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In Manipur, a family clings to hope as they await news of 20-year-old cabin crew member Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, who was on Air India Flight AI 171 that crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Despite their grief, the ringing of her phone without a response fuels their belief that she might still be alive, even as they confront the fear and uncertainty surrounding the tragedy. More Context

Australia's captain Pat Cummins delivered a stunning performance in the World Test Championship final, taking 6 for 28 against South Africa, helping dismiss them for just 138. This marked his 14th five-wicket haul, placing him alongside Richie Benaud with nine as a Test captain, while he also achieved his 300th Test wicket, solidifying his legacy as a leading fast bowler and captain. More Context

Mani Ratnam's 'Thug Life,' featuring Kamal Haasan and praised for Silambarasan's performance, had a strong opening but saw a significant decline in collections post-weekend, with weekday earnings dropping notably. The film, which has its OTT rights with Netflix, may see an earlier digital release due to its poor box office performance, and includes music by AR Rahman. More Context

Amid persistent U.S. budget deficits exceeding $33 trillion, Warren Buffett's radical proposal resurfaced, suggesting that Congress members be disqualified from re-election if deficits surpass 3% of GDP. Utah Senator Mike Lee supports this idea and is drafting an amendment linking congressional eligibility to inflation, aiming to hold lawmakers accountable for fiscal irresponsibility, though critics warn of potential governance paralysis. More Context

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched a mandatory cleanliness campaign that will take place during his tours and overnight stays, aimed at promoting social awareness of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat Mission across the state. This initiative is designed to extend the message of hygiene and cleanliness to every street and village in Uttarakhand. More Context

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at eight locations, including the residences of Ballari MP E Tukaram and four MLAs, linked to an alleged money laundering case involving the Valmiki scam. Allegations suggest that misappropriated funds from the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki ST Development Corporation were used to influence voters during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, prompting responses from Congress leaders defending their party. More Context