Two BJP district leaders in Samba and Jammu resigned due to disagreements over candidate selections for the J&K assembly elections. Kashmira Singh objected to Surjit Singh Salathia’s selection, while Kanav Sharma rejected Yudhvir Sethi’s nomination. Both criticized the party’s current direction and candidate integrity, highlighting their long-term association with the BJP.
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Pakistan confirms a third mpox case this year, with the patient detected at Peshawar airport after a flight from Jeddah. Another passenger from the same flight and a suspected case in Karachi were reported. No local transmissions have been recorded as surveillance at airports continues.
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A defective helicopter airlifted by an IAF Mi-17 for repairs crashed near the Mandakini river in Lincholi, narrowly avoiding a group of pilgrims. The pilot lost control due to strong winds but managed to ensure the helicopter fell away from populated areas. No major damage or loss of life occurred.
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