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Ankita Deokule, a US-born shooter of Indian origin, has been selected for the USA squad for the Munich World Cup starting May 24, where she will compete in the women’s 25m sports pistol event. Her father, former Maharashtra shooter Amol Deokule, said it fulfilled his dream of competing globally. Ankita, inspired by Manu Bhaker, began shooting seriously after the pandemic.

A digital toll payment cracked the murder of Chandranath Rath, aide to Suvendu Adhikari. Police arrested three suspects from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The investigation suggests eight people were involved. Rath was shot dead near his residence. The attackers used a car with fake number plates. Police are continuing raids to find the remaining accused.

Chandranath Rath, a close aide to BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari and a former Indian Air Force officer, was shot dead in North 24 Parganas. Rath was a key political operator, notably involved in Adhikari's Bhabanipur campaign and late-night protests following the assembly elections. His killing has intensified allegations of post-poll political violence in Bengal.

A man, identified by the alias Sam Canada and known as a bookie, was fatally shot in a Surrey office building, believed to be a targeted execution. Authorities are investigating potential links to pro-Khalistan shooters with Indian connections. A fugitive gangster claimed responsibility, alleging the victim was involved in match-fixing and betting, warning of further actions.

Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari and a former Indian Air Force officer, was shot dead in a targeted attack in West Bengal's North 24 Parganas district. Rath, known for his organizational skills and loyalty, was ambushed while returning home. The incident has sparked political outrage and calls for a thorough investigation.

Operation Sindoor showcased India's potent military response to a terror attack, demonstrating its ability to strike deep into Pakistan and dominate escalation ladders against nuclear rivals. The 88-hour operation highlighted India's conventional superiority, while also spurring advancements in air defence, drone warfare, and joint military operations to counter evolving threats.

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A Special Investigation Team has been formed to probe the killing of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari, who was shot dead in North 24 Parganas. The attack, described as a targeted political assassination, occurred shortly after the West Bengal assembly poll results, escalating post-poll tensions.

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India’s esports ecosystem is scaling rapidly, backed by global exposure and new regulation, but still lacks a defining breakthrough. Animesh Agarwal outlines the gaps - structure, perception, and global success - even as S8UL expands internationally. For India, the shift from potential to proof hinges on a global win that can transform esports into a mainstream sporting narrative.

Two-time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker celebrated 10 years in shooting with an emotional Instagram post reflecting on her journey, setbacks and achievements. Bhaker recalled overcoming disappointments, including Asian Games near-misses, and revisited her 2018 Commonwealth Games gold. Her post came amid online debate after she was asked about teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at an NRAI event.

At an NRAI event in Delhi, Manu Bhaker was asked about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, sparking online criticism for shifting focus from her Olympic achievements. Bhaker emphasized mentorship, saying age doesn’t limit talent. Social media, including Joy Bhattacharjya, called the question unfair and cricket-centric. Meanwhile, Sooryavanshi continues to shine, becoming the youngest to 1,000 T20 runs and emerging as a promising future star for India.