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Sonia Gandhi Reveals Begging Rajiv Not to Become PM After Indira's Assassination

In her upcoming memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love, Sonia Gandhi recounts the traumatic moments after Indira Gandhi's assassination on October 31, 1984. At AIIMS, she begged her husband Rajiv Gandhi not to become Prime Minister, fearing for his life after losing Sanjay Gandhi and Indira Gandhi. Despite her pleas, Rajiv accepted the role amid political pressure.

News18··New Delhi

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Two Mumbai Local Incidents Save Lives Amid Disputes

Two separate incidents on Mumbai local trains involved life-threatening situations amid disputes. On Friday night at Mumbai Central, a person fell from the Churchgate-Virar fast local train after a fight near the door but survived as the train was entering the station slowly. At Vikhroli station Friday morning, a passenger saved 23-year-old Mukesh Panchal, who went onto the tracks after a dispute. Railway police are investigating both cases.

Amar Ujala··Mumbai

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Gadi Eisenkot Given Mandate to Form Israel's Next Government

Gadi Eisenkot, former Israel Defense Forces chief, was chosen by President Isaac Herzog on November 7 to form Israel's next government after the inconclusive October 27 election. Leading the Yashar party, Eisenkot, 66, aims to replace Benjamin Netanyahu. He has 28 days, with a possible 14-day extension, to build a coalition in the 120-seat Knesset, needing support from at least 61 lawmakers. His bloc holds 48 seats, Netanyahu's 53, and Arab-led parties 19, key for coalition talks.

HT World··Tiberias

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Sonia Gandhi Says Emergency Imposition Was a Mistake

Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi called the Emergency imposition a mistake, expressing her belief that her mother-in-law and then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi eventually regretted the decision. She suggested that keeping Sanjay Gandhi in check could have prevented the damage caused during that period.

Times of India·

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Locals Burn Effigy of Christian Priests in Basanti, West Bengal

In Basanti, West Bengal, locals burned an effigy of Christian priests. Father Parimal Kanji, the priest-in-charge, stated that the alleged perpetrators were outsiders, not local residents. He confirmed that a written complaint regarding the incident has been submitted to the police for investigation.

The Hindu··Basanti

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Gunman Kills 5, Injures Dozen in Krakow Main Square Attack

A gunman opened fire in Krakow's Main Market Square, killing five people and injuring about a dozen others. The attacker rammed his car into the square and fired randomly with a rifle. Police shot the suspect during the arrest attempt and took him to hospital. Two police officers were among the wounded. Authorities are investigating the incident. The suspect's identity remains unknown.

NDTV Business··Krakow

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