Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is under political fire after appointing astrologer Rathin Pandit as Officer on Special Duty and political wing secretary in the CM’s office. Allies and opposition have questioned how an astrologer fits with the rationalist Dravidian ideology. After the backlash grew, Vijay said he may reconsider certain issues raised by critics.
After widespread outrage over Donald Trump calling India a “hellhole,” the US embassy says Trump clarified his remarks in a new statement. Embassy officials report Trump praised India, describing it as a “great country” and emphasizing the relationship with a close friend. The reversal marks a rapid shift amid political and diplomatic backlash.
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