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Veteran politician Baba Siddique was fatally shot in Mumbai on October 12, 2024, sending shockwaves through Maharashtra's political landscape. The 66-year-old Muslim leader, known for his Bollywood connections and recent party switch, fell victim to a brazen attack outside his son's office.

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Sri Lanka's new president is seeking a more flexible approach from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as his country navigates a $2.9 billion bailout package. The president, who took office amid a severe economic crisis and sovereign default, expressed concern about the impact of the IMF's stringent austerity measures. He has urged the IMF to consider "alternative means" to continue supporting Sri Lanka's recovery while mitigating the hardships imposed by the austerity program.

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Shigeru Ishiba, a former defense minister, has been elected Japan's next prime minister after narrowly winning the leadership contest of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). Ishiba, 67, triumphed over rival Sanae Takaichi in a highly competitive race, which saw a record nine candidates vying for the leadership of the ruling party. With the LDP's majority in parliament, Ishiba is set to take office on Tuesday, following a parliamentary vote.

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