Mumbai, October 8: In significant developments in the realm of national and international affairs, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit has been appointed as the new Chief of Air Staff of the Indian Air Force, while football superstar Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from international football.
On October 6, Air Marshal Dixit was selected for the prestigious position and will officially take charge on October 31, succeeding Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who is set to retire on the same day. With nearly 40 years of service experience, Dixit currently serves as the Vice Chief of Air Staff and has a remarkable record as a test pilot, having flown over 3,500 hours on various aircraft, including participation in the Kargil War.
In international sports news, Lionel Messi played his final match for Argentina on October 6, leading the team against Benin. This decision comes after Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, following Argentina’s loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final. Throughout his illustrious , Messi has played 207 matches for Argentina, scoring 126 goals and earning numerous accolades, including the Ballon d’Or award eight times.
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