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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged SCO members to dismantle terrorism’s entire ecosystem, including financing, recruitment, radicalisation and safe havens. Addressing the SCO summit in Bishkek, he advocated dialogue to resolve conflicts, while highlighting India’s priorities of security, connectivity and opportunity
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Actress Shraddha Srinath shared her memorable eight-day cycling expedition across Kyrgyzstan, covering 341 km through mountains, valleys and Silk Route landscapes. She described the warmth of locals, breathtaking scenery and emotional joy, calling the experience a dream and celebrating life’s beauty
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Counterfeit currency with a face value of around Rs 7.40 crore was found at a Punjab National Bank currency chest in Saharanpur during an audit. Three bank officials were suspended and booked, while a housekeeper was booked separately for allegedly stealing cash
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Actor Anshuman Jha revealed that his upcoming father-son drama comedy, originally titled “Hari-Om,” has been renamed “Om Ka Hari” after the makers failed to secure the original title rights. The film explores a complex father-son relationship and releases in September
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A young tiger from Tipeshwar Wildlife Sanctuary has travelled over 400 km across Maharashtra, moving through Beed and now Dharashiv. Officials say its movement indicates healthy prey and water availability, while confirming that the wildlife corridor connecting Tipeshwar and Yedshi remains functional
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Human Rights Watch accused China of censoring information and restricting media coverage after deadly floods in Tibet and Nepal. The group alleged authorities suppressed victims' voices, punished “rumormongering,” censored footage, and controlled the disaster narrative following the Gyirong mudslide tragedy
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, joining leaders for key deliberations and bilateral engagements. He met Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Zhaparov to review bilateral ties, while highlighting India’s vision of strengthening regional security, connectivity and opportunities
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Indian equity benchmarks opened subdued amid weak Asian markets, geopolitical tensions and elevated US bond yields. Sensex and Nifty declined marginally, while FMCG, metal and auto stocks gained. Strong Q1 GDP growth offered support, though crude prices and foreign outflows remained concerns
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An Indian tunnel rescue team continued search and rescue operations in Nepal’s flood-hit hydropower projects, working with the Nepali Army in Chilime and Langtang. Nearly 900 workers remain unaccounted for across affected projects, while Indian and Chinese teams assist evacuation efforts
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A torchlight vigil demanding NRC updation before the Census in Manipur’s Kakching district turned violent after protesters allegedly pelted police with stones. Police responded with tear gas, leaving several agitators with minor injuries. Protesters also opposed the exercise before IDP resettlement
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Political leaders across party lines welcomed Uzbekistan conferring its highest honour on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a matter of pride for Indians. Modi received the ‘Oliy Darajali Do’stlik’ Order for his contribution to strengthening India-Uzbekistan bilateral ties
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Retired Army Naib Subedar Lakhvinder Singh was killed in Jammu after his throat was slit by banned Chinese kite string while riding a two-wheeler. Police registered a case and launched an investigation, amid renewed concerns over enforcement of the ban
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IAS officer Gyanendra Kumar, arrested in the alleged KPSC recruitment scam, will be produced before a Bengaluru court as CID seeks further custody for questioning. Investigators also searched BJP leader Basavaraj Kannale’s residence while probing alleged OMR manipulation and recruitment irregularities
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Actor Randy Quaid criticised Anne Hathaway’s casting alongside Tom Cruise in the announced Days of Thunder 2, saying Nicole Kidman should return to the franchise. Quaid, who appeared in the original 1990 film, called Kidman the right choice for the sequel
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Tamil Nadu Minister S Rajesh Kumar said Congress ministers would resign if coalition partner TVK does not support Rahul Gandhi as the 2029 Prime Ministerial candidate. His remarks come amid growing calls within TVK to project Chief Minister Vijay for the post
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INS Nipun, a deep-sea diving vessel capable of rapid submarine rescue, was commissioned into the Indian Navy in Mumbai. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Ltd, the 119.4-metre vessel can support diving operations up to 300 metres and undertake disaster relief operations
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged 3M Chairman William Brown to expand investments in India in research, advanced manufacturing, technology and local supply chains. Discussions focused on leveraging India’s talent and manufacturing capabilities to strengthen domestic and global supply-chain opportunities
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Indian equity benchmarks opened lower on Monday as weak Asian markets and surging crude prices weighed on investor sentiment amid renewed US-Iran tensions. Sensex fell 134 points and Nifty declined 58 points, while metal and IT stocks led sectoral losses
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat called for an Indian “third way” to address global conflicts, environmental challenges and tensions between individual and social well-being. Speaking in Toronto, he advocated a model where individuals, societies and nature progress together through balance, cooperation and introspection
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Amitabh Bachchan entertained viewers on Kaun Banega Crorepati while decoding popular Gen Z expressions such as “rocking” and “killing it.” The megastar humorously interpreted the phrases literally, continuing his playful fascination with evolving youth slang and terminology
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state government will invest Rs 50,000 crore over five years under ‘Viksit Assam: Infra Vision’ to develop infrastructure across sectors, including healthcare, education, roads, power, housing, markets and flood protection
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A 25-year-old Armed Reserve constable, Nibhash, allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Hyderabad’s Amberpet following a failed love affair. Police said he had messaged friends before the incident, prompting them to alert authorities. An investigation is underway
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Tea growers in Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris are facing an unprecedented production decline due to a 55 per cent southwest monsoon rainfall deficit. Green leaf output has fallen sharply, while low procurement prices and rising irrigation costs are worsening farmers’ financial difficulties
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said Hindu identity transcends language, worship and lifestyle, emphasising respect for diversity and unity of existence. Addressing a Toronto gathering, he urged Hindus to promote compassion, service and harmony by setting an example through their conduct
