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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other leaders extended heartfelt wishes to former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu on his 76th birthday, praising his lifelong commitment to public service, grassroots leadership, and contributions to Indian politics and nation-building
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A fire broke out early Tuesday in the burns ward of Victoria Hospital, Bengaluru, likely due to a short circuit. All 26 inpatients were safely evacuated. The incident follows a series of recent fatal fire accidents in the city
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Gregory Gumucio, founder of the "Yoga to the People" chain, was sentenced to four years in prison for conspiring to defraud the IRS. He failed to pay over $2.5 million in taxes while operating a multimillion-dollar international yoga business
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Afghanistan is cautiously reopening to tourism, drawing adventurous travelers despite security concerns and Taliban rule. While the regime promotes tourism for economic gain and cultural exchange, critics question ethical implications amid ongoing restrictions on women and international non-recognition of the government
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In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court upheld Texas' age-verification law for porn sites, enabling States to more easily regulate kids' online access. The decision introduces a new legal standard and could reshape child privacy and content-access laws nationwide
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In Beijing, AI-powered humanoid robots played China's first autonomous 3-on-3 soccer matches, impressing fans more than the nation’s men’s team. The event previewed the upcoming World Humanoid Robot Games, showcasing advanced robotics and AI development in sports simulations
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62-year-old Venkata Lakshmamma perishes in Potladurthi village when her two-wheeler battery bursts into flames while charging, reigniting EV safety concerns across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
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Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray’s MNS to jointly challenge Maharashtra’s amended three-language formula; timing to be finalized amid Ashadhi Ekadashi conflict
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Harjit Kaur, mother of jailed gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria, and Karanvir Singh were shot dead by unidentified assailants in Batala, Punjab. The attack occurred on Qadian Road. Police have launched a probe into the motive and are searching for the culprits
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Brad Pitt’s Los Angeles home was burglarized while he was away promoting his new film F1. Three unidentified suspects broke in and fled with valuables. Police are investigating the incident at the $5.5 million Los Feliz property bought in 2023
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Japan executed Takahiro Shiraishi, the "Twitter killer," for murdering and dismembering nine people in 2017. His case shocked the nation. Amid growing debate over capital punishment, authorities defended the execution, citing continued public support and concerns over rising serious crime
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KRMB’s 20th special meeting today has come under fire for focusing solely on staff incentives, ignoring the intensifying Andhra Pradesh-Telangana Krishna water dispute. Critics urge the board to prioritise core responsibilities affecting lakhs, especially farmers, over internal pay matters
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Hyderabadi sailors achieved historic success at the Langkawi Youth International Regatta, winning one gold and two silver medals. Competing against top Asian nations, they impressed in light winds. Telangana topped India’s medal tally, with nine overall medals across categories
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Lakhs of devotees gathered in Puri for Lord Jagannath’s Ratha Yatra. Authorities deployed 10,000 security personnel, AI-enabled CCTV, and NSG snipers. The Odisha government and temple administration assured smooth conduct with new tech like an Integrated Command and Control Centre.
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At the SCO Defence Ministers' meet in Qingdao, Rajnath Singh held constructive talks with China’s Admiral Don Jun, urging positive momentum in ties. India declined to endorse the joint declaration due to lack of consensus on terrorism concerns
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The UN reports a surge in preventable diseases in Gaza due to water and fuel shortages, with over 19,000 diarrhea cases. Al Aqsa Hospital faced mass casualties. WHO delivered limited aid, while settler violence escalated in the West Bank
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Donald Trump’s emotional outburst after a failed Iran-Israel ceasefire underscores his impulsive decision-making style. His language and behavior reflect instinct-driven thinking, raising concerns about leadership stability amid conflict. Critics urge greater deliberation in global diplomacy
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The Baloch Yakjehti Committee condemned the extrajudicial killing of 17-year-old Ehsan Shah by Pakistan’s Frontier Corps, calling it part of systemic violence in Balochistan. His mother’s emotional plea underscored rising abuses, disappearances, and intimidation faced by Baloch civilians
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Civilians in Gaza face escalating dangers, including toxic plastic burning for cooking amid severe fuel shortages. Ongoing shelling, aid-site shootings, and collapsing healthcare deepen the crisis. UN reports highlight growing famine, blocked humanitarian access, and disrupted education for thousands
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A groundbreaking study reveals the earliest evidence of rice in the Pacific Islands, found in Guam’s Ritidian Beach Cave. It confirms that early seafarers from the Philippines brought domesticated rice 3,500 years ago, suggesting intentional migration and ceremonial use
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A gunfight erupted between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district after suspicious movement in Basantgarh. With heightened alert post-Pahalgam attack, security is intensified ahead of the Amarnath Yatra starting July 3 amid terror threat
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Heavy monsoon rains lashed Kerala, flooding parts of Ernakulam, Idukki, and Thrissur. The IMD issued an orange alert in seven districts as rivers swelled and erosion threatened areas near vulnerable bridges
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The Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) supports limiting a Prime Minister’s tenure to 10 years but opposes forming a constitutional appointments committee. Most parties agree on the tenure cap, but disagreements persist over committee control, fueling ongoing political tensions
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The CID has filed a closure report in the unnatural sex case against JD(S) MLC Suraj Revanna due to lack of evidence. Revanna, embroiled in multiple allegations, claims political conspiracy, while related investigations involving his family continue