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Animal rescue groups in Dubai report a surge in abandoned pets as residents leave the Middle East amid rising tensions and missile threats. Shelters are overwhelmed with dogs, cats and other animals left behind as owners struggle with costly relocation and complex travel procedures
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Crude oil prices fell after reports the International Energy Agency may release record emergency reserves to curb the surge triggered by the US-Iran war. Brent and WTI declined sharply as G7 nations explored measures to stabilise markets and ease global energy costs
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The Meghalaya Board postponed Class 12 Music and Anthropology exams in West Garo Hills after tribal and non-tribal clashes during local council poll nominations. Curfew was imposed after police firing killed two people. Exams elsewhere continue as scheduled
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At least six people died after a regional transport bus caught fire in Kerzers, Switzerland, west of Bern. Police suspect a possible voluntary act behind the blaze. Three people were severely injured and hospitalized as authorities launched an investigation
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Asian markets rose Tuesday as investors watched developments in the Iran war and oil prices. Tokyo and Seoul led gains while US stocks stayed mostly steady. Oil remained below recent highs amid hopes the conflict may ease, reducing risks to global energy supply
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Afghan analyst Ajmal Sohail accused Pakistan’s ISI of targeting Chinese projects in Afghanistan, aiming to preserve CPEC’s strategic role. Arms shipments to anti-Taliban groups in Wakhan Corridor highlight proxy conflicts, regional insecurity, and Pakistan’s efforts to influence Beijing-Kabul engagement
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Opposition leaders warned of potential LPG shortages and rising fuel prices amid West Asia tensions, citing impacts on households and businesses. Ruling alliance MPs dismissed fears, citing India’s alternative energy sources and urging against public panic over supply disruptions
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Shiv Pratap Shukla arrived in Hyderabad to assume office as the new Governor, succeeding Jishnu Dev Varma A. Revanth Reddy and senior officials
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Farmers in Nagaram, Suryapet district, India protested on the Suryapet–Jangaon road demanding water release from the Sri Ram Sagar Project. They warned that inadequate supply threatened their paddy crops, disrupting traffic despite police appeals
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The parents of a critically injured student have sued OpenAI, alleging its chatbot ChatGPT was used by Jesse Van Rootselaar to plan the deadly 2026 Tumbler Ridge school shooting in British Columbia, claiming the company knew about potential violence but failed to alert police
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Rabi Lamichhane, chairman of Rastriya Swatantra Party, thanked Narendra Modi after the party’s sweeping win in Nepal’s parliamentary elections. He pledged “development diplomacy” to strengthen Nepal-India cooperation in connectivity, tourism, energy and trade as the party prepares to form a majority government
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Opposition MPs in India moved a no-confidence motion against Om Birla in the Lok Sabha, accusing him of partisan conduct. The move sparked procedural disputes over who should preside, with leaders including Asaduddin Owaisi raising objections during the heated debate
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Following US-Israeli airstrikes on Iranian oil depots, reports of “black rain” and toxic smoke have raised alarm among scientists. The rainfall likely contains hydrocarbons, PM2.5, acids, and carcinogenic pollutants, posing serious short- and long-term health and environmental risks for nearby populations
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Iran launched missiles and drones toward Gulf Arab states including the UAE and Bahrain, escalating regional tensions. An airstrike killed pro-Iran militants in Iraq as disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz pushed global oil prices higher amid widening regional conflict
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Police in Thane district registered a case against a man for allegedly molesting a 13-year-old mentally challenged girl in Bhiwandi. The complaint was filed months later by the victim’s mother, and police booked the accused under BNS sections and the POCSO Act
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Kerala Transport Minister K B Ganesh Kumar’s wife Bindhu Menon withdrew her complaint after he admitted his mistake and apologised. She said her earlier allegations of infidelity were made during an emotional outburst and added the issue would be resolved privately
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted Central Industrial Security Force personnel on their Raising Day, praising their discipline and dedication in protecting critical infrastructure. Established in 1968, CISF has grown to over 2.2 lakh personnel and secures 361 installations, including 70 airports
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An unidentified woman aged about 30–35 was found dead at Nagsanpally bridge near Sri Vana Durga Bhavani Temple in Edupayala, Medak district, on Tuesday morning. Police suspect murder
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Burglars stole six tolas of gold ornaments, eight kg of silver and Rs. 90,000 cash from Sri Vara Siddhi Vinayaka Swamy Temple in Ashok Nagar Colony, RC Puram mandal. Police registered a case, examined CCTV footage and collected clues after the priest discovered the theft Tuesday morning
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A black buck was injured after being hit by an unidentified vehicle while crossing NH-65 at Digwal in Kohir mandal on Monday. It was later rescued by the forest officials
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Sebi is reviewing the Calcutta Stock Exchange’s voluntary exit application from stock exchange operations. A working group and valuation agency are examining its assets, liabilities, and listed companies before Sebi passes a formal exit order, said Finance Minister of State Pankaj Chaudhary
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Expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, granted bail in three sexual assault cases, said whether he contests the upcoming Palakkad election would be the party’s decision. He reaffirmed loyalty to Congress despite expulsion and avoided commenting on potential candidates
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Namibian cheetah Jwala gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, raising India’s cheetah population to 53. This marks the 10th successful cheetah litter on Indian soil, highlighting the progress of Project Cheetah
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Pakistani producer Abid Merchant announced an international co-production film based on Rabindranath Tagore’s 1893 short story *Shasti*, directed by Bangladeshi filmmaker Leesa Gazi. The murder-mystery courtroom drama stars Pori Moni, Chanchal Chauwdhry, and Arka Das, with filming set in Dhaka