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CP Radhakrishnan, a veteran BJP leader from Tamil Nadu and former Maharashtra Governor, was sworn in as India’s 15th Vice President. Known for his RSS roots and administrative experience, he is the first OBC from South India to hold the post
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Chandrapuram Ponnusamy Radhakrishnan was sworn in as India’s 15th Vice President by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He won the election by 152 votes, succeeding Jagdeep Dhankhar, who resigned due to health reasons. Top leaders attended the ceremony
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Four Telugu fishermen from Andhra Pradesh and Yanam were released by a Sri Lankan court after their boat accidentally crossed the International Maritime Boundary due to GPS errors. No illegal fishing was found, and they will be returned to India soon
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Three inmates were killed in a prison clash in Nepal amid ongoing anti-government protests that triggered mass jailbreaks. Over 15,000 prisoners have escaped from more than 25 prisons, with security forces struggling to restore order following Prime Minister Oli’s resignation
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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University event, triggering panic and nationwide shock. Known for his controversial views, Kirk’s death highlights rising political violence in the U.S. The shooter remains at large
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Security forces killed 19 Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan terrorists in intelligence-based operations across Mohmand, North Waziristan, and Bannu. Militants also targeted an intelligence official’s home in Lakki Marwat, highlighting escalating attacks on law enforcement in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province
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A Pakistani court sentenced 17 PTI leaders and supporters, including ex-ministers, to 10 years in prison for their role in the May 9, 2023 riots. PTI condemned the verdict as politically motivated and aimed at silencing opposition voices
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Following Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s resignation amid deadly protests, the Nepal Army imposed nationwide restrictive orders and a curfew to prevent further violence. Kathmandu remains under lockdown, with flights suspended, arrests made, and the UN urging restraint and investigation
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Poland reported a major violation of its airspace by Russian drones, some of which were shot down. Flights were suspended in Warsaw, and crash site searches are ongoing. Simultaneously, Russian attacks caused civilian casualties and damage across multiple Ukrainian regions
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Protesters across France clashed with police, blocked roads, and set fires in a mass protest aimed at pressuring President Macron and his new prime minister. Nearly 200 arrests were made amid accusations of inciting a "climate of insurrection"
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed EU sanctions and partial trade suspension against Israel over the Gaza war. She announced a Palestine donor group for Gaza's reconstruction, condemning famine and civilian suffering amid escalating Israeli military actions
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Former Minister T Harish Rao slammed the Telangana government after the High Court exposed irregularities in the Group-1 exam. He and BRS leader Y Satish Reddy demanded accountability, with calls for a CBI probe and UPSC oversight in future examinations
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Protests in Nepal intensified after a social media ban, with demonstrators setting fire to homes of top political leaders, including the president and prime minister. Nineteen people were killed during clashes, prompting curfews, a minister’s resignation, and widespread public outrage
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After a meeting hosted by Emmanuel Macron, 26 nations pledged to form a “reassurance force” for Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is reached. Meanwhile, a map and recent rhetoric suggest Putin’s territorial ambitions extend beyond occupied Ukrainian regions
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The Israeli military issued its first full evacuation warning for Gaza City ahead of an expanded operation. Defence Minister Israel Katz said 30 high-rise buildings used by Hamas were destroyed. PM Netanyahu pledged to demolish 50 “towers of terror
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London’s Heathrow Airport reopened after Terminal 4 was evacuated due to a suspected hazardous materials incident. Emergency services found no harmful substances. Around 20 people reported minor injuries. Flights resumed, and authorities confirmed the terminal was safe for operations
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A 2003 birthday book from Jeffrey Epstein’s estate allegedly includes a lewd drawing and note signed by Donald Trump. Democrats released the image, demanding transparency. Trump denies involvement, calling it fake, and has filed a US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
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Student-led anti-government protests erupted across Kathmandu and Lalitpur, defying curfews. Demonstrators opposed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, vandalized leaders' homes, and protested social media bans. Clashes turned violent, leaving 19 dead, 300 injured, prompting army deployment and Home Minister's resignation
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Elon Musk defended social media platform X after U.S. advisor Peter Navarro accused it of spreading "propaganda" over India's Russian oil imports. Musk emphasized user-driven narratives and transparency, as India and the White House dismissed Navarro’s remarks as misleading
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In southwest Colombia, 45 soldiers were kidnapped by hundreds of people in a rebel-controlled area while implementing crop substitution programs. This marks the second such incident in a month, highlighting ongoing instability and rebel influence in rural regions
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Prince Harry's brief UK visit for charity work has sparked speculation about a potential reconciliation with King Charles III, amid signs of easing tensions after years of estrangement, legal battles, and public revelations that strained royal family relations
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Audi India has slashed prices by Rs 2.6–7.8 lakh across models, including Q3, Q5, Q7, Q8, A4, and A6, following the GST 2.0 rate cut. The move aims to boost festive season demand by enhancing affordability
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Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu paid homage at the Helmet Post war memorial in Anjaw, honouring soldiers of the 1962 India-China war. He recalled the Battle of Walong’s legacy of courage, resilience, and sacrifice, highlighting Arunachal’s role as India’s frontline defence
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The National Medical Commission has directed that postgraduate medical students be deployed in flood-hit northern states and UTs as part of the District Residency Programme. The initiative strengthens disaster healthcare services while offering young doctors field experience in public health and community service