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US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said India emerged on top in the India-EU free trade agreement, gaining greater market access and mobility benefits. He noted EU’s globalization push amid US protectionism and highlighted ongoing concerns over India’s Russian oil purchases
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A Pathanamthitta sessions court granted bail to expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in the third sexual assault case against him. He was arrested earlier this month, while courts had earlier protected him from arrest in two similar cases
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Osmania University has announced dates for its inter-college championships for men, including chess, karate and best physique events, to be held at various venues in the city between February 2 and 7, officials said.
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Two women were killed and 17 others injured when a tractor trolley overturned near Pegadapalli village in Bhupalpally district while they were travelling to the Medaram Sammakka–Saralamma jatara. The injured were shifted to Bhupalpally and Warangal hospitals.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah left for Baramati after Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and five others died in a plane crash while landing. PM Modi and Shah spoke to CM Fadnavis as DGCA teams began investigations
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UP Warriorz have named England wicketkeeper-batter Amy Jones as an injury replacement for Phoebe Litchfield for the remainder of the TATA Women’s Premier League 2026. Litchfield was ruled out after scoring 243 runs in six matches.
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Animal rights activists allege nearly 100 stray dogs were killed in Nagarkurnool district, taking Telangana’s toll to 1,200 since December. Police registered FIRs against panchayat-linked persons as investigations continue into illegal culling and relocation of dogs
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BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao expressed condolences over the demise of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, recalling his journey from a farmers’ leader to a senior political figure and conveying sympathies to the bereaved family.
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Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy boycotted a programme on Wednesday to protest the proposed integrated sub-registrar office at Kardhanur, insisting on a separate office for Patancheru and alleging lack of consultation by district officials.
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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others were killed after a Learjet 45 crashed and caught fire during landing near Baramati in Pune district. Poor visibility was cited as a factor as authorities began investigations
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Thirteen Russian and seven Belarusian athletes will compete as neutral individuals at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics after IOC invitations. Barred from national symbols, they passed neutrality checks, with Russian figure skaters emerging as the strongest medal contenders
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An aircraft carrying Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar crash-landed at Baramati airport, killing all five onboard, including two crew members. DGCA confirmed fatalities and dispatched investigators to probe the Learjet 45 accident and determine causes on Wednesday morning officially
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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade on Wednesday, extending the previous session’s rally, as optimism over the landmark India–EU free trade agreement boosted investor sentiment despite continued foreign fund outflows.
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A plane carrying Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar crash-landed during landing at Baramati. Initial reports say he is safe, though injuries are being assessed. Rescue operations are underway as officials probe the cause amid unconfirmed details.
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The rupee strengthened by 11 paise to 91.57 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, aided by a softer dollar index and optimism following the landmark India–EU free trade agreement, forex traders said.
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Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade, extending gains on optimism over the landmark India-EU free trade agreement. Banking, energy and defence stocks led advances, while Asian Paints slid on weak earnings. FIIs sold, DIIs bought heavily amid global cues
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Maharasthra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and three others were killed in a plane crash. Keep watching this space for more updates
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US Senator Mark Warner has warned that uncertainty and hostile rhetoric around the H-1B visa programme could damage India–US relations, unsettle skilled professionals, and erode trust at a crucial moment in bilateral ties
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Elina Svitolina stunned Coco Gauff 6-1, 6-2 to reach her first Australian Open semifinal, extending her winning streak to 10 matches. Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz also advanced, with Alcaraz chasing a career Grand Slam and Sabalenka eyeing a third crown
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World champion D Gukesh lost to Matthias Bluebaum, while Arjun Erigaisi drew with Hans Niemann in round nine of the Tata Steel Masters. Abdusattorov leads with six points, Sindarov and van Foreest trail close behind, as Indian players continue to struggle
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India crushed Zimbabwe by 204 runs in the U19 World Cup Super 6 stage, led by Vihaan Malhotra’s century and Abhigyan Kundu’s 61. Ayush Mhatre and Udhav Mohan took three wickets each as India reclaimed top spot in Group 2
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India crushed Zimbabwe by 204 runs and Pakistan beat New Zealand by eight wickets to stay in contention for U19 World Cup semi-finals. Vihaan Malhotra hit a century, while Sameer Minhas starred with an unbeaten 76. India and Pakistan meet Sunday
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Sophie Devine defended nine runs in the final over to give Gujarat Giants a thrilling three-run win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026. Beth Mooney scored 58, while Niki Prasad’s 47 went in vain as Gujarat completed a season double
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A 33-year-old woman doctor in an advanced stage of pregnancy died after a speeding tipper rammed the motorcycle she was riding with her husband in Warangal. Police have booked a case and taken the driver into custody
