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Shaik Naseer, a senior photojournalist with Munsif Urdu Daily, passed away at 60 after a brief illness. Known for his decades-long dedication to journalism, Naseer’s funeral will be held Wednesday evening. Leaders and colleagues mourn his passing.
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The Bombay High Court dismissed a PIL against Prada for allegedly copying Kolhapuri chappals, citing lack of locus by the petitioners. The court said only the GI tag holder can take legal action, not unrelated individuals claiming public interest
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Telangana has entered a deflationary phase for the first time since its formation, with inflation at -0.93% in June 2025. Economists warn that falling prices, weak demand, and stalled investments could lead to long-term economic stagnation and fiscal distress.
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In Cambodia, African giant pouched rats are being used to detect land mines, thanks to their strong sense of smell. Trained by APOPO, these rats are proving vital in clearing war-era explosives, saving lives across heavily mined regions
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Over the past three days, around 10 schools and a college in Delhi have received bomb threats via email from aliases like ‘Roadkill’ and ‘Benji’. Though no explosives were found, police have launched a probe to trace the culprits
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The execution of Nimisha Priya, convicted of murdering her Yemeni business partner in 2017, has been deferred amid negotiations. The victim’s family demands justice, while Indian officials and religious leaders push for a pardon through a ‘blood money’ settlement
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Google has launched a free one-year Gemini AI Pro plan for students in India aged 18 and above. The offer includes access to advanced AI tools, 2TB cloud storage, and integration with Google apps. Registration is open until September 15, 2025.
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Miley Cyrus says she finds it difficult to stay sober and mentally well while touring. Speaking on Good Morning America, the singer explained why she’s not returning to the road and how touring affects her creativity, identity, and wellbeing.
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Six peacocks died after allegedly coming into contact with high-tension power lines near a temple in Morena district, Madhya Pradesh. Villagers blamed official negligence. Authorities promised action after videos of the dead national birds surfaced on social media
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Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Wednesday amid global market weakness and rising US inflation. Experts cited tariff-related uncertainty and lack of earnings momentum as key concerns. Asian indices also traded mixed, while Brent crude inched up 0.20%.
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Benjamin Hanil Song, a former US Marine reservist, has been arrested and charged with attempted murder after a July 4 attack at a Texas immigration detention centre. The assault involved multiple armed suspects, fireworks, and left one officer wounded
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Actors Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani have announced the birth of their first child, a baby girl. The couple, who tied the knot in February 2023, shared the news in a joint post on Instagram. Both mother and child are doing well.
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Almighty Motion Picture has acquired rights to a biopic on Sabu Dastagir, India’s first Hollywood actor. Based on Debleena Majumdar’s biography, the film will portray his journey from Mysore’s elephant stables to global stardom, wartime heroism, and cinematic legacy.
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The rupee fell 22 paise to 85.98 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, weighed by rising global crude prices and weak trade data. However, later gains were supported by FPI inflows and a weaker dollar overseas.
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Rajagopal Raju, father of actor Ravi Teja, passed away at the age of 90 in Hyderabad due to age-related complications. Known for his humble persona, his passing drew heartfelt condolences from the Telugu film industry and the actor’s fans alike.
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BRS leader KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of mismanaging water resources, leading to a crisis in Telangana. He slammed the neglect of irrigation projects and poor planning, warning that both rural and urban areas were facing severe drinking water shortages.
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Two Maoists and a CRPF CoBRA jawan were killed in an early morning gunfight in Bokaro district’s Birhordera forest in Jharkhand. Security forces launched a search operation in the area following the encounter. One elite commando also lost his life.
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Delhi Police detained seven Bangladeshi nationals in separate operations across Dwarka and South West Districts. The undocumented migrants, including two women and a minor, were handed over to the FRRO. Deportation proceedings have been initiated following all legal formalities.
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Democrats are seizing on GOP divisions over the Epstein case, trolling Republicans and demanding transparency. Trump has dismissed the controversy, but MAGA loyalists and leaders like Speaker Mike Johnson call for full disclosure, deepening a rare rift in Trump’s base.
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Twinkle Khanna shared a playful Instagram post after attending her first live cricket match with Akshay Kumar at Lord’s. As India struggles in the Test series, Akshay is also busy with upcoming films including Jolly LLB 3 and Kannappa.
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Preity Zinta attended Wimbledon 2025 in London with her husband and shared moments from her sunny weekend trip. She also congratulated winner Jannik Sinner and expressed her spiritual gratitude on Guru Purnima. The actress is set to return with Lahore 1947.
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For the third consecutive day, Delhi schools received bomb threats via email, prompting mass evacuations. Four schools were targeted on Wednesday, including St. Thomas and Vasant Valley. No explosives were found. Police are tracing the email origins and intensifying investigations.
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Due to the presence of plastic, fibre, and other combustible material in the godown, a thick smoke engulfed in the area, causing panic among the local residents.
