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Thailand’s new Cabinet was sworn in Thursday, including suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, now culture minister, amid an ethics probe over her remarks to Cambodia’s Hun Sen. Acting PM Suriya led the ceremony, with Phumtham Wechayachai likely to assume acting duties
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India has blocked all Pakistani accounts on X and upheld its ban on YouTube channels in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack. The move follows an advisory under IT Rules and AICWA’s call for a complete digital and cultural disconnect.
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Jonathan Trott praised Shubman Gill’s proactive game plan and leadership, calling him world-class. Varun Aaron lauded Jadeja’s intent and strike rotation, while Trott also noted Jaiswal’s growing maturity in England. Experts credited India’s batting approach for its tactical depth.
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The rupee fell by 8 paise to 85.70 against the US dollar in early trade Thursday, pressured by sustained FII outflows, dollar demand from the RBI, and global risk sentiment. Traders await NFP data and India-US trade deal cues.
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A skydiving plane crashed in woods near Cross Keys Airport, Monroe Township, NJ, injuring 15 people. Emergency crews responded swiftly, with multiple patients treated at Cooper University Hospital. The FAA is investigating the cause of the Cessna 208B crash
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Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rose in early trade on Thursday, buoyed by a positive trend in Asian markets and optimism over a potential India-US trade deal. Gains in key stocks and global cues supported investor sentiment.
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Fires broke out in Tirupati and Hyderabad on Thursday, causing panic but no casualties. A shop near the Govindaraja temple and a rubber factory in Hyderabad were gutted. The incidents follow a deadly explosion in a chemical plant near Hyderabad earlier this week.
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To reduce chemical use in farming, the Centre is promoting organic agriculture under a national scheme, offering training and Rs.4,000 yearly aid to selected farmers. Organic clusters will be formed and bio-resource centres established across districts for support.
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Two persons were killed and another critically injured after a speeding bike crashed into a parked lorry on NH-161 near Jagannathpalli in Kamareddy district. Police are yet to identify the victims; the injured person is undergoing treatment in Pitlam.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred Ghana’s highest civilian honour — the ‘Officer of the Order of the Star of Ghana’ — during his state visit, recognising his global leadership. The visit also elevated India-Ghana ties to a comprehensive partnership.
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The Kedarnath Yatra was temporarily suspended after a landslide near Sonprayag blocked the route. SDRF personnel rescued trapped pilgrims returning from Gaurikund. Authorities halted the pilgrimage as a precaution until the path is cleared and safe for travel.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Operation Sindoor clearly signaled India's intent to act against terrorism. Backed by Quad and UNSC, the operation followed the deadly Pahalgam attack. Jaishankar also raised concerns about a US bill affecting India’s energy security.
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India and the US have agreed to sign a new 10-year defence framework, reaffirming strategic ties and cooperation on defence production. Rajnath Singh also urged swift delivery of GE F404 engines for Tejas jets during talks with US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Despite the dream team coming together after nearly two decades, the film received largely negative reviews and failed to draw crowds to theatres.
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Rajeshwar was working as SI in Film Nagar police station.
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Thick smoked billowed from the building due to the fire. The area has been cordoned off.
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With a promising blend of fantasy and comedy, Niharika Konidela’s #PEP2 aims to entertain and win hearts, continuing the success streak for Pink Elephant Pictures.
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The thriller also marks the acting debut of Vijay Antony’s nephew, Ajay Dhishan.
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Both leaders also discussed cooperation in vaccine production.
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PM Modi received the award from the Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama.
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Both India and Ghana also agreed to further strengthen mutual cooperation in counter-terrorism, the Prime Minister said.
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He also dismissed the claims of US President Donald Trump that he forged the ceasefire between the two neighbours after Operation Sindoor, saying the record speaks for itself.
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