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President Droupadi Murmu visited Mathura and Vrindavan, offering prayers at प्रमुख temples, meeting saints, and attending rituals. She will inaugurate a hospital oncology block and continue spiritual engagements, including Govardhan Parikrama, during her three-day Uttar Pradesh visit
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In Assam, Congress and Raijor Dal sealed a seat-sharing pact allocating 11 constituencies to the regional party ahead of Assembly polls. The move aims to unite opposition forces, strengthen anti-BJP strategy, and reshape electoral dynamics across key constituencies
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At the United Nations, India rejected a minority issues report criticizing the Waqf Amendment Act 2025, calling it inaccurate and biased. India defended the law as progressive, promoting transparency, gender equality, and inclusion while reaffirming its commitment to minority rights
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In Nashville, three teenagers sued Elon Musk’s xAI, alleging its AI tools enabled creation of explicit deepfake images using their real photos. The class-action case highlights risks of AI misuse, child exploitation, and lasting psychological harm to victims
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Mumbai markets rebounded sharply on Friday as Sensex and Nifty surged following a previous steep fall, aided by easing crude oil prices amid hopes of Middle East de-escalation, while most stocks gained, despite continued foreign investor selling pressure in markets today
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A 22-year-old woman in Mumbai was cheated of Rs 15.93 lakh by fraudsters posing as spiritual healers using social media, exploiting superstition and emotional vulnerability over two years before police launched an investigation.
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India told the UN that the Indus Waters Treaty will remain in abeyance until Pakistan ends support for terrorism, while highlighting its water initiatives and stressing the need for cooperation on global water security goals.
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Differences between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu over Israel’s strike on Iran’s gas field have raised questions about US-Israel coordination, with officials acknowledging differing objectives even as both sides continue to project a strong alliance
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US President Donald Trump’s reference to Pearl Harbor during talks with Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi created an awkward moment, even as both leaders emphasised strong bilateral ties and discussed Iran strikes, security, and regional cooperation
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Surging crude oil prices amid the Iran conflict are driving up fuel, transport and energy costs globally, with potential spillover into food prices and inflation, raising concerns over reduced consumer spending and broader economic slowdown
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The Telangana Gaddar Film Awards event in Hyderabad faced criticism over poor arrangements and mismanagement, with reports of seating confusion, delays and disputes, prompting some invitees, including prominent personalities, to leave the venue amid growing dissatisfaction
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The Centre launched a Rs 497 crore RELIEF scheme to support exporters hit by West Asia conflict disruptions, offering logistical support, extended export obligations and financial relief to offset rising freight, insurance costs and operational uncertainties in key Gulf trade routes
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India’s chief selector Ajit Agarkar has reportedly sought an extension until the 2027 ODI World Cup, with BCCI considering the request amid his successful tenure that saw multiple ICC titles, despite mixed results in Test cricket
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Barcelona, Liverpool, Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid advanced to the Champions League quarterfinals, with Barcelona scoring seven, Liverpool overturning a deficit and Bayern cruising, setting up high-profile clashes including Bayern versus Real Madrid
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Lionel Messi scored his 900th career goal during Inter Miami’s CONCACAF Champions Cup match against Nashville, joining Cristiano Ronaldo in the elite club, though his team was knocked out after a draw on away goals
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Bison FC defeated Bolarum FC 3-0 to win the Garden Football Club’s Ugadi one-day seven-a-side football tournament, with Avinash scoring twice, as winners and runners-up were awarded cash prizes at Bolarum Cantonment Ground
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India’s Tanvi Sharma and the men’s doubles pair of Hariharan Amsakarunan and MR Arjun advanced at the Orleans Masters 2026, with Tanvi entering the Round of 16 and the duo reaching the quarterfinals after impressive performances
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India ranked 116th in the World Happiness Report 2026, improving by two places from last year but remaining behind neighbours Nepal and Pakistan, while Finland continued to top the rankings for the ninth consecutive year
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US strategy to involve Kurds in a ground offensive against Iran may set the entire West Asia on fire
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India termed the arrest of six Ukrainian nationals a legal matter under investigation, while considering Kyiv’s consular access request. The Ukrainians, charged under UAPA, remain in custody as Ukraine denies terror links and seeks transparency
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Pakistan’s deadly airstrikes on Kabul have exposed deep flaws in its Afghan strategy, highlighting strategic miscalculations, rising internal threats, and widening regional consequences
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Ukraine has sought a transparent probe into the detention of six of its nationals in Mizoram, denied any terror links, and offered cooperation to India, even as New Delhi said investigations are underway and a request for consular access is under consideration
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Kuchipudi exponent Dr P Rama Devi was honoured with the Kala Ratna Hamsa Award by the Andhra Pradesh government, recognising her contributions as a performer, scholar and teacher, along with her efforts in promoting the classical dance form
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Hyderabad pacer Rahul Kartikeya has been selected for the prestigious MRF Pace Foundation course, with the Hyderabad Cricket Association lauding his dedication and expressing confidence that the opportunity will help him excel further in his cricketing career.
