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Washington is closely tracking the Modi–Putin summit in New Delhi, with US analysts examining the optics, defence and energy outcomes, and potential White House reaction. Experts say the response will depend on India’s public embrace of Putin and the deals concluded.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in New Delhi on Thursday for a two-day visit marked by high-level security and key talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The 23rd India–Russia Annual Summit will focus on defence, trade and energy cooperation.
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for Dec 4, 2025. May the day bring you happiness
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A 28-year-old man, Junaid Bin Mohammad Baharmoos, was fatally stabbed in Hyderabad’s Rein Bazaar. He succumbed to injuries in a Malakpet hospital. Police boosted security, shifted the body to OGH, and formed special teams while investigating suspects linked to previous enmity.
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India’s junior women’s hockey team lost 1-3 to Germany in their second FIH Junior Women’s World Cup match in Santiago. Hina Bano scored for India, but Germany sealed victory with goals from Frerichs, Schönhoff and Reisenegger. India next play Ireland
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The Andhra Cricket Association Operations team inspected the ACA-VDCA Stadium in Visakhapatnam ahead of the India-South Africa ODI on December 6. Officials reviewed pitch, seating and facilities, assuring fans of smooth arrangements for the high-profile encounter
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A 32-year-old woman from Haryana allegedly killed three girls and her own son over two years, driven by jealousy of their beauty. Panipat police cracked the case after a six-year-old niece was found drowned at a wedding.
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Osmania University women’s tennis team entered the final of the Khelo India Inter-University Games in Jaipur after defeating University of Delhi 2-1. Saumya won her singles, Chevika lost narrowly, but the duo clinched the doubles decider to seal victory
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RSB Hyderabad named its squad led by Mohammad Moazzam for the All India Civil Services football tournament in Goa. Former India forward Md Rahmatullah passed away in Los Angeles. TFA also announced a meeting for C-Division League managers on December 6
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BJD MLArun Kumar Sahoo questioned the Odisha government’s decision to pay actress Madhuri Dixit Rs 1.60 crore as handloom brand ambassador, seeking clarity on her contribution and calling for data on how the initiative benefits weavers
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Telangana swimmers impressed at the School Games Federation of India championship in Delhi, winning four medals. M Suhas Preetham clinched gold in the under-19 200m backstroke, while D Varshith and Ishan won silvers and B Goutham Shashi Vardhan secured bronze
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Indian shuttlers dominated the Guwahati Masters Super 100 tournament, with Tanvi Sharma and Tharun Mannepalli leading the charge. Several home players, including Tasnim Mir, Ashmita Chaliha, Anmol Kharb and Meiraba Luwang Maisnam, advanced to the next round with impressive wins
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The Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court directed that the traditional lamp be lit atop the Thirupparankundram hill at the Deepathoon stone pillar during the Karthigai Deepam festival, with CISF protection to ensure compliance.
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India named Shubman Gill and Hardik Pandya in the T20I squad for the five-match series against South Africa starting December 9. Gill returns as vice-captain subject to fitness clearance, while Pandya proved his fitness in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
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Virat Kohli moved up to No. 4 in the ICC ODI rankings after his century against South Africa, while Rohit Sharma retained the top spot. Jasprit Bumrah stayed No. 1 among Test bowlers, with Indians dominating across formats in the latest update
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New Zealand led West Indies by 96 runs after Day 2 of the first test in Christchurch. Shai Hope and Tagenarine Chanderpaul hit half-centuries, but Jacob Duffy’s five-wicket haul and Matt Henry’s three wickets kept New Zealand ahead
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New Zealand led West Indies by 96 runs after Day 2 of the first test in Christchurch. Shai Hope and Tagenarine Chanderpaul hit half-centuries, but Jacob Duffy’s five-wicket haul and Matt Henry’s three wickets kept New Zealand ahead
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Kerala staged a strong fightback in the Cooch Behar Trophy under-19 match against Hyderabad, reaching 322/4 in the second innings. Jobin P Joby starred with an unbeaten 120, supported by Thomas Mathew and Manav Krishna, after conceding the first-innings lead
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Telangana will host its biggest prize money chess event at HITEX Exhibition Centre on December 20 and 21. Ekagra Chess Academy is organizing the Open Rapid Chess Tournament with Rs 22.22 lakh prize money, marking a historic first for the state
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India named Suryakumar Yadav as captain and Shubman Gill as vice-captain for the five-match T20 International series against South Africa starting December 9. The squad includes Bumrah, Pandya, Samson and Kuldeep, with matches scheduled across Cuttack, Chandigarh, Dharamsala, Lucknow and Ahmedabad
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Osmania University women’s tennis team entered the final of the Khelo India Inter-University Games in Jaipur, defeating University of Delhi 2-1. Saumya won her singles, Chevika lost narrowly, but the duo clinched the doubles to seal the semifinal victory
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IndiGo cancelled more than 100 flights and delayed many others on Wednesday amid severe crew shortages and operational disruptions. DGCA has launched a probe, while pilot unions blame IndiGo’s staffing practices. The airline has instituted temporary schedule cuts to stabilise operations
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KPHB defeated defending champion Nizam Basketball Academy 106-100 in a double extra time thriller to enter the semifinals of the G M Sampath Kumar Trophy at YMCA Secunderabad. Srikant starred with 37 points, while Keystone BA also advanced
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Md Rahmatullah, former India forward and Asian Games hero, passed away in Los Angeles at 87 after a prolonged illness. He represented India 12 times, scored five goals, and starred in the 1958 Asian Games. He also excelled with Mohammedan Sporting and Mohun Bagan
