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Thursday, Apr 18

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Maharashtra speaker Rahul Narwekar creates stir in BJP, says he’s in don Arun Gawli’s gang now

Rahul Narwekar, Maharashtra assembly speaker, expressed unwavering support for Geeta Gawli, backed by BJP in BMC polls, to become the Mumbai mayor. Narwekar's dedication to the ABS family, led by Arun Gawli, was emphasized.

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'Nowhere will be safe': How Iran is preparing for possible Israeli retaliation

Israel has vowed to respond to Iran’s unprecedented attack without saying when or how, leaving the region bracing for further escalation after months of unrest linked to the ongoing war in Gaza. Israel’s allies have been urging Israel…

Wednesday, Apr 17

13

Luxury cars, apartments in Dubai, London: This Goa BJP candidate self-declares assets of nearly Rs 1,400 crore

Pallavi Dempo, BJP's South Goa candidate, filed her nomination for the Lok Sabha election, with a disclosed net worth of nearly Rs 1,400 crore. She owns assets worth Rs 255.4 crore, including properties in Goa and abroad.

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Biblical-level flooding: Chaos in Dubai; flights hit, families stranded at airport

The heavy rains that caused the suspensions and diversions are part of broader adverse weather conditions affecting the Gulf Peninsula. In Oman, heavy rainfall has led to tragic consequences with at least 18 fatalities reported in recent…

Tuesday, Apr 16

13

Patanjali ads case: You are doing good work but can't degrade allopathy, SC tells Ramdev

Ramdev issued another apology to Supreme Court in Patanjali misleading ads case and requested to make amends. The court criticized Patanjali for degrading allopathy and violating the court order. The apex court granted Ramdev, Balkrishna,…

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Salman Khan house firing case: Mumbai Police arrest two shooters from Gujarat

Two individuals from Bihar were swiftly arrested by the city crime branch for firing at Salman Khan's residence in Bandstand, following orders from Lawrence Bishnoi to create fear, not harm.

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Pakistan claims Indian hand in killing of Sarabjit's murderer

Mohsin Naqvi indicated India's involvement in ISI henchman Tamba's targeted killing in Lahore. The fatal attack aligns with a pattern. Investigation ongoing. Tamba was associated with Hafiz Saeed and involved in Sarabjit Singh's murder.

Monday, Apr 15

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21 former judges write to CJI alleging people with political interest casting aspersion on judiciary

A group of 21 retired judges of the Supreme Court and high courts have written to the Chief Justice of India on the escalating attempts by "certain factions to undermine the judiciary through calculated pressure, misinformation, and public…

Shots fired at Salman Khan’s home: 1 empty shell was found in the balcony, CCTV grab of one of the suspects released

Two unidentified men fired at Salman Khan's residence, Galaxy Apartments. Investigations ongoing for Lawrence Bishnoi gang link. Auto driver sought directions; increased security. CCTV footage collected; forensic examination. Anmol's post…

Sunday, Apr 14

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Iran attack: How Israel's Iron Dome passed it biggest test yet

Israel's military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said Iran launched dozens of ground-to-ground missiles at Israel, most of which were intercepted outside Israeli borders. They included more than 10 cruise missiles, he said. The…

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Sarabjit Singh's killer shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan

Amir Sarfaraz Tamba, a suspect in the killing of Indian prisoner Sarabjit Singh in Pakistan and linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder Hafiz Saeed, was shot dead in Lahore. He was attacked by motorcycle assailants and later died in the…

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24-year-old Indian national shot dead inside a car in Canada

Chirag Antil, an Indian student, was shot and killed in Vancouver. Varun Choudhary seeks Ministry support. GoFundMe campaign initiated to bring Antil's body back to India. Antil described as kind-hearted and polite.

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Coconut vs Lemon water: Which is better for hydration in summer

Coconut water and lemon water offer unique hydration benefits, with coconut water replenishing electrolytes and providing quick energy, while lemon water supports immune health and helps combat oxidative stress from UV rays.

Saturday, Apr 13

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Sydney mall stabbing: Death toll rises to 6 in shopping center attack

Australian police on Saturday said they had received reports that "multiple people" were stabbed at a busy shopping centre in Sydney. The incidents occurred at the sprawling Westfield Bondi Junction mall complex, which was packed with…

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Rs 34 crore raised for expat's release from death row

Rahim moved to Saudi in 2006 as a driver in the house of Abdulla Abdurahman Al Shahri. His responsibility was to ferry and look after his employer's disabled child. After a month, Rahim was purportedly trying to pacify the boy​when his…

Friday, Apr 12

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BJP drops CM Eknath Shinde, deputy CM Ajit Pawar from list of star campaigners in Maharashtra

BJP dropped Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and Deputy CM Ajit Pawar from its roster of star campaigners in the state. A revised list of 40 star campaigners, headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, was presented to the Election Commission of…

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NIA arrests Bengaluru cafe blast mastermind, bomber from Kolkata

Abdul Matheen Taha and Mussavir Hussain Shazeb were arrested near Kolkata for planning and executing the Bengaluru cafe blast. Taha was the mastermind behind the blast, evading the law under false identities, while Shazib placed the IED at…

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Supreme Court judge's 'rip you apart' comment riles present, former judges

Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah's criticism of Uttarakhand govt's laxity in controlling Patanjali Ayurved ads, breaching SC orders, sparked concerns among ex-judges. Emphasizing high judicial conduct, they advocate upholding integrity,…

Thursday, Apr 11

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Citing thin Canadian presence, Canada retrenches India staffers

Canada retrenched Indian staffers in India due to reduced Canadian staff. India expelled 41 diplomats for parity. Mumbai, Chandigarh consulates closed. Consular support, trade services continue. Canada maintains strong ties with Indian…

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Vietnam tycoon sentenced to death in $12.5 billion fraud case: What to know

Vietnamese property magnate Truong My Lan has been handed a death sentence for a massive fraud scheme, involving billions of dollars. Lan, the chair of Van Thinh Phat, was found guilty of siphoning funds from Saigon Commercial Bank (SCB)…

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You asked, you pay: Supreme Court to Gautam Navlakha on Rs 1.6 crore security bill

The National Investigation Agency charged Gautam Navlakha ₹1.64 crore for house arrest in the Elgar Parishad case. The Supreme Court ruled on Tuesday that Navlakha must pay the amount and gave him one week to decide how to reimburse the…

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Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Eid Mubarak Images, Quotes, Wishes, Messages, Cards, Greetings, Pictures and GIFs

Eid-ul-Fitr, a time of unity and gratitude, concludes Ramadan with prayer, charity, feasting, and gift-giving. Muslims celebrate with joy, strengthening bonds and reflecting on values like patience and compassion. For millions of Muslims…

Stunning Mehndi Designs for Eid al-Fitr 2024: From Arabic to Indian Styles

As the holy month of Ramadan progresses towards its end, Muslim women are ready to look their best on the auspicious day of Eid al-Fitr 2024. We have curated a stunning collection of mehndi designs from Arabic to Indian styles for the holy…

Wednesday, Apr 10

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Happy Eid-ul-Fitr 2024: Best Eid Mubarak Messages, Quotes, Wishes, Images, Greetings and Pictures to share on Eid-ul-Fitr

Eid-ul-Fitr, ending Ramadan, involves prayers, forgiveness seeking, Zakat al-Fitr donations, feasting on biryani, sheer khurma, kheer. Celebrated on April 10th or 11th, 2024. Messages convey blessings, Quran quotes inspire, and images…

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Raaj Kumar Anand resigns from Delhi cabinet, quits AAP; 'he was scared', says Saurabh Bharadwaj

"This party doesn't respect Dalit MLAs, councillors and ministers. In such circumstances, all Dalits fell cheated. We live in an inclusive society, but it is not wrong to talk about proportion. It is difficult for me to remain in the party…

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Misleading ads case: SC rejects Patanjali's apology, warns them to be ready to face action

The Supreme Court rejected Yoga guru Baba Ramdev's apology on Patanjali's misleading ad issue. Justices warned of consequences for disobedience and criticised Uttarakhand govt's inaction. Ramdev and Acharya Balkrishna had apologized for…

Tuesday, Apr 9

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'Conspired & concealed': What Delhi HC said while dismissing Arvind Kejriwal's arrest plea

The Delhi High Court rejected CM Arvind Kejriwal's appeal against the Enforcement Directorate's arrest. Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma upheld the validity of the arrest, stating Kejriwal was involved in the "use and concealment of proceeds…

Monday, Apr 8

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Nagpur woman smoking at paan shop kills man staring at her, held

24-year-old woman arrested with friends for fatally stabbing 28-year-old Ranjit Rathod in Nagpur after an altercation captured on CCTV at a pan shop. The incident has shocked the local community.

American IT company cuts 800 jobs across India and US to hire talent with these skills

EXL Service restructures, cutting jobs, hiring skilled workers for generative AI. Leadership changes reflect focus on top talent aligned with clients' evolving data needs. Revenue increases, offset by decline in marketing analytics.

Sunday, Apr 7

How will the Total Solar Eclipse impact Ramadan this year

The total solar eclipse of April 8, 2024, coincides with the end of Ramadan, sparking discussions about its impact on moon sighting for Eid al-Fitr. Although the eclipse offers a rare opportunity to observe the new moon directly, experts…