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Friday, Apr 19

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Meet Vasuki Indicus, the ‘crocodile’ that was a 50ft snake

Researchers said the large size of ‘Vasuki Indicus’, named after the mythical king of serpents usually depicted round the neck of Shiva and in reference to its country of discovery, would have made it a slow-moving, ambush predator akin to…

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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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In masjid & market, BJP’s Muslim candidate is treated as haram in Kerala

Dr Abdul Salam, BJP’s Muslim candidate, faces challenges in Malappuram. During an interaction with voters in a remote village near Pulikkal, he recounted his bitter experience after attending Eid Namaz at Madin Masjid in Malappuram town.…

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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…

Explained: Difference between curd and yoghurt

Summer's culinary shift to gut-friendly probiotic foods like cottage cheese offers various health benefits. Curd aids digestion, while yogurt provides potassium benefits for weight loss and suits those with indigestion issues.

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Shah Rukh Khan's motivational speech to cricket team has fans dubbing him 'Real life Coach Kabir Khan' - WATCH

In the video, shared widely on social media platforms, Shah Rukh Khan is seen addressing the cricket team with words of encouragement and support. His impassioned speech resonated with both the players and fans who then took to their…

Wednesday, Apr 17

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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.

Google employees arrested after protests over Israel project; read company's statement on Police action

Google employees arrested for protesting the company's work with the Israeli government. Sit-ins led to arrests in New York & Sunnyvale. Demands included pulling out of a contract with Amazon. Google clarifies work not military-related.

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Is consuming watermelon seeds safe for the body?

While the idea of consuming watermelon seeds may raise eyebrows. One might assume that eating watermelon seeds would result in the growth of a watermelon plant! Contrary to popular opinion, the hazards associated with consuming watermelon…

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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

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Who is Aditya Srivastava, UPSC Civil Services Topper 2023?

Lucknow's Aditya Srivastava, an IIT Kanpur graduate (possibly gold medalist), topped the 2023 UPSC Civil Services Exam. After excelling in school (95% in 12th) and working at Goldman Sachs, Srivastava chose the IAS to contribute to society…

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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'Took Rohit Sharma's words seriously': Aged 38, Dinesh Karthik 'auditions' for T20 World Cup with unreal blitz

Sunrisers Hyderabad amassed 287-3 for the highest-ever Indian Premier League total and beat Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 25 runs on a Monday full of records and featuring a century by Travis Head. The match produced the highest aggregate…

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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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The Great Indian Kapil Show: Kapil Sharma tells Sunil Grover not to talk non-sense; the latter says ‘Ab main pehli wali nahi hu, abhi ek baat ke chaar jawab de dungi’

The Great Indian Kapil Show featured Diljit Dosanjh, Parineeti Chopra, and Imtiaz Ali, with entertaining acts by Sunil Grover. Imtiaz Ali discussed his exposure to Punjab culture during Jab We Met, influencing the creation of Chamkila.

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Bengaluru woman rider gets Rs 1.36 lakh fine: Honda Activa scooter seized

Bengaluru rider fined Rs 1.36 lakh for 270 traffic violations. CCTV footage captured wrong-side riding. Metro cities enforce rules with CCTV. Follow TOI Auto for Indian roads updates.

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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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'He's smiling too much, acting like...': Amid Hardik Pandya booing, a worried Kevin Pietersen says, 'something needs to happen'

Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten 105 but his Mumbai Indians fell 20 runs short as they tried to chase down a big target set by holders Chennai Super Kings in a battle of IPL heavyweights on Sunday. Set 207 for victory, five-time winners Mumbai…

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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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'No need for cell towers': China has revolutionised smartphone communications

Chinese scientists achieve a groundbreaking milestone with the world's first satellite 'Tiantong' enabling direct smartphone calls. The Tiantong-1 series in geosynchronous orbit covers Asia-Pacific, supporting brands like Huawei, Xiaomi,…

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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…