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‘Targeted at goondas’: Bengal's proposed anti-social activities Bill allows preventive detention of up to 12 months
The West Bengal government has introduced the Prevention of Anti-Social Activities Bill, aimed at tackling organised crime, extortion and ha…
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Is Lionel Messi really injured? Lionel Scaloni's decision to bench Argentina captain against Jordan raises concerns
Lionel Messi's absence from Argentina's starting XI against Jordan at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has sparked concern among fans. However, head…
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Portugal coach explains why Cristiano Ronaldo wasn't rested against Colombia: ‘It's childish to think like that’
Portugal head coach has defended his decision to start Cristiano Ronaldo against Colombia, dismissing suggestions that the veteran forward s…
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Lionel Messi, Argentina warned as Lionel Scaloni refuses to write off Cape Verde: ‘Neither Spain nor Uruguay could beat them’
Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has urged his players not to underestimate Cape Verde ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 clash, pointing…
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi must play in T20I against England at all costs: Sunil Gavaskar's firm message
Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar has urged the Indian team management to hand teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi his T20I debut in…
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India women's cricket team qualifies for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics; men's team must wait till December 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have confirmed the qualification pathway for cricket's…
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IIM alum says Indians have a ‘scarcity mindset’ after seeing airport lounge queue, internet divided
An IIM alumnus has sparked a heated debate online after describing long queues outside airport lounges as evidence of a "scarcity mindset" a…
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Agent Kim Reactivated review: So Ji Sub delivers a gripping K-drama action thriller packed with revenge, emotion and intensity
Agent Kim Reactivated marks a powerful return for So Ji Sub, who anchors the K-drama with a commanding performance as a former intelligence…
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Agent Kim Reactivated review: So Ji Sub delivers a gripping K-drama action thriller packed with revenge, emotion and intensity
Agent Kim Reactivated marks a powerful return for So Ji Sub, who anchors the K-drama with a commanding performance as a former intelligence…
Entertainment & Bollywood
Jr NTR reunites with Trivikram Srinivas after 8 years; fans speculate new film is based on Lord Muruga
Actor Jr NTR and filmmaker Trivikram Srinivas have officially announced their next collaboration, marking their reunion after eight years si…
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CBSE's fresh 3-language policy guidelines: Changes for Classes VI, VII, VIII, IX and X explained
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has issued fresh guidelines on implementing the three-language policy under the National Edu…
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Radhika Sarathkumar slams those who turned K. Bhagyaraj's funeral into a ‘circus’; urges Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government to act
Actor and producer Radhika Sarathkumar has criticised the unruly scenes witnessed during filmmaker-actor K. Bhagyaraj's funeral, describing…
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Shreya Kalra slammed for ‘going below the belt’ after targeting Akanksha Choudhary's family on Lock Upp: ‘Cheap mentality’
Reality show contestant Shreya Kalra has come under fire after allegedly making personal remarks about fellow contestant Akanksha Choudhary'…
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Uorfi Javed denies claims of converting to Hinduism, changing name to Rita Bhardwaj
Actor and social media personality Uorfi Javed has dismissed viral claims that she converted to Hinduism and changed her name to Rita Bhardw…
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Prabhas recalls Puri Jagannadh receiving VIP treatment in Bangkok hospital for being 'Baahubali's friend'
Actor Prabhas shared a light-hearted anecdote about filmmaker Puri Jagannadh receiving VIP treatment at a Bangkok hospital after staff disco…
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Prakash Raj backs Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke: ‘Continue your fight, we stand by you’
Actor Prakash Raj has extended his support to Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke amid the controversy surrounding his satirical po…
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Farah Khan reveals Shah Rukh Khan flew 50 cast and crew members to Dubai for 'Happy New Year' premiere
Filmmaker Farah Khan has revealed that Shah Rukh Khan personally paid to fly nearly 50 cast and crew members to Dubai for the grand premiere…
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Jasmin Bhasin diagnosed with terminal ileitis, battling high-risk infection and inflammation ahead of birthday
Actor Jasmin Bhasin has revealed that she has been diagnosed with terminal ileitis and is recovering from a severe infection and inflammatio…
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3-language policy: CBSE grants one-time exemption to current Class 9 students
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a one-time exemption for students currently studying in Class 9 from complying…
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Four military advisers, patrol vessels, AI push: What PM Modi's Seychelles visit delivered
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Seychelles resulted in a series of strategic agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, with…
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‘Hey Nitin, Will You Join Us for a Drink?’: CEO’s Reaction to Gen Z Employee’s Question Sparks Workplace Debate
A CEO’s response to a Gen Z employee casually asking, “Hey Nitin, will you join us for a drink?” has gone viral on social media, triggering…
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IITian Founder Arvind Jain Says US Still Leads the World for Entrepreneurs Despite Global Startup Boom
Arvind Jain, the IIT graduate behind a company valued at $7.2 billion, has said that the United States remains the most attractive destinati…
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US-Based Founder Questions Why Kunal Shah Would Leave IPO-Bound Startup for Meta Role
A US-based entrepreneur has sparked debate on social media after questioning why fintech founder Kunal Shah would leave an IPO-bound startup…
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BioCompute founder Anagha Rajesh shuts Bengaluru operation and moves to US, explains why: ‘India is not ready’
Anagha Rajesh, founder of health-tech startup BioCompute, has announced the closure of the company's Bengaluru operations and its relocation…
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Jr NTR reunites with Trivikram Srinivas after 8 years; fans speculate new film is based on Lord Muruga
Actor Jr NTR and filmmaker Trivikram Srinivas have officially announced their next collaboration, marking their reunion after eight years si…
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Radhika Sarathkumar slams those who turned K. Bhagyaraj's funeral into a ‘circus’; urges Vijay-led Tamil Nadu government to act
Actor and producer Radhika Sarathkumar has criticised the unruly scenes witnessed during filmmaker-actor K. Bhagyaraj's funeral, describing…
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Delhi YouTuber, 32, arrested for allegedly stalking women, uploading harassment videos
Delhi Police have arrested a 32-year-old YouTuber on charges of allegedly stalking women, filming them without consent and uploading videos…
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Ketan Agarwal murder: Siya allegedly screamed ‘Help, help’ after pushing fiancé into gorge, police reveal
Fresh details have emerged in the alleged murder of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal, with police claiming that accused Siya Goyal shouted "He…
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Ketan Agarwal murder: Inside the 640-minute offline strategy of Siya's alleged boyfriend Chetan that backfired
Police probing the alleged murder of Pune businessman Ketan Agarwal say accused Chetan Chaudhary attempted to avoid digital surveillance by…
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‘Not decided yesterday’: Centre clarifies MEA passport-citizenship remarks, cites 1967 law and Bombay HC ruling
The Centre has clarified that a passport alone is not conclusive proof of Indian citizenship, stressing that the position is based on long-s…
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3-language policy: CBSE grants one-time exemption to current Class 9 students
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has announced a one-time exemption for students currently studying in Class 9 from complying…
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Amid NEET backlash, govt under fire for Maharashtra TET 2026 paper leak: ‘Is there any exam left?’
The Maharashtra Teacher Eligibility Test (TET) 2026 has been postponed following a suspected question paper leak, triggering fresh criticism…
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