The Daily Guardian - January 24, 2025

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January 24, 2025

Over 200 people quarantined in Rajouri as mystery deepens

A common factor among victims is involvement of brain and damage to nervous system

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Pentagon Moves Troops to Southern Border

The US Department of Defense is deploying 1,500 active-duty service members along with additional air and intelligence assets to the southern border to support enforcement operations already under way.

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Haryana Waives Rs 2,500-Cr Loan Of Two Lakh SMEs

Relief is designed to stimulate small-scale entrepreneurship | CM says full planning done to implement Lado Lakshmi Yojana

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India Open to 'Legitimate Return' of Indians 'Illegally' Living in US: Jaishankar

Clarifying India's stance, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said New Delhi is open to the \"legitimate return\" of Indian nationals living 'illegally' abroad, including in the United States.

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CEC stresses on role of tech in polls, cautions against fake narratives

Sounding a note of caution against fake narratives which erode trust in electoral processes, Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar has said that such narratives are typically timed at crucial junctures of the election process to target its very vitals.

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Punjab Police Withdrawn From Kejriwal's Security

The Punjab Police personnel deployed for the security of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal in Delhi have been withdrawn following instructions from the Election Commission.

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Iron Age Began on Tamil Soil, Claims TN CM Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday said that the Iron Age began in the world from the land of Tamil.

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Mazgaon Dock Invited for Rs 70,000 Cr Deal

Public sector shipyard Mazagaon Dockyards Limited (MDL) on Thursday said it has been invited by the Defence Ministry from January 27 for negotiating the over Rs 70,000 crore Project-75 India deal under which six submarines have to be built.

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Punjab MP Amritpal moves court to attend Parl session

Amritpal Singh, the Member of Parliament (MP) from Khadoor Sahib in Punjab, currently imprisoned in Assam's Dibrugarh jail under the National Security Act (NSA), has filed a petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

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3 Advocates Held in Patna Railway Claims Tribunal 'Scam'

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday arrested three advocates in connection with a money laundering case related to the Patna Railway Claims Tribunal scam, the agency said.

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Centre Annuls Tungsten Mineral Block Auction in Tamil Nadu

Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy met with Ambalakarars (traditional community leaders) from Madurai district of Tamil Nadu at the Minister's chamber in the Ministry of Mines, New Delhi on Thursday.

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Centre Notifies Rules for Radar Equipment for Measuring Vehicles' Speed

The Legal Metrology Division of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, has notified the Rules for Radar Equipment for the measurement of speed of vehicles under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011.

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Uncertainty over Rahul's T-shirt campaign

Rahul Gandhi's announcement of the white T-shirt campaign against the Modi government has seemingly backfired as he fell ill shortly after.

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DRDO to Show Pralay Missiles for 1st Time in R-Day Parade

Ahead of Republic Day, the Indian Army announced on Thursday the addition of two new features to this year's parade: battlefield surveillance systems and a DRDO tableau showcasing Pralay, short-range ballistic missiles.

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PM: We Have To Be United For 'Viksit Bharat' On Lines Of Azad Hind Fauj

On Subhash Chandra Bose birth anniv, PM says we continuously draw inspiration from his life

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Staff of Cong old HQ stare at job losses after opening of new HQ

After the inauguration of the new Congress headquarters on Kotla Road, hundreds of employees who have worked at the old headquarters on 24 Akbar Road for years are now facing uncertainty about their jobs.

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Over 200 people quarantined in Rajouri

Over 200 people have been quarantined in Rajouri following a health crisis that has claimed several lives. Authorities have declared a containment zone and are investigating the cause of the outbreak.

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Call on going solo in local polls at right time: Uddhav

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Thursday hinted that his party may contest the upcoming local bodies elections in the state on its own, stating that his cadres were keen on it and that he would decide on it at the appropriate time.

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Security forces seize Maoist training camp in Bijapur

In a major success, security forces have taken control of a Maoist training camp in the core area of PLGA Battalion No. 01 in the dense forests of Bhattiguda, Bijapur district.

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Massive blaze at labour camp at Pune engulfs 5 shanties

A fire broke out at a labour camp in the Sangvi area of Pimpri Chinchwad city in the Pune district, said officials on Thursday.

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Mumbai school receives bomb threat, police team dispatched to probe

A school in the Jogeshwari-Oshiwara area of Mumbai received a bomb threat on Thursday, police said.

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Was attack real or was he acting: Maha minister Rane stirs row over attack on Saif

Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane has sparked another row after he made controversial remarks on an attack on Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan.

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Operation over, neutralised Naxals being identified: Police on Gariaband encounter

Following the encounter by the security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district, the police confirmed that the operation is complete and 16 naxals were neutralised.

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KTR Hits Back at Revanth Reddy for 'Worker's Mindset' Jibe at Him

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president and MLA KT Rama Rao hit out at Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for purportedly labelling him an IT employee with a \"worker's mindset.\"

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BJP wants to silence opposition, says Chhattisgarh ex-CM Baghel

Baghel highlighted the case of senior Congress leader Kawasi Lakhma, who was reportedly targeted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) following his vocal criticism of corruption.

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Man held for murdering wife, boiling body parts in cooker in Telangana

DCP, LB Nagar, stated, \"A missing case was reported on January 17. In that case, the husband is self-claiming that he killed his wife.\"

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No Financial Help From Centre For Wayanad So Far, Says Kerala CM

Vijayan says state has received Rs 712 crore in its relief fund

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Malegaon blasts case: Pragya seeks more time for court appearance

An application was filed before the special NIA court by the lawyers of former BJP MP Sadhvi Pragya Singh Thakur, accused in the Malegaon 2008 blasts case, requesting a delay in her court appearance due to a sudden adverse medical condition.

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Time For Real Development Now, Says Rahul

Rahul attacks Modi, Kejriwal for relying on \"false propaganda and PR\"

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AAP Destroyed Delhi's 'World-Class Infra': Pawan Khera

Senior Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday alleged that AAP has \"destroyed\" the world-class infrastructure of Delhi and turned it into \"garbage\".

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Kejriwal Vows to Eliminate Unemployment in Next 5 Years

With voting in Delhi assembly elections less than two weeks away, AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday vowed to eliminate unemployment in the national capital within the next five years.

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Kejriwal has become a mascot of corruption': Chandrasekhar

BJP leader Rajeev Chandrasekhar launched a scathing attack on AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, labelling him the \"mascot of corruption\".

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'We will fulfil our promise': Chadha

Aam Admi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha stressed on Thursday that the party will fulfil its promise of employing the youth and exuded confidence that the Arvind Kejriwal's government is going to be formed with a huge majority in Delhi once again.

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War of words over 'violence in campaign'

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday accused the BJP of orchestrating violence during his public meeting in Hari Nagar, claiming that the police allowed opposition supporters to disrupt the event and even attacked his car.

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Delhi Police Registers 504 Cases, Arrests 17,879 for MCC Violations

Delhi Police has registered a total of 504 cases for violation of the Model Code of Conduct.

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BJP Forms Special Team to Woo Purvanchal Voters

To win the Purvanchal vote bank in Delhi's upcoming elections, BJP has devised a special strategy by forming a team of Purvanchali leaders.

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Bidhuri files complaint against Atishi over alleged misleading claims

BJP candidate from Kalkaji Assembly seat, Ramesh Bidhuri on Thursday filed a complaint against Delhi Chief Minister and AAP candidate Atishi for allegedly filing false complaints and exerting undue pressure on the administration.

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'AAP TURNED DELHI INTO 'GARBAGE DUMP', SETTLED BANGLADESHIS, ROHINGYAS'

Yogi alleged that in a well-planned conspiracy, AAP deprived Delhiites of basic facilities and jeopardised national security.

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Police Seizes Drugs Worth More Than Rs 20 Cr

Delhi Police have seized drugs worth over Rs 20 crores and made arrests ahead of the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, as part of a series of measures to enforce the Model Code of Conduct (MCC), confirmed Delhi police.

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MCOCA case: Delhi Police alleges Naresh Balyan's role in crime

In opposing the bail plea of AAP MLA Naresh Balyan in the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) case, Delhi Police revealed that the investigation uncovered the involvement of Balyan and his absconding associates in organised crime.

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Kejriwal Biggest Liar, AAP Broke All Records of Corruption: Nadda

BJP president J P Nadda on Thursday called AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal the \"biggest liar\" as he targeted the party's government in Delhi over its alleged failure to fulfil its promises and corruption during its 10-year tenure.

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NGT rejects plea for star rating on vehicle efficiency, emissions

The National Green Tribunal has dismissed a plea for the implementation of a star rating system for all passenger vehicles, based on fuel efficiency and CO2 emission, holding it non-maintainable.

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Delhi cyber criminals siphoned off Rs 4,900 cr abroad, says ED

The Enforcement Directorate Thursday said two Delhi-based \"cyber criminals\" siphoned off more than Rs 4,900 crore abroad by \"misusing\" special economic zone (SEZ) facilities.

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Dikshit Alleges 'Scam' in AAP's COVID Medical Procurement

Congress candidate for the upcoming Delhi Assembly Polls, Sandeep Dikshit, on Thursday raised serious allegations against the Aam Aadmi Party-led Delhi government, accusing it of a massive scam in the procurement of essential medical supplies during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Global Auto Leaders Discuss Urban Mobility Trends in India

The global automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), micro-mobility leaders, financial institutions, and automotive technology organizations discussed urban mobility trends, innovations, and opportunities in India on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.

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Trump to address WEF virtually

Donald Trump is coming back to Davos. This time, virtually.

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Adani Green Energy Q3 profit up 85% to Rs 474 cr

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) on Thursday posted over 85 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 474 crore for December quarter on the back of higher revenues from power supply.

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Private Investment to GDP in FY24 Set to Hit 8-Year High Since FY16

Private investment in India is set to reach its highest level in eight years as a percentage of GDP in FY24, according to a report by the State Bank of India (SBI).

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Countries Show Interest in Vande Bharat Trains: Vaishnaw

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that many countries have shown interest in importing semi-high-speed Vande Bharat trains from India.

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Naidu showcases Andhra

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu concluded a highly impactful four-day engagement at the World Economic Forum (WEF) summit in Davos, Switzerland.

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ONDC to boost India's entrepreneurial innovation

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has been hailed as a transformative initiative with the potential to drive India's next wave of entrepreneurial innovation.

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Sensex Rises for 2nd Day on Gains in IT, Consumer Durable Stocks

Stock markets extended gains for the second day on Thursday, helped by buying in IT, consumer durables, and commodity stocks amid a largely positive trend in global markets.

1 min

Economic Cost Of Fragmentation Can Exceed 2008 Financial Crisis: WEF

The impact of fragmentation on inflation rates and GDP growth depends heavily on the policies adopted by global leaders, WEF said.

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Biting the Bullet: Why India Must Adopt Stringent Food Regulations

To over 1.6 million deaths annually in India. Similarly, diabetes has reached epidemic proportions, with the International Diabetes Federation projecting 134 million cases in India by 2045 if current trends persist.

1 min

TRUMP'S SWAGGER & TENSION IN WORLD!

Donald Trump is wielding a double-edged sword in his second term: What will change?

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Waiting to be told: A film on the women warriors of India

More than forty years ago, in 1982 the film director Richard Attenborough made a film called 'Gandhi'.

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Landmark Decisions of American Presidents

The US presidents in past 100 years had played a pivotal role in shaping world politics through their policies on defence, diplomacy, and economics.

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Supreme Court: Bald allegation of Section 52A non-compliance won't result in acquittal unless foundational facts of non-compliance proved under NDPS Act

The court doubted the appellant's case because the investigating officer detailed the recovery process and sealing of the contraband in compliance with Section 52A which was not questioned by the appellant during cross-examination of the prosecution witness that there was no compliance with Section 52A.

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Supreme Court: Extra-Judicial Confession Is A 'Weak Type' Of Evidence, Requires A Great Deal Of Care And Caution

The court also placed reliance upon Balwinder Singh vs. State of Punjab, wherein the court stated that when extra-judicial confession is being surrounded by suspicious circumstances, its credibility becomes doubtful and would lose its importance.

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Supreme Court confers Senior designations on 4 former High Court judges

The Supreme Court Collegium bench comprising of Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna, Justice B.R. Gavai, Justice Surya Kant, Justice Hrishikesh Roy and Justice Abhay S. Oka have designated the following former Chief Justice or Judges of the High Courts as Senior Advocates with effect from January 22, 2025.

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Supreme Court Imposes Rs 2 Lakh Cost on Petitioner Over Repeated Bail Applications, Asks Police to Arrest Him

The court, while considering the facts and circumstances of the case, stated that, 'This court directs the Commissioner of Police, Amritsar, to arrest the petitioner within three days and to file an affidavit before the Registry of this Court on the fourth day.'

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Supreme Court: Prosecution must establish contraband was seized from 'conscious possession' of accused to prove offence under NDPS Act

The court while considering the facts and circumstances of the case stated that section 54 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, NDPS Act comes into play and the Trial Court was justified in drawing the presumption that the accused was in conscious possession.

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Work With Netherlands

Qatar's New Laws For Foreign Investment

1 min

Earthquakes Above Magnitude 5 Strike Philippines

Two earthquakes jolted the Philippines several hours apart on Thursday, authorities said, but there were no immediate reports of injuries or major damage.

1 min

Kathmandu: Fire guts property worth millions

Properties worth millions were destroyed in a fire at a godown of home appliances in Kathmandu.

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Pakistan Govt Expresses Regret Over PTI's 'Rigid' Stance on Talks

The Pakistani government has expressed disappointment over Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf's (PTI) refusal to attend the fourth round of talks unless a judicial commission is formed, calling the opposition party's stance \"rigid,\" as reported by Geo News on Wednesday.

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Pak says US committed to take in large number of Afghan refugees

Pakistan on Thursday said that the US is committed to take in a large number of Afghan refugees now staying in Pakistan, days after the new Trump administration suspended the US Refugee Admissions Programme from January 27 for at least three months.

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Bangladesh: 22 injured in clashes between BNP factions

At least 22 people, including police officers and security personnel, were injured in clashes between two factions of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in Bangladesh's Shyamnagar upazila in Satkhira District on Wednesday, despite Section 144 being imposed by authorities, as reported by the Dhaka Tribune.

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Thailand to Legalise Same-Sex Marriage

Hundreds of same-sex couples are tying the knot in Thailand on Thursday, as the country becomes the first in Southeast Asia to legalize marriage equality, according to a report by CNN.

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Syria Turns to Islamic Law in Effort to Rebuild Assad's Police

Syria's new authorities are using Islamic teachings to train a fledgling police force, a move officers say aims to instill a sense of morality as they race to fill a security vacuum after dismantling ousted president Bashar al-Assad's notoriously corrupt and brutal security forces.

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Israeli Forces Fire on Armed Men in Gaza, Islamic Jihad Operative Killed

In several other instances, masked suspects were spotted approaching soldiers. Troops fired warning shots in the air to distance them.

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S Korea's anti-graft agency hands over martial law probe to prosecutors

South Korea's anti-corruption agency has handed over its investigation into President Yoon Suk Yeol's alleged attempt to impose martial law to the prosecution, urging that he be charged with insurrection and abuse of power, according to a report by Yonhap News Agency.

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UK warns of 'action' as Russian spy ship detected in its area

The UK has warned of \"robust action\" after the Royal Navy tracked Russian spy ships in the English Channel just weeks after it claimed to have caught it \"loitering over\" critical undersea infrastructure in Britain's waters.

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Musk Worked Ramaswamy Out Of Doge Following Differences

A person familiar with Ramaswamy's thinking said they are now on good terms and that \"the reality is that it wasn't possible\" to run for governor and co-lead DOGE \"both at once.\"

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NATO chief Rutte says Europe will pay for US arms for Ukraine

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Thursday urged the United States to keep supplying Ukraine with weapons to fight Russia's invasion and said he was sure Europe was ready to pay the bill.

1 min

Donald Trump's Ukraine Deal vs Putin's Concern Over Russia's Economy

President Vladimir Putin has grown increasingly concerned about distortions in Russia's wartime economy, just as Donald Trump pushes for an end to the Ukraine conflict, five sources with knowledge of the situation told Reuters.

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Slovak Govt Plans Security Measures Around Protests, Citing Coup Risks

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's administration plans measures to prevent long-running public protests from escalating into attempts at overthrowing the government, citing intelligence showing opponents seeking to gain power.

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Trump Announces Potential Tariffs on Chinese Imports Soon

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday announced that the first phase of US tariffs on Chinese imports could be implemented as soon as next week, as reported by Radio Free Asia.

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British Indian peer Alok Sharma to chair UK's Transition Finance Council

Alok Sharma, a British Indian peer in the House of Lords and former president of the UN's COP climate summit, was on Thursday appointed to chair the Transition Finance Council.

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Kapil Sharma, Rajpal Yadav Receive Death Threats via Email

Comedian Kapil Sharma and actor Rajpal Yadav have reportedly received death threats through an email.

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Kapil Sharma, Rajpal Yadav Receive Death Threats Via Email

Comedian Kapil Sharma and actor Rajpal Yadav have reportedly received death threats through an email.

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Star of 'Bling Empire: New York' Reality Show Lynn Ban Passes Away

Lynn Ban, the Singaporean jewellery designer and star of Bling Empire: New York who suffered brain and head injuries in a skiing accident just before Christmas, passed away on Monday apparently as a result of the accident, reported Deadline.

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Ram Gopal Varma Gets 3 Months Jail In Cheque Bounce Case

Filmmaker and screenwriter Ram Gopal Varma has been sentenced to three months in jail in the old cheque bounce case.

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Vikram's 'Veera Dheera Sooran' to Release on March 27

Vikram's Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 will hit screens on March 27, announced the makers on Wednesday.

1 min

Ben Affleck Returns for Action-Packed Sequel in 'The Accountant 2'

Ben Affleck is back on the big screen in the highly anticipated sequel to his 2016 hit action film 'The Accountant'.

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Oscars 2025 To Honour Los Angeles Amid Wildfire Crisis

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has shared exciting updates for the upcoming 2025 Oscars ceremony, set to take place on March 2.

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Boman Irani's directorial 'The Mehta Boys' to be out in February

Boman Irani's directorial debut 'The Mehta Boys' is all set to be out on OTT.

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Prithviraj Jewels Hosts an Exclusive Showcase of Timeless Luxury at Taj Palace

Prithviraj Jewels, celebrated for its luxury craftsmanship, recently hosted an exclusive exhibition at Taj Palace, New Delhi.

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A Complete Guide to Using Henna Cream for Hair Care

Earlier henna lovers would soak the henna overnight in iron utensils, with coffee and tea powders and add herbs like amla, shikakai to get best results; today life has become simpler with henna cream.

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Bollywood Actresses Who Embodied Valor in Uniform: A Republic Day Tribute

Republic Day is a celebration of India's unity, sovereignty, and the values enshrined in our Constitution.

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New Year New Launches!

New Year has come upon all of us in its full spirit and I cannot wait to delve in the new year and try new launches! From makeup to skincare and fragrances, the India market is bustling with new products already and there are some we totally approve of! Read on as we share our top picks for January 2025.

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Faith Can Move Mountains

When it comes to miracles, people have varied opinions.

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How Literature Can Foster Empathy and Understanding

One of the most remarkable aspects of literature is its ability to transport readers into the lives of characters from different backgrounds, time periods, and cultures.

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Handling A Cocktail Of Emotions: Onkar Sharma On Vengeance, Despair, And Hope In His Writing

\"Revenge is a complex emotion\", says author Onkar Sharma.

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MCA Achieves a Unique Record

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) on Thursday achieved the Guinness World Record for the largest cricket ball sentence using 14,505 red and white varieties of the ball here at the Wankhede Stadium.

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Rohit's struggles continue with a 3-run knock in Ranji

Team India captain Rohit Sharma's poor form with the bat continued as he was dismissed for just 3 runs on the opening day of the Ranji Trophy match against Jammu & Kashmir at Mumbai on Thursday.

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Sabalenka in Australian Open final

Beating Badosa 6-4, 6-2, the defending champion now has a chance to win her third Australian Open title. She also extended her winning streak at Melbourne Park to 20 matches.

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Coach Jude vows to play free-flowing hockey

Soorma Hockey Club is a step away from qualifying for the Final of the Women's Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25.

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India Tops Group With Flawless Show

India finished at the top of Group A after blowing away Sri Lanka on Thursday in the Women's Under-19 T20 World Cup 2025.

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Abhishek joins Yuvraj in elite T20 record

Abhishek Sharma engineered an explosive performance and delivered India's second-fastest fifty for India against England (in terms of balls faced) in the T20I format at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

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