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Prime Accused in Mumbai Woman’s Murder Arrested in Jammu

Prime Accused in Mumbai Woman’s Murder Arrested in Jammu

JAMMU: The Crime Branch of Jammu & Kashmir Police has arrested Sher Singh, a native of Hisar, Haryana, in connection...
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J&K LG Announces Reopening of 12 Tourist Spots Closed After Pahalgam Attack

J&K LG Announces Reopening of 12 Tourist Spots Closed After Pahalgam Attack

SRINAGAR: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday announced the reopening of 12 tourist destinations across the Union...
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Legendary MiG-21 Takes Final Flight, Marks End of an Era

Legendary MiG-21 Takes Final Flight, Marks End of an Era

CHANDIGARH: The iconic MiG-21, a mainstay of Indian air power for over six decades, made its final flight on Friday—departing...
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India Points to Trump’s Criticism, Calls Out EU Double Standards on Russian Energy

India Points to Trump’s Criticism, Calls Out EU Double Standards on Russian Energy

NEW DELHI: In response to the European Union's criticism of India’s oil purchases from Russia, the Indian government on Friday...
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OIL Confirms Natural Gas Discovery in Andaman Sea

OIL Confirms Natural Gas Discovery in Andaman Sea

NEW DELHI: India may have made a significant natural gas discovery in the Andaman Sea, as state-run explorer Oil India...
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India Reaffirms Stance on Kashmir, Rejects Third-Party Mediation

India Reaffirms Stance on Kashmir, Rejects Third-Party Mediation

NEW DELHI: In response to Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan once again raising the Kashmir issue at the United Nations...
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Supreme Court Rules Candidates Registered in Multiple Seats Cannot Contest Elections

Supreme Court Rules Candidates Registered in Multiple Seats Cannot Contest Elections

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court ruled on Friday that individuals registered as voters in multiple constituencies are ineligible to contest...
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‘Hybrid Attacks’: Drone Sighting Triggers Fresh Airport Closure in Denmark

‘Hybrid Attacks’: Drone Sighting Triggers Fresh Airport Closure in Denmark

COPENHAGEN: Another suspected drone incursion forced the temporary closure of Aalborg Airport in northern Denmark late Thursday, amid growing concerns...
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India’s Forest Cover Rose Just 2.5% in a Decade, But ‘Very Dense Forests’ Grew by 22.7%: First National Forest Accounting Report

India’s Forest Cover Rose Just 2.5% in a Decade, But ‘Very Dense Forests’ Grew by 22.7%: First National Forest Accounting Report

NEW DELHI: India’s total forest cover increased by a modest 2.5% between 2010-11 and 2021-22, but the 'very dense forest'...
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BSF Foils Infiltration Attempt on International Border, Detains Pakistani National

BSF Foils Infiltration Attempt on International Border, Detains Pakistani National

JAMMU: Border Security Force (BSF) personnel on Thursday foiled an infiltration attempt along the International Border in the RS Pura...
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48 Detained as Calm Returns to Curfew-Hit Leh After Deadly Protest Over Sixth Schedule

48 Detained as Calm Returns to Curfew-Hit Leh After Deadly Protest Over Sixth Schedule

SRINAGAR: Authorities in Leh detained 48 individuals during early morning raids on Thursday, a day after four protesters were killed...
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EC Revises Postal Ballot Counting Rules, To Begin With Bihar Assembly Polls

EC Revises Postal Ballot Counting Rules, To Begin With Bihar Assembly Polls

NEW DELHI: The Election Commission (EC) on Thursday announced a significant change to the counting process for postal ballots, mandating...
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Drunk Driving a Grave Threat to Public Safety, Says Punjab & Haryana HC

Drunk Driving a Grave Threat to Public Safety, Says Punjab & Haryana HC

CHANDIGARH: The Punjab and Haryana High Court has strongly condemned drunk driving, calling it a serious threat to public safety...
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Poverty Remains Primary Driver of Child Marriage, New Report Finds

Poverty Remains Primary Driver of Child Marriage, New Report Finds

NEW DELHI: A new report highlights poverty as the most significant factor driving child marriage, with 91% of respondents citing...
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Criminal Law Cannot Be Used to Settle Personal Scores, Says Supreme Court

Criminal Law Cannot Be Used to Settle Personal Scores, Says Supreme Court

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court has reiterated that criminal law should not be misused as a tool for settling personal...
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PM Modi Urges Officials to Tackle Project Delays Without Waiting for His Review

PM Modi Urges Officials to Tackle Project Delays Without Waiting for His Review

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has instructed top bureaucrats and state chief secretaries to proactively address delays in infrastructure...
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School Dropout Rates Cut in Half Over Two Years, Government Report Shows

School Dropout Rates Cut in Half Over Two Years, Government Report Shows

NEW DELHI: India has achieved a remarkable reduction in school dropout rates, according to a new report by the Ministry...
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For first time in 6 decades, Syrian president addresses UNGA

For first time in 6 decades, Syrian president addresses UNGA

UNITED NATIONS: Syrian president Ahmad al-Sharaa on Wednesday addressed the UN General Assembly, becoming the first head of state from...
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K’taka HC dismisses X plea, upholds govt’s power to regulate social media

K’taka HC dismisses X plea, upholds govt’s power to regulate social media

BENGALURU: The Karnataka high court on Wednesday rejected a petition filed by Elon Musk’s X Corp challenging the Centre’s content...
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SC pulls up govt: Why hasn’t Beant Singh’s assassin been executed or commuted?

SC pulls up govt: Why hasn’t Beant Singh’s assassin been executed or commuted?

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday questioned the Union government for opposing consideration of Balwant Singh Rajoana’s plea for...
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