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    Bangladesh spooked by BJP sweep in Assam, Bengal, puts border on alert

    Following the BJP’s sweep in West Bengal and Assam and India doubling down on its “core issue” of the repatriation of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants, Dhaka has put its international border on alert. The move by Dhaka suggests Bangladesh fears that the BJP’s electoral victories in the border states could translate into more aggressive “push-ins” from India. Even…
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      Woman survives knife attack by husband on B’luru road

      A 27-year-old woman was saved from a knife attack in Bengaluru by passersby who overpowered her alleged assailant, her husband, amid reported domestic discord. A 27-year-old woman escaped a possible fatal attack after passersby intervened and overpowered a man who allegedly assaulted her with a knife on a busy road on the outskirts of Bengaluru, police said…
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        Rajasthan: Second Woman Dies After Kidney Failure Linked To C-Section Deliveries In Kota’s New Medical Hospital

        A second woman linked to the C-section delivery case at Kota’s New Medical Hospital died on Thursday. Jyoti, 20, reportedly suffered kidney failure after surgery in the hospital’s gynaecology ward. Earlier, Payal, 28, died on May 5. Relatives staged a protest demanding action, while District Collector Piyush Samariya said a technical inquiry into the incident is underway.…
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          Summerville Shooting: Multiple Victims Near Cane Bay Boulevard Publix, Suspect Flees Toward Elementary School

          At least three people were reportedly injured in a shooting near a Publix in Cane Bay Boulevard, Summerville, South Carolina, before the suspect fled toward a nearby elementary school. Multiple people were injured in a shooting Thursday night in the Cane Bay community near a Publix and McDonald’s in Summerville, South Carolina, according to emergency dispatch reports…
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            7,000 Villages, 100 Papers, 1 Huge Honour: Meet Krithi K. Karanth, First Indian To Win Massive Global Conservation Award

              Conservationist Krithi Karanth has become the first Indian to be named the 2026 Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year for her wildlife work. Krithi K. Karanth has spent years working closely with wildlife and the people living around forests in India. From helping farmers deal with crop damage caused by animals to teaching children how…
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              ‘It’s A Cold-Blooded Murder’: Suvendu Adhikari Reacts To Close Aide Chandranath Rath’s Killing

              Adhikari termed the killing a “cold-blooded murder” as police began probing the role of bike-borne attackers and a suspicious car. West Bengal BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday termed the killing of his close aide Chandranath Rath a “cold-blooded murder”, hours after the latter was shot dead in Madhyamgram in North 24 Parganas district. Speaking to reporters…
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                T.N. Governor asks TVK chief Vijay to produce proof of support of majority MLAs; Congress says ‘yes’ but AIADMK ‘no’

                The TVK has emerged as the single largest party in Tamil Nadu Assembly, winning 108 seats in the 234-member House; DMK’s allies CPI(M), CPI, and VCK, which have won two seats each, are yet to decide on support; IUML has refused backing Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar is learnt to have asked Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president…
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                  Founder Shares How Her Team Uses Slack Statuses To Handle Burnout: ‘We Realised That We Are Not Warriors’

                  A founder shared how her remote team uses Slack statuses like “grind,” “normal,” and “survival” mode to manage workload and avoid burnout at work. A founder has started a discussion online after sharing how her remote team uses Slack statuses to show how they are feeling during the workday. The idea, she explained, helps employees avoid burnout…
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                    TMC alleges bulldozer action at party office by BJP supporters, claims central forces ordered to ‘let it happen’

                    Taking a jibe at BJP’s ‘poriborton’ (change) slogan, the TMC said that the change has arrived with bulldozer. Tensions in West Bengal refuse to die down after announcement of election results, as Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress has alleged ‘bulldozer action’ by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which recently won with huge margin in the state. The TMC…
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                      ‘More Than 100 Seats Stolen In Bengal’: Rahul Gandhi Slams BJP, EC After Landslide Victory In WB, Assam; Alleges ‘Repeated Playbook’

                      Rahul Gandhi also claimed that they have witnessed the same playbook before. He cited the examples of Madhya Pradesh, Haryana and Maharashtra. He also claimed that the votes were stolen in the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 as well. Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi came down heavily on the Bharatiya Janata…
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                        ‘I Was Raped’: Inside Chirayu Rana’s Viral AI Confession About A Male Boss Before His Case Against Lorna Hajdini

                        Ex-JPMorgan employee Chirayu Rana faces scrutiny after AI chat reveals inconsistencies in his harassment claims, as internal probes find no supporting evidence A former employee of JPMorgan Chase has come under renewed scrutiny after reports revealed that he had described similar allegations on an online legal chatbot months before formally accusing a senior executive of sexual harassment.…
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                          ‘People Of Bengal Have Rejected TMC’: West Bengal BJP Chief Samik Bhattacharya Exudes Confidence As Counting Begins

                          As counting for 293 West Bengal assembly seats began, BJP leaders expressed strong confidence in securing a landslide victory. State president Samik Bhattacharya claimed voters had rejected the ruling TMC and Mamata Banerjee. BJP candidates echoed the sentiment, asserting that people voted for change, while TMC aims for a fourth consecutive term. West Bengal BJP president Samik…
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                            Rallies, shutdowns in Manipur mark third anniversary of ethnic violence

                            In commemoration of the day, Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities organised the third anniversary separately in their respective dominant districts of Manipur. Rallies and shutdowns on Sunday in both Kuki-Zo and Meitei-dominated areas marked the third anniversary of ethnic violence, erupted on May 3, 2023 that claimed over 260 lives and displaced more than 60,000, followed by the…
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                              India rejects Nepal’s objection to pilgrimage via Lipulekh Pass

                              Regarding the territorial claims of Nepal, MEA said that India has maintained that these claims are “neither justified nor based on historical facts.” India on Sunday rejected Nepal’s objection to the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra being conducted via Lipulekh Pass in Uttarakhand, saying Kathmandu’s claim on the region was not justified or based on historical facts. Earlier on…
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                                UP madrasa video exposes fake biometric attendance system using plastic cards

                                A video from a state-aided madrasa in Barabanki allegedly shows teachers’ attendance being marked with plastic cards instead of biometric verification. The footage has raised questions over oversight, prompted scrutiny by the NHRC and led officials to order an enquiry. A fresh case of alleged fake biometric attendance in Uttar Pradesh’s state-aided madrasas has surfaced from Barabanki,…
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                                  No Shield For Nida Khan In TCS Case: Why Nashik Court Rejected Pre-Arrest Bail Despite Pregnancy Plea

                                  As Nida Khan remains absconding, three police teams are reportedly conducting searches across various parts of Maharashtra to secure her arrest In a significant setback for Nida Khan, a prime accused in the alleged Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) harassment and religious conversion scandal, a Nashik sessions court on Saturday rejected her anticipatory bail application. The court’s decision…
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                                    What Is Operation Global Hunt? India Unleashes Biggest Fugitive Chase With Interpol

                                    Indian security forces have initiated Operation Global Hunt, a collaborative effort with Interpol aimed at apprehending criminals who flee abroad after committing crimes in India, particularly in relation to international drug syndicates. Indian security forces have launched a major joint operation with Interpol to dismantle international drug syndicates and crack down on fugitives who commit crimes in…
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                                      Heatwave In India, UAE Exits OPEC, Exit Poll Results, US Fed Policy, April Auto Sales — The Week That Was

                                      Amid the current geopolitical trends and volatile movement of financial indicators, several high-stakes developments kept the week buzzing for the global economy and domestic market. The last week of April witnessed a host of significant developments that could shape the next few weeks of the new fiscal 2026-27 (FY27). Amid the current geopolitical trends and volatile movement…
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                                        5,000-Year-Old Vedic Text Goes Digital: Hyderabad Startup Reinvents Astrology for the Smartphone Age

                                        This unique application is based on the Brihat Parashara Hora Shastra, diverging from typical astrology platforms that use machine learning. In an unusual blend of ancient knowledge and modern technology, Hyderabad-based Aja AstroTech Pvt Ltd has launched a mobile application, Dosha Nivarana (DNA), that translates classical Vedic astrology principles into a digital format for everyday users. Aja…
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                                          2,400 Companies, 5 DGs, 21 States: The Bengal Election That Emptied Delhi’s Security Headquarters

                                          The total deployment figure—2,400 companies—had never been seen before for a state election, anywhere for Assembly elections ever. It all started with a missive in March from the Ministry of Home Affairs addressed to West Bengal’s Chief Secretary, Home Secretary, and Director General of Police, carrying the months-long crux of meetings on the West Bengal polls. What…
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                                            Mamata Banerjee’s Visit To Strongroom, Trinamool’s Protest: Late-Night EVM Drama In Bengal

                                            With just two days left for counting in the high-stakes Assembly elections, the Trinamool alleged that the ballot boxes were opened without the presence of authorised party representatives. Bengal witnessed a late-night drama on Thursday amid Trinamool Congress’ (TMC) concerns over alleged tampering of electronic voting machines (EVMs), with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee spending hours inside a…
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                                              4 Exit Polls Give BJP Edge In West Bengal, 2 To Trinamool Congress

                                              West Bengal has been the most closely contested poll in this election cycle. The ballots have been cast in India’s most hotly contested political battleground, and the only question on everyone’s mind is whether the BJP’s sustained project to breach Mamata Banerjee’s fortress of West Bengal has finally been successful. Exit polls indicate that it has. While…
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                                                Exciting Summer Activities For Your Kids; It’s Time For Them To Step Out & Have Fun!

                                                From creative arts at NCPA’s Summer Fiesta to yoga camps, nature trails, heritage walks at Kanheri Caves, and Bandra explorations, Mumbai offers exciting summer activities for kids. These programs combine fun with learning, helping children build creativity, fitness, and curiosity while making the most of their vacation beyond screens and routine indoor play. If you’re already hearing…
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                                                  US returns 657 stolen artefacts worth $14 million to India

                                                  The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has returned 657 stolen artefacts worth nearly $14 million to India after trafficking investigations. The restitution highlights the scale of cultural theft linked to international smuggling networks. The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has returned 657 antiquities, collectively valued at nearly $14 million, to India following multiple investigations into international trafficking networks. District…
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                                                    India pulls off a power miracle. A big thanks to the Sun

                                                    India touched an all-time peak power demand without any shortage, and it was solar that stepped up at the most critical hour, supplying nearly 21% of the electricity. This moment underscores a quiet but decisive shift that the sun is no longer just a supplement but a key driver of India’s energy resilience. When India’s power demand…
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                                                      Taj Mahal Inside Reel Goes Viral! Contract Worker Sacked For Filming Video In Restricted Minaret Area, ASI Tightens Security Norms

                                                      A contract sanitation worker at the Taj Mahal was dismissed after filming a reel from a restricted minaret and posting it on Instagram. The ASI said the worker accessed the area without permission. Following the breach, authorities imposed stricter rules, including a ban on mobile phones and photography in sensitive zones of the monument. A contract sanitation…
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                                                        $15 Billion Google AI Data Centre In Vizag: Jeet Adani, Rakesh Mittal Hail India’s New Digital Gateway

                                                        A $15 billion Google AI data centre project was launched near Visakhapatnam, with Adani Group and Airtel as key partners. Jeet Adani and Rakesh Bharti Mittal said the project will boost infrastructure, energy, and connectivity, positioning the city as a digital gateway and major hub in India’s fast-growing AI ecosystem. Adani Group Director Jeet Adani and Bharti…