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Debut of Pasmanda Muslim in Modi ministry possible in the next reshuffle
Amid Opposition criticism over the lack of a Muslim face in the Union ministry, the BJP-led NDA government is reportedly looking to address it in the upcoming reshuffle, expected between May and July.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Bargarh Hosts Thought-Provoking Event Honoring Odisha’s Illustrious Sons on the 12th Day of Odia Language Celebration
As part of the 12th-day observance of the Odia Bhasa Paksha (Odia Language Fortnight), a vibrant event celebrating Odisha’s iconic figures was held at PM Shri Girls’ High School in Bargarh.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Tiruchy sees spike in drug-resistant Madras Eye cases; doctors warn of severe complications
There is a spike in conjunctivitis, popularly known as Madras Eye, in Tiruchy as summer is peaking. Doctors attribute it to the virus becoming drug resistant.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Siemens CEO, family killed in 'tragic' NY helicopter crash
Six people including three children were killed after a sightseeing helicopter crashed into the Hudson River in New York on Thursday, sparking a major water rescue operation, authorities said.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Blood Donation held at VD University: 72 Units Collected
Bureau Head ( PKB )12/ 4/25: A mega blood donation camp was on Friday organized at Vikram Dev University, Jeypore in Koraput District of Odisha. The camp which was jointly conducted by YRC, NCC and NSS _ for the celebration of Odia Pakhya collected 72 units as stated by NCC Officer, VD University Captain Dr. Lakshman Patra.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Hyderabad plans 2.5 km bridge over Mir Alam Tank, island zones to mirror Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay
The state government will build a bridge spanning 2.5 km across the Mir Alam Tank in Hyderabad and develop three island zones there in the style of Gardens by the Bay in Singapore.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
CCMC launches Rs 6.63 crore drive to rejuvenate 376 parks across Coimbatore
In a move to rejuvenate green spaces across the city, the Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) has rolled out an ambitious maintenance drive covering public parks in all 100 wards across five zones.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
'Long-overdue moment of justice': US Secretary of State Rubio on Rana extradition; Jaishankar calls it a ‘big step’
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has welcomed the extradition of Tahawwur Rana to India, calling it a longoverdue moment of justice for the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks.Rana, a Canadian citizen of Pakistan origin, accused of helping orchestrate the 2008 attacks, was handed over to Indian authorities was formally arrested by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) Thursday evening.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Restriction clamped in Odisha's Nabarangpur tribal village
Prohibitory orders were imposed during Thakurani Jatra after palpable tension prevailed in Turudihi village in Raighar block of Nabarangpur.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Mohamed Salah set to complete decade-long stay at Liverpool after signing new two-year contract
Mohamed Salah’s trophy-laden spell with Liverpool is set to extend to a decade after the prolific Egypt forward signed a new contract with the Premier League leader, ending months of uncertainty over his future.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Mumbai terror attacks plotter Tahawwur Rana appears mentally stable as NIA begins grilling him
When Tahawwur Rana, the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused, who was extradited to India on Thursday, was taken from his cell at the NIA headquarters to the interrogation room in the same building on Friday, he was mentally stable indicating that he has come to terms with his extradition, sources said.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Toys in the line of fire: Children caught in US-China tariff war
(RNS, 12-04-25)Armed with only teddy bears and snack demands, children might end up paying the price for the great US-China tariffs trade war that has now been unleashed.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
SC asks Centre, Bihar on measures against encroachments along Ganga
Concerned with the alarming state of encroachments on the banks of the Ganga River, the Supreme Court has asked the Centre and Bihar governments to file status reports on the steps taken to clear illegal constructions on its banks.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Army JCO killed in LoC encounter in Jammu's Akhnoor; infiltration bid foiled
A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) of the Army was killed in an encounter with terrorists along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Akhnoor sector here, but their infiltration bid was thwarted, officials said on Saturday.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Oscars to add stunt design award for its 100th ceremony
After many years of impassioned calls for an Oscar recognizing the art of the stunt, the film academy has decided to give it an official award.
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Apr 13, 2025
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DRDO successfully conducts release trials of glide bomb Gaurav
BHUBANESHWAR (RNS, 12-04-25): India successfully conducted release trials of long range glide bomb (LRGB) ‘Gaurav' from a fighter aircraft paving its early deployment for engagement of targets from outside the range of standard anti-aircraft defences.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
ASI To Complete Ratna Bhandar Repairs Before Ratha Yatra 2025: SJTA Chief
The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) Puri Circle is expected to complete the repair and conservation work of the Ratna Bhandar at Shree Jagannath Temple at Puri ahead of the annual Ratha Yatra in 2025.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Missing in action at Chepauk: Identity, creativity and energy
ERM. Hmmm. Oh. Meh. These may be the only words or expressions to accurately capture the three hours inside the MA Chidambaram Stadium from 7.30 PM.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Ayushman Bharat Rolls Out New Health Cards in Bargarh: Launch of Ayushman Bayo Scheme: 10.31 Lakh to Benefit
Bargarh: Corrosp.,11.04.25: A district-level programme marking the distribution of new Ayushman Bharat health cards and the launch of the Ayushman Bayo Yojana was organized today at the Goru Market ground in Bargarh. The event was part of the government's broader effort to expand access to quality healthcare under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY).
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Apr 13, 2025
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More BJD leaders question Naveen Patnaik’s defense of VK Pandian, diktat on meeting
The line of dissenters within the BJD is getting longer with two more senior leaders openly countering party president Naveen Patnaik for giving a clean chit to former bureaucrat and politician VK Pandian over his alleged role in influencing the voting decision of the party MPs on Waqf Bill in the Rajya Sabha.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Over 110 arrested in Murshidabad in violence over Waqf Act; raids on in other districts: WB Police
Over 110 people were arrested in connection with the violence that broke out in the Muslim-dominated Murshidabad district of West Bengal during a protest over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, police said Saturday.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Odisha Yatri to be integrated with Ama Bus service, OTDC
The state government is planning to integrate ‘Odisha Yatri’ ride-booking app with Ama Bus service and OTDC to create a one-stop interface for citizens and tourists alike.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Gold hits record high; US dollar, stocks tank as panic over Trump tariffs returns
The dollar tumbled with most stocks while gold hit a fresh record high as panic gripped markets again on Friday after Donald Trump admitted that his global tariff blitz could see \"a transition cost.\"
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Apr 13, 2025
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Congress wants to replace Telangana CM Revanth but not finding suitable leader: BJP MP Arvind
Nizamabad BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind has made a sensational claim that the Congress high command was considering replacing A Revanth Reddy as the chief minister but not finding a suitable replacement to take over the reins in the state.
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Apr 13, 2025
NF Times
Comfortable Knight for Narine & Co against CSK at Chepauk
Bad turned to worse for Chennai Super Kings, a team who has seemed to run out of ideas in the Indian Premier League so far this season. In front of jam-packed loyal fans at MA Chidambaram Stadium here on Friday, the team that is considered to be a giant in the decorated league, slumped to their fifth successive loss of the season. Up against Kolkata Knight Riders, the five-time champions put up a meek batting performance to suffer a big defeat.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Allu Arjun and Atlee team up for massive sci-fi film, announced by Sun Pictures
Sun Pictures has officially announced a new film starring Allu Arjun and directed by Atlee, marking their first collaboration.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Five people killed in fire at aluminium foil manufacturing factory in Nagpur
A fire broke out in an aluminum foil manufacturing unit in Umred MIDC in the Nagpur district, as per the fire department.
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Apr 13, 2025
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JP Nadda Launches Ayushman Bharat In Odisha
Union Health Minister JP Nadda today launched the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in Odisha during a state-level event held at the Bali Jatra ground in Cuttack.The scheme will be implemented in tandem with the Odisha government’s Gopabandhu Jan Arogya Yojana (GJAY), following a Memorandum of Understanding signed between the Centre and the state.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Annamalai likely to get key national role as Nainar Nagenthran named TN BJP chief
Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai is almost certain to receive a prominent national organisational role within the party soon, with the appointment of new Tamil Nadu BJP president.
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Apr 13, 2025
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Macron says Europe must ‘mobilise all levers’ as US tariffs pause ‘fragile’
French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that the reduction of US tariffs on the EU to 10 percent was a \"fragile pause\", and Europe must therefore \"mobilise all available levers to protect itself\".
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