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Odisha HC grants bail to DRDO espionage case accused after nearly four years in jail
The Orissa High Court has granted bail to Basanta Kumar Behera, a key accused in the high-profile espionage case involving the alleged leak of classified defence information from the Integrated Test Range (ITR) of DRDO at Chandipur in Balasore district.
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July 09, 2025
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China in sight, PM Modi urges BRICS to thwart 'weaponisation' of critical minerals
With China’s dominance over global rare earth supplies looming large, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday issued a pointed call for BRICS nations to ensure that critical mineral supply chains remain secure, reliable, and free from geopolitical coercion.
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July 09, 2025
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China extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries to draw tourists
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels.
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July 09, 2025
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Mbappe drops harassment complaint against PSG:
What were the allegations about?
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July 09, 2025
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Prod to women panel over MLA remark as BJD seeks action against BJP's Santosh Khatua
(Corresp., 08-07-25) A delegation of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Monday urged the state commission for women to initiate an inquiry against Nilagiri BJP MLA Santosh Khatua for allegedly making derogatory remarks against a senior woman leader of the party.
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July 09, 2025
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Luka Modric move to AC Milan confirmed by new coach Allegri
Real Madrid's Croatia captain Luka Modric will join AC Milan after the Club World Cup, the Serie A club's newly appointed manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed on Monday.
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July 09, 2025
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Jalaka river in spate, flood fear in Basta
Flood fear has gripped residents of low-lying areas in Basta block of Balasore district after the water level in Jalaka river hovered around the danger mark at Mathani on Monday morning.
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July 09, 2025
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CJI rues shift from 'bail is rule' doctrine amid concerns over prolonged undertrial detention
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai has rued the fact that the decades-old phrase “bail is the rule and jail is an exception”, coined by former Supreme Court judge V.R. Krishna Iyer, is increasingly being forgotten.
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July 09, 2025
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ZTOP IoT Solutions Launches “Jaga Katha”: An Al-Generated Music Video Series Exploring the Untold Stories of Puri Dham
In a remarkable fusion of technology and tradition, Odisha-based deep-tech startup ZTOP IoT Solutions Private Limited has unveiled its latest cultural initiative — Jaga Katha, an Al-generated music video series that brings to life the hidden legends, forgotten customs, and mystical tales of Puri Dham and Mahaprabhu Jagannath.
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July 09, 2025
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US to seal major trade deal with India soon, announces Trump
President Donald Trump has announced that the United States is close to finalising a trade agreement with India.
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July 09, 2025
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Key operative of Bishnoi gang arrested in Punjab
An alleged key operative of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang has been arrested, a top Punjab Police officer said on Tuesday.
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July 09, 2025
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BRICS vital for inclusive multilateralism, says Sitharaman
(RNS, 08-07-25) Even as US President Donald Trump threatened to levy an additional 10% import duty on goods from any country aligning with anti-US policies of BRICS, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Monday stressed that BRICS is a vital platform for advancing inclusive multilateralism.
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July 09, 2025
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ICC appoints Sanjog Gupta as its new CEO
Indian media mogul Sanjog Gupta was on Monday named the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Jay Shah-led International Cricket Council (ICC) following an elaborate recruitment process which began in March this year.
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July 08, 2025
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Khalistani terrorist Happy Passia, wanted in 14 grenade attacks across Punjab, likely to be extradited from US
Happy Passia, an alleged mastermind of 14 grenade attacks across Punjab and a wanted notorious gangster-turned-Khalistani terrorist is likely to be extradited from the United States to India.
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July 08, 2025
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IBC not above PMLA: NCLAT
Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code cannot override the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), said appellate tribunal NCLAT, adding assets of an debt-ridden firm once attached by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) and confirmed by competent authority cannot be released for its resolution.
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July 08, 2025
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Chirag Paswan says he will contest Bihar polls, backs demand for domicile policy in government jobs
Union minister and Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) supremo Chirag Paswan on Sunday announced that he would contest forthcoming elections in Bihar \"for the sake of a better future of state\" while addressing a rally in Bihar's Saran district.
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July 08, 2025
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Small farmers need at least $75b to adapt to climate shocks: IFAD President
Investments worth around $75 billion is required for small-scale farmers in India to adapt to the impact of climate change and bringing finance to rural areas is a critical challenge ahead for rural communities across the world and in India, President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Alvaro Lario said. In an interview to PTI, Lario said for IFAD in India, the three big questions are, “how do we make agriculture more remunerative for farmers, how do we enhance productivity at the same time as we're tackling a lot of the climate shocks and how do we move from food security to nutrition security.”
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July 08, 2025
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Delhi HC rejects Turkish firm Celebi's plea against security clearance revocation on national security grounds
The Delhi High Court on Monday dismissed Turkish firm Celebi’s challenge to the revocation of its security clearance by India’s aviation security regulator, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), citing national security concerns.
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July 08, 2025
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Indian markets kick off on a volatile yet cautious note
The Indian equity markets kicked off this week on a volatile yet cautious tone, with investors in a wait-and-watch mode ahead of key global events.
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July 08, 2025
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Not chief, but member of AICC OBC body: CM Siddaramaiah
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s office on Sunday clarified that he is not the chief of the AICC OBC wing advisory council, but is one of the members and is responsible for hosting its first meeting in Bengaluru on July 15.
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July 08, 2025
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OPPO India Launches Reno14 Series with 3.5x Telephoto Camera and much more
OPPO India has launched the Reno14 Series, delivering a complete smartphone experience for users who demand performance, power, and precision in every feature.
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July 08, 2025
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Passengers cheer as Southern Railway advances chart preparation 8 hours in advance
Southern Railway on Saturday began preparing reservation charts eight hours ahead of a train’s scheduled departure. As a result, rail passengers with waitlisted tickets on intercity trains such as the Kovai Express, Vaigai, Pallavan, Brindavan, Madurai Tejas, Lalbagh Express, as well as Vande Bharat and Shatabdi Express, departing between 5.40 am and 7.30 am from their respective originating stations, will now receive their ticket status by 9 pm to. 9.30 pm on the previous day.
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July 08, 2025
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Myanmar clashes force thousands to flee to India
(RNS, 07-07-25) Heavy fighting in war-torn Myanmar has forced nearly 4,000 people to flee into India in the last four days, Indian officials in the northeastern state of Mizoram said Monday.
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July 08, 2025
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Timely Action Prevents Child Marriage in Attabira:Bargarh
In a significant move to uphold children's rights, a child marriage scheduled to take place on July 4, 2025, at Attabira Block in Bargarh district was successfully prevented by a prompt and coordinated response from the District Child Protection Unit (DCPU), Child Helpline 1098, and associated authorities.
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July 08, 2025
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Borosil Renewables gains 4.3% after German subsidiary files for insolvency
Shares of Borosil Renewables Ltd., jumped 4.30% to Rs 518.50 a unit on Monday (July 7) at 10.56 AM, following the announcement that its German subsidiary, GMB Glasmanufaktur Brandenburg GmbH, has filed for insolvency in a German court.
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July 08, 2025
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Millers announce to stop milling till demands are met in Odisha
Rice millers registered with the state for custom-milling of paddy procured under minimum support price (MSP) have decided to suspend further milling till the government comes out with a firm commitment to meet their demands.
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July 08, 2025
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Horoscope Today, 08 July 2025: Check here Astrological prediction for all sun signs
You will receive attractive proposals and opportunities. Happiness and prosperity will increase in the family. The arrival of esteemed individuals will occur. You will receive attractive proposals and opportunities. You will achieve important goals. You will keep your promises. You will emphasize on cultural traditions. You will move forward with confidence.
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July 08, 2025
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Project in works to digitise 50 crore pages of rare manuscripts: Centre
The Culture ministry has kick started a project to preserve and digitise nearly 50 crore pages of rare manuscripts under the Gyan Bharatam Mission.
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July 08, 2025
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Two hundred year old village, no school, no anganwadi, drinking water problem, thirst quenched with canal water, village in darkness
People are still living in a neglected condition in Angul district. People are facing many problems like drinking water, schools, Anganwadi, electricity. No matter how many complaints people make, they do not listen. One such village is Salar, which is located inside the Satkoshia Sanctuary. According to the information received, Salar village of Patthar Kot Gram Panchayat is located inside the Satkoshia Sanctuary in Angul district. Two hundred people in thirty Rish families are living in the village. There are more than 130 voters, and more than two hundred people are living there. This village also has the name of Rajsva village. But till date, people have not received basic amenities. Only a pitched road has been built in the village. The village has
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July 08, 2025
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Global South a victim of double standards, denied seat at decision-making table: PM Modi at BRICS Summit
The Global South has often been a victim of \"double standards\" and nations that make major contributions to the world economy are deprived of a seat at the decision-making table, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday as he pressed for urgent reforms of the key bodies, including the UN Security Council.
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