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Palestinian groups back technocratic Gaza govt
Palestinian factions, including Hamas and Fatah, have announced an agreement to establish a temporary, independent body of technocrats to administer the Gaza Strip in the aftermath of the Gaza conflict.
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October 26, 2025
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In emotional speech, Zohran Mamdani defends Muslim identity against ‘racist and baseless’ attacks
Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor, pledged Friday to further embrace his Muslim identity in response to growing attacks by former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and his surrogates that he characterised as \"racist and baseless.
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October 26, 2025
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The toxic night of lights: Understanding Diwali and its air and noise pollution
Every Diwali, the glowing lights across India's cities honour the timeless triumph of light over darkness. Yet beneath each sparkler and booming firecracker lies the harsh truth is written in the very air we breathe. Across the metro cities of India, the festival of lights too often signals a spike in pollution so steep it now routinely surpasses safety thresholds many times over. As the Supreme Court of India in October 2025 allowed limited use of certified \"green\" crackers under strict conditions, the question looming over us: can tradition be honoured without compromising our children's lungs, our elders' health and the environment that sustains us?
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October 26, 2025
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Trump’s Asia return and East Timor’s entry take spotlight in landmark ASEAN summit
Southeast Asian foreign ministers held talks Saturday ahead of a landmark ASEAN summit that will formally welcome East Timor as the bloc's 11th member and mark US President Donald Trump's first trip to Asia since returning to the White House.
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October 26, 2025
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Chhath festival begins in UP
The four-day-long Chhath festival begins today in Uttar Pradesh with Nahay-Khaay, celebrated with great religious fervor.
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October 26, 2025
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Measured Relief
The latest inflation reading in the United States offers a rare moment of calm in a year of conflicting economic signals.
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October 26, 2025
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Empowering women
The participation ofwomenin rural development is essential forbuildingastrongeconomy andsociety. Women arevitalfor the sustainable development of rural areas, bringingadded valuetolocal communities. They are frequently the driving force behind innovation, diversification, andthe development ofnew opportunities. In short, women give life to rural areas. When ruralwomen are empowered, entire communities benefit
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October 26, 2025
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The family that lights for Kali
On the night of Kali Puja, the old Haldar bari in Bowbazar glows in candlelight.
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October 26, 2025
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Police arrest accused Prashant Bankar in doctor’s suicide case
Police in Maharashtra's Satara district arrested one accused on Saturday in connection with the death of a female doctor who allegedly committed suicide after being repeatedly raped by a police officer and being pressurised by an MP to falsify medical reports of accused in cases.
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October 26, 2025
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The Rohit-Kohli show gets India home for one 'final' time in Australia
“Thank you, Australia” -the words echoed through the capacity crowd at the Sydney Cricket Ground as Rohit Sharma (121 not out) and Virat Kohli (74 not out), the heartbeat of Indian cricket for over a decade, stood tall one last time on Australian soil, with their 19th century partnership in ODIs guiding India to a commanding nine-wicket win and helping the Men-in-Blue avoid a 3-0 whitewash.
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October 26, 2025
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Two Australian women cricketers molested in Indore
Cricket Australia confirmed on Saturday that two of the Australian women's team members, currently participating in the ongoing ICC Women's World Cup in Indore, were molested and \"touched inappropriately\" while walking to a cafe in the city on Thursday.
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October 26, 2025
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What makes DDLJ such a darling even after 30 years?
(Filmmaker and critics respond)
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October 26, 2025
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RBI plans banks to fund corporate buyouts with stricter safeguards
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed to permit banks to extend loans to Indian companies for acquiring full or controlling stakes in domestic or overseas firms as part of strategic investments aimed at creating long-term value.
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October 26, 2025
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Illegal commercial complex razed in Meerut on SC orders
A 35-year-old commercial complex, built illegally on a plot originally allotted for residential purposes, has been demolished here on the directive of the Supreme Court.
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October 26, 2025
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Ras Al Khaimah: 'Nature Emirati' at its picturesque best!
'Ahlan wa sahlan', the Arabian welcome phrase, literally means \"you are among family and ease\". The Arabic hospitality embodies a deep sense of belongingness and congeniality.
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October 26, 2025
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Pentagon sending aircraft carrierto LA
The US military is sending the Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group and embarked carrier air wing to the US Southern Command area of responsibility, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell announced on social media Friday.
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October 26, 2025
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FESTIVAL MEMORIES
NOW AND AGAIN
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October 26, 2025
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Raj Thackeray, Raut discuss MVA rally
Uddhav Thackeray-led Shiv Sena Rajya Sabha MP and chief party spokesperson Sanjay Raut met Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) founder Raj Thackeray on Saturday to chalk out plans to ensure that the November 1 rally of all Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) opposition parties will witness a huge attendance, which will rattle the EC.
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October 26, 2025
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El Clásico showdown: Real Madrid and Barcelona clash at the Bernabéu in a title-defining battle of pride and revenge
Sunday's encounter between Real Madrid and Barcelona is far more than a routine league fixture ~ it’s the iconic ElClasico, and the stakes could hardly be higher.
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October 26, 2025
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Facebook, Reliance to invest ₹855 cr in AI joint venture
Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has announced incorporating a step-down subsidiary called Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL) to invest in enterprise-level artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.
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October 26, 2025
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Naval commanders’ meet focuses on readiness, security
Naval Commanders deliberated on issues of operational preparedness, maritime security, capability development, and Tri-Service integration during the second edition of the biannual Naval Commanders' Conference 2025 which concluded at the Nausena Bhawan, here on Friday.
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October 26, 2025
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Law Ministry, National Archives begin preservation of 25-year-old records
The Ministry of Law and Justice has started working with Director General, National Archives of India (NAI) for the transfer and preservation of departmental records/files that are more than 25 years old, an official said on Saturday.
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October 26, 2025
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HM blames Lalu regime for crime surge, industry exodus
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched a blistering attack on RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav's regime at a massive rally in Khagaria on Saturday, blaming the erstwhile government for rampant crime in the state.
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October 26, 2025
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Mayawatito revive BAMCEF; meeting on1 November
Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati has taken a key step to strengthen her party's organization ahead of the Mission 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections.
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October 26, 2025
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Time for the world to reinforce trust in UN
United Nations Day, celebrated each year on October 24, commemorates the entry into force of the United Nations Charter in 1945 - a document born out of the ruins of World War II with the solemn promise \"to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war.\" Marking eighty years in 2025, this day stands as both a celebration and a moment of reckoning.
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October 26, 2025
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MP CM orders ban on carbide guns after Diwali eye injuries
Following multiple incidents of serious eye injuries among children, youth, and other citizens during Diwali due to locally made 'carbide guns', Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav visited Hamidia Hospital in Bhopal to meet the patients.
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October 26, 2025
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Piyush Goyal meets Siemens Energy executive to strengthen collaboration
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal met Anne-Laure Parrical de Chammard, Member of the Executive Board of Siemens Energy, in Berlin to explore ways to enhance cooperation in developing reliable, affordable and sustainable energy systems.
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October 26, 2025
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New Delhi condemns Pak rights violations in PoK
India has strongly rebuked Pakistan for once again raising the Kashmir issue at the United Nations, asserting that democracy remains an alien concept for Islamabad.
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October 26, 2025
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PM-SHRI row in Kerala deepens as CPI seeks scheme withdrawal
Even as the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) gears up to campaign for what the CPI(M) calls the 'Third Pinarayi Government', the alliance is reeling under its most serious \"internal crisis\" over the State's decision to sign the Centre's PM-SHRI scheme.
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October 26, 2025
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Six-year-oldkidnapped & murdered in Kanpur
Asix-year-old boy, Ayush Sonkar, was kidnapped and murdered in Kanpur's Barra area, allegedly by a local youth infatuated with the child's mother. The boy's body was later recovered from the Pandu River.
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