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Tokyo and Manila building castles in the sand
Tokyo and Manila issued a joint statement last week announcing the start of talks on the “delimitation” of an exclusive economic zone and continental shelf between Japan and the Philippines.
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June 05, 2026
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Counting Trust
Every country counts its people. The real test lies in whether people are willing to be counted.
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June 05, 2026
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“Tantamount to surrender’: Hezbollah chief rejects Israel-Lebanon truce plan
Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem has flatly rejected the newly proposed US-brokered ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, dismissing the deal as another form of surrender.
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June 05, 2026
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Pallikaranai inferno triggers panic, destroys scores of seized vehicles
A major fire broke out at the Pallikaranai dump yard on Thursday, sparking concern across parts of south Chennai after the blaze spread to a nearby vehicle storage area and destroyed more than 100 seized vehicles.
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June 05, 2026
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AI-led efficiencies drive positive outlook on Paytm stock
Paytm's parent company, One 97 Communications, has staged a sharp turnaround in FY26, with sustained profitability, AI-led operating efficiencies and improving business fundamentals driving a significant shift in market sentiment towards the stock.
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June 05, 2026
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KS Bharat announces retirement from int'l cricket
Wicketkeeper-batter Kona Srikar Bharat on Thursday announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a career that saw him represent India in seven Test matches and establish himself as one of Andhra's finest cricketers.
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June 05, 2026
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Iran players describe how the war affects their World Cup preparations
Iran is heading to the World Cup while the country is at war with the primary host nation, a situation that is unique in the tournament's history.
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June 05, 2026
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Tilak, Ishan, Iyer in race to replace Surya as India T20I captain
Just 3 months after leading India to the T20 World Cup title in March, Suryakumar Yadav is set to be removed as captain of the national T20 side, with the selectors expected to finalise a new leader when they pick the squads for the Ireland and England tour.
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June 05, 2026
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US House passes war powers resolution to block Trump from escalating Iran war
The Republican-led US House of Representatives approved a resolution to block President Donald Trump from taking further military action in Iran, reflecting growing concern among members of his party about the three-month-old conflict.
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June 05, 2026
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After 10 years, Madras HC voids AIADMK win, declares Appavu victor
The Madras High Court has declared former Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker M Appavu as the winner from Radhapuram seat in the 2016 Assembly elections, while setting aside the victory of AIADMK’s IS Inbadurai as null and void.
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June 05, 2026
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Nature for climate, and nature for our future
World Environment Day, observed on 5 June every year, serves as a reminder of humanity's collective responsibility to protect the environment and ensure a sustainable future for generations to come.
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June 05, 2026
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Shah to assess border vigilance along India-B'desh frontier in Tripura
Security arrangements along the India-Bangladesh border in Tripura are set to come under close scrutiny as Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to review the prevailing security situation and assess the preparedness of the Border Security Force (BSF) and other agencies in dealing with challenges along the international frontier, officials said on Thursday.
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June 05, 2026
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Grey drizzle of horror
Depression is not sadness. It is not disappointment. It is not a temporary mood that can be overcome through willpower, positive thinking, or a change of scenery. Clinical depression is a serious illness that alters the way people think, feel, and perceive reality. Like heart disease or diabetes, it is a medical condition. It can be treated and often managed successfully. Yet when left unchecked, it can become life-threatening
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June 05, 2026
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Defence reform: Financial powers of field commanders doubled
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday approved a sweeping revision of financial powers for the armed forces, significantly enhancing the spending authority of field commanders and senior military officials to improve operational readiness, speed up procurement processes and strengthen indigenous defence capabilities.
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June 05, 2026
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‘India’s diplomacy helping to secure energy security amid Middle East crisis’
With the conflict still raging in the Middle East, India is among the most exposed major economies with a heavy dependence on Persian Gulf oil and gas supplies as well as fertilisers.
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June 05, 2026
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Bengal drops Tajpur deep-sea port plan, eyes Dadanpatrabar
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday announced that the proposed deep-sea port at Tajpur is no longer feasible due to a shortage of available land.
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June 05, 2026
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Care Beyond Cure
India's emergence as a healthcare destination for South Asia is often measured in numbers: foreign patients treated, hospitals accredited, surgeries performed and revenues earned.
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June 05, 2026
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Stock markets end marginally higher ahead of RBI policy outcome
The Indian stock markets on Thursday ended with little change as investors remained cautious ahead of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) monetary policy decision.
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June 05, 2026
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India await fitness call on Rohit, Kohli ahead of Afghanistan ODIs
India assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate has said the fitness of senior batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma will be monitored over the next few days before a final decision is taken on their availability for the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan.
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June 05, 2026
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Tax relief for foreign investors to stem capital flight raises questions on economic priorities
The Union Cabinet's reported recommendation of an ordinance to ease tax rules for foreign investors marks the latest attempt by the Narendra Modi government to shore up investor confidence amid weakening rupee, record foreign capital outflows and growing concerns over the pace of domestic investment.
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June 05, 2026
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Andreeva beats Kostyuk to reach French Open final
Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva reached her first Grand Slam final by beating Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine 6-1, 6-3 at the French Open on Thursday.
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June 05, 2026
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Will AI kill solar and wind energy?
Global warming policies were expected to drive a rapid shift toward a renewables-based energy system dominated by wind and solar.
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June 05, 2026
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India signed 9 FTAs in last 3.5 years, execute another four significant pacts in a year: Goyal
Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, said India has signed nine Free Trade Agreements in the last three to three-and-a-half years, covering 38 developed economies, and plans to execute another three to four significant pacts over the next year.
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June 05, 2026
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Delhi HC quashes herbicide registration
Underscoring the importance of strict regulatory compliance in matters concerning agrochemicals and public safety, a Division Bench of Delhi High Court (corum: C Hari Shankar and Om Prakash Shukla) has quashed the registration granted to a Delhi-based company, Crystal Crop Protection Limited (CCPL) for the import and manufacture of Halosulfuron Methyl, a herbicide used to treat sedges and weeds in crops such as sugarcane and maize.
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June 05, 2026
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PM Modi: India will work with Venezuela to expand cooperation in key sectors
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held extensive talks with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi, exploring ways to deepen cooperation across sectors including energy, trade, investment, healthcare and automobiles.
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June 05, 2026
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Govt in ‘panic mode’ over economy, questions proposed tax relief for FPIs, alleges Congress
The Congress on Thursday accused the Narendra Modi government of being in “panic mode” over the state of the economy and relying on short-term measures rather than addressing what it described as deeper structural problems affecting private investment and growth.
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June 05, 2026
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Govt examining policy frameworks to accelerate affordable adoption of flex-fuel vehicles: Puri
The government is actively examining supportive policy frameworks to accelerate affordable adoption of flex-fuel vehicles, including fuel price support and targeted fiscal incentives, union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said.
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June 05, 2026
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PM Modi to launch ₹22,655 crore development projects across Gujarat, Daman and Lakshadweep on 5 June
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a one-day visit to Gujarat and the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu on 5 June, during which he will inaugurate, dedicate and lay the foundation stone for a series of infrastructure and development projects worth over Rs 22,655 crore, spanning sectors such as transport, healthcare, power, industry, tourism and maritime connectivity.
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June 05, 2026
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DMK boycotts 8 June INDIA bloc meet citing 'betrayal' by Congress
IN AN ATTEMPT TO ISOLATE THE CONGRESS AT THE NATIONAL LEVEL, THE DMK, ONCE A PILLAR OF THE INDIA BLOC, MADE IT CLEAR THAT IT WOULD JOIN FORCES WITH THE NON-CONGRESS OPPOSITION ON ALL VITAL ISSUES, CONFRONTING THE NATION. HAVING ACCUSED THE CONGRESS OF BACKSTABBING, THE DMK CLEARLY INDICATES THAT IT IS NO LONGER PREPARED TO BREAK BREAD WITH ITS FORMER ALLY.
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June 05, 2026
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Argentina seeks a glorious end to Messi era with another WC title
Argentina has bitter memories of 1994, the last time the United States hosted the World Cup.
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