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East and South Asia stay resilient despite global uncertainty; India to gr
Updated : 7 months ago IST
In India, growth is projected to moderate from an estimated 7.4 per cent in 2025 to 6.6 per cent in 2026. Resilient household spending, strong public investment, and lower interest rates are expected to underpin economic activity.
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Delhi: Court discharges man of rape allegations, victim was in relationshi
Updated : 7 months ago IST
The complainant woman had alleged that the Accused had a sexual relationship with her on the pretext of marriage and had obtained a divorce from his wife. She was also in contact with the Accused's wife and other family members. The accused has a child from the wedlock.
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"We will win": BJP's Ram Kadam ahead of Maharashtra local body elections
Updated : 7 months ago IST
"During the elections in Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray, Sharad Pawar, and Congress leaders did not leave their homes for meetings. The same is happening now in the local body elections. No one has come out of their houses... On the other hand, despite being behind the chief minister and d
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"Despite repeated demands, Centre has not given single penny for Gangasaga
Updated : 7 months ago IST
The Chief Minister said the Union government had "not given a single penny" for Gangasagar, held annually at the confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal. She also expressed disappointment over the Centre's refusal to grant it national fair recognition.
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International Solar Alliance to remain focused on its objectives despite U
Updated : 7 months ago IST
The government has noted media reports citing the US' decision to withdraw from 66 international organisations, including the International Solar Alliance (ISA), sources said on Thursday, stating that the Alliance remains focused on its objective of supporting its member countries in scaling
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"If people are not willing or wanting....": England skipper Stokes warns t
Updated : 7 months ago IST
England's quest for an Ashes series win Down Under had been finished at Adelaide itself. After snapping an 18-Test winless run in Australia at Melbourne, pride was all England had left to play for. Besides scintillating centuries from Joe Root and Jacob Bethell and a fine 84 in the first inn
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"I do expect him to be...": Ben Stokes backs Brendon McCullum as England's
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Ben Stokes and McCullum revitalised England's Test cricket after taking charge as captain and head coach, respectively, in 2022, ushering in an aggressive, fearless brand of play. However, despite a below-par Ashes campaign, Stokes has thrown his full support behind McCullum.
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Kohistan communities extend demonstrations in KP over delayed development
Updated : 7 months ago IST
According to The Express Tribune, protesters assert that while WAPDA pressed ahead with building the hydropower project, officials had guaranteed that essential civic infrastructure, most importantly an all-weather road network, would be constructed for communities in the area. Yet, resident
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Ben Affleck calls 2013 'Argo' Oscar snubs "embarrassing"
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Actor-director Ben Affleck has called his 2013 Oscar snubs for Argo "embarrassing," recalling how he was overlooked for both Best Director and Best Actor despite the film winning Best Picture, according to People.
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PM Modi recalls Somnath visits; says "despite assaults temple strengthened
Updated : 7 months ago IST
In a post on social media platform 'X', the Prime Minister said that the assault on the Somnath Temple in January 1026, followed by several subsequent attacks, failed to weaken the spiritual resolve of the people. Instead, he noted, these events strengthened India's cultural unity and led
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Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi lauds protests in country, calls
Updated : 7 months ago IST
In a tweet addressed directly to his "fellow countrymen," Pahlavi said the scale of public presence across cities and towns amounted to a declaration of readiness for a new plan of action. He specifically referenced a call for further protests on Thursday, January 8, at 8 p.m., urging citize
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AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel alleges attack on party's rally in Sambhajinaga
Updated : 7 months ago IST
Speaking to reporters, Jaleel said the AIMIM is contesting the civic elections peacefully and within the constitutional rights guaranteed to citizens. He claimed that despite having official permission and police presence at the rally, 20-25 armed individuals arrived and vandalised vehicl
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