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Russia Launches Major Assault on Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure Amid Freezing Temperatures

Russia renewed large-scale strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure early Tuesday, firing more than 70 missiles and around 450 attack drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said. The attacks left more than 1,000 residential buildings in Kyiv without heating as temperatures dropped to nearly minus 20 degrees Celsius.

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Rohit Sharma Calls Padma Shri a Special Moment, Reaffirms Commitment to Indian Cricket

Former India captain Rohit Sharma expressed heartfelt gratitude after being conferred the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian honours, calling it a deeply special moment for himself and his family while reaffirming his commitment to contributing to India’s success on the field.

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US–India Trade Deal Announced After Months of Tariff Tensions

The United States and India have announced a long-awaited trade deal, bringing an end to months of uncertainty triggered by steep tariffs imposed by Washington on Indian exports. The agreement, revealed on February 2, comes after prolonged negotiations marked by escalation, pauses, and backchannel diplomacy.

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Balochistan Attacks Leave Over 190 Dead Amid Rising Tensions Between Pakistan and India

Pakistani security forces continue to hunt separatist militants responsible for a wave of coordinated attacks across Balochistan, the country’s largest and most resource-rich yet poorest province. Islamabad has accused India of supporting the militants, a claim New Delhi has strongly rejected.

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BCCI Backs ICC’s Stand on Sportsmanship After Pakistan Boycotts India T20 World Cup Match

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday said it fully supports the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) position on sportsmanship following Pakistan’s decision to boycott its group-stage match against India in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

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Sanjay Raut Raises Suspicion Over Ajit Pawar’s Death, Calls for Probe Into Baramati Plane Crash

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Monday raised serious questions over the “sudden and suspicious” death of Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, who died in a plane crash near Baramati last week. Raut called for a thorough investigation into the incident, claiming…

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Union Budget 2026: Gains and Pains Across Taxpayers, Investors, Consumers and Businesses

Like every Union Budget, Budget 2026 delivers a mixed bag of relief and restraint for different sections of the economy. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, while presenting the Budget on Sunday, sought to strike a balance between growth, stability and reform, offering compliance-friendly measures alongside selective revenue-raising steps. Rather than announcing…

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Bengaluru Real Estate Executive C.J. Roy Found Dead Amid Income Tax Searches

C.J. Roy, 57, chairman and founder of the Confident Group, a prominent real estate developer, was found dead with a gunshot injury at his Langford Town residence on Friday, according to police.

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Swami Avimukteshwaranand Urges Ban on Beef, Wants Cow Declared ‘Rajya Mata’ After Magh Mela Row

Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Friday urged the Uttar Pradesh government to stop beef exports and declare the cow as ‘Rajya Mata’, saying such measures would reflect the chief minister’s commitment as a “Hindu sympathiser”.

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What Happened to Sadhvi Prem Baisa? Police Investigate Mysterious Death

Sadhvi Prem Baisa, a widely revered spiritual storyteller whose words resonated across western India, passed away suddenly on January 28 at her ashram in Boranada near Jodhpur. Her death has left devotees in shock and sparked widespread speculation, with unanswered questions, an ongoing police investigation, and an eerie social media…

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South Indian Films That Became Pan-India Hits Without Big Budgets

For decades, South Indian cinema was unfairly boxed into “regional” brackets. That perception shattered when small, content-driven films crossed language barriers and captured the imagination of audiences across India. These films didn’t rely on massive budgets, superstar salaries, or extravagant marketing. They relied on something far more powerful — strong…

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Best 4-Star Hotels in Agra Near Taj Mahal for Comfortable and Luxurious Stays

Agra is more than just a city—it’s an experience anchored by the timeless beauty of the Taj Mahal. For travelers who want to stay close to this world wonder without splurging on ultra-luxury resorts, 4-star hotels near the Taj Mahal offer the perfect balance of comfort, style, and value. These…

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BJP Criticises Former Vice President Hamid Ansari Over Comments on Mahmud of Ghazni

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday strongly criticised former Vice President Hamid Ansari following his remarks describing Mahmud of Ghazni, the Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire, as an Indian. The party accused Ansari of distorting history and attempting to “whitewash” the brutal invasions of India.

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Zelensky Dares Putin to Come to Kyiv Amid Ongoing Attacks, Calls for De-escalation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday issued a bold challenge to Russian President Vladimir Putin, daring him to visit Kyiv, while reaffirming that Ukraine will only halt its attacks if Russia ceases strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

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Delhi Woman SWAT Officer Dies After Brutal Attack by Husband

Kajal, 27, a Delhi Police constable and member of the all-women Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit, tragically died on Tuesday, days after being brutally attacked by her husband at their Dwarka residence.

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Dhurandhar Premieres on Netflix Amid Viewer Complaints About Runtime and Quality

After smashing box office records in India and worldwide, Ranveer Singh’s much-anticipated film Dhurandhar has finally arrived on Netflix. The action-packed thriller, which grossed over Rs 1,000 crore domestically and crossed Rs 1,300 crore globally, had fans eagerly awaiting its OTT premiere. While some viewers had already watched the film…

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Supreme Court Rules Menstrual Hygiene a Fundamental Right Under Article 21

In a landmark verdict on Friday, the Supreme Court of India declared that the right to menstrual hygiene is an essential component of the right to life and the right to privacy under Article 21 of the Constitution.

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Gold, Silver Slide Sharply After Record Rally as Profit-Taking Hits Markets

Gold and silver futures witnessed a sharp reversal on Friday as traders booked profits following Thursday’s record-breaking rally. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), silver futures fell 3.04 per cent, while gold declined 1.28 per cent, pressured by bearish global cues and a strengthening US dollar.

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Pregnant Delhi Police SWAT Commando Dies After Brutal Assault at Home; Husband Arrested

A 27-year-old Delhi Police SWAT commando, Kajal Chaudhary, succumbed to her injuries after allegedly being assaulted by her husband at their residence in west Delhi’s Mohan Garden. Kajal, who was four months pregnant at the time, died on January 27 after battling for life for five days at a hospital…

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Amazon Begins Notifying Employees Amid 16,000-Job Layoff Across US, UK, and India

Amazon has started notifying corporate employees affected by its latest round of layoffs, following the company’s announcement to cut 16,000 roles across the US, UK, and India. The move comes as the tech giant aims to streamline operations and sharpen its focus amid rising competition in artificial intelligence.

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Supreme Court Reserves Verdict on Pleas Seeking Changes to Stray Dogs Case

The Supreme Court of India on Thursday reserved its verdict on a batch of pleas seeking modifications to earlier directions related to the stray dogs issue. The top court also asked all concerned counsels to submit their written briefs within a week, as per reports.

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Runway Not Visible, Seconds Later Disaster: How Ajit Pawar’s Flight Crashed in Baramati

Confusion during the final moments before landing surrounded the Learjet 45 aircraft that crashed in Maharashtra’s Baramati on Wednesday, killing Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others, according to details released by the civil aviation ministry.

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Vishal Dadlani Shares Life Advice, Says Success Doesn’t Guarantee Peace

Singer and music composer Vishal Dadlani recently shared a reflective note on life, success, and self-acceptance, offering advice drawn from his personal experiences. Taking to Instagram on Thursday, the musician emphasised that professional success, wealth, or power do not necessarily lead to inner peace or contentment.

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Delhi Police SWAT Commando Dies After Brutal Assault by Husband, Chilling Call Reveals Final Moments

A final phone call to her brother, her screams for help, and a chilling confession by her husband marked the last moments of a 27-year-old Delhi Police woman constable who later succumbed to her injuries after being brutally assaulted at her home in southwest Delhi last week.

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Shashi Tharoor Defers Comments on Upcoming Meeting with Rahul Gandhi

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor appeared to sidestep questions from the media on Thursday regarding his anticipated meeting with Leader of Opposition in Parliament Rahul Gandhi. Speaking briefly outside Parliament, Tharoor said, “When it happens, it will happen. I’ll let you know. What’s so unusual about meeting my own party leader?…

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