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Hormuz technically open for ships, but risks too high, says Indian National Shipowners’ Association chief

NEW DELHI: The Strait of Hormuz remains technically open, but commercial shipping is far from normal, according to Anil Devli, chief executive of the Mumbai-based Indian National Shipowners’ Association.

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Bangladesh seeks China support for Teesta restoration project

DHAKA: The Tarique Rahman-led Bangladesh govt has sought China’s “involvement and support” for the Teesta restoration project, a move that risks clouding New Delhi-Dhaka relations, as the latter pushes India to work towards implementing the 2011 Teesta water-sharing treaty blocked by outgoing West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

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5 Must-Visit Hanuman Temples in India Over 1000 Years Old

Across India, some of the most powerful centers of devotion dedicated to Hanuman are not just places of worship, but living historical landmarks where centuries of belief, rebuilding, and uninterrupted prayer continue to define spiritual life. While many temple structures have been renovated over time, several sites trace their origins…

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Viral Delhi Video Sparks Debate on Civic Sense and Public Road Usage

A recent viral video from Delhi has triggered widespread discussion online, drawing attention to issues of public behavior, traffic discipline, and civic responsibility in busy urban spaces.

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7 Most Powerful Hanuman Temples to Visit on Bada Mangal 2026

As the holy Tuesdays of the Jyeshtha month arrive, the spiritual intensity surrounding Lord Hanuman reaches a level that devotees across North India deeply feel rather than simply observe. Bada Mangal is not just another festival day, but a time when faith, service, and devotion come together in a powerful…

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‘Suspended for speaking up’: Hansraj College’s crackdown leaves 1 student still fighting

Parth Srivastava had questions about how his college spent its money. He filed RTIs and posted videos online. For that, he claims, he was suspended. He is now the last of 26 students still suspended at Hansraj College, and his case has reached the Delhi High Court.

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Piping hot: India’s delivery economy runs on worker heat stress

“No matter if it is hot or raining, we have to work," says 30-year-old Rakesh Sahu (name changed), from Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur, who works as a delivery agent for Swiggy in Delhi. When IndiaSpend met him in early April in Saket, he had a cloth wrapped around his head, and a cap…

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'Hot for them too': British man praised online for rescuing dehydrated bird amid Delhi’s brutal heatwave

A British national has been widely praised online after rescuing a dehydrated bird in Delhi’s ongoing heatwave, drawing attention to the impact of extreme temperatures on urban wildlife.

The Times of India

No SIM, Still Alert? India’s Secret System Explained

Your phone suddenly screams. A loud, unfamiliar alarm cuts through silence. A message flashes: “Extremely Severe Alert.” No call. No notification. No app. Just a warning you didn’t expect. And the strangest part? Some people received it even without a SIM card. This wasn’t a glitch. It was a glimpse…

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Why Hanuman Chalisa Is 100x More Powerful on Bada Mangal

The belief that the Hanuman Chalisa becomes especially powerful on Bada Mangal is deeply rooted in North Indian devotional traditions, where faith, symbolism, and collective worship come together in a very intense spiritual atmosphere. Bada Mangal, observed on Tuesdays during the month of Jyeshtha, is considered a period when devotion…

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Google Photos Full? This Hidden Trick Frees Space Fast

Every time your phone shows “Storage Almost Full,” it feels frustrating. You scroll through photos, thinking you’ll delete them later. But later never comes. Screenshots pile up. Videos keep adding. And suddenly there’s no space left. But what if the problem isn’t storage? What if it’s how you’re using it?…

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Starc roars back into action as he returns to the IPL

Mitchell Starc picked up three wickets on his first bowl since January's BBL final reviving Delhi Capitals after three successive Indian Premier League defeats.

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“I Hate Delhi”: Viral Video by Canadian Tourist Divides Social Media

A travel video from India’s capital, Delhi, is gaining significant traction on social media, sparking widespread discussion and mixed reactions among viewers. The clip, shared by Canadian traveller Steve from the Instagram account @jetlagwarriors, highlights his personal experiences during a recent visit to the city.

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IMD Issues Weather Alerts Across NCR; Thunderstorms Likely in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Noida and Ghaziabad, forecasting rain and thunderstorms on Thursday evening, while Delhi remains under a yellow alert.

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Under the same sun: Why the Indian summer is never shared equally

One hot summer morning in 1935, Hindi poet Suryakant Tripathi Nirala came across a woman worker hammering stones to pieces by the roadside in Allahabad. His poem “Wah todti patthar” (She breaks stones) places the quiet dignity of her toil against the oppressive demands of the unforgiving sun and contrasts…

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Master craftsman Hazlewood puts on an IPL clinic

Australian pace maestro Josh Hazlewood has delivered his most supreme performance of the IPL season, his four wickets spearheading another RCB win.

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LaLiT Hotel ducked crores in dues. Justice Varma granted it relief but HC tore up his order

A Delhi High Court bench has done what a Delhi civic agency thought was long overdue: turned down an order that could have drained crores in public money while letting a luxury hotel chain sit on prime Lutyens’ Delhi land for a fraction of what it’s worth.

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From rights to red tape: India’s transgender law amendment

“Only I knew what I felt, trapped in a body I did not recognise or feel at home in,” says Ayaan, a 24-year-old transman. In 2016, his parents took him to consult a doctor in Uttar Pradesh’s Muzaffarnagar, who tried to counsel his family of his need for support, hormone-replacement…

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'Gunfire everywhere': Explosions heard near Mali international airport, military base

Mali faced coordinated attacks on Saturday. Gunfire and explosions were heard in the capital Bamako and near a military camp housing Russian mercenaries. Unidentified terrorist groups targeted several positions. Fighting continued in the capital and other regions. Security forces responded to the unfolding situation. Al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM is suspected of…

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Political Earthquake: AAP MPs Join BJP What Happened?

What if a single decision could shake an entire political landscape? In a move that surprised many, seven Members of Parliament from AAP have decided to join BJP. At first glance, it feels like just another political shift. But look closer and it begins to reveal something deeper. Because this…

The Times of India

'Kabhi India aa ke dekho': Iran’s 'random bakwaas' jab at Trump over his 'hell hole' remark

A day after US President Donald Trump reshared a social media post describing India as a “hell-hole”, Iran’s diplomatic mission in Mumbai and a formal protest from New Delhi. Iran’s consulate mocked the remark, saying “maybe someone should book a one-way cultural detox for Mr Trump, it might just reduce…

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Trump faces diplomatic backlash after sharing ‘hellhole’ remark about India and China

Delhi calls comment ‘inappropriate’ as critics warn it could deepen fears among immigrants

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We the People: Student Speech That Shook Parliament

What if one simple sentence could remind an entire nation of its true identity? In a time when differences often feel louder than unity, a young voice rose inside Parliament and echoed far beyond it. It wasn’t loud or aggressive. It didn’t rely on complex words. Yet, it carried a…

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Diet Coke Shortage in India: Why the Silver Can Is Getting Harder to Find

If your daily fix of fizz has recently been replaced by an “out of stock” notification, you are not alone. Across major Indian cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Ahmedabad, consumers are reporting difficulty finding Diet Coke, leading to widespread chatter on social media platforms like Reddit, X, and Instagram.

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Delhi Ridge: Can Master Plan 2041 safeguard the city’s lungs?

Many people often refer to the Delhi Ridge as the city’s “lungs”. Alongside the Yamuna River, it plays a pivotal role in maintaining the city's ecological balance. To safeguard this landscape, the Delhi Development Authority’s (DDA) Master Plan 2041 has introduced a new roadmap focused on its conservation and effective…

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