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PM Modi hosted outgoing US NSA Jake Sullivan, highlighting the strides made in the India-US strategic partnership, especially in technology, defence, and AI. They acknowledged significant bilateral advancements over four years and discussed future cooperation, including missile export control policy updates. Modi appreciated President Biden's contributions and received a letter from him via Sullivan.

DMDK cadre court arrest at protests, led by party deputy general secretary B. Parthasarathi, held in front of the Chennai Collectorate and near Maduravoyal

India expressed solidarity with the Taliban regime, condemning Pakistani airstrikes that have targeted Afghan civilians, including women and children. Pakistan's airstrikes, claimed to be in retaliation against cross-border terrorist attacks, were accused of violating Afghanistan's sovereignty. The Taliban called these attacks a blatant violation of international principles, promising retaliation.

The US announced plans to ease regulations hindering civil nuclear cooperation with India, marking a significant step to fully realize the 2008 India-US civil nuclear deal. US NSA Jake Sullivan emphasized the importance of US-India defense, technology cooperation, and the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, while urging adherence to democratic values for deeper partnerships.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni praised Tesla CEO Elon Musk for his innovation and support, highlighting their strong relationship amidst criticisms against Musk for his political stance. Meloni's recent US visit included a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump, discussing strengthening ties and issues like the detention of journalist Cecilia Sala.

It will help in marine research and boost India’s technological independence

Governor has the responsibility to work in tandem with the local government for the development of the State, says DMK organisation secretary R.S. Bharathi

Pro baseball player Josh Naylor from the Cleveland Guardians marries Chantel, who’s making waves in the music industry. Their wedding mixes Canadian roots with Latin heritage, offering a blend of love, music, and dance. Chantel's sweet social media posts echo their genuine bond.

Work on the project would be carried out with an eye on the light metro project planned in Thiruvananthapuram, says Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu highlights the issue of declining birthrates, urging household discussions on population management. He warns against low birthrates similar to South Korea and Japan. Naidu also introduces the Kuppam Vision-2029 for comprehensive development and launches a subsidised solar panel scheme for energy cost reduction.

They accuse him of not cooperating in holding Council meetings, and withdrawing staff from their offices

Speaking to local media, Ms. Banerjee says some of the repatriated fisherfolk alleged that they were brutally tortured in Bangladesh as a few among them were walking with a limp, allegedly caused by the torture they experienced

The Supreme Court has declined Minister Irfan Ansari's appeal to dismiss charges for disclosing the identity of a minor rape survivor. The Court criticized the minister's actions as purely for publicity, allowing him to withdraw the petition. Ansari faced charges under IPC and POCSO Act provisions.

Markets are filled with restless people, mothers in despair, and farmers on the verge of breaking, while the government remains in a state of deep slumber, says the former CM

The Yemeni embassy clarified that President Rashad al-Alimi has not ratified the death sentence of Indian nurse Nimisha Priya, contradicting earlier reports. Priya, convicted of killing a Yemeni national Talal Abdo Mahdi, her business partner, in 2017, remains imprisoned. The Indian government had earlier announced that it is closely monitoring the case.