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Cash-strapped Pakistan to receive $5bn from Saudi, Qatar as debt mounts

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 11:02
Pakistan is set to receive $5 billion in financial support from Saudi Arabia and Qatar, easing pressure on its external position and foreign exchange reserves. This crucial aid comes as Islamabad prepares to repay $3.5 billion to the UAE this month, with Finance Minister Aurangzeb engaging in economic outreach at the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings.
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How Iran-US mediation in Pak collapsed amid questions over China’s silent influence

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 09:19
Iran-US negotiations in Islamabad concluded without a breakthrough, revealing deep strategic divides and jeopardizing a fragile ceasefire. Despite Pakistan's mediation, disagreements over Iran's nuclear program and control of the Strait of Hormuz led to a stalemate, with both sides blaming each other for the failure.
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Microsoft VP says even if companies lays off 50% workforce due to AI, business will increase

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 09:06
Microsoft's Rajesh Jha counters fears of an AI-driven software slump, arguing that AI agents will require their own licenses. He posits that as companies deploy thousands of these digital assistants, the number of 'paying users' could actually surge, even as human workforces shrink. This perspective challenges the notion that AI will diminish software revenue by reducing human users.
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Viral video of man harassing woman on Jaipur road sparks outrage; Police spring into action

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 08:39
A viral video from Jaipur showing two men allegedly harassing a woman on a motorcycle has sparked outrage. Rajasthan Police swiftly identified the accused using technology and informants, emphasizing that no one is above the law. Authorities also warned against endangering public safety for social media fame.
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From cabaret to classical: The many lives of Asha Bhosale, India’s timeless voice

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 07:30
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle, a global icon with a 70-year career, has passed away at 92. Known for her versatile voice and numerous hit songs, she was recognized by Guinness World Records as the most recorded artist. Bhosle also ventured into composing and acting, leaving an indelible mark on music and cinema.
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'Dhurandhar 2' box office Day 25: Ranveer's film is set to cross Rs 1080 crore in India

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 07:10
In a groundbreaking move for Bollywood, Ranveer Singh's action-packed thriller 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge' has taken the box office by storm, eclipsing the Rs 1000 crore net milestone in India. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film is maintaining its momentum in the fourth week of release, attracting enthusiastic audiences and raking in impressive collections both daily and weekly. Read on to know more in detail.
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‘Kicked in abdomen repeatedly’: UP man booked for killing unborn children over dowry demands

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 07:08
In Bhadohi, a woman has accused her husband and two in-laws of causing the death of her unborn children through dowry-related assaults during pregnancies. The complaint details repeated physical abuse, including kicks to the abdomen, leading to two miscarriages. Authorities have registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Dowry Prohibition Act.
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Kerala woman ‘sexually harassed’ on way to hospital after accident

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 06:49
A woman injured in an accident in Kayamkulam has filed a complaint alleging sexual harassment by a man who helped shift her to the hospital. The accused was questioned and released, prompting the victim to claim lapses in the investigation. State police chief has sought a detailed report and an internal probe is underway.
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ED files chargesheet against five in West Bengal ‘illegal’ coal syndicate case

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:48
The accused were also involved in the use of forged documents and extortion
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Assembly Elections 2026 LIVE: PM Modi to address poll rally in Siliguri today

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:44
Over 3.6 crore voters eligible for the first phase of Assembly polls in West Bengal, says the Election Commission of India
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Time has come to implement Women's Reservation Act, says PM Modi, in letter to Parliament floor leaders

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:36
In a letter to the floor leaders of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, ahead of the three-day special sittings of Parliament, Mr. Modi also asked all members to come together in one voice to pass the amendments to the women’s reservation law
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RSS-BJP's main objective is to finish off Constitution: Rahul Gandhi

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:36
"Ambedkar ji's main message was that of the Constitution. Without the Constitution, what we call India would not have been there,” said Mr. Gandhi.
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Prototype fast breeder reactor | Nuclear paradox

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:33
A milestone in India’s nuclear ambitions, but one shadowed by limited oversight and persistent concerns over transparency and accountability
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News in Frames: Traditions in transition

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:23
With a belief system intertwined with nature, and with music and dance intrinsic to daily life, an endangered tribe in Odisha strives to keep its visual tradition intact
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Government hurrying women’s quota law implementation for political mileage: Kharge to PM

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:19
Congress leader Kharge’s letter came in response to a missive from the Prime Minister on the special sitting of Parliament for a discussion on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from April 16
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Engineering student arrested for ramming SUV into scooter in Gurgaon; 2 dead

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:15
A 21-year-old engineering student, Akrit Yadav, has been arrested for allegedly causing a fatal accident in Gurgaon's Sector 57. Driving an SUV on the wrong side, he crashed into a scooter, killing two young men. Eyewitnesses reported suspicious behavior, including the driver discarding a bottle. Investigations are ongoing.
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Rahul Gandhi, other Congress leaders to campaign in T.N. soon

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:14
Campaign details of party chief Kharge, Rahul, and Priyanka will be released soon, says AICC in-charge for Tamil Nadu Girish Chodankar
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Samrat Choudhary | Bihar’s saffron face

Hindu - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:06
As Nitish Kumar is likely to resign this week, the Deputy Chief Minister is the frontrunner to be the BJP’s first Chief Minister of the State
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KKR's Pathirana clears fitness test, likely to join squad ahead of CSK clash

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:06
KKR have had a difficult start to the season, with three defeats and one match ending without a result. Their issues have been clear in the death overs, where they have struggled to control opposition batters. Losses to Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants highlighted these concerns, making Pathirana’s return important.
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‘Dropped bag to set trap’: MP woman, lover held for husband’s murder disguised as robbery

Times of India - Sun, 04/12/2026 - 05:01
A Bhind woman, Ruby, is accused of orchestrating her husband's murder with her lover, Vishal Vimal, staging it as a robbery. Police uncovered the plot after Ruby's suspicious statements during the initial investigation. The victim, Nilesh Jatav, was shot while riding a motorcycle with his wife and child. A third suspect remains at large.
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