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Near historical Hampi, a heinous crime
On the night of March 6, Bibhas Nayak from Odisha was killed and two women — an Israeli tourist and an Indian homestay operator — were gang-raped by three men when they went stargazing at Sanapura lake near Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Karnataka. Kumar Buradikatti pieces together the crime that took place in a region that is generally considered safe
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Mother tongue-based multilingual education to help tribal children bridge linguistic divide in Andhra Pradesh
The Mother Tongue-Based Multilingual Education programme is operational in 1454 schools in eight districts, covering six tribal languages of Savara, Sugali, Konda, Koya, Kuvi and Adivasi Oriya
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A rally, some ruffled feathers, and the republic on the defensive as monarchy debate resurfaces in Nepal
On March 9, Gyanendra, who was dethroned in 2008, arrived in Kathmandu, sparking a rally calling for the monarchy’s return; the rally highlighted public frustration with the current republic system, reflecting dissatisfaction with political leaders who have failed to meet expectations; as monarchists call for the reinstatement of the institution, observers call for strengthening the republican system
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Tesla seeks certification for 2 EV models in India
Tesla has initiated the certification and homologation process for the Model Y and Model 3 in India as required to enter the market. The Indian EV market is growing, with sales increasing by 20%, due to government initiatives and subsidies.
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BRS leaders lodge complaints in police stations against CM for ‘mortuary’ remarks
BRS leaders file complaints against CM Revanth Reddy for criminal comments, seek legal action and protection for KCR
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60-year-old duped of Rs 2.8 crore by brother using Chris Gayle’s name
A 60-year-old businesswoman was deceived into investing 2.8 crore in a sham coffee powder company, persuaded by her brother with promises of high returns. Trusting the alleged involvement of cricketer Chris Gayle, she and others suffered significant financial losses, receiving only 90 lakh out of the 5.7 crore investment.
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Woman two-wheeler rider dies in accident involving two private buses
Ire mounts against reckless, intimidatory driving by private buses in Kochi
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Archie and friends learn about Holi in new edition of comic
The Holi celebration is part of a new 10-page Archie comic story in The World of Betty & Veronica digest #38 released Thursday (March 13, 2025)
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Temple accountant attacked with acid by unidentified assailant
Police investigate acid attack on Pedda Thota Bhu Lakshmi Temple accountant; suspect unidentified, investigation ongoing
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Nasa, SpaceX to launch Crew-10 mission to bring back Sunita Williams, Wilmore
Nasa and SpaceX are set to launch the Crew-10 mission on Thursday, which will send a four-member crew to the ISS. This mission will facilitate the return of veteran astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded on the ISS since June due to technical issues.
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Hyderabad: 3,500-year-old Mudumal menhirs make it to Unesco tentative list
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T.N. Budget caters to key sectors, core voter base
While the State’s overall debt burden is expected to rise to ₹9,29,959.3 crore, the Debt to GSDP ratio remains within the prescribed limits at 26.07%.
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JD Vance's joke on wife Usha backfires as social media users suggest: 'Usha, run'
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Tamil Nadu’s GST growth is better than national average: Finance Secy.
T. Udhayachandran says that a GST growth of 22% is one of the highest in the country, and asserts that the State is doing well in the GST and IGST settlements. Stressing the importance of international trade relations, he further says that the growth of any State is dictated by global trends
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