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Pushpa 2: Allu Arjun and Rashmika starrer crosses 1100 crore mark
Despite legal issues and controversies, 'Pushpa 2' directed by Sukumar keeps strong box office momentum, amassing ₹1109.85 crore within 21 days, with ₹716.65 crore from its Hindi version. The movie faced protests and legal actions following a tragic stampede at its premiere, but the mass entertainer still significantly performs.
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BJP got Rs 2,244 crore contributions in 2023-24, Congress Rs 289 crore
In 2023-24, BJP garnered Rs 2,244 crore in contributions, three times more than in 2022-23, with Prudent Electoral Trust being the largest donor. Congress received Rs 288.9 crore. Electoral bond receipts were excluded as per rules.
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260 Canada colleges involved in human trafficking: ED
Three years after a Gujarati family froze to death attempting to illegally cross the US-Canada border, an ED probe uncovers an international human trafficking syndicate involving Canadian colleges issuing student visas. Around 35,000 illegal migrants are sent abroad yearly by two agents in Mumbai and Nagpur.
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NDA leaders in huddle with eye on Delhi polls, hold talks on ONOE
NDA leaders convened at BJP president J P Nadda’s residence to mark the birth centenary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee and discuss political strategies, including the assembly election in Delhi and the 'one nation, one election' proposal. The gathering underscored achievements under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership.
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The real reason Taylor Swift missed the Chiefs-Steelers game today
Taylor Swift skipped attending the Kansas City Chiefs' away game against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to security concerns and only appears at the Chiefs' home games at Arrowhead Stadium, where security has been thoroughly reviewed. Previous security threats during her tour and a burglary at Travis Kelce's home have heightened her caution regarding public appearances.
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Giriraj demands Bharat Ratna for Nitish & Naveen, evokes surprise
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar received a recommendation for the Bharat Ratna from BJP's Giriraj Singh, citing his impressive performance since rejoining the NDA. This unexpected praise highlights the notable improvements in Bihar's governance under Nitish, compared to previous administrations, according to Singh.
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PM Modi launches Ken-Betwa link project, hails Ambedkar vision
PM Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for not recognizing BR Ambedkar's contributions to India's water resource development while highlighting the Ken-Betwa river linking project's benefits, initiated 23 years ago by Atal Behari Vajpayee's government. The project aims to irrigate 8.11 lakh hectares in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, improving water supply and supporting Bundelkhand farmers.
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Student's rape on university campus shocks Chennai, parties bicker
A man with a criminal history allegedly filmed and raped an Anna University student, threatening her and her male friend with the footage. The suspect, arrested a day later, had previously been involved in multiple theft and robbery cases, raising concerns about campus security.
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MT Vasudevan Nair, iconic Malayalam author, passes away
MT Vasudevan Nair, an iconic Malayalam writer known for his impactful novels and screenplays, passed away at 91. He blended lived experiences into his works, leaving a lasting legacy. He also significantly influenced Malayalam cinema and won prestigious awards, including the Jnanpith Award and Padma Bhushan.
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5 weeks ahead of Budget, government appoints new revenue secretary
The government announced new secretaries, with Arunish Chawla heading the revenue department and Vineet Joshi in charge of higher education. Rachna Shah will oversee the department of personnel and training. Other key appointments include Amit Agrawal as pharmaceuticals secretary and Neelam Shami Rao as textiles secretary. These changes come ahead of the upcoming Union Budget.
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Iran minister to visit India in January
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NEET aspirant flees hostel in Maha, raped
Police in Maharashtra arrested four men after a 17-year-old girl, who ran away due to academic pressure, alleged she was raped by them under the guise of offering help. The girl, a NEET aspirant, travelled to four different places where the incidents occurred. The Pocso Act has been invoked against the suspects.
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India should seek to push potential growth from 6% to 8%: World Bank chief economist
Indermit Gill, World Bank chief economist, emphasizes India's potential to elevate its growth from 6% to 8% by enhancing efficiency and economic freedom, focusing on quality education, staying open to FDI and trade, and improving women's workforce participation. India's favourable demographics and balanced economy support these prospects.
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Kabul claims Pak airstrikes killed 46 civilians in Afghanistan
46 civilians, mostly women and children, are reported killed in airstrikes by Pakistani jets in Afghanistan's Paktika province. The strikes targeted alleged TTP camps, with Kabul condemning them as barbaric aggression. Relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan are likely to worsen following the incident.
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Katra ropeway project: Sangarsh Samiti starts 72hr shutdown, 20 protesters detained
Life in Katra, Jammu, gets disrupted as Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti leads a 72-hour shutdown, protesting the proposed ropeway project. The agitators argue that the project threatens local livelihoods and traditional pilgrimage practices. Despite police intervention and detentions, the strike continues, with support from BJP and Congress factions.
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'Speak in united voice': NDA leaders meet over Congress' Ambedkar attack
Leaders of the National Democratic Alliance, including Amit Shah and Chandrababu Naidu, met in Delhi to counter Congress' criticism of Shah's Ambedkar remark. They emphasized good governance and people's welfare, reaffirmed unity in upcoming elections, and discussed Vajpayee's legacy and future strategies.
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Know why NFL on Netflix is disaster in making
Netflix's exclusive streaming of NFL matches, including the anticipated Chiefs vs. Steelers game, is off to a disastrous start with significant technical issues even before kickoff. Fans faced audio problems and program interruptions, reminiscent of previous streaming failures. Despite earlier reassurances from Netflix, their handling remains problematic, leading to widespread frustration.
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Renowned Malayalam writer-director MT Vasudevan Nair dies at 91
Renowned Malayalam writer and filmmaker MT Vasudevan Nair, fondly known as MT, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 91. The literary giant breathed his last at Baby Memorial Hospital in Kozhikode after being under treatment for 11 days following a cardiac arrest. Despite initial reports of improvement on Tuesday, his condition worsened, leading to his demise on Wednesday night.
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