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Israel claims responsibility behind July killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh
Israel has for the first time publicly confirmed their involvement in killing Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, escalating tensions with Iran. Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz issued warnings against the Houthis, emphasizing previous successes against Hamas, Hezbollah, and Syrian targets while vowing strong actions against the Houthi terrorist organization in Yemen.
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'Invited to b'day party, stripped, beaten and urinated upon': UP teen dies by suicide
A 17-year-old boy from Uttar Pradesh allegedly died by suicide on December 20 due to mutual differences, as reported by police. The victim's uncle claimed the boy was stripped, beaten, and urinated on at a birthday party, and their complaint was initially ignored by police. Continuing harassment led to the boy's tragic death.
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NYC subway horror: Sebastian charged with murder for setting woman on fire
Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, 33, is charged with first-degree murder and arson after he allegedly set a woman on fire on an NYC subway. Videos show him fanning the flames while the woman burned. Zapeta-Calil, a deported and returned Guatemalan immigrant, was caught with a lighter. Authorities vow serious consequences for this heinous act of violence.
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Yunus agrees to 'protect human rights, regardless of religion' on call with US NSA
US national security advisor Jake Sullivan and Bangladesh's interim chief adviser Muhammad Yunus reaffirm their commitment to human rights amid escalating violence against minority Hindus. Sullivan reiterates US support for a stable and democratic Bangladesh, while discussing the challenges faced by the country.
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Delhi gangster, 2 others shot dead in Haryana hotel parking after birthday party
Three people, including a Delhi gangster, were shot dead by unidentified assailants in a hotel parking area in Panchkula. Vicky Mitrau and his nephew were killed after attending a birthday celebration. The police are investigating possible ties to gang rivalries, examining CCTV footage and questioning witnesses. Vicky had a criminal history with cases involving murder and robbery.
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Prayers from Pakistan for Vinod Kambli's recovery: 'Duaon mei...'
Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali shared that he had a video conversation with former Indian cricketer Vinod Kambli, who is currently hospitalized due to a severe urinary infection. Kambli, appearing very weak, expressed hope for recovery. Basit urged fans to pray for Kambli's health. Kambli has been receiving treatment and expresses gratitude to his doctor.
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'Pushpa 2' box office: Film crosses Rs1.5k cr mark globally in 3rd weekend
Pushpa 2, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, achieved a significant milestone by surpassing the Rs 1500 crore mark globally within three weeks. The film's impressive box office performance includes an India net collection of around Rs 1267 crores. Amid this success, a tragic stampede incident occurred during the movie's premiere, resulting in legal actions and controversies.
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Sports ministry scrambles to save face, 'may award' Manu Bhaker Khel Ratna
Manu Bhaker’s exclusion from the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award list has sparked controversy, prompting the sports ministry to consider using executive powers to nominate her. Despite her historic Olympic achievements and several international medals, the selection committee overlooked her. The National Sports Awards scheme's provisions might be invoked to address this oversight.
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‘Leave religious decisions on gurus’: Bhagwat’s mandir-masjid take draws dissent from seers
Akhil Bharatiya Sant Samiti has criticised RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks cautioning against temple-mosque disputes, emphasizing that such religious matters should be decided by religious leaders. This dissent highlights ongoing tensions within the Hindu community over RSS's role in spiritual matters. The comments follow legal petitions and unrest related to temple-mosque conflicts.
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'Benegal told raw & real stories about ordinary people'
The film fraternity mourned the passing of Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of New Wave cinema, who mentored numerous actors and revolutionized Indian cinema with films like 'Ankur' and 'Manthan'. His work, celebrated for its raw and real storytelling, leaves a lasting legacy.
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Saved after suicide bid, man gets death sentence for killing 3 of his family
Pramathes Ghosal, a private tutor from Bengal's Hooghly district, was sentenced to death for the brutal triple murder of his elderly parents and married sister in November 2021. He claimed financial pressure led to the crime, but locals disputed his assertion, stating he earned enough.
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'Giving funds to your date is prostitution?': Matt Gaetz on sexual misconduct report
Former Congressman Matt Gaetz contests the ethics committee report accusing him of paying women for drugs and sex, including a minor. Gaetz denies the allegations and has filed a lawsuit to stop the report's release, arguing it's defamatory. The committee's report claims significant payments linked to sexual activity and drug use.
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Jordyn Woods reps New York Knicks at Epic Girls Holiday pajama party
Jordyn Woods attended the New York Knicks' annual pajama party following her boyfriend Karl Anthony-Towns' trade to the team. Met by excitement, she shared the event's highlights on Instagram. Woods, who moved from Los Angeles, is adapting well to New York and actively supports Towns, reflecting his stellar performance this season.
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Sandhya Theatre stampede: Pushpa star Allu Arjun summoned for questioning today
Tollywood actor Allu Arjun, on interim bail, is summoned by Chikadpally police regarding a fatal stampede at Sandhya Theatre, which occurred despite the police denying permission to the event. The incident led to one woman's death, while her son remains hospitalized.
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Elon Musk 'reply to Jeff Bezos' 'angry post' on $600 mln wedding to fiance
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are not having a $600 million wedding in Aspen this weekend, despite reports. Bezos, angered by the false claims, took to Twitter to refute the story. Elon Musk responded with support. The couple, who have not confirmed their wedding date, have remained silent on their plans.
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Families raise doubts over encounter of 3 pro-Khalistanis, seek fair probe
Punjab and Uttar Pradesh police conducted a joint operation, resulting in the deaths of three alleged Khalistan Zindabad Force operatives. The men's families contested the encounter, questioning their involvement and circumstances, describing the deceased as ordinary labourers and drivers. Local communities in Gurdaspur expressed disbelief and demanded justice and a thorough investigation.
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'Resentment in the entire OBC community': What Chhagan Bhujbal said to Fadnavis
NCP's Chhagan Bhujbal expressed his displeasure to CM Devendra Fadnavis regarding his exclusion from the state cabinet, signifying the unrest within the OBC community. Fadnavis assured Bhujbal of addressing the matter. Meanwhile, Ajit Pawar distanced himself from these internal party issues.
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Pakistan plans to purchase 40 Chinese J-35 stealth fighter jets
Pakistan plans to acquire 40 J-35 stealth fighters from China, marking the first export of Beijing’s fifth-generation jets to a foreign ally. The J-35A will publicly debut after the PLAAF anniversary. This move is expected to shift the military balance between Pakistan and India.
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How Pakistan ‘copied’ design of India’s 1960 Cirus reactor
In the early 1970s, Pakistan attempted to replicate India's Cirus reactor design, which was integral to India's first nuclear test in 1974. Munir Ahmed Khan led the effort, but challenges arose from differences between the Cirus reactor and Pakistan's Kanupp. Recently, the US imposed sanctions on Pakistan for its advanced missile technology.
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