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Andhra horror: Mother kills son, chops body into pieces over indecent behaviour
A 57-year-old woman in Prakasam district allegedly killed her 35-year-old son due to his inappropriate behavior towards relatives. The body was dismembered and dumped in a canal. Police are searching for the accused, who are currently absconding.
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'Elvish ka parcel isko deliver ho gaya': Munawar Faruqui takes a hilarious dig
Munawar Faruqui's new show 'Hafta Vasooli' on JioHotstar is causing a buzz online, with the Bigg Boss 17 winner humorously mocking Elvish Yadav over his infamous snake venom case. Faruqui also addressed the ongoing Ranveer Allahbadia controversy, openly supporting Samay Raina and making a joke about BeerBiceps' alleged arrest.
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'Faaltu hai Kumbh': Lalu Yadav on New Delhi stampede
Former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav blamed the Railways for mismanagement following a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station, resulting in at least 18 deaths. The tragedy occurred when thousands of devotees rushed for trains to Prayagraj, worsened by a sudden platform change announcement and delayed train schedules.
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Security forces dismantle illegal check posts in Manipur
Joint security forces in Manipur have dismantled illegal check posts set up by 'village volunteers' on Imphal-Churachandpur road to ensure free movement of vehicles. The conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities since May 2023 has caused over 250 deaths. Security measures increased post-President's Rule, and an FIR was filed over fraudulent calls to legislators.
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Wanted in murder case, 2 deportees from US arrested after landing in Amritsar
Two youths from Rajpura in Patiala district, deported by the US among 116 individuals, were arrested at Amritsar airport for their involvement in a 2023 murder case. The suspects, Sandeep Singh alias Sunny and Pradeep Singh, were immediately taken into custody upon arrival on Saturday night.
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French President Macron calls emergency meeting of world leaders to discuss Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an emergency meeting of European leaders to discuss the actions of US President Donald Trump. This meeting will be held on Monday in Paris. The aim is to address recent moves by Trump that have raised concerns about his influence on European security and Nato.
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'It is really hard ...': MI coach critiques controversial run-out decisions
Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards expressed concern over contentious run-out decisions that influenced their narrow defeat to Delhi Capitals. Several disputed umpiring calls, involving the LED stumps, resulted in three D.C. players being ruled not out. Edwards emphasised the impact of these decisions on the game’s outcome, while praising Shikha Pandey’s performance in limiting MI’s score.
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Shoes, slippers, clothes: How Delhi station looked after the deadly stampede
A tragic stampede at New Delhi Railway Station has resulted in the death of 18 individuals following a crowd surge of passengers heading to Maha Kumbh. Victims' belongings were scattered across the premises, while rescue efforts ensued. Compensation for victims and their families has been announced by the Railways.
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'Nobody laughed': JD Vance called out over joke comparing Musk to Greta Thunberg
US Vice President JD Vance faced criticism after comparing Elon Musk to Greta Thunberg at the Munich Security Conference, sparking backlash from German officials. Vance emphasized internal threats to European democracy and criticized immigration policies, referencing a recent attack in Munich. President Trump backed Vance, highlighting concerns over free speech and immigration in Europe.
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'Never gain': German chancellor slams JD Vance for backing 'fascist' AfD
Vance’s speech at the conference shifted focus away from expected discussions on Ukraine and NATO defense policies. Instead, he criticized European nations for suppressing free speech and urged them to remove barriers preventing far-right parties from joining government. His remarks were widely condemned by European leaders.
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'$21M for voter turnout in India': Elon Musk-led DOGE cuts grant; BJP responds
The Department of Government Efficiency led by Elon Musk announced major spending cuts, including canceling $21 million for increasing voter turnout in India. Other cancellations include $29 million for political strengthening in Bangladesh and $40 million for a gender equality hub. These actions align with DOGE's mission to cut 'wasteful' spending, but have sparked controversy.
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Watch: Poultry truck overturns, villagers scramble to grab chickens
A pickup truck transporting chickens overturned on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway, leading to chaos as locals scrambled to take the poultry. The injured driver and cleaner were initially ignored. The incident, captured on camera and shared on social media, prompted debate and swift action by authorities, who restored order and began investigating the looting.
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'Failure of railways': Oppn asks why arrangements were not made to tackle Kumbh crowds
At least 18 people have died and many were injured in a stampede at New Delhi Railway Station. The incident occurred due to a crowd rush as passengers boarded trains for Prayagraj. Prominent figures, including President Murmu and Prime Minister Modi, expressed their condolences while the opposition criticized the government's management.
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Elon Musk’s father on his parenting: If Elon hears this he's gonna shoot me... But...
Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk, criticized Elon for being a neglectful father, citing over-reliance on nannies in raising his children. Errol attributed the lack of parental involvement to the children's inability to handle basic tasks and suggested it might contribute to personal challenges.
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Maha Kumbh rush: How a special train announcement led to stampede at New Delhi station
A disastrous stampede at New Delhi railway station led to 15 deaths, including three children, and several injuries as thousands gathered to catch trains. The chaos began around 9.45pm on Saturday when large crowds amassed on platforms 13 and 14, exacerbated by delayed trains and crowded ticket sales.
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Smith expresses surprise as spinner Kuhnemann's bowling action flagged
Australian cricket star Steve Smith expressed confidence that spinner Matt Kuhnemann will pass biomechanical tests on his bowling action despite being reported during a Test match against Sri Lanka. Despite surprise and confusion from Australian officials, Kuhnemann is set to undergo testing within 10 days and remains eligible for domestic cricket.
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Winning Champions Trophy more important than beating India: Pak vice-captain
Salman Ali Agha, vice-captain of the Pakistan cricket team, highlights the significance of winning the Champions Trophy over simply beating India. He expresses confidence in Pakistan's ability to secure the title. Acknowledging the excitement of the India-Pakistan clash, Salman emphasises focusing on the bigger goal of lifting the Champions Trophy.
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