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‘Drunk’ assistant BDO runs over 3 girls in Nainital; 1 dead, 2 critical
An assistant block development officer in Nainital, Bhupendra Singh, was apprehended for allegedly killing one girl and critically injuring two others while driving under the influence of alcohol. The incident occurred when the victims, returning from a local fair, were hit by his speeding vehicle. Singh was caught after crashing into a nearby hill.
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Kerala minor girl rape: 44 arrested, two accused abroad, says police
DIG S. Ajeetha Begum, who is overseeing the investigation, said that 30 FIRs have been registered in connection with the alleged sexual assault of the girl and out of the 59 accused mentioned in the cases, 44 have been arrested.
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Justice Upadhyay new chief justice of Delhi High Court
Justice Vibhu Bakhru is currently serving as acting Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court after Justice Manohan was elevated to the Supreme Court
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One bull tamer dies at Madurai’s Avaniapuram jallikkattu
As many as 75 of the 620 bull tamers who participated were injured during 11 rounds of the jallikkattu event. Of the 75, 30 suffered multiple injuries and 45 sustained minor injuries.
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Space war: How China plans to disable Musk's Starlink
Chinese researchers have developed an AI-powered strategy to disrupt Elon Musk's Starlink satellite network in wartime. Using simulations inspired by whales' hunting techniques, the approach aims to neutralize Starlink's military advantages. The strategy highlights the growing importance of space superiority in geopolitical conflicts, including Taiwan, and underscores the evolving nature of modern warfare.
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Trinamool worker shot dead in Malda, second party leader killed in a month
This is the second incident of a Trinamool Congress activist being killed in a month publicly in Malda district
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Why transgender students will suffer in Donald Trump's era
A federal court ruling has struck down the Biden administration's 2022 Title IX regulations, which extended protections to LGBTQ+ students, including transgender individuals. Judge Danny C. Reeves of Kentucky ruled that the expansion was an overreach, aligning Title IX with its original 1972 framework. This decision significantly impacts transgender students’ rights, educators, and school policies, with widespread implications for LGBTQ+ advocacy and U.S. education.
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'BJP ka dulha kaun?': AAP mocks BJP with 'wedding procession'
AAP staged a unique wedding procession without a groom, targeting BJP's delay in announcing its chief ministerial candidate for the upcoming elections. AAP leaders participated, with Sanjay Singh and Arvind Kejriwal highlighting the lack of leadership within BJP. This event followed Kejriwal's earlier claim that Ramesh Bidhuri was BJP's top contender, which Bidhuri denied.
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Makaravilakku celebrated at Sabarimala
The entire pilgrimage zone, including surrounding hills, had been packed with crowds for days, all eagerly awaiting the twilight spectacle.
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BJP fields Chandrabhan Paswan for Milkipur Assembly bypoll in Uttar Pradesh
The bypoll is scheduled for February 5 and votes will be counted on February 8.
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Racist rhetoric spells bigger challenges for Indian students working in US
In 2023-24, a record number of Indian students utilized the OPT programme to build work experience in the US. Despite the rising MAGA rhetoric and potential policy changes, the demand for skilled professionals in fields like AI and biotechnology ensures continuing interest from Indian graduates.
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Rohit, Virat back in Ranji? Last time Indian players hit domestic pitch
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma trained with Mumbai for the Ranji Trophy's resumption, despite a lean patch in recent months. Calls for top batters like Rohit and Virat Kohli to return to domestic cricket grow louder as both have struggled in Tests. Key players' recent Ranji Trophy appearances are also highlighted.
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After death of Kerala youth, India reiterates demand to release all Indians serving in Russian military
MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the Indian embassy in Moscow is in touch with the families of the two Indians and all possible assistance is being extended.
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Chinese national arrested on India-Nepal border
A case has been registered and the Intelligence Bureau has been informed.
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India one of few countries in position to talk to Russia, Ukraine and Israel, Iran: EAM Jaishankar
The minister said India is today seen as contributing to a global conversation that when the ‘world is looking at many, many challenges, different issues, we also come up with ideas and initiatives’
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Jaideep Ahlawat's father passes away; actor requests for privacy
Bollywood actor Jaideep Ahlawat's father passed away surrounded by family. Jaideep's team requested privacy during this difficult time. His father had been supportive of his acting career, even encouraging him to join the Film and Television Institute of India. Jaideep had begun his career with stage performances in Punjab and Haryana.
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UPSC cheating case: Puja Khedkar moves Supreme Court for pre-arrest bail
A bench of Justices B.V. Nagarathna and Satish Chandra Sharma is scheduled to hear the plea on January 15.
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LA wildfires: 'Is he on cocaine?' Newsom trolled for bizarre body language
“What the HELL is happening to Gavin Newsom, swaying back and forth with his eyes closed like he’s in a trance?” read one comment on the post by Oli London TV. Meanwhile, another user, Kevin Dalton, quipped, “Knowing this interview was not conducted on a boat in choppy water, what would make Gavin Newsom uncontrollably sway back and forth like this?”
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