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No handshake! Uzbek GM stuns India's Harikai with 'Namaste' - Watch

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 11:09
At the Grenke Freestyle Open, Harika Dronavali offered a handshake while resigning, but Nodirbek Yakubboev responded with a respectful “Namaste,” both smiling. Meanwhile, Keymer and Niemann lead the event. Yakubboev earlier avoided shaking hands with Vaishali, later apologising with gifts. He clarified his actions were due to “religious reasons,” while expressing respect for her and Indian players.
Categories: National News

Congo to accept deportees from US under new deal with Trump admin

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 11:06
Democratic Republic of Congo will accept third-country nationals deported from the US starting April, a deal fully funded by Washington. This expands America's deportation network to Africa, with similar arrangements in Ghana and Cameroon.
Categories: National News

Taylor Swift may change wedding plans amid pressure before Travis Kelce big day

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 10:46
Taylor Swift is reportedly facing mounting stress while planning her wedding with Travis Kelce, as tight scheduling, public leaks, and complex logistics take a toll. At one point, she even considered changing plans to maintain privacy. Despite sleepless nights and pressure, the couple remains focused on creating an intimate, meaningful ceremony while balancing Kelce’s NFL commitments and Swift’s vision.
Categories: National News

Tech blackout: Why UAE has pulled out from key Rafale deal

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 10:43
France will solely finance the upgraded F5 fighter jet program after UAE negotiations collapsed due to a lack of local industry involvement and technology access. This decision comes as France faces increasing defense pressures and competing priorities, highlighting Paris's commitment to maintaining sovereign control over its Rafale program.
Categories: National News

‘Bitter defeat for US’: Iran hails downing of F-15 as America rescues 2nd pilot

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 09:56
Iran claims a "bitter defeat" for the US after downing a jet and a C-130, while rescuing a downed F-15 crew member. President Trump, however, hailed the operation as a "daring" rescue, showcasing US "Air Dominance." The clash escalates regional tensions, disrupting vital aid and raising fears of widespread hunger.
Categories: National News

Inside India's ghost malls: How nostalgic hangout spots lost their magic

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 08:47
India's once-vibrant malls are becoming 'ghost malls,' with nearly 20% underperforming or empty. This decline stems from poor planning, oversupply, and a failure to adapt to changing consumer experiences, not just e-commerce. While some struggle, these spaces offer potential for reinvention into entertainment, co-working, or educational hubs.
Categories: National News

Kerala Assembly polls: LDF’s manifesto vows to eradicate absolute poverty, hike welfare pensions to ₹3,000

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 05:02
Ruling front’s manifesto outlines a 60-point programme containing 950 proposals to create a ‘Nava Kerala’ (New Kerala), while seeking a mandate to continue ongoing development works
Categories: National News

Election Commission suspends four police officers over lapses at Suvendu Adhikari roadshow in Bhabanipur

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 05:00
Disciplinary action initiated against four officers; EC asks their positions to be filled by replacements immediately
Categories: National News

Madhya Pradesh lodge collapse death toll rises to two; NDRF continues rescue ops

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:58
‘Aggarwal Lodge', a building located near a bus stand in Kotma town, collapsed around 5.30 p.m. on Saturday (April 4, 2026), trapping several people in the vicinity
Categories: National News

Families of AI171 crash victims seek release of black box data, write to PM

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:50
“We don't want money, we just want to know what happened," says Nilesh Purohit, who lost his 24-year-old son in the crash
Categories: National News

Teen killed as DJ vehicle overturns during Hanuman Janmotsav procession in Madhya Pradesh

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:48
Tragedy struck a Hanuman Janmotsav procession in Sagar's Makronia area when a DJ vehicle carrying revellers overturned. A 15-year-old boy lost his life, and several others were injured. Eyewitnesses reported youths dancing on the vehicle before it lost control. Locals bravely rescued the injured before authorities arrived and secured the scene.
Categories: National News

Assembly elections LIVE: BJP releases 5th list for Bengal polls; veteran, ex-Union minister’s kin get tickets

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:40
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch the BJP’s campaign for West Bengal Assembly elections from Cooch Behar today
Categories: National News

Tank full, wallet empty? Hong Kong’s petrol prices worst hit amid Iran war

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:31
Global energy prices are soaring due to Middle East conflict, with Hong Kong experiencing the world's highest petrol costs. Despite this, authorities assure supply stability, largely from mainland China. The high prices, driven by duties and land costs, impact logistics and inflation, prompting some drivers to refuel across the border.
Categories: National News

'Serious risk of radioactive contamination': Iran FM writes to UN over Bushehr nuclear strikes

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:29
Iran's foreign minister has alerted the UN to grave risks of radioactive contamination following recent US-Israeli strikes near the Bushehr nuclear power plant. A projectile near the facility killed one staff member, prompting IAEA concerns about escalating attacks near nuclear infrastructure and the potential for accidents.
Categories: National News

Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman: Microsoft still lacks the computing power

Times of India - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:26
Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman revealed the company currently lacks the computing power for the largest AI models, competing in the mid-class range. He outlined a roadmap for building internal compute capacity and self-sufficiency over the next few years, aiming to develop state-of-the-art AI systems and reduce reliance on external partners.
Categories: National News

Temples and precincts can’t be used for politics, says CM Revanth Reddy

Hindu - Sun, 04/05/2026 - 04:25
At a review meeting on the development of Gnana Saraswati Temple in Basara on Saturday, the Chief Minister said that temples and their premises cannot be made political platforms and officials must ensure measures to curb such activities.
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