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NIA Team to Visit US to Secure Extradition of Tahawwur Rana in 26/11 Mumbai Attack

New Delhi : In a major development in the pursuit of justice for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, the US Supreme Court has rejected a final petition filed by Tahawwur Rana, who was seeking to block his extradition to India. This decision dismisses his last legal challenge against being brought back to India in connection…

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AAP Faces Backlash Over Kejriwal’s ‘Poison in Yamuna’ Remark, BJP Demands Apology

New Delhi : The political row over Arvind Kejriwal’s remarks about Yamuna pollution has escalated significantly since Monday, with sharp exchanges between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Kejriwal, the former Delhi Chief Minister, accused Haryana’s BJP-led government of deliberately contaminating the Yamuna river, which is a primary source of…

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5 Dead, Dozens Injured as Stage Collapses at Religious Event in Baghpat

Baghpat : Tragedy struck the Nirvana Laddu Parv event in Uttar Pradesh’s Baghpat district as a makeshift stage collapsed on Tuesday, resulting in the death of at least five people and injuries to over 60 others, including Jain disciples and police personnel. The incident occurred during the religious event dedicated to the first Tirthankara of…

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Prime Minister to Inaugurate Major ‘Make-in-Odisha’ Event in Bhubaneswar

New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the ‘Utkarsh Odisha, Make-in-Odisha Conclave’ at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar this morning. This marks Mr. Modi’s second visit to Odisha this month, following his participation in the Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas celebrations on the 9th of January at the same venue. ‘Utkarsh Odisha’ is the flagship Global…

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23,000 Km of Indian Rail Tracks Now Equipped for 130 km/h Travel

New Delhi : Indian Railways has reached a remarkable milestone by upgrading over 23,000 track kilometres to support train speeds of up to 130 km/h. In addition, more than 54,000 track kilometres have been enhanced to allow speeds of up to 110 km/h. This large-scale modernization initiative is a significant step toward improving the speed,…

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EAM Jaishankar Stresses Resilient India-UAE Partnership in Changing Times

New Delhi : The global landscape is witnessing a profound transformation, bringing both challenges and opportunities that test the resilience of friendships. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, speaking at the 75th Republic Day celebrations organized by the Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, highlighted the enduring strength of the India-UAE relationship. “These are times when…

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India Pays Tribute to Lala Lajpat Rai on His Birth Anniversary

New Delhi : India today pays homage to one of its most revered freedom fighters, Lala Lajpat Rai, on his 160th birth anniversary. Popularly known as “Punjab Kesari” or “The Lion of Punjab,” Lala Lajpat Rai was a towering figure in India’s struggle for independence and an icon of unwavering patriotism. He was born on…

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Surajkund to Host a Grand Gathering of Artisans from February 7 to 23: Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma

Faridabad, January 27:Haryana’s Heritage and Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma, announced that the 38th Surajkund International Crafts Fair will be celebrated in a more attractive manner from February 7 to 23 in Faridabad. This year, the fair will take the form of a “Craft Mahakumbh,” where artisans from across the globe will showcase their creative…

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US Suspends Foreign Aid and Initiates Review to Match ‘America First’ Priorities

United States : The United States has officially suspended all foreign aid and ordered a thorough review of its international financial assistance programs. This move is aimed at ensuring that U.S. foreign aid is both efficient and aligned with the country’s foreign policy goals under the “America First” agenda, which prioritizes American interests over international…

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Dhaka University Shuts Down Classes and Exams Amid Student Violence

Dhaka : Dhaka University, a major center of political activity in Bangladesh, suspended all classes and exams on Monday following violent clashes between its students and those from Dhaka College and six other colleges. The confrontations, which occurred late Sunday night, left several students injured and prompted police to use batons and forceful measures to…

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