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Meghan Markle returns to Instagram after 5-year hiatus, check out her first post
World | Jan 02, 2025, 01:58 PM ISTMeghan Markle is making her comeback to social media site Instagram after a gap of five years. Earlier in 2022, Markle hinted in an interview about making a comeback.
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Chinmoy Krishna Das, facing sedition charges, denied bail by Bangladesh court
World | Jan 02, 2025, 02:04 PM ISTChinmoy Krishna Das Brahmachari, who is a member of the Bangladesh Sammilito Sanatan Jagaran Jote group, is facing sedition charges, which were filed in October last year. He is associated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).
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Mass shooting in New York: At least 11 shot at Queens nightclub, cops rush to spot
World | Jan 02, 2025, 02:13 PM ISTIn a mass shooting in New York night club, at least 11 people have been reported to be shot at. The incident took place around 11:20 pm as gun sounds were heard near the night club.
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Syria gradually gravitates Westward: Russia, Iran left to grapple with who's the biggest looser
Explainers | Jan 02, 2025, 11:25 AM ISTAfter Assad's regime was toppled in Syria, Iran and Russia seem to have suffered the biggest setback. Moscow and Tehran see West coming closer to Syria, which used to be closely intricated with their geopolitical aspirations.
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In pics | Trump's top Indian-American picks for key posts
World | Jan 02, 2025, 10:01 AM ISTUS President-elect Donald Trump has named several Indian-Americans for the top posts in his administration after winning the presidency.
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EAM Jaishankar meets Qatari PM, reviews bilateral relations
World | Jan 02, 2025, 08:59 AM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in his first diplomatic engagement this year met Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister. He reviewed bilateral relations between Doha and New Delhi.
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New Orleans truck attack: Shamsud-Din Jabbar posted videos hours before rampage, says Biden | Watch
World | Jan 02, 2025, 02:28 PM ISTUS President Joe Biden revealed that the attacker in the New Orleans rampage, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, had posted videos hours before the attack. He added that Jabbar was inspired by ISIS as ISIS flag was found in his vehicle.
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New Orleans attack: Accused identified as 42-year-old US Army veteran, FBI issues statement
World | Jan 02, 2025, 10:08 AM ISTThe death count in the New Orleans attack has gone up to 15 as per latest updates, while dozens are reported injured. Earlier on Wednesday, man drove a pickup truck into crowds of revellers resulting into a tragedy.
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Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas, 1 killed, 7 injured
World | Jan 02, 2025, 12:04 PM ISTA Tesla Cybertruck that appeared to carry fireworks caught fire and exploded outside Donald Trump's hotel in Las Vegas. One person has lost his life while seven others are reported injured.
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Iran arrests Italian journalist, Rome suggests detention linked to efforts to free drone expert
World | Dec 30, 2024, 11:43 PM ISTIran confirmed that it arrested Italian journalist Cecilia Sala over charges of violating the laws of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The Italian media said that the arrest has been made to secure the release of Mohammad Abedini-Najafabad, an Iranian-Swiss expert in drones.
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Trump backs Mike Johnson to remain as House Speaker despite government funding turmoil
World | Dec 30, 2024, 11:06 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump has backed Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson for another term as House Speaker. Johnson thanked Trump for endorsement saying, "The American people demand and deserve that we waste no time. Let's get to work!”
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Biden pledges USD 2.5 billion military aid for Ukraine as Trump set to take office | Kyiv's response
World | Dec 30, 2024, 10:43 PM ISTBefore Donald Trump takes office in January, US President Joe Biden has pledged USD 2.5 billion of military aid to Ukraine. Biden said that all longer-term USAI funds were spent, and the remaining drawdown money would be spent as well.
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'Will support in overcoming decades of dictatorship': Ukraine pledges assistance for Syria
World | Dec 30, 2024, 09:11 PM ISTAfter the ouster of pro-Russia regime in Syria, Ukraine has announced assistance for the middle east nation. Ukraine's President said that Kyiv will support Syria in overcoming decades of dictatorial rule.
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Did Eisenhower, Kennedy, Reagan plan their funerals? Here's how Jimmy Carter wished to bid adieu
World | Dec 30, 2024, 09:11 PM ISTIn the United States, Presidents usually are involved in planning their funerals. A historian close to White House says that the decisions presidents take regarding their funerals reflect a lot about their personalities.
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'Shehbaz, Nawaz no serious politicians': Pakistan slammed on silence over Manmohan Singh's demise
World | Dec 30, 2024, 07:24 PM ISTOn Pakistan's silence over former PM Manmohan Singh's death, Shehbaz Sarif and his elder brother, Nawaz Sharif are being criticised on social media. A social media user said 'both are not serious politicians'.
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Germany AfD's leader has same-sex partner from Sri Lanka: Musk on party's 'far-right' portrayal
World | Dec 30, 2024, 06:22 PM ISTElon Musk in an opinion piece has openly supported Germany's far-right party, the Alternative for Germany, or AfD. He said that since he makes investment in Germany, he has the right to comment on its conditions.
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Exclusive: In a first, Indian Navy to induct submarine, destroyer, and missile frigate ship together
India | Dec 30, 2024, 09:34 PM ISTIn a big boost to its strength, the Indian Navy will induct one submarine, one destroyer, and a missile frigate in January. The integration aligns with PM Modi's Aatm Nirbharta and Make in India initiatives.
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Taliban's latest misogynistic diktat for NGOs in Afghanistan: Stop employing women or face closure
World | Dec 30, 2024, 04:27 PM ISTTaliban has asked all NGOs in Afghanistan to stop employing women or face the risk of closure. Taliban's latest diktat comes as it alleges women of not wearing the Islamic headscarf correctly.
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Will South Korea's impeached President be detained? Authorities seek court warrant
World | Dec 30, 2024, 03:50 PM ISTThe South Korean authorities seek court warrant against impeached president Yoon Suk Yeol, alleging that the emergency imposed by him amounts to rebellion. However, Yoon's lawyer has challenged the request in the same court.
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Azerbaijani President blames Russia for shooting plane that crashed in Kazakhstan
World | Dec 29, 2024, 06:49 PM ISTAzerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on Sunday blamed Russia for shooting the plane that crashed in Kazakhstan, which saw 38 people dead. He accused Russia of trying to cover up the issue.