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  Major embarrassment: Japan mosque inaugurated by Pakistani envoy declared illegal over fishy records

  World | June 03, 2026 9:21 IST

  The mosque is located in Kawagoe, in Japan's Saitama Prefecture, on a 4,500-square-metre plot classified as mountain forest land. The area falls under an urbanisation control zone, where construction is generally not allowed.

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  Speed News: Bengal CM bans liquor shops near schools; launches ₹5 fish-rice meal scheme

  Originals | May 26, 2026 23:55 IST

  Bengal CM bans liquor shops near schools; launches ₹5 fish-rice meal scheme. Centre sets up panel to study “unnatural demographic change” from infiltration. Delhi raises ration card eligibility income cap to ₹2.5 lakh annually. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.

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  West-Asia Conflict: LPG Tanker 'Symi' Docks at Gujarat's Kandla Port After Crossing Strait of Hormuz

  News | May 17, 2026 17:25 IST

  In a major relief for India's energy supply chain, the Marshall Islands-flagged LPG tanker 'Symi' has safely arrived and docked at the Deendayal Port in Kandla, Gujarat. Carrying approximately 20,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) for the Indian Oil Corporation (IOC).

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  Israel-Lebanon War: Heavy Airstrikes Hit Southern Areas Despite 45-Day Ceasefire Deal

  News | May 17, 2026 16:52 IST

  Despite a major diplomatic announcement extending the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 45 days, the Israeli military has launched a massive wave of devastating airstrikes across southern Lebanon. Heavy bombardments severely damaged streets and residential buildings in the historic coastal city of Tyre.

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  Bolivia Crisis: Security Forces Clash With Protesters Blocking Key Roads Into La Paz : World News

  News | May 17, 2026 16:39 IST

  Bolivian police and military personnel have launched a major joint operation to clear dozens of anti-government road blockades choking the seat of government in La Paz.

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  Gaza Airstrike: Hamas Military Chief Izz Al-Din Al-Haddad Killed in Precise Israeli Strike

  News | May 17, 2026 16:48 IST

  An Israeli airstrike targeting a civilian vehicle and a residential apartment in Gaza City has killed the head of Hamas's military wing, Izz al-Din al-Haddad. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and Hamas have both confirmed the death of the senior commander.

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  Explosion at Israeli Defence facility leads to massive fireball and smoke cloud, firm reacts | WATCH

  World | May 17, 2026 10:27 IST

  A powerful explosion near an Israeli defence facility close to Beit Shemesh triggered a massive fireball on Saturday night, with videos of the blast widely circulating on social media. The explosion took place near a testing site operated by the state-owned Tomer defence company.

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  'Targeting commercial shipping, impeding navigation in Hormuz unacceptable': India's UN envoy

  World | May 17, 2026 9:42 IST

  Parvathaneni Harish said India is tackling the energy and fertiliser crisis caused by the West Asia conflict through a mix of short-term and long-term measures backed by global cooperation. Harish stressed the need to safeguard energy and supply chains amid the ongoing crisis.

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  Speed News: PM Addresses Indian Diaspora, Calls Hague A Symbol Of Indo-Dutch Friendship

  Originals | May 16, 2026 19:06 IST

  PM Modi addressed the Indian diaspora and called The Hague a living symbol of Indo-Dutch friendship. Further, Army Chief Gen Dwivedi warned that Pakistan must choose between being part of geography or history.

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  Speed News : PM Modi says "no power can make India bow" at Somnath event

  Originals | May 11, 2026 19:21 IST

  PM Modi says "no power can make India bow" at Somnath event. Suvendu Adhikari approves land transfer for BSF border fencing in Bengal. Rahul Gandhi criticizes govt over Modi's West Asia crisis outreach. BSF kills 2 suspected Bangladeshi smugglers in Tripura border firing.

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  West Asia Crisis Deepens: Rajnath Singh Chairs Emergency Security Meeting in Delhi

  News | May 11, 2026 17:48 IST

  Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chaired a high-level emergency security review meeting in New Delhi to assess the potential geopolitical and strategic impact on India.

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  Bangladesh Votes February 12—Who Will Fill the Post-Hasina Vacuum? Explained

  Originals | February 09, 2026 22:59 IST

  Bangladesh is gearing up for a historic national election on February 12, 2026, the first since a massive student‑led uprising in 2024 ousted long‑time Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and led to the banning of her Awami League party from contesting.

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  Swiss Ski Resort Bar Fire on New Year's Eve: Dozens Dead, 100 Injured in Crans-Montana Blaze

  News | January 01, 2026 18:35 IST

  A deadly fire broke out at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, on New Year's Eve. Dozens are presumed dead, and around 100 are injured, many seriously. Emergency services have responded, but the situation remains critical as authorities work to assess damage and identify victims.

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  Donald Trump's latest Gallup poll approval ratings remain lowest during second term

  World | December 23, 2025 20:19 IST

  Donald Trump was ranked below Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell in the new Gallup poll approval ratings. Trump's approval ratings stayed at the lowest mark during his second tenure at the office.

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  Pakistan prohibits beggars, passengers with incomplete documents to travel abroad

  World | December 22, 2025 20:37 IST

  Recently, Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) had claimed that more than 66,000 passengers were offloaded from flying outside the country over suspected irregular travel.

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  Two more arrested in mob lynching case of Hindu youth in Bangladesh, total raises to 12

  World | December 21, 2025 20:49 IST

  Bangladesh authorities have arrested two more people, taking the total to 12, in connection with the mob lynching of Hindu garment worker Dipu Chandra Das.

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  Volodymyr Zelenskyy meets European allies in London to talk on peace plan, security

  World | December 08, 2025 19:55 IST

  Volodymyr Zelenskyy went to London to meet the European allies as his allies look to strengthen Ukraine's hand in talks on a US-backed plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Zelenskyy said in a Telegram post that the talks had been "substantive".

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  Saudi Arabia introduces Nusuk Card: Mandatory digital pass for Hajj pilgrims. Check details

  World | December 08, 2025 14:01 IST

  Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, mandatory at least once in a lifetime for all physically and financially capable Muslims. It takes place in the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar.

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  30-year-old Haryana student stabbed to death in UK; 5 suspects released on bail

  World | November 30, 2025 23:49 IST

  In a statement, the West Mercia Police said Vijay Kumar Sheoran was found at 4.15 am on Tuesday (November 25) with serious wounds, after which he was taken to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

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  What Led to Sheikh Hasina's Death Sentence in Bangladesh? Explained

  Originals | November 17, 2025 20:30 IST

  In a historic and unprecedented ruling, Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death after finding her guilty on three of the five charges brought against her.