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  Iran approves six candidates for June 28 presidential elections after Ebrahim Raisi's death

  World | June 09, 2024 18:34 IST

  Iran's presidential elections were announced on June 28 after President Ebrahim Raisi's tragic demise in a helicopter crash on May 19. Raisi's sudden death had triggered a race among hardliners to influence the selection of Iran's next leader.

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  Hardliners in Indonesia oppose Lady Gaga show

  Hollywood | May 27, 2012 9:42 IST

  Jakarta, May 23: Pop diva  Lady Gaga is as confused as anyone about whether she'll be allowed to perform in Indonesia.Islamic hard-liners have threatened violence, saying her sexy clothes and provocative dance moves could corrupt