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Watch | Massive Fire Erupts at Lucknow Coaching Centre, Rescue Ops Underway
Watch | Massive Fire Erupts at Lucknow Coaching Centre, Rescue Ops Underway
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Massive fire broke out at a Lucknow coaching centre building, trapping several people; firefighters launched rescue operations as authorities ensured evacuations and medical aid while cause remains un ...
Keir Starmer Resigns as UK PM Amid Mounting Labour Pressure
Keir Starmer Resigns as UK PM Amid Mounting Labour Pressure
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned amid mounting Labour Party pressure, acknowledging leadership doubts, triggering a leadership contest, and plunging Britain into political uncertainty two years ...
Donald Trump has limited capacity to deter Israel, says Michael Kugelman
Donald Trump has limited capacity to deter Israel, says Michael Kugelman
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The American foreign policy expert says India perhaps has an opportunity to play a troubleshooter in the Middle East
Nifty Tops 24,100, Sensex Rises 291 Points on Positive Global Cues
Nifty Tops 24,100, Sensex Rises 291 Points on Positive Global Cues
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Indian markets ended higher as easing West Asia tensions and falling crude supported sentiment; gains led by banking, pharma, media, while monsoon concerns and weak FMCG capped broader momentum overal ...
Indian students in Belarus, Russia anxious over Ukraine escalation
Indian students in Belarus, Russia anxious over Ukraine escalation
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Parents back home are urging them to return to India amid heightened rhetoric from European leaders and renewed regional tensions
West Bengal Budget: Greenfield Airport, Solar Subsidies and Rs 4.38 Lakh Crore Allocation
West Bengal Budget: Greenfield Airport, Solar Subsidies and Rs 4.38 Lakh Crore Allocation
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West Bengal's first BJP government has announced plans for a greenfield airport near Kalyani, two lakh rooftop solar installations, and major clean energy initiatives in its maiden Budget for 2026-27
Why Starbucks Korea Closed 2,000 Stores Over a Marketing Campaign Gone Wrong
Why Starbucks Korea Closed 2,000 Stores Over a Marketing Campaign Gone Wrong
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A poorly timed Starbucks Korea promotion referencing a pro-democracy massacre has shut 2,000 stores, tanked sales, and triggered a criminal investigation
US, Iran Agree on 60-Day Roadmap for Final Deal After Switzerland Talks
US, Iran Agree on 60-Day Roadmap for Final Deal After Switzerland Talks
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The US and Iran have agreed on a 60-day roadmap toward a final deal following talks in Switzerland, while tensions persisted after President Trump's threats prompted Tehran to suspend quadrilateral di ...
From Siachen to the Lincoln Memorial: How the Entire World Celebrated International Day of Yoga
From Siachen to the Lincoln Memorial: How the Entire World Celebrated International Day of Yoga
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On June 21, 2026, the 12th International Day of Yoga brought together millions across 190 countries under one global theme