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7th India-flagged LPG tanker crosses Hormuz, 17 in queue
In a significant maritime achievement, an Indian LPG tanker has successfully maneuvered through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, flanked by six compatriots that have already reached Indian shores. However, the tension persists as seventeen Indian vessels, two of which are LPG carriers, hold position on the western side, biding their time for a chance to
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Candidates Chess: R Praggnanandhaa wastes his best chance to score win
India’s R Praggnanandhaa missed a prime chance for victory at the Candidates Tournament, settling for a draw against Andrey Esipenko. Meanwhile, Vaishali Rameshbabu faced her first defeat against Zhu Jiner in the Women’s Candidates, while Divya Deshmukh secured a hard-fought draw. The tournament’s early stages show a strong lead by Javokhir Sindarov.
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‘I’ve changed mentally and technically’: Padikkal reveals truth behind his T20 transformation
Devdutt Padikkal is transforming into a T20 force, showcasing an aggressive shift in his batting after a blistering 61. He credits mental reset and technical fine-tuning with RCB’s think tank for his evolution. Padikkal remains focused on his role in the explosive RCB lineup and the ultimate goal of representing India.
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Special session a violation of election code, claims Congress
The Congress party has criticized the BJP’s recently announced ‘special session’, accusing it of violating campaign regulations, particularly regarding the contentious women’s quota bill, which they claim is aimed at influencing voters in Tamil Nadu and Bengal. They express concern over proposed adjustments to parliamentary seats, warning it could marginalize smaller states and exacerbate regional
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Hardik Pandya gears up to bowl full quota at 2027 ODI World Cup
Hardik Pandya is actively working to prove his fitness for bowling 10 overs in ODIs, aiming to be a key player for the 2027 World Cup. Despite initial concerns from the BCCI, he has demonstrated his readiness in domestic matches and is undergoing rigorous training to assure selectors of his bowling capabilities.
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‘Dhurandhar 2’ crosses Rs 1,500 crore mark worldwide in 16 days
Ranveer Singh’s ‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ continues its impressive box office run, crossing Rs 1500 crore worldwide. The spy thriller saw a significant jump on its third Friday, with India net collections nearing Rs 1000 crore. The film’s strong performance indicates further growth over the weekend.
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Government confident of cross-party support for women’s quota bills
The government plans to reconvene Parliament for a special session to pass women’s reservation legislation for 2029. Despite opposition parties questioning the timing and motives, they’ve largely supported the proposal itself. The NDA is confident due to broad past support and women’s growing influence as voters, anticipating passage of key bills.
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Coach borrows Rs 10L to fire MP rural girls’ team to national women’s football league
Football coach Param Ashawar took a significant personal loan to fund his underprivileged girls’ team, District Raisen Football Club, enabling their historic qualification for Tier 2 of the Indian Women’s League. Despite financial burdens, the team’s success, including a victory over Odisha FC, fuels his commitment to advancing women’s football in Madhya Pradesh.
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Uttarakhand school collects money from students, builds ‘ghost temple’
A government school in Uttarakhand’s Kumaon hills is embroiled in controversy after constructing a ‘temple’ on campus. This was done to appease the spirit of a Nepali labourer, believed to have haunted the school for 30 years following an accidental death. The unusual construction, funded by the school community, followed unexplained incidents of girls falling