Weak Monsoon Prolongs South Bengal’s Summer Woes – Outlook India
Weak Monsoon Prolongs South Bengal’s Summer Woes Outlook India
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Iran goal-scorer Mohebi’s ‘gun’ celebration angers fans, sparks calls for FIFA WC ban
Iran’s Mohammad Mohebi sparked online debate after scoring a crucial equalizer against New Zealand in their World Cup qualifier. His goal celebration, a hand gesture resembling a gun, drew mixed reactions amid pre-match political protests. While some deemed it inappropriate, others defended it as an emotional, sporting reaction.
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Anurag Kashyap slams theatres for ‘killing’ films like ‘Bandar’ and ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’
In a new interview, filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has critiqued the lack of screens for Indian films like Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ and his own film ‘Bandar,’ compared to Hollywood releases like ‘Obsession’. Kashyap revealed he gets upset when fans praise his films years later on OTT, noting they never supported them in theatres. The
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Modi-Trump Meeting at G7 to Focus on Trade Deal Amid Tensions Over Indian Sailors’ Deaths – Outlook India
Modi-Trump Meeting at G7 to Focus on Trade Deal Amid Tensions Over Indian Sailors’ Deaths Outlook India
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‘Drugged, raped, filmed’: Nagpur woman alleges abuse, ‘hypnosis’ during forced conversion
A video surfaces showing a woman pleading to be released while a man chants religious verses, allegedly linked to her claims of rape, blackmail, and forced religious conversion in Nagpur. The woman alleges her former acquaintance, Ayyaz Taj Madare, subjected her to rituals, spiked her drink, and extorted money before forcing a conversion and marriage.
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Karan Johar backs ‘Odiyan’; Prithviraj, Manju Warrier lead folklore mystery
Karan Johar officially announces his entry into Malayalam cinema with ‘Odiyan,’ starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Manju Warrier. Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, the film blends folklore and mystery, promising a unique pan-Indian release across five languages. Johar expressed excitement for this collaboration, highlighting Sadasivan’s skill in native ghost storytelling.
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Dell CEO Michael Dell makes one of largest public university donations in US history
Michael Dell has gifted a staggering $750 million to the University of Texas at Austin, propelling the creation of a groundbreaking AI-native hospital and research campus. This substantial donation, adding to his family’s legacy of support, will also bolster scholarships, advanced computing, and vital medical research, underscoring Dell’s enduring connection to his alma mater.
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US-Iran peace deal: What opening of Strait of Hormuz would mean for India’s crude oil supplies
Prior to the outbreak of the conflict, the Gulf region supplied roughly 40% of India’s crude oil imports. After the war began on February 28, inflows from the region declined sharply.
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‘Increase in crimes involving North Indians’: K Annamalai demands stricter checks on migrants
Former BJP leader K Annamalai voiced concerns over alleged increased involvement of North Indian individuals in crimes across Tamil Nadu, following a child’s death. He questioned the state government’s mechanisms for tracking migrant workers and urged for a comprehensive database to enhance oversight and prevent future incidents.
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Why some analysts see more behind ban on Anthropic’s latest AI models than an ‘Amazon complaint’
US officials reportedly banned Anthropic’s AI models due to communication failures and perceived disregard for cyber orders, not just Amazon’s warning. Concerns over a potential China-linked leak of the Mythos model and past Pentagon clashes also fueled mistrust. Anthropic faces meetings to address compliance and security vulnerabilities.