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Kotak warns of ‘return of colonialism’, urges India Inc to bet on innovation

Uday Kotak warns of a return to global colonialism, citing geopolitical shifts and US policy. He urges India Inc to boost innovation, manufacturing, and energy security, emphasizing self-reliance. Kotak highlights the changing global power balance and the need for India to seize this turning point with urgency and purpose, preparing for potential structural disruptions.

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‘Standards should not be lowered’: How Tharoor reacted to Kharge’s ‘people illiterate in Gujarat’ remark

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s remarks about Kerala voters being “educated and clever” and unlike those in Gujarat have drawn sharp criticism from the BJP. Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor responded by urging a higher standard of political discourse, stating that “our standards should not be lowered to that of those who use bad language.”

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Kerala’s Ezhava equation: Is the Left losing its loyal Hindu base?

Long before electoral arithmetic began to matter, the Ezhavas were fighting for something more fundamental. Recognition, dignity and access. In 1896, a petition signed by 13,176 members of the community was submitted to the Travancore maharaja, protesting their exclusion from government jobs. It was not merely a grievance letter. It was an early articulation of

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Centre asks states to double daily supply of 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers

States and Union Territories are directed to double the daily supply of 5-kg LPG cylinders for migrant workers, ensuring targeted distribution with Oil Marketing Company support. The Centre assures a stable overall LPG supply, dismissing reports of shortages at petrol pumps and LPG distributors. Over 6.75 lakh 5-kg cylinders have been sold since March 23.

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Pakistan senator says UAE ‘helpless’ amid $3.5b loan repayment

Pakistan is repaying a $3.5 billion loan to the UAE, citing the ally’s “need and helplessness” amid regional conflicts and financial commitments. Senator Mushahid Hussain highlighted historical ties and Pakistan’s role in the UAE’s development. He also cautioned Islamabad about the UAE’s significant Indian population, warning against potential integration into “Akhand Bharat.”

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Ram Temple-like public awareness needed to end cow slaughter: Mohan Bhagwat

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged public devotion to cows, suggesting it would end slaughter, drawing parallels to the Ram Temple movement. He advocated for supporting cow shelters and emphasized that public sentiment drives systemic change. Bhagwat also expressed confidence in India becoming a global leader, guided by spiritual values and compassion.

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Google announces Gemini updates to help when users ask about mental health issues

Google is enhancing its Gemini chatbot to better identify users in distress and connect them with mental health resources. The AI will now offer a one-touch interface for crisis support and a redesigned module for general mental health information. Google is also funding global crisis helplines and integrating Gemini into training tools for sensitive conversations.

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