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Rinku Singh is set to rejoin the Indian squad this evening after a brief absence due to his father's ill health. The middle-order batter had returned home urgently, missing training sessions. His father is reportedly in serious condition in an NCR hospital. Singh's availability for the crucial Super 8 match against Zimbabwe was in doubt following his departure.

A Class 10 student in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district gave birth in an examination centre's washroom during her Mathematics board paper. She experienced severe stomach pain and delivered a baby boy after writing for two hours. Both mother and child are reported to be stable.

In affidavit, film’s producer Vipul Amrutlal Shah says the definite article 'The' in the sequel’s title is a reference to the first film in the franchise and ‘does not restrict the movie’s subject matter to Kerala alone’

Gold futures surged by Rs 1,322 to Rs 1,61,291 per 10 grams on Wednesday, fueled by fresh speculator buying and strong physical market demand. Overseas markets also saw gold prices climb. The article details current gold rates per gram for 24K, 22K, and 18K in major Indian cities.

Kerala has long been described as India’s political laboratory — not without reason.

The killing of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes in Mexico has raised fresh concerns about safety just months before the FIFA World Cup 2026. The operation took place near Tapalpa in Jalisco state. More than 70 people died during the military action and its aftermath. The violence has worried tourism businesses across the region.

Large vehicles, each capable of carrying as much as 2 million barrels of crude, are likely to reduce freight costs for traders and buyers, ease the shortage of smaller vessels and quicken deliveries from next month.

“A total of 76 suspected cases have been identified. A total of 54 patients are undergoing treatment at various hospitals, including KIMS, and one death with comorbidities was also reported,” says Srikakulam collector

The Uttarakhand High Court quashed POCSO proceedings against a 21-year-old man after he lawfully married the 17-year-old victim. The court cited their peaceful cohabitation and the woman's pregnancy, deeming continuation of the case a denial of justice. This decision emphasizes compassion and practicality in specific post-marriage scenarios.

Clearance permits conversion of 17.26 hectares of forest land under Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980 for execution of Anakkampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi tunnel road project connecting Kozhikode and Wayanad districts. Union Ministry lays down 24 stringent conditions for the execution without harming nature and ecosystem

During the hearing, the counsel for the petitioner argued that while they do not oppose inter-community marriages, the film’s portrayal of a woman was unacceptable

After the peace meeting, the district administration comprising police and revenue officials escorted the newly-wed couple to perform puja

The State Government has set its sights on coal gasification, keeping in view the diverse applications of its end products, which can be used in steel manufacturing, city gas grids, power generation and in multiple other sectors.

Delhi has launched the 'Rah-Veer' initiative, offering a Rs 25,000 cash reward and certificate to citizens who help seriously injured road accident victims. This scheme, part of a Central government program, aims to encourage prompt assistance during the critical 'golden hour' and reduce fears of legal complications. Annually, ten outstanding Rah-Veers will receive a Rs 1 lakh national award.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was evacuated from his residence following a bomb threat linked to Shen Yun performances. Emails warned of explosives if shows proceeded, threatening the Prime Minister's Lodge. Shen Yun confirmed they would continue their Australian tour and called for an investigation. This incident follows similar threats targeting the group globally.

The Madras High Court has dismissed the Tamil Nadu government's appeal against the acquittal of nine aides of forest brigand Veerappan in the 2000 Kannada actor Rajkumar abduction case. A trial court had acquitted the surviving nine accused in September 2018, a decision now upheld by the High Court after a five-year appeal process.

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Gangster Naveen Boxer allegedly claimed responsibility for the attack through a social media post purported to be from him

“I was not expecting that an officer who fought against terrorism and criminals would face such an action,” says Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary