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The three-day conference features four lead talks, thirty plenary talks, ten technical sessions, fourteen faculty short talks, twelve oral presentations, and twenty-nine poster presentations showcasing recent advances and emerging trends in molecular signalling research

Highlighting that unity would play a key role in the party’s growth, the Minister cautioned against internal strife and petty disputes

"PM Modi visited Israel on February 25 at a time when the entire world was aware that a U.S.-Israel military attack on Iran for regime change was imminent. The assault began just two days after Mr. Modi left Israel, where his speech to the Knesset was a display of shameful moral cowardice," says Jairam Ramesh

The key sectors to which flight service were affected include: Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Dubai and Doha

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) said the helplines set up by the Department of Non-Resident Keralites Affairs (NoRKA) had processed 381 distress calls since the start of the conflict.

The Israeli military confirmed a large-scale operation killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran. The IDF stated Khamenei was responsible for years of repression and aimed to destroy Israel, leading a terror axis. His elimination marks the end of a significant chapter, according to the military. Iran's government acknowledged the US-Israeli strikes shortly after.

Residents and civic representatives continue to complain about the improper waste disposal which is affecting the community nearby

Rahul Maharana was attacked with a sharp weapon following an altercation with the trio

In a swift and decisive move, a joint US-Israeli operation, dubbed 'Epic Fury,' has reportedly targeted Iran's leadership, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei being a primary casualty. CENTCOM confirmed "swift and decisive action" following prior warnings, deploying advanced weaponry including HIMARS, Tomahawk missiles, and F-35 jets to dismantle the Iranian regime's security apparatus.

Dubai experienced significant disruption after being caught in a conflict between Iran and US-Israel forces following Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s death. Iranian missiles and drones targeted military bases and civilian infrastructure, causing damage to the airport, Burj Al Arab, and Palm Jumeirah, with four injuries reported.

Maharashtra government announced financial assistance of ₹5 lakh, PM Modi announced an ex gratia of ₹2 lakh each for the kin of the deceased

CPI State Secretary Gujjula Eswaraiah demanded the government to take strict action against drug mafia, medical mafia and corporate medical exploitation

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed 22 universities, including Harvard and MIT, from the Pentagon's list for military officer education, citing "anti-American" sentiments. New partnerships are proposed with institutions like Liberty University and George Mason, focusing on AI and space, despite previous collaborations with removed schools on critical research.

Following Supreme Leader Khamenei's killing, Iran's top security official Ali Larijani vowed retaliation against the US and announced plans for a transitional leadership council. Larijani, a powerful figure with extensive experience, will oversee the immediate political management and security response during this critical juncture for the Islamic Republic.

Pakistan's T20 World Cup journey concluded without reaching the semi-finals, highlighting significant team weaknesses. Critics pointed to slow batting, underperforming all-rounders, and questionable captaincy decisions as reasons for their struggles against top international teams. The team failed to adapt to the evolving demands of T20 cricket, leading to widespread disappointment among fans.

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's reported death in US-Israeli strikes has created a leadership vacuum in Iran, with his son Mojtaba emerging as a potential successor. Mojtaba, an influential but opaque figure with strong ties to the IRGC, faces constitutional hurdles to the top post.

The meeting is scheduled to be held four days before the last date for filing nominations in the Rajya Sabha polls

Her village Bettathuru is on the fringes of the forest and Pooja’s house was barely 100 metres from the forest area