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T.N. CM Stalin to lead rally in Chennai in support of Indian Army on May 10
The rally to be led by Mr. Stalin at 5 p.m. on May 10 would be commence from the office of the Director-General of Police and conclude at the War Memorial
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Considering Abu Salem’s early release, Maharashtra tells High Court
In his plea, Abu Salem, the extradited gangster, claimed he had already undergone the 25-year imprisonment term if the remission for good behaviour was included.
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L-70 guns, Schilka, S-400: Weapons India used to intercept Pak drones
On May 8-9, 2025, Pakistan's armed forces initiated multiple drone and munition attacks along the western border, accompanied by ceasefire violations along the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir. The Indian Army effectively repulsed these attacks, responding firmly with advanced weaponry and air defense systems. India also used S-400 missile systems to neutralize incoming threats.
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Elaborate arrangements being made for Modakondamma Festival at Paderu
ASR District Collector asks the officials to ensure effective crowd management and hassle-free darshan for all devotees during the three-day festival
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Pakistan attacks with drones, munitions along western border effectively repulsed: Indian Army
The developments followed the precise missile strikes carried out by the Indian armed forces on nine terror targets in PoK and Pakistan early Wednesday under Operation Sindoor, in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack
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Evacuate now! IPL Chairman rushes onto field during PBKS vs DC match
Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, IPL chairman Arun Dhumal directed spectators to evacuate the Dharamsala stadium, leading to the abandonment of the Punjab Kings versus Delhi Capitals match. A floodlight failure halted the game after 10.1 overs, despite a dominant 122-run opening partnership by Punjab. Players and staff will now travel to Delhi via a special train from Pathankot. A video now viral on social media captures Arun Dhumal walking onto the field and urging the crowd to exit the stadium immediately.
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Simhachalam temple wall collapse: Missed writing on the wall
In the early hours of April 30, on Akshaya Tritiya day, a newly built wall collapsed on devotees queueing up for darshan at the Sri Varaha Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy temple in Simhachalam, crushing seven people to death and injuring many. As stunned kin demand answers, details of neglect of the temple’s infrastructure and oversight in festival arrangements emerge, write B Madhu Gopal and Harish Gilai
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Watch: Army releases video of its strong response to Pak amid drone attacks
Tensions have escalated along the western border as the Indian Army released footage of a Pakistani drone being shot down. This action follows a major assault by Pakistani Armed Forces involving drones, missiles, and ceasefire violations across Jammu and Kashmir. Indian forces repulsed the attacks, responding with force after Operation Sindoor targeted terror camps in retaliation for a prior attack.
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Out of tune: Hindustani great Gangubai Hangal’s childhood home in Dharwad in a state of neglect
Although Gangubai moved to Hubballi at the age of around 14, she had her childhood memories attached to the Dharwad house
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Soaring school fees turn private education into a luxury in Bengaluru
Many parents complain that the annual increase in school fee does not seem to follow any logical pattern. The government, meanwhile, does not appear to be keen on regulation
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Gossip, dreams, and courtroom drama: Theatrenama brings small-town stories alive
Written and directed by Sandeep Shikhar, the play, according to the synopsis by the team, is set in Advocate Mukherjee Street in a North Indian town and revolves around the hair-cutting saloon run by the protagonist, Bachchan
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SIT conducts searches Jagan Mohan Reddy’s PA’s house in liquor scam
Enforcement Directorate officials ask SIT to submit details of liquor scam, to probe under Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
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Stock market today: Nifty50 below 24,100; BSE Sensex tanks over 800 points
Operation Sindoor impact on Indian stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, Nifty50 and BSE Sensex, plunged in red on Friday after continued escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan.
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Pakistan Super League officially relocated to UAE after tensions escalate
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the relocation of the remaining Pakistan Super League (PSL) matches to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). PCB Chair Mohsin Naqvi expressed disappointment that Pakistani fans would miss watching the games live.
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When lives fall through the cracks of an unregulated elevator system
As Hyderabad’s vertical ambitions soar, so do chilling tales of neglect hidden behind painted walls and polished lobbies. From toddlers to professionals, fatal lift accidents are laying bare gaping holes in regulation, oversight and everyday safety. In a city obsessed with speed and scale, safety has become an afterthought. Lavpreet Kaur charts the disasters that are flying under the radar
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Over 2,000 security personnel, veterans join solidarity rally for Indian armed forces
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu, Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar along with other senior political representatives also joined the rally
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Is academic freedom a made-up concept?
In the backdrop of Trump’s moves on Ivy League institutions in America, a look at the scope and limitations of freedom on campus, and why it’s not always easy with institutions being pulled in different directions
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Do restaurants have the right to charge a service fee?
Is the service charge, typically ranging from 5% to 20% across restaurants, a legitimate business practice or an unfair burden on consumers? Why is the issue mired in litigation?
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Two lakh palm trees identified for Neera production in Bihar
An incentive amount will be given to 20,000 toddy tappers at the rate of ₹8 per litre of Neera produced directly to their bank accounts
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Chhattisgarh girl scores 99.17% while overcoming cancer; tops State board
Ishika missed the board examination last year after being diagnosed in October 2023; her family says that while she has always done well academically, this difficult phase strengthened her resolve
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