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'Zero tolerance towards terrorism': PM Modi condemns 'ghastly' attack in Sydney;

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 11:58
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar have strongly condemned the terrorist attack at Sydney's Bondi Beach, which claimed 11 lives and injured 16 others. The attack occurred during a Hanukkah celebration, and India has expressed solidarity with Australia, reiterating its zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism.
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BJP gets new chief: Bihar minister Nitin Nabin appointed working president

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 11:41
Nitin Nabin has been appointed as the new national working president of the Bharatiya Janata Party, succeeding JP Nadda. A PWD minister in Bihar and MLA from Patna's Bankipur constituency, Nabin's political journey began in student politics with the ABVP. He has established himself as a key urban and infrastructure leader since entering electoral politics in the late 2000s.
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Bondi beach mass shooting: Video captures people fleeing to nearby cafe for cover - watch

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 11:00
Tragedy struck Sydney's Bondi Beach as two suspected shooters opened fire, claiming nine lives and injuring eleven. Panic erupted as beachgoers fled the popular tourist spot. One assailant was killed, the other critically wounded. The attack occurred near a Hanukkah celebration, prompting condemnation from Israeli President Isaac Herzog as a "cruel attack on Jews."
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'Bang bang bang': Eyewitnesses recount panic during Bondi Beach shooting; death toll rises to 16

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:55
Tragedy struck Bondi Beach as a violent shooting left eleven dead and several injured. Eyewitnesses described a terrifying scene of continuous gunfire, with reports of two gunmen. Panic ensued as people fled the popular tourist spot, with victims seen on the ground. Authorities confirmed one shooter was killed and another critically wounded.
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Sydney: Bondi Beach mass shooting declared 'terror incident' - top developments

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:43
A violent mass shooting by two gunmen at Sydney's famous Bondi Beach during a Chanukah celebration left nine people dead and several injured. One attacker was killed by police, while another was tackled by a bystander before being arrested. The attack has drawn widespread condemnation from national and international leaders.
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AI models decoded: Oracle founder breaks it down; cites Tesla as ‘low-latency’ intelligence

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:41
Oracle founder Larry Ellison distinguished between two AI model types: those requiring real-time, low-latency decisions for applications like self-driving cars and robotics, and those where delays are acceptable, such as chatbots. He highlighted Tesla's use of local compute for immediate responses, emphasizing that both categories are crucial for AI's future.
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‘140+ all day’: Faster and fitter Shivam Mavi ready for IPL return | Exclusive

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:37
After three injury-hit years away from the IPL, Shivam Mavi feels reborn. Having fixed action-related side-flexion issues, the 27-year-old has played consistently for Uttar Pradesh across formats, clocking 140+ consistently.
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'Our fight is against RSS, BJP; against gaddars indulging in vote chori': Kharge at Congress rally

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:22
The Congress intensified its campaign against alleged vote manipulation and electoral roll revisions with a massive rally in Delhi. Leaders like Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi addressed the gathering, accusing the government of stealing mandates and questioning the Election Commission's impartiality. The party claims to have collected over five crore signatures nationwide to highlight these concerns.
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Joey Porter Sr. admits Dolphins years hurt his family and passion for football

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:15
Joey Porter Sr. revealed the profound impact of his time with the struggling Miami Dolphins, which contrasted sharply with his winning culture in Pittsburgh. The constant losses deeply affected his family, turning game days into dreaded events and forcing him to re-evaluate his role as both a player and father.
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‘Brought untold shame’: Bengal gov fumes over Messi event chaos; urges for strict action

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:04
West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose has called the chaos at Lionel Messi's event a "shame" for Kolkata and football lovers. He demanded strict accountability, including a judicial inquiry and arrests of organizers, emphasizing the need for a standard operating procedure for managing large congregations to prevent public suffering during commercialized events.
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AQI ‘severe plus’ in Delhi: CAQM suspends all outdoor sports; warns of serious health risks to kids

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 10:04
Delhi-NCR's air quality has plunged to 'severe plus', prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to halt all outdoor sports activities. This directive, aimed at protecting children's health, comes as the strictest Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) is enforced. Construction bans and truck entry restrictions are also in effect, with schools adopting hybrid learning.
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Mass shooting at Bondi Beach: Australian PM Albanese calls situation ‘distressing’

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:56
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed shock following a mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, where multiple fatalities were reported. Emergency services are on the scene, with eight individuals transported to hospitals. The Prime Minister is coordinating with state officials and urging those nearby to follow police instructions.
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Sydney shooting: Bystander tackles gunman at Bondi Beach; heroic act caught on camera

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:52
Chaos erupted at Sydney's Bondi Beach as a gunman opened fire, killing at least nine people. A dramatic video shows a brave bystander tackling the shooter and disarming him amidst the panic. Police have apprehended two individuals following the terrifying incident near a Hanukkah event. The scene was one of widespread fear and immediate medical response.
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‘Difficult times’: Hamas confirms top commander Raed Saad killed in Israeli strike

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:40
Hamas confirmed the killing of senior leader Raed Saad and aides by Israeli forces, a day after Israel announced the operation. Saad, described as an architect of the October 7 attack and second-in-command of Hamas's armed wing, was reportedly killed in Gaza's tunnel network. This development risks further destabilizing the fragile truce.
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Microsoft pay row: 8th-largest shareholder questions Nadella’s raise; blames board

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:39
Norway's $2 trillion Sovereign Wealth Fund voted against Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's compensation package and his role as board chair. The fund cited concerns over executive pay transparency and the separation of CEO and chair roles. Despite the fund's opposition, Microsoft's board approved Nadella's increased compensation, citing AI progress.
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Uttar Pradesh: BJP unanimously elects Pankaj Chaudhary state president; who is he?

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:31
Pankaj Chaudhary, Union Minister of State for Finance, has been unanimously elected as the Uttar Pradesh BJP president. A seven-time MP from Maharajganj, Chaudhary began his political career at the grassroots level. His appointment ahead of key political challenges is seen as a thoughtful decision by the party high command.
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Jaiswal sends loud message to Gambhir after Gill’s T20I struggles

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:22
Yashasvi Jaiswal smashed a sensational 101 off 48 balls, leading Mumbai to a remarkable four-wicket victory over Haryana in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. This dominant chase, the second-highest in tournament history, saw Jaiswal's brilliant century, supported by Sarfaraz Khan's quickfire 64, propel Mumbai to a memorable win.
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Sydney: Bondi Beach shooting toll rises to 11; one gunman killed, other critical

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:19
Multiple shots were reported at Sydney's Bondi Beach, prompting a large police and emergency response. Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area and take shelter. Two individuals have been taken into custody, and several patients are receiving on-site treatment, with some transported to local hospitals.
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Fact Check: Is China carrying out a massive military build-up near Arunachal Pradesh? Here's the truth behind viral claim

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:15
PIB has debunked viral claims of a large-scale Chinese military build-up near Arunachal Pradesh. The government's fact-checking agency clarified that the circulated video depicts a routine exercise by the PLA's 78th Group Army, unrelated to the Indian border. Citizens are urged to verify information from official sources.
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'Severely damaging': Domestic industry warns against 'zero-duty imports under FTAs'

Sun, 12/14/2025 - 09:09
India's domestic copper manufacturing faces severe damage from cheap imports under free trade agreements, according to the Indian Primary Copper Producers Association. The industry body urges the government to implement safeguard duties and quantitative restrictions to protect investments and prevent the erosion of the smelting and downstream manufacturing base.
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