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Grim theory on missing coach Travis Turner as veteran cop warns chilling clues

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 22:34
A missing Virginia football coach, Travis Turner, may never be found. He vanished from his home on November 20. Authorities charged him with child pornography offenses. A law enforcement expert states dense woods and wildlife make recovery difficult. Search teams are using advanced tools, but success remains uncertain. A reward is offered for information leading to his arrest.
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Indigo fiasco: Airline chaos abates but baggage nightmare persists for passengers

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 22:18
Hundreds of passengers faced a chaotic ordeal at Kempegowda International Airport as IndiGo flights were cancelled, leading to prolonged waits for abandoned and often damaged baggage. Passengers described a system collapse with no clear communication or assistance, causing significant stress and loss.
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Tim Pool reports shooting at home amid storm over Erika Kirk divorce debate

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 22:03
Tim Pool reported shots fired at his West Virginia home on December 5, hours after a podcast episode featuring Milo Yiannopoulos made unverified claims about Erika and Charlie Kirk. Pool's security team is reviewing footage, and he suggested the incident was meant to intimidate. Authorities have not yet confirmed the shooting.
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People near mines inhaling danger: Lok Sabha data flags lung harm; calls grow for tighter safeguards

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 21:47
Recent findings indicate that neighborhoods adjacent to Indian mining operations are experiencing significant lung health issues and exposure to heavy metals, reflecting the dangers faced by workers. Research highlights concerning levels of abnormal lung function and signs of fibrosis, even among children, underscoring the severe impact of dust pollution.
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What did Putin’s visit to India achieve? | Explained

Hindu - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 21:47
Where do India-Russia relations stand? What did the two sides agree on during the recent summit? What statements did both leaders make on the Ukraine war? Why is Putin’s visit significant at this juncture when India is negotiating a free trade agreement with the U.S.?
Categories: National News

One-day gap no ground to deny increment: HC rules for BSF retiree; dues to be released

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 21:17
In a landmark decision, the Punjab and Haryana high court has upheld the rights of a retired BSF inspector, affirming that a year of dedicated service cannot be dismissed based on a matter of mere hours. The court emphasized that increments earned are a testament to the hard work put in, not to be undermined by technicalities.
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Bareilly demolition halted by HC: ‘Due process first’; civic body told to hear residents

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 21:02
Allahabad High Court has halted the demolition of 27 homes in Bareilly's Shahabad area, emphasizing due process. Residents, who had been paying taxes for years, received notices declaring their homes illegal. The court directed the civic body to issue a reasoned order after a personal hearing, preventing any coercive action until then.
Categories: National News

J&K exam age row erupts: Omar targets LG over delay; Raj Bhavan counters claim

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:54
A political spat has erupted over age relaxation for Jammu and Kashmir's civil services exam. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah accused Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha of delaying a crucial file, while the LG's office countered that misleading claims are circulating. Aspirants face uncertainty as the December 7 exam approaches, with student protests demanding an age limit increase.
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Fire at Goa nightclub caused by cylinder blast kills 23 staff members

Hindu - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:54
At least 23 bodies have been recovered. Those who have died were the staff of the club, says DGP Alok Kumar
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India witnessing a ‘psychological renaissance’: PM Modi

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:38
Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared India is experiencing a "psychological renaissance," shedding a colonial mindset that once labeled its slow growth the "Hindu rate of growth." He asserted the nation is now a global economic driver, lauded for its rapid development amidst a worldwide slowdown. This transformation, he emphasized, signifies a profound shift in national confidence and global standing.
Categories: National News

Satellite-based phone tracking under study: Privacy a hurdle; device makers, govt at odds

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:36
Government discussions are under way for mandatory satellite-assisted mobile phone tracking for law enforcement and disaster management. The proposal, stalled for five years due to privacy concerns and device maker reluctance, aims for more accurate location data than current tower-based methods. Manufacturers like Apple and Samsung are wary of potential misuse and insist on user consent for such pinpoint tracking.
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Customs overhaul next: FM vows cleaner, tech-led regime; duties may be cut further

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:34
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced comprehensive reforms for Customs, aiming for greater transparency and simplified compliance. Following successful Income Tax Act overhauls, the government plans to introduce technology for faster goods clearance and reduce discretionary powers. Customs duties will also be reviewed and lowered where necessary, marking this as the next significant reform initiative.
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Bengal SIR row: SC, ST activists urge ECI to simplify rules, set up assistance camps

Hindu - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 20:10
In a letter to the CEC, the rights body appealed for marginalised people to be able to link themselves to any relative across their extended family whose name is present in the electoral roll of 2002, and urged the Commission to organise assistance camps
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S. Muralidhar | Humane justice

Hindu - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:55
The former Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court will head a UN Commission to investigate human rights violations in the occupied Palestinian territories
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J&K L-G and CM spar over age relaxation for job aspirants amid protests

Hindu - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:50
Hundreds of job aspirants who have crossed the age bar of 32 are unable to sit for the examination. The Open Merit aspirants are protesting to increase the current upper age limit from 32 to 37 to bring it at par with the rest of the country.
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‘SC ruling on wedding gifts a win for all Muslim women’

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:44
A landmark Supreme Court ruling grants divorced Muslim women the right to reclaim wedding gifts from their parents. Rousanara Begum's two-decade legal battle culminated in this victory, affirming women's dignity and property rights. This precedent-setting judgment clarifies that gifts given to a bride belong to her, offering hope to many across India.
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Bengal SIR 1st phase almost over, 28L remain unmapped, may face EC hearing

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:38
As Bengal gears up for the finalization of its electoral roll, the digitization process has covered nearly all of the 7.6 crore voters. However, a significant number—approximately 28-30 lakh—need to attend hearings to clarify data inconsistencies and stay on the rolls. Furthermore, over 54 lakh voters are being eliminated due to reasons such as inaccessibility, death, or duplication.
Categories: National News

Foundation for ‘Babri’ masjid in West Bengal sparks political fire

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:32
A controversial foundation ceremony for a mosque, described as "Babri Masjid-styled," in Murshidabad on the anniversary of the 1992 demolition sparked political and communal tensions. Thousands attended the event organized by a suspended MLA, who declared it "emotional restitution." Political parties reacted sharply, with the TMC distancing itself and the BJP accusing it of vote bank politics.
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Anna Kournikova & Enrique Iglesias net worth 2025: Career, earnings, biz

Times of India - Sat, 12/06/2025 - 19:31
Tennis star Anna Kournikova and music icon Enrique Iglesias boast a combined net worth of $160 million in 2025. While Kournikova's fame transcended her $4 million prize money through lucrative endorsements, Iglesias' wealth stems from over 130 million record sales and global tours. Both have strategically invested in Miami real estate, contributing to their substantial shared fortune.
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