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Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma spotted at Mumbai airport after retirement announcement
Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket after a remarkable 14-year career, amassing 9230 runs, including 30 centuries. He and his wife, Anushka Sharma, were spotted at the Mumbai airport shortly after the announcement. Kohli, India's most successful Test captain with 40 wins, expressed gratitude for the game and his experiences, stepping away with a heart full of gratitude.
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India extends financial support to Maldives through rollover of $50 million Treasury Bill
At the request of the Maldivian government, the State Bank of India (SBI) has subscribed, for one more year, a $50 million Government Treasury Bill issued by the Ministry of Finance of Maldives, the Indian High Commission in the Maldives said
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Fire breaks out at textile shop on Ranganathan Street in Chennai
Sources said the fire was brought under control, and no casualty has been reported so far
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Mamata spoke to me, assured of effort for my husband's release: Wife of BSF jawan detained by Pakistan
The wife of the BSF personnel said she is hopeful that her husband could be brought back through a possible swap with a Pakistani Ranger who was apprehended by Indian forces in Rajasthan
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When the North of India plunged into darkness
The Indian Government instructed blackouts for the first time since the Indo-Pak War of 1971 and even though a ceasefire, announced on May 10, brought some respite that lasted a few hours, the situation remains grim and unpredictable. What is it like to live near the border right now?
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PM Modi chairs high-level meeting ahead of India, Pakistan DGMOs talk
NSA Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and all three service chiefs were among those who attended the meeting.
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US welcomes India-Pakistan ceasefire, applauds diplomatic breakthrough
The US welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire, praising both nations for choosing diplomacy. President Trump and secretary Rubio urged continued communication. The ceasefire followed India’s Operation Sindoor, which neutralized over 100 terrorists and targeted Pakistani airbases. India’s military commanders highlighted the operation's success, while Vice Admiral Pramod issued a stern warning to Pakistan against further aggression.
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High drama at Bengaluru pub as security guard claims he locked up an armed intruder; QRTs find cash stolen but no sign of suspect
Investigation revealed that the intruder entered the premises of Geometry Brewery and Kitchen in Malleswaram by breaking open the back door, made his way to the brewery office on the third floor, damaged a few CCTV cameras and made away with cash of around ₹50,000 from the cashbox.
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15 godowns gutted in fire at village in Thane district; no casualty
Fire in Thane district godowns containing petroleum products, no casualties reported, fire under control after 6 hours
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Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in first Sunday address
Pope Leo XIV, in his inaugural Sunday address, passionately appealed for global peace, echoing the sentiments of his predecessor. He specifically called for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza, a peaceful resolution in Ukraine, and expressed hope for lasting accord between India and Pakistan. The new pontiff's words resonated deeply with the massive crowd gathered in St. Peter's Square.
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US, China suspend part of their tariffs for 90 days; tariffs to come down 115%
The United States and China have agreed to a 90-day part suspension of tariffs, signaling a potential breakthrough in trade negotiations. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the suspension alongside a commitment to significantly reduce existing tariff rates by 115%.
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Are banks closed on May 12 for Buddha Purnima? Check state-wise list
Banks across multiple Indian cities, including Delhi and Mumbai, are closed today, May 12, for Buddha Purnima. While over-the-counter services are unavailable, online banking, mobile apps, and ATMs remain operational. Normal banking activities will resume on Tuesday, May 13. Looking ahead, banks will also be closed on various dates later in May for state-specific holidays and weekends.
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32 airports closed due to India-Pakistan tensions set to reopen
Civil flight operations from 32 airports across northern and western India, including Srinagar and Amritsar, were suspended from May 9 to May 15
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Germany turns first asylum seekers away at border — report
Germany has started turning away asylum seekers at its borders with other European nations. This action follows the government's recent tightening of immigration policies. In a two-day period, authorities rejected many migrants due to invalid visas and fake documents. They also detained smugglers and individuals linked to extremism. The move has sparked criticism from politicians and neighboring EU countries.
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Maharashtra police search home of Kerala activist held for ‘plotting war’ against Union govt
Maharashtra police team is assisted by personnel from Anti-Terrorist Squad of Kerala Police during search carried out at residence of Rejaz M Sheeba Sydeek (26) within Edappally police station limits
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'Why?' Who said what on Virat Kohli's sudden Test retirement
Virat Kohli, who captained India to the WTC final in 2021, has announced his retirement from Test cricket after 123 matches. He scored 9230 runs, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. Kohli expressed gratitude for the game and his experiences, while former cricketer Harbhajan Singh questioned the timing of his decision.
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Mother's Day: Revisiting JD Vance’s complex relationship with his mother
JD Vance's challenging childhood in Middletown, Ohio, marked by instability and his mother's addiction, shaped his path. Raised amidst chaos, he found refuge with his maternal grandparents, who provided stability and guidance. Vance credits them for his success, from Yale Law to becoming Vice President, highlighting the resilience needed to overcome adversity and honoring the woman who raised him.
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Watch: What goes on behind the scenes at Chennai Metro Rail?
Its workforce is highly efficient, taking commuters to their destinations, safe and fast. The Hindu takes the reader through every step of the operation
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Man stabs his kin to death in Visakhapatnam
Another person who tried to stop the fight between the family members was injured.
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Shift 2,000-plus employees and …: Google to court on what it'll be forced to do
Google's search chief testified that implementing DOJ's antitrust remedies could divert 20% of the search team, about 2,000 employees. Liz Reid highlighted privacy risks and the $20 billion investment in Google's Knowledge Graph if proprietary data is shared.
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