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AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution
The AIIMS-Delhi is studying links between exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter 2.5, and the risk of developing lung cancer. Read More
67% ADG Posts, 100% Top Ranks For IPS Officers: Centre’s New Paramilitary Bill Explained
The top ranks of Special Director General and Director General “shall be filled by deputation only,” the bill copy reviewed by News18 shows. Read More
Owaisi Targets Centre Over Uttam Nagar Tensions, Questions ‘Rule of Law’
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AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi launched a sharp attack on the Centre during Namaz-e-Juma at Mecca Masjid, questioning the state of law and order in the country. Read More
EAM Jaishankar Holds Talks With Australia, Canada Over West Asia Crisis
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday spoke to his Australian counterpart Penny Wong and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, and discussed the West Asia crisis. Read More
Big Exit: Rupali Chakankar Maharashtra Women’s Commission Chief Steps Down Over Kharat Row
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Rupali Chakankar resigned as chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women on Friday night, in a significant development linked to the arrest of self-styled godm Read More
Dame Jenni Murray, former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter, dies at 75
Vintage Murray moments from the show included a confrontation with Mrs Thatcher about her childcare policies, a flirtatious interview with actor Jack Nicholson, challenging Edwina Currie about her affair with John Major, and asking Hillary Clinton h Read More
Martial artist and actor Chuck Norris dies aged 86
He was known for Walker, Texas Ranger and The Way of the Dragon – and numerous online memes. Read More
Rakesh Bedi reacts to ‘Dhurandhar 2’ being called ‘propaganda’ film
Rakesh Bedi, who has been a part of the film industry since the late 1970s and known for iconic shows like ‘Srimaan Srimati’ and movies like ‘Chashme Buddoor’ among many others, has found a fresh wave of appreciati Read More
Akshay Kumar pens tribute for martial artist, actor Chuck Norris
Akshay Kumar was a martial artist before he became an actor and over the years, the actor has set a benchmark in the industry when it comes to action. Read More
Mammootty, Asif Ali, and Naslen team up for‘Mattancherry Mafia’
Megastar Mammootty is set to star in Khalid Rahman’s upcoming gangster comedy, ‘Mattancherry Mafia,’ alongside Asif Ali and Naslen. Read More
Fuel Shock Continues: Industrial Diesel Jumps Over Rs 20 After Petrol Hike, Crosses Rs 100/Litre
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Following the recent hike in premium petrol, oil marketing companies have also reportedly raised the price of industrial diesel, adding to cost pressures across key sectors. Read More
8th Pay Commission: Pensioners’ Body Seeks New DA Formula, Flags Flaws In Current Index
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8th Pay Commission: A pensioners’ organisation has urged the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) to revisit the way Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated, recommending t Read More
Premium Petrol Price Hike: Fuel Costs Rise By Over 2 Rupees Across India
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Oil Marketing Companies in India have initiated a price revision for premium fuel variants, with brands such as Speed and Power seeing an increase of 2.09 per litre. Read More
Stock Markets End Higher, Sensex Ends At 74,596, Nifty Tests 23,134Â
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The Indian benchmark indices ended higher on Friday as the Sensex ended over 413 points higher at 74,596 and the Nifty ended more than 132 points higher at 23,134 at 3:30 PM Read More
Oil Prices Fall After US Signals Iran Relief: Is The Worst Of The Energy Shock Over?
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Global oil markets saw a breather on Friday, with prices easing after the United States hinted at a possible relaxation of restrictions on Iranian crude. Read More
Flight rerouting drives corporate travel costs up to 2x for Indian companies
Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are reshaping corporate travel strategies for Indian businesses, with a growing focus on route safety and operational certainty over traditional cost-saving measures. Read More
StarDream Cruises introduces Bhajan Jamming experience aboard genting dream sailings
StarDream Cruises has announced the introduction of a Bhajan Jamming experience onboard Genting Dream, bringing a participatory devotional music format to cruise travel. Read More
Polar Latitudes adds ‘Discoverer’ to fleet, expands Antarctic expedition Programme
Polar Latitudes Expeditions has announced the addition of a new expedition vessel, Discoverer, to its fleet, marking a strategic expansion of its Antarctic cruise programme. Read More
AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution
The AIIMS-Delhi is studying links between exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter 2.5, and the risk of developing lung cancer. Read More
67% ADG Posts, 100% Top Ranks For IPS Officers: Centre’s New Paramilitary Bill Explained
The top ranks of Special Director General and Director General “shall be filled by deputation only,” the bill copy reviewed by News18 shows. Read More
Owaisi Targets Centre Over Uttam Nagar Tensions, Questions ‘Rule of Law’
Show Quick Read
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AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi launched a sharp attack on the Centre during Namaz-e-Juma at Mecca Masjid, questioning the state of law and order in the country. Read More
EAM Jaishankar Holds Talks With Australia, Canada Over West Asia Crisis
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday spoke to his Australian counterpart Penny Wong and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, and discussed the West Asia crisis. Read More
Big Exit: Rupali Chakankar Maharashtra Women’s Commission Chief Steps Down Over Kharat Row
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Rupali Chakankar resigned as chairperson of the Maharashtra State Commission for Women on Friday night, in a significant development linked to the arrest of self-styled godm Read More
Dame Jenni Murray, former BBC Woman’s Hour presenter, dies at 75
Vintage Murray moments from the show included a confrontation with Mrs Thatcher about her childcare policies, a flirtatious interview with actor Jack Nicholson, challenging Edwina Currie about her affair with John Major, and asking Hillary Clinton h Read More
Martial artist and actor Chuck Norris dies aged 86
He was known for Walker, Texas Ranger and The Way of the Dragon – and numerous online memes. Read More
Rakesh Bedi reacts to ‘Dhurandhar 2’ being called ‘propaganda’ film
Rakesh Bedi, who has been a part of the film industry since the late 1970s and known for iconic shows like ‘Srimaan Srimati’ and movies like ‘Chashme Buddoor’ among many others, has found a fresh wave of appreciati Read More
Akshay Kumar pens tribute for martial artist, actor Chuck Norris
Akshay Kumar was a martial artist before he became an actor and over the years, the actor has set a benchmark in the industry when it comes to action. Read More
Mammootty, Asif Ali, and Naslen team up for‘Mattancherry Mafia’
Megastar Mammootty is set to star in Khalid Rahman’s upcoming gangster comedy, ‘Mattancherry Mafia,’ alongside Asif Ali and Naslen. Read More
Fuel Shock Continues: Industrial Diesel Jumps Over Rs 20 After Petrol Hike, Crosses Rs 100/Litre
Show Quick Read
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Following the recent hike in premium petrol, oil marketing companies have also reportedly raised the price of industrial diesel, adding to cost pressures across key sectors. Read More
8th Pay Commission: Pensioners’ Body Seeks New DA Formula, Flags Flaws In Current Index
Show Quick Read
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8th Pay Commission: A pensioners’ organisation has urged the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) to revisit the way Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated, recommending t Read More
Premium Petrol Price Hike: Fuel Costs Rise By Over 2 Rupees Across India
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Oil Marketing Companies in India have initiated a price revision for premium fuel variants, with brands such as Speed and Power seeing an increase of 2.09 per litre. Read More
Stock Markets End Higher, Sensex Ends At 74,596, Nifty Tests 23,134Â
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
The Indian benchmark indices ended higher on Friday as the Sensex ended over 413 points higher at 74,596 and the Nifty ended more than 132 points higher at 23,134 at 3:30 PM Read More
Oil Prices Fall After US Signals Iran Relief: Is The Worst Of The Energy Shock Over?
Show Quick Read
Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom
Global oil markets saw a breather on Friday, with prices easing after the United States hinted at a possible relaxation of restrictions on Iranian crude. Read More
Flight rerouting drives corporate travel costs up to 2x for Indian companies
Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are reshaping corporate travel strategies for Indian businesses, with a growing focus on route safety and operational certainty over traditional cost-saving measures. Read More
StarDream Cruises introduces Bhajan Jamming experience aboard genting dream sailings
StarDream Cruises has announced the introduction of a Bhajan Jamming experience onboard Genting Dream, bringing a participatory devotional music format to cruise travel. Read More
Polar Latitudes adds ‘Discoverer’ to fleet, expands Antarctic expedition Programme
Polar Latitudes Expeditions has announced the addition of a new expedition vessel, Discoverer, to its fleet, marking a strategic expansion of its Antarctic cruise programme. Read More
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ISRO’s alarming reality: 129 pieces of Indian space junk are now orbiting Earth, posing collision risks and raising global concerns
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India’s space programme has built a reputation for precision, efficiency, and steady progress over the decades. Read More
US deploys marines, amphibious forces to West Asia as Hormuz crisis escalates
The deployment comes as Washington seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions with Iran, surging oil prices, and a broader military buildup in the region
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White House Warns US Can Attack Iran’s Kharg Island ‘At Any Time’ If Trump Orders
The White House confirmation came shortly after US media reported that additional Marines are being deployed to the Middle East. Read More
AIIMS-Delhi to study link between lung cancer and air pollution
The AIIMS-Delhi is studying links between exposure to air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter 2.5, and the risk of developing lung cancer. Read More
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