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News18 Evening Digest: Russia’s Strike On Kyiv Kills 15, Nikki’s Dying Declaration Deepen Noida Dowry Case & Other Stories

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Russia-Ukraine War: The bombardment came after several weeks of relative calm in August. (Image Credit: Reuters)

Russia-Ukraine War: The bombardment came after several weeks of relative calm in August. (Image Credit: Reuters)

In today’s News18 evening digest, we bring to you the latest on Noida Dowry Case, US Tariff On India, How Trump’s H1-B Visa Changes May Affect Indians, Guru Randhawa’s Azul Sexualizes School Girls, Agrees Sonam, and other stories.

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