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ஆள் கடத்தல் வழக்கு, ADGP Jayaram-மை காப்பாற்ற முயற்சியா?

Published on: June 21, 2025, 6:08 p.m. | Source: The News Minute

Is the law equal for all? This question looms large when one looks at the child kidnapping case involving Tamil Nadu Additional Director General of Police (ADGP

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This Week in Explainers: Should a lunch between Trump and Asim Munir really worry India?

Published on: June 21, 2025, 11:33 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Pakistan’s General Asim Munir visited the US and in what came as a surprising development had lunch with Donald Trump. It’s unusual for a military chief to receive an invitation from a sitting US president. But should this meeting bother India? We analyse in our weekly roundup

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'Pakistan PM Not Invited': Top Bureaucrat Says Trump-Munir Meeting 'Embarrassing' For Sharif

Published on: June 20, 2025, 10:39 p.m. | Source: News18

No civilian leader from the Pakistani government was present during the talks between US President Donald Trump and General Asim Munir at the White House

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Judge Blocks Trump's Immigration Conditions Tied to Transportation Grants

Published on: June 20, 2025, 3:03 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to condition transportation grants on immigration enforcement cooperation from 20 Democratic states. The ruling followed a lawsuit by state attorneys general, challenging the legality of such conditions imposed by U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy.

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Chart Beat: Indian paint industry revenues drop for the first time in two decades. Rebound ahead?

Published on: June 20, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

A number of headwinds are responsible for the industry's feeble growth in FY25, including a general widespread slowdown in consumption and increased competition from the entry of Birla Opus. Are there brighter days ahead?

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Sebi’s latest reforms will help India’s capital markets but only up to a point

Published on: June 20, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

The regulator’s latest changes are welcome from a capital market perspective. However, in general, policymakers must always take the viewpoint of lay investors and households into account.

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Shashi Tharoor sends strong message on Donald Trump- Asim Munir meet: ‘US could not have forgotten Osama episode’

Published on: June 19, 2025, 10:47 p.m. | Source: Livemint

Shashi Tharoor has weighed in on the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, expressing hope that the discussions included pointed reminders about Pakistan’s alleged role in terrorism.

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DC Edit | Will He Strike Iran, or not? Trump Keeps All Guessing

Published on: June 19, 2025, 9:14 p.m. | Source: Deccan Chronicle

Trump may be facing resistance from within his inner circle, his Republican party base and the American community in general

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History Today: When the US changed for the better with 'Juneteenth'

Published on: June 19, 2025, 9:02 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

On June 19, 1865, US General Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, delivering the long-awaited news of emancipation to enslaved Americans — an event commemorated annually as Juneteenth, marking the final enforced liberation in the US. Today, this powerful symbol of freedom highlights both historic injustice and ongoing quests for equality

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Chad Meredith's Nomination Sparks Judicial Debate

Published on: June 19, 2025, 8:03 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

U.S. President Donald Trump announced intentions to nominate Chad Meredith for a judgeship on the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky. Meredith, previously Kentucky's solicitor general, faced opposition despite support from key figures like Senator Mitch McConnell. His nomination highlights ongoing political tension over judicial appointments.

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Japanese interval walking: Know about the low-impact exercise for general health maintenance

Published on: June 18, 2025, 1:06 p.m. | Source: India TV News

The 'Japanese 30-Minute Walking Routine' is a simple yet effective approach to daily physical activity, emphasising consistent, moderate-intensity walks.

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Donald Trump To Meet Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Over Lunch In Washington DC Today

Published on: June 18, 2025, 7:32 a.m. | Source: News18

US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir over lunch on Wednesday.

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Israel Says It Killed Top Iranian General

Published on: June 18, 2025, 6:37 a.m. | Source: Deccan Chronicle

Trump warned Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei that the US knows where he is hiding and called for Iran's “UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER\"

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Ruslan Kravchenko: The New Face of Justice in Ukraine

Published on: June 17, 2025, 5:37 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

Ukraine's parliament appointed Ruslan Kravchenko, a key investigator of alleged Russian war crimes during Kyiv's 2022 occupation, as prosecutor general. Kravchenko, previously head of the state tax administration and Kyiv region military administration, was instrumental in prosecuting alleged atrocities in Bucha. The prosecutor general's post was vacant since October.

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DGCA says didn't find major concerns in Air India's Boeing 787 fleet, systems found to be compliant

Published on: June 17, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) raised concerns about maintenance-related issues in Air India fleet, advising the airline to improve coordination across engineering, operations and ground-handling units

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DGCA questions Air India officials, seeks training data of pilots amid ongoing probe into Ahmedabad plane crash

Published on: June 17, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) also asked the airline to produce details of action taken with regard to civil aviation watchdog's previous audits

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Govt data shows India’s maternal mortality ratio is declining, few laggard states slowing progress

Published on: June 16, 2025, 8:54 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

The registrar general's office has released the data, showing India’s MMR dropping to 88 in 2020-22 from 93 in 2019-21.

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Diagnosing the crisis | Amid upgrades, patients still struggle with access, hygiene concerns at Sassoon Hospital

Published on: June 15, 2025, 5:26 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

When contacted, Dr Yellapa Jadhav, Medical Superintendent, Sassoon General Hospital, said there were an adequate number of wheelchairs and stretchers.

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Diagnosing the crisis | RTI data shows staffing gaps: 50 per cent of Class IV posts vacant, over 100 doctor positions unfilled at Sassoon Hospital

Published on: June 15, 2025, 5:22 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The 1,296-bed facility has an increasing patient load, and approximately 2,000 patients visit the outpatient departments of the Sassoon General Hospital daily for medical treatment.

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12.37 lakh clear NEET, no perfect scorers

Published on: June 15, 2025, 4:15 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

With the top score being lower than the previous years, the NEET-UG cut-off has dropped this year. The cut-off for the general category was a marks range of 686-144, compared to 720-162 last year, and 720-137 in 2023.

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General Insurance Council uses a talking dog to appeal to viewers. It works

Published on: June 14, 2025, 3:07 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

The General Insurance Council’s campaign stands out with its rich storytelling and genuine emotional appeal.

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India abstains from voting on UN resolution demanding Gaza ceasefire

Published on: June 13, 2025, 12:36 p.m. | Source: Scroll.in

The non-binding General Assembly resolution demanded release of hostages and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid in the besieged Palestinian territory.

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Israeli strike in Iran kills Revolutionary Guards chief Hossein Salami, say state media

Published on: June 13, 2025, 7:50 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

An Israeli airstrike has killed Major General Hossein Salami, the chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC), according to Iranian state media

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Israel attacks Iran: Top Iranian general and nuclear scientists killed in Tehran attack

Published on: June 13, 2025, 7:14 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Defence officials within the Israeli military believe that the country has eliminated Iran's Army Chief Mohammad Bagheri, other members of the military’s top brass, and senior nuclear scientists in its latest strike on Tehran.

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ROW OVER ‘VIRAL VIDEO’: BJP expels its Gonda district president

Published on: June 12, 2025, 5:27 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

In the expulsion letter issued by the BJP's state general secretary, Govind Narayan Shukla, Kashyap was informed that on May 25, he was issued a showcause notice seeking an explanation but “your explanation has not been found satisfactory and comes under the purview of extreme indiscipline”.

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Marines in LA can detain protesters, says top US general, as more cities brace for protests

Published on: June 12, 2025, 12:06 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Maj. Gen. Scott Sherman, a deputy commanding general in the National Guard and head of the 4,700-troop deployment, said that the Marines will be allowed to temporarily detain individuals until law enforcement officers arrive to make formal arrests, according to a report

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Mistral AI Unveils Its First Reasoning Model

Published on: June 11, 2025, 12:32 p.m. | Source: Analytics India Magazine

“Magistral is fine-tuned for multi-step logic, improving interpretability and providing a traceable thought process in the user’s language, unlike general-purpose models.”

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How Nilambur bypoll in Kerala has turned into a secularism showdown between LDF & UDF

Published on: June 11, 2025, 12:28 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

The ruling LDF and Oppn UDF have accused each other of embracing 'communal forces’, building on tensions simmering since the general elections, where Left Front lost ground.

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Harman’s India DTS is up for sale: Here are the top bidders

Published on: June 11, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

Global PE firms Apax Partners, Bain Capital, Carlyle and General Atlantic are vying a controlling stake. Valued at $400-500 million, the process is facilitated by Deutsche Bank, with second-round bids anticipated in the coming month.

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From the memoir: A former Army general recalls how soldiers opted to fight for India’s freedom

Published on: June 10, 2025, 8:30 a.m. | Source: Scroll.in

An excerpt from ‘Commanded by Destiny: A General’s Rise from Soldier to Statesman’, by SM Shrinagesh.

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Take disciplinary action against Satara SP, 3 cops for failing to book IB officer: SPCA tells Maharashtra govt

Published on: June 9, 2025, 12:17 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The SPCA has also directed that the copy of the present judgment be forwarded to the Director General of Police, Maharashtra, who shall circulate the conclusions drawn by the Supreme Court in the case of Lalita Kumari vs. State of UP

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P Chidambaram writes: War against a fused front

Published on: June 8, 2025, 7 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

I feel it would have been more appropriate to convene a special session of Parliament and for the prime minister or defence minister to make a statement on Operation Sindoor, and invite a discussion. However, it was egregious behaviour on the part of bhakts to troll General Chauhan (as they trolled Foreign Secretary, Mr Vikram Misri)

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General physician in Faridabad impersonates cardiologist, conducts at least 50 surgeries, ACB probe on: Police

Published on: June 8, 2025, 3:50 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Police said a preliminary investigation found that the actual National Medical Commission registration number of the accused qualified him only as a general physician

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Is black mould really toxic? The real health risks may surprise you

Published on: June 8, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

‘Black mould’ is a general term for various fungi, most often referring to ‘Stachybotrys Chartarum’

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Uttar Pradesh To Give 20% Reservation To Ex-Agniveers In Police, PAC, Fire Services

Published on: June 7, 2025, 11:22 p.m. | Source: News18

The reservation will be horizontal, applying across all existing categories – General, Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC)

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Boost for govt research institutes as Centre eases procurement rules for scientific equipment

Published on: June 7, 2025, 5:03 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

Union Minister of Science & Technology Jitendra Singh said the simplified general financial rules will promote ease of doing research & empower institutes to innovate faster.

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Bangladesh will hold general elections in April 2026, announces Muhammad Yunus

Published on: June 7, 2025, 11:08 a.m. | Source: Scroll.in

The Election Commission would announce the roadmaps to the polls ‘at an appropriate time’, said the head of the country’s interim government.

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Gujarat Congress general secy held over post on Opration Sindoor

Published on: June 7, 2025, 4 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

According to police officials, Rajesh Soni allegedly made disparaging statements about the Armed Forces in his post.

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Advancing Visakhapatnam: A New Chapter for South Coast Railway Zone

Published on: June 6, 2025, 10:44 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister expressed gratitude to key political figures for promoting the South Coast Railway Zone. With the appointment of Sandeep Mathur as the new general manager and PM Modi's previous foundation stone laying, this marks a significant development for Visakhapatnam.

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NATO Allies Back Trump's 5% GDP Defense Spending Push

Published on: June 6, 2025, 8:06 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced that most U.S. allies in the alliance support President Trump's call for member countries to allocate 5% of their GDP towards defense. Although 22 out of 32 members currently meet the previous 2% target, the new goal seeks to enhance NATO's military spending to better address global security concerns.

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CAG holds horizontal audit of Jal Jeevan Mission, reports soon

Published on: June 6, 2025, 4:20 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The CAG is conducting a horizontal audit of the Mission, through its field offices led by Principal Accountant Generals (PAGs) or Accountants General (AGs), across all states.

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Bengaluru stampede: Karnataka HC takes suo motu cognizance of matter, calls for status report from state govt by next Tuesday

Published on: June 5, 2025, 9:47 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Advocate General Shashikiran Shetty submitted that 1,318 local cops, as well as 325 personnel from the Karnataka State Reserve Police, were deployed in the vicinity of the Chinnaswamy Stadium during the celebratory event on Wednesday.

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New dual-AI strategy targets generative cheating in university assessments

Published on: June 5, 2025, 6:41 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

Assessments that rely on general prompts or outdated content are especially easy targets for generative AI models trained on large public datasets. By contrast, tasks that require recent events, access to exclusive resources, or draw on personal experiences are harder for AI to fake convincingly.

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Airlearn spin-off may mirror Unacademy shareholding; founder Munjal in funding talks

Published on: June 5, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

General Atlantic and SoftBank will likely keep their stakes, but Munjal’s looking to grab a bigger piece.

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Pakistan Army official claims he has 'evidence' of downing 6 Indian fighter jets: 'Have shown it to relevant stakeholder'

Published on: June 5, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

Pakistan's Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee General Sahir Burkabal Shamshad Mirza has claimed that Pakistan had evidence of downing six Indian fighter jets and they have 'shown the evidence to relevant stakeholders'.

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DGCA Flags Multiple Safety Violations After Surprise Inspection Of Turkish Airlines

Published on: June 4, 2025, 10:29 p.m. | Source: News18

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) found multiple safety violations in the operations of Turkish Airlines during inspections at four airports from May 29 to June 2.

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Operation Sindoor: Pakistan wanted India 'to its knees in 48 hours', but folded up in 8 hours, says CDS Chauhan

Published on: June 4, 2025, 5:34 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan has revealed that Pakistan planned to bring India "to its knees" in 48 hours through a major offensive on May 10. But the attacks folded within 8 hours, forcing Pakistan to seek talks.

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As Oppn pushes for special Parliament session on Op Sindoor, govt not keen: ‘No plan as of now’

Published on: June 3, 2025, 7:56 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The Opposition has redoubled its efforts to push for the special session following General Anil Chauhan’s comments on fighter jets lost during the combat operations.

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Horoscope Today 3 June, 2025: Scorpio, Capricorn and other sun signs - check astrological predictions

Published on: June 3, 2025, 3:38 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Horoscope Today 3 June, 2025: The general mood of the moment is inspired but confused. Many people have wonderful ideas, but few have the real commitment to put them into practice. Check what the stars predict for your zodiac sign.

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Majority of Parties in Bangladesh Push for December Elections at National Consensus Commission Meet

Published on: June 2, 2025, 11:26 p.m. | Source: News18

During the meeting, most parties reportedly expressed their preference for holding general elections within December 2025.

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Check Kerala HSE School Wise Result Link here

Published on: June 2, 2025, 7:09 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Results.hse.kerala.gov.in, DHSE Kerala Plus One (+1) Result 2025 School Wise Link at results.kite.kerala.gov.in, keralaresults.nic.in LIVE Updates: The Directorate of General Education, Kerala announced the Higher Secondary (DHSE) and Vocational Higher Secondary (VHSE) Plus One exam results. Students can check and download the marks memo from results.hse.kerala.gov.in.

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DHSE Kerala +1 Results 2025 Date, Time: Plus One results to be announced on June 3

Published on: June 2, 2025, 10:38 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

DHSE Kerala Plus One (+1) Result 2025 Date, Time:he results for the Higher Secondary (DHSE) and Vocational Higher Secondary (VHSE) Plus One examinations will be announced by General Education Minister V Sivankutty on June 3.

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Small businesses bleed cash as GST kicks in before payments

Published on: June 2, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

India’s GST law requires firms to pay tax earlier of invoicing or payment received, but the general practice is to clear dues 45-90 days after invoicing. For small businesses with delayed payments and little input credit, that’s a direct hit to working capital.

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General industries stocks to trade on 2 June as recommended by expert Raja Venkatraman

Published on: June 2, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

From premiumisation to supply chain agility, General Industrials stocks like Elgi Equipments and Shaily Plastics are poised for near-term gains, says technical expert Raja Venkatraman.

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What’s good for politicians is good for General Motors

Published on: June 2, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

CEO Mary Barra’s policy views, and her business strategies, change with the man in the White House.

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Chirag Paswan To Contest Bihar Assembly Elections, Seat Not Decided Yet: Sources

Published on: June 1, 2025, 1:37 p.m. | Source: News18

Union Minister Chirag Paswan to contest Bihar Assembly polls from a general seat, aiming to lead entire Bihar with his vision "Bihar First, Bihari First".

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Mayawati Urges UP's New Police Chief to Tackle Law and Order Challenges

Published on: June 1, 2025, 12:35 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

BSP chief Mayawati emphasized the urgent need for Uttar Pradesh's new Director General of Police to address law and order challenges. She noted the state's issues with feudal and criminal dominance, affecting communal harmony and causing societal unrest. Mayawati urged state cooperation and questioned UP's role in India's development.

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Not Just Making Criminals Sing: Top Bengal IPS Officer Pens Item Number For Upcoming Cop Drama

Published on: June 1, 2025, 8:30 a.m. | Source: News18

Murlidhar Sharma, inspector general in West Bengal, has written the track Shor Machaa, sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Rana Mazumder for the Bengali film Mrigaya

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Today in Politics: After CDS comments on jets, Congress ramps up attack on BJP

Published on: June 1, 2025, 7:31 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

General Anil Chauhan said in an interview that India suffered initial losses in the air, but declined to give details.

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‘Proud to be manning posts with my troops along International Border’: BSF’s Neha Bhandari, who led unit during Operation Sindoor

Published on: June 1, 2025, 6:25 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The third generation security personnel Saturday received a Commendation Disc from Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi

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Operation Sindoor: Three weeks later, CDS sheds new light on operations during hostilities

Published on: June 1, 2025, 5:08 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

General Chauhan, while acknowledging Indian losses in the air, underlined that what was more important was why these losses (of aircraft) occurred, and what India did after that.

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Chief of Defence Staff admits to losing aircraft, ‘rectifying’ plan to hit Pakistan deep

Published on: June 1, 2025, 1:45 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

CDS General Anil Chauhan interview updates: CDS says "no sign of any actual help to Pakistan from China," adds that Indian Air Force "flew all types of aircraft with all types of ordinances on the 10th"

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Who is General Mazloum Abdi? Syrian Kurds leader says he is willing to engage with arch-foe Turkey, Israel

Published on: June 1, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

The commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), General Mazloum Abdi, has signalled a striking shift in tone, expressing openness to dialogue with Turkey and reiterating his group’s commitment to broader regional cooperation.

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'A Lot Of Space Before Nuclear Threshold Is Crossed': CDS Chauhan On Operation Sindoor

Published on: May 31, 2025, 10:58 p.m. | Source: News18

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said there is considerable space before the nuclear threshold is crossed between India and Pakistan

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'Absolutely Incorrect': CDS Chauhan Dismisses Pakistan’s Claim Of Shooting Down 6 Indian Jets

Published on: May 31, 2025, 8:14 p.m. | Source: News18

General Anil Chauhan dismissed Pakistan’s claim that it downed six Indian jets as “absolutely incorrect."

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Fake Narratives Consumed 15% of Army's Time During Operation Sindoor, Says CDS General Anil Chauhan

Published on: May 31, 2025, 5:38 p.m. | Source: Deccan Chronicle

General Chauhan emphasised information warfare’s critical role.

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Countering Disinformation Took Up 15% Of Operation Sindoor's Time: Chief Of Defence Staff

Published on: May 31, 2025, 12:10 p.m. | Source: News18

CDS General Anil Chauhan discussed Operation Sindoor at the Shangri-La Dialogue, emphasizing India's strategic shift to punitive deterrence and defence modernisation.

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Opinion | Tyranny Unmasked: General Asim Munir's Assault On Imran Khan & Pakistan's Democracy

Published on: May 31, 2025, 11:11 a.m. | Source: News18

Imran Khan endures torment in Adiala Jail under General Asim Munir's regime, facing isolation and manipulation. Will Pakistan resist this assault on democracy?

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At Singapore Forum, CDS Anil Chauhan Calls Disengagement With Pakistan A 'Sound Strategy'

Published on: May 31, 2025, 10:01 a.m. | Source: News18

General Chauhan made the remark during the 22nd edition of the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore

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Shashi Tharoor's loyalty keeps colliding with Congress scepticism

Published on: May 31, 2025, 9 a.m. | Source: ThePrint

Congress once championed Shashi Tharoor's bid for the UN Secretary-General post. Now it's glum over the Centre making him part of a delegation on Operation Sindoor.

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DMK set for organisational rejig; Udhayanidhi likely to be elevated as deputy general secretary

Published on: May 31, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

Udhayanidhi is now the youth wing secretary; K.N. Nehru is also likely to be elevated as a deputy general secretary

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Global Aviation Leaders Converge in India for Landmark IATA Summit

Published on: May 30, 2025, 4:42 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is hosting its first annual general meeting in India in 42 years, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivering the keynote address. The summit gathers around 1,700 participants to discuss key issues, including India's aviation industry's impact on jobs and GDP.

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IAEA Hosts Historic Global Gathering of Nuclear Host Communities in Vienna

Published on: May 30, 2025, 1:50 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi opened the event by emphasizing the profound local nature of nuclear projects.

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FirstUp: Shangri-La Dialogue to commence, PM Modi in Bihar, UP... Headlines today

Published on: May 30, 2025, 6:30 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Asia's premier defence summit, Shangri-La Dialogue, will begin today in Singapore, bringing defence ministers, military chiefs and policymakers from around the world together. Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan will be attending the gathering. In India, PM Modi will inaugurate development projects and address public functions in Bihar and Uttar Pradesh

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How tobacco use is undermining India’s effort to eliminate TB

Published on: May 30, 2025, midnight | Source: THE WEEK

Several studies have reported greater smokeless tobacco use among those diagnosed with TB when compared to the general population

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HealthQuad to raise $300 million third fund amidst reorganization

Published on: May 30, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

The new fund comes at a time when there is a split in the general partners that manage HealthQuad.

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Anna University case: Stalin congratulates cops, EPS says many questions unanswered

Published on: May 29, 2025, 12:38 p.m. | Source: The News Minute

Following the conviction of the main accused Gnanasekaran in the Anna University sexual assault case, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin commended the police and state prosecutors. However, AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami alleged that many questions remain unanswered.

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FM directs public sector general insurers to develop products tailored to new and emerging risks, including cyber fraud

Published on: May 29, 2025, 4:22 a.m. | Source: Livemint

Finance and corporate affairs minister Nirmala Sitharaman has PSGIC to develop innovative insurance products tailored to new and emerging risks, including cyber fraud, and to diversify product portfolio in line with evolving consumer needs in a bid to strengthen operations and generate profits.

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States Sue Over Trump Administration's Funding Cuts to STEM Research

Published on: May 29, 2025, 2:14 a.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

Sixteen U.S. states, led by their attorneys general, have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to prevent substantial cuts to federal funding for scientific research and STEM diversity programs. The lawsuit challenges a cap on reimbursement for research costs and the removal of diversity initiatives mandated by Congress.

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Bangladesh Army Crushes Yunus’ Dangerous Plot: India's Stance Vindicated | Finepoint

Published on: May 28, 2025, 4:26 p.m. | Source: News18

Muhammad Yunus pressured by Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman to hold elections in Bangladesh for political stability through an elected government.

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When a failed general becomes Field Marshal: Pakistan’s Medina mindset makes Bharat an enduring enemy

Published on: May 28, 2025, 1:30 p.m. | Source: Firstpost

Bharat’s war with Pakistan is civilisational, and would only end with the colossal disintegration, if not decimation, of one side

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Threatened with transfers for challenging patent chief's appointment, patent officers' body tells SC

Published on: May 28, 2025, 11 a.m. | Source: ThePrint

The Association of Patent Officers has alleged that Unnat Pandit’s appointment as Controller General of Patents, Designs & Trade Marks is arbitrary and violated due process.

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BSF Rajasthan IG interview: ‘Nothing unexpected (during Op Sindoor) except sheer volume of drones, missiles launched by Pakistan’

Published on: May 28, 2025, 7:24 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Operation Sindoor significantly unsettled Pakistani security forces as India conducted targeted strikes on terrorist camps across the border. Speaking to Parul Kulshrestha, Inspector General M L Garg of the Border Security Force (Rajasthan Frontier) discussed the evolving situation along the western border and the BSF’s strategic response. Garg emphasized that India exercised restraint by not […]

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Karnataka Bhovi Corporation scam: ED attaches former officials’ property worth Rs 26 crore

Published on: May 27, 2025, 11:12 p.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Former KBDC general manager B K Nagarajappa and former managing director R Leelavathy are in judicial custody in connection with the Bhovi scam

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Trump Administration Moves to Sever Ties with Harvard: A Legal Battleground Unfolds

Published on: May 27, 2025, 7:49 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

The Trump administration is poised to end federal contracts with Harvard University over alleged racial discrimination in admissions and other controversies, as detailed in a letter from the U.S. General Services Administration. This move follows a Supreme Court ruling and signals an ongoing legal conflict with Harvard, targeting its financial and global standing.

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Istanbul: Pakistani Field Marshal Munir meets Turkish President Erdogan, along with Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif.

Published on: May 26, 2025, 7:38 a.m. | Source: Firstpost

Pakistani Army Chief, Field Marshal General Asim Munir—widely regarded as the de facto power centre in Islamabad—met Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul on Sunday (May 25). He was introduced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who was officially scheduled to hold talks with Erdogan.

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Tensions rise as King Charles set to open Canada’s parliament amid Trump’s 51st state talks

Published on: May 26, 2025, 1:51 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

During the visit, the King will meet Prime Minister Carney and Governor General Mary Simon.

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36 hours on board an Amrit Bharat train: ‘There is water in the toilet… How can this be a general coach?’

Published on: May 25, 2025, 8:06 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

The Indian Express boards the Amrit Bharat from Saharsa in Bihar to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai, one of a series of 50 affordable express trains that the government plans to run on migrant routes

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Who is Bangladesh’s Army Chief Waker-uz-Zaman at loggerheads with Yunus?

Published on: May 23, 2025, 8:17 p.m. | Source: Firstpost

Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-uz-Zaman has remained in the spotlight since the downfall of Sheikh Hasina’s government last August. Now, there are reports of a rift between him and Chief Adviser Mohammed Yunus. As reports of Yunus threatening to resign emerge, let’s take a look at who is General Zaman?

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From fighting his father to becoming arch-nemesis of forces-Basavaraju, a rebel till the end

Published on: May 23, 2025, 7:17 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

Communist Party of India (Maoist) General Secretary Basavaraju was killed in an encounter earlier this week in  Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur.

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Pakistan Denied Turbulence-Hit Delhi-Srinagar IndiGo Flight's Request To Use Its Airspace

Published on: May 22, 2025, 11:10 p.m. | Source: News18

The incident of flight 6E 2142 encountering severe turbulence is being probed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation

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Waqf not essential practice in Islam, waqf-by-user not a fundamental right-SG Tushar Mehta in SC

Published on: May 21, 2025, 9:24 p.m. | Source: ThePrint

Making opening argument on behalf of Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta tells SC that state waqf boards discharge secular functions, unlike Hindu endowment boards.

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Historic Global Health Milestone: Pandemic Agreement Adopted

Published on: May 21, 2025, 5:22 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse

The World Health Organisation member states adopted the world's first Pandemic Agreement to enhance global collaboration for future pandemics. WHO Director-General praised India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi for virtually participating in the session, emphasizing India's leadership and support for inclusivity and sustainability in global health initiatives.

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Field Marshal Asim Munir Rewarded For April 22 Pahalgam Attack?

Published on: May 21, 2025, 11:54 a.m. | Source: News18

General VP Malik emphasizes the importance of Pakistan Army Chief Syed Asim Munir becoming a Field Marshal, a lifelong active role.

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Promotion Of A General, Demotion Of A Nation: What Asim Munir As Field Marshal Means For Pakistan

Published on: May 21, 2025, 10:37 a.m. | Source: News18

Asim Munir elevation means that military is supreme in Pakistan. This would also mean he now enjoys institutional immunity from scrutiny or post-retirement prosecution

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Blackstone leads the race to acquire AGS in a $1.3 bn deal

Published on: May 21, 2025, midnight | Source: Livemint

The other two bidders were Vitruvian Partners and a consortium of TPG and General Atlantic. AGS Health had mandated JP Morgan and BofA to scout for buyers.

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Asim Munir Gets Field Marshal Title: Last Time It Happened, Pakistan Slid Into Dictatorship

Published on: May 20, 2025, 10:42 p.m. | Source: News18

In 1958, President Mirza invited Army Chief Ayub Khan to impose martial law. In 2025, General Asim Munir becomes Field Marshal amid rising India-Pakistan tensions.

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Future of India-Pakistan cricketing relations expected to dominate Jay Shah's first ICC Annual Conference as Chairman

Published on: May 20, 2025, 2:40 p.m. | Source: Firstpost

The global governing body's Annual General Meeting, also known as the ICC Annual Conference, will be taking place from 17 to 20 July in Singapore and will be the first since former BCCI secretary Jay Shah assumed charge as Chairman on 1 December.

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India has adequate weapons to take on entire Pakistan: Top Army officer

Published on: May 20, 2025, 11:51 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Top Army officer Post Operation Sindoor: "The GHQ (general headquarters of Pakistan Army) can move from Rawalpindi to KPK (Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) or wherever they want to move, but they are all within range. So, they’ll have to really find a deep hole," D'Cunha said.

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Check HSLC Class 12 Result Date and Time, Official Website at keralaresults.nic.in

Published on: May 20, 2025, 11:20 a.m. | Source: The Indian Express

Kerala HSLC Plus +2 Result 2025 Date, Time: Minister for General Education, V Sivankutty, will announce the results during a press conference on May 22. Once out, Class 12 results will be available on keralaresults.nic.in, results.kite.kerala.gov.in, examresults.kerala.gov.in, results.kerala.nic.in.