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U.S. Justice Department withdraws NY Times subpoenas over Trump plane report
The newspaper had challenged the government requests for phone records of reporters and grand jury testimony as an attempt to "intimidate" the press and filed a motion to have them quashed

"Will Cooperate": Pawan Khera Appears Before Assam Police In Defamation Case
Congress leader Pawan Khera appeared before the Assam Police Crime Branch to cooperate with an ongoing investigation regarding a defamation case. The leader stated his intent to comply with the legal process following notice from the authorities.

US National, Khalistani Extremist Among 5 Caught Entering India Illegally From Nepal
Authorities have apprehended five individuals, including a U.S. national and a Khalistani extremist, while they attempted to cross the border from Nepal into India. The joint operation involved the Sashastra Seema Bal and the Uttar Pradesh Police who intercepted the group during the illegal entry at

Know Your Minister: Dharmendra Pradhan's net worth, education and criminal cases
Pradhan, 57, is one of the most influential BJP leaders and has held several important positions in the Union Government, including Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurshi
U.S. Pentagon awards Oracle nearly $7 billion deal in latest software consolidation push
The agreement spans five years, with a further five-year option, and covers the entire Pentagon, along with the U.S. Coast Guard and the intelligence community

The Woman Who Edited ‘Raja Harishchandra’ Sold Her Jewellery to Help Bring It to Life

Beyond paper leaks, the question of trust and institutional integrity
The uniqueness of the present agitation lies in one of the most powerful aspirations in contemporary India: the belief that education and competitive examinations provide a pathway to social and economic mobility.

Fate of ICC chief prosecutor heads to unprecedented vote as U.S. sanctions keep him out of New York
British barrister Karim Khan has been accused of sexual misconduct with a female aide
Will Houthi attacks on Saudi ships hurt India | Explained
The strikes, which the Houthis said were part of a “naval blockade” on Saudi Arabia, threaten to block another vital chokepoint, the Bab el-Mandeb, in the global oil trade after the Strait of Hormuz

Meet the 102-YO Lawyer Who Ran a Secret Jungle Radio During Goa’s Freedom Struggle
On 19 December 1961, the people of Goa looked towards the sky, baffled at the downpour. Leaflets were raining down. Each bore a message: ‘Rejoice! Rejoice! Brothers and sisters. Goa is free after 450 years.’ The news rai

Nagaland Man Sends 150 Pizzas And Biscuits To Jantar Mantar, Rs 73,000 Bill Goes Viral
A man from Nagaland has gained social media attention after sending a massive order of pizzas and biscuits to protesters at Jantar Mantar. The viral receipts show a total expenditure exceeding Rs 73,000 to provide food for the demonstrators in New Delhi.

Simply spellbinding
Fast-paced and exciting, there’s never a dull moment in Witchstorm by Tim Tilley.

Austrian Woman Debunks Myths About India, Highlights Its Diversity
An Austrian woman has shared her experiences in India to debunk common international misconceptions about the country. She emphasized that India's vast cultural diversity and modern advancements are often overlooked in global narratives.
West Asia war LIVE: U.S. military launches new strikes on Iran as clashes escalate over shipping routes
Iranian state media reported explosions along the strait in Qeshm and Bandar Abbas, where two people were reportedly injured

Box Office: Jana Nayagan, With Rs 41 Crore In India, Falls Short Of GOAT
Jana Nayagan also couldn't beat the openings of Vijay's blockbusters: Beast minted Rs 49.30 crore and GOAT minted Rs 44 crore.
Amazon's Jeff Bezos pushes Prime Video redesign focused on AI
The resulting project, known internally as Lighthouse, would shine a light on Amazon’s AI capabilities for the more than 200 million consumers who use Prime Video

18-storey building of an apartment complex in south Bengaluru to be demolished
According to GBA sources, the tower slated for demolition is one of the five wings of a residential complex

Need a regulatory framework for virtual digital assets, says House finance panel
Adani denies plans to enter airline business, calls reports ‘baseless and factually incorrect’
It said, “Adani Enterprises is not evaluating any proposal to enter the airline business.”
Western Ganga theme chosen for Lalbagh’s Independence Day flower show
Horticulture Department had sent around 20 options to the officials concerned and the Chief Minister’s Office
How should cities reclaim footpaths? | Explained
Why was the Street Vendors Act enacted? What does the Act require before vendors can be removed? What is the role of the Town Vending Committee? Can street vendors be evicted before a survey is completed? Why has Bengalu

50% Upside For Vishal Mega Mart? Motilal Oswal Raises Target Price After Q1 Results
Vishal Mega Mart continues to be one of the most consistent retail players in Motilal Oswal's coverage universe, supported by a diversified product mix, ownership of opening price points, significant...

After aide reshuffle, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav gets new private secretary

"We Don't Need To Respond In Advance": Carney On Trump's 50% Tariff Threat
Former Bank of Canada Governor Mark Carney stated that Canada should not prematurely react to trade threats from the incoming U.S. administration. His comments follow Donald Trump's proposal for significant new tariffs on a wide range of Canadian exports.
