Delhi cab driver wounded in J&K terrorist attack

Tourist taxi driver from New Delhi attacked by terrorists in J&K's Shopian district. Concerns arise over resurgence of violence targeting non-natives. Previous targets include police officers, migrants, and non-Kashmiri workers. 29 targeted killings reported in J&K in 2022.

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Lekhasri, BJP leader and bitter critic of Naveen Patnaik, joins BJD

Ex-BJP critic Lekhasri joins BJD, may contest Balasore LS. Naveen Patnaik praised. BJP unaffected by her exit. BJD and BJP field turncoats in several seats for elections.

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Buttler century trumps Virat's record-extending ton

Jos Buttler made a triumphant return to form with a brilliant century that outshone Virat Kohli's record-breaking 113, propelling Rajasthan Royals to a six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL on Saturday. This win marks their fourth consecutive victory, placing them at the top of the table with a perfect record, while RCB's fourth defeat in a row sees them plummet to the eighth position.

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Launch of India's 1st semi-cryogenic rocket 2nd time in 2 weeks

Agnikul Cosmos postponed India's first semi-cryogenic rocket launch, Agnibaan, citing technical issues. The IIT Madras startup delayed liftoff twice, including a delay on March 22, due to minor observations during pre-launch checks. This comes after the company delayed the launch of the rocket scheduled for March 22 citing "unavoidable circumstances".

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Tories face 1997 wipe-out in next UK election: YouGov poll

The Conservatives in the UK, led by PM Rishi Sunak, face a potential electoral disaster as per the latest YouGov poll. Projections show Tories securing only 155 seats, a significant drop from 2019. Labour, on the other hand, is expected to win 403 seats, indicating a major shift in political landscape.

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IPL: De Kock, Mayank Yadav give LSG 28-run win over RCB

Quinton de Kock's insightful half-century combined with the electrifying performance from pace sensation Mayank Yadav propelled Lucknow Super Giants to a commanding 28-run victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in their IPL encounter held on Tuesday. Lucknow's total of 181 for five was meticulously crafted, with De Kock leading the charge with his 81 off 56 deliveries, well-supported by Nicholas Pooran's unbeaten 40 off 21 balls.

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'It's an action you haven't...': Du Plessis lauds Mayank Yadav

Latest pace sensation Mayank Yadav's scorching three-wicket haul, conceding a mere 14 runs, proved to be the turning point of the match. His fiery spell dismantled the RCB batting order, leaving them struggling at 153 all out. Lucknow Super Giants' innings were anchored around the astute batting display of de Kock, who crafted a superb 81 off 56 deliveries. De Kock's innings provided the much-needed stability to the LSG's batting lineup, allowing them to construct a competitive total of 181 for five.

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IPL fan beaten up for cheering fall of Rohit Sharma's wicket dies

An IPL fan in Kolhapur attacked by a friend and aide for celebrating the fall of Rohit Sharma's wicket during a match on Wed succumbed to injuries on Sat.

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Karunanidhi, taken into confidence by Indira on Katchatheevu, agreed to give Sri Lanka island

There was, however, something amiss about this particular one: The usually alert Sezhiyan was probably unaware that TN CM M Karunanidhi had given his concurrence to the agreement more than a month ago. In fact, the DMK leader was perhaps the only person barring the PM and “one or two senior Cabinet ministers” who may have known the contours of the agreement that was in the works.

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IPL: Delhi survive Dhoni cameo to beat Chennai

Despite a vintage Dhoni cameo of 37* off 16 balls, studded with 4 fours and 3 sixes, Delhi held nerve to beat Chennai in Vizag. But the foundation of the win was laid by Pant's quickfire 51, the opening burst of Khaleel (2 for 21) and his fellow pacer Mukesh Kumar's (3/21) death-over bowling, as he didn't get perturbed even when Dhoni was hitting big.

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Peru raids President over her Rolex stash

Peruvian authorities raided President Dina Boluarte's residence over alleged illicit enrichment, triggered by her display of luxury watches. The search, involving National Police and prosecutors, lasted five hours and extended to the government palace. Prime Minister criticized the move as 'disproportionate and unconstitutional,' sparking public outcry. Allegations raise concerns amid low approval ratings.

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'Kohli was struggling to...': RCB skipper after losing to KKR

Venkatesh Iyer's innings of 50 runs from 30 balls, including three fours and four sixes, combined with explosive performances from openers Sunil Narine (47 runs off 22 balls, including two fours and five sixes) and Phil Salt (30 runs off 20 balls, including two fours and two sixes), propelled the Knight Riders past the target of 183 runs set by RCB, anchored by Virat Kohli's unbeaten 83.

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'Focus is always on the execution and back my yorkers': Avesh

Needing 17 off the last over, Delhi Capitals could all manage 4 runs courtesy fine yorker length deliveries by pacer Avesh Khan as Rajasthan Royals registered 12-run win, their second of the IPL 2024 season. Explaining his approach, Avesh, who returned figures of 1/29, clearly stated that his plan was clear to back his strengths and focus was on the execution.

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'We could have tried...': MI skipper Hardik Pandya

In a spectacular display of batting prowess, Travis Head marked his first IPL appearance of the season with a blistering 24-ball 62, while Abhishek Sharma contributed a rapid-fire 63 off just 23 deliveries, setting a solid foundation for their team. Heinrich Klaasen remained unbeaten with an impressive 80 runs, while Aiden Markram provided valuable support with a quickfire 42 not out to propel Sunrisers Hyderabad past the monumental 250-run mark.

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India to triple N-power generation capacity by 2030: AEC chief

India plans to triple nuclear power capacity by 2030, emphasizing energy security and sustainable development. AEC chairman Mohanty highlights milestones in fast breeder reactor and international cooperation for nuclear energy expansion.

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How Apple may be planning to do a Samsung in China

Apple explores Baidu's AI for China, aiming for a competitive edge in the tech market. Baidu's rise in AI, Samsung's strategy, and China's push for AI dominance reflect global tech trends.

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Ready to consider resuming India trade ties: Pak minister

Dar's statement about ending the nearly five-year suspension of trade over India revoking J&K's special status in August 2019 comes weeks after PM Shehbaz Sharif thanked counterpart Narendra Modi for his congratulatory message on X. India, however, believes Pakistan must first reinstate its high commissioner in India before nursing any thought of a rapprochement with India.

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IPL: MI's first match jinx continues after loss to GT

Mumbai Indians maintained the tradition of losing their opening match of IPL since 2012 with Gujarat Titans snatching an improbable six-run victory in a thrilling match in Ahmedabad on Sunday. While Jasprit Bumrah bowled a couple of terrific spells to restrict Gujarat Titans to 168 for 6 in 20 overs, MI lost their way after Rohit Sharma's dismissal to end up on 162 for 9 in 20 overs.

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Notice to Google India after techie loses access Google account over childhood photo labelled 'porn'

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Explained: What is WhatsApp honey trap scam and how to stay safe

WhatsApp Honey Trap Scam preys on victims through deceptive schemes, gaining trust with fake profiles and video calls to blackmail them for money or other demands. Stay cautious online and report any suspicious activity to WhatsApp and law enforcement.

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