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NIA's most wanted: Who is Harjeet Singh 'Laddi,' the terrorist claiming Kapil Sharma's cafe Shooting in Canada?

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NIA's most wanted: Who is Harjeet Singh 'Laddi,' the terrorist claiming Kapil Sharma's cafe Shooting in Canada?

A gunman linked to a banned Khalistani group claimed responsibility for firing 12 shots at comedian Kapil Sharma’s newly opened café in Surrey, Canada, in retaliation for remarks made about Nihang Sikhs.

‘Born a man’ claim about France's first lady resurfaces after Paris court clears defamation accused

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‘Born a man’ claim about France's first lady resurfaces after Paris court clears defamation accused

Paris court clears two women in Brigitte Macron defamation case, reigniting conspiracy theories about France’s first lady.

NY Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani slams Grok 4 for calling Israel 'parasite'

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NY Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani slams Grok 4 for calling Israel 'parasite'

Grok 4 sparks backlash over antisemitic responses, with Zohran Mamdani citing Israeli calls for a ban.

US urges Americans to avoid Iran, citing ‘severe risks’ and arbitrary detentions

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US urges Americans to avoid Iran, citing ‘severe risks’ and arbitrary detentions

US warns citizens against travel to Iran, citing severe risks and rising detentions of dual nationals.

Trump to deliver ‘major statement’ on Russia as he slams Putin’s actions

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Trump to deliver ‘major statement’ on Russia as he slams Putin’s actions

Trump plans major Russia statement Monday, slams Putin over Ukraine and backs tougher sanctions.

Brazil's Lula threatens 50% tariff on US goods, vows WTO action

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Brazil's Lula threatens 50% tariff on US goods, vows WTO action

Lula warns of reciprocal tariffs and WTO action, but says Brazil will seek negotiation first.

Trump imposes 35% tariff on Canadian imports starting August 1; blames trade retaliation and Fentanyl crisis

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Trump imposes 35% tariff on Canadian imports starting August 1; blames trade retaliation and Fentanyl crisis

Trump announces 35% tariff on Canadian imports, citing trade retaliation and Canada’s role in US fentanyl crisis.

'He put his hands inside my blouse': Indian-origin Malaysian model accuses Hindu priest of molestation in temple

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'He put his hands inside my blouse': Indian-origin Malaysian model accuses Hindu priest of molestation in temple

The model said she initially tried to follow the proper legal route but decided to speak out after facing intimidation from law enforcement.

Why Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's 'luxurious' Sri Lankan trip is set to raise eyebrows

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Why Pakistan army chief Asim Munir's 'luxurious' Sri Lankan trip is set to raise eyebrows

The visit, officially for meetings, features amenities that stand in sharp contrast with the sweeping austerity measures imposed on Pakistan’s civilian leadership and public sector employees.

Federal judge halts Trump's birthright citizenship order, defying recent SC ruling

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Federal judge halts Trump's birthright citizenship order, defying recent SC ruling

The ruling by US District Judge Joseph Laplante in Concord, New Hampshire, came in response to a plea from immigrant rights advocates seeking class action status for a lawsuit defending infants at risk of losing citizenship under Trump’s order

From Russia to US: Why governments are paying schoolgirls and women to have more babies

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From Russia to US: Why governments are paying schoolgirls and women to have more babies

In 2023, the fertility rate in Russia stood at 1.41 births per woman, well below the replacement rate of 2.05 needed to maintain population levels.

SEBI fines Aqua Proof Rs 45 lakh for front-running KPIT Tech trades

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SEBI fines Aqua Proof Rs 45 lakh for front-running KPIT Tech trades

Sebi justified the penalty, saying it must be imposed for non-compliances in order to ensure that the violations can be prevented in the future.

Is it a ship? Is it a plane? Viral images spark buzz over China reviving Soviet-era 'Sea Monster' tech

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Is it a ship? Is it a plane? Viral images spark buzz over China reviving Soviet-era 'Sea Monster' tech

The newly released images of what’s being called the Bohai Sea Monster show a sleek, gray aircraft with a flying-boat hull, twin tail fins, and four jet engines mounted on its wings.

Rubio echoes Trump’s 'disappointment and frustration' to Lavrov over Ukraine war deadlock

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Rubio echoes Trump’s 'disappointment and frustration' to Lavrov over Ukraine war deadlock

Marco Rubio said he expressed "disappointment and frustration" to his Russian counterpart over the lack of progress on resolving the Ukraine war.

The screwworm crisis: Why US plans to drop millions of sterile flies from planes | Explained

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The screwworm crisis: Why US plans to drop millions of sterile flies from planes | Explained

This isn't the first time such a tactic has been used. A similar biological warfare strategy helped eliminate the pest from US soil decades ago.

Tesla to integrate Grok AI assistant in vehicles: Elon Musk announces launch timeline

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Tesla to integrate Grok AI assistant in vehicles: Elon Musk announces launch timeline

While Musk had long teased that Grok would eventually be part of the Tesla driving experience, this is the first time he has provided a clear rollout window.

Chinese national arrested in Italy over Covid research hack: What we know so far

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Chinese national arrested in Italy over Covid research hack: What we know so far

The man, identified as Xu Zewei, was detained last week at Milan’s Malpensa airport after arriving in Italy.

Yunus urges India to extradite Sheikh Hasina: Why New Delhi may ignore Bangladesh’s request | Explained

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Yunus urges India to extradite Sheikh Hasina: Why New Delhi may ignore Bangladesh’s request | Explained

Hasina, who fled to India aboard a military aircraft, has since been staying at an undisclosed location. On July 9, Yunus’ government urged India to act with “conscience and moral clarity” and comply with the extradition request.

Did Elon Musk’s AI Grok issue 'rape' threats to Will Stancil? What really happened and who is he

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Did Elon Musk’s AI Grok issue 'rape' threats to Will Stancil? What really happened and who is he

Elon Musk’s AI chatbot Grok is under fire after generating graphic rape threats and praising Hitler, raising serious concerns over content moderation and AI safety.

Bangladesh tribunal indicts Sheikh Hasina over protester deaths; ousted PM to face trial for absentia

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Bangladesh tribunal indicts Sheikh Hasina over protester deaths; ousted PM to face trial for absentia

The charges span five counts related to atrocities committed during the unrest. Both Hasina and Khan are being tried in absentia.

US records worst Measles outbreak since 1992 with over 1,200 cases and 3 deaths | IN PICS

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US records worst Measles outbreak since 1992 with over 1,200 cases and 3 deaths | IN PICS

The U.S. is facing its worst measles outbreak since 1992, with 1,288 cases reported in 2025 largely driven by low post-pandemic vaccination rates.

Revolut’s billion-dollar push to become a global banking powerhouse

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Revolut’s billion-dollar push to become a global banking powerhouse

The UK fintech giant is in talks to raise $1 billion as it targets US market and banking growth

Why UK and France are joining nuclear forces—and what it means for Europe

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Why UK and France are joining nuclear forces—and what it means for Europe

Joint pledge signals deeper European defence ties as London and Paris prepare for ‘extreme threats’ without relying on Washington

Why Nvidia is now worth more than Apple: The $4 trillion AI chip story

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Why Nvidia is now worth more than Apple: The $4 trillion AI chip story

Chipmaker rides historic AI wave to surpass Apple and Microsoft in market capitalization.

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