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Dulhasti Stage-II cleared: Why India is fast-tracking hydropower on Chenab as Pakistan cries foul over IWT suspension
India approved the 260-MW Dulhasti Stage-II project on the Chenab River while continuing annual nuclear and prisoner list exchanges with Pakistan, underscoring its focus on energy development and regional stability amid strained ties.
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Jack Smith blasts Trump in House deposition: ‘Jan 6 Capitol Hill attack didn't happen without him’
Former special counsel Jack Smith defends his Trump investigations, saying Jan. 6 “would not have happened without him” and evidence was sufficient for conviction.
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Who was Thokala Hruthik Reddy? Indian student from Telangana killed in Germany apartment fire
A 25-year-old Telangana student pursuing a master’s degree in Germany died after jumping from his apartment to escape a fire, prompting his family to seek government help to bring his body home.
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Zohran Mamdani vows a ‘new era’ for New York, says ‘Logon ke dil badal gaye’: Here’s what he promised
Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s 112th mayor, pledging a ‘new era’ focused on affordability, social equity and progressive reform.
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Soaring prices, street deaths and chants of ‘Mullahs must leave Iran’: What’s fueling Iran’s unrest | Explained
Nationwide protests over soaring prices and a collapsing currency turn deadly in Iran, with at least seven killed as unrest spreads to multiple cities.
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Did Zohran Mamdani really make a ‘Nazi salute’ at his inauguration? MAGA supporters compare him to Elon Musk
Democrat Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City’s 112th mayor early Thursday, but his inauguration was quickly overshadowed by a social media controversy over a hand gesture captured on video.
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Kim Jong Un’s daughter steps into spotlight at mausoleum, fuels succession talk | Watch
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un appeared with his daughter Ju Ae at the Kumsusan mausoleum on New Year’s Day, a rare and symbolic outing that has reignited speculation over succession in Pyongyang.
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‘Joy and laughter turned to screams’: Eyewitnesses recall night of horror in Swiss bar fire
At least 40 people were killed and more than 100 injured after a fire tore through a packed bar during New Year celebrations at Switzerland’s luxury ski resort of Crans-Montana, triggering scenes of panic and chaos.
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Why China is taxing condoms now? Beijing latest and strangest move to get people having more babies
China imposes 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptives from Jan 1, 2026, ending a 30-year exemption as Beijing pushes births with subsidies.
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Trump says he’s taking more aspirin than doctors advise and explains why
Trump says he takes 325 mg aspirin daily despite doctors’ advice; his physician says it’s preventive. Bruising and a CT scan add focus.
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A Coca-Cola toast, nonalcoholic champagne, and war on the screens: Ukraine’s soldiers ring in 2026 under fire
Ukraine’s front-line troops began 2026 watching drone feeds and Russian advances. Soldiers doubt peace talks and brace for a long war, NYT reported.
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Deadly clashes mark new phase of Iran protests over inflation and currency collapse
At least one person was killed as protests over Iran’s economic crisis spread nationwide. President Masoud Pezeshkian called for urgent action to ease public anger.
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2025 became Pakistan’s deadliest year in a decade with over 3,400 killings: Why its border regions are burning again
CRSS identified Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan as the most active militant outfit in 2025. It was followed by the Balochistan Liberation Army, Balochistan Liberation Front, and Islamic State Khorasan Province.
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Marrying a US citizen no longer guarantees a Green Card: What ‘immediate relative’ status really means
According to Bernstein, marriage-based Green Card applications are being examined more closely due to stricter immigration enforcement policies that gained momentum during the administration of Donald Trump.
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Swiss bar fire kills 40: Are investigators viewing it in shadow of Bondi attack? Here's what we know
Investigators are also examining whether extremist propaganda linked to the Palestine issue is circulating through encrypted and semi-open online platforms.
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'Nothing secret about it': Bangladesh Jamaat chief denies ‘secret meetings’ with Indian diplomats
In a Facebook post on Thursday, Rahman clarified that he met two Indian diplomats around the middle of last year after returning home from medical treatment.
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Swiss Alps bar fire kills 40, injures 100: What caused the explosion and why terror was ruled out | Explained
The tragedy comes against the backdrop of Switzerland experiencing an unusual period of drought and recurring forest fires in recent years.
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BNP blames Sheikh Hasina for Khaleda Zia’s death: 'She came out of prison seriously ill'
BNP alleged that Khaleda Zia’s prolonged incarceration, restrictions on travel, and refusal by authorities to allow her to seek treatment abroad led to irreversible deterioration in her health.
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‘Spare us his crocodile tears’: Trump shares scathing op-ed on Putin, signals tougher line on Russia
Donald Trump’s decision to amplify the piece came as US intelligence agencies rejected Moscow’s claim about an attempted Ukrainian strike on Putin.
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'Fulfil demands first, no further talks': Why PoK’s Awami Action Committee has walked away from talks with Pakistan
The committee has also warned that it is preparing to launch protests against the Pakistan government if the agreed demands continue to remain unfulfilled.
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Asim Munir’s saber-rattling returns: Pak army chief opens 2026 with fresh threat to India, here's what he said
Critics interpret Munir’s rhetoric as hollow saber-rattling from a government facing its own internal security problems, including insurgency in Balochistan and economic crisis.
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Another Hindu man attacked and set on fire by mob in Bangladesh, suffers severe injuries
A Hindu man was seriously injured after being attacked by a mob and set on fire in Bangladesh, in yet another incident highlighting rising violence against minorities in the country.
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Police rule out terror after deadly fire kills 'several tens of people' at Swiss ski resort bar: What we know so far
While Swiss authorities declined to give specific numbers, Italy’s foreign ministry said Swiss police believe around 40 people may have died, with approximately 100 injured.
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US Embassy warns migrants of ‘significant criminal penalties’: What it means for Indians awaiting visas
The warning comes at a time when thousands of Indian nationals are already facing uncertainty due to prolonged delays in visa appointments, particularly for H-1B and H-4 work and dependent visas.
