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'Worst intelligence in history...': Piers Morgan rebukes Pakistani analyst's claim on Bin Laden's hiding
Piers Morgan promptly interrupted Shehzad Ghias Shaikh, labelling his claim as 'utterly ludicrous.' He pointed out that bin Laden had been residing for years in a compound located merely a few hundred yards from one of Pakistan's main military bases.
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iPhones to paid vacations: Indian techie's Swedish work benefits go viral, internet calls it 'dream job'
In his Instagram reel, Ashutosh highlighted several perks that are standard in Sweden but considered exceptional in many other countries. These include 30 days of paid vacation annually, which employees can take without requiring formal approval—only a notification to their supervisor is needed. Additionally, new hires receive the latest iPhone and a laptop as part of their onboarding package.
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Swiggy delivery agent's dedication shines as he juggles work with toddler daughter. Heartwarming post
Upon meeting Pankaj at the gate, Mayank Agarwal was moved to see the delivery agent with his toddler daughter seated on the bike. Pankaj explained that he brings Tun Tun along during deliveries because he has no one else to look after her. Her older brother attends evening classes, and their mother passed away during childbirth.
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'Sardar Donald Singh Trump': Internet erupts with memes as India-Pakistan ceasefire announced
This announcement quickly became fodder for meme creators. The internet also saw a surge of memes featuring Donald Trump, with some users humorously referring to him as "Sardar Donald Singh Trump" for his role in mediating the ceasefire.
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Fact check: Government flags fake X accounts impersonating Vyomika Singh, Sofia Qureshi
The Press Information Bureau’s (PIB) fact-checking unit has clarified that neither Wing Commander Vyomika Singh nor Colonel Sofia Qureshi maintains an official presence on X.
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India, Pakistan agree to 'full and immediate ceasefire'. Internet reacts
The ceasefire comes in the wake of a deadly terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, last month, which claimed 26 lives. India responded with 'Operation Sindoor,' targeting terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, resulting in over 100 militant casualties, according to Indian officials.
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'Send them Pakking': Amul's tribute to India's retaliation wins hearts
The Amul advertisement's slogan, 'Send Them Pakking,' is a play on words that resonated with many online users, who praised the brand for its timely and patriotic message. Social media platforms were abuzz with reactions, with users expressing admiration for the ad's creativity and its salute to the armed forces.
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Aircel founder C Sivasankaran reflects on missed opportunities: 'Not learning Hindi cost me Rs 1 lakh crore'
Beyond his professional reflections, C Sivasankaran shared insights into his personal investments prior to Aircel's bankruptcy. He revealed substantial investments in real estate, including the purchase of two islands in Seychelles, which he envisioned as his own 'Republic of Siva.'
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PIB mocks Pakistan's loan appeal with 'Golmaal' meme, Islamabad claims X account was hacked
The controversy began when the official X (formerly Twitter) account of Pakistan's Economic Affairs Division posted an appeal to international partners for additional loans, citing 'heavy losses inflicted by enemy' and a crashing stock market amid escalating conflict with India.
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Bill Gates accuses Elon Musk, DOGE of causing deaths of 'world's poorest children'
Bill Gates, who recently announced that the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation would close by 2045, criticised Elon Musk for his role in slashing foreign aid, warning that the decision had already had devastating humanitarian consequences.
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New Pope Leo XIV inspires holy Math memes: 'In the name of the cos, sin, and holy tangent'
Pope Leo XIV's academic background also become a focal point for online humor. Holding a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Villanova University, he has been dubbed the 'Math Pope' by netizens. Memes have surfaced featuring mathematical puns and references.
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'Kindly support us, we are an Indian brand': Karachi Bakery owners defend name amid protests
The owners appealed to authorities for support, emphasising their Indian identity. "We request the Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and senior officers of administration to support to prevent any change in the name.
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Operation Sindoor triggers online panic: Authorities warn against fake advisories
A widely circulated message, resembling an official government advisory, urged citizens to stock up on essentials, including non-perishable food, medicines, fuel, and to keep emergency contacts handy, citing escalating tensions along the India-Pakistan border.
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‘Operation Sindoor’ ignites surge in Google searches across Pakistan: What people wanted to know
The operation, conducted in the early hours of May 7, 2025, was a direct response to the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, which resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians, including 25 Indians and one Nepali citizen. India's military targeted nine sites associated with terrorist groups such as Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed, aiming to dismantle launchpads and camps used for cross-border attacks.
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'Forced to climb stairs holding ears’: Ex-employee accuses Hike Education of harassment, CEO responds. Video
Piyush Kumar, 24, made the allegations public in a LinkedIn post on Friday, claiming that he was subjected to 'repeated mental harassment, defamation, and professional humiliation' during his time at the company. He said he resigned in April after being forced to perform a degrading act in front of colleagues.
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‘Felt like we were under war’: Delhi-NCR wakes up to torrential rains, thunderstorm and chaos
Residents took to social media to share their experiences and concerns. One individual wrote: 'Omg. First, a dust storm so loud that the howling wind woke me. And now it’s a full-blown storm with lightning, thunder, rain and wind. I’ve been awake and listening/watching for the last 20 minutes. It looks so majestic and powerful.'
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'It's not candy': US-based doctor says Indians take Dolo 650 'like Cadbury Gems'. What are the risks?
Dolo 650, a brand name for paracetamol, has become a household staple across India, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. Stocked in medicine cabinets, it is often the first line of defence for symptoms ranging from fever and body aches to headaches and post-vaccine discomfort.
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Malayalam writer flags lack of South Indian cuisine on Vande Bharat, divides internet: 'Food imposition'
'They speak about language imposition. What about food imposition?' MS Madhavan wrote in a post that included an image of snacks served onboard the Bengaluru-Coimbatore Vande Bharat Express. 'Typical snacks served in South Indian Vande Bharat trains. This one from Bengaluru-Coimbatore VB,' he added, suggesting that the menu failed to reflect local culinary traditions.
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DUSU leader retaliates with cow dung, says college principal should now use ‘natural cooling’ herself. Watch
The incident, which was caught on video and circulated widely across social media, showed Ronak Khatri and a group of students entering the principal’s office and confronting a faculty member. They demanded accountability for what they described as a bizarre and unsanctioned experiment involving coating classroom walls with cow dung. The video of Pratyush Vatsala herself applying the dung mixture had gone viral earlier.
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Sam Altman gives shoutout to Bengaluru founder behind his baby’s smart crib. Here’s how much it costs
Sam Altman, 39, praised the smart crib while offering practical advice for new parents. 'We bought a lot of silly baby things that we haven’t needed. But definitely I recommend a Cradlewise crib and a lot more burp rags than you think you could possibly need,' he wrote.
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“It pains me...': Vir Das pays Rs 50,000 for Air India seat, gets broken table, no wheelchair for injured wife
In a detailed post on X (formerly Twitter), Vir Das said he and his wife had paid Rs 50,000 per seat — Rs 1 lakh in total — for the Air India flight AI816 to the national capital. Despite the premium fare, Das claimed they encountered broken seat components, an aircraft delay of two hours, and a lack of ground assistance, which forced his wife, who has a fractured foot, to disembark using a stepladder without any aid.
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Employees in 40s now top layoff targets, warns Bombay Shaving Company CEO. His tips
Shantanu Deshpande further observed that for several individuals in this age group, the anticipated 'golden salary phase' — usually expected to arrive in the late 40s or 50s when one ascends to senior management positions — still lies ahead. As a result, being laid off during this stage proves not only disruptive but also untimely.
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'Kind of sociopaths': Disney heiress slams billionaires who cling to wealth
In an interview with The Guardian, Abigail Disney argued that individuals with fortunes exceeding $999 million should not hesitate to redistribute their wealth through taxation or charitable giving.
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Power bank sparks 8-hour ordeal: Indian woman stripped, frisked by male officer at US airport
Shruti Chaturvedi, who took to social media platform X to describe the ordeal, said it was the “worst” experience she had ever endured. In her post, she recounted how she was stripped of her warm clothing, denied access to her mobile phone and wallet, and held in a cold room without permission to make a phone call or use the restroom.
