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PM Modi likely to hold bilateral meet with China’s Xi Jinping on Sunday

India August 28, 2025
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to hold a bilateral meeting with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on Sunday as he travels to China for the first time in seven years. The two leaders had last met on October 23, 2024 on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in Russia’s Kazan. PM Modi had last travelled to China in 2018.
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Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Richard Drew)
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India's captain Suryakumar Yadav reacts during the Asia Cup cricket match between India and Sri Lanka at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. (AP Photo)
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India beat Sri Lanka after Super Over drama and controversy in final Asia Cup game

Sports 23 min ago
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India defeats Sri Lanka in a thrilling Super Over to secure their spot in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan. A controversial run-out appeal overturned due to a dead ball added drama to the match. Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson's strong performances helped India reach a total of 202/5. Sri Lanka has been eliminated from the tournament.
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(Left) Preethi Pal, who will compete in the 100m and 200m T35 events at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi; (Right) Sumit Antil, who is a two-time Paralympic gold medallist in men’s javelin throw F64. (PHOTOS: PCI)
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World Para Athletics Championships: Indian stars expected to lead medal charge

Sports 1 hr ago
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The World Para Athletics Championships will begin on Saturday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, with 73 Indians competing. Top names include Sumit Antil, a two-time Paralympic gold medallist in javelin throw F64, Praveen Kumar, a silver medallist at Tokyo 2020 and gold medallist at Paris 2024 in high jump T64, and Preethi Pal, the first Indian woman to win a medal in track events.
India's Sanju Samson, left, and India's Tilak Varma greet each other during a Asia Cup cricket match. (AP Photo)
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Why the Tilak Varma-Sanju Samson partnership against Sri Lanka at Asia Cup was important

Sports 2 hr ago
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Tilak Varma and Sanju Samson's partnership led India to a solid score of 200 in the tournament, proving the team's strength despite concerns about the middle order. Despite past criticism for their weaknesses, both players have embraced their new roles with selflessness and showcased their boundary-hitting abilities and adaptability in different positions.
Para-javelin thrower Sumit Antil has his sights set on breaking the world record with a 75m throw. (File photo by PCI)
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South Africa Women's world cup
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ICC Women’s World Cup, South Africa team quick guide

Sports 3 hr ago
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South Africa is a strong contender for the upcoming 2025 ODI World Cup, having reached the semifinals in the last two editions. They have a versatile squad led by captain Laura Wolvaardt, with experienced players like Marizanne Kapp and Sune Luus.
Shelar said the compensation should be provided based on the norms formulated by the BMC for the section of the Coastal Road constructed by the civic body.
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Affected by Coastal Rd, Bandra-Versova Sea Link: Shelar orders compensation to fisherfolk

Cities 4 hr ago
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Mumbai Suburban Guardian Minister Ashish Shelar has directed that fisherfolk impacted by the Coastal Road and Bandra-Versova Sea Link projects be compensated based on BMC's standards. The Koli community in Khar Danda Koliwada will receive compensation from the state government, but there is a discrepancy between BMC and state government criteria.
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World Para Athletics Championship: An opportunity to inspire, raise awareness

Sports 4 hr ago
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India to host World Para Athletics Championships, giving para athletes chance to perform in front of home crowd for first time. Event holds significance for representation and inclusion, and has potential to inspire positive social change. With 73 athletes, India aims to surpass previous best medal haul of 17 and enter top ranks with support of crowd.
Boney Kapoor spoke about his drastic weight loss, hair transplant, smoking habits, and his late wife Sridevi
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Step into Randeep Hooda’s Mumbai home as he gives us a tour of his den
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Take a tour of Randeep Hooda’s Mumbai home

Lifestyle 4 hr ago
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Randeep Hooda's Mumbai flat, or "den", stands out for its personal touches like a gym, bar, and study. It's a communal space, with friends having access to it. The walls are adorned with memories and photographs, including one of his village house. Hooda is an equestrian and a skilled driver, having driven cabs for 15-16 hours in Melbourne. His next project is a biopic called "The Jeep Man".
He was questioned for six hours, but his arrest was not recorded for want of evidence.
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The court, however, noted that custodial interrogation was not required since only voice samples were pending.
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Anticipatory bail granted to railway cop accused of seeking Rs 10 lakhs bribe

Cities 3 hr ago
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The special court granted anticipatory bail to GRP inspector Rohit Sawant in a corruption case filed by the ACB. Sawant must appear for voice sample collection, surrender his phone, and pay a bond of Rs 1 lakh. The case involves Sawant and lawyer Arunkumar Singh allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 10 lakh.
Sidhu had been seconded to ITBP in November 2022 for a period of three years and his tenure was to end in two months time.
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IPS officer Harpreet Sidhu repatriated to Punjab cadre on own request

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Senior IPS officer Harpreet Singh Sidhu has been repatriated to his parent cadre of Punjab from his central deputation at his own request by the Ministry of Home Affairs. This move was approved under the IPS Tenure Policy, as Sidhu was not empanelled as DGP in the Centre. He has had a successful career in counter-narcotics and internal security.
Hardeep Singh Puri said Europe, Turkey, and Japan are still buying Russian oil. (Representational: Pixabay)
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India to continue Russian oil imports: Oil Minister

Business 3 hr ago
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India will continue to import crude oil from Russia despite criticism from the West, as energy is crucial and any supply disruption can cause price hikes and inflation. Puri believes sanctions are ineffective and major countries like Europe, Turkey, and Japan are still buying Russian oil. Recent production cuts in Russia may have a global impact.
KL Rahul India A vs Australia A
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KL Rahul’s 176, Sai Sudharsan’s 100 power India A to un-chase of 413 against Australia A

Sports 4 hr ago
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India A achieved a remarkable win against Australia A in the second unofficial Test, successfully chasing a target of 413 with five wickets remaining. KL Rahul's unbeaten 176 and B Sai Sudharsan's century were crucial in securing the victory on the final day. This impressive performance serves as a warning for the West Indies before their Test series against India.
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Farah Khan's cook Dilip asks when Deepika Padukone would come on their show
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Indians are the biggest beneficiaries of the H-1B visa, of which 65,000 can be issued in a year with a further 20,000 petitions permitted for those who have studied in the US and graduated with a Master’s or higher degree.
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FinMin says risks to services sector from H-1B visa fee appear manageable, but are there

Business 5 hr ago
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The Indian services sector is not greatly affected by the US government's decision to impose a fee on new H-1B visa applications. The finance ministry suggests targeted deregulation to support economic growth. India has a significant services trade surplus and recent GST rate cuts and other reforms are expected to boost the economy with a predicted growth rate of 6.6-6.9%.
Following this decision, he can now depose against other accused, including Nirav Modi, as a prosecution witness of the CBI.
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Nirav Modi’s brother-in-law turns approver, granted pardon by special court

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Mainak Mehta, brother-in-law of Nirav Modi, was granted pardon by a special court in the CBI case related to the PNB fraud. Mehta and his wife, Nirav's sister, were also granted pardon in the ED case. Mehta has aided government agencies and is willing to reveal all information he has on the case. Nirav Modi is currently undergoing extradition proceedings in the UK.
Other than the price of $523 (approximately Rs 46,393), not many specifications have been revealed about the device. (Image: Energizer)
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This laptop can run for a full week on a single charge

Technology 7 hr ago
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Avenir Telecom introduces new laptops under the Energizer brand with long battery life, including the Pro Ultra with a 192Wh battery and 28-hour battery life. The laptops feature AMD Ryzen 5 CPUs, 512GB SSD storage, and multiple ports. The company also released the Hard Case P28K smartphone with a 28,000mAh battery and rugged design. It will retail for €249.99 in October.
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Women's world cup
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ICC Women’s World Cup captains day: Harmanpreet Kaur, Alyssa Healy take centerstage

Sports 5 hr ago
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ICC Women's World Cup captains met in Bengaluru and Colombo to discuss the upcoming tournament, which will have a hybrid format due to India-Pakistan tensions. India's Harmanpreet Kaur and Australia's Alyssa Healy are likely to lead their teams to the semi-finals, while teams like Sri Lanka and Pakistan are aware of the tough competition.
As a result, the government was forced to declare the financial package.
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Maharashtra announced Rs 15,000 crore as compensation for agri sector in 3 yrs

Cities 6 hr ago
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Maharashtra government has allocated Rs 15,000 crore in the past three years towards the farm sector to aid farmers affected by natural disasters such as untimely rains, heavy rainfall, cyclone, drought, and floods. The govt has also requested additional funds from the NDRF to support over 50 lakh hectares of damaged crops.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds up a map while speaking at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, at U.N. headquarters. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah)
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Rakul Preet Singh
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Rakul Preet Singh recalls doing 1,000 squats in one-off challenge

Lifestyle 6 hr ago
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Rakul Preet Singh, 34, shared her fitness journey with Soha Ali Khan, revealing her impressive achievement of completing 1,000 squats in a single session. However, experts warn against extreme challenges like this, as they can harm the body and lead to serious conditions.
India Women vs new Zealand Women World Cup Warm Up Live Streaming
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India vs New Zealand Live Streaming, ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Warm-up Match:

Sports 6 hr ago
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India will face New Zealand in their second ICC Women's World Cup warm-up match after a heavy defeat against England. The return of captain Harmanpreet Kaur, vice captain Smriti Mandhana, and opener Pratika Rawal will strengthen India's batting, while their bowlers will need to improve after conceding 339 runs against England.
BPSL, acquired by JSW in 2021, has consistently contributed to the company’s revenue and profits.
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At present, the civic body has cleared over 70 lakh metric tonnes of waste accounting for 70 percent of the total legacy waste at the erstwhile dumpsite.
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For future plans, BMC to conduct environmental analysis of Mulund dumping ground

Cities 7 hr ago
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The BMC is conducting an environmental analysis of the Mulund dumping ground, which has been closed. The study will analyze soil samples for contamination, ground water, air quality, and gas emissions. Ideas for repurposing the land include a golf course and a hospital. The analysis will cost Rs 3 lakh and take one month, and will guide future development plans.
Thamma Trailer
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Thamma trailer: Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna join forces

Entertainment 7 hr ago
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The Maddock Horror Comedy film universe welcomes its newest member, Thamma, with Ayushmann Khurrana and Nawazuddin Siddiqui as the leads. The trailer reveals a love story at the core of the film, along with the signature horror-comedy elements. Paresh Rawal plays Ayushmann's father, trying to turn him back into a human while dealing with his new identity.
The block has been planned to carry put essential maintenance work to ensure safe and smooth train operations.
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Shoaib Akhtar on Mohammad Nawaz axar patel India pakistan asia cup
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Shoaib Akhtar wants Pakistan’s Mohammad Nawaz to work on his mindset

Sports 7 hr ago
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Shoaib Akhtar praises Mohammad Nawaz for his all-round performance in a crucial match against Bangladesh, comparing him to India's Axar Patel. Nawaz's composed batting and crucial wicket helped Pakistan win with a tough fightback. Akhtar urges Nawaz to emulate Axar's confidence and mindset for a secure place in the team.
Security personnel lathi-charge protesters during a demonstration over the issue of 'I Love Mohammad' posters, in Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. (PTI Photo)
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Bareilly protest over ‘I Love Mohammad’ turns violent: Stones pelted, vehicles damaged

Cities 5 hr ago
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Tension erupted in Bareilly, UP as groups held processions supporting an "I Love Mohammad" banner. Police intervened, leading to stone pelting and damage to vehicles. Heavy police deployment brought the situation under control. No injuries reported. Protests were in response to a light board displaying the message, resulting in an FIR and escalating tensions.
Indian man’s US visa denied
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Historically, Garba reflected the rich diversity of Gujarati communities
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A look at the diversity of Garba across Gujarati communities

Lifestyle 7 hr ago
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Garba, a lively dance form of Gujarat's Navratri festivities, has a long history dating back to the Harappan civilization and the Rig Veda. It showcases the diverse communities of Gujarat, each contributing their distinct styles and customs to the dance. From the Mers' martial influences to the Adivasi's nature-based forms, Garba is a celebration of community identity and cultural legacy.
Balti movie review
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Balti movie review: This Shane Nigam starrer works for its action and not for its sports

Entertainment 7 hr ago
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In Bali, sport functions more as an incidental detail, a backdrop to explore themes of friendship and loyalty, within a world of loan sharks and illegal gambling rings in the border town of Palakkad. As a sports movie, Shane Nigam's Balti struggles to earn any credence. But as a generic action film set in a world of gangsters vying for control, it works more effectively.
Mumbai Joint CP Sameer Wankhede. Express File Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar
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Wahab Riaz India vs Pakistan Asia Cup final
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Joshi and Singh said that a 2020 circular of the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, which allowed the widening, should be quashed and an intermediate road width of 5.5 metres should be adopted as discussed previously.
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Gukesh Dommaraju (LEFT) and Arjun Erigaisi--seen here during the Norway Chess Games earlier this year--will team up in the Global Chess League for the PBG Alaskan Knights. (Express Photos by Amit Kamath)
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Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi join forces at PBG Alaskan Knights in GCL 3

Sports 2 hr ago
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Gukesh Dommaraju and Arjun Erigaisi have been chosen by PBG Alaskan Knights for the third edition of the Global Chess League. Magnus Carlsen will not be competing this season, and the defending champions Triveni Continental Kings have a strong lineup with Alireza Firouzja and Vidit Gujrathi. Other notable players include Viswanathan Anand, Fabiano Caruana, and Hikaru Nakamura, among others.
Vande Bharat Sleeper train is equipped with a range of world-class features
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Railways to launch 2 Vande Bharat Sleeper trains together, says Ashwini Vaishnaw

India 8 hr ago
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The Indian Railways will soon introduce the Vande Bharat Sleeper train, equipped with advanced technology for a comfortable and fast journey. The launch date is yet to be announced, as the second train is still being built. With a maximum speed of 180 kmph, the train will have USB charging ports, security cameras, and special facilities for differently-abled passengers.
Indrani Mukerjea on her relationship with former husband Peter
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Indrani Mukerjea says she was ‘abandoned’ by ex husband Peter after Sheena Bora case

Lifestyle 8 hr ago
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Indrani Mukerjea, accused in her daughter's murder, reveals the impact of her legal battle on her relationships. She discusses her parents' abandonment and lack of support, as well as insights from her two marriages. A psychologist explains how early parental dynamics shape expectations and influence emotional resilience and attachment styles in romantic relationships.
The court also recorded that the will of Sunjay and the list of assets, as furnished by his widow Priya, in a sealed cover before the court, will be used discreetly by all parties involved.
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Sunjay Kapur assets case: Delhi HC allows Priya to file list of assets in sealed cover

Cities 8 hr ago
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The Delhi High Court has granted permission to Priya, wife of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, to submit a confidential list of his assets in a sealed cover. The court has instructed all parties to use the will and asset list discreetly, and Sunjay's mother will also receive a copy of the will. This comes in response to doubts raised by Sunjay's children from his second marriage in a partition suit.
Capgemini Kolkata Durga Puja celebration
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The Xiaomi 17 series is available in China, but it is still unclear when it will be coming to India.
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Xiaomi 17 series with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 announced: Price, specs and other details

Technology 6 hr ago
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Xiaomi launched its highly anticipated 17 series, consisting of three models - 17, 17 Pro, and 17 Pro Max, powered by Qualcomm's flagship chipset. The phones come with impressive specs, including a 120Hz refresh rate, Leica-tuned triple camera setup, and a secondary display on the 17 Pro. The prices start at 4,499 yuan, but it's unclear if they will be available in India.
Rohit Saraf shares on set anecdotes.
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‘Varun Dhawan bullied me, Janhvi Kapoor the biggest schemer on planet’: jokes Rohit Saraf

Entertainment 9 hr ago
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The cast of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, including Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, recently appeared at the India Today Conclave for an interview as part of their promotional tour. They candidly shared their experiences and growing camaraderie on set, but the session also sparked backlash for the anchor's inappropriate questions and comments.
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India dismisses NATO chief’s claim of ‘Delhi now on phone with Moscow’ as ‘baseless’

India 8 hr ago
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India denies NATO chief's claim that US tariffs on Russian oil are pushing PM Modi to seek clarification from Putin on Ukraine strategy. MEA calls statement "factually incorrect and baseless," urges NATO to take more responsibility. Trump's tariffs on India have led to Modi seeking clarification from Putin, says Rutte. Modi and Putin have discussed resolving the conflict peacefully.
Ekta Kapoor denies taking a dig at Ram Kapoor's weight loss transformation in viral Ozempic video
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Ekta Kapoor denies taking a dig at Ram Kapoor’s weight loss transformation in Ozempic clip

Entertainment 9 hr ago
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Ekta Kapoor clarifies that her comments were not directed towards Ram Kapoor's weight loss transformation and were instead referencing her upcoming show Bade Achhe Lagte Hain, which addresses issues of body-shaming and self-acceptance. She also denies any knowledge of Ram using weight-loss drugs and expresses her own interest in trying them due to joint pain caused by inflammation.
Agha
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Salman Agha confident on beating India in Asia Cup final

Sports 9 hr ago
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Pakistan's shaky start led to a sub-par total of 135 runs against Bangladesh, but their strong bowling, led by Afridi's 3 wickets, secured them a spot in the final against India. Captain Agha acknowledged the need for batting improvement but is confident in their ability to beat any team. Efficient fielding and early breakthroughs in the power play were crucial in their victory.