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Nitish Kumar vacates Bihar CM residence on Buddha Purnima

Patna The iconic 1 Anne Marg, the official residence of the Chief Minister of Bihar, witnessed a significant political transition on Friday, symbolising a shift in the state’s power dynamics.Long considered the nerve centre of political authority in Bihar, 1 Anne Marg has been

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India

CBI Arrests CGHS Officials in Meerut Bribery Case

The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested two officials from the Central Government Health Scheme in Meerut for allegedly accepting a bribe to facilitate a staff transfer, officials confirmed on Friday. MeerutThe accused have been identified as Natasha Verma, Additional

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India

India’s new strategic maritime hub takes shape at Great Nicobar

New Delhi The Great Nicobar Project, work on which is underway, aims to transform the Great Nicobar into a strategic maritime and economic hub by leveraging its proximity to the global East–West shipping route and reducing dependence on foreign transshipment ports keeping in v

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Business

Vishvajit Sahay, Bharat Khera assume key govt roles

New Delhi Vishvajit Sahay has taken charge as Secretary (Defence Finance) in the Ministry of Defence, bringing over three decades of experience in defence finance and public administration. A 1990 batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service, he previously served as Co

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Business

South Korea exports stay above $80 billion in April

Seoul South Korea’s exports remained strong, crossing $80 billion for a second straight month in April, driven by semiconductor demand. Outbound shipments reached $85.89 billion, up 48% year-on-year, according to the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources. This marks the

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Business

India live events industry set for strong growth

New Delhi India’s organised live events sector is set for robust growth, projected to rise from Rs 145 billion in 2025 to Rs 196 billion by 2028, marking a steady 10% annual increase. The government has identified this segment as the fastest-growing within the media and entert

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Business

Women workforce participation sees strong growth in India

India marks International Labour Day with rising women workforce participation and expanded social protection coverage nationwide, reflecting inclusive economic growth. New Delhi India has recorded significant progress in women’s workforce participation and social protectio

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Business

Pakistan economy hit by severe fuel shock crisis

Pakistan faces severe fuel-price shock as global oil surge deepens inflation, strains imports, widens fiscal pressure, and threatens economic stability amid rising public hardship. New Delhi Pakistan is facing its most serious fuel-price shock in more than 50 years, with ri

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World

U.S. Navy Deploys AI to Counter Iranian Mines in Strategic Waterway

WashingtonThe United States Navy is accelerating the use of artificial intelligence to detect and neutralize Iranian naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions in the region continue to threaten global trade and energy supplies.Amid ongoing instability involving Iran, the U

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World

Activists Detained After Gaza Aid Flotilla Seized Near Greece

More than 100 pro-Palestinian activists attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza were detained and taken to the Greek island of Crete after Israeli forces intercepted their vessels in international waters, escalating tensions over access to the blockaded territory. ATHER

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World

Transatlantic Strains Rise as Trump Targets European Leaders

Tensions between the United States and Europe have escalated sharply in recent weeks, as U.S. President Donald Trump launched a series of pointed criticisms and threats against key European allies. WashingtonEuropean leaders are increasingly обеспокоены by the unpredictable to

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