Month: February 2025

7 Suspected Kuki National Army, 4 Meitei Militants Arrested In Manipur: Police

February 16, 2025 admin

Imphal/New Delhi: Eleven militants have been arrested in Manipur in the last two days, including seven suspected militants of the Kuki National Army (KNA), the police said on Sunday. The KNA is a signatory to the controversial suspension of operations (SoO) agreement. The suspected KNA militants were arrested from Old Khaukual area in Churachandpur on…

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Mumbai Indians Sign Mujeeb ur Rahman As Replacement For Afghanistan’s Allah Ghazanfar

February 16, 2025 admin

Mumbai Indians signed Mujeeb ur Rahman as a replacement player© BCCI/Sportzpics Five-time champions Mumbai Indians on Sunday announced the signing of Afghanistan off-spinner Mujeeb Ur Rahman as a replacement for Allah Ghazanfar who has been ruled out of the IPL 2025 due to an injury. The 18-year-old Afghan spinner had suffered a fracture…

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How Shikhar Dhawan Connects With 11-Year-Old Son Despite Being Blocked

February 16, 2025 admin

Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has revealed how he tries to stay in touch with his 11-year-old son Zoraver in a spiritual manner, even though he does not get to see him anymore. Dhawan, 39, was granted divorce from his ex-wife Aesha Mukherji in October 2023, but lost custody of his son Zoraver….

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Amid ‘Deep State’ Allegations, US Slashes Funding In Bangladesh

February 16, 2025 admin

Washington DC: In its bid to save US taxpayers’ money, the Donald Trump administration’s cost-cutting team–Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)– has cancelled a slew of overseas projects, including one in Bangladesh that raised several eyebrows. The billionaire Elon Musk-led department said it is cancelling $29 million funding intended for “strengthening the political landscape in Bangladesh”….

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What Railways Said On Stampede At Delhi Station That Killed 18 Passengers

February 16, 2025 admin

New Delhi: Millions of devotees from across India have been visiting the ongoing Maha Kumbh mela in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj – one that is held every 12 years – causing a huge rush in trains and traffic on roads. A wave of stampede-like incidents and angry passengers breaking train windows as they were unable to…

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“Never Shown…”: India Legend Mithali Raj Heaps Praise On Ignored Star Who Slammed 18-Ball 43

February 16, 2025 admin

Delhi Capitals (DC) pulled off a nail-biting two-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the ongoing Women’s Premier League (WPL) on Saturday. The match witnessed some electrifying moments, with Shafali Verma’s aggressive innings at the top. Former India captain Mithali Raj, speaking on JioHotstar, lauded Shafali’s fearless approach. “I think anyone stepping into…

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Elon Musk’s DOGE Flags $21 Million For “Voter Turnout In India”, BJP Responds

February 16, 2025 admin

New Delhi: The United States Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, has cancelled a $21 million US taxpayer-funded grant – under former President Joe Biden’s administration – meant to influence “voter turnout in India.” In its announcement, DOGE highlighted that the $21 million was part of a larger $486 million budget allocated…

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“Really Hard When…”: MI Coach’s Remarks On WPL Run-Out Controversy Adds Fuel To Fire

February 16, 2025 admin

Taking a dig at the controversial run-out decisions that played a big role in her team’s last-ball, two-wicket loss to Delhi Capitals, Mumbai Indians coach Charlotte Edwards said it was “really hard” to comprehend such calls that affect the eventual outcome of the match. Three controversial run-out decisions sparked a debate as Delhi…

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EAM Jaishankar, Saar discuss Trump’s vision of connecting Israel with India, Europe, U.S.

February 16, 2025 admin

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar with Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar. | Photo Credit: X/@DrSJaishankar External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met his Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar in Germany and discussed several important matters, including the situation in West Asia and President Donald Trump’s vision of connecting Asia, Europe, and the U.S. through Israel. The two leaders…

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How Neck Belts, AI Cameras Are Keeping Humans Safe From Leopards In Pune

February 16, 2025 admin

Pune: Cameras equipped with AI technology and special bands to protect the neck are among the measures introduced by forest officials in Pune’s Junnar area which witnessed nine deaths due to leopard attacks in the past one year. With the availability of water, the hilly region on the northern end of Pune district, adjoining the…

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