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ED unearths Rs 200cr plot in Mumbai tied to Malik's son

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IPCC links mental health to climate change

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Ukraine invasion: 'There are no dollars - I don't know what to do!'

Russians are starting to feel the effect of sanctions aimed at punishing the country for invading Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/nphwtCQ

Q3 GDP growth slows to 5.4%, annual expansion put at 8.9%

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Ashneer Grover resigns as BharatPe MD

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Final trailer of Jared Leto's 'Morbius' is out

The final trailer of Sony Marvel collaboration's 'Morbius' starring Jared Leto has been dropped by the makers on the internet. The trailer reveals how Dr Michael Morbius (Leto) turns into a blood-lusting Vampire. The description of the video read, "Let go of what you used to be. Discover who you’re meant to be." from Times of India https://ift.tt/hi8Lvpk via IFTTT

Ukraine crisis: Putin raises nuclear alert status, US stays calm

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Sharp fuel hike likely as crude tops $100/barrel

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India talks to both sides to get 2,000 more out of eastern Ukraine

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Nadda's Twitter a/c hacked, messages on Ukraine posted

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Ukraine conflict: Refugee's tearful description of why she fled

Zhanna Gavrilenko spoke to the BBC's Mark Lowen near the Ukrainian-Polish border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5xIWEAi

Facing Ukrainian ire after India's UN move: Students

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Ukraine conflict: Putin's war prompts dramatic German U-turn

Germany's new chancellor announces a massive increase in military spending as anti-war crowds gather. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vHoKudh

Liverpool beat Chelsea 11-10 on penalties to win League Cup

Liverpool won the League Cup final in dramatic fashion as Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga missed the decisive penalty to give the Reds an 11-10 shoot-out victory after a pulsating 0-0 draw at Wembley on Sunday. Jurgen Klopp's side clinched their first domestic knockout prize since the 2012 League Cup when Kepa blazed his spot-kick high over the bar. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5wAOly7 via IFTTT

Ukraine invasion: Putin puts nuclear forces on high alert

The president blames "unfriendly" Western actions towards Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IDnEmNS

Ukraine conflict: Children on their own, parents stay behind

Mothers and grandmothers lead their children into the unknown as men aged 18 - 60 must stay behind. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RFXAEIG

Swift payments crackdown on Russia edges closer

Germany, the main opponent of excluding Russia from the Swift banking system, now says it favours curbs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OyrXMAg

Germany to send weapons directly to Ukraine

The move reverses Germany's long-standing policy banning weapon exports to conflict zones. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/c94rUKs

Zelensky: The comedian president who is rising to the moment

Ukraine's president had no experience of politics when when elected in 2019, but has emerged as a convincing war leader. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WBm74Tj

Covid: IIT-K experts predict 4th wave around June 22

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Ukraine conflict: The women making Molotov cocktails to defend their city

The BBC's Sarah Rainsford visits Dnipro, where women are making Molotov cocktails to defend the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sTkg23z

Ukraine invasion: Kyiv imposes curfew amid sabotage fears

Citizens of the capital are told to stay indoors until Monday morning as Russian forces close in. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mI2yVAS

Reliance moves in to take charge of Future Retail

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Eurovision: Russia banned from competing at 2022 Song Contest

The organisers said the inclusion of Russia could bring the competition into disrepute. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4uXKJWm

'500-tonne structure of ISS could drop on India'

Responding to US' sanctions announcement made against Russia in reaction to the latter's invasion of Ukraine, Dimitry Rogozin, head of Roscosmos, the Russian space agency, posted a series of 'retaliatory' tweets one of which said there was also a "chance" of a 500-tonne structure of the International Space Station (ISS) "dropping on India". from Times of India https://ift.tt/8IdCuSA via IFTTT

Ukraine conflict: President Zelensky vows to defend independence

The president filmed himself surrounded by his advisers on the streets of Kyiv. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qNpxnUl

Ukraine conflict: Gunshots heard at Kyiv train station as crowds flee

Crowds of people are gathering at Kyiv station to try and board trains as Russian troops advance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KkbWLRm

Ukraine: Woman confronts armed Russian soldier

The woman angrily asks the soldier, seen holding a large machine gun, why he has come to the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ma4qWpn

Any nation that supports Putin will be stained by association, says Biden

Warning that any nation that supported Russian leader Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine will be "stained by association", US President Joe Biden, on Thursday unleashed what he described as a "devastating package of sanctions and other economic measures" to cripple the Russian economy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bmEkKCp via IFTTT

PM Modi speaks to Putin, urges immediate end to violence in Ukraine

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday spoke to Vladimir Putin and called for an immediate cessation of violence between Russia and Ukraine.In a phone call with the Russian President late Thursday, the Prime Minister sought concerted efforts from all sides to return to the path of diplomatic negotiations and dialogue. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xvg1Qef via IFTTT

Ukraine conflict: Russian public divided over invasion

The BBC talks to Russians in Moscow and Rostov to find out what they think of the assault on Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PjJCEw8

Bihar: 14 people injured in bomb blast in Khagaria

Khagaria DM Alok Ranjan Ghosh said the bombs were kept in a plastic bag in garbage collected by the ragpickers. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3bBnTrg via IFTTT

Ukraine conflict: Zelensky warns of new iron curtain as Russia invades

Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia has closed itself off from the "civilised world" by launching the attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/B6istJQ

Ukraine-Russia invasion: Europe prepares for wave of refugees

Roads out of Ukraine's major cities are jammed as many pack up and flee Russia's military invasion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JBLkXRa

Ukraine crisis and Africa: The effects on oil, students and bread

The war in Ukraine could threaten the economies and the stability of some African states. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZFqV3TD

WATCH: How Russia's invasion of Ukraine started

Russia launches a full-scale attack on Ukraine - after previously saying it wouldn't. Here's how it unfolded. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4yCYfhD

Ukraine-Russia crisis: What's Putin's next move?

The Russian leader has been keeping the world guessing. The BBC's Moscow correspondent looks for clues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xJVND2h

Ukraine conflict: Where are Russia's troops?

Up to 190,000 troops are positioned near Ukraine's borders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/x72YuwV

UP elections: 60% turnout in UP 4th phase lower than in 2017

Four out of nine districts in UP’s Avadh, Terai and Bundelkhand regions on Wednesday reported a higher voter turnout than in 2017, including a decade high of 61% in Lucknow, but the overall figure of just over 60% in the 59 seats that went to polls in Round 4 fell short of the 62% clocked five years ago. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VoG0sWM via IFTTT

Curbs won’t affect India defence ties: Russia

Amid the latest flare-up in the Ukraine crisis, Russia said Wednesday that while the sanctions imposed by the West will lead to fear and mistrust affecting, among other things, the international banking system, Moscow will look forward to go ahead with the implementation of its "big plans" in defence with India as the only country, which is "honest" in sharing the technology with it. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qECsIzg via IFTTT

India gets 1st batch of Rafales with country-specific enhancements

In a booster shot for the country’s depleting air combat capabilities, India has received the first lot of Rafale fighters with India-specific enhancements to make them deadlier, even as indigenous Tejas jets are being deployed for a multi-nation exercise abroad for the first time. Three Rafale jets touched down in India on Tuesday evening, taking the total number of the 4.5-generation fighters delivered to 35 now under the Rs 59,000 crore deal inked with France in September 2016. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cNvlAI0 via IFTTT

KPAC Lalitha’s priceless performances you must watch

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Ukraine-Russia crisis: The soldiers on the front line

BBC International correspondent Orla Guerin met Ukrainian soldiers fighting Russian-backed separatists. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/muigAFb

How AI 1947 avoided dangerous airspace during Ukraine operation

While heading to Kyiv’s Boryspil International Airport, the usual 60-80 nautical mile (nm) turn to line up for final approach was cut short to 40 nm after asking the crew if it was okay with stabilising for landing in that reduced space, say sources. Once the AI Boeing Dreamliner 787 Dreamliner landed the crew came to know the detours were due to military activity in the airspace that was sought to be avoided by those changed routing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9hXYBiu via IFTTT

Mahesh Manjrekar reacts to case against him, says lawyers shall respond

The filmmaker has been caught in a legal trouble over the objectionable scenes with minor children in his recently released Marathi film Varan Bhat Loncha Kon Nay Koncha from Times of India https://ift.tt/0IFdY8E via IFTTT

Armed hostage situation at Apple Amsterdam shop

Dutch police are responding to a hostage situation at Apple's flagship store in the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/m7LM8sB

Several persons freed from Apple store where people are held hostage

Several persons have been able to leave an Apple store located on a central square in Amsterdam, where a man with a gun has taken one or more people hostage, the Dutch police said in Tuesday. In a tweet, the Amsterdam police added it didn't want to elaborate for now on the situation in and around the store. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jt13Zo2 via IFTTT

Ahmaud Arbery: Jury finds killers guilty on federal hate crimes charges

US jurors found the defendants violated Arbery's civil rights by attacking him due to his race. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/phlHkxW

Kenyan food prices: Why have they gone up so much?

As Kenyans take to social media to lament rising costs, we look at what is behind the rising cost of living. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yS5ihpX

Deforestation threat to Amazon indigenous areas if protected status changed - report

It is illegal to mine these areas of the rainforest but the government wants to change the law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OgiwYu8

Armed police at Amsterdam Apple Store, armed person inside

Armed police gathered Tuesday evening outside the Apple Store in Amsterdam amid reports that an armed assailant in the store is holding a hostage there. Amsterdam police said in a tweet that ``somebody with a firearm is in the store, police are at the location with many (specialized) units to bring the situation under control.'' from Times of India https://ift.tt/CUByWMl via IFTTT

National Medical Commission forbids conversion therapy

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Ukraine: Putin announces Donetsk and Luhansk recognition

President Putin says Russia will sign treaties of friendship and support with the breakaway Ukrainian regions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6kI1Gwd

Bite the bullet, Delhi HC tells Centre on marital rape

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Russia recognises Ukraine separatist regions

The move from Vladimir Putin raises fears that Russian troops could be sent into the regions in eastern Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qH8pVAg

Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin Ukraine summit hangs in balance

Prospects of a French-brokered summit meeting between US President Joe Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin aimed at averting a war in Ukraine hung in balance on Monday after the two sides sought guarantees neither was willing to fully commit to. Although both sides agreed in principle to a presidential-level meeting, the US said it could take place only if Russia committed to not invading Ukraine, a demand that disregarded Moscow's assertion that it has no such plans. from Times of India https://ift.tt/J0QcwiC via IFTTT

Covid: Third vaccine available for 12-17 age group as Corbevax gets nod

The nation’s drug regulator has authorised vaccine-maker Biological E’s Corbevax for emergency use among children in the 12-17 age group, making a third shot available in the coronavirus inoculation drive for youngsters. The government has already placed its purchase order for 5 crore doses of Corbevax, which are likely to be available in the states by February-end. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RsXdDH9 via IFTTT

Covid: Regular international flights likely to resume in a month

Regular international flights which were suspended in March 2020 are likely to resume in a month. It is learnt that the aviation ministry has taken this up with health ministry and is tentatively looking at March 15 or next month-end when the summer schedule kicks in. This will be a big relief for travellers as relaxed quarantine and testing norms globally post easing of Omicron has pushed the demand for travel. However, due to limited air bubble flights, fares have skyrocketed for this summer. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SDcdWR0 via IFTTT

Seven children killed in Niger 'by Nigerian air strike'

The children were killed by accident in an air strike by neighbouring Nigeria, local officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oKVEknR

Hijab row: K'taka panel wary of violation of children’s right

The Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) has asked the police department to initiate action against some reporters for allegedly violating the rights of children during the coverage of the hijab controversy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BSx075r via IFTTT

Ukraine tensions: US sounds fresh alarm over Russia invasion fears

The secretary of state says Russia is "on the brink" of invading, amid reports of an imminent attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1R5k8Tz

Set up dedicated green body on lines of GST council: States

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Live: 'Macron, Putin disagree on responsibility for eastern Ukraine tensions'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday called for Russian President Vladimir Putin to meet him and seek resolution to the crisis. Eastern Ukraine, controlled by pro-Russian forces, is seeing a 'full military mobilisation'. The US has warned that Russian invasion of Ukraine can happen any time now. Stay with TOI for latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/cmGN8LE via IFTTT

Credit Suisse denies wrongdoing after big banking data leak

A new investigation identifies thousands of foreign customers who stashed their money at the bank. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oGk825e

Miami helicopter crash: Police share footage showing swimmers metres away from site

Miami Beach Police said two of the three passengers were taken to hospital in a stable condition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DrE4Vxm

With football, hijab-clad girls break new ground

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Ukraine will not respond to provocations, Zelensky says

But President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is ready to defend itself, amid a deadly rise in fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pkNRWTg

PM flags off 100 kisan drones in boost for tillers

Kisan Drone Suvidha has added a new chapter in the farming sector and it will prove to be a milestone for drone technology, the PM said, adding that ‘kisan drones’ will usher in a new-edge revolution as high-capacity drones will also be used to carry vegetables, fruits, fish to the market directly from farms. from Times of India https://ift.tt/l5tCf9R via IFTTT

Tirumala plans steep hike in Arjitha seva ticket prices

The decision to raise prices of Arjitha seva tickets was taken at the TTD trust board meeting held in Tirumala on February 17. All sevas, including Arjitha seva, are being held in “ekantham” (isolation) without the participation of devotees, since the outbreak of the pandemic. from Times of India https://ift.tt/J8ZPjas via IFTTT

Storm Eunice carves deadly trail across Europe

At least 14 people have died as high winds leave homes without power and transport systems in disarray. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ny4xnYS

Battle to redeem lost pride for Yadav clan in phase-3

Yadavs, who form 25-35% of voters base in at least 20 districts, are unapologetically vocal about their choice and their wish. Tillu Yadav, in his mid 20s, is a typical SP supporter. “I can vouch and say that all the votes from our village will go to only Akhilesh Yadav. It’s time to unite behind our local leader.” from Times of India https://ift.tt/Gg82X4z via IFTTT

Canada Protests: Police clear demonstrators in Canada's capital

After three weeks, police in Ottawa stepped up efforts to remove anti-vaccine mandate protesters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1nfYp3j

Bulldozers ready for attackers of Baghel’s convoy: Yogi

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Hijab not essential religious practice, Karnataka government tells HC

Appearing for the state government, advocate general Prabhuling K Navadgi said the practice of wearing hijab must pass the test of constitutional morality and individual dignity as expounded by the Supreme Court in the Sabarimala case. from Times of India https://ift.tt/tNCs0Pu via IFTTT

Live: Ukraine rebel leaders say evacuating civilians to Russia

Both sides- Russia and its supporters and the US-Nato and its surrogates in Ukraine- accused each other sparking clashes that would lead to war or a pretext of Russian invasion even as hectic diplomatic activity failed to ease mistrust. The US continues to insist Russia is intent on an invasion; Moscow continues to deny it. Stay with TOI for latest updates: from Times of India https://ift.tt/magZdjD via IFTTT

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar wedding

Farhan Akhtar and Shibani Dandekar are all set to tie the sacred knot this coming Saturday. Ahead of their big day, a video of their Khandala bungalow has gone viral, where the wedding festivities are taking place in full swing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/HsvWS2k via IFTTT

Judge rules Donald Trump must testify in New York investigation

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump and two of his children must testify in a New York probe into their business from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/P6apqJH

Allow hijab on Fridays and during Ramzan: PIL in HC

Petitioner Dr Vinod G Kulkarni, who argued his PIL, said the hijab controversy has created mass hysteria throughout the nation, seriously affecting the mental health of Muslim girl students. Citing the example of kirpans being allowed among Sikhs, he argued that the hijab too should be allowed from Times of India https://ift.tt/ixmKyH7 via IFTTT

Ukraine tensions: Russia looking for excuse to invade, US says

President Biden alleges that Russia is plotting "a false flag operation" to justify launching an attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RQpc2jF

I’m a celebrity now, won’t have to sell peanuts: 'Kacha badam’ singer

‘Kacha badam’ singer Bhuban Badyakar signs a 3-lakh contract with Godhulibela Music. from Times of India https://ift.tt/L1gME3d via IFTTT

Canada protests: Police warn protesters to leave amid plans to clear blockade

Prime Minister Trudeau is defending his decision to invoke the Emergencies Act to end the protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r2SbJPF

How a Saudi woman's iPhone revealed hacking around the world

An unusual error in NSO’s spyware allowed Saudi women’s rights activist Loujain al-Hathloul and privacy researchers to discover a trove of evidence suggesting the Israeli spyware maker had helped hack her iPhone, according to six people involved in the incident. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6rw0Vxt via IFTTT

'If wearing of other religious symbols allowed, why not hijab'

Ravivarma Kumar argued that when wearing of other religious symbols, like bangles, bindi and crucifix pendants, among others, is being allowed, why is only the hijab being disallowed. Article 15 of the Constitution forbids discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. from Times of India https://ift.tt/cpA1wLX via IFTTT

Survivors from Spanish trawler that sunk off Canada unlikely, rescuers say

The vessel sunk off Canada on Monday, but rescuers say there is little hope of finding survivors. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mNYMu0i

Brazil: Torrential rain triggers deadly mudslides

Landslides and flash flooding have left a trail of destruction and many dead in Petrópolis, Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CPwxbYD

Bappi Lahiri's funeral tomorrow at 9 am

According to the latest reports, the singer's last rites rituals will begin at 9 am. His mortal remains will be taken from his home to the Vile Parle cremation ground for friends and family to bid their final goodbye. from Times of India https://ift.tt/eKlQqso via IFTTT

10 drown in well during wedding ritual in UP

As many as nine people died after they accidentally fell into a well during a 'haldi' ceremony in Kushinagar in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/QlNBwpm via IFTTT

One-word gaffe invalidates thousands of US baptisms

Some Church members come to the defence of a Catholic priest in Arizona after he resigns. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7KgI5N3

Juan Orlando Hernandez: Former president of Honduras led away in handcuffs

The United States is seeking to extradite Juan Orlando Hernandez for alleged ties to drug traffickers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4nDcAZT

NMC may make family adoption part of MBBS training

The initial proposal suggests that an MBBS student will be assigned around five families for which they will be responsible for monitoring their general health conditions and provide advice to all these members for three consecutive years, a source said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jWmuA7s via IFTTT

Ukraine crisis: Russian attack still a possibility - Biden

The US president says invasion is "still very much a possibility" but the human cost would be "immense". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TCNnR4v

‘Space for dissent in Cong shrinking due to Gandhis’ hold'

Kumar said the move came after his “agonizing reflections” over the party’s decline, absence of inner-party democracy and scope for conscientious dissent because of the hold of the Gandhis and the “Punjab spectacle” leading to the ouster of Captain Amarinder Singh as chief minister. from Times of India https://ift.tt/xu1lafW via IFTTT

Rust shooting: Lawsuit alleges Baldwin 'recklessly shot' Hutchins

Halyna Hutchins died on the set of Rust after Alec Baldwin discharged a live weapon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/eIEuvmJ

Elon Musk's brain chip firm denies animal cruelty claims

A complaint accuses Neuralink's research partner of 'deadly brain experiments' on monkeys. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9Q0IuVz

Novak Djokovic: Reaction from my colleagues 'hurt me a lot'

Novak Djokovic speaks exclusively to the BBC about his time in Covid detention in Australia last month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OAMZCad

Gujarat police rescue 15 abducted by travel agents

Gandhinagar police have freed 15 people by dismantling an operation in which travel agents abducted vulnerable targets and tortured them for money. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Sqjn687 via IFTTT

Kentucky mayoral candidate survives being targeted by a gunman

Craig Greenberg is unharmed after someone entered and fired shots at him. A suspect has been arrested. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/f02H5bL

Corbevax gets nod, paves way to lower age bar for Covid jab

The drug regulator's expert committee on Monday recommended emergency approval to Biological E's Covid vaccine Corbevax for use in adolescents of 12-18 years, a move that is likely to pave the way for the government to lower age eligibility for Covid vaccination to 12 years. from Times of India https://ift.tt/GUseRhj via IFTTT

Ukraine: Social media videos show Russian military equipment on the move near border

Social media clips show military vehicles on the move - despite Russia's denials of an attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/PF8KCmG

Consortium led by Adani-backed firm assembled Isro's latest satellite

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Abba Kyari: Nigerian 'super cop' arrested in drug cartel case

Abba Kyari, already accused of money laundering, is now accused of being part of a drugs cartel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QRB1PVg

Bank frauds of Rs 5L cr in Modi's tenure: Rahul

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'No non-veg' clause to run Rajasthan district toll plazas raises a stink

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Ukraine seeks meeting with Russia within 48 hours to discuss build-up

Ukraine accuses Russia of ignoring requests to explain its troop build-up, and calls for a meeting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OIuoh4p

Once a deciding factor, will Muslim voters revive their swing value in UP?

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Make police plaints authority free from cops: House panel

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Sonam's husband evaded tax & duties, international e-com site alleges

Back in January 2022, Sonam Kapoor’s husband Anand Ahuja had tweeted against an international shipping company. Now buzz is that the shipping company has ousted Anand for allegedly using a doctored invoice, a bid which is apparently used to avoid paying taxes and custom duty. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NBSuFtz via IFTTT

CRPF assistant commandant dies in Bastar Maoist ambush

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Daily Covid cases below 50k, fall rate 2 times of 2nd wave

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Biden warns Putin again of severe sanctions if Russia invades Ukraine

United States President Joe Biden spoke over telephone with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin for more than an hour on Saturday, urging him to de-escalate the situation with Ukraine and engage in diplomacy, the White House said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6i5UnRL via IFTTT

Shilpa, Shamita and mother Sunanda summoned by Mumbai court

Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, her mother Sunanda Shetty, and sister Shamita Shetty have been dragged to court by a businessman over a Rs 21 lakh loan. from Times of India https://ift.tt/PgWfYzo via IFTTT

Afghan woman activist released after arrest in January

Tamana Zaryabi Paryani was arrested on 19 January after taking part in a women's rights protest. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z8WbPOQ

Pan-India raid shuts 3 drug markets on darknet

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Covid protests: Paris police fire tear gas at demonstrators

Police have already intercepted hundreds of vehicles trying to get into the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kT0g7F8

Ukraine tensions: A dozen nations tell citizens to leave Ukraine

Foreigners from several countries are urged to leave Ukraine over fears of a Russian invasion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E7gojdc

Kashmiri fugitive Hurriyat member held in Pak for Rs 140 cr scam

Pakistani authorities arrested on Wednesday Karachi-based fugitive Hurriyat member Altaf Ahmad Bhat of J&K and 16 of his business associates for allegedly embezzling more than Rs 140 crore from funds for a cooperative housing project in Rawalpindi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/l2Fc60a via IFTTT

India doesn’t follow national sanctions: Jaishankar on Myanmar

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Kanye wants Billie Eilish to say sorry or he'll pull out of Coachella

The rapper wants her to apologise for crowd safety comments he thinks are aimed at Travis Scott. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xWJM8Bp

Lawmakers allege 'secret' CIA spying on unwitting Americans

Spy agencies are conducting "warrantless backdoor searches" of Americans, two Democrat senators say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wqTGM9O

Twitter faces brief outage across world for some users

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Kakwenza Rukirabashaija: Ugandan author alleges torture by security services

Kakwenza Rukirabashaija alleges he was tortured at the hands of the security services. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fAK4zUH

Christian Eriksen: Denmark international on returning to Premier League with Brentford

Christian Eriksen says he is lucky to be alive and will do everything he can to return to his former level after joining Brentford. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/v9Ci28r

Ananya Panday's ideal husband

Ananya Panday's father Chunky Pandey and mother Bhavana Pandey during an interview with Pinkvilla talked about the kind of man they want for their daughters. from Times of India https://ift.tt/r8kjL4U via IFTTT

Luc Montagnier, co-discoverer of HIV, dies aged 89

The French virologist jointly won the Nobel Prize but later drew criticism for unscientific claims. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4qfkiOB

Gurugram: 2 feared dead as floor collapses at Chintels Paradiso

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France migrants: Coastguard rescues 36 from North Sea

The people saved near the port of Dunkirk are believed to have been attempting to get to the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hp0jwDs

Zeba Bakhtiar: I have never seen another singer like Lata Mangeshkar

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Beauty queen who went from skinny to plus-size on body positivity

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Breathtaking piccs from Mouni Roy and Suraj Nambiar's honeymoon

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ICJ orders Uganda to pay $325m for DR Congo occupation

International judges blame Uganda for the death of 10-15,000 people between 1998 and 2003. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BQ58e6i

How Facebook and Instagram may have 'fake shopping' problem

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Bosnia: Three decades on, bereaved families fear return to war

A rise in Serb nationalism is threatening the peace agreement that holds together Bosnia-Herzegovina. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XTK6Qm0

Homes engulfed as deadly landslide hits Colombia

At least 11 people are dead and 35 injured after a landslide caused by rains in central Colombia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zgXTko7

7 Elgar accused’s phones to be given to SC Pegasus panel

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5 crore teens administered at least 1 dose of Covid vaccine

The coverage of the first dose of Covid vaccination among youngsters crossed five crore in around five weeks from its commencement on January 3, indicating that over 67.5% adolescents of 15-17 years have been partially immunised. The feat assumes significance as most states are resuming offline classes in schools and other educational institutions, while adolescents of 15-17 years age are most vulnerable to risk of severe disease. from Times of India https://ift.tt/wmXTjUo via IFTTT

Karnataka colleges shut for 3 days as hijab row turns violent

The Karnataka government declared a three-day holiday for high schools and colleges across the state as the hijab controversy took a violent turn in some parts of Karnataka on Tuesday. The educational institutions will reopen on February 12. “All government, aided, unaided, degree, diploma and engineering colleges will be closed for three days. However, examinations scheduled between February 9 and 11 will be held as scheduled. from Times of India https://ift.tt/8xswIBP via IFTTT

Korean govt ‘regrets’ posts on Kashmir in call to EAM

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PM Modi attacks Congress again: ‘In grip of urban Naxals’

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Record-high seizure of $5bn in stolen bitcoin

Two suspects allegedly conspired to launder the money after it was stolen by a hacker in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hVmUkwd

Arunachal avalanche: Bodies of 7 missing soldiers found

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CBI gave SC false info on Atal-era HZL sale: Centre

The Centre on Monday accused the CBI of presenting fundamentally wrong facts regarding PSU Hindustan Zinc’s disinvestment during the Vajpayee government’s tenure and said it had misled the Supreme Court to direct registration of a fresh FIR for probe into alleged irregularities. A bench of Justices Chandrachud and Surya Kant said the SC had carefully considered the documents and investigation reports submitted by the CBI came to the conclusion that the issue required a thorough investigation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/RHrqx4j via IFTTT

Lata Mangeshkar refused Pahlaj Nihalani's song as 'objectionable'

We’ve heard Asha Bhosle's voice in the 'Kambal Na Hatao, Lagta Hai Mujhko Darr' song from 'Love Letter'. But we bet, you didn't know that Lata Mangeshkar was first offered to lend her voice to this song. Well, Lata ji even reached for the recording but yet didn't sing it. from Times of India https://ift.tt/iCzTrDK via IFTTT

'Sri Lanka will not allow its territory to be used against India'

Sri Lankan foreign minister GL Peiris, who is on a visit to India, has said that Sri Lanka will never allow any part of its territory to be used in any way against the well-being of India. He also assured that there is no chance of Sri Lanka falling in a debt trap, or of not being able to service its loans taken from China. India has been concerned about China’s activities in Sri Lanka, particularly in the northern areas where the Chinese embassy has been reaching out to local communities, and the alleged Lankan pivot to Beijing under the Rajapaksas. from Times of India https://ift.tt/WzKP7OM via IFTTT

Canada truckers protest: ‘All we want is the right to choose’

Truckers wanted the vaccine mandate gone 10 days ago. Now they will stay until all mandates end. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aU2uVJ0

After Hyundai, KFC and Pizza Hut face backlash over J&K tweets

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'I pulled myself back from going to Lata Mangeshkar's funeral'

"I was very uncomfortable and uneasy. I got ready not once but three times to go for Didi's last rites yesterday. But everytime, I pulled myself back. I didn't want to see her leaving us. I was feeling very uncomfortable and uneasy after hearing the news of Lata Mangeshkar's demise yesterday," said Dharmendra, talking to ETimes exclusively, when contacted this evening to say a few words about the departed legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar, who left for her heavenly abode yesterday morning. from Times of India https://ift.tt/KAme7Yj via IFTTT

Sidhu’s hopes crushed, Channi Cong’s CM face

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Freedom Convoy: Ottawa declares emergency over trucker Covid rules protests

The Canadian capital's mayor says the city is out of control with demonstrators outnumbering police. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rwn9Xlq

After Xi-Imran meet, China and Pak rake up J&K issue

China and Pakistan upped the ante on Jammu and Kashmir again as they brought up the issue in a joint statement, following President Xi Jinping’s meeting Sunday with PM Imran Khan in Beijing, with China saying it opposed any “unilateral actions” that complicates the situation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EZhKNxA via IFTTT

Ukraine crisis: Macron says a deal to avoid war is within reach

France's leader calls for a "new balance" to protect European states while affording Russia respect. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FGx6WuV

Lata Mangeshkar: India bids farewell to beloved singer

Large crowds in Mumbai, India, pay their respects after the legendary singer's death at the age of 92. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/CgIh8M5

Poll round-up: Channi named Cong CM face; PM all praise for Yogi

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Africa Union summit: Leaders complain about 'wave of coups'

The military has seized power in five countries in the past year, mostly in West Africa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jJvw5qG

24% of Indians vulnerable to cold waves: IMD

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India says fight violence against all religions

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Rayan: Moroccan boy trapped in well for four days has died

A royal statement announced the five year old's death shortly after the four-day rescue effort ended. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yrl5zR6

Rahul backs hijab, BJP says he is communalising education

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Govt orders 5 crore Corbevax doses, expected to arrive by end of January

The government has placed a purchase order with Biological E for five crore doses of its Covid vaccine Corbevax, which are expected to arrive by the end of February and boost the availability of jabs under its corona-immunisation programme. The government may also use the vaccine to expand its vaccination drive to cover adolescents below 15 years since most states are reopening schools, sources have said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jtAVJwa via IFTTT

Cyclone Batsirai: Second storm in weeks hits Madagascar

Strong winds and heavy rain are reported as Cyclone Batsirai makes landfall. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SdqI2kr

Hrithik and rumoured ladylove Saba get clicked yet again!

Hrithik Roshan and his rumoured ladylove Saba Azad were snapped by the paparazzi at a cafe on Friday night. The actress tried to hide her face as the shutterbugs clicked her pictures. For the occasion, Hrithik wore a checkered shirt over a white t-shirt and beige coloured pants and shoes. from Times of India https://ift.tt/bD06S7L via IFTTT

Environmental campaigners film '100,000 dead fish' spilled into the Atlantic Ocean

The fishing boat blames a rip in a net, but campaigners accuse it of deliberately dumping the fish. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s7tqAaw

People at top want a weak CM: Navjot Singh Sidhu

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Amazon surges, eyes Wall Street record gain in value

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US couple sue clinic after DNA kit reveals fertility mix-up

A US couple is suing after discovering that their daughter is not biologically related to her father. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fLpdVqs

Drugs, weapons 'smuggled to prisoners by drone'

As many as 20 people in South Carolina have been arrested over contraband deliveries to prisoners. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zfeMqcZ

First entrance test for all central universities admissions in June-July

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10% who died of Omicron were vaccinated: Study

Only 10% deaths were recorded among fully vaccinated people who were hospitalised with Omicron infection, compared with nearly 22% fatalities among the unvaccinated or partially-vaccinated, Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) director general Balram Bhargava said on Thursday, citing a study based on data from the national clinical registry of Covid-19, to stress that increase in vaccination has significantly helped reduce deaths during the present surge. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LaVtMj5 via IFTTT

European oil facilities hit by cyber-attacks

Multiple oil transport and storage companies across Europe have been hacked, the BBC has confirmed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YbIFkeJ

Footage depicts aftermath of US raid in Syria

Photos and video show the scene where a US operation targeted the leader of the Islamic State group. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0yRJO74

'State can’t be party to harassment of woman'

The Supreme Court on Thursday accused the Punjab government of being complicit in harassment of a woman, who had lodged a sexual assault complaint against MLA Simarjeet Singh Bains, by registering multiple cases against her allegedly after she levelled rape charges against the Lok Insaf Party legislator. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VMWIhdk via IFTTT

Don Euro: Italian ex-priest jailed for extortion

Luca Morini was known for his frequent requests for contributions from his parishioners. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4LfGeZg

Ukraine tensions: US alleges Russian plot to fake invasion pretext

One option Russia is considering is a video about a staged attack blamed on Ukraine, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WMY52Nm8F

From Ahmedabad to Antigua: Kohli holds session with '22 U-19 batch

Virat Kohli knows exactly how it feels to be on top of the world when you have barely attained the age to have a driving licence. So it wasn't just "good but a great morning" for the likes of Rajvardhan Hagargekars, Kaushal Tambes, Yash Dhulls connected on a zoom call, they had one of their role models waiting to "congratulate them" and also speak to them about what it means to play an U-19 World Cup final. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uSl2zBf3X via IFTTT

Turkey-Greece border: Twelve migrants die in freezing conditions

Turkey accuses Greek border guards of turning migrants back in harsh conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/GJcrOwlND

Exclusive! Ashok Saraf on the demise of Ramesh Deo: I started my career with him, lost my elder brother today

Veteran star Ramesh Deo who had made a mark in Bollywood and Marathi cinema with his sheer hard work and choices of films, breathed his last today, February 2, 2022. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4YIjQODwJ via IFTTT

'Electrifying' Vincent van Gogh self-portrait exhibition hailed by critics

Most major art critics award five stars to the new show at London's Courtauld Gallery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0TXKDbH6t

Actor Nilesh Sable mourns the sad demise of Ramesh Deo

The veteran actor who represented the golden age of Marathi cinema and as well as Bollywood cinema Ramesh Deo passed away today, Wednesday in Mumbai. He was 93. He passed away due to a heart attack around 8.30 pm tonight at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qB6aTIyuN via IFTTT

CNN's Jeff Zucker resigns over undisclosed relationship

The network president told staff he was "wrong" to not report the consensual relationship. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vkiRtyhKA

Syria war: Babies die from cold in storm-hit Idlib camps

Hundreds of thousands of displaced people are living in tents without warm clothes and heating. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9qjuYRPlm

Germany: Police killing suspects may have been poachers

Prosecutors say a pair suspected of killing two German police officers appear to have been hunting illegally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/tIFVplA1Z

Ukraine: We're defending ourselves - Volodymyr Zelensky

The President of Ukraine says there would be 'high risk for anyone' who tries to occupy their territory. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1xG4JWcmj

Union Budget 2022: Explained in charts

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Norway mass killer Anders Breivik ordered to stay in jail

Anders Breivik killed 77 people in July 2011, and a court has ruled that he is still dangerous. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/OKbVrNTtD