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• newAccepted her as she was still PM: Indian envoy on Hasina's flight
  
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• newRussia vows massive hits on Kyiv, urges diplomats to leave
  Ukraine ready to consider India’s ceasefire proposal: Finance minister
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• newCambridge farmer turned £300-a-year sheep field into dog park making £400 weekly
  In the UK, dog owners increasingly hire private fields for their pets to enjoy safe exercise. This trend has emerged following the COVID-19 pandemic, which spurred demand for secure spaces. Farmers have transformed agricultural land into dog exercise areas benefiting both parties financially. Such fields accommodate various dogs, including those with behavioral issues or special needs. Owners appreciate the safety and freedom these private fields provide amid crowded public spaces.
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• newBJP hits back at Kharge over 'illegal' remark
  
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• newInsurance companies want policyholders to pay 10% of health claims
  
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• newIndia must stay open, but not become vulnerable, says principle sec to PM
  
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• newRs 3,750 crore RCom fraud: CBI names ex-LIC executive
  
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• newFinance system resilient, economy braved West Asia crisis: RBI governor
  'Can't afford to be complacent, must stay alert'
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• newResource security key as global economy faces uncertainty: Finance minister
  
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• newHormuz blocked, but Gulf crude shipments at pre-war level
  
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• newIndians live longer than Pakistanis, lag Bangladeshis, says WHO
  
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• newJimmy Carter’s Georgia solar farm went on to supply about 60% of Plains’ power
  
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• newWatch: Netanyahu invites PM Modi, pilot Machchhar to Israel I-Day
  
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• newBritish Indian pair fight extradition to US over alleged cancer drug fraud
  
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• newKashmir professor removed for ‘harassing’ students
  
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• newGarth Stein’s restored Seattle ‘forever house’ lists for $2.45 million
  Garth Stein and his wife are selling their Seattle home after living there for 25 years. They purchased the property in 2001, aiming to raise their children there. The home has been extensively renovated while maintaining its original character and charm. Located in the Mount Baker neighborhood, the house features stunning views and modern amenities. This marked listing reflects their transition as their youngest child heads to college.
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• newDrug addicts turn to painkillers amid Nasha Mukt crackdown in J&K
  
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• newPoK woman crosses LoC in Rajouri, detained
  
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• new1 dead, 55 hurt in J&K as Bengal bus hits hillside, vehicle sent for rescue overturns
  
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• newIAF chief says war widow Priyanka Saxena to be trained, reinstated as Squadron Leader
  
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• newRoad injuries 10th leading cause for deaths in India: WHO report
  
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• newAt 6, Dylan Siegel wrote a book for a friend; it raised $1m for research
  At 6, Los Angeles boy Dylan Siegel wrote and sold a book calledChocolate Barto help fund research into his best friend Jonah’s rare liver disorder. What began as a child’s idea grew into a fundraising effort that had raised $1 million by 2014.
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• newZelensky claims Ukraine ‘de-occupied’ around 140 km of territory from Russia
  
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• newHope battles cramps as WI chase down 352 to beat India by 5 wickets
  Hope overshadowed KL Rahul’s counterattacking unbeaten 129 off 87 balls that propelled India to 351/7. Dew may have played a part, but Hope’s experience tamed down India’s inexperienced bowling with consummate ease
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• new'Putin's not as strong as he appears, knows Ukraine war a mistake': Russia's ex-PM
  
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• newTGIKS5: Kapil takes a dig Anup Soni as Ajay Devgn replaces him on Crime Patrol
  The latest episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show welcomed the cast of The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest. Kapil Sharma humorously addressed Anup Soni about his replacement on Crime Patrol by Ajay Devgn. Sidharth Malhotra shared his childhood experiences with supposedly haunted houses in his neighborhood. Maniesh Paul recounted a funny story about his daughter's encounters with an imaginary 'aunty' in their home.
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• newRussia to take 70,000 Indian skilled workers this year, Jaishankar tells panel
  External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar briefed a parliamentary committee on India's engagement with Russia and Ukraine. He highlighted bilateral trade expansion and India's aim to send skilled workers. The minister discussed India's diplomatic efforts to facilitate dialogue for ending the Ukraine conflict. Additionally, he noted the government's initiatives to release Indian nationals in the Russian military. Jaishankar emphasized India's commitment to secure economic interests and safeguard Ind…
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• new‘Will sign those checks’: Trump repeats $5,000 promise to US adults if Republicans win 2026 midterms
  
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• newApple removes offline messaging application Bitchat from India App Store
  
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• newIndia summons Pak envoy over 'cross-border infiltration', rejects Ferozepur claims
  
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• new6 Cong workers get bail in case of defacing CEC Gyanesh Kumar's ancestral home
  
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• newHelicopters, influencers and nail art: The money trail of 2026 assembly elections
  The BJP and Congress have filed their election expenditure reports following several assembly elections this year. The BJP recorded a hefty expenditure of Rs 529.39 crore across five states, whereas Congress spent Rs 248.55 crore. These contrasting figures unveil the distinct priorities of the political parties, particularly in West Bengal and Keralam.
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• newAkhilesh asks SP leaders to keep seat-sharing concerns with Congress internal
  Akhilesh Yadav, president of the Samajwadi Party, encouraged leaders to express seat-sharing concerns privately. Tensions arose after Shiv Pal Singh Patel criticized Congress' demand for 150 seats in upcoming elections. Patel emphasized that Congress should receive a more realistic allocation based on their previous performance. Uttar Pradesh Congress president Aradhana Mishra stated that top leadership will decide the seat allocation.
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• newHow landlord won tax relief on Rs 14.96 lakh demonetisation cash deposit
  The Bangalore bench of the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) recently held that rental income already disclosed to the income tax authorities can be considered as an identifiable source of cash deposited into a bank account at a later date. Even where a landlord claims to have collected rent in cash, the subsequent deposit of that money cannot be disregarded merely because the rental earnings have already been taxed.
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• newKolkata, AIFF pull out all stops for India vs Brazil but crowd stays away
  In many ways, it was a historic occasion. Brazil hadn't faced a team as lower ranked than India in 28 years. India hadn't gone up against a team as higher ranked as Brazil since rankings were introduced in August 1993. It helps significantly that Kolkata raves over Brazil (and Argentina).
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• newApple removes Bitchat app from India App Store 'after government order'
  In a significant move, Apple has removed the decentralised messaging app Bitchat from its India App Store. This action follows a directive issued by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, citing illegal content linked to the app. Bitchat, known for its Bluetooth-based mesh networking that allows offline communication, had previously been removed in July before returning to the store. As it stands, Indian users can no longer download Bitchat.
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• newAAP suspends Punjab MLA after he flags teacher shortage in emotional video
  
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• new'No deadline for Sheikh Hasina's return', says Indian high commissioner in Bangladesh
  High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi addressed the extradition request for Sheikh Hasina from Bangladesh, stating that the matter is under legal review, preventing a set timeline for her repatriation. He clarified that India had no involvement in her arrival, citing the dire circumstances in Bangladesh. As relations between India and Bangladesh grow increasingly strained, the new Bangladeshi government remains resolute in pursuing Hasina's extradition.
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• new'Serve at army's mercy': India tears into Pak's civilian govts during UN meeting
  
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• newTeaching is just the start: The crushing burden on India's college teachers
  
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• new21 Gold, 27 Silver & 37 Bronze: India's medal frenzy at Asian Games ends with a bang
  The Aichi-Nagoya campaign produced a mix of expected results and disappointments before India's strong finish changed the picture. As recently as Thursday, India were outside the top 10 in the medal table with only 10 gold medals.
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• newCongress resets Team UP: 5 clear messages for BJP and Akhilesh Yadav
  Congress has overhauled its Uttar Pradesh unit ahead of the 2027 UP assembly election, appointing three-time MLA Aradhana Misra Mona as state president and Imran Masood as working president. The Congress reshuffle brings Brahmin, Muslim, OBC, Dalit and women representation into its leadership team, signalling a push to rebuild its organisation, expand its social base and strengthen its position in talks with Samajwadi Party.
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• newFlorida county pays $7.8m for 625-acre ranch, stopping 52-home development
  In a bid to safeguard a crucial ecological area, Collier County has finalized an agreement to buy Wildflowerz Ranch, preventing any residential construction on its expansive 625 acres. Valued at approximately $7.8 million after two years of negotiations, this acquisition underscores the county's dedication to conservation and wildlife protection. Additionally, the ranch's current cattle operations will remain intact under a lease that lasts until the end of 2027.
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• newWhat took 10 Google engineers six months now happens overnight, says Eric Schmidt
  Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt says the best programmers no longer write code. Speaking at Harvard's John F. Kennedy Jr. Forum, Schmidt described an engineer who writes specifications and evaluation criteria, lets AI run overnight, and wakes up to finished work. He argued AI will make top engineers more valuable, automate core business operations like billing and logistics, and predicted artificial general intelligence (AGI) could arrive as early as 2029.
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• newTravis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' 1587 restaurant lawsuit takes new turn
  Amid ongoing trademark issues, Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are throwing their weight behind 1587 Prime, which has just garnered a spot on Yelp's list of Best New Restaurants for 2026. The dispute involves trademark claims from 1587 Sneakers, alleging infringement concerning their sneaker line. Seeking to distance the athletes from the legal matter, their lawyers are taking action while 1587 Prime thrives amid the conflict.
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• Maryland homeowner gets $234,368 check for home; new law bans such offers
  Effective October 1, Maryland introduced legislation banning unsolicited checks sent with home purchase offers. This initiative is designed to safeguard homeowners from misleading marketing strategies from property investors. Consumer advocates highlighted the risk of vulnerable owners being tricked into agreements upon receiving such checks. Historical precedents in consumer lending underline the necessity for legal protections, advising homeowners against accepting random financial items recei…
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• MacKenzie Scott gave $30M to housing nonprofit; a year later, it unveiled 10-year plan
  MacKenzie Scott has made headlines with her unprecedented $30 million donation to Housing Trust Silicon Valley, marking the organization's largest-ever gift. This investment is set to bolster affordable housing options throughout the Bay Area, as the trust plans to enhance its loan fund and expand various housing initiatives over the next decade.
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• How Maria Sharapova built a $220 million fortune beyond tennis
  Sharapova used her tennis success to build a bigger business career after retiring. Her estimated $220 million fortune has been tied to career earnings, global endorsements, Sugarpova and investments in consumer, wellness, fitness and technology companies, allowing the five-time Grand Slam champion to build a financial portfolio outside of professional tennis.
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