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Trump pulls US out of UNHRC, cuts funds for Palestinian refugees

President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the US from the UN Human Rights Council, prohibiting any future funding for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. IMAGE: US President......

US will take over Gaza and own it, Trump's big remark

In a surprising announcement, President Donald Trump said the United States 'will take over the Gaza Strip', 'own it' and undertake economic development there that will create 'unlimited numbers of......

Extended mega block disrupt Central Railway services in Mumbai

Train services on some Central Railway routes were disrupted on Sunday morning due to an extended mega block for a bridge girder launch in Mumbai, causing inconvenience to people heading for......

How India celebrated its first Republic Day in 1950

Huge tri-colour-themed banners have been put up along the Kartavya Path while the theme for this year's tableaux that would roll down the boulevard where the annual Republic Day celebrations take......

A 1971 War Hero Flies Into The Ages

Wing Commander Pratap Marathe's story is one of dedication, bravery, and humour, a shining example of the spirit of the Indian Air Force. Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd) salutes Wing Commander......

Thoothukudi ahoy! Adani, Vedanta in race for port project

The project is critical as the region expects huge investments in the automotive, renewable energy, and space sectors. IMAGE: The Dakshin Bharat Gateway Terminal of VO Chidambaranar Port in......

Budget 2025: UDAN scheme modified to connect 120 new destinations

To tap Indian civil aviation market's growth potential, the government on Saturday announced a modified regional air connectivity scheme UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Naagrik) to connect 120 new......

Despite Sanctions, India's Russian Oil Imports Surge

Russian shipments averaged 1.67 million barrels per day in January compared to 1.48 million bpd in December and 1.53 million bpd a year earlier. IMAGE: A model of a pump jack is seen in front of......

US sanctions hit Russian oil supply to India; March supplies may be hit

The wide-ranging sanctions imposed by the US on the Russian oil sector have started to dent near-term oil flows to India with state-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) saying not enough......

Land deals for housing, warehousing rise to over 2,200 acres

Indian real estate sector saw more land deals in 2024 at over 2,200 acres as developers were looking to expand the business, according to CBRE. Image used for representation purpose only.......

ISL: 10-man Kerala Blasters hold NorthEast United goalless

IMAGE: Kerala Blasters displayed exceptional defensive skills to hold NorthEast United to a goalless draw in the Indian Super League match in Kochi on Saturday. Photograph: ISL/X Kerala Blasters......

Maclaren record goal helps MB SG down East Bengal FC

IMAGE: Mohun Bagan Super Giants' Jamie Maclaren celebrates on scoring the opener in record time in their ISL match against East Bengal in Guwahati on Saturday. Photograph: Mohun Bagan SG/X......

ISL: NorthEast United FC held to a frustrating draw

IMAGE: Despite having the ball possession of 60.6 per cent, the Highlanders were not able to go past the defence of the Mohammedan FC. Photograph: ISL/X NorthEast United FC were unable to break......

NorthEast United wrap 2024 with stunning win over MCFC

NorthEast United end 2024 with flawless 3-0 win over Mumbai City FC IMAGE: This was the first time that the Highlanders triumphed over the Islanders in their last seven ISL......

ISL: NorthEast United FC beat Hyderabad FC

IMAGE: NorthEast United FC struck thrice in the final 30-odd minutes. Photograph: Kind Courtesy ISL/X NorthEast United FC came from two goals behind to secure a 5-2 victory against Hyderabad......

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