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Jarange, whose hunger strike entered its 16th day on Sunday, made the allegations while addressing supporters and media persons at the protest site in Antarwali Sarati village in Maharashtra's Jalna district

BRICS comprises Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Iran, Russia, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, and the United Arab Emirates. BRICS partner countries are: Belarus, Cuba, Bolivia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Thailand, Uganda, Uzbekistan and Vietnam

Vladimir Putin participated in the two-day BRICS Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, which brought together leaders from BRICS member and partner countries, along with outreach invitees

Highlighting the summit theme, 'Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth', Modi said India had been able to advance the common vision of BRICS with the support of all member states

The BRICS and outreach nations' leaders are scheduled to participate in an open session focusing on the core pillars of this year's theme, 'Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability: Shaping the Future for Inclusive Global Growth'

The United States has approved an additional $1 million to support Nepals efforts to identify flood victims, taking its State Department assistance above USD 5 million. FBI forensic specialists are working with Nepal Police on DNA analysis and disaster victim identification

France has launched Pegase 26, a 40-day global fighter jet mission aimed at projecting military power and strengthening air defence cooperation with strategic partners including India, Japan, South Korea and Indonesia

A 54-year-old Greek woman has given birth to a baby girl after using an embryo that had been frozen for 22 years. The couple made the decision months after their 21-year-old son died in a road crash and raced against Greeces IVF age limit

Iraq has confirmed that attacks on Saudi Arabias key East-West Crude Oil Pipeline were launched from Iraqi territory. Baghdad ordered an investigation and dismissed senior security officials, while Saudi Arabia shut the pipeline as a precaution

The Allahabad High Court criticised the Uttar Pradesh government over the alleged misuse of the Goonda Act, calling it a powerful law that must be invoked with caution. The court quashed an order branding Zahid Ali a goonda and externing him for six months

Duleep Trophy champs East prolonged their second innings unnecessarily. The first innings lead being enough is one reason India struggle to take wickets on good pitches. How does a team learn to take 20 wickets if they dont bowl twice in a domestic game?

A Wildlife Institute of India study has found abandoned mining areas in Delhis Asola-Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary to be the most bird-rich habitat surveyed. Researchers recorded 130 bird species across 15 habitat types during a year-long study.

New York singles turned the US Open into an unexpected dating ground, hoping to meet fellow tennis enthusiasts. Meanwhile, in the UK, Google Lens helped a man identify a lump of metal he had found years ago as a potentially dangerous German bomb

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The Mughal gardens were orchards, full of fruit bearing and flower bearing trees, creating a heady scent through the seasons.

A Mumbai-based Air India pilot died after being found unconscious at a Delhi hotel during a layover on Friday. The pilot had recently moved from Air India Express and was undergoing conversion training to operate Boeing 787 aircraft

The searches were conducted at locations in Kupwara, Kulgam, Bandipora, Baramulla, and Sopore to unearth further evidence relating to the conspiracy and to ascertain the roles of individuals providing logistical and other support to infiltrated terrorists

Punjab gangster Amritpal Singh has been extradited from Moldova to India in connection with multiple criminal cases, including a double murder, the CBI said. The extradition marks Indias first such case from a European country, according to the agency

The Houthis, who have for years controlled large parts of northern Yemen, launched a large-scale offensive last week against Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces, scoring one victory after another in fighting that has left hundreds dead

Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of the India-Afghanistan T20 at Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13. Traffic restrictions, diversions and parking curbs will begin from 2 pm amid the ongoing BRICS Summit in New Delhi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Modi thanked China for its support during Indias BRICS chairship and welcomed discussions on bilateral cooperation

The MEA said there is no proposal for a BRICS currency as of now, while discussions on trade in local currencies have been underway. The ministry said local currency settlement could reduce transaction costs and complement the global payment system

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed BRICS leaders, including Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, at Bharat Mandapam against a backdrop featuring Tamil Nadus iconic Ramanathaswamy temple, with Modi also explaining its significance to the Chinese president

Maharashtra FDA has seized food stock worth Rs 4.45 crore in a two-day festive-season crackdown, including over 75,000 kg of butter in Ahilyanagar and more than 18,000 kg of paneer, khoya and curd in Pune, along with sweets and milk

BRICS member nations and partners adopted the New Delhi Declaration by consensus at the 2026 summit, calling for restraint in West Asia, dialogue and diplomacy, zero tolerance for terrorism, and an end to protectionist trade measures

PM Narendra Modi shared a striking photo holding hands with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at the BRICS Summit in Delhi. Other images showed Modi interacting with Putin, Xi and leaders from Iran, South Africa and Indonesia.

Mallya questioned the investigations into loans taken by Kingfisher Airlines and argued that banks had approved the loans through their established decision-making processes

CJP convenor Abhijit Dipke visited tribal villages in Balaghat to meet families affected by the deaths of more than 30 children allegedly due to infectious diseases. He demanded accountability, while the MP High Court has sought a response from the state government.

Abbas welcomed Pezeshkian on behalf of the Shia community in India and said the Iranian Presidents visit provided an opportunity to strengthen mutual understanding and friendship between the people of the two countries

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, his first India visit in nearly seven years. Xi is expected to meet PM Modi, with talks likely to focus on stabilising India-China ties, border peace, cooperation and managing differences.

PM Modi and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, reviewing India-UAE cooperation in trade, energy, technology, investment and defence.

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The North Korean ballistic launch event, the first in about three weeks, came as the country was continuing its weapons display after rebuffing US President Donald Trump's decision to scale back a major bilateral military drill with South Korea in a goodwill gesture

The Delhi Traffic Police posted an advisory on X on Friday night, stating that traffic diversions and regulated movement would be implemented on key routes across Delhi from 9:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday.

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He also praised Egypt as a long-standing and reliable friend and invited President el-Sisi to Moscow this October for the upcoming Russia Africa Summit.

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Girls at Ranak Girls Hostel in Vallabh Vidyanagar complained of vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal pain from early Friday morning following their dinner the previous night, District Epidemic Medical Officer Dr Rakesh Patel said

Eight others were injured in the drone strikes on petrol stations in the Ukrainian capital early on Friday; the attacks followed an overnight strike on a Kyiv residential block that injured another eight people

Signed at Texass National Medal of Honor Museum, the bill honors over 3500 recipients of the nations highest military decoration

He is scheduled to hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the summit.

Full Houthi control over the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would grant Iran a major advantage in its conflict with the US by threatening a critical global shipping route and driving up oil prices

As multiple bodies stake claim to control the sport across the city, leading to legal tangles and administrative tugs-of-war, the sports die-hard fans remain starved of top-class action

A pocket of green is then created, and though it is narrow, the impression is that of a forest with eye-pleasing foliage.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in New Delhi for the 18th BRICS Summit, where India and the UAE are expected to further strengthen their strategic partnership, including cooperation in trade and energy security

The Norwegian Royal Court announced her death on Friday, saying Princess Astrid had died earlier in the day. King Haakon VIII, her nephew, expressed deep sorrow over her passing and remembered her for a lifetime of warm and dutiful service to the Norwegian Royal House

Speaking to reporters in Maharashtra's Nanded, Sanjay Raut said the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) had undertaken extensive social work and noted that Mohan hagwat frequently comments on issues ranging from religion to international affairs

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled together in the same car to the INNOPROM Exhibition in New Delhi after their bilateral talks. The gesture revived attention around their informal car diplomacy ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit

Security forces arrested a Pakistani national, aged around 60-65 years, near the fencing along the International Border in Kathua's Hiranagar sector. The man was taken into custody for questioning, with further details about his identity and border crossing awaited

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit, with India-Iran ties, trade, economic cooperation and Chabahar Port expected to feature in discussions during his visit