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According to CNN, both sides agreed in principle to continue discussions after consulting their respective capitals.
Trump criticised the purchase in November, saying: If this would also allow the Radical Left Networks to `enlarge,` I would not be happy
She said the facility, which was initially built to be a mall, would be turned into a cultural, social and sports centre for police forces and adjacent neighbourhoods
CM Sarma said that the SIT probe has reached a point where it cannot proceed further without central assistance.
The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive never missed a Super Bowl club.
Police officials arrest three alleged facilitators and mastermind of the attack late on Friday
Attorneys for the federal government have until Thursday to reach a deal with lawyers on legal representation for detainees
I look at thousands of things. I looked at the beginning of it. It was fine.
Call detail records showed that he was informed about the incident at around 12.22 am.
High Court rules in favour of actor Vivek Oberoi in lawsuit about his likeness being used to generate deepfakes, sell t-shirts
A Frenchman was brought in after experiencing intense pain, after which a live, eight-inch bomb shell from 1918 was found inside his anus
Imran was an early hero of mine. The swagger, with the shirt open, shining the red ball on his flannels, he was up on my bedroom wall, a priceless Sportsweek poster
He also introduced the Thiruvalluvar Scholarships, aimed at enabling Malaysian students to pursue studies in India. During his visit, PM Modi toured a special Person of Indian Origin (PIO) History and Heritage Exhibition, organised to celebrate the rich legacy, resilience, and contributions of the Indian diaspora in Malaysia
The tigress was captured on Thursday around 5 pm from the Nagalwadi forest range of Pench Tiger Reserve in central India, following which she was transported to the Sahyadri Tiger Reserve. After the road journey, the wild cat was taken by boat into the Koyna Wildlife Sanctuary
According to officers, the operation began late on Tuesday after intelligence inputs indicated the presence of Company No 10 cadres and other Maoist members from Chhattisgarh in the border forests, allegedly planning violent activities
In Thane, the crime branch arrested an autorickshaw driver allegedly in possession of heroin worth Rs 6.68 crore. In Palghars Talasari area, police intercepted a tempo on the MumbaiAhmedabad Highway and found a large quantity of liquor concealed among medicines
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said the IndiaUS trade deal framework will benefit farmers, MSMEs and exporters, with zero-duty access for Indian farm products to the US and reduced tariffs on key goods. He called it a Golden Letter Day
The Bihar Legislative Assembly on Saturday celebrated its 105th Foundation Day in Patna, with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan Singh and Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju in attendance. The occasion marked the Assemblys historic first sitting on February 7, 1921
PM Modi said the interim trade agreement with the US will strengthen Make in India, create jobs for women and youth, and open new opportunities for farmers, MSMEs and startups, while deepening India-US economic ties
Security forces in Manipur carried out coordinated operations against illegal poppy cultivation, militant activity and drug trafficking across several districts. Three acres of poppy fields were destroyed in Senapati and 80 acres in Ukhrul, with huts burnt at the sites
The US and India have announced a framework for an interim trade agreement under which Washington will reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18 per cent, while New Delhi will cut or eliminate duties on several US industrial and agricultural products
Sonia Gandhi has opposed a revision petition in the Rouse Avenue Court, calling it baseless and politically motivated. She denied allegations about her electoral roll inclusion before citizenship and argued the matter falls under the Central Government and Election Commission, not criminal courts. She has sought dismissal of the petition
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) at the Bihar Assembly to enable paperless legislative work, while Bihar CM Nitish Kumar and opposition leader Tejashwi Yadav were absent. NeVA provides lawmakers digital access to bills, notices, questions, and committee reports
Maharashtra local body elections, Deputy Chief Minister Sunetra Ajit Pawar on Saturday exercised her right to vote in the Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections in Baramati
Delhi Police apprehended over 500 people under Operation Cyber Hawk 3.0 as part of an ongoing crackdown on organised cybercrime networks. The drive builds on earlier phases that led to large-scale arrests, major seizures and the exposure of cyber fraud transactions worth nearly Rs 1,000 crore
The US will remove the additional 25 percent tariff on Indian goods from February 7, 2026, after India committed to stopping direct or indirect imports of Russian oil. The White House said India also agreed to purchase US energy products and expand defence cooperation with the US over the next decade
US researchers have developed a disposable wearable sensor that can protect cancer patients and military personnel from harmful radiation exposure. Designed to be worn on the skin or clothing, the patch combines light-sensing polymers with microelectronic grids to measure radiation dose in real time
In a rare blend of science and public participation, researchers have named a newly identified deep-sea chiton Ferreiraella populi after an online naming campaign. The initiative, led by the Senckenberg Ocean Species Alliance along with Pensoft Publishers and science YouTuber Ze Frank, drew over 8,000 name suggestions from the public via social
US researchers have developed a synthetic smart skin that can dynamically change its shape, texture, and appearance in response to heat, liquids, or mechanical stress. Created using a novel 4D-printing technique, the material is based on a hydrogel a soft, water-rich polymer embedded with digitally encoded instructions that control how it reacts
A delegation of transport and delivery gig workers met Rahul Gandhi, seeking central legislation and faster implementation in Congress-ruled states. The meeting comes ahead of a nationwide strike protesting falling incomes and lack of minimum fares
A 25-year-old motorcyclist, Kamal Bhayani, died after falling into a 15-foot-deep pit dug by the Delhi Jal Board for construction work in west Delhis Janakpuri area. The incident came to light on Friday morning when police found his body and motorcycle inside the pit
Thirteen Phipsons shieldtail snakes, a rare and vulnerable species of the Western Ghats, were discovered inside a small polyhouse in Vadgaon village of Punes Maval taluka. Wildlife rescuers examined the non-venomous snakes and safely released them into suitable natural habitats under forest department guidance
This goes for other hostels too, where students will be studying for different degrees
Coalitions work only when power is shared. With Ajit Pawar gone, that balance is disturbed, paving the way for the BJP to become the single strongest force in the Mahayuti, not just one among equals
Among those neutralised was Prabhakar, the in-charge of the Gadchiroli Division Committee, West Sub Zonal Bureau, and Company No. 10 of the CPI (Maoist). He hailed from Kamareddy, Telangana, and carried a reward of Rs 25 lakh on his head, an official statement said
There was an issue with the aircraft`s landing gear lever. The automatic mode was not working, and the manual mode was used. The issue was addressed, and the plane operated other flights later
Following deputy chief minister Ajit Pawars death in an air crash on January 28, his wife Sunetra Pawar replaced him in the state cabinet and took oath on January 31
Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, on Friday announced a Rs 22,672-crore plan to transform Mumbai Ports Eastern Waterfront into a global maritime, logistics and tourism hub
According to the officials, the incident took place at the womens public toilet at Byculla railway station when the young woman, a college student, allegedly attempted to seriously harm herself
Central Railway has requested passengers to plan their journeys accordingly and bear with the railway administration for any inconvenience caused during the maintenance work
The 5-hour jumbo block was being operated to carry out essential maintenance work on tracks, signalling and overhead equipment, an official statement said
The Central Railway on Friday announced changes to the terminal stations and revised timings for several Mail/Express trains, citing operational requirements
Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal said Deputy CM Sunetra Pawar should lead the NCP, saying the party needs stability after Ajit Pawars death in a Baramati plane crash earlier this year
Maharashtra Kamgar Sabha and Indian Gig Workers Forum said illegal bike taxi services are operating openly across the country despite repeated warnings from transport authorities
In May 2023, the state government elevated the status of the Jalna Municipal Council to that of a municipal corporation. Last months municipal polls were the first elections of the Jalna civic body since the elevation
Maharashtra deputy CM Eknath Shinde has appealed to his supporters, party workers and well-wishers to refrain from organising any celebrations on his birthday
Several auto-rickshaw drivers from the busy streets were given basic training of CPR and first aid, recognising their role as first responders in road accidents and medical emergencies, an official said
Alongside Landges election, Sharmila Babar was unanimously elected as deputy mayor. Other key appointments include Prashant Shitole as Leader of the House andBhausaheb Bhor as Leader of the Opposition
Maharashtra Guardian Minister Ashish Shelar has requested CM Devendra Fadnavis to establish a helipad at Bandra Reclamation to boost emergency response along the BandraWorli Sea Link and Mumbai Coastal Road
According to police, the accused officers were working along with a village headman to target the farmer, who had recently received a large sum after selling his property

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