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India working with France to probe suspected human trafficking case
After Canada, is pro-Khalistan sentiment growing in the US?

After Canada, is pro-Khalistan sentiment growing in the US?

Lessons from Gaza: India cannot ignore security threats in Kashmir

Lessons from Gaza: India cannot ignore security threats in Kashmir

Rewind 2023: IOC Session in India marks nation's growth in sports diplomacy and sporting ecosystem

Rewind 2023: IOC Session in India marks nation's growth in sports diplomacy and sporting ecosystem

WFI president Sanjay Singh: 'Just because I'm close to Brij Bhushan, doesn't mean I'm a dummy candidate'
Indian Navy’s P-8I maritime surveillance aircraft establish connection with distressed vessel MV Chem Pluto
India vs South Africa: Virat Kohli links up with squad after pre-approved London trip, says report
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India vs South Africa: Virat Kohli links up with squad after pre-approved London trip, says report

As per a report, Virat Kohli didn't have a "family emergency" with both BCCI and team management aware of his London trip

Fifty two per cent surge in Covid cases worldwide in last one month: WHO
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Fifty two per cent surge in Covid cases worldwide in last one month: WHO

As of December 17, over 772 million confirmed cases and nearly seven million deaths have been reported globally since the onset of COVID-19, the WHO noted.

What led to France grounding a plane with over 300 Indians?
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What led to France grounding a plane with over 300 Indians?

French authorities detained a Nicaragua-bound chartered flight carrying 303 Indians on Thursday afternoon after it landed at the Vatry airport on suspicion of human trafficking. The Indian embassy in France said it has received consular access and is investigating the incident

Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire review: Prabhas starrer is a bloody mix of KGF & Baahubali with a dash of Game of Thrones
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Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire review: Prabhas starrer is a bloody mix of KGF & Baahubali with a dash of Game of Thrones

Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is a massy comeback for Prabhas and a Christmas treat for his fans

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Gunmen kill at least 20 people, wound nine others in western Burundi
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Gunmen kill at least 20 people, wound nine others in western Burundi

Those killed in the Friday evening raid on a village called Vugizo included 12 children, two pregnant women and a police officer, government spokesperson Jerome Niyonzima said.

Russian Communists pit political veteran against Vladimir Putin
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Russian Communists pit political veteran against Vladimir Putin

At a party congress in the Moscow region, the members held a single-candidate vote backing Nikolai Kharitonov. He won just under 14 per cent of the national vote when he stood against Putin in 2004.

Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty and girlfriend Tania Shroff part ways after 11 years of relationship: Report
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Suniel Shetty's son Ahan Shetty and girlfriend Tania Shroff part ways after 11 years of relationship: Report

A source said, "It's the end of an eleven-year-old relationship. They broke up last month or so. They are currently single and trying to move on."

Premier League has its first female referee as Rebecca Welch officiates Fulham vs Burnley
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Premier League has its first female referee as Rebecca Welch officiates Fulham vs Burnley

Rebecca Welch has already worked as the fourth official in the Premier League, for the match between Fulham and Manchester United

Manchester United lose 13th game of the season, most before Christmas since 1930
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Manchester United lose 13th game of the season, most before Christmas since 1930

Manchester United have lost 13 games in all competitions this season -- their most defeats before Christmas since 1930-31

French airport provides makeshift base for 300 Indians on grounded flight
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French airport provides makeshift base for 300 Indians on grounded flight

Marne emergency services had installed makeshift beds for the 303 stranded passengers, gave them access to toilets and showers and provided meals and hot drinks at Vatry airport, a spokeswoman for the Marne prefect's office said.

Napoli forward Victor Osimhen extends contract till 2026
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Napoli forward Victor Osimhen extends contract till 2026

Italian media report that a release clause worth between 120 million and 130 million euros has been inserted in Victor Osimhen's contract

BJP meet: Party eyes big boost in vote share to secure 'overwhelming' win in 2024
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BJP meet: Party eyes big boost in vote share to secure 'overwhelming' win in 2024

Since coming to power at the Centre in 2014, the BJP has continuously striven to raise its vote share to 50 per cent in state assembly polls and succeeded in this feat in many elections.

India vs South Africa 1st Test: Numbers and records at Centurion's SuperSport Park
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India vs South Africa 1st Test: Numbers and records at Centurion's SuperSport Park

The SuperSport Park in Centurion will host the first Test match in the two-match series between India and South Africa

India vs South Africa: Rain threat over first Test, track to aid seamers, reveals curator
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India vs South Africa: Rain threat over first Test, track to aid seamers, reveals curator

Pitch curator at Centurion believes the first day and large part of the second day could be affected by rain in the first India vs South Africa Test

AITA loses appeal, India Davis Cup team will have to travel to Pakistan
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AITA loses appeal, India Davis Cup team will have to travel to Pakistan

If the Indian team fails to travel to Pakistan, the tie will be awarded to the host country and the Indian team will be relegated to World Group II.

India making border infrastructure robust with seriousness it deserves: S Jaishankar
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India making border infrastructure robust with seriousness it deserves: S Jaishankar

Jaishankar said that even by the traditional metrics of security assessments, India faces exceptional challenges. "Strenuous efforts have since been made, especially in the last decade, to correct the shortcomings of the previous decades.

India women vs Australia Test: Harmanpreet Kaur leads India's fightback as Aussies take slender lead
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India women vs Australia Test: Harmanpreet Kaur leads India's fightback as Aussies take slender lead

Australia women lead India by 46 runs at close on Day 3 of the one-off Test at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai

Ukraine claims to down three Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber aircraft
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Ukraine claims to down three Russian Su-34 fighter-bomber aircraft

The Russian military has not officially acknowledged the incident, but Russian bloggers have admitted the loss. Analysts suggest that US-supplied Patriot missiles were likely used in the downing of three Russian Su-34 fighter bombers in the southern sector.

Russia bars pro-peace candidate from presidential ballot: Electoral Commission
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Russia bars pro-peace candidate from presidential ballot: Electoral Commission

The commission's chief, Ella Pamfilova, said the members unanimously rejected Duntsova's bid to stand in polls that President Vladimir Putin is expected to win comfortably.