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Delhi-NCR suffers amid severe pollution, dense fog

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast "extremely dense fog" during the morning hours of December 30, followed by "dense fog" till the afternoon. The maximum temperature for the day was recorded at 21 degrees Celsius, while the minimum dropped to 8 degrees Celsius. Humidity levels reached 100 per cent, further worsening the foggy conditions.

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PM Modi condoles demise of Khaleda Zia, says her contributions to India-Bangladesh relations will always be remembered

Begum Khaleda Zia passed away early Tuesday morning after a prolonged illness at the age of 80, her party confirmed. According to a statement issued by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), she died at around 6 a.m. at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka, where she had been undergoing treatment for over a month.

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China, synthetic narcotics and political economy of proxy production in Southeast Asia

China's role in the synthetic drug trade fits this pattern. The state does not need to order chemical firms to supply traffickers if regulatory ambiguity and weak oversight already make such behaviour profitable and low risk.

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Unnao rape case: 'Don't let hate bury the truth', pleads Sengar's daughter in viral open letter

The letter, addressed to the "Hon'ble Authorities of the Republic of India," comes hours after the Supreme Court stayed a Delhi High Court order that had suspended her father's life sentence and granted him conditional bail.

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Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

DK Shivakumar will become K'taka CM on Jan 6 or 9; legislator Iqbal Hussain 200% sure

Speaking to reporters in Ramanagara, Iqbal Hussain, a staunch supporter of Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar, said, "I am not saying this on my own. This has been said by 'sharanaru' (sages). Believing them, I am making this statement. I stand by what I have said."

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Behind Pakistan's civilian facade, Asim Munir's deep-state consolidation of power

World's patience with religious extremism in Pakistan wearing thin: Report

Anti-Pakistan sentiment is taking root in Western and Middle Eastern capitals, driven by alarm over Pakistan's export of radical Islamist ideology and its permissive attitude towards extremism and other criminal activities under the current military leadership.

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'My father will get justice when...': Unnao rape victim demands death sentence for Kuldeep Sengar

Expressing faith in the apex court, the victim said she continued to believe that justice would ultimately prevail.

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New Year celebrations: B'luru Police issue guidelines with special focus on women

The Police Commissioner stressed that public peace should not be disturbed under any circumstances and warned that strict legal action would be initiated against those attempting to create law and order problems. He said hotels, pubs, clubs and resorts would be allowed to operate only within prescribed time limits on New Year's Day. Permission for DJ music and the use of loudspeakers has been granted with specific time restrictions.

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B'luru demolition drive row: DKS visits spot, says govt can't allow everyone to come and settle

Speaking to reporters after visiting the Kogilu locality in Bengaluru, where the demolition drive was carried out, Shivakumar said: "Others cannot do politics here. There is no embarrassment over the manner in which the ruling Congress has handled the issue. Bengaluru must be kept clean. Law and order has to be maintained, and we cannot allow everyone who comes to settle here."

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K'taka unauthorised construction row: BJP claims displaced residents are Rohingyas, opposes allotment

Addressing a press conference at the BJP state headquarters, Jagannath Bhavan, in Bengaluru, Leader of the Opposition in the Legislative Council Chalavadi Narayanaswamy claimed that information available with the party indicated that those who lost their homes in the recent demolition drive were Rohingyas. He demanded that the matter be handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA).

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Can ChatGPT help reduce mental health stigma?

The team from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia surveyed 73 people who had used ChatGPT for personal mental health support, investigating ChatGPT use and its perceived effectiveness related to stigma.

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YouTube Music expands to 12 more countries

How to create YouTube thumbnails using AI: Top 10 text-to-image prompts to use

Adobe Firefly's AI-powered text-to-image generator enables creators to design professional YouTube thumbnails in minutes without design experience. Effective AI prompts combine specific visual elements, color schemes, and emotional triggers. Here's everything you need to know.

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Congress will lose relevance if Rahul continues: JD(U)'s Rajeev Ranjan backs HM Shah's criticism

"If Rahul Gandhi continues to lead the Congress in the same manner, the day is not far when Congress could lose its relevance in India. Dissatisfaction within the party is growing steadily. Therefore, the party is likely to face difficulties in the near future, and it is crucial for them to carefully introspect and take corrective measures," Rajeev Ranjan Prasad said.

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Musk warns on silver rally flagging demand for industrial use

"This is not good. Silver is needed in many industrial processes," Musk, recently posted on social media platform X. Reactions on social media ranged from alarm to caution, with users saying Musk's concern signalled the rally's excesses.

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After 'two fugitives' remark, Lalit Modi issues apology to Indian government

"I apologise if I have hurt anyone feelings especially the Indian Government who I have the highest respect and regard for. The statement was misconstrued and was never intended to be as played out. Once again my deepest apologies," he wrote.

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Delhi-NCR suffers amid severe pollution, dense fog

PM Modi condoles demise of Khaleda Zia, says her contributions to India-Bangladesh relations will always be remembered

China, synthetic narcotics and political economy of proxy production in Southeast Asia

Unnao rape case: 'Don't let hate bury the truth', pleads Sengar's daughter in viral open letter

DK Shivakumar will become K'taka CM on Jan 6 or 9; legislator Iqbal Hussain 200% sure

World's patience with religious extremism in Pakistan wearing thin: Report

'My father will get justice when...': Unnao rape victim demands death sentence for Kuldeep Sengar

New Year celebrations: B'luru Police issue guidelines with special focus on women

B'luru demolition drive row: DKS visits spot, says govt can't allow everyone to come and settle

K'taka unauthorised construction row: BJP claims displaced residents are Rohingyas, opposes allotment

Can ChatGPT help reduce mental health stigma?

How to create YouTube thumbnails using AI: Top 10 text-to-image prompts to use

Congress will lose relevance if Rahul continues: JD(U)'s Rajeev Ranjan backs HM Shah's criticism

Musk warns on silver rally flagging demand for industrial use

After 'two fugitives' remark, Lalit Modi issues apology to Indian government

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