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To woo Thevar votes, EPS seeks Bharat Ratna for Muthuramalinga

To woo Thevar votes, EPS seeks Bharat Ratna for Muthuramalinga

Edappadi K Palaniswami, AIADMK (All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) general secretary, has sought the Bharat Ratna Pasumpon Muthuramalinga Thevar, who is the most prominent figure representing the Thevar community.This is being viewed as an effort to make inroads into the influential Thevar community, particularly after the expulsion of its leaders such as VK Sasikala, TTV Dhinakaran and O Panneerselvam.The request follows Palaniswami's meeting on Tuesday with Union Home Minister Amit Shah, a key BJP troubleshooter, in New Delhi. While the meeting was held to discuss issues within the AIADMK and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), Palaniswami avoided the press…
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‘How is Babar Azam not in this line-up?’: Ex-Pakistan coach reacts to another batting failureย inย Asiaย Cup

‘How is Babar Azam not in this line-up?’: Ex-Pakistan coach reacts to another batting failureย inย Asiaย Cup

Pakistan found themselves seven down for 110 against the UAE before Shaheen Afridi lifted their score to 146 as their batting capitulations continued in the ongoing Asia Cup. Against India, too, Pakistan could muster just 127 runs after being 9/111 at one point. Dubai: Former Pakistan coach Mickey Arthur was surprised that Babar Azam wasn't in this team's T20I side,ย looking at the batting capitulations for the Men in Green in the ongoing Asia Cup.ย Pakistan found themselves seven down for 110 against the UAE on Wednesday before Shaheen Afridi lifted their score to 146. Against India, too, Pakistan could muster just…
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‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ show pulled off air over Charlie Kirk remarks, Trump calls it great news for US

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ show pulled off air over Charlie Kirk remarks, Trump calls it great news for US

'Jimmy Kimmel Live' show pulled off air: Nexstar in a statement said that its "owned and partner television stations affiliated with the ABC Television Network will pre-empt airings of 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' for the foreseeable future. Washington: Disney'sย ABC on Thursday said it has takenย Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show off air for indefinite period after backlash over the host's comments about the motives behind the killing of conservative commentatorย Charlie Kirk. Nexstar in a statement said that its "owned and partner television stations affiliated with theย ABCย Television Network will pre-empt airings of 'Jimmy Kimmelย Live!' for the foreseeable future. Nexstar strongly objects to…
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8 high fibre foods one must consume on a regular basis, recommended by Harvard trained Gastroenterologist

8 high fibre foods one must consume on a regular basis, recommended by Harvard trained Gastroenterologist

Chickpeas (chole), together with kidney beans, black beans and navy beans, serve as excellent fibre sources, because they contain 12-16 grams of fibre in each cooked cup. The combination of plant protein and high fibre content in these legumes, makes them suitable for people who follow vegetarian or vegan diets. The high fibre content in these legumes helps digestion, while lowering cholesterol levels and promoting weight management through increased feelings of fullness. The versatile nature of these legumes makes them suitable for various dishes, including our regular curries, salads, soups and dips such as hummus, which deliver both nutritional value…
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Market Opening Bell: Sensex reclaims 83,100, Nifty above 25,400 post US Fed rate cut

Market Opening Bell: Sensex reclaims 83,100, Nifty above 25,400 post US Fed rate cut

Sensex, Nifty Today: Gift Nifty, an early indicator for the Nifty 50, indicated a positive start as it opened in the green with a gain of 80.5 points at 25,494.50, compared to the previous close of 25,414. Mumbai: Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, started on a positive note on Thursday, September 18, 2025, after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates by 25 basis points. The 30-share BSE Sensex surged 415.21 points to start the session at 83,108.92; the Nifty was up by 110.8 points to open at 25,441.05. In the last trading session, the Sensex closed…
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Umpire substituted due to concussion after being hit on head during Pakistan’sย fielding innings

Umpire substituted due to concussion after being hit on head during Pakistan’sย fielding innings

It's as if the Pakistan vs UAE match needed any more mishaps, the on-field umpire Ruchira Palliyaguruge was substituted due to a concussion. Pakistan, however, did prevail in the end despite not having enough runs on the board against the UAE to advance to the Super 4s. Dubai: Pakistan vs the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was one bizarre game but the Men in Green would have been relieved that they came out on top despite not putting enough runs on the board and especially after the drama that unfolded in the build-up to the game, which even pushed it by…
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Khawaja Asif makes bizarre claim: ‘Pakistan defamed but US politicians accept bribes from Israel openly’

Khawaja Asif makes bizarre claim: ‘Pakistan defamed but US politicians accept bribes from Israel openly’

Khawaja Asif argued that the image of Pakistan has been wrongly maligned over corruption and also claimed that Islamabad is constantly accused of corruption, but the US has institutionalised such practices under the guise of political funding. Islamabad: Pakistanโ€™s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif again made another bizarre remark, claiming that his country is being defamed for corruption, while the US has been accepting bribes from Israel openly. โ€œWe are being defamed for taking bribes. American politicians accept bribes from Israel openly. If I have to take bribes, I will do it in a backroom somewhere," Asif was heard saying…
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign mutual defence deal: ‘Attack on one, aggression against both’

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia sign mutual defence deal: ‘Attack on one, aggression against both’

The strategic defence pact between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia comes just days after an Israeli strike targeted Hamas leaders in neighbouring Qatari capital Doha. Riyadh: Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on Wednesday signed a new mutual defence agreement, with the two sides declaring that any attack on either nation will be treated as "an act of aggression against both."ย The agreement was signed in Riyadh by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, who is currently on a state visit to Saudi Arabia. ย  The agreement between the two nations comes two days after an extraordinary…
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Asia Cup 2025 updated points table after Pakistan’s controversial win over UAE

Asia Cup 2025 updated points table after Pakistan’s controversial win over UAE

With Pakistan registering a victory against the UAE in the ongoing Asia Cup 2025, let us have a look at the updated points table for the tournament as the group stage phase is nearing its end, and the Super Fours are being decided. New Delhi: The Asia Cup 2025 is rapidly approaching the end of its group stage phase, with Pakistanโ€™s win over UAE in Group A, and just two group stage matches in the tournament are left. Where India is set to take on Oman in Group A, Sri Lanka will be taking on Afghanistan in Group B to…
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‘I’ll do it’: FBI director Kash Patel agrees to probe Trump-Epstein birthday letter

‘I’ll do it’: FBI director Kash Patel agrees to probe Trump-Epstein birthday letter

The letter was included as part of a 50th birthday album compiled in 2003 for Epstein, a wealthy and well-connected financier who was once a friend of Trump. Washington: FBI Director Kash Patel has agreed to open an investigation into a controversial birthday note that US President Donald Trump allegedly wrote to Jeffrey Epstein on hisย birthday, the news agency ANI reported, quoting The Hill.ย Patel's statement came during questioning from Representative Jared Moskowitz during a House Oversight Committee hearing. The White House has maintained that the note, which was published by Epstein's estate, includes a forged Trump signature. The letter features…
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