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Trade, trust and security: What are PM Modi’s 10 major decisions during visit to New Zealand | World

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Trade, trust and security: What are PM Modi’s 10 major decisions during visit to New Zealand | World

Auckland: In a significant development, India and New Zealand on Friday signed several agreements and unveiled the comprehensive "India-New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030," establishing a robust blueprint to deepen defence and security cooperation over the next four years. The landmark roadmap, endorsed during the high-level meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart Christopher Luxon in Auckland on Saturday, places a heavy emphasis on maritime security, counter-terrorism, and cyber defence under its critical Pillar II framework. Apart from this, 18 major decisions were also taken during PM Modi’s historic visit to New Zealand. Meanwhile, the…

IND vs ENG pitch report: How will the pitch in Southampton fare for the fifth T20I of the series? | Cricket

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IND vs ENG pitch report: How will the pitch in Southampton fare for the fifth T20I of the series? | Cricket

Southampton : The stage is set for the fifth and final T20I of the ongoing series between India and England. The two sides will meet at the Rose Bowl in Southampton on July 11th. It is worth noting that the Men in Blue are yet to win a game in the series, losing all of the matches so far. Under Shreyas Iyer’s leadership, the Indian team lost two matches in a row against Ireland, and after the first T20I against England was washed out, the Indian team followed it up with three consecutive losses as England maintained their momentum. Having…

‘1000 missiles are locked and aimed at Iran’: Trump warns Tehran against attempts to assassinate him | World

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‘1000 missiles are locked and aimed at Iran’: Trump warns Tehran against attempts to assassinate him | World

Washington: US President Donald Trump on Friday issued a stark warning to Iran, saying the United States had "1,000 missiles" ready to strike the Islamic nation if Tehran attempted to assassinate him, escalating his rhetoric amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the missiles were "locked and loaded" and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, warning of overwhelming military retaliation in the event of any assassination attempt against him. "1,000 missiles are locked and loaded and aimed at the Islamic Republic of Iran, with thousands more to immediately follow, should the Iranian…

10 killed after plane crashes in Bahamas, Flamingo Air flights grounded, PM Davis expresses grief | World

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10 killed after plane crashes in Bahamas, Flamingo Air flights grounded, PM Davis expresses grief | World

Nassau: A small plane crashed in the Bahamas on Friday, killing 10 people and prompting the government to temporarily ground Flamingo Air flights. The deadly incident happened in North Andros, located in waters just west of Nassau, the archipelago's capital. Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis expresses grief Bahamian Prime Minister Philip Brave Davis expressed grief and initially said that one person survived, but he later confirmed in a press conference that the person died from their injuries. The victims have not been publicly identified. "We gather beneath a cloud of great sorrow," he said, noting that people were celebrating the…

Smriti Mandhana achieves huge feat as India women take centre stage against England in only Test | Cricket

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Smriti Mandhana achieves huge feat as India women take centre stage against England in only Test | Cricket

New Delhi: India women and England women took on each other in the only Test of the series. The two sides met at the Lord’s Cricket Ground in London from July 10th, and the game began with India coming in to bat first after losing the toss. It is worth noting that the game was extra special for Smriti Mandhana. Notably, the only Test was Smriti Mandhana’s 300th international appearance. Interestingly, she also became the youngest to play 300 international matches. Furthermore, she is the 12th player in women’s international cricket to achieve the feat and the third Indian after…

Top 6 most visited national parks in the USA every nature lover should experience once in their lifetime

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Top 6 most visited national parks in the USA every nature lover should experience once in their lifetime

2025 visitors: 11.5 millionGreat Smoky Mountains National Park tops the chart of America's most visited national parks. Stretching across Tennessee and North Carolina, the park is famous for its mist-covered mountains, ancient forests, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife. The best part, there is no entrance fee, making it one of the most pocket-friendly national parks in the country. Best time to visit: April-May and September-November

PM Modi calls India-New Zealand FTA ‘historic milestone’: ‘Pact gives momentum to bilateral ties’ | World

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PM Modi calls India-New Zealand FTA ‘historic milestone’: ‘Pact gives momentum to bilateral ties’ | World

Auckland: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday described the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a historic milestone in bilateral ties, thanking New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon for concluding the pact in a short span. He also held delegation level talks with New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and both leaders vowed to strengthen strategic partnership between the two countries. PM Modi calls India-New Zealand FTA 'historic milestone' Speaking on the occasion, PM Modi said, "...It gives me great pleasure that an Indian Prime Minister has visited New Zealand after 40 years; by organizing an event in your…

Mamata approaches HC seeking permission for ‘Martyrs’ Day rally

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Mamata approaches HC seeking permission for ‘Martyrs’ Day rally

After no response from the police, Trinamool Congress (TMC)’s Mamata Banerjee faction approached the Calcutta High Court on Friday seeking permission to hold its annual ‘Martyrs’ Day’ rally on July 21 in front of Victoria House at Dharmatala. Senior party leader Derek O'Brien has filed a petition in the court of Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya. The matter is likely to be heard on Monday, July 13. The party’s faction said that it had applied to the Kolkata Police for permission to hold the rally at Dharmatala, following a long-standing tradition. However, with no clear response from Lalbazar, the police headquarters,…

Special Olympics Bharat team aims for third consecutive Gothia Cup title, coach Onaciss shares recruitment process | Other

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Special Olympics Bharat team aims for third consecutive Gothia Cup title, coach Onaciss shares recruitment process | Other

New Delhi: India's Special Olympics Bharat team for athletes with intellectual disabilities left for Sweden on Friday, July 10, to defend its Special Olympics Trophy title at the Gothia Cup 2026. Playing for the first time in 2024, the team clinched the title in successive years and now attempts to become the first side to win the competition three years in succession. The tournament will be held in Gothenburg from July 12 to 18, with India entering as one of the favourites. The contingent comprises 10 athletes and two coaches representing nine states and Union Territories. Notably, the players were…

Super-sub Mikel Merino scores late as Spain beat Belgium 2-1 for semis spot, who will they play next? | Football

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Super-sub Mikel Merino scores late as Spain beat Belgium 2-1 for semis spot, who will they play next? | Football

Los Angeles: Spain booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals after substitute Mikel Merino struck late to secure a 2-1 victory over Belgium in a hard-fought quarter-final in the early hours of Saturday. The win set up a last-four meeting with France in Dallas. Notably, Merino settled the contest in the closing minutes after Belgium had battled back from a goal down to level the match before halftime. The midfielder reacted quickest after Senne Lammens spilled Pau Cubarsi's long-range effort, smashing home the rebound to end Belgium's resistance. Spain had earlier taken the lead in the 30th…