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US approves USD 8.6 billion military sales to Israel, Middle East allies as uncertainty over Iran war looms
02
May
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World

US approves USD 8.6 billion military sales to Israel, Middle East allies as uncertainty over Iran war looms

Washington: As the situations remains uncertain over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the United States (US) has decided to approve sale of military equipment worth more than USD 8.6 billion to its key allies in the region, including Israel, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Kuwait, the State Department announced on Friday.ย  As per the announcement, Israel has been approved of Advanced Precision Kill Weapon Systems (APKWS) costing USD 992.4 million. Kuwait, on the other hand, will receive the integrated battle command system worth USD 2.5 billion.ย  The US State Department has also approved the sale of…
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KL Rahul joins Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in elite list with stellar knock against Rajasthan Royals
02
May
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Sports

KL Rahul joins Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma in elite list with stellar knock against Rajasthan Royals

New Delhi: The 43rd game of the ongoing IPL (Indian Premier League) 2026 saw Rajasthan Royals hosting Delhi Capitals. The two sides locked horns at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on May 1, and it was Delhi Capitals who managed to register a brilliant win.ย  The clash saw RR coming in to bat first and posting a total of 225 runs in the first innings. Chasing down the target, it was the performance of KL Rahul that helped Capitals register a victory. Scoring 75 runs in 40 deliveries, Rahul took Royals out of the game and propelled his side…
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US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as Trump labels NATO ‘paper tiger’ again
02
May
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World

US to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany as Trump labels NATO ‘paper tiger’ again

Washington: The United States (US) has decided to withdraw at least 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon said on Friday, as President Donald Trump continues to criticise the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) over its stance against America's conflict against Iran in the Middle East. The withdrawal is likely to take place in the next six to 12 months, Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said, adding that the โ€œdecision follows a thorough review of the Departmentโ€™s force posture in Europe and is in recognition of theater requirements and conditions on the ground.โ€ Germany has several military facilities of the US, including…
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Trump vows to stop Iran’s nuclear programme, slams critics of war: ‘Mideast, Europe would’ve been blown’
02
May
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World

Trump vows to stop Iran’s nuclear programme, slams critics of war: ‘Mideast, Europe would’ve been blown’

Florida: US President Donald Trump on Friday (local time) once again reiterated that Iran cannot be allowed to have nuclear weapons and defended that military action was taken against them to save not just the Middle East but also Europe. He was addressing an event at The Villages in Florida.ย  Trump said if Iran is allowed to have nuclear weapons, then it would first use them against Israel and other parts of the Middle East, before attacking Europe. However, the 79-year-old Republican leader also claimed that Iran's military has been completely 'decimated' and their leadership is also gone. "Because we…
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In 1967, Aretha Franklin rewrote a few lyrics in one song that turned โ€˜Respectโ€™ into a womenโ€™s rights anthem |
02
May
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Lifestyle

In 1967, Aretha Franklin rewrote a few lyrics in one song that turned โ€˜Respectโ€™ into a womenโ€™s rights anthem |

Aretha Franklin turned a simple song into a civil rights anthem. Image credit - Wikimedia A song that defined a generation and became the greatest of all time for its take on the cultural revolution. "Respect," recorded by Aretha Franklin in 1967, is considered to be one of the most influential songs in the history of American popular music. This track became one of the symbols of that time, representing two significant events โ€“ the Civil Rights Movement and the Women's Rights Movement.According to Rolling Stone, the track "Respect" occupies the first position in the magazine's list of "The 500…
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Pawan Khera granted pre-arrest bail in defamation case
02
May
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Politics

Pawan Khera granted pre-arrest bail in defamation case

In a notable legal reprieve for Pawan Khera, the Supreme Court has granted the Congress leader anticipatory bail in a criminal defamation and forgery case. The proceedings were initiated by the Assam Police following a complaint from Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, the wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. ย  The bench, consisting of Justice JK Maheshwari and Justice Atul Chandurkar, stepped in after the Gauhati High Court had earlier refused to grant Khera protection. It was pointed out by the judges during the hearing about the exchange of accusations and counter-accusations between Khera and the Chief Minister. It was…
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Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci get stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame
01
May
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Entertainment

Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci get stars on Hollywood Walk of Fame

Actors Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci have been honoured with prestigious stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at a double star ceremony. ย  The Hollywood Walk of Fame honours distinguished individuals who have achieved excellence in motion pictures, television, radio, music, or live theatre. ย  Icons such as Harrison Ford, Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Tom Hanks, and Dwayne Johnson are among the many legendary stars previously inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Their contributions have solidified their places in entertainment history, drawing millions of admirers to the famous sidewalk to celebrate their artistic legacies. ย  Blunt and Tucci,…
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Sunrisers Hyderabad announce replacement for injured Shivam Mavi, sign India’s U19 World Cup star
01
May
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Sports

Sunrisers Hyderabad announce replacement for injured Shivam Mavi, sign India’s U19 World Cup star

Hyderabad: Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Shivam Mavi has been ruled out of the ongoing IPL 2026, owing to a groin injury. The 2016 champions were forced to make a mid-season change to their squad, as they brought in young all-rounder RS Ambrish as cover. The 18-year-old joins the franchise at his base price of INR 30 lakh. Meanwhile, Mavi, who was picked up for INR 75 lakh at the auction, did not feature in any matches this season before being sidelined. SRHโ€™s new recruit arrives with strong credentials from the junior international circuit. He was part of the India Under-19 squad…
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Australia international finally joins LSG squad for IPL 2026, massive boost to team ahead of MI clash
01
May
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Australia international finally joins LSG squad for IPL 2026, massive boost to team ahead of MI clash

Mumbai: Lucknow Super Giants have received a timely boost ahead of a crucial phase in IPL 2026, with Australia keeper-batter Josh Inglis linking up with the squad. The 29-year-old is now in contention for selection as the team prepares for its upcoming fixture on May 4. Inglis had delayed his arrival due to personal commitments, having notified franchises prior to the auction about his limited availability. His wedding was held on April 18 in Margaret River, Western Australia, which caused his late arrival. Meanwhile, despite the delay, Lucknow had invested INR 8.60 crore to secure his services after he was…
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Delhi Capitals register their highest successful chase to beat RR in IPL 2026; Rahul, Nissanka, Starc shine
01
May
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Delhi Capitals register their highest successful chase to beat RR in IPL 2026; Rahul, Nissanka, Starc shine

Jaipur: The fans in Jaipur enjoyed a high-scoring affair on Friday, May 1, as Rajasthan Royals hosted Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. Even though the home fans returned disappointed, the game in itself lived up to its billing with some stunning batting performances. Leading up to the game, the focus is on the prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and how he will tackle the wrath of Mitchell Starc. However, that contest is set for some other day, as the 15-year-old departed cheaply to Kyle Jamieson. Starc, on the other hand, who played his first game of the IPL 2026 season,…
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