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US cuts proposed Russian oil tariff from 500% to 100%, easing threat to India and China

A revised US sanctions bill has lowered the maximum proposed tariff on major buyers of Russian oil and natural gas from 500% to 100%, significantly reducing the scale of a trade threat that could directly affect India and China. The bipartisan legislation is designed to increase economic pressure on Moscow by targeting countries that continue […]

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Meta accused of using AI systems to target workers with medical conditions for layoffs

Twenty-six Meta employees have filed a lawsuit accusing the technology company of using AI-assisted systems that disproportionately disadvantaged workers with disabilities or those who took medical leave when selecting employees for mass layoffs. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Oakland, California, alleges that Meta relied on factors including productivity scores and AI token usage

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After leading RCB, Smriti Mandhana is ready for India’s captaincy

Smriti Mandhana has long been one of India’s biggest batting pillars. Over the last few years, she has also added another dimension to her game by leading Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Women’s Premier League. Now, the Indian vice-captain believes she is ready for the next challenge. Asked whether she sees herself taking over the

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Spain outclasses France 2-0 to reach first World Cup final since 2010

Spain have reached their first FIFA World Cup final in 16 years after beating France 2-0 in Dallas, delivering one of their most controlled performances of the tournament against its most prolific attack. Mikel Oyarzabal opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Lucas Digne caught Lamine Yamal while attempting to clear the ball. Pedro

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Can Rohit and Kohli silence the World Cup debate in England?

The return of ODI cricket brings familiar faces back into the spotlight, but this England series feels different for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. With the 2027 World Cup drawing closer, every ODI is now viewed through that prism. Reports that the Indian team management is considering a rotation policy to build bench strength have

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is already one of the most record-breaking tournaments in history

With four matches still to be played, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has already produced some of the biggest statistical milestones in the tournament’s history. From Lionel Messi becoming the competition’s all-time leading goalscorer to Brazil reclaiming another long-standing record, this edition has reshaped football’s record books well before a champion is crowned. Lionel Messi

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Nearly half of Gujarat’s school students do not reach Class 12

Gujarat retains every child in the early years of schooling. Yet by the time students reach the end of secondary education, nearly half are no longer in the system. According to the UDISE+ 2025-26 report released by the Union Ministry of Education, Gujarat’s retention rate from entry into school to the completion of Class 12

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Supreme Court creates special benches to clear its oldest pending cases

The Supreme Court of India has created four special benches that will work exclusively on clearing the court’s oldest pending cases. Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced the initiative to the Hindustan Times, describing it as an effort to reaffirm public confidence in the justice delivery system by ensuring that long-delayed cases receive sustained

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Karnataka passes law against honour killings, Tamil Nadu still debates similar move

Karnataka has become the first state in India to pass a dedicated law against honour killings, marking a significant step in criminalizing caste-based violence within families. The state assembly approved the legislation after multiple high-profile cases where family members murdered their relatives for marrying across caste or community lines. Tamil Nadu, by contrast, continues to

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