More than 2 lakh Indians gave up citizenship in 2024, says govt
A total of 2,06,378 Indians gave up their citizenship in 2024, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh informed the Rajya Sabha in response to a question on the renouncement of Indian citizenship. Notably, 2,16,219 Indians gave up their citizenship in 2023, while 2,25,620 Indian nationals had given up their citizenship in 2022.
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A total of 2,06,378 Indians gave up their citizenship in 2024, Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh informed the Rajya Sabha in response to a question on the renouncement of Indian citizenship. Notably, 2,16,219 Indians gave up their citizenship in 2023, while 2,25,620 Indian nationals had given up their citizenship in 2022.
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France to become first G7 nation to recognise Palestine as a state
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that his government will be recognising Palestine as a state, the announcement for which he'll make before the UN General Assembly in September. "I will be particularly attentive to the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza," Macron said. This will make France the first G7 nation to recognise Palestine as a state.
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French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that his government will be recognising Palestine as a state, the announcement for which he'll make before the UN General Assembly in September. "I will be particularly attentive to the implementation of the ceasefire in Gaza," Macron said. This will make France the first G7 nation to recognise Palestine as a state.
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PM Modi breaks Indira Gandhi's record to become second-longest serving PM of India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has surpassed Indira Gandhi to become India's second-longest serving PM, completing 4,078 days in office on Friday. Indira Gandhi served for 4,077 days from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977. Jawaharlal Nehru remains the longest-serving PM, holding office for 16 years and 286 days from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has surpassed Indira Gandhi to become India's second-longest serving PM, completing 4,078 days in office on Friday. Indira Gandhi served for 4,077 days from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977. Jawaharlal Nehru remains the longest-serving PM, holding office for 16 years and 286 days from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.
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Yash Dayal faces 2nd rape case, accused of raping 17-year-old girl for 2 years
RCB's Yash Dayal has been accused of raping a 17-year-old girl and sexually exploiting her for two years. He has been booked under POCSO Act in Jaipur. It's alleged he sexually exploited her for two years under the pretext of helping her make a career in cricket. This follows a previous sexual harassment case filed against Dayal by another woman.
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RCB's Yash Dayal has been accused of raping a 17-year-old girl and sexually exploiting her for two years. He has been booked under POCSO Act in Jaipur. It's alleged he sexually exploited her for two years under the pretext of helping her make a career in cricket. This follows a previous sexual harassment case filed against Dayal by another woman.
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Donald Trump mourns Hulk Hoganβs death, says he had the biggest heart
US President Donald Trump took to social media to mourn the demise of WWE legend Hulk Hogan. Trump wrote, "We lost a great friend today, the 'Hulkster'. Hulk Hogan was MAGA all the way...Strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest heart." Trump added, "He entertained fans from all over the world, and the cultural impact he had was massive."
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US President Donald Trump took to social media to mourn the demise of WWE legend Hulk Hogan. Trump wrote, "We lost a great friend today, the 'Hulkster'. Hulk Hogan was MAGA all the way...Strong, tough, smart, but with the biggest heart." Trump added, "He entertained fans from all over the world, and the cultural impact he had was massive."
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Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot resigns after Coldplay 'kiss cam' scandal with CEO
Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot has resigned from her post after a viral 'kiss cam' video showed her and the company's then-CEO Andy Byron embracing during a Coldplay concert. Byron resigned last week after the Astronomer board launched a formal investigation into the incident. Byron is married to Megan Kerrigan, who is an Associate Director at Bancroft School.
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Astronomer HR head Kristin Cabot has resigned from her post after a viral 'kiss cam' video showed her and the company's then-CEO Andy Byron embracing during a Coldplay concert. Byron resigned last week after the Astronomer board launched a formal investigation into the incident. Byron is married to Megan Kerrigan, who is an Associate Director at Bancroft School.
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PM Modi breaks Indira Gandhi's record of second-longest consecutive stint as PM of India
PM Narendra Modi has broken Indira Gandhi's record of second-longest stint as PM of India, completing 4,078 consecutive days in office on Friday. Indira Gandhi served for 4,077 days consecutively from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977. Jawaharlal Nehru remains the longest-serving PM, holding office for 16 years and 286 days from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.
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PM Narendra Modi has broken Indira Gandhi's record of second-longest stint as PM of India, completing 4,078 consecutive days in office on Friday. Indira Gandhi served for 4,077 days consecutively from January 24, 1966, to March 24, 1977. Jawaharlal Nehru remains the longest-serving PM, holding office for 16 years and 286 days from August 15, 1947, to May 27, 1964.
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ISRO shares pic of βΉ13,000-crore NISAR satellite days before launch
The ISRO took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a picture of the βΉ13,000-crore NISAR satellite days before its launch. "NISAR for everyone! NISAR sees through clouds and darkness. 24/7 radar imaging using dual-band SAR. From farmers and scientists to disaster responders, NISAR will empower Earth observation like never before," ISRO wrote. The launch will take place on July 30.
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The ISRO took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a picture of the βΉ13,000-crore NISAR satellite days before its launch. "NISAR for everyone! NISAR sees through clouds and darkness. 24/7 radar imaging using dual-band SAR. From farmers and scientists to disaster responders, NISAR will empower Earth observation like never before," ISRO wrote. The launch will take place on July 30.
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Voter list revision to happen nationwide, announces ECI
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that it will carry out a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across the country. The ECI stated that it is undertaking the revision as part of its constitutional duty to safeguard the integrity of the voter lists. The announcement comes amid Opposition's protest against the SIR in Bihar.
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The Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced that it will carry out a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across the country. The ECI stated that it is undertaking the revision as part of its constitutional duty to safeguard the integrity of the voter lists. The announcement comes amid Opposition's protest against the SIR in Bihar.
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Tragic and deeply saddening: PM Modi after 4 children die in Rajasthan school roof collapse
After at least four children died in a roof collapse at a government primary school in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, PM Narendra Modi said, "It's tragic and deeply saddening." He added, "My thoughts are with...affected students and their families in this difficult hour. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected."
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After at least four children died in a roof collapse at a government primary school in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, PM Narendra Modi said, "It's tragic and deeply saddening." He added, "My thoughts are with...affected students and their families in this difficult hour. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected."
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Govt bans Ullu, ALTT and 23 other apps for promoting obscene content
The Centre issued a notification directing internet service providers to disable access within India to 25 content providers, including Ullu, ALTT, Mojflix, Triflicks, Hitprime, HotX VIP and Hulchul App, for promoting obscene content. The government said the order is aimed at curbing dissemination of content deemed sexually explicit. The ban includes both mobile apps and the associated websites.
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The Centre issued a notification directing internet service providers to disable access within India to 25 content providers, including Ullu, ALTT, Mojflix, Triflicks, Hitprime, HotX VIP and Hulchul App, for promoting obscene content. The government said the order is aimed at curbing dissemination of content deemed sexually explicit. The ban includes both mobile apps and the associated websites.
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Could escalate into war: Thailand PM on conflict with Cambodia
Thailand's acting PM Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Friday said the conflict with Cambodia "has intensified and could escalate into a state of war". "The current situation involves acts of intrusion and aggression that are causing harm to the people's lives," said Wechayachai. At least 16 people have been killed and thousands have been displaced in the border clashes.
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Thailand's acting PM Minister Phumtham Wechayachai on Friday said the conflict with Cambodia "has intensified and could escalate into a state of war". "The current situation involves acts of intrusion and aggression that are causing harm to the people's lives," said Wechayachai. At least 16 people have been killed and thousands have been displaced in the border clashes.
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17-year-old boy dies after following 3-month juice-only diet he saw on YouTube
A 17-year-old boy from Tamil Nadu's Kanniyakumari district died after collapsing following complaints of breathlessness on Thursday. His family said he had been on a juice-only diet for three months, inspired by a YouTube video. They told doctors and police he hadn't consulted any medical or nutritional expert before starting the extreme diet.
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A 17-year-old boy from Tamil Nadu's Kanniyakumari district died after collapsing following complaints of breathlessness on Thursday. His family said he had been on a juice-only diet for three months, inspired by a YouTube video. They told doctors and police he hadn't consulted any medical or nutritional expert before starting the extreme diet.
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Why did ICC scrap runner rule in international cricket in 2011?
Batters aren't allowed runners in international cricket after the ICC scrapped the rule in 2011, citing widespread abuse. The ICC said the rule was often not used in right spirit and made it hard for umpires to judge genuine injuries. The move also aimed to address the imbalance between batters and bowlers as a bowler can't continue bowling after injury.
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Batters aren't allowed runners in international cricket after the ICC scrapped the rule in 2011, citing widespread abuse. The ICC said the rule was often not used in right spirit and made it hard for umpires to judge genuine injuries. The move also aimed to address the imbalance between batters and bowlers as a bowler can't continue bowling after injury.
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India extends over βΉ4,850-crore credit line to Maldives
Amid PM Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Maldives, India has extended Line of Credit (LoC) of over βΉ4,850 crore to the country. India also committed to reduce Maldives' annual debt repayment obligation on Government of India-funded LoCs. The launch of India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA) negotiations was also announced on Friday. PM Modi said India is Maldives' "closest neighbour".
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Amid PM Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Maldives, India has extended Line of Credit (LoC) of over βΉ4,850 crore to the country. India also committed to reduce Maldives' annual debt repayment obligation on Government of India-funded LoCs. The launch of India-Maldives Free Trade Agreement (IMFTA) negotiations was also announced on Friday. PM Modi said India is Maldives' "closest neighbour".
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Martial law in Thailand's border areas amid deadly conflict with Cambodia
Martial law has been declared in at least eight districts of two Thailand provinces- Chanthaburi and Trat- amid deadly clashes with Cambodia, a military official said. This came hours after Thailand's acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai warned that the intensifying clashes could develop into war. At least 16 people have died as fighting broke out at around 12 border locations.
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Martial law has been declared in at least eight districts of two Thailand provinces- Chanthaburi and Trat- amid deadly clashes with Cambodia, a military official said. This came hours after Thailand's acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai warned that the intensifying clashes could develop into war. At least 16 people have died as fighting broke out at around 12 border locations.
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Joe Root becomes 2nd highest run-scorer in Test cricket history, now only behind Tendulkar
Former England captain Joe Root has become the second-highest run-getter in Test cricket history. During England's first innings in the Manchester Test against India, Root surpassed former Australia captain Ricky Ponting's 13,378-run mark. Root is now only behind Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches.
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Former England captain Joe Root has become the second-highest run-getter in Test cricket history. During England's first innings in the Manchester Test against India, Root surpassed former Australia captain Ricky Ponting's 13,378-run mark. Root is now only behind Sachin Tendulkar, who scored 15,921 runs in 200 Test matches.
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Who are India's longest-serving Prime Ministers in consecutive terms?
Jawaharlal Nehru was India's longest-serving PM (16 years, 286 days), followed by PM Narendra Modi, who recently overtook Pandit Nehru's daughter Indira Gandhi to become the second-longest PM in consecutive terms. Dr Manmohan Singh's term was the fourth-longest. He is followed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Rajiv Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, Morarji Desai, Lal Bahadur Shastri and Vishwanath Pratap Singh.
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Jawaharlal Nehru was India's longest-serving PM (16 years, 286 days), followed by PM Narendra Modi, who recently overtook Pandit Nehru's daughter Indira Gandhi to become the second-longest PM in consecutive terms. Dr Manmohan Singh's term was the fourth-longest. He is followed by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Rajiv Gandhi, PV Narasimha Rao, Morarji Desai, Lal Bahadur Shastri and Vishwanath Pratap Singh.
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Sir, please look at Indian football too: Footballer Akash on PM Modi's pic with PL trophy
Indian footballer Akash Mishra took to X to react to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post wherein he posed with Premier League trophy during his visit to the UK. "Sir thoda Indian football bhi dekh lo (Sir, please look at Indian football too)." Akash wrote. Akash's remark comes amid Indian Super League (ISL) being put on hold indefinitely.
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Indian footballer Akash Mishra took to X to react to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's post wherein he posed with Premier League trophy during his visit to the UK. "Sir thoda Indian football bhi dekh lo (Sir, please look at Indian football too)." Akash wrote. Akash's remark comes amid Indian Super League (ISL) being put on hold indefinitely.
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Barcelona legend Xavi applies to become India head coach, AIFF rejects due to high cost
Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez was among those who applied for the position of Indian men's football team head coach, PTI reported. However, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) rejected the Spain's World Cup-winning midfielder's application due to high cost. Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic and Khalid Jamil are among the three candidates shortlisted by the AIFFβs technical committee.
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Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez was among those who applied for the position of Indian men's football team head coach, PTI reported. However, the All India Football Federation (AIFF) rejected the Spain's World Cup-winning midfielder's application due to high cost. Stephen Constantine, Stefan Tarkovic and Khalid Jamil are among the three candidates shortlisted by the AIFFβs technical committee.
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