What is Nepal's proposed 'Romeo-Juliet' clause in rape law?
Nepal is considering a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause aimed at preventing consensual relationships between teenagers close in age from automatically being treated as rape cases. Currently, any sexual relationship involving person under 18 is automatically classified as statutory rape. The clause would create a limited exemption category for adolescents whose age difference doesn't exceed 3 years.
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Nepal is considering a 'Romeo-Juliet' clause aimed at preventing consensual relationships between teenagers close in age from automatically being treated as rape cases. Currently, any sexual relationship involving person under 18 is automatically classified as statutory rape. The clause would create a limited exemption category for adolescents whose age difference doesn't exceed 3 years.
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Tilak Varma takes 25 balls to hit 1st boundary vs KKR, most in IPL 2026
MI batter Tilak Varma took 25 balls to score his first boundary against KKR in Eden Gardens on Wednesday, the most balls taken by any batter for the first boundary in IPL 2026. Varma scored 20 runs off 32 balls, including just a six, with a strike rate of 62.50. MI have posted a target of 148 runs for KKR.
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11:31 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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MI batter Tilak Varma took 25 balls to score his first boundary against KKR in Eden Gardens on Wednesday, the most balls taken by any batter for the first boundary in IPL 2026. Varma scored 20 runs off 32 balls, including just a six, with a strike rate of 62.50. MI have posted a target of 148 runs for KKR.
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11:31 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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India, Italy upgrade ties to 'special strategic partnership'
India and Italy upgraded their ties to a special strategic partnership after talks between PM Narendra Modi and PM Giorgia Meloni. Both sides agreed to expand trade to €20 billion (around ₹2.24 lakh crore) by 2029 and strengthen defence cooperation. They also expressed concern over the West Asia situation and called for dialogue, and free navigation through Strait of Hormuz.
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11:31 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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India and Italy upgraded their ties to a special strategic partnership after talks between PM Narendra Modi and PM Giorgia Meloni. Both sides agreed to expand trade to €20 billion (around ₹2.24 lakh crore) by 2029 and strengthen defence cooperation. They also expressed concern over the West Asia situation and called for dialogue, and free navigation through Strait of Hormuz.
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Norwegian journalist's social media accounts suspended after clash with MEA
Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng, who attempted to clash with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official and ask questions to PM Narendra Modi, has claimed that Meta has suspended her Facebook and Instagram accounts. Taking to X, Lyng shared screenshots showing that both her personal accounts had been deactivated. "It's a small price to pay for press freedom," she wrote.
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News By: Girish Kumar Anshul
11:51 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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Norwegian journalist Helle Lyng, who attempted to clash with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official and ask questions to PM Narendra Modi, has claimed that Meta has suspended her Facebook and Instagram accounts. Taking to X, Lyng shared screenshots showing that both her personal accounts had been deactivated. "It's a small price to pay for press freedom," she wrote.
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Bengali actor Soham claims receiving death threats over stalled film
Bengali film actor and former TMC MLA Soham Chakraborty has claimed that producer Taru Das has threatened to kill him over a film that has been shelved since 2018, reported Sangbad Pratidin. Now, eight years later, Das reportedly hurled abuses and threatened to kill Soham if he didn't return the ₹15-lakh advance he had given the actor.
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11:50 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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Bengali film actor and former TMC MLA Soham Chakraborty has claimed that producer Taru Das has threatened to kill him over a film that has been shelved since 2018, reported Sangbad Pratidin. Now, eight years later, Das reportedly hurled abuses and threatened to kill Soham if he didn't return the ₹15-lakh advance he had given the actor.
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Former Cuban President Raul Castro charged with murder in US
Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted in US on murder and conspiracy charges. The charges are linked to an incident in 1996, in which Cuban jets shot down two small civilian planes operated by a group of Cuban exiles, killing four people. The move comes as US President Donald Trump has pushed for a regime change in Cuba.
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11:47 pm Wednesday, 20 May 2026
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Former Cuban President Raul Castro has been indicted in US on murder and conspiracy charges. The charges are linked to an incident in 1996, in which Cuban jets shot down two small civilian planes operated by a group of Cuban exiles, killing four people. The move comes as US President Donald Trump has pushed for a regime change in Cuba.
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What are some ways to stay safe from layoffs?
One of the most prominent ways of staying safe from layoffs is to regularly upskill oneself, which increases the employee's value to the company. Employees must also maintain an updated CV and LinkedIn profile to ensure they don't miss opportunities even when there are no layoffs. They must also develop secondary sources of income and build a financial safety net.
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08:00 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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One of the most prominent ways of staying safe from layoffs is to regularly upskill oneself, which increases the employee's value to the company. Employees must also maintain an updated CV and LinkedIn profile to ensure they don't miss opportunities even when there are no layoffs. They must also develop secondary sources of income and build a financial safety net.
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Kim Kardashian opens up about pill fatigue from supplements
Kim Kardashian revealed she takes around 35 supplements daily and experiences "pill fatigue", sparking discussions about supplement overload and preventive healthcare. The reality star also shared her use of DEXA scans and full-body MRI screenings to monitor her health, highlighting growing interest in wellness tracking, bone density testing, and proactive healthcare.
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08:21 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Kim Kardashian revealed she takes around 35 supplements daily and experiences "pill fatigue", sparking discussions about supplement overload and preventive healthcare. The reality star also shared her use of DEXA scans and full-body MRI screenings to monitor her health, highlighting growing interest in wellness tracking, bone density testing, and proactive healthcare.
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India may soon switch to 30% ethanol-blended petrol as govt notifies norms
The Bureau of Indian Standards has notified norms for 22%, 25%, 27% and 30% ethanol-blended petrol, which could signal a potential shift to E30 petrol. The norms specify characteristics of the higher ethanol-blended petrol, like octane levels, sulphur limits, water content and vapour pressure. India is currently in the process of adopting E20 petrol, or fuel blended with 20% ethanol.
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08:42 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The Bureau of Indian Standards has notified norms for 22%, 25%, 27% and 30% ethanol-blended petrol, which could signal a potential shift to E30 petrol. The norms specify characteristics of the higher ethanol-blended petrol, like octane levels, sulphur limits, water content and vapour pressure. India is currently in the process of adopting E20 petrol, or fuel blended with 20% ethanol.
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PM Modi to chair key meeting today, all ministers asked to stay in Delhi
PM Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of Council of Ministers at Seva Teerth on Thursday evening in Delhi, with all Union ministers asked to remain in the national capital. The meeting will take place soon after PM Modi returns from his five-nation tour. This will be the first meeting of the Council of Ministers this year.
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08:40 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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PM Narendra Modi will chair a meeting of Council of Ministers at Seva Teerth on Thursday evening in Delhi, with all Union ministers asked to remain in the national capital. The meeting will take place soon after PM Modi returns from his five-nation tour. This will be the first meeting of the Council of Ministers this year.
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Pahalgam terror attack was fully controlled and planned from Pakistan: NIA chargesheet
The Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists was fully controlled and planned from Pakistan, the NIA chargesheet stated. According to the probe agency, Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Saifullah alias Sajid Jatt operated from Lahore, guiding attackers in real time with coordinates and location data. He had also sent three terrorists earlier to conduct a recce of Baisaran valley and nearby areas.
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08:37 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 tourists was fully controlled and planned from Pakistan, the NIA chargesheet stated. According to the probe agency, Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Saifullah alias Sajid Jatt operated from Lahore, guiding attackers in real time with coordinates and location data. He had also sent three terrorists earlier to conduct a recce of Baisaran valley and nearby areas.
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Who are the highest-paid cricketers in IPL history?
Ex-RCB captain Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in the 18-year history of IPL, grossing ₹230 crore from his association with RCB, according to a new report released by Hurun and Fanatic Sports. He is followed by former MI captain Rohit Sharma (₹227.2 crore), former CSK captain MS Dhoni (₹200.3 crore) and RR all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja (₹157 crore).
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08:33 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Ex-RCB captain Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest earner in the 18-year history of IPL, grossing ₹230 crore from his association with RCB, according to a new report released by Hurun and Fanatic Sports. He is followed by former MI captain Rohit Sharma (₹227.2 crore), former CSK captain MS Dhoni (₹200.3 crore) and RR all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja (₹157 crore).
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PM Modi & Meloni plant 'Krishna Toot' tree under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative
PM Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni planted a Krishna Toot (Black Mulberry) tree as part of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative in Rome. "The tree connects India and Italy through its culinary, medicinal and cultural significance," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. PM Modi concluded his five-nation tour with Italy being the last stop.
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08:32 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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PM Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni planted a Krishna Toot (Black Mulberry) tree as part of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative in Rome. "The tree connects India and Italy through its culinary, medicinal and cultural significance," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said. PM Modi concluded his five-nation tour with Italy being the last stop.
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SpaceX planning to buy startup Cursor for $60 bn 30 days after IPO
SpaceX expects to complete its $60 billion acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor around 30 days after it starts public trading, the Elon Musk-owned company said in its IPO filing. The listing could begin next month under the 'SPCX' ticker. If the Cursor deal collapses, SpaceX would pay a $10 billion cash breakup fee tied to the companies' joint projects.
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News By: Vaishnavi Mishra
08:59 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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SpaceX expects to complete its $60 billion acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor around 30 days after it starts public trading, the Elon Musk-owned company said in its IPO filing. The listing could begin next month under the 'SPCX' ticker. If the Cursor deal collapses, SpaceX would pay a $10 billion cash breakup fee tied to the companies' joint projects.
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Delhi hospitals see rise in heat-related illnesses amid heatwave
Delhi hospitals have begun witnessing a rise in heat-related illnesses as the national capital experiences soaring temperatures amid a heatwave. Doctors at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital said cases linked to heat exposure have increased, with patients reporting dehydration, headaches, cramps, and rashes. RML Hospital doctors also confirmed treating a patient showing symptoms of heat exhaustion.
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08:50 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Delhi hospitals have begun witnessing a rise in heat-related illnesses as the national capital experiences soaring temperatures amid a heatwave. Doctors at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital said cases linked to heat exposure have increased, with patients reporting dehydration, headaches, cramps, and rashes. RML Hospital doctors also confirmed treating a patient showing symptoms of heat exhaustion.
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08:50 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Three-day taxi, auto strike in Delhi-NCR begins today
Commercial vehicle drivers in Delhi-NCR are on a three-day strike starting today over demands of an immediate hike in auto and taxi fares amid rising fuel prices and alleged economic exploitation by app-based cab aggregators. The move will bring cabs, auto-rickshaws and several transport services to a halt. More than 68 transport unions have extended support to "chakka jam" protest.
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08:49 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Commercial vehicle drivers in Delhi-NCR are on a three-day strike starting today over demands of an immediate hike in auto and taxi fares amid rising fuel prices and alleged economic exploitation by app-based cab aggregators. The move will bring cabs, auto-rickshaws and several transport services to a halt. More than 68 transport unions have extended support to "chakka jam" protest.
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Ranveer Singh pens heartfelt note after Arsenal secures PL title
Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh shared an emotional Instagram story after Arsenal F.C. ended their 22-year Premier League title drought under Mikel Arteta. Reflecting on his fandom since 2001, inspired by Arsene Wenger and the "Invincibles," Ranveer described Arsenal as his chosen family and praised the club's triumphant comeback after years of struggle, ridicule, and disappointment.
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09:06 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh shared an emotional Instagram story after Arsenal F.C. ended their 22-year Premier League title drought under Mikel Arteta. Reflecting on his fandom since 2001, inspired by Arsene Wenger and the "Invincibles," Ranveer described Arsenal as his chosen family and praised the club's triumphant comeback after years of struggle, ridicule, and disappointment.
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Gunshots fired at Cricket Canada President Arvinder Khosa's home
Cricket Canada President Arvinder Khosa's home in Surrey, British Columbia, was targeted in a shooting. At least five bullet holes were visible on the door, windows and exterior of the house. The shooting is believed to be extortion related, police said. Recently, a report revealed that Khosa was connected to local players who claimed to be part of Bishnoi gang.
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09:06 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Cricket Canada President Arvinder Khosa's home in Surrey, British Columbia, was targeted in a shooting. At least five bullet holes were visible on the door, windows and exterior of the house. The shooting is believed to be extortion related, police said. Recently, a report revealed that Khosa was connected to local players who claimed to be part of Bishnoi gang.
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One Nation One Election could save India nearly ₹7 Lakh Crore: JPC
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) said simultaneous Lok Sabha, state assembly and local body polls can save nearly ₹7 lakh crore. It said ONOE can improve governance and increase India’s GDP growth by up to 1.6%. JPC chairperson PP Chaudhary said the committee proposes all polls be held within 100 days.
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09:04 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) said simultaneous Lok Sabha, state assembly and local body polls can save nearly ₹7 lakh crore. It said ONOE can improve governance and increase India’s GDP growth by up to 1.6%. JPC chairperson PP Chaudhary said the committee proposes all polls be held within 100 days.
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Ozempic's generic version approved in Canada after its maker doesn't pay C$250 fee
Canada has become the world's second country to approve a generic version of Novo Nordisk's Ozempic weight-loss drug after the company failed to pay a C$250 (over ₹17,500) government fee. Novo was supposed to pay the fee to renew Ozempic's patent. However, according to industry leaders, Novo intentionally let the patent expire so its supplementary price cap would expire too.
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09:02 am Thursday, 21 May 2026
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Canada has become the world's second country to approve a generic version of Novo Nordisk's Ozempic weight-loss drug after the company failed to pay a C$250 (over ₹17,500) government fee. Novo was supposed to pay the fee to renew Ozempic's patent. However, according to industry leaders, Novo intentionally let the patent expire so its supplementary price cap would expire too.
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