A Kalaripayattu trainer allegedly rammed his car into a food delivery agent's scooter after a minor road brush, resulting in the agent's death. The couple, arrested for murder, confessed to the deliberate act after being identified through CCTV footage. They were sent to 14-day judicial custody.
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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi surprised locals in Begusarai by joining fishermen for a dip and fish catch in a village pond after an election rally. He then visited a local family's home, bathing at a handpump and taking a selfie before departing.
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A Russian crude oil tanker bound for India has altered its course and is now stationary in the Baltic Sea. This could indicate possible complications in crude oil trade between the two nations following stricter US sanctions against Russia.
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