External affairs minister S Jaishankar countered US Senator Elissa Slotkin's claim that democracy doesn't address hunger, asserting that India's democratic society provides nutrition support to 800 million people. He stressed that the effectiveness of democracy varies globally and emphasized the need for honest discussions on its challenges.
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Nagpur Municipal Corporation, backed by heavy police presence, demolished the illegal double-storied house of riot mastermind Fahim Khan. The action, which took place in Sanjay Bagh Colony, followed numerous resident complaints and a missed 24-hour ultimatum for voluntary demolition by Khan’s family.
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Bill Belichick, known for his no-nonsense approach to football, surprises fans by showing a softer side in his relationship with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson. The legendary coach gifts Hudson a romantic bouquet of roses, revealing a more affectionate aspect of his personality. Belichick's professional life remains intense as he embarks on new endeavors.
Around 337 tonnes of toxic waste from the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy will be transported to Pithampur for incineration. A dozen GPS-enabled trucks will handle the move, which is set to start on Saturday night or early Sunday. Trial incineration of 35.6 MT will take place to determine the optimal burn rate.
Donald Trump admitted to mispronouncing Qatar as 'Cut-R' and reflected on his history of linguistic gaffes involving foreign countries. His comments came ahead of outlining his controversial trade policies, which include imposing reciprocal tariffs to address what he views as unfair international trade practices.
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Bengaluru police have filed an FIR against IAF Wing Commander Shiladitya Bose for attempted murder following a road-rage incident that escalated into a language controversy. CM Siddaramaiah condemned Bose's remarks about Karnataka and Kannadigas, while the biker involved, Vikas Kumar, was initially arrested but later released on bail, claiming false accusations and filing a counter-complaint against Bose.