Russian President Vladimir Putin is open to talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, yet questions Zelensky's legitimacy. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen seeks to partner with the US to secure lasting peace for Ukraine. Meanwhile, US and Russia hold discussions in Saudi Arabia without Ukrainian participation, raising concerns in Kyiv and Europe.
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Salman Khan's recent appearance in a clean-shaven look caused fans to worry about his health and age. The actor clarified that his tired appearance was due to sleep deprivation and long shooting hours for his film 'Sikandar'. He also addressed concerns about the age gap with his co-star, Rashmika Mandanna.
Mitchell Starc's 5-35 paved the way for Delhi Capitals' seven-wicket victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad, who struggled despite Aniket Verma's 74. Faf du Plessis smashed a rapid fifty to lead the chase, ensuring DC remained unbeaten in IPL 2025. For SRH, uncapped batter Aniket Verma was the lone bright spot, producing a stunning 74 off 41 balls. He forged a crucial 77-run partnership off just 40 balls with Heinrich Klaasen (32), but the rest of the batting order failed to capitalize, once again... Expand
The Supreme Court reserved its verdict on a petition by the West Bengal government against the Calcutta high court's order annulling the recruitment of over 25,000 teachers and non-teaching staff due to alleged irregularities. Discussions focused on whether the tainted candidates can be segregated from the untainted ones.
The conflict between Udhayanidhi Stalin and K Annamalai escalated. Udhayanidhi challenged Annamalai to visit Anna Salai, to which Annamalai responded. Annamalai announced a new social media campaign against Stalin. They both argued over school policies and language education in Tamil Nadu. Udhayanidhi defended government schools while challenging BJP's claims.
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BJP MP Hema Malini, yoga guru Baba Ramdev, and Swami Avdheshanand Giri Maharaj participated in the Amrit Snan at the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. They expressed their good fortune and extended prayers for those injured in a stampede-like situation during the event.
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