A 12-day search for 20-year-old Sudhiksha Konanki in the Dominican Republic ended tragically as her parents requested authorities to declare her dead. The search efforts involved land, water, and air operations. Emotional and physical tolls on Sudhiksha's younger siblings and the family led to this heartbreaking decision.
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Shahzadi Khan, 33, from UP, was executed in Abu Dhabi after being convicted of murdering a child she was caring for. She had traveled for plastic surgery but ended up as a domestic worker. Her family claims she was deceived and demand an investigation. They seek a dignified burial and justice for Shahzadi.
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Shubman Gill has been named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for February 2025 after impressive ODI performances, amassing 406 runs in five matches. His stellar displays, including a century against England and a crucial knock in the Champions Trophy, have solidified his position as the world’s top ODI batter.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi initially criticized the Centre for excluding smaller parties from the all-party meeting on the Pahalgam terror attack. He highlighted that every party with parliamentary representation deserves a voice on this national issue. Subsequently, Owaisi received an invitation following his remarks and confirmed his attendance.
In a press conference, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav said there might be a Shivling at the Uttar Pradesh chief minister's residence, amid ongoing excavation in Sambhal district. This remark came on the ninth day of excavation aimed at discovering an ancient stepwell. Efforts are being made to clear encroachments and carefully conduct the excavation under the Archaeological Survey of India's guidance.
Foreign institutional investors (FIIs) sold Rs 1.1 lakh crore in Indian equities in 2025, causing a 4% decline in Nifty year-to-date. High valuations and weak corporate earnings led to profit booking, with China's market gains drawing FIIs away from Indian stocks.
A Madhya Pradesh businessman and his wife died by suicide, alleging harassment by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) during a recent search. Parmar, accused in several cases including loan fraud and rape, claimed victimization due to his Congress association. The ED denied the allegations, stating Parmar was a "habitual offender" and had failed to appear for questioning after confirming his presence.
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Parliamentary proceedings remain stalled as Congress demands action against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey for linking the Gandhis to George Soros. Congress Deputy Leader Gaurav Gogoi urged Speaker Om Birla to expunge Dubey's "defamatory remarks," promising Congress's participation in legislative business thereafter. BJP doubled down on the allegations, citing connections between Soros and Nehru's family.