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						Two explosions rocked a counter-terrorism office in northwest Pakistan on Monday, killing at least eight people, police said.
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							Provincial police chief Akhtar Hayat said it was not clear yet what caused the explosions in northwestern Swat valley. He said there was an old ammunition store in the office, and the police were probing whether it caused the explosions or it was a militant attack.</div>
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						Delhi reports 689 new cases, 1253 recoveries and three deaths in the last 24 hours.<br />
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						The state of Tamil Nadu has put on hold a Bill that was passed last week to allow a 12-hour workday at factories in the state, following discussions with representatives from several labour unions, a statement from the government said on Monday.</div>
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					Pakistani-Canadian journalist Tarek Fatah passes away at 73 after a prolonged illness. &quot;Lion of Punjab. Son of Hindustan. Lover of Canada. Speaker of truth. Fighter for justice. Voice of the down-trodden, underdogs, and the oppressed. @TarekFatah has passed the baton on&hellip; his revolution will continue with all who knew and loved him,&quot; his daughter Natasha Fatah announced on Twitter. The Canada-based writer was known for his progressive views on Islam and terror.</div>
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				EAM S Jaishankar tweeted on the evacuation process of Indians in Sudan and said, the Operation Kaveri is underway to bring back our citizens stranded in Sudan. &quot;About 500 Indians have reached Port Sudan while more are on their way. Our ships and aircraft are set to bring them back home. We are committed to assisting all our brethren in Sudan.,&quot; he tweeted.<br />
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				Supreme Court grants liberty to businessman Vijay Nair to move HC for early listing of bail plea in&nbsp;Money laundering case.</div>
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			PM Narendra Modi participates in the celebrations of National Panchayati Raj Day, attends exhibition along with CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan in Madhya Pradesh&#39;s Rewa.</div>
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		Earthquake of magnitude 3.5 occurred at West Khasi Hills in Meghalaya at 07:47 hours today, the National Center for Seismology informed in a tweet today.&nbsp;</div>
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	An earthquake of magnitude 7.2 occurred at 06:11 am on Sunday near Kermadec Islands, New Zealand, according to reports from National Center for Seismology.&nbsp;</div>
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	Authorities are assessing Tsunami threat to the country. No casualties have been reported so far.<br />
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LIVE news: 8 killed after explosions hit police station in Pakistan

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Supreme Court to hear plea seeking independent probe into killings of Atiq Ahmad, his brother on Apr 28

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	The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to hear on April 28 a plea seeking an independent probe into the killing of gangster-turned-politician Atiq Ahmad and his brother Ashraf in Uttar Pradesh&#39;s Prayagraj.</div>
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	Atiq Ahmad (60) and Ashraf were shot dead at point-blank range by three men posing as journalists in the middle of a media interaction on April 15 night while police personnel were escorting them to a medical college in Prayagraj for a checkup, the <em>PTI </em>reported.&nbsp;</div>

Contempt proceedings against Lalit Modi closed after he tenders unconditional apology

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	The Supreme Court on Monday closed contempt proceedings against ex-IPL commissioner Lalit Modi after he tendered an unconditional apology for his remarks against the judiciary in social media posts. A bench of Justices MR Shah and CT Ravikumar took note of an affidavit filed by Modi in which he stated that in future he will not do anything which is inconsistent with the &quot;majesty or dignity of Courts or Indian judiciary&quot; in any manner, the <em>PTI </em>reported.</div>

Requested Centre to decide on another suitable habitat for Cheetahs: Principal Chief Conservator of Forests

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	I have requested them (Central govt) to decide on another suitable habitat for Cheetahs...it is risky to keep all Cheetahs in one place &quot;: JS Chauhan, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests.</div>
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		<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a>| Bhopal, MP: &quot;No, I have no doubt, Cheetahs will survive, there is no issue. The Cheetah that died earlier was sick before it was relocated here, it had kidney problem. But we want to know the cause behind the death of this 2nd Cheetah....&quot;: JS Chauhan, Principal Chief&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/NVxIFMiQpe">pic.twitter.com/NVxIFMiQpe</a></p>
	&mdash; ANI MP/CG/Rajasthan (@ANI_MP_CG_RJ) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI_MP_CG_RJ/status/1650374794968453121?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Income Tax department raids more than 50 G-Square premises in Tamil Nadu

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	The Income Tax department is conducting raids at more than 50 places on the premises of G-Square relations, a real estate company allegedly closely related to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and his family members.</p>
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	Income Tax sleuths are conducting raids and searches in the premises of Stalin&#39;s son-in-law Sabareesan&#39;s auditors residence also.</p>

PM Modi addresses Chintan Shivir of Sports Ministers in Manipur

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		<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Last year, athletes of India, performed amazingly in so many international sports events. Along with celebrating their win, we also must think about how we can help them more&hellip;.: Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Chintan Shivir of Sports Ministers in Manipur <a href="https://t.co/yATZmhXqzK">pic.twitter.com/yATZmhXqzK</a></p>
	&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1650364922742837254?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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BJP, Congress, AAP or any other party welcome to join WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh, says Bajrang Punia

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	This time, all parties are welcome to join our protest whether it is BJP, Congress, AAP or any other party...we&#39;re not affiliated with any party, says Bajrang Punia, Olympic medalist on wrestlers&#39; protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh.</div>
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		<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: &quot;This time, all parties are welcome to join our protest whether it is BJP, Congress, AAP or any other party.....we&#39;re not affiliated with any party...&quot;: Bajrang Punia, Olympic medalist on wrestlers&#39; protest against WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh <a href="https://t.co/g2i8T0TaAS">pic.twitter.com/g2i8T0TaAS</a></p>
	&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1650339345398910976?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Will terminate Black Sea grain deal if G7 bans export, warns Russia

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	Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev said that if the G7 moved to ban exports to Russia, it would respond by terminating the Black Sea grain deal that enables vital exports of food from Ukraine. Russia has strongly signalled that it will not allow the deal to continue beyond May 18.</div>

Jaishankar interacts with Indian community in Guyana on his 3-day visit

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	Delighted to interact with the Indian community today evening in Guyana. Thank Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo and Speaker Manzoor Nadir for joining us.&nbsp;</div>
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	Conveyed that we are forging a partnership that is fit for purpose for the contemporary era.</div>
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		Delighted to interact with the Indian community today evening in Guyana. Thank Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo and Speaker Manzoor Nadir for joining us.<br />
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		Conveyed that we are forging a partnership that is fit for purpose for the contemporary era. <a href="https://t.co/VEBwqRmL39">pic.twitter.com/VEBwqRmL39</a></p>
	&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1650314710795841542?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Jaishankar meets President of Guyana Irfaan Ali at ferry MV MA Lisha commissioning

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	Joined President of Guyana Irfaan Ali at the Commissioning of the ferry MV MA Lisha today.</div>
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	This ferry would significantly enhance connectivity within Guyana. It will provide mobility and economic opportunities for distant hinterlands.</div>
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		Joined President of Guyana Irfaan Ali at the Commissioning of the ferry MV MA Lisha today.<br />
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		This ferry would significantly enhance connectivity within Guyana. It will provide mobility and economic opportunities for distant hinterlands. <a href="https://t.co/4eQPJphypE">pic.twitter.com/4eQPJphypE</a></p>
	&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1650308071820779521?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Two women caught entering Indian border illegally with Bangladeshi currency

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	BSF nabbed two Indian women with Bangladeshi currency valued at 90,000 Taka on the International border while entering Indian territory illegally. Accused handed over to PS &ndash;Danger, East Khasi Hills for further Investigation: BSF Shillong</div>
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Sachin Tendulkar turns 50; fan make 50-feet long portrait

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		<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Maharashtra: A fan of Sachin Tendulkar made his 50-feet long portrait, in Mumbai, on the occasion of his 50th birthday. <a href="https://t.co/YwcaY8wWEo">pic.twitter.com/YwcaY8wWEo</a></p>
	&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1650508428932964354?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 24, 2023</a></blockquote>
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Previous govts did scams in every sector, says PM

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	&quot;Previous govts did scams in every sector whereas BJP Govt is creating new opportunities for the youth in every sector. BJP Govt ran Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan &amp; gave new opportunities to the youth. With the mantra of &#39;vocal for local&#39;, BJP Govt promoted local products. BJP Govt opened space sector, defence sector &amp; created new opportunities for the youth. Through PLI scheme, BJP Govt increased manufacturing in the country. Through its policies, BJP Govt increased exports...,&quot; says PM Modi at Yuvam Conclave in Kochi, Kerala</div>
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Uddhav Thackeray faction demands culpable homicide case over Kharghar deaths

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	A delegation from the Uddhav Thackeray faction met Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais at the Raj Bhavan today. The delegation demanded filing of a case of culpable homicide against those responsible for the Kharghar incident wherein 14 people died due to heatstroke.</div>
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The 100th episode of Mann Ki Baat on 30th April

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	Data collection was done in multiple languages - Hindi as well as other regional languages. Nearly 96% of people are aware of Mann Ki Baat. We have included respondents who are about 15 years of age...96% of people are aware of Mann Ki Baat. At least 100 crore people have listened to it at least once. 23 crore people listen/view the programme regularly: Dheeraj Sharma, Director, IIM Rohtak.</div>
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PM Modi to inaugurate fully digitalized medical college in Silvassa, Kerala

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	Earlier the students were struggling to get admission to medical colleges here. But now a medical will be inaugurated here. A nursing college will be also constructed soon. The medical college which will be inaugurated by PM has been constructed at an expense of Rs 250 cr. The college will be fully digitalized: Charmie Parekh, Deputy Collector &amp; SDM-Silvassa ahead of PM Modi&#39;s visit</div>
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Circus pioneer Gemini Sankaran dies at 99

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	Gemini Sankaran, the founder of Gemini Circus and a pioneer of Indian circus, has died, family sources said on Monday. He was 99. Sankaran was admitted to a private hospital near here for the past few days due to age-related ailments and died on Sunday night. Condoling the demise, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan hailed Sankaran for playing a major role in popularising Indian circus worldwide. &quot;He played a major role in modernising the Indian circus and included foreign performers and their tricks,&quot; Vijayan said.</div>

competition regulator to decide on complaint against Google's user choice billing system by April 26

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	India court asks competition regulator to decide on complaint against Google&#39;s user choice billing system on or before April 26.</div>
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School jobs scam: Judge has no business to give interview about pending cases, says SC

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	A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandachud and Justice P S Narasimha took strong note of the purported interview given by Justice Gangopadhyay to a news channel allegedly about the case, and said A judge has no business to give an interview about pending cases, the <em>PTI </em>reported.&nbsp;</div>

MPs, MLAs with more than 2 children should be ineligible to contest polls: Ajit Pawar

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		Senior Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar has said that people who go on to have more than two children should not be given any concessions, and even legislators in such cases should be made ineligible to contest elections. India has surpassed China in terms of population growth, Pawar said while speaking at an event in Baramati on Sunday, the <em>PTI </em>reported.&nbsp;</div>
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Rajasthan CM launches ‘Mehangai Rahat' camp to provide relief from inflation, unemployment

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	Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot launches &lsquo;Mehangai Rahat&#39; camp to provide relief to people from inflation and unemployment.&nbsp;</div>
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Vinesh Phogat, 7 other wrestlers move SC seeking FIR against Brij Bhushan Singh

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	Vinesh Phogat and seven other wrestlers move Supreme Court seeking registration of FIR against Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, Brij Bhushan Singh.</div>

SC says day-to-day trial may not be possible in Lakhimpur Kheri violence case

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	The Supreme Court on Monday said it may not be possible to direct the trial court to conduct day-to-day hearing in the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. Union minister Ajay Kumar Mishra&#39;s son Ashish facing prosecution, as it may affect other cases pending there.</div>
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SC grants bail to comedian Munawar Faruqui, transfers all FIRs against him to Indore

The Supreme Court on Monday granted bail to comedian Munawar Faruqui in a case registered against him by the Madhya Pradesh Police for allegedly hurting religious sentiments.&nbsp;

40 detained for questioning in operation to track down terrorists involved in Poonch attack

More than 40 persons have been detained for questioning as part of a massive operation currently underway to track down the terrorists involved in the Poonch terror attack, officials said on Monday