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One act of Hindu-Muslim solidarity is inspiring others in India to take a stand. But does it signal a larger shift?

IN FOCUS: From university students shielding Muslims classmates offering prayers to Hindu villagers publicly confronting a politician over apparent religious discrimination, Indian social media is celebrating a series of small rebellions against polarisation. Namita Singh reports

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‘Aaj jail, kal bail’: Tracking 30+ FIRs against Pinki Chaudhary

Just days after his arrest for distributing swords in the name of “self-defence of Hindus”, Hindu Raksha Dal president Pinki Chaudhary was out on bail. Within hours, he was back on camera, warning that his “warriors” would “straighten up” Deepak Kumar – dubbed “Mohammad Deepak” after a viral video in…

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Connecting the dots: From ‘Devbhoomi’ to Mumbai, the communal targeting media won't see

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India rallies around Hindu gym owner facing death threats for protecting Muslim shopkeeper

A moment from his video, in which he tells a crowd he is ‘Mohammad Deepak’, has become a rallying point for advocates of religious unity

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Deepak vs the mob: Tracing the names Kotdwar cops didn’t

Earlier this month, Deepak Kumar made headlines after intervening to protect an elderly Muslim shopkeeper from Hindutva vigilantes in Uttarakhand’s Kotdwar. What was less examined, however, was the police response that followed.

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Hungry Indians Queue For Israel Jobs As War In Gaza Rages

Indians queuing in long lines for jobs in Israel as the war with Hamas grinds on say the risks to their safety are preferable to hunger at home.

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Silkyara tunnel rescue | 5 workers from Bihar return home

Five workers trapped in Silkyara-Barkot tunnel for 17 days return to Bihar. Accompanied by family members, they were welcomed with marigold garlands and shawls by officials and Minister of Labour Resources Dept. Workers thanked NEC, rat miners, SDRF and NDRF for rescue.

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After 17 Days Trapped In Tunnel, India Workers Say Hope Kept Them Alive

After 17 days trapped inside a collapsed Himalayan road tunnel they were building, Indian workers described the horror of their ordeal, and the hopes and prayers that kept them strong.

International Business Times

Silkyara tunnel rescue | After swinging between hope and despair, relatives of workers breathe easy

Relatives of 41 workers trapped in Silkyara tunnel for over two weeks rejoice as they are rescued. Romen Narajari, Krishna Patelz, Chaudhary, and Rajni Tundu all express relief, vowing never to let their loved ones work in Silkyara again.

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Uttarkashi tunnel collapse | Vertical hole, new road planned to reach 41 trapped workers

Rescue teams at Uttarkashi tunnel install 3rd auger machine to pierce rubble behind which 41 workers are trapped. 4-5 day timeline projected for workers to get out.

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All about CARA, India’s adoption regulation body | Explained

India's adoption system faces delays, confusion & bureaucratic red tape. CARA, the nodal body, has expanded its powers & streamlined processes, yet adoption figures remain low. Laws & procedures must be child-centric & guided by knowing the right thing to do.

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Shelling by Pakistan triggers scare in Jammu’s Arnia

Unrest in Jammu villages near zero line after 8-hr skirmish between Indian, Pakistani troops. BSF constable injured, civilian Rajni Devi hurt. Pakistan Rangers used mortar shells for first time since 2021 ceasefire agreement. BSF retaliated, civilian houses, crops hit. BSF on high alert, families displaced, schools and panchayats opened as…

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Two cops among seven booked in investment scam in UP's Shamli

SHAMLI: Two police constables were among seven people booked for allegedly cheating a Shamli-based man of Rs 2.5 lakh by claiming to provide huge returns on the investment.

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Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw reviews safety works in Northern Railways

The Odisha train tragedy had occurred when a block section was under maintenance and automatic signalling was down.

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World Boxing Championships: Narender enters quarters; Govind and Deepak in pre-quarters

NEW DELHI: Narender Berwal posted a stellar victory to move into the quarter-finals of the Men’s World Boxing Championships while Govind Sahani and Deepak Kumar entered the pre-quarters as India dominated the proceedings in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on Thursday.

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Gang leader wanted for murder in Rajasthan's Nagaur held in Delhi

NEW DELHI: Delhi Police's Special Cell has arrested a 32-year-old man who was wanted in the killing of a murder accused outside the court complex in Rajasthan's Nagaur earlier this year, a senior officer said on Monday.

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Delhi says it has no manual scavengers. How have over 45 of them died in 5 years?

In 2013, with much fanfare, India’s Supreme Court abolished manual scavenging. It sought to “correct the historical injustice and indignity suffered by manual scavengers” – and directed states to do the same.

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Fighting a troubled past, judoka Tulika Maan repays mother’s lifelong sacrifices

NEW DELHI: Tulika Maan’s silver story is the story of the struggles of her mother, Amrita.

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‘We have been cheated’: India’s youth reject new army jobs scheme

Plan to hire soldiers on four-year contracts sparks violent protests, with thousands of young men demanding a rollback.

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Ashi-Swapnil combine strikes gold

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Anjum Moudgil bags rifle 3-position silver

Indian men’s rifle 3-position team also takes silver

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Police clerk held for taking Rs 5,000 bribe in Ranchi

RANCHI: The anti-corruption bureau (ACB) on Tuesday arrested a clerk posted in the office of the Ranchi senior superintendent of police (SSP) for allegedly taking a bribe of Rs 5,000 from a retiring policeman to take up his pension and travel allowance related to work.

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