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'Till death did them apart': 15-year-old emotional bond between man and his pet dog ends with a final goodbye after companion dies hours after master’s death

A loyal Pomeranian named Duggu passed away just hours after his devoted owner Pradeep Jain. Duggu waited for his owner's return and refused to leave his master's body. The elderly dog followed the funeral procession for a short distance before collapsing. The family arranged a separate bier for Duggu and…

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Meet Apurva Shrivastava: How this MIT graduate turned missed calls into billion-dollar AI business worth over Rs 8,300 crore

Apurva Shrivastava's childhood experiences inspired him to co-found the AI startup Avoca, which answers customer calls for home service businesses. Its AI voice agents can book appointments, manage schedules and follow up on pending quotations. The startup is now valued at $1 billion, with its success rooted in solving a…

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Digi Yatra fails for twins: Ahmedabad brothers seek government fix after repeated airport glitches

Identical twins face repeated Digi Yatra authentication failures, causing travel disruptions. The facial recognition system struggles to distinguish between them, leading to manual checks. One family has appealed to the Ministry of Civil Aviation for a solution. Airport sources indicate the issue requires ministerial intervention for resolution. Other twin families…

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Noida Airport turns one month old, is it still flying half-empty?

Noida International Airport completes one month with mixed operational results. Flight counts have nearly tripled, and passenger footfall is climbing steadily. However, airlines are retreating from unprofitable routes due to connectivity issues. Connectivity improvements are planned, and the airport faces competition from a less saturated IGIA. The airport's initial struggles…

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Quote of the day by Stoic philosopher Epictetus: "Any person capable of angering you becomes your master; he can anger you only when…" - why losing control of your emotions can hand power to someone else

Stoic philosopher Epictetus taught that anger is a choice, not an automatic reaction. He believed individuals control their responses to external provocations. This ancient wisdom remains relevant in today's digital age. Modern life offers many opportunities for emotional entanglement with others. Recognizing this power dynamic helps maintain personal control over…

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Delhi University may shift FYUP 4th year to select colleges

Delhi University may offer the fourth year of its undergraduate program through select colleges. This proposal addresses low student enrollment and financial viability concerns for all institutions. Selected colleges will host combined classes for students from multiple institutions. The university is reviewing admission data before making a final decision on…

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Government says social media platforms must follow SOPs on child abuse material

Social media platforms must follow child abuse material reporting standards. Timely reporting and law enforcement coordination are key responsibilities. The government is examining Meta's response to Instagram ad concerns. Officials stated platform compliance with detection and reporting obligations is crucial. Future actions will be decided after assessing Meta's reply.

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Egyptian Pyramids to get a makeover: Country's richest family is planning a $41 million revamp of one of the seven wonders of the world

Naguib Sawiris is investing an additional 500 million Egyptian pounds for Giza Plateau redevelopment. This funding will introduce electric buses and a new sports arena. The project aims to transform the historic site into a year-round tourism destination. Orascom Pyramids Entertainment expects to break even by 2027. Egypt targets twenty…

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Indian techie loses H-1B visa lawsuit; remains away from family for 18 months

An Indian software engineer lost his US visa lawsuit after 18 months. Navdeep Sharma's legal challenge against government officials was dismissed by a US court. The court found the visa processing delay was not legally unreasonable. Sharma could not sue most named government departments and officials. He remains separated from…

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Bengaluru Flipkart delivery agent arrested after entering woman's flat: Man says he urgently needed to use the washroom; woman alleges he flashed her after entering without permission

Bengaluru Flipkart delivery agent arrested: A 22-year-old Flipkart delivery agent has been arrested in Bengaluru after a woman alleged he forced his way into her apartment on the pretext of using the washroom and then exposed himself. The woman shared a video on social media before filing a formal complaint.…

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Bengaluru warns BMTC conductors against asking passengers to get off over change: Transport minister faced the same during a surprise ride; UPI to be offered

Bengaluru has directed BMTC conductors not to ask passengers to get off buses over a lack of change after Karnataka Transport Minister Byrathi Suresh faced the same situation during a surprise inspection. Conductors have been instructed to offer UPI payments as an alternative, while repeat offenders may undergo soft skills…

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The Rs 200 meal is the new battleground for Swiggy, Zomato and other food delivery companies

Food delivery companies are adapting strategies to attract everyday officegoers. Swiggy and Zomato offer value meals and targeted discounts to customers. Ownly and Rebel Foods explore different pricing and occasion-based models. These platforms aim to make ordering food a regular habit. Affordability and varied offerings are key to future growth.

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India mulls security certification for IoT devices

The government is considering extending its cybersecurity rules beyond internet-enabled CCTV cameras to a wider range of IoT devices, including smart meters, amid concerns over vulnerabilities in imported products, particularly from China.

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India's monsoon slips back into dry phase, pushing rainfall deficit up to 18%

India's monsoon has weakened, increasing the rainfall deficit to eighteen percent. This dry spell threatens kharif sowing momentum, impacting agricultural output. Many states face significant rainfall shortages, particularly in eastern regions. The weak monsoon coincides with a strong El Nino year phenomenon. Subdued rainfall is forecast for northwest, west-central, and…

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How a missing veena helped solve a 900-year-old mystery

A 12th-century sculpture, long misidentified as Saraswati, is now recognized as goddess Gayatri. Advanced digital documentation revealed iconographic details previously unnoticed for centuries. The red sandstone idol, found in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, depicts Gayatri with specific attributes. Its rediscovery restores a forgotten aspect of India's artistic and religious heritage. This…

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MacKenzie Scott donated over $26 billion since 2019. Here's how she's remains among world's richest women

MacKenzie Scott recently donated twenty million dollars to Active Minds for youth mental health. This significant contribution adds to her over twenty-six billion dollars given since 2019. Her wealth remains substantial due to her Amazon holdings which continue to increase in value. Scott distributes funds through Yield Giving, offering unrestricted…

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Scientists copy honeybees' technique! How nature's engineering secret helped create solar panels that are nearly 50% lighter than conventional designs

Researchers developed lightweight solar panels inspired by nature's honeycomb structure. These new modules are significantly lighter than conventional panels, which aids installation. The honeycomb design maintains mechanical strength and passes international durability tests successfully. This innovation could expand solar adoption across various buildings and applications. Biomimicry continues to drive advancements…

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Arshad Warsi sells Lonkhandwala property at three times profit: Jolly LLB star bought shop at Rs 2 crore in 2012 and sold at Rs 6 crore

Arshad Warsi Lokhandwala property profit: Actor Arshad Warsi has sold a Mumbai commercial shop for Rs 6.25 crore. This sale price is nearly three times the amount he paid in 2012. The property is located in Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai. Registration documents confirm the sale deed was registered on…

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Lindsey Graham, war-hawk who went from 'never Trump' to forever Trump, dies unexpectedly

Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly at age seventy-one. His unexpected passing stunned the Republican Party and altered election dynamics. Graham was a prominent foreign policy hawk and a supporter of military interventions. He also underwent a significant political transformation regarding Donald Trump. His death creates complications for Republicans and opens…

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Indian Army plans to induct 450 Carl Gustaf M4 rocket launchers. Here's what they can do

The Indian Army will induct 450 Carl Gustaf M4 rocket launchers soon. This lighter weapon enhances infantry firepower and operational effectiveness in mountainous regions. The launcher operates effectively in extreme temperatures from deserts to the Himalayas. It fires various ammunition types, including anti-tank and smoke rounds. Saab manufactures the Carl…

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Trump threatens Iran with '1000 missiles' as both sides shoot their mouth in Gulf spat

President Trump threatened Iran with massive missile strikes if assassination plots are pursued. This warning dramatically escalated tensions between the two nations. Disagreements over a maritime deal's interpretation fueled renewed military exchanges. Iran vowed revenge for past actions and perceived US treaty violations. Ambiguity and mistrust now threaten another fragile…

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Where retirement goes to die: Inside America’s geriatric government

The TOI correspondent from Washington: Mystery surrounds the health condition of powerful US Senator Mitch McConnell, whose prolonged absence from the Senate after a hospitalization has once again revived an old Washington joke: the United States Senate is less a legislative chamber than an elite retirement community that can still…

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Bengaluru restaurant staff hit man on the head with a rod after food complaint: Customer wrongly served non-veg taco instead of his veg order; man lost consciousness

A Bengaluru man who returned a wrongly delivered non-vegetarian food order to a Domino's outlet and went in to complain has alleged that a staff member struck him on the head with an iron rod, knocking him unconscious. He was hospitalised following the incident. Whitefield police have registered a case…

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TV actor Rohit Chandel arrested under POCSO: What are the allegations against the Pandya Store star?

Television actor Rohit Chandel was arrested by Mumbai Police on Friday. He faces allegations of stalking and assaulting a 16-year-old girl. The actor was booked under the POCSO Act and Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police stated that the accused and the minor knew each other. Further investigation into the case is…

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BJP replaces Bihar's Bankipur bypoll candidate: What forced the saffron party to change its nominee hours after filing nomination?

The Bharatiya Janata Party changed its Bankipur bypoll candidate after Abhishek Kumar Sinha withdrew. Neeraj Kumar Sinha was named the new nominee by the party's central election committee. Opposition parties alleged the BJP feared public anger and was concerned about its election prospects. Prashant Kishor stated the move admitted the…

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