July 16, 2026

2026

Javed Akhtar slams Taliban’s ‘wife beating’ law: ‘I beseech the Mufties and mullas of India to condemn it unconditionally’ |

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Award-winning lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar has strongly reacted to reports that the Taliban has formalised domestic violence under certain conditions in Afghanistan’s new penal code. Calling the development disturbing, Akhtar took to X on February 21 to express his outrage.His reaction comes after reports surfaced about a sweeping 90-page criminal code allegedly signed by…

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Kuwait Freelance Visa: Kuwait’s proposed freelance visa could benefit over 1 million Indians; how it may improve job flexibility |

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As per the latest development, Kuwait is considering to introduce a regulated freelance visa, which is in line with its broader efforts to reform its labour market and curb the long-standing trade in residency permits. As per the reports by newsonair, the proposal was announced by Sheikh Fahd Al Yousef, First Deputy Prime Minister and…

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‘Lured with games, money, gifts’: In landmark order, UP couple gets death for sexually abusing 33 boys, selling their videos | Prayagraj News

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JHANSI/LUCKNOW: A Pocso court in UP’s Banda sentenced to death Friday a former govt junior engineer and his wife for sexually abusing 33 boys over a decade, some as young as three, and selling videos and pictures of their torture on the dark web to customers across 47 countries.Additional district judge PK Mishra said convicts…

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Why ‘Matar’ matters so much in Indian kitchens

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In India, green peas, or matar, are cherished as one of the true vegetables of winter. When the cold season arrives, markets overflow with bright, tender pods, and families eagerly wait to enjoy their natural sweetness. Peas are considered a winter favorite because they grow best in cooler weather and taste freshest during these months….

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‘Indian nepotism, no gaming background’: Internet slams Microsoft for hiring Asha Sharma as CEO of Xbox

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A leadership shake-up at Microsoft’s gaming arm sparked online backlash, with gamers accusing the company of “Indian nepotism” after it named AI executive Asha Sharma as the new head of Xbox.Microsoft Corp confirmed that Sharma will take over as chief executive of its gaming division, replacing Xbox boss Phil Spencer, who is retiring. Xbox President…

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Evening news wrap: PM Modi, Brazilian president set $20 billion trade target; Delhi on alert after terror intel & more | India News

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Photo credit: Agencies An intelligence alert has been issued in Delhi over a possible terror threat near the Red Fort and Chandni Chowk area. PM Narendra Modi and Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva set a $20 billion bilateral trade target over five years and signed agreements on digital partnership, rare earths, and mining…

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‘I’ve best legal team’: Indian-American lawyer Neal Katyal who argued against Trump tariffs

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Indian-American lawyer Neal Katyal The Indian-American litigator Neal Katyal, who argued before the US Supreme Court against Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, praised his team as the “best legal team in the world” after the landmark ruling struck down the measures.His reaction came after the US Supreme Court handed Trump a stinging defeat by declaring…

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Pakistan 0/0 in 0.0 Overs | Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Score, T20 World Cup 2026: PAK opt to bat first vs NZ as rain threat looms over Super 8 game

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While the cricketing rivalry adds spice, the weather in Colombo could play a decisive role. Rain is forecast before and during the match, which is scheduled to begin at 7 PM local time. Showers are expected during the first half, with temperatures hovering between 24 and 26 degrees Celsius and humidity above 80 per cent….

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