Bye Churchill, Hi Badger

Not just currency notes, public spaces at large need more homage to wildlife, less to man   It’s bad times for Churchill. Even as people everywhere are grumbling about the Iran war, they are remembering he plotted the 1953 coup d’état, the ‘original sin’, which poisoned the country’s relationship with the West. And in his homeland,…

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Afghanistan hits Pakistan’s Kohat military fort in retaliatory drone strikes

Afghanistan on Friday strongly responded to Pakistani strikes that hit the country’s two largest cities, the capital Kabul and Kandahar, killing six people. The escalation comes amid renewed tensions between the two Islamic neighbours, in what Islamabad had weeks ago described as an “open war”.The Taliban-ruled Afghan authorities reportedly targeted strategic military centres and installations…

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‘India vital partner to keep oil prices stable’: US envoy Sergio Gor praises New Delhi amid tensions at Strait of Hormuz

NEW DELHI: US envoy to India Sergio Gor on Friday expressed concern over rising tensions at the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that India is “vital partner” for the United States in helping keep global oil prices stable as the Middle East conflict intensifies.Speaking at the India Today Conclave, Gor said, “Today we’re in a situation…

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LPG crisis in India: How states are tackling supply disruptions from Iran war and Hormuz crisis | India News

LPG gas shortage: Long lines continue outside LPG refilling stations and booking centres as fears of a shortage grow amid the ongoing Middle East conflict between the United States-Israel and Iran.As a retaliatory measure for the February 28 US‑Israel strikes that sparked the conflict, Iran has blocked the strategic Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns over…

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‘Partial conduct, proved misbehaviour’: Oppn moves to impeach CEC Gyanesh Kumar; 193 MPs sign notice | India News

CEC Gyanesh Kumar (File photo) NEW DELHI: The opposition on Friday submitted notices in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha seeking the removal of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar, alleging “partial conduct” in favour of a particular political party and citing six other charges.According to sources, the charges also relate to his handling…

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Priyadarshan on how Akshay Kumar’s ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is a ‘fantasy,’ not a sequel to Kartik Aaryan’s ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’ |

Director Priyadarshan is clarifying that his upcoming film ‘Bhooth Bangla,’ starring Akshay Kumar, is not a remake or sequel to his 2007 hit ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa.’ He stressed that despite sharing Akshay Kumar and a mix of horror and humor, ‘Bhooth Bangla’ is a fantasy film, unlike the psychological thriller ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’. Read the full article…

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US-Iran war: How Indian industry is being impacted by LPG issues, rising oil prices, Strait of Hormuz closure – explained in 10 points

India’s manufacturing sector is on high alert as the war involving Iran threatens to disrupt key maritime routes used for global trade. (AI image) US-Iran war impact: The ripple effects of the ongoing Middle East tensions, LPG supply issues, rising oil prices and closure of Strait of Hormuz are being felt across industries in India….

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Hundred Auction 2026: Top buy James Coles’ Rs 4.8 crore price tag won’t even make IPL Auction 2026 top 10 | Cricket News

James Coles (Getty Images) The Hundred Auction 2026 delivered plenty of surprises as franchises spent heavily to secure top talent for the upcoming season. While some big names went unsold, several players attracted massive bids, highlighting the growing financial strength of England’s 100-ball league. However, when discussions around record-breaking auctions begin, it is hard to…

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