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Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump held a phone call to discuss bilateral cooperation and Taiwan. Xi emphasized maintaining momentum in ties after their recent meeting and reiterated that Taiwan’s return to China is a key aspect of the post-war international order. Source link

Delhi government issued advisory on Monday for 50 per cent on-site staff for offices to combat rising air pollution, following directions from the Commission for Air Quality Management. This measure aims to reduce exposure and vehicular emissions, with staggered timings already in effect for government offices until 2026. Source link

An Indian national from Arunachal Pradesh faced an 18-hour ordeal at Shanghai Pudong Airport, with Chinese immigration officials deeming her passport invalid due to her birthplace. Prema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK resident, was allegedly told Arunachal is not part of India. The Indian embassy intervened, resolving the issue. Source link

The Election Commission is addressing work-related stress among Booth Level Officers (BLOs) during Kerala’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls after an audio message went viral. This follows reports of BLO suicides and deaths due to excessive pressure in several states, prompting protests and criticism from political parties regarding the rushed and opaque nature of […]

Former U.S. Olympic boxer Vanes Martirosyan has passed away at 39 after a two-year fight with cancer. The world title contender, who represented the U.S. at the 2004 Olympics, was diagnosed with skin cancer in 2023. His family confirmed the heartbreaking news, remembering him as a loving husband, father, and kind soul. Source link

BJP leader Sudhanshu Trivedi criticized protesters at India Gate for raising slogans supporting a slain Naxal commander, accusing them of being influenced by “pollution of Marx and Mao.” The protest, initially against air pollution, saw demonstrators holding posters of Madvi Hidma, leading to arrests by Delhi Police for obstructing personnel and assaulting them. Source link

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed alarm to the Election Commission over two “disturbing” developments concerning the state’s election machinery. She questioned the outsourcing of data entry work by the Chief Electoral Officer and the proposal to set up polling booths in private housing complexes, citing concerns about fairness and potential political influence. […]

South Africa opted against enforcing the follow-on, leading by a substantial 288 runs. India, bowled out for 201, saw a late fightback from Washington Sundar and Kuldeep Yadav. Marco Jansen was the standout bowler for the Proteas with six wickets, while Simon Harmer chipped in with three. Source link

Bollywood icon Dharmendra has passed away at 89 in Mumbai. The veteran actor, known for his immense charm and iconic roles, was recently hospitalized. His demise has deeply saddened the industry, with tributes pouring in from colleagues like Gippy Grewal and Karan Johar, who hailed him as a legend and a kind soul. He is […]

Apple distributors are warning Indian retailers against activating new iPhones, especially the iPhone 17 series, with foreign SIMs within 90 days, citing hefty penalties and store code blocking. This crackdown follows a surge in iPhone 17 models being diverted to high-margin markets like Russia, Africa, and the Middle East, causing domestic shortages. Retailers are pushing […]