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We do not negotiate with any country on terrorism: India on Masood Azhar
India on Thursday welcomed the listing ofJaish-e-MohammedchiefMasood Azharas aglobal terrorist by the UNand said that India would not “negotiate” with any country on matters related to the security of the country.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed hope that all member states will abide by the decision of the sanctions committee of the world body which imposed an arms embargo, asset freeze and travel ban on Pakistan-based JeM chiefMasood Azhar.
Julian Assange says he does not want to be extradited to the United States
Wikileaks founder Julian Assange told a London court on Thursday that hedid not want to be extradited to the United States to face trial for one of the largest compromises of classified information in history.
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The Royals enter the Doctor Who universe: King Charles and Queen Camilla beam into Commonwealth Games in TARDIS
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Who is Ruchika Singh, booked for using foul language against PM Modi at Jantar Mantar protests?
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'I was almost trafficked in Paris,' says Australian woman, shares terrifying ordeal - 'I am on the black market'
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Why did India turn down the US offer for F-35 fighter jets? EXPLAINED
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Lock Upp 2: Harshad Chopda sacrifices finale spot to save Shivangi Joshi, sparks internet debate
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India avoids higher US tariff, secures lower 10% rate. Here's how
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'Muslims should not befriend kaafirs': Pak Army DG says India-Afghan ties that of 'master-slave'
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Dhaka raises Sheikh Hasina’s planned address with Indian envoy
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Can an S-400 detect a bird?
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'Fifth-generation fighters': Can the S-400 shoot down an F-35?
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'FIR not withdrawn' against Noida teen who 'abused' PM Modi despite apology, claims CJP
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Pakistan minister admits ‘system has collapsed’, Munir pushes for more provinces | Gravitas
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Why are iPhones so expensive compared to Android phones?
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Trump says Iranian school bombing photos could be AI-generated - 'I don’t think...'
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Meet top 5 batters in latest ICC ODI rankings 2026 - check who sits at the top
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US signs deal to boost production of Patriot, THAAD missile interceptor systems
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What’s happening in Nepal? How did a local clash turn into communal violence? WION Decodes
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‘Deal or total surrender’: Trump says Iran’s leadership dishonest and ‘unbelievably duplicitous’
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‘Talks on right now’: Trump says he wants to give Iran ‘every last chance before decapitation’
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Have 7,000 Karnataka students tested positive for HIV? Here's the truth
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Kim Kardashian shares sweet moment with boyfriend Lewis Hamilton during summer vacation
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US move on Venezuela oil bond could unlock gains for India’s energy companies
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'He is courageous leader': DK Shivakumar after TN CM Vijay postpone his Cauvery-related Karnataka visit
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Why Russian tanks are much lighter compared to US tanks
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Tamil Nadu leader Udhayanidhi Stalin draws severe backlash over derogatory remark against Trisha
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Why Russian jets use heavier steel compared to US jets
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New OTT releases this week (August 3-9, 2026): Main Vaapas Aaunga, Uyir, Operation Safed Sagar- 6 titles coming on Netflix, Prime Video and more
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Why Russian fighter pilots wear blue flight suits compared to US pilots
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Nicolas Maduro open to 'adopt a plan' to improve Venezuela's condition
In an effort to pacifyboiling Venezuelans, President Nicolas Maduro on Wednesday (local time) announced that he is ready to "adopt a plan" to introduce change in the country`s administration "to improve everything."
PM Modi holds high-level meeting to review preparedness for cyclone Fani
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday chaired a high-level meeting in the Capital to review preparedness for cyclone Fani.