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US-Iran war: Is Tehran losing Strait of Hormuz ‘psychological leverage’? Expert decodes where Tehran stays strong
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US-Iran war: Is Tehran losing Strait of Hormuz ‘psychological leverage’? Expert decodes where Tehran stays strong

An expert said the Strait of Hormuz has always been one of the most powerful instruments in Iran's. “What has changed is that this instrument is becoming less decisive,” he noted.

Source: Mint
Director Kiran Rao on how relationships have changed for modern generation
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Director Kiran Rao on how relationships have changed for modern generation

Kiran Rao shines a spotlight on her upcoming film 'Lust Stories 3', showcasing the changing dynamics of love among youth. She notes an increased liberty for this generation, allowing authentic expressions unfettered by old societal norms. The film delves into the romance of two individuals drawn to each other beyond…

Source: The Times of India
3 years after Oct 7, Israel honours officer whose Hamas attack warning was ignored
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3 years after Oct 7, Israel honours officer whose Hamas attack warning was ignored

An intelligence officer from Israel's Unit 8200 has been acknowledged for issuing multiple warnings regarding the Hamas invasion prior to the catastrophic attack on October 7, 2023. Unfortunately, those alerts went unheeded, which led to a coordinated assault from Gaza, resulting in heavy casualties and numerous…

Source: The Times of India
‘Planned it even before I was hired’: What Flydubai co-pilot told investigators days after tragedy averted
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‘Planned it even before I was hired’: What Flydubai co-pilot told investigators days after tragedy averted

The Flydubai co-pilot accused of attacking Captain Smit Machchhar mid-air allegedly planned the attack before joining the airline. Investigators are probing his previous trips to Israel, career history, possible motive and links to Australia.

Source: Mint
Oil prices ease slightly as G7 and Middle East crude supplies set to hit market
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Oil prices ease slightly as G7 and Middle East crude supplies set to hit market

Oil prices saw a modest decline as fresh shipments from the Middle East hit the market. The G7's move to tap into emergency reserves reflects growing energy apprehensions. Nevertheless, the crude oil market stays turbulent, as conflicts in the Gulf region persist. Notably, Yemen's Saudi-backed government has initiated…

Source: The Times of India
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FlyDubai shared names, yet Israel missed the threat

Source: The Economic Times
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Iran war's fire set to change money matters this week

Source: The Economic Times
FlyDubai attack: Israel had crew list, so how did ‘barred’ pilot evade checks? What we know
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FlyDubai attack: Israel had crew list, so how did ‘barred’ pilot evade checks? What we know

Officials have previously said that the co-pilot, who was from Oman, had been prohibited from flying in his home country over concerns linked to his extremist views.

Source: Mint
Born in Bihar, made in Bengal: Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep behind RoI’s Irani Cup triumph
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Born in Bihar, made in Bengal: Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep behind RoI’s Irani Cup triumph

Source: The Indian Express
Irani Cup: Mukesh and Akash blow away J&K as RoI triumphs
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Irani Cup: Mukesh and Akash blow away J&K as RoI triumphs

J&K fold up for 111 in less than 29 overs on the third day

Source: The Hindu
Asian Games | Sayonara Aichi-Nagoya, hello Doha!
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Asian Games | Sayonara Aichi-Nagoya, hello Doha!

The Olympic Council of Asia torch and flag were handed over to Qatar Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani, who passed it to Olympic, World and Asian high jump champion Mutaz Essa Barshim as a mark of formal handover

Source: The Hindu
Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep bowl Rest of India to Irani Cup title
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Mukesh Kumar and Akash Deep bowl Rest of India to Irani Cup title

Source: The Indian Express