India to keep buying cheapest, best-quality crude amid geopolitical shifts, govt tells parliamentary panel

India will continue to import crude oil from countries where it is available at the most competitive prices and of suitable quality, while factoring in geopolitical conditions and avoiding sanctioned sources, the government told a parliamentary panel on Tuesday.Senior officials from the ministries of external affairs and commerce conveyed this position to the Parliamentary Standing…

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HC dismisses ‘Jana Nayagan’ case, Ajith’s angry moment, ED summons Jayaram: Top 5 South stories of the day |

The Madras High Court dismissed the ‘Jana Nayagan’ makers’ petition, allowing them to withdraw it. Meanwhile, actor Ajith Kumar was seen sternly addressing fans in Dubai, emphasizing discipline. The Enforcement Directorate has summoned actor Jayaram for questioning in the Sabarimala gold theft case. Rashmika Mandanna reflected on past relationships, and Upasana Kamineni Konidela shared a…

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Why this American feels that parenting in Denmark is easier

An American mother in Denmark finds parenting less stressful, attributing it to societal trust, child-centric design, and accessible childcare. Danish systems encourage early independence, with parents trusting caregivers and public spaces designed for families. This collective approach, unlike US “helicopter parenting,” fosters a sense of shared responsibility and support, making raising children feel calmer and…

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India-origin US lawmaker Ro Khanna accuses justice department of ‘inappropriately redacting’ six names in Epstein files, seeks transparency

Indian-origin US Democrat Ro Khanna on Monday claimed that six names, which he said were “likely incriminating” based on their inclusion in the Epstein files, were “inappropriately” redacted.Members of Congress were allowed to begin a review of the unredacted versions of the approximately three million pages of files released under the EFTA since December, BBC…

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India needs $14.23 trillion investment in power sector by 2070 to meet net-zero goal: Niti Aayog

India will require cumulative investments of $14.23 trillion in the power sector, including renewables, storage and transmission, by 2070 under a net-zero scenario, where non-fossil fuel-based generation accounts for 98 per cent, a Niti Aayog report said on Tuesday.The report, “Scenarios Towards Viksit Bharat and Net Zero: Sectoral Insights – Power”, said India’s development and…

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SpaceX vs. Blue Origin: Jeff Bezos ‘turtle’ post sparks reaction from Elon Musk; reigniting Moon rivalry |

A familiar rivalry surfaced online this week, sparked by an image that seemed deliberately out of place. Jeff Bezos posted a picture of a large tortoise on social media, without explanation. The timing was notable. Elon Musk had been dominating headlines with fresh ideas tied to space, including orbiting data centres and long-term visions for…

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Singer Arijit Singh returns to the stage, appears at FIRST live show post playback retirement | Hindi Movie News

Arijit Singh performed his first live show in Kolkata since quitting new playback gigs, joining Anoushka Shankar for a viral duet. He thanked her on Instagram: “Thank you, Anoushka Shankar…” She replied, “Humbled beyond belief.” Fans gushed emotionally online. Arijit Singh, famed playback artist, took the Kolkata stage for his debut live gig post his…

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Why Ranbir Kapoor wants to ‘break the glass wall’ with his daughter, and what it says about modern parenting |

In a heartfelt discussion, Ranbir Kapoor expressed his wish to mend the emotional disconnect he felt with his father. He aims to cultivate a nurturing and open relationship with his daughter, believing that dismantling unseen walls is essential. Kapoor advocates for a friendship based on mutual respect, allowing children the freedom to chart their own…

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