Record-breaking Hajj 2026: 72,000 UAE pilgrims apply for 6,228 spots; how to check if you got lucky | World News

Record-breaking Hajj 2026: 72,000 UAE pilgrims compete for only 6,228 spots, highlighting historic demand and rigorous selection process / AI-generated illustration The UAE’s General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat has reported a historic surge in Hajj 2026 applications, with approximately 72,000 residents applying for a quota of just 6,228 pilgrims. This unprecedented number…

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No oil from Russia soon? Trump sanctions to hit India’s crude imports; ‘all but impossible for flows to continue’

Indian refiners anticipate a significant decline in Russian oil imports, potentially even reaching zero. (AI image) The Donald Trump administration’s latest move to sanction major Russian oil firms Rosneft PJSC and Lukoil PJSC will likely make it almost impossible for India to continue procuring crude from Russia. Analytics firm Kpler reports that Russian oil made…

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How Shubman Gill reacted to a fan yelling ‘Pakistan zindabad!’ after shaking hands – new video emerges | Cricket News

Shubman Gill was accosted by a fan in Adelaide ahead of the second India vs Australia ODI. (Image: Instagram) India’s ODI and Test captain Shubman Gill encountered an unexpected situation in Adelaide when a fan, after shaking hands with him, shouted “Pakistan Zindabad” during his walk through the city streets ahead of Thursday’s crucial second…

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Meet Earth’s new mini-moon named Arjuna 2025 PN7 revealing hidden secrets of near-Earth asteroids |

Astronomers have confirmed that Earth has a new temporary mini-moon, a small asteroid designated 2025 PN7, which has recently joined our planet’s orbit. Measuring roughly 62 feet in diameter, this quasi-moon is not permanently bound like the Moon but instead follows a looping trajectory that keeps it near Earth for decades. Its discovery offers scientists…

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NOT Asrani, but Mehmood was the first choice for ‘Abhimaan’, but his bond with Amitabh Bachchan had started to wither |

‘Hum angrezo ke zamane ke jailer hai!’ This dialogue has lived rent-free in the hearts of cinephiles for decades, and now for eons ahead, it will keep late veteran star Asrani’s legacy alive. In a career spanning over decades, Asrani worked in numerous movies, delivering diverse characters and entertaining people with his screen presence. Though…

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Could Covid-19 vaccines secretly boost cancer survival? Scientists say mRNA shows unexpected potential to aid cancer treatment |

Emerging research indicates that Covid-19 mRNA vaccines, including Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, may offer surprising benefits beyond viral protection, particularly for cancer patients. Initially developed to prevent infection, these vaccines appear to enhance the body’s immune response in a way that helps target and attack certain tumours. Studies suggest that patients undergoing immunotherapy for advanced lung…

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JNU student elections on November 4; election timeline explained: Check all details here

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is once again gearing up for a highly charged season of student politics, as the university’s Election Committee officially released the schedule for the 2025-26 Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) elections. The announcement has reignited campus activity, signalling the return of intense campaigns and strategic manoeuvring that have long defined…

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Tejashwi Yadav to be INDIA bloc’s CM face; Mukesh Sahni among two deputies — Key takeaways from Mahagathbandhan presser | India News

NEW DELHI: The Mahagathbandhan on Thursday formally announced Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former deputy chief minister Tejashwi Yadav as its CM candidate for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections, while naming Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) chief Mukesh Sahani as the deputy CM face.The announcement was made during a joint press conference of the alliance…

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Bahrain introduces enhanced system to protect wages and support private sector stability | World News

Bahrain’s LMRA unveils upgraded Wages Protection System to secure workers’ rights and streamline private sector payrolls/Image: BNA Bahrain’s Labour Market Regulatory Authority (LMRA) has rolled out an upgraded version of its Wages Protection System (WPS), designed to ensure transparent, timely, and documented wage payments across the private sector. The enhanced system aims to protect workers’…

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Trump sanctions on Russia oil firms: What does US move mean for Indian refiners? Contracts being reviewed

India is the world’s third-largest oil-importing and consuming nation and it depends heavily on overseas supplies. (AI image) With the Donald Trump administration slapping sanctions on two major Russian oil firms – Rosneft and Lukoil – refiners in India are reviewing their oil contracts. State-owned refiners are reportedly examining their documents for Russian oil procurement…

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