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[l] at 4/30/25 1:07am
A major fire broke out in a Kolkata hotel. The incident occurred in the Burrabazar area. Fifteen people died, including two children. Several others sustained injuries. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced compensation. The State Government also announced ex-gratia. Authorities rescued many people from the hotel. An investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:46am
The Anti-Corruption Branch has filed a case against AAP leaders Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain over alleged ₹2,000 crore corruption in building Delhi government school classrooms. The ACB claims contracts were given at inflated rates to AAP-linked contractors, with each classroom reportedly costing nearly five times the standard amount.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:46am
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has refuted social media rumors claiming that Northern Army Commander Lt Gen MV Suchindra Kumar was removed following the Pahalgam terror attack; PIB clarified that Lt Gen Kumar is retiring as scheduled. Lt Gen Pratik Sharma has been appointed as the next GOC-in-C.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:45am
Aston Martin announced it is curbing exports to the U.S. to mitigate the effects of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump. Despite these challenges, the luxury carmaker reported a smaller-than-anticipated first-quarter loss, attributed to reduced expenses and increased average selling prices. The company's adjusted pretax loss was £79.8 million, outperforming analysts' expectations.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:44am
In a combative interview marking his 100th day in office, President Trump dismissed a question from ABC News journalist Terry Moran as a “stupid question.” Trump expressed a lack of complete confidence in Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and criticized Moran's line of questioning. The interview's tone mirrored a previous clash with President Zelenskyy over U.S. support for Ukraine.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:43am
The Canadian Conservative Party faces turmoil after failing to unseat the Liberals for the fourth time, with leader Pierre Poilievre losing his seat. This defeat has ignited internal divisions and questions about his leadership, despite some praising his campaign's vote share. Poilievre's future as leader is uncertain, especially without a seat in Parliament, potentially leading to a leadership review.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:38am
The Rouse Avenue court has directed Trinamool Congress leaders to submit bail bonds on May 13. This order relates to a case concerning a protest held outside the Election Commission of India. The court had previously summoned ten TMC leaders, including Derek O'Brien and others. The summons followed a charge sheet and complaint filed by the Delhi police.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:38am
Kolkata Knight Riders leading spinner Sunil Narine levelled former England spinner Samit Patel's record for most wickets in men's T20 cricket for one team following his match-winning spell against Delhi Capitals in the 18th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:36am
IPS officer Deven Bharti on Monday was appointed as the new police commissioner of Mumbai, Maharashtra. ​The 1994-batch officer has been helm at important cases including 26/11, cracking of the IM modules, Sheena Bora murder case.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:34am
India's markets regulator has put Adani Group's settlement pleas on hold, along with those of its offshore investors, pending a review of settlement rules. SEBI's review, prompted by inconsistencies in the settlement process and unclear penalty guidelines, could take three months. The investigation against Adani began after Hindenburg's allegations of improper practices.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:33am
Three Chinese astronauts from the Shenzhou-19 mission safely returned to Earth on Wednesday after a six-month stay on the Tiangong space station. The crew, including China's only woman spaceflight engineer, conducted experiments and set spacewalk records. Their return was briefly delayed due to weather.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:32am
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, India canceled visas for Pakistani citizens. Many are now returning via the Attari border. They plead for leniency, stating they are being punished for the attack. One woman, Mufzala, married in Baramulla, is being forced to leave with her children. Another Pakistani national, who came on a short visa, is also being sent back early.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:29am
According to Kareena Kapoor’s yoga trainer Anshuka Parwani, Kareena focused on waist reduction, not weight loss, using six yoga asanas for core strength, flexibility, and sustainable toning. Let’s take a look at some of the asanas that you can also try to stay fit.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:27am
Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a powerhouse of nutrients. Revered in Ayurveda, this tangy fruit offers multiple health benefits, making it an essential superfood for everyday wellness.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:27am
IPL Champak: The BCCI faces a legal challenge as the Delhi High Court addresses a trademark infringement suit filed by Champak comic's publisher. The dispute concerns the IPL's new robotic dog, also named 'Champak,' whose interactive presence has captivated fans. The robot, equipped with advanced features, quickly became an IPL fixture, performing duties like coin tosses.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:22am
Discover the powerful morning routines that top achievers swear by. In this web story, we explore 8 proven habits that highly successful people practice before 8 AM to boost productivity, enhance focus, and set the tone for a winning day.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:20am
Baba Vanga, the blind Bulgarian mystic famed for her predictions, foresaw a devastating European war in 2025, marking it as the beginning of humanity’s decline. Her warnings also include global economic collapse and natural disasters. These forecasts have reignited interest as war fears escalate and earthquakes have already rocked parts of Asia. From eerily accurate past prophecies to haunting future visions of interplanetary travel and alien contact, her timeline continues to unsettle a world already on edge.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:19am
Voyager Station, the world's first space hotel, is slated to launch in 2027, offering luxury accommodations and amenities for 280 guests and 112 crew members. The rotating structure will simulate gravity, providing a unique experience. While current space tourism is expensive, decreasing transportation costs could make space stays more accessible in the future.

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[l] at 4/30/25 12:14am
Stellantis, the company that owns Jeep, Peugeot, and Fiat, announced Wednesday it is putting its 2025 earnings forecast on hold. The reason is uncertainty linked to tariffs in the United States.

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