India

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India's Modi sets aside billions for jobs, allies in post-election budget

In a budget aimed at winning back voters following PM Modi's election setback, India's government has set aside billions of dollars to create jobs as well as for rural programs.

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Indian PM Modi visits Russia visit for first time since start of Ukraine war

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins his first visit to Russia since Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine, complicating the relationship between India and Russia.

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Putin, Xi meet to bolster alliance against West ahead of NATO summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin will meet at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization conference ahead of the NATO summit to bolster their alliance against the West.

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Stampede that killed 121 in India was caused by severe overcrowding and lack of exits, authorities say

Authorities say severe overcrowding and a lack of exits contributed to a stampede at a religious festival in northern India that left at least 121 people dead.

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Death toll climbs to 116 in religious gathering stampede in India

At least 116 people have been reported dead and numerous others injured following a stampede at a religious gathering in northern India's Uttar Pradesh state.

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At least 60 dead after stampede at religious gathering in northern India

Officials say that at least 60 people are dead and scores are injured after a stampede at a religious gathering of thousands of people in northern India.

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1 confirmed dead after severe rain causes roof collapse at India's New Delhi airport

Part of a departure terminal canopy at New Delhi’s main airport has collapsed as monsoon rains lashed the Indian capital, killing one person and injuring six others.

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Death toll linked to methanol-laced liquor illegally brewed in India rises to 47

In Tamil Nadu, an incident involving tainted liquor has resulted in 47 deaths and more than 100 people hospitalized due to symptoms like vomiting and stomach aches.

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Illegally brewed liquor kills at least 34 with dozens hospitalized in southern India

Indian officials said 34 people have died and more than 100 are being treated in hospitals after consuming illegally brewed liquor that was tainted with methanol.

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U.S. lawmakers meet with Dalai Lama in India, sparking anger from China

A U.S. congressional delegation, led by Rep. Michael McCaul and including former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, met with the Dalai Lama in India; the move sparked anger from China.

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Murder-for-hire: Indian man extradited to US to stand trial in plot to kill activist

An Indian man with government ties made his first court appearance in New York to face charges in an alleged murder-for-hire plot.

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Trudeau expands probe into claims Canadian lawmakers conspired with China, India to sway elections

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau agreed to expand a probe of Parliament members allegedly conspiring with China and India on election interference.

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Modi claims victory in India's election but drop in support forces him to rely on coalition partners

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has declared victory for his alliance in the country's general election, although his party lost seats to an opposition that was stronger than expected.

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India's popular but polarizing leader Narendra Modi is extending his decade in power. Who is he?

Narendra Modi, who has served as India's prime minister since 2014, is a polarizing but popular leader who has advanced Hindu nationalism while presiding over a growing economy.

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AI can help protect wildlife from human dangers, but 'real' value is in data collection

Wildlife protection and nature conservation have seen an increasing focus from artificial intelligence initiatives as more nonprofits turn their attention toward potential uses.

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Bus carrying Hindu worshippers plunges 150 feet into gorge in India's Kashmir, killing at least 21

Officials say a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims skidded and rolled into a deep gorge on a mountainous highway in India-controlled Kashmir, killing at least 21 people.

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13 confirmed dead, 16 missing after stone quarry collapse in India’s northeast

A stone quarry in northeastern India collapsed on Tuesday due to heavy rains from tropical storm Remal, killing 13 workers and leaving 16 missing, authorities say.

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Missing Oregon survivalist, seeking enlightenment in ‘The Valley of Death,’ leaves behind a trail of questions

The Tenderfoot TV true-crime podcast, "Status: Untraced," is hosted by Liam Luxon. It explores the disappearance of survivalist Justin Alexander Shetler.

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Indian military ramps up AI capabilities to keep up with regional powers

India is making new financial investments in AI to aid its military. Delhi recently unveiled a robot that can remove unexploded shells and double as a stretcher for injured troops.

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Police say at least 27 people killed in a fire at western India amusement park

A privately-owned amusement park was the site of a deadly fire which has claimed nearly 27 lives, spurring Prime Minister Modi to post on social media.

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10 locations around the world that offer breathtaking sunsets

If you love to see warm colors painted across the sky in a magnificent sunset, visit one of these locations around the world, like Florida and Greece that offer some of the best.

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At least 9 dead in India after fire at chemical factory, authorities say

Rescuers in western India were searching through debris after an explosion and fire at a chemical factory killed at least nine people and injured 64 others.

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The Mystery of Indira Gandhi's assassination by her own bodyguards

Explore the life and tragic assassination of Indira Gandhi, India's first and only female prime minister, by her own bodyguards, and the events leading up to this shocking incident.

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Indian government employee accused of directing foiled assassination plot can be extradited to US, court says

A petition by an Indian man who attempted to avoid extradition to the U.S. has been rejected by the Czech Constitutional Court, according to authorities.

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4 Sri Lankan nationals arrested in India over suspected ties to ISIS

A group of Sri Lankan nationals were apprehended in India over alleged links to ISIS. The arrests occurred at the airport based on a tip-off, authorities say.

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Biden's DHS promotes ways for visa holders to stay in US after losing work amid major layoffs

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services reminded users of the H-1B visa that they have options to remain in the country if they are laid off or fired from their job.

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Pakistan's military conducts successful test-fire of newly developed rocket system, army says

Pakistan's military has announced the successful test-firing of the Fatah-II Guided Rocket System, a short-range weapon developed for defense from India.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi files nomination to run for third term in general election

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Varanasi on Tuesday to formally file his candidacy for the ongoing general election, aiming to secure his seat.

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Billboard collapses onto group of pedestrians, killing at least 14

A severe thunderstorm is believed to have caused a large billboard to collapse, killing at least 14 people and injuring 74 others, city officials said.

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3 confirmed dead, others trapped after billboard collapses during heavy rains in India's Mumbai

A billboard collapse in Mumbai's suburb of Ghatkopar resulted in three fatalities and 59 injuries during thunderstorms and heavy rain, according to officials.

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India's Kashmir opposition leaders accuse government of sabotaging campaigns

Opposition leaders in India's Kashmir valley are accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government of obstructing their campaign events, officials say.