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Wheat procurement hits 28.66 million tonne, surpasses last year ahead of target deadline

India’s wheat procurement has surpassed the previous year’s level, reaching 28.66 million tonnes so far in the 2025–26 marketing year, according to official data released on Thursday. This marked the highest procurement since the 2022–23 marketing year, buoyed by expectations of a record wheat output of 115.3 million tonnes this season.In comparison, total wheat procurement…

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‘When national interest is involved, I’ll not be found wanting’: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor | India News

Congress leader Shashi Tharoor (ANI) NEW DELHI: Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Saturday said that he is “honoured” by the invitation of the government to lead an all-party delegation, and added that when national interest is involved, he will “not be found wanting.”“I am honoured by the invitation of the government of India to lead…

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Russia strikes Ukraine civilian bus, 9 killed

At least nine people were killed and four others wounded on Saturday when a Russian drone targeted a civilian bus in Ukraine’s northern Sumy region, according to local authorities.In a statement on Telegram, the Sumy regional military administration described the incident as a “cynical attack” on civilians. “Unfortunately, as a result of a cynical attack…

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Chinese leader refers to Mount Everest as ‘Chomolungma’ at Nepal forum, raising eyebrows

China’s Standing Committee Vice Chairman Xiao Jie standing left to Nepal’s PM KP Sharma Oli (Image Credit: Oli’s X account) China’s Standing Committee Vice Chairman Xiao Jie referred the Mount Everest as “Chomolungma,” the Chinese name in one of the events in Nepal. During his presentation at the Sagarmatha Sambaad‘s opening session, Xiao Jie exclusively…

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Air India lobbies Indian government to stop IndiGo lease with Turkish Airlines: Report

IndiGo has maintained a leasing agreement with Turkish Airlines, a state-supported carrier, since 2023. (AI image) Air India has approached Indian authorities to stop IndiGo‘s leasing arrangement with Turkish Airlines, raising concerns about business implications and security issues due to Istanbul’s backing of Pakistan, according to a Reuters report.IndiGo has maintained a leasing agreement with…

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No retirement hint from MS Dhoni to CSK

MS Dhoni (BCCI/IPL Photo) CHENNAI: If MS Dhoni’s fans were preparing to say goodbye to the legend over the last two CSK games, their plans can wait for the time being. The franchise insiders strongly believe that 2025 will not be the end of the road for the 43-year-old. CSK have done miserably this season…

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