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Goa citizenship list: 88 of 97 voters return, 3 hold Portuguese citizenship

In Goa, the Election Commission has addressed a list of 97 voters whose citizenship was previously under review. The commission reported that 88 of these individuals have now returned to the electoral rolls. Three others have been confirmed to be Portuguese citizens, while the remaining six are residing abroad. This clarifies the status of voters flagged during a process to identify potential dual citizens.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

Man's transplanted kidney from mother marks 100th birthday milestone

Ray Vetuskey, 64, is celebrating the 100th birthday of the kidney he received from his mother 48 years ago. The transplant was performed in 1978 when Vetuskey was 16 years old. His donated kidney has significantly outlived the typical 15–20 year expectancy for such transplants. Vetuskey is now the longest-surviving kidney transplant recipient at New York's Strong Memorial Hospital, where doctors expect the kidney to last his lifetime.

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Stephen and Tabitha King donate $120,000 to Maine heating assistance fundraiser

Authors Stephen and Tabitha King donated $120,000 to a heating assistance fundraiser in Maine. The fundraiser collected a total of $241,820 to help families heat their homes this winter. It was established due to worries about decreased federal aid for heating costs. The effort addresses the financial struggles many households face during Maine's cold winters.

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Tax raid seizes Rs 1.12 crore, man wins ITAT case on forex cash

Tax officials conducted a raid and seized Rs 1.12 crore in Indian currency and foreign cash worth Rs 4.34 lakh. The individual involved was taken in for questioning. The Assessing Officer later treated both sums as unexplained income. However, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal ruled in the man's favor after his sister-in-law provided a valid explanation for the foreign currency.

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IndiaNDTV ·

Saudi coalition intercepts Houthi missiles and drones, reports limited damage

The Saudi-led military coalition stated it intercepted missiles and drones launched by Houthi forces. The attack targeted the Khamis Mushait province in Saudi Arabia. Debris from one intercepted ballistic missile caused limited material damage, according to Saudi Civil Defence authorities. The incident is part of the ongoing conflict between the Saudi coalition and Yemen's Houthi rebels.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

120-acre Massachusetts family farm protected from development in conservation deal

A 120-acre family farm in Essex, Massachusetts has been permanently protected from commercial development. The conservation deal safeguards the agricultural, forestry, and wildlife values of the historic Hoyt Farm. The initiative was led by local leaders and state agencies. It aims to preserve natural resources and enhance community food security. The agreement was structured to minimize financial burden on the town.

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Monterey Bay Aquarium rehabilitates 1000+ stranded sea otters over 40 years

The Monterey Bay Aquarium has rescued and cared for more than 1,000 stranded southern sea otters since 1984. Most of these otters were found in distress along the California coast. Many were orphaned pups requiring intensive, long-term care. The aquarium's program aims to rehabilitate the animals and release them back to the wild. This effort supports the recovery of a threatened species protected under U.S. law.

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IndiaNDTV ·

Trump threatens strong US retaliation if Iran linked to flydubai incident

In response to the recent flydubai incident, former US President Donald Trump stated the United States would retaliate forcefully if Iran is found responsible. Speaking on the matter, Trump vowed that Iran would be hit very hard. The statement directly ties any potential US military action to Iran's alleged involvement. This marks a clear threat of escalation should Tehran be deemed culpable for the event.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

India aims to finalize 114 Rafale fighter jet deal by end of fiscal year

The Indian government is targeting the end of the current fiscal year to seal a deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. The agreement is with French manufacturer Dassault Aviation. The French company has agreed to integrate Indian-made weapons systems onto the aircraft. This move is part of India's efforts to modernize its air force and enhance domestic defense production.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

10,500-year-old preserved wooden structures discovered in German lake

Archaeologists have retrieved exceptionally well-preserved worked wood from Lake Arendsee in Germany. The artifacts, which are approximately 10,500 years old, were found at a depth of 20 meters. They include a large post with tool marks and several split wooden boards. Researchers suggest these pieces may be remnants of Mesolithic huts or other structures, providing new clues about hunter-gatherer societies.

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IndiaTimes of India ·

IAF inks Rs 135 crore deal with Indian startup for Mirage fighter simulators

The Indian Air Force has signed a contract worth Rs 135 crore with an Indian startup for flight simulators. The deal is for simulators designed to train pilots for the Mirage 2000 fighter jets. This procurement marks a significant step under the government's push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The simulators will enhance pilot training efficiency and safety by providing advanced simulation.

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Maryland family moves 255-year-old mansion 50 miles across Chesapeake Bay to save it

A Maryland family relocated the 255-year-old Galloway House to prevent its demolition. The historic mansion was moved approximately 50 miles across the Chesapeake Bay on a barge. The 400-ton structure was lifted and transported in a phased operation starting in September 2019. It has now arrived at a new waterfront property in Queenstown, where restoration work is underway.

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Omani co-pilot from diverted Flydubai flight transferred from Saudi Arabia to UAE

Saudi Arabia has handed over an Omani co-pilot involved in a Flydubai flight incident to authorities in the United Arab Emirates. The flight, operating from Dubai to Islamabad, was diverted to Saudi Arabia's Al Gassim region due to the incident on Tuesday. The co-pilot was apprehended by Saudi security forces after the unscheduled landing. The transfer to the UAE allows the investigation into the incident to proceed under Emirati jurisdiction.

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‘Told them not to go deep’: How picnic trip turned deadly for eight 16-year-old boys

A tragic incident occurred at Diveagar beach where eight students from Alandi drowned during a picnic. The students ventured into the sea despite warnings from their teachers and some not knowing how to swim. Local water sports club workers quickly responded to the emergency after being alerted by others on the beach. The bodies were recovered and taken to a nearby hospital where they were declared dead.

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