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Unmarried Indonesian Couple Caned 21 Times for TikTok Kissing Video in Aceh

An unmarried couple in Indonesia's Aceh province was publicly caned 21 times after a video of them kissing went viral on TikTok. A local Sharia court handed down the sentence following public outrage over the footage. Aceh is the only province in Indonesia that enforces Islamic Sharia law, which prohibits public displays of affection between unmarried individuals. The public caning was carried out as a formal legal punishment under the province's religious legal framework.

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Japan Parliament Adds Toilets for Women After Decades of Gender Imbalance

Japan's lower house has added two more women's toilets to address a long-standing gender disparity in its facilities. The chamber currently has only 22 stalls for women compared to 67 for men, a gap that mirrors the broader gender imbalance in Japanese politics. Women hold just 68 of the 465 seats in the lower house, a historically low share of representation. The toilet shortage had become a practical symbol of how parliamentary infrastructure was built around a predominantly male legislature. The addition reflects growing attention to gender equity in Japan's political institutions.

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India to send only medal-hopeful athletes to 2026 Asian Games, says Sports Minister

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has stated that only athletes and teams with genuine medal prospects will be selected for the 2026 Asian Games. The announcement comes as India's qualification process for the Games approaches its conclusion. Mandaviya emphasized a performance-first approach, making clear that selection will be merit-based. Additionally, the government will not fund large personal support staff entourages for athletes at public expense.

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Sreejesh Criticises India Hockey Coach After Poor Pro League Campaign

India's hockey team concluded their FIH Pro League 2024-25 campaign with a shootout win over England in London on Sunday, but finished eighth out of nine teams. The team managed only four wins across 16 matches, accumulating 19 points. Only Pakistan finished below India in the standings. Veteran goalkeeper PR Sreejesh publicly criticised the India coach over the team's underwhelming performance during the season.

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Teen Girl Electrocuted in Waterlogged Thane Area Amid Rain

A 17-year-old girl named Aliya Chandiwala was electrocuted in a waterlogged area in Mumbra, near Thane, Maharashtra. The incident occurred when she had stepped out to run an errand in rain-hit conditions. The victim was a resident of Yasmeen Park in the Mumbra locality. Reports indicate that exposed cables in a drain were linked to the fatal electrocution. Concerns have been raised over unresponsive authorities despite prior warnings about the hazardous conditions.

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Anthropic May Raise Prices for Amazon Despite Broader AI Cost Declines

AI startup Anthropic is reportedly planning a pricing shift that could increase costs for Amazon, one of its earliest and largest backers. Despite Anthropic's claims that overall AI costs are falling, the change appears to affect Amazon's access to its models. In response, Amazon is said to be exploring alternatives, including its own in-house AI models and offerings from OpenAI. The development underscores growing financial tensions between AI developers and their major corporate investors. It also reflects the increasingly competitive and cost-sensitive dynamics shaping the broader AI industry.

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Blast at Damascus Cafe Kills 5, Wounds 16 Near Palace of Justice

A powerful explosion tore through a cafe in Damascus, Syria, killing five people and injuring sixteen others. The blast occurred in close proximity to the Palace of Justice, one of the city's prominent government buildings. The incident triggered widespread panic in what is described as a busy and populated area of the capital. Authorities have not yet officially disclosed the cause or origin of the explosion.

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Assam High Court Rejects Man's 16 Documents, Upholds Foreigner Declaration

The Assam High Court has dismissed a petition filed by a man challenging a lower court's order that declared him a foreigner. The man had submitted 16 documents in an attempt to prove his Indian citizenship. The High Court found the documents insufficient and rejected his appeal. The ruling upholds the lower court's earlier determination that the individual is not an Indian citizen.

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Ovechkin Retirement Likely as Capitals' Offseason Moves Signal His Exit

NHL legend Alex Ovechkin has not yet confirmed whether he will play another season, with retirement appearing increasingly probable. TSN insider Darren Dreger suggests Washington Capitals' offseason decisions indicate the team does not expect their captain to return. Ovechkin has stated that his family, health, and the Capitals' Stanley Cup prospects will influence his final decision. Head coach Spencer Carbery and general manager Chris Patrick have both said no definitive choice has been made. The hockey world watches closely as the career of one of the sport's all-time greats may be drawing to a close.

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BJP accuses Priyanka Gandhi, Robert Vadra of land grab attempt in Uttarakhand

The BJP has alleged that Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and her husband Robert Vadra are linked to an attempted land acquisition in Uttarakhand. Party spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari claimed that Robert Vadra's sister-in-law, Saira Vadra, is seeking to take over a four-acre plot in the state. According to the BJP, a Congress MLA and his associates allegedly pressured 90-year-old occupant Nasreen Khan to vacate the property. Bhandari described the episode as the 'Gandhi-Vadra model of land-grabbing,' framing it as a pattern of conduct by the family. No response from Priyanka Gandhi or Robert Vadra has been reported in connection with these allegations.

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Siya Goyal Consents to Lie Detector Test in Ketan Agarwal Murder Case

Siya Goyal has agreed to undergo a lie detector test as part of the investigation into the murder of Ketan Agarwal. Police took Goyal to a site in Pune on Thursday, which is believed to be where she and alleged lover Chetan Chaudhary rehearsed the plan to push Agarwal off a cliff. Authorities are probing the alleged conspiracy between Goyal and Chaudhary in connection with Agarwal's death. The visit to the rehearsal site forms part of ongoing efforts by police to reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the crime.

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Congress Reshuffles Punjab Leadership With Eye on Past 2022 Mistakes

The Indian National Congress has made fresh appointments in its Punjab unit, signaling a strategic reset for the state. The move reflects lessons learned from the internal turmoil that damaged the party ahead of the 2022 Punjab assembly elections. During that period, the party had replaced then-Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh with Charanjit Singh Channi, a decision that contributed to significant internal discord. The new appointments are being seen as a deliberate effort by the Congress leadership to project unity within the party. The reshuffle aims to avoid repeating the missteps that previously weakened the party's standing in Punjab.

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Woman Stripped and Paraded in MP Village in Property Dispute by In-Laws

A woman in Madhya Pradesh was allegedly assaulted and publicly humiliated by her in-laws over a property dispute. During the attack, her hair was forcibly cut and her clothes were torn off, leaving her without clothing. Her in-laws then made her wear a garland of shoes and paraded her through the village. The incident highlights a deeply disturbing form of caste or domestic violence used to shame and intimidate victims in rural India. Authorities are expected to investigate the matter following the incident coming to light.

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China Eyes New Economic Corridor Through Bangladesh and Myanmar Near India

China is reportedly planning a new economic corridor running through Bangladesh and Myanmar, bordering India to the east. This development follows China's establishment of access to the Arabian Sea through the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to India's west. The new eastern corridor would extend China's strategic and economic connectivity further into South and Southeast Asia. India has previously raised strong objections to CPEC, as it passes through Gilgit-Baltistan in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The latest corridor plans are seen as a continuation of China's broader regional infrastructure expansion strategy surrounding India.

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Assam-Arunachal Highway Closed After Landslides Triggered by Heavy Rain

The Assam-Arunachal Pradesh highway has been shut down following a series of landslides caused by heavy rainfall. The Public Works Department's Executive Engineer office issued an official order suspending all vehicular movement on the route. The closure was enforced as landslide activity continued to pose a threat to commuters and vehicles. The PWD's directive aims to prevent accidents and ensure public safety until conditions improve.

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Delhi Police Bust Fake Marriage Racket, Arrest 3 Suspects

Delhi Police have dismantled a fraudulent marriage racket operating in the city, resulting in the arrest of three individuals. The gang allegedly orchestrated sham marriages with the deliberate intention of committing theft. According to investigators, the accused would pose as prospective spouses and go through with wedding ceremonies. Their plan was to abscond from the matrimonial home shortly after the marriage, taking cash and valuables with them.

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Shedeur Sanders Trade Rumors Link Browns QB to Cowboys and 49ers

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, on a $4.65 million contract, has become a prominent name in NFL trade speculation ahead of the upcoming season. Reports suggest that the Dallas Cowboys and the San Francisco 49ers have emerged as the leading potential destinations for the young signal-caller. The rumors have raised questions about Sanders' long-term future with Cleveland. No official trade discussions have been confirmed by any of the three franchises involved in the speculation.

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India-Japan Partnership Can Build World-Class Manufacturing Hub, Say Experts

Industry leaders gathered at NDTV's Indo-Japan Strategic Dialogue to discuss the potential of a stronger India-Japan manufacturing partnership. Experts highlighted that India's large-scale infrastructure, workforce talent, and market size complement Japan's advanced technology and manufacturing know-how. Together, these strengths could position the two nations as a globally competitive production hub. However, leaders emphasized that speed of execution and consistent quality standards would be critical to realizing this potential.

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Israel Marks 1,000 Days of Gaza War Amid Memorials, Protests and Demands

Israel observed the 1,000th day of the Gaza war with memorial events and public protests across the country. Families of victims are calling for an official state inquiry into the security and intelligence failures that allowed the October 7 attacks to occur. The conflict has resulted in over 73,000 casualties since it began. Israeli forces currently control approximately 70% of Gaza's territory. The milestone has intensified public pressure on the government to account for its handling of the crisis.

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Air India Express Resumes Full Middle East Flight Operations

Air India Express has resumed flights to all its Middle East destinations, restoring complete connectivity to the region. The airline currently operates approximately 780 weekly flights linking India and West Asia. A total of 18 Indian cities are directly connected to the Middle East through these services. The resumption marks a return to full operational capacity on one of the carrier's key international route networks.

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