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Explained: The South China Sea Dispute And India's Stand On It
India has reiterated that it stands for freedom of navigation and overflight, unimpeded lawful commerce and adherence to international law for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
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Explained: How The British Empire Robbed India Of $45 Trillion
During the nearly two-century-long rule over India between 1757 and 1947, the British Empire exploited the country's resources, wealth, and people.
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Explained: How Contaminated Alcohol In Laos Led To Multiple Tourist Deaths
The recent deaths of at least six tourists in Laos after they allegedly drank methanol-spiked alcoholic drinks have led to massive concerns, sparking international warnings about the dangers of consuming such beverages.
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Explainer: The Climate Conundrum At COP29
The COP29 summit at Baku is ending, yet a draft text with a proposed figure for climate finance and emission reductions goals is elusive.
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Explained: Why Bitcoin May Soon Cross $1,00,000 Mark After Trump's Return
Driven by anticipated pro-crypto policies under Donald Trump, who returns as US President on January 20, 2025, Bitcoin is fast approaching the $1,00,000 mark.
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Explained: What World Court's Arrest Warrant For Netanyahu Means
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing "reasonable grounds" for his criminal responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.
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Ex-Zomato Employee Explains Why Deepinder Goyal's Unique Job Offer Is Worth More Than Rs 20 Lakh
One former Zomato employee who worked for the company for a year spoke in Mr Goyal's defence, saying that the selected candidate would learn more on the job than any MBA could teach.
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Why Washington Sundar Beat R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja To Perth Test XI? Ravi Shastri Explains
The last time India's Test playing XI didn't feature R Ashwin or Ravindra Jadeja was in 2018 against Australia in Perth, the same venue as this match.
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Explained: How Australia's Social Media Ban For Teens Under 16 Will Be Implemented
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram fall under the umbrella of the law.
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US Explains Why It Supplied Landmines To Ukraine In Big Policy Shift
The US decision to send anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine -- a major policy shift slammed by rights groups -- was triggered by a change in Russian battlefield tactics favoring infantry over mechanized units.
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No Verifiable Evidence of UFO Sightings But ‘Very Anomalous Objects’ Exist, Says US Government Agency
In a Senate testimony on November 19, Jon T. Kosloski, Director of the Pentagon's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), clarified that his office has not found any verifiable evidence to support the idea of extraterrestrial life or activity related to UAPs. While the majority of UAP reports have been linked to known objects, a small number r...
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NASA Explains Cause Behind the Moon Drifting Away From Earth
NASA explains that the Moon is gradually moving away from Earth at a rate of 4 cm per year. This process is driven by tidal forces between the two bodies, with Earth’s oceans creating friction that transfers energy to the Moon, pushing it into a higher orbit.
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Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors: What Makes Each Celestial Object Unique
NASA planetary scientists explain that asteroids, comets, and meteors all orbit the Sun but differ greatly in their composition, appearance, and behaviour. These objects play unique roles in understanding the solar system’s formation and evolution.
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"They're Trying To Kill Me": Andhra Maid Alleges Torture In Kuwait
A woman from Andhra Pradesh, working as a house help in Kuwait has accused her employers of torture. The woman, a native of Kakinada district, recorded a video explaining her ordeal and sent it to her relatives.
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Are You Deficient In Vitamin D? Nutritionist Breaks Down What You Need To Know
Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee sheds light on the important role Vitamin D plays in our health, explaining why maintaining optimal levels is vital for overall well-being.
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Explained: The South China Sea Dispute And India's Stand On It
India has reiterated that it stands for freedom of navigation and overflight, unimpeded lawful commerce and adherence to international law for peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
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Explained: How The British Empire Robbed India Of $45 Trillion
During the nearly two-century-long rule over India between 1757 and 1947, the British Empire exploited the country's resources, wealth, and people.
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Explained: How Contaminated Alcohol In Laos Led To Multiple Tourist Deaths
The recent deaths of at least six tourists in Laos after they allegedly drank methanol-spiked alcoholic drinks have led to massive concerns, sparking international warnings about the dangers of consuming such beverages.
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Explainer: The Climate Conundrum At COP29
The COP29 summit at Baku is ending, yet a draft text with a proposed figure for climate finance and emission reductions goals is elusive.
-
Explained: Why Bitcoin May Soon Cross $1,00,000 Mark After Trump's Return
Driven by anticipated pro-crypto policies under Donald Trump, who returns as US President on January 20, 2025, Bitcoin is fast approaching the $1,00,000 mark.
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Explained: What World Court's Arrest Warrant For Netanyahu Means
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, citing "reasonable grounds" for his criminal responsibility for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.
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Ex-Zomato Employee Explains Why Deepinder Goyal's Unique Job Offer Is Worth More Than Rs 20 Lakh
One former Zomato employee who worked for the company for a year spoke in Mr Goyal's defence, saying that the selected candidate would learn more on the job than any MBA could teach.
-
Why Washington Sundar Beat R Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja To Perth Test XI? Ravi Shastri Explains
The last time India's Test playing XI didn't feature R Ashwin or Ravindra Jadeja was in 2018 against Australia in Perth, the same venue as this match.
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Explained: How Australia's Social Media Ban For Teens Under 16 Will Be Implemented
Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat, Reddit, X and Instagram fall under the umbrella of the law.
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US Explains Why It Supplied Landmines To Ukraine In Big Policy Shift
The US decision to send anti-personnel landmines to Ukraine -- a major policy shift slammed by rights groups -- was triggered by a change in Russian battlefield tactics favoring infantry over mechanized units.
-
No Verifiable Evidence of UFO Sightings But ‘Very Anomalous Objects’ Exist, Says US Government Agency
In a Senate testimony on November 19, Jon T. Kosloski, Director of the Pentagon's All-Domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), clarified that his office has not found any verifiable evidence to support the idea of extraterrestrial life or activity related to UAPs. While the majority of UAP reports have been linked to known objects, a small number r...
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NASA Explains Cause Behind the Moon Drifting Away From Earth
NASA explains that the Moon is gradually moving away from Earth at a rate of 4 cm per year. This process is driven by tidal forces between the two bodies, with Earth’s oceans creating friction that transfers energy to the Moon, pushing it into a higher orbit.
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Asteroids, Comets, and Meteors: What Makes Each Celestial Object Unique
NASA planetary scientists explain that asteroids, comets, and meteors all orbit the Sun but differ greatly in their composition, appearance, and behaviour. These objects play unique roles in understanding the solar system’s formation and evolution.
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"They're Trying To Kill Me": Andhra Maid Alleges Torture In Kuwait
A woman from Andhra Pradesh, working as a house help in Kuwait has accused her employers of torture. The woman, a native of Kakinada district, recorded a video explaining her ordeal and sent it to her relatives.
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Are You Deficient In Vitamin D? Nutritionist Breaks Down What You Need To Know
Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee sheds light on the important role Vitamin D plays in our health, explaining why maintaining optimal levels is vital for overall well-being.
