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‘Criminal in nature’: Yunus defends minority-related incidents in Bangladesh, says only 71 of 645 communal

Bangladesh's interim government claims most 2025 incidents involving minorities were criminal, not communal. Out of 645 cases, only 71 had religious motives, including temple vandalism and threats. The government emphasizes accurate classification to combat misinformation, but minority groups question the assessment, fearing it emboldens criminals.

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US–EU tariff standoff: Treasury chief Scott Bessent warns Europe against Greenland retaliation; dismisses Nobel link as 'canard'

America warns European nations against imposing retaliatory tariffs. These tariffs are linked to President Donald Trump's proposed levies on goods from Britain, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, and Sweden. The US views Greenland as a vital strategic asset for national security.

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Top 5 Bollywood newsmakers of the day

Ms Gori slams Parul Gulati's defense of Karan Aujla's marriage loyalty. 'Race 4' skips Akshaye Khanna. Neha Kakkar takes work break post-trolling. Rahman's daughters back him vs hate. Rashmika dodges Vijay Deverakonda wedding rumors, saying she'll speak when ready.

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Donald Trump to Norway: No prize, no peace

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'Deceived, not enemy soldiers': Amnesty window open for youth in Iran 'riots'; partial calm returns

Protests erupted across Iran in late December over economic hardship, escalating into anti-regime unrest. Authorities report thousands of deaths, widespread arrests, and violent clashes, particularly in Kurdish regions. Supreme Leader Khamenei vowed harsh punishment, blaming foreign interference. Police offered leniency to “deceived” protesters. While cities show signs of calm and limited internet restoration, tensions and restrictions persist amid continuing government crackdowns.

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All for one: When entire team was awarded 'Player of the Match' in a Test

South Africa comprehensively dominated the West Indies in the 1998-99 Test series, securing a 5-0 whitewash. The final Test saw South Africa win by 351 runs, leading to the entire Proteas team being named Player of the Match in a rare decision.

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India–EU Free Trade Agreement: Landmark deal set for signing after 18 years; pact to reshape exports

India-EU FTA: India and the EU are on the verge of sealing a landmark trade deal, marking India’s ninth trade pact in four years as both sides accelerate deal-making amid rising global protectionism. The agreement promises market access gains for Indian goods and services.

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Mahadevan: 'AR Rahman's music belongs to humanity' | Excl

In this candid conversation with ETimes, Shankar Mahadevan opens up about why creators losing rights is the most dangerous collapse point in the music ecosystem, how gatekeeping thrives when power is concentrated, and why music today risks becoming factory output instead of personal expression. He also responds to AR Rahman’s recent remarks on the slowdown of his Bollywood work and explains how Goongoonalo aims to rebuild trust, transparency, and dignity in music-making — without sacrificing commercial relevance.

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MAGA celebrates as Elon Musk again showers money; $10 million for Nate Morris in Kentucky

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Woman who gave Jake Lang ride after mob attack says she dropped him after learning he is pro‑ICE

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Top 5 South newsmakers of the day

Nayanthara and Trisha's reunion sparks fan excitement. PC Sreeram criticizes state power misuse in the Jana Nayagan censorship row. Chinmayi defends AR Rahman against allegations. Teasers for Varun Tej's Korean Kanakaraju and Nabha Natesh's Nagabandham also garnered attention. These events highlight a busy day in the South Indian film industry.

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‘Unfair & unjustified’: Jaishankar hits out at ‘selectively targeted’ Russian oil tariffs - what he told Polish FM

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held extensive talks with Poland's Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski, reviewing bilateral cooperation in economy, technology, and defense. Discussions also covered global and regional developments, with both nations emphasizing the need to counter terrorism and selective targeting in trade.

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Kriti shares Nupur's pre-wedding moments

Kriti Sanon shared unseen pics from sister Nupur's wedding in "Shaadi Dump Part 1," capturing colorful haldi, sangeet, hugs, dances, mehendi, and kaleera rituals. Pet statues honored dogs Disco, Phoebe, Zoey at the Mumbai reception. Emotional posts hailed Stebin Ben; she's set for Cocktail 2 with Shahid, Rashmika.

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Sutapa joins 2026 is the new 2016 trend and remembers Irrfan

Sutapa Sikdar, wife of the late Irrfan Khan, shared a touching Instagram post reminiscing about 2016, a year filled with cherished moments with her husband. She recalled significant events like meeting Tom Hanks and attending the Inferno premiere, highlighting how Irrfan's presence made those times complete. The post serves as a heartfelt tribute to the actor's enduring legacy.

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8th Pay Commission Update: Here’s When Central Government Employees May Get A Salary Hike

Central government employees may soon see progress on the long-awaited 8th Pay Commission, with fresh updates fuelling expectations of a salary revision in the next cycle. While the government has not yet announced a final implementation date, the framework is reportedly moving ahead, and discussions around timelines and methodology have picked up pace. The latest buzz gained traction after Assam became the first state to set up its own pay commission panel, sparking renewed interest across employee groups. However, experts say any actual payout could still take time. 8th Pay Commission: What’s The Latest? The 8th Pay Commission is expected to review salaries, allowances and pensions for central government employees, similar to the earlier pay revision cycles. The 7th Pay Commission’s tenure ended on December 31, 2025, making the 8th commission the next major step in the pay hike process. Reports indicate that the Union Cabinet has already cleared the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th Central Pay Commission, and the panel has begun groundwork. Typically, such commissions study pay structures, service conditions and inflation-linked factors before submitting recommendations. However, even if the revision is considered effective from January 1, 2026 (as widely anticipated in pay commission cycles), the actual pay hike and arrears depend on when the government approves the final recommendations. Timeline: When Can Employees Expect A Raise? While the pay commission process raises expectations of a near-term increase, experts believe implementation could realistically happen in FY2027-28, or may even spill over to FY2028-29, depending on how quickly recommendations are finalised and accepted. A major signal came from Assam, which has announced the formation of its own 8th State Pay Commission, becoming the first state to do so. This has triggered speculation that other states may also begin groundwork instead of waiting for the Centre’s final rollout. Still, the commission route is traditionally a long process, often taking around 18 months to submit recommendations after formal constitution. That means employees should be prepared for a waiting period, even if the effective date is set earlier and arrears are paid later. For now, the key takeaway is this: the pay revision cycle has begun, but the actual salary hike is likely to follow only after the report and government clearance.

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