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India–Poland ties: EAM Jaishankar reviews economy, tech and defence cooperation; flags ‘selective targeting’

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held wide-ranging talks with Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski, reviewing bilateral cooperation in economy, technology and defence while exchanging assessments on global and regional developments amid heightened international uncertainty.In a post on X after the meeting, Jaishankar said the discussions provided “an opportunity for…

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Maha anti-conversion bill proposes 7-year jail, Rs 1 lakh fine | India News

MUMBAI: Maharashtra govt on Friday introduced a bill with stringent provisions to prevent religious conversions through coercion, fraud, or marriage if it involves inducement, coercion or deceit, joining other BJP-governed states that have enacted ‘freedom of religion’ laws. The Freedom of Religion Bill, 2026, tabled in the legislative assembly for debate sets a prison term…

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Chess | R Praggnanandhaa creates history, becomes first Indian to qualify for Candidates 2026 | Chess News

India’s Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa (FIDE/Eteri Kublashvili) Indian Grandmaster (GM) R Praggnanandhaa has secured his spot in the Candidates 2026 tournament by winning the FIDE Circuit 2025, becoming the only male player to represent India.The Chennai-based Grandmaster has demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the year, securing victories at multiple prestigious tournaments, including the Wijk Aan Zee Masters,…

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Healthcare shock for Americans! Medical insurance subsidies expired; millions stuck with hiked premiums

Millions of Americans face higher healthcare costs as enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits expired on January 1, 2026, despite efforts from both Republicans and Democrats to find a solution. The expiration affects over 20 million people who rely on these subsidies, with average premium costs more than doubling for most enrollees.The subsidies were part…

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Aviation oversight: Civil aviation ministry activates 24×7 passenger control room; aims faster grievance redressal

The civil aviation ministry has operationalised a round-the-clock Passenger Assistance Control Room (PACR) to address air travellers’ grievances more promptly, amid recent flight disruptions caused by operational issues and weather-related delays, PTI reported. The control room, which became functional on December 10, brings together officials from the ministry, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA),…

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