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BJP Withdraws Support to NC in Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council

The BJP pulling of the plug also means that Chief Executive Councillor Feroz Ahmad Khan-led Council would reel in crisis. from Top Politics News- News18.com

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By BY THE LEARNING NETWORK from NYT The Learning Network

'Rightly Pointed Out': TMC after Cong says Mamata 'Pillar' for Non-BJP Opposition  

After Mamata Banerjee's letter to opposition leaders calling for a united fight against BJP, Congress's Abhishek Manu Singhvi had tweeted that non-BJP opposition "is the need of the hour," adding that Mamta is a "pillar of that" from Top Politics News- News18.com

'Experience Has More Power... Take it Across India': PM Modi's Wisdom for 72 Retiring Rajya Sabha MPs

The experience gathered as a member of this House should be taken to all four directions of the country, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rajya Sabha on Thursday. from Top Politics News- News18.com

Stephen Colbert Condemns Trump’s Digging for Dirt During a War

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By BY TRISH BENDIX from NYT Arts

How a Restaurant, and our Photographer, Overcame Omicron

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By BY GARY HE from NYT Times Insider

A Day After Assam-Meghalaya Boundary Agreement, TMC Delegation Visits Disputed Border Villages 

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma signed the boundary pact with Assam, ending the 50-year-old boundary dispute in six of 12 areas shared between the two states from Top Politics News- News18.com

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By BY ISAAC ARONOW AND DOUG MENNELLA from NYT Gameplay

Putin’s war is complicating India’s middle path among the global powers.

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By BY MUJIB MASHAL from NYT World

BJP Fact-Finding Panel Indicts TMC Over Birbhum Killings, Seeks Centre’s Intervention

The five-member committee’s report has alleged that the Birbhum killings were the result of a dispute over sharing of “extortion money” between TMC cadre. from Top Politics News- News18.com

Hong Kong is running low on coffins amid its deadliest Covid wave.

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By BY JOHN YOON from NYT World

A Brutal Russian Playbook Reapplied in Ukraine

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By BY CARLOTTA GALL from NYT World

After Mass Shooting, a Town in Arkansas Struggles to Move Forward

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By BY RICHARD FAUSSET from NYT U.S.

Do Russian Oligarchs Have a Secret Weapon in London’s Libel Lawyers?

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By BY DAVID SEGAL from NYT Business

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By BY ISAAC ARONOW AND DOUG MENNELLA from NYT Gameplay

Mamata Writes Letter to Opposition Leaders Calling for United Fight Against 'Oppressive BJP Regime'

Mamata Banerjee, who has written a letter to the CMs as the Trinamool Congress chairperson, sought commitment to the cause of a unified and principled opposition that will make way for the "government that the country deserves" from Top Politics News- News18.com

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Here are the latest developments from Ukraine.

By BY JESUS JIMÉNEZ from NYT World

Pramod Sawant Takes Oath as Goa CM for Second Term in Presence of PM Modi 

Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai administered the oath to Pramod Sawant \and eight other BJP MLAs as cabinet ministers from Top Politics News- News18.com

In Latest 'Pro-People' Move, Bhagwant Mann Apes Kejriwal Model in Punjab, Promises Doorstep Delivery of Ration

The chief minister also asked the people to report to the government in case they got lesser grains or their quality was unsatisfactory. from Top Politics News- News18.com

The summit is a sign of a shift in the Middle East.

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By BY PATRICK KINGSLEY from NYT World

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett of Israel tests positive for the coronavirus.

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By BY PATRICK KINGSLEY from NYT World

Only a few Arab leaders have visited Israel before.

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By BY PATRICK KINGSLEY from NYT World

‘I Ran Home to Grab a Measuring Tape and Then Returned’

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By Unknown Author from NYT New York

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Undeterred by Poll Drubbing, TMC Decides to Stay Put, Expand Presence in Goa

In a review meeting held on Saturday to dissect its poor performance in the Goa Assembly poll, the TMC decided to stay in Goa for the next five years to build up and expand the party there from Top Politics News- News18.com

Villagers Returning to Bogtui in Rampurhat Amid Heightened Security, CBI Starts Probe

With additional security measures like installation of CCTV cameras and improved police presence local residents have begun returning to Rampurhat from Top Politics News- News18.com

Here are the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.

By BY AUSTIN RAMZY from NYT World

Video: Residents of Mariupol desperately try to escape a city under siege.

By BY YOUSUR AL-HLOU, MASHA FROLIAK, BEN LAFFIN AND BENJAMIN FOLEY from NYT World

Public Health Catastrophe Looms in Ukraine, Experts Warn

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By BY APOORVA MANDAVILLI from NYT Health

UP Governor Administers Oath of Pro-tem Speaker to BJP MLA Ramapati Shastri

An eight-time MLA, Shastri was the social welfare minister in the previous Yogi Adityanath government from Top Politics News- News18.com

As Adams Toughens on Crime, Some Fear a Return to ’90s Era Policing

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By BY KATIE GLUECK AND ASHLEY SOUTHALL from NYT New York

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Despite Being SP MLA, Not Invited to Today’s Party Meet: Akhilesh’s Uncle Shivpal Yadav

Shivpal Yadav, PSP leader and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav's uncle, had fought the election on SP symbol, as part of the alliance from Top Politics News- News18.com

How Are We Still Debating Interracial Marriage in 2022?

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By BY JAMELLE BOUIE from NYT Opinion

How Ketanji Brown Jackson Can Wield Influence Without Wielding Power

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By BY JAMAL GREENE from NYT Opinion

'Dancing' Politicians: After Baghel & Shivraj, Siddaramaiah Busts Moves in Perfect Sync | WATCH

The local dance form is performed as part of the festivities for the deity in his village from Top Politics News- News18.com

Karina Yan Glaser’s First Non-Vanderbeekers Novel

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By BY PADMA VENKATRAMAN from NYT Books

Word of the Day: mettlesome

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By BY THE LEARNING NETWORK from NYT The Learning Network

Jimmy Kimmel: Ted Cruz ‘Outslimed Himself’ This Week

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By BY TRISH BENDIX from NYT Arts

‘Gangsta Night’ Was Supposed to Be Fun. Some Thought It Was Racist.

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By BY KIMIKO DE FREYTAS-TAMURA from NYT New York

Dear C.E.O.s: If You’re Still Operating In Russia, You’re Doing it Wrong

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By BY ‘SWAY’ from NYT Opinion

In Rampurhat after 3 Days of Arson, Mamata Offers Jobs, Ex-gratia; BJP Says 'Cat on Hajj after Killing 100 Mice'

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday reached Bogtui village, where eight people were burnt alive earlier this week, and spoke with the family members of those killed from Top Politics News- News18.com

Why Are Rolex Watches Even More Expensive Right Now?

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By BY ALEX WILLIAMS from NYT Style

Word of the Day: in absentia

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Here are the latest developments.

By BY AZI PAYBARAH from NYT World

'Yes We're Slaves of Nehru-Gandhi Family': Rajasthan MLA's Remark Stirs Row

In a video that is going viral on social media, MLA Sanyam Lodha could be seen saying, "yes we are slaves of Nehru-Gandhi family and we will remain their slaves till our last breath" from Top Politics News- News18.com

Online Brands Try a Traditional Marketing Strategy: Physical Stores

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By BY ELLEN ROSEN from NYT Business

Word of the Day: circumlocution

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By BY THE LEARNING NETWORK from NYT The Learning Network

Birbhum Violence News LIVE Updates: SIT at Rampurhat, Barricades Outside Village, Matter in Calcutta HC at 2pm; BJP Gives Notice in Parl

8 people were charred to death in a village in Birbhum soon after the murder of a local TMC leader on Monday. The incident has sparked a massive political storm from Top Politics News- News18.com

Late Night Sees Through Republican Questions for Ketanji Brown Jackson

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Dhami to Be Sworn in Tomorrow, Sawant On March 28, PM Modi to Attend Both Grand Ceremonies

The swearing-in ceremony of Pramod Sawant as Goa's chief minister will be held on March 28 and prominent BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will attend the event. from Top Politics News- News18.com

For Russian Aristocrats, Paris Was a Glittering Expat Playground — Until 1917

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By BY REBECCA REICH from NYT Books

Maurya, Sharma to Return, Dalit Face for 3rd Deputy? BJP Calculates '24 Results as it Chalks Out Yogi's Team

Former Uttarakhand governor and now Agra Rural MLA Baby Rani Maurya is the front-runner for the post of chief minister Yogi Adityanath's third deputy from Top Politics News- News18.com

Word of the Day: demeanor

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Zelensky condemns Russian attacks on protesters and children.

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By BY JESUS JIMÉNEZ from NYT World

Maharashtra to Probe Alleged Misuse of Funds Under Prajwala Scheme of Previous BJP Govt

The Prajwala scheme was launched in 2019 by the then government aiming at creating awareness about legal matters, social and financial knowledge among members of women Self Help Groups (SHGs) from Top Politics News- News18.com

A China Eastern Airlines plane crashes in Guangxi.

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By BY CHRIS BUCKLEY from NYT World

LS Bypolls: TMC's Shatrughan Sinha, Babul Supriyo File Nomination as Candidates from Bengal's Asansol, Ballygunge

While Babul Supriyo quit the BJP and joined the TMC last year, Shatrughan Sinha joined the party two days after Bengal CM and party supremo Mamata Banerjee said he will contest the Asansol assembly seat on party's ticket from Top Politics News- News18.com

What’s on TV This Week: ‘Atlanta’ and the Academy Awards

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By BY GABE COHN from NYT Arts

What to Watch as Jackson’s Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings Begin

By BY CARL HULSE from NYT U.S.

Ministers' 5-Yr Report Card, Shah in UP, Venue Decoration: How BJP Is Prepping for Yogi Govt 2.0

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with 200 VVIP guests and 45,000 beneficiaries of central and state government schemes will also witness the historic swearing-in ceremony from Top Politics News- News18.com

Biden plans to travel to Europe in a diplomatic push against Russia.

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By BY AUSTIN RAMZY from NYT World

'First Step Towards Oppn Unity': Sharad Yadav's LJD Party Merges with Lalu's RJD After 25 Years

Yadav's decision to merge his party marks his coming together with Lalu Prasad after more than three decades, with both leaders seen to be at a fag end of their political career from Top Politics News- News18.com

Here are the latest developments in the war in Ukraine.

By BY AZI PAYBARAH from NYT World

In Race to 2024, BJP Doesn't Let Celebratory Mood Come in the Way of Analysing Losses

A senior BJP leader said that reviewing the election results has always been the BJP's natural strategy from Top Politics News- News18.com

On Eve of Confirmation Hearings, G.O.P. Steps Up Attacks on Jackson

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By BY CARL HULSE from NYT U.S.

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OP Rajbhar Shuns Speculations of Meeting Amit Shah, Says Old Photo With Home Minister Being Made Viral

OP Rajbhar said that his party will have a joint programme with SP in Ghazipur on March 28 and will be contesting the upcoming local body polls with SP. from Top Politics News- News18.com

Utility Bills Piled Up During the Pandemic. Will Shut-offs Follow?

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By BY PATRICK MCGEEHAN from NYT New York

Dentist, Tax Officer, Agriculturist: Range of Roles New Punjab Cabinet Ministers Have Played

Punjab Governor Banwarilal Purohit administered the oath of office and secrecy to the ministers in the Raj Bhawan. from Top Politics News- News18.com

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Bhagwant Mann Cabinet Takes Oath With 8 New MLAs, No Giantslayers Included for Now

Labh Singh Ugoke and Charanjit Singh who defeated former CM Channi in both Bhadaur and Chamkaur Sahib were left out of state cabinet. from Top Politics News- News18.com

The Secret Is Out on This ‘Bridgerton’ Star

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By BY ALEXIS SOLOSKI from NYT Arts

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TMC's Nusrat Jahan Claims Bullet Train 'Not Suitable on Indian Soil', Minister Vaishnaw Hits Back with Taunt

Citing the soil texture of the country, the young MP claimed that the project is not feasible in the country as the Indian soil isn't equivalent to that in Japan. from Top Politics News- News18.com

Cong's Ghulam Nabi Azad, Other G-23 Leaders to Meet Sonia and Rahul Gandhi Soon

This meeting comes after a crucial Congress Working Committee meeting on March 14 in which the party’s poor performance in the recent assembly elections was discussed. from Top Politics News- News18.com

Word of the Day: fecundity

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