Evening news wrap: PM Modi promises Rs 5 lakh free healthcare for women in Bengal; Iran hits out at US over nuclear rights & more | India News

PM Modi intensified his Bengal campaign, targeting TMC and promising Rs 5 lakh free healthcare and women-focused benefits. Iranian President Pezeshkian criticised the US and Donald Trump, questioning their authority to restrict Iran’s nuclear programme. Two Indian men were shot dead near Gurdwara Mata Sahib Kaur Ji in Italy during a Vaisakhi gathering late Friday…

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IPL 2026: ‘It might happen’- Shane Watson opens up on KKR’s plan to stop Virat Kohli | Cricket News

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli (ANI Photo) Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Shane Watson admitted his side are hoping for an early mistake from Virat Kohli when KKR face Royal Challengers Bengaluru in a crucial IPL 2026 clash on Wednesday.Kohli has once again been among RCB’s standout performers this season, scoring 379 runs in 11…

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LPG shortage: DK hotels continue dependence on firewood to cook | Mangaluru News

Mangaluru: Hotels across Dakshina Kannada, from small eateries to premium establishments, are continuing to depend on wood for cooking as an LPG shortage is still disrupting commercial kitchens.The crisis emerged in the wake of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which has affected fuel supplies. Though commercial LPG distribution has resumed, hotel and restaurant…

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Narendra Modi: Bengal polls: PM Modi’s ‘jhalmuri’ stop draws Mamata’s ‘bhelpuri’ counter offer | India News

PM Modi vs Mamata Banerjee NEW DELHI: West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday targeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent “jhalmuri” break during a campaign visit, alleging that the episode was staged.Addressing a poll rally at Bowbazar, Mamata claimed that arrangements at the roadside stall in Jhargram had been pre-planned, including security…

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7th duck of 2026! Abhishek Sharma falls for golden duck against Rajasthan Royals | Cricket News

Abhishek Sharma (Image credit: X) NEW DELHI: There was a stunned hush at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad as Abhishek Sharma fell for a golden duck against Rajasthan Royals.Known for his aggressive starts, Abhishek was dismissed off the very first ball of the match by Royals pacer Jofra Archer. Opening alongside Travis Head,…

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TOI Exclusive | Sabastian Sawe’s London blitz makes us marathoners believe limits are meant to be pushed: Sawan Barwal | More sports News

Sabastian Sawe (AP Photo) Impossible has been made possible at the London Marathon. A feat that looked out of reach for at least a few more years has now been achieved, and in truly spectacular fashion. For marathoners around the world, Sabastian Sawe’s feat was an unforgettable moment to witness — the breaking of the…

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Government says no plan to hike fuel prices despite OMCs incurring losses | India News

NEW DELHI: The government on Thursday said there was no plan to increase retail prices of petrol and diesel despite oil refiners incurring losses amid volatile crude prices in the international market due to the West Asia conflict.Sujata Sharma, joint secretary in the petroleum and natural gas ministry, said the government has kept pump prices…

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Oil Prices: Oil prices today: Crude falls in early trade on hopes of easing Middle East conflict

Oil prices fell in early trade on Friday, extending losses as optimism grew that the Middle East conflict may be nearing an end following a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and fresh signals of possible US-Iran talks over the weekend.Brent crude futures declined $1.34, or 1.35%, to $98.05 a barrel, while US West Texas…

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