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PM Narendra Modi emphasised India's democratic roots, hailing the Constitution for national unity. He cited Dr Ambedkar, discussed Article 370's removal, and highlighted initiatives like GST and 'One Nation' schemes.

There are few individuals who risk their lives while making reels. Social media is flooded with such short clips. Recently, one such incident surfaced, in which a girl fell off a running train while making reels. Luckily, she escaped certain death suffering minor injuries.

Day 2 of the Lok Sabha debate on the Constitution's 75th anniversary saw BJP's Anurag Thakur counter Rahul Gandhi with reminders of Indira Gandhi's Emergency. Intense exchanges ensued.

The NIA charged Hakam Khan for aiding a terror attack on a pilgrim bus near Katra, Jammu and Kashmir. The June 9 incident killed eight pilgrims and the driver. Khan provided logistical support to terrorists.

MS Dhoni, a renowned cricketer, credits self-belief for his success. Retained by Chennai Super Kings for Rs 4 crore, he remains influential in IPL.

The Indian Navy invites applications for SSC Executive IT roles for June 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online from December 29, 2024, to January 10, 2025. A total of 15 posts are available.

Suchir Balaji, OpenAI whistleblower, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment. The 26-year-old's death is ruled as suicide. He had raised concerns about OpenAI's copyright practices.

Veteran actress Rekha's heartwarming hug with Agastya Nanda, grandson of Amitabh Bachchan, at Raj Kapoor's centenary in Mumbai goes viral. Rekha, known for her past with Amitabh, blessed Agastya amid a star-studded event.

Samarjitsinh Ranjitsinh Gaekwad, from the royal Gaekwad family, is India's wealthiest cricketer. Despite a low-profile cricket career, his vast fortune stems from royal heritage. He owns Laxmi Vilas Palace.

Veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, aged 97, was admitted to Delhi's Apollo Hospital with stable condition. PM Narendra Modi visited his residence to extend birthday wishes.

Tragedy struck Naharlagun, Arunachal Pradesh, as a water tank collapse at St Alphonsa School killed three students. Police detained staff for questioning.

Rashmika Mandanna expressed shock over Allu Arjun's arrest linked to a Hyderabad theatre stampede. The actress called the situation heartbreaking. Allu Arjun was released after bail.

The Indian Army seeks unmarried male and female candidates for Havildar, Naib Subedar roles under sports quota until Feb 28, 2025. Eligibility includes matriculation and notable sports achievements.

Persistent rain halted Day 1 of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test at The Gabba, with Australia scoring 280 in 13.2 overs. Usman Khawaja remained unbeaten on 19.

The Stanford University study reveals H1N1 PR8 flu virus can survive in refrigerated raw milk for five days, highlighting pasteurisation's importance amid bird flu outbreaks.