The News Highlights

Monday, February 28, 2022

EU ups the ante with Russia; closes airspace, bans media

European Union announces new sanctions targeting Russian airlines, state-affiliated media.

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Russian ex-official: Putin’s plan is full victory by March 2

Former Russian deputy FM Fedorov says the first days of March are important in the Russian-Ukrainian war.

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Taliban conducting house-to-house sweep across Afghan capital

The Taliban says dozens of criminals, kidnappers and smugglers arrested in operations across Kabul and other cities.

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Thousands attend Ukraine solidarity march in Berlin

Police said 100,000 attended the protest in Germany, while organisers placed the number at half a million.

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Turkey dubs Russia invasion of Ukraine ‘war’ in shift of rhetoric

The decision could pave way for the NATO member state to enact an international pact limiting Russian naval passage.

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World's Largest Plane, Made In Ukraine, Destroyed By Russians: Minister

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"Be Strong": Daughter In Ukraine, Mother In Bengaluru, Comfort Each Other

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Sunday, February 27, 2022

2 Killed, 5 Hurt In Blast In Manipur Two Days Before Elections

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Map: Which countries are accepting Ukrainian refugees?

Nearly 120,000 people have fled Ukraine into Poland and other neighbouring countries, the UN has said.

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Shreyas Stars Again, India Claim Series vs SL With 11th Straight T20I Win

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Putin is a war criminal and should be treated as such

Throughout his long political career, the Russian president has been accused of countless atrocities.

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Video: Langar On Train For Students Fleeing Ukraine

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Saturday, February 26, 2022

Russia Restricts Facebook, Company Says Punished For Fact-Checking Posts

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‘Correction of history’: Syria president praises Ukraine invasion

Syrian leader tells President Putin assault on Ukraine is justified, aimed at 'restoring' post-Cold-War balance.

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German Spy Chief Was In Ukraine As Russia Attacked. How He Was Rescued

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China’s Xi speaks to Putin; calls for ‘negotiation’ with Ukraine

Chinese president says 'China supports Russia and Ukraine to resolve the issue through negotiation.'

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Russia To "Partially Restrict" Facebook, Accuses It Of Censorship

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Friday, February 25, 2022

Russian Transport Plane Crashes Amid Ukraine Crisis, Crew Killed

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Russia and the West are moving towards all out economic war

Putin's latest attack on Ukraine will be costly for the West on multiple fronts.

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Russian Troops Capture Chernobyl Power Plant

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UK unveils ‘most severe’ sanctions against Russia

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the measures target banks and members of President Vladimir Putin's closest circle.

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Despite West's Help, Ukraine Forces Vastly Outnumbered By Russia

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Thursday, February 24, 2022

'Conman Hounded Sara Ali Khan To Gift Car, Settled For...': Chargesheet

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UAE to order L15 planes from China as it diversifies suppliers

Defence ministry says it intends to sign a contract to buy a dozen of the training and light combat aircraft.

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Rajasthan BJP Chief Compares State Budget With "Dark-Skinned Bride"

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500-Year-Old Hanuman Idol Stolen From Tamil Nadu In 2012 To Be Returned

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On Buzz Over Possible Presidentship, A 'Surprised' Nitish Kumar Says This

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Some Superheroes Are Called Dad: Arrested Maharashtra Minister's Daughter

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Amit Shah's Peace Pitch In Manipur Dodges Controversial Law AFSPA

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Video: Passengers Cheer As Air India Flight Comes Home From Ukraine

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Pakistan’s PM Khan to visit Russia amid Ukraine tensions

Prime Minister Imran Khan and a high-level delegation due in Russia on Wednesday for a two-day official visit.

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"I Know Putin Well...": Donald Trump On Why Ukraine Crisis Happened

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Putin says backs separatists’ claim to Donbas region of Ukraine

Russian lawmakers vote unanimously in favour after Russian president asks for permission to deploy forces abroad.

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"Will Hurt A Lot": EU Ministers Agree On Sanctions Against Russia

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Tuesday, February 22, 2022

Timeline: Ukraine's Turbulent History Post Independence In 1991

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Ahmaud Arbery’s killers: motivated by race or vigilant defenders?

In closing argument at hate crime trial, prosecution says defendants 'thought the worst' of Arbery because he was Black.

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PM Should Keep "Ghaziabad Poet" To Identify Terrorists: Arvind Kejriwal

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The global economic system is in dire need of an overhaul

Its current structures cannot meet the challenges of the 21st century.

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Putin To Recognise Ukraine Rebel Territories As Independent Soon

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Ukraine Crisis Live Update: Russia To Recognise Ukraine Separatist Areas

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Regular International Flights Likely To Resume From March 15: Report

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Monday, February 21, 2022

Vladimir Putin: Diplomacy over Ukraine crisis must ‘intensify’

Russian president reiterated the need for NATO to take Moscow's demands for security guarantees seriously to avoid war.

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Can the Minsk Agreements lead to peace in Ukraine?

Diplomats say upholding 2015 accords is way forward despite repeated violations.

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Russia and Belarus extend military drills amid Ukraine tensions

The stay of Russian troops draws Western concerns with Blinken saying it is a sign of an imminent invasion of Ukraine.

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Row Over Cartoon By BJP On Ahmedabad Blasts Verdict, Twitter Removes It

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Nigeria air attack kills children in Niger: Official

The attack took place in the village of Nachade in the region of Maradi, wounding five others, local governor says.

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"God Save The Queen": Support Pours In For Covid-Positive Queen Elizabeth

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"Navjot Sidhu Losing Touch With People In Punjab": Congress MP

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Suryakumar, Venkatesh Star As India Beat WI In 3rd T20I, Sweep Series 3-0

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At Farhan-Shibani's Wedding, A Performance By Hrithik And The Groom

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Sunday, February 20, 2022

Video: Air India Pilots Ace UK Storm Landing, Praised As "Very Skilled"

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Who’s telling the truth on the Ukraine conflict?

Russia and the United States are accused of spreading misinformation as tensions rise over Ukraine.

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Germany sees ‘moment of truth’ for Iran nuclear talks

German chancellor says there is now an opportunity for a deal to be reached and sanctions lifted.

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Canada police use pepper spray, stun grenades to clear protesters

Officers say 'assaultive and aggressive' behaviour led them to use 'chemical irritant' to disperse demonstrators.

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75 "Gobar-Dhan" Plants To Save Cities From Garbage Landfills: PM Modi

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'Dravid Suggested Retirement': Saha Slams Team Management After India Axe

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Australia Accuses Chinese Warship Of Shining Laser At Its Patrol Plane

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Saturday, February 19, 2022

Is war in Ukraine inevitable?

Diplomacy intensifies as shelling and fighting increases in eastern Ukraine.

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As France withdraws from Mali, experts call for new EU approach

Security experts call on the EU to develop a more 'people-centred' approach towards security in Africa.

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Tunisia’s talks with the IMF: What’s at stake?

President Saied faces tough challenge as he tries to balance international lenders' conditions, needs of Tunisians.

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Former officer sentenced to two years in Daunte Wright’s death

Former suburban Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter receives lesser sentence after shooting Wright at traffic stop.

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Arvind Kejriwal Accusations Bring Amit Shah, CS Channi On The Same Page

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Student Told to Remove Tilak From Forehead To Enter Karnataka College

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"They Have Been Looting Punjab": Arvind Kejriwal Hits Out At Opposition

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2nd T20I: Kohli, Pant Fifties Guide India To Series-Clinching Win Over WI

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Millions Tune In To Watch Pilots Land In London As Storm Eunice Rages

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Friday, February 18, 2022

On Kumar Vishwas's Arvind Kejriwal Attack, A U-Turn 2 Days Before Voting

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Biden warns Russia could attack Ukraine within days

Joe Biden says there was 'every indication' Russia was prepared to attack Ukraine amid rising tensions.

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Nirmala Sitharaman's Sharp Rebuttal After Manmohan Singh Attacks PM Modi

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"I'm Receiving Blessings": Amid UP Polls, PM's Outreach To Muslim Women

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Porcupine Invasion In Kashmir Orchards. Thousands Of Trees Damaged

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BJP Indicates Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh Will Get Another Chance

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Mumbai Man Jumps In Front Of Train With Child Who Survives

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Thursday, February 17, 2022

Bizarre "Mind Control" Angle In Car Incident At NSA Ajit Doval's Home

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Saudi Arabia: 28,000 apply for 30 female train drivers’ posts

Volume of applicants reflects scale of pent up demand as conservative kingdom opens more opportunities to women.

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1st T20I: Ravi Bishnoi Steals The Show As India Beat WI By 6 Wickets

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US-Mexico avocado spat is already causing shortages

The ban on avocado imports from a key region in Mexico is putting pressure on California to produce more of the fruit.

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Odisha Man Was Arrested For 14 Marriages. Now 3 More Wives Surface

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