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Iran executed at least 1,500 people in 2025, a 35-year record: Rights group

PARIS: Iran executed at least 1,500 people last year, the Norway-based Iran Human Rights group said on Thursday, in what it called an “unprecedented” hike in the use of capital punishment.“It is very alarming,” the group’s director, Mahmood Amiry-Moghaddam, said of the provisional toll.“It is unprecedented in the last 35 years. As long as Iran […]

2026’s Patriotic Films Lineup Begins with ‘Ikkees’

Mumbai, 1 January – The new year holds special significance not only for Bollywood but also for the nation. The year 2026 started with the release of the patriotic film ‘Ikkees’. This trend will continue throughout the year, with several highly anticipated films showcasing stories of national pride and bravery. The lineup includes war dramas, […]

Rajasthan Police Sets Key Priorities for 2026, Focus on Public Safety and Stronger Law Enforcement | Udaipur Kiran

Jaipur (Udaipur Kiran): Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Kumar Sharma has outlined the key priorities of the Rajasthan Police for the year 2026, emphasizing a people-centric, technology-driven, and effective policing system aimed at strengthening law and order across the state. Highlighting the roadmap for the coming year, the DGP said that public safety, crime […]

Air India Pilot Detained in Canada for Suspected Intoxication Before Flight | Udaipur Kiran

New Delhi, January 1 (Udaipur Kiran): An Air India pilot was taken into custody by Canadian authorities at Vancouver Airport after being suspected of being under the influence of alcohol just before operating a scheduled flight to India. The incident occurred on December 23, shortly before Flight AI-186 was set to depart for Delhi. According […]

Bolsonaro house arrest bid fails: Brazil top court rejects plea; health concerns dismissed

Former Brazil president Jair Bolsonaro (File photo) Brazil’s Supreme Court on Thursday turned down former president Jair Bolsonaro’s plea to serve his prison term under house arrest, according to a court ruling.Bolsonaro’s legal team had filed the request a day earlier, arguing that the 70-year-old should be allowed to remain at home on health grounds […]

I&B ministry denies directing edits to Dhurandhar, says changes proposed by makers | India News

NEW DELHI: The ministry of information and broadcasting (I&B) on Thursday denied reports claiming that it had directed edits to the blockbuster Hindi film Dhurandhar, asserting that no instructions were issued by the government to mute words or revise dialogues.Responding to reports that the Ranveer Singh–starrer’s theatrical cut was altered following ministry intervention, the I&B […]

Jewish leader says he’s glad Nikki Haley never became president, her ‘vile, anti-American’ son Nalin remained outside White House

Picture: Instagram/Nalin Haley Jewish leader Rabbi S Litvin said he’s been a longtime fan of Nikki Haley but he’s glad that Nikki Haley did not become the president because this way her ‘vile, anti-American’ son Nalin Haley could be kept out of the White House. The comment came after Nalin urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin […]

Head Constable Caught Red-Handed Taking Bribe in Sikar | Udaipur Kiran

Jaipur, January 1 (Udaipur Kiran): The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Wednesday arrested a head constable of Sadar Police Station, Neem Ka Thana, in Sikar district, while he was accepting a bribe of ₹10,000. The accused has been identified as Rajesh Kumar, Head Constable No. 171. According to the ACB, the action was taken following a […]

Why did Chelsea part ways with Enzo Maresca? Club reveals reason in official statement

Chelsea Football Club has officially confirmed the departure of head coach Enzo Maresca on Thursday (January 1), bringing an end to his 18-month stint at Stamford Bridge. The surprise announcement came amid a challenging Premier League run, with the club citing the need for a fresh approach to salvage the season. Chelsea’s official statement The […]

‘Disgusting’: MAGA meltdown over Mamdani taking oath as NYC mayor on Quran

As Zohran Mamdani took the oath as the New York City mayor on two Qurans, MAGA activists rejected the oath and condemned how NYC forgot 9/11. “Disgusting. We are an occupied country!” right-wing commentator Laura Loomer wrote while Steve Bannon accused the New York Times of ‘gushing’ about the move. The New York Times, in […]