Monika

Monika is a news hound, obsessed with getting the story right. With over four years of experience reporting on news in this ever-changing environment, Monika has developed an interest in reporting on breaking stories and doing in-depth analysis. The topics Monika writes on vary from politics to social problems, entertainment, sports, technology, and culture. She strives to keep her readers informed while challenging their critical thinking and initiating meaningful discussions on issues molding the world into an amazing reality.

1st Test: Tongue’s Four-Wicket Haul Restricts India to 471 Despite Pant’s Brilliant 134
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​​​​​​​The tourists, who had at one stage seemed poised for a colossal total of between 500 and 600, were served with a disastrous collapse in batting with their last seven wickets falling for only 41 runs.
Pant Smashes Dhoni’s 12-Year-Old Record with Stunning Century at Headingley in 1st Test
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​​​​​​​The milestone was achieved during the first Test against England at Headingley, another highlight of Pant's incredible red-ball career.
Sonia Gandhi Criticizes Centre for "Surrender of Values" Amid Iran-Israel Conflict
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The offensive has triggered a perilous round of retaliatory strikes with missiles and drones between the two countries, creating increasing instability throughout the Middle East.
Make GST registration easier using technology, risk-based parameters, Says Nirmala Sitharaman
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Speaking at a conclave of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) in New Delhi, Sitharaman directed the officials to prepare a tangible action plan to improve different areas of taxpayer services.
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‘Still Didn’t Learn’: Why Israel Targeted Hezbollah in Lebanon During Iran Tensions
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​​​​​​​On Friday, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) declared the targeted assassination of a senior Hezbollah commander in southern Lebanon in the need to rid itself of urgent threats against Israel's northern front.
Michael Vaughan Questions Stokes’ Call to Bowl First on Dry Headingley Surface
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Vaughan, in an interview on BBC's Test Match Special, described the call as surprising considering the conditions and the strengths of England at this time. "I am an old school traditionalist. Here at Leeds, when the sun is shining, with dry weather, you bat," he said bluntly.
Yashasvi Jaiswal Becomes First Batter to Average Over 90 Against England, Surpassing Don Bradman
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​​​​​​​With a classy, unbeaten 127 of captain Shubman Gill, a fluent century by Yashasvi Jaiswal, and a calm knock by vice-captain Rishabh Pant, India finished the day in complete command at 359/3.
Ajay Devgn Returns in ‘Son of Sardaar 2’—Arriving in Theaters on July 25
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Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the movie is a sequel to the 2012 blockbuster Son of Sardaar.
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Trump Finds It Difficult to Ask Israel to End Strikes on Iran
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Addressing journalists at his golf club in New Jersey at a fundraiser, Trump spoke about growing tensions and the efforts of Europe to mediate the crisis.
Neeraj Starts 2025 with Paris Diamond League Win, Falls Just Short of 90m
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His first throw of 88.16 meters was enough to win and hold off a tough challenge from Germany's Julian Weber.
Asim Munir Endorses Trump Nobel Nomination, White House Reacts
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​​​​​​​This was confirmed by White House spokesperson Anna Kelly, according to a report by Reuters.
Sensex Jumps 1,000+ Points Amid Easing Geopolitical Tensions
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Investor sentiment was supported after the United States showed willingness to negotiate diplatically with Iran and stated that a decision on support for Israel in the military domain would be taken within two weeks.
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Netanyahu Vows to Strike Iran’s Nuclear Sites—With or Without Trump’s Backing
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Spelling out his position firmly, Netanyahu indicated that Israel would not wait for authorization from the United States before striking at Iranian targets such as the well-protected Fordo underground nuclear facility.
Watch| SpaceX Starship Explodes in Static Fire Test Setback for Elon Musk's Ambitious Program
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Video of the explosion quickly spread across social media, showing the moment that a huge fireball burst from the vehicle's base triggered by what was meant to be a routine engine test.
On 55th Birthday, Rahul Gandhi Marks Fresh Start with Griha Pravesh at Sunehri Bagh Bungalow
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This spacious Type VIII bungalow was officially assigned to the Congress leader in August last year. With the completion of the housewarming ritual, Rahul has initiated the process of relocating to his new government accommodation.
Beijing’s Hacking Campaign: Infiltrating Russian Institutions for Military Secrets
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The tempo of these cyber attacks started picking up in May 2022—mere months since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.
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Prez Trump expresses 'keen interest' in forging trade partnership with Pakistan, Stated by Pak Army
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The statement was made after a high-profile meeting between President Trump and Pakistan Chief of Army Staff, General Asim Munir, at the White House on Wednesday.
Stokes Warns of Tough Challenge Despite Rohit, Kohli, and Ashwin Missing
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Stokes is of the view that the deep pool of talent available in India guarantees a closely contested affair irrespective of any changes in personnel.
Axiom Mission 4 Faces Further Delay; NASA Preparing New Launch Timeline
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Initially scheduled for Sunday, June 22, the flight has now been indefinitely delayed, and a new target is anticipated to be announced in the near future. The mission is a collaborative endeavor by NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX.
White House: Trump Poised to Make Iran Decision Within 14 Days
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, speaking on behalf of Trump, informed reporters: "Because of the fact that there's a fair likelihood of negotiations which can or cannot occur with Iran in the near future, I will determine within the next two weeks whether or not to go."
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Amit Malviya: Canada’s Recognition of Khalistani ‘Extremism’ a Major Result of PM Modi’s Visit
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Malviya underscored this evolution in a social media post, where he posted an excerpt from a Canadian intelligence report that recognized the existence and activities of anti-India elements. "The first time 'extremism' has been officially used by Canada with respect to Khalistanis," he pointed out.
Google Launches Affordable Gemini 2.5 Flash Lite, Expands Access to 2.5 Flash and Pro for All Users
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​​​​​​​The new model was announced together with the mass roll-out of the Gemini 2.5 Flash and Pro models but as the most cost-efficient option in the Gemini 2.5 portfolio.
Dassault Teams Up with Anil Ambani's Reliance to Manufacture Falcon 2000 Jets in India
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The first India-made Falcon 2000 aircraft will be delivered by 2028, targeting domestic corporate customers as well as foreign markets, including possible military uses, Dassault said.
Former US Envoy Zalmay Khalilzad Says Gen Asim Munir 'Cannot Be Trusted'
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​​​​​​​Pointing to decades of distrust, Khalilzad reminded Trump of the Pakistani military's consistent history of accepting US aid while reportedly harboring those guilty of attacking US troops.
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Iran Warns US Against Intervention: 'Irreparable Damage' Threatened, Vows Not to Surrender
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​​​​​​​Defiantly rejecting pressure from Washington, Khamenei proclaimed, "Never," in response to Trump's call for Iran's "unconditional surrender."
Canadian PM Carney Urges Caution in Remarks on Nijjar Case
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When asked if he had brought up the issue of Nijjar's killing in his recent discussion with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the periphery of the G7 Summit, Carney said, "We have had a discussion, the prime minister and I, regarding the need to have the law enforcement to law enforcement… cooperation directly, the need to address transnational repression, as I mentioned including when we met."
QS Rankings 2026: Record 54 Indian Institutes Featured, IIT Delhi Leads the Pack
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​​​​​​​At the helm of the Indian group is the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), which has jumped to the 123rd ranking worldwide, a huge leap from its last year's ranking of 150.
ENG vs IND: Rishabh Pant Confirms Shubman Gill to Bat at No. 4 in Leeds Test
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​​​​​​​This announcement was made by vice-captain and wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant during a pre-match press conference on Wednesday, putting to rest widespread speculation over the batting order following Virat Kohli’s retirement from the longest format.
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Trump Walks Back Claim of Preventing India-Pakistan War
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​​​​​​​In the morning, he had taken sole credit for ending the hostilities, but by afternoon, he changed tone and credited restraint by the two nations' leaders—without depicting himself as an arbiter.
Stokes Says India Will Miss Virat Kohli’s ‘Fighting Spirit’ in England Tests: ‘It’ll Be a Bit Weird Without No. 18’
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​​​​​​​Addressing the media before the first Test at Headingley, Stokes called Kohli a ruthless competitor whose absence would certainly be noticed on the field.
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