Anti-Christian Hostilities in India Increase over Prior Years

Sukra Madi was beaten for his faith on June 21, 2025 in Kotamateru village, Malkangiri District, Odisha state, India. (Manglu Madi for Morning Star News) NEW DELHI (Morning Star News) – Hostilities against Christians increased in 2025, with 747 incidents of violence, intimidation and discrimination marking a continued rise over prior years, according to the Religious…

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‘Sab jaan gaye notebandi kyun hua,’ Ravi Kishan slams people calling ‘Dhurandhar 2’ a propaganda film: ‘Samaaj ka aaina hai’ | Hindi Movie News

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ directed by Aditya Dhar, continues to make headlines as it garners praise from both audiences and critics. The film has been creating a storm at the box office and the internet is filled with fan theories, memes and conversations about the film. Many celebs also have showered praise on the Aditya Dhar…

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America’s research engine stalls: NIH funding slowdown rattles labs, careers, and scientific ambition

A midyear slowdown in funding by the National Institutes of Health, highlighted by the Association of American Medical Colleges, has disrupted research timelines across US universities. Fewer grants and delayed disbursements are forcing institutions to cut back, while early-career scientists face mounting uncertainty, raising concerns over long-term scientific progress and funding stability. Something is off-tempo…

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US left without functioning vaccine panel as adviser says ‘drama distracts’ | US healthcare

Amid upheaval to the US vaccine advisory committee Robert Malone, the former co-chair and controversial figure who has opposed vaccines, says he has been pushed out and will not be involved in any future decisions. The move comes after a federal judge stayed the appointment of 13 members of the advisory committee on immunization practices…

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Cropped 25 March 2026: Seabed mining talks stall | ‘Blueprint’ for land use | India feels Iran war impacts

We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food and nature over the past fortnight. This is an online version of Carbon Brief’s fortnightly Cropped email newsletter. Subscribe for free here. Seabed mining talks stall UNFINISHED BUSINESS: The International Seabed Authority (ISA) ended a two-week meeting in Kingston, Jamaica, without…

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Dhurandhar 2: Shiva Rajkumar reviews Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge, lauds Aditya Dhar’s vision: ‘Absolutely fantastic’ | Hindi Movie News

The buzz around Dhurandhar: The Revenge shows no signs of fading even as the film completes a week in theatres. Directed by Aditya Dhar and led by Ranveer Singh, the spy thriller continues its dream run at the box office, drawing praise from across industries. The latest to join the chorus is Kannada superstar Shiva…

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‘Reaching playoffs isn’t enough’: LSG owner lays down marker for Rishabh Pant to earn ‘respect’ | Cricket News

Rishabh Pant, Sanjiv Goenka Ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season, Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) owner Sanjiv Goenka said that reaching the playoffs is not enough and that the team must win the title to earn “respect”.Goenka said the franchise is still shaping its identity and that success in the league is measured…

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