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Have you ever been in a situation with your partner where no matter what you say, it feels like you’re speaking different languages? You’re not alone. Melinda French Gates, American philanthropist and author, addresses this in her quote from the book ‘The Moment of Lift’ as she says: “When people can’t agree, it’s often because there is no empathy, no sense of shared experience. If you feel what others feel, you’re more likely to see what they see. Then you can understand one another. Then you can move to the honest and respectful exchange of ideas that is the mark…

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SEBINew Delhi, Markets regulator Sebi has streamlined the process of crediting securities to dematerialised accounts by doing away with the requirement of letter of confirmation, a move that will reduce the period of transfer of securities from 150 days to 30 days.In a circular issued on Friday, Sebi said presently listed companies and registrars to an issue and share transfer agents (RTAs) issue a letter of confirmation (LOC) to investors, which is submitted to the depository participant for credit of securities. This process generally takes around 150 days.To enhance investor convenience and reduce timelines and risks, the regulator has decided…

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The development came as Thursday marked the end of the pact, which had imposed the final remaining restrictions on the nuclear arsenals of the United States and Russia, the two nations possessing the world’s largest stockpiles, leaving, for the first time in over five decades, no legally binding constraints in place.Responding on his social media platform, Trump criticised the agreement, calling it “a badly negotiated deal by the United States” that was “being grossly violated.” He said, “Rather than extend ‘NEW START’ — a badly negotiated deal by the United States that, aside from everything else, is being grossly violated…

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Actor Maniyanpilla Raju | Photo Credit: S. MAHINSHA Actor-producer Maniyanpillai Raju is allegedly involved in a hit-and-run incident in Thiruvananthapuram that occurred late Thursday (February 5, 2026) in which two youths were injured after the actor’s car reportedly knocked down their motorcycle.According to the Museum police, a case has been registered in connection with the accident, which occurred near Trivandrum Club at Vazhuthacaud around 10 p.m. The injured have been identified as Nivedith Krishna and Suraj, both natives of Thiruvananthapuram.The police stated that the actor is suspected to have been driving the car at the time of the incident and…

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi was shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Model Town in Jalandhar on Friday, PTI reported.Police said Oberoi was in his Thar vehicle at the time of the attack on the local leader.A probe is underway. More details awaited.Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source(You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel) Source link

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New Delhi: Breast, cervical and ovarian cancer cases have risen steadily in India over the past five years, with deaths also increasing, according to new government data tabled in Parliament — underscoring the growing burden of cancers that largely affect women and the urgency of early detection.Figures from the National Cancer Registry Programme show breast cancer cases rose from about 2.13 lakh in 2021 to nearly 2.4 lakh in 2025. Cervical cancer cases increased from around 77,000 to over 79,000, while ovarian cancer cases climbed from about 45,000 to nearly 49,500 over the same period.Deaths have followed a similar upward…

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According to the report, although teacher shortages are only part of a wider structural challenge, the real weakness in Pakistan’s education system is not enrollment — it is retention.Islamabad, Pakistan’s education system falters at the transition from primary to secondary education, where a girl completing Grade 5 encounters “an invisible wall”. With distant middle schools, unsafe transport, male-dominated teaching staff and hesitant families, girls are left behind after primary school, while the state failed to act, a report said on Thursday. Writing for Pakistani daily, The Express Tribune, Nishat Riaz, Chief Executive of Malala Fund Pakistan, said that this is…

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Kristen Stewart says Princess Diana has never really left her life. Years after stepping into the late royal’s world for Spencer, the acclaimed actress known for her breakout role in The Twilight Saga, has revealed a profound and ongoing emotional connection to Princess Diana of Wales, more than four years after portraying her in the critically praised 2021 biographical drama Spencer. The actor admits the experience still lingers every time she moves through the cities that defined Diana’s story and legacy.Kristen Stewart opened up about her love for Princess DianaIn a recent interview, Kristen Stewart reflects on how deeply the…

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Last Updated:February 06, 2026, 09:14 ISTGoogle Pixel 10a launch is confirmed for this month and the company could bring a device with familiar traits.Google Pixel 10a launch is confirmed for this month and we also know when the new model will be open for pre-orders across countries, including India. There have been rumours about Google planning to bring its new a-series model a little earlier than usual and this official teaser from the company confirms those reports and also gives us more details about the Pixel 10a model, including its design and some of the expected features. The Pixel 10a…

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Batteries have become deeply embedded in modern life. From laptops, mobile phones, wearable devices such as smartwatches and wireless earphones, to power tools, electric vehicles (EVs), and large-scale battery energy storage systems, batteries now underpin both personal convenience and critical infrastructure. A newer trend is also emerging, with batteries being integrated directly into household appliances, ranging from induction cooktops to refrigerators, alongside the rise of energy storage systems. These developments collectively point to a future saturated with batteries, making energy storage a foundational pillar of economic growth, energy security, and the clean energy transition.Dominant, not a perfect solutionAmong the various…

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