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The Taliban appear to be more clear-headed and rational than two decades ago, China said on Thursday, adding that Beijing was in talks with the group and called international powers to be more objective in dealing with the fast-evolving situation in Afghanistan. AP/PTI (AP)

Taliban clear-headed, rational than two decades ago: China

The Taliban appear to be more clear-headed and rational than two decades ago, China said on Thursday, adding that Beijing was in talks with the group and called international powers to be more objective in dealing with the fast-evolving situation in Afghanistan. Read More

Covid-19: Nearly 40 million beneficiaries did not get second vaccine shot within stipulated time, govt data shows

Nearly 40 million beneficiaries did not receive their second dose of a coronavirus vaccine within stipulated time, news agency PTI has reported. Read More

Will appear before ED, but…’: Former Maharashtra home minister on PMLA case

Former Maharashtra home minister Anil Deshmukh said on Thursday said he would appear before the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which had summoned him in connection with its probe into a money laundering case, "after the legal process is completed". Read More

Dravid came up to me and said 'Hi, I'm Rahul.' I was shocked and startled: India seamer Chetan Sakariya

Young India left-arm seamer Chetan Sakariya shared an interesting story of meeting the legendary Rahul Dravid for the first time during the Sri Lanka tour. Read More

Nine Perfect Strangers review: Nicole Kidman awakens her inner Osho in Hulu's hollow show

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Disney+ Hotstar plans set to change from Sept 1; Here’s everything you need to know

Disney+ Hotstar is one of the most popular OTT platforms in India. As of now, it offers all its content in one free tier and two paid tiers. Read More