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Ukraine conflict, tariffs and more: What to expect from Donald Trump-Vladimir Putin meet? Here’s what’s in it for India

“Had a telecon today with Finnish Foreign Minister,” Jaishankar posted on X. “Our discussions centered around the Ukraine conflict and its ramifications. India should not be unfairly targeted in that context. We have always advocated dialogue and diplomacy.”

Giraffes exhibit a unique, fragmented sleep pattern, taking dozens of micro-naps lasting only one to three minutes each. This strategy, averaging just 8.6 minutes of true sleep per night, allows them to remain alert to predators on open grasslands. Calves and giraffes in safer environments sleep longer, while REM sleep occurs briefly when lying down.

During his ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar, Rahul Gandhi experienced a security breach when an unidentified man hugged and kissed him on the shoulder in Purnea district. Security personnel quickly intervened, removing the man as Gandhi, accompanied by bikers including Tejashwi Yadav, continued his journey to Araria.

Mammootty’s latest action thriller ‘Kalamkaval’ has opened strongly, earning an estimated Rs 10.25 crore in its first two days. The film, featuring Vinayakan, saw a slight increase in collections on its second day. The plot follows a police investigation into missing women in early 2000s Kerala, with Mammootty delivering a compelling villainous performance.

During the launch of a government initiative, tensions flared between Jharkhand Finance Minister Radha Krishana Kishore and BJP MLA Shashibhushan Mehta. Mehta took aim at local officials and the status of the ‘Nal Se Jal Yojana’, expressing frustration over its slow progress.

Girls’ Generation’s Hyoyeon recently lauded BLACKPINK’s Lisa as the best dancer in K-pop during an interview with (G)I-DLE’s Shuhua. Hyoyeon, known for her own dancing skills, enthusiastically praised Lisa’s abilities, reaffirming her previous admiration for the BLACKPINK member’s talent and even envisioning her as a strong contender in dance battles.

Stock market recommendations: Somil Mehta of Mirae Asset Sharekhan recommends buying Apl Apollo Tubes Ltd, anticipating an uptrend after a flag pattern breakout, with targets set at Rs 1790. CDSL is also recommended for purchase, following a bullish consolidation breakout, aiming for a target of Rs 1670, as it resumes its upward trajectory.

The New York Liberty dominated the Indiana Fever with a 98-77 victory, showcasing their depth and strength. Breanna Stewart’s stellar performance led the Liberty, while the Fever struggled offensively without injured star rookie Caitlin Clark. The Liberty’s win highlighted their home advantage and sets the stage for the All-Star break.

‘TN has recorded 35% additional enrolment of women in higher education thanks to Naan Mudhalvan scheme’