Mint Lounge | Gen Z is deeply connected to social media, but constant comparison & content overload can lead to mental and physical fatigue. Experts suggest mindful usage, digital detoxes, and building real-world connections to combat the negative effects.

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The victim identified as Ahad was beaten to death by a wooden stick by his 45-year-old father Naushad under the suspicion of stealing ₹500, said the police.

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A survey shows gold 🪙 is a key collateral for women entrepreneurs in Chennai seeking loans, but most prefer personal savings 💰, highlighting the need for better access to financing 💡

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In a touching move, a scrap dealer was seen gifting his son several iPhones, including the latest iPhone 16, as a special reward for excelling in his board exams. 📚

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Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud expressed concern about multiple lawyers mentioning the same case for listing in the Supreme Court, stating, “My personal credibility is at stake.”

He noted this new practice allows lawyers to secure dates by exploiting judicial responses.


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A Flipkart delivery agent was allegedly murdered while delivering an iPhone in Lucknow's Chinhat station area.

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Madhya Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla announced that the state government will hire 30,000 health professionals, including 3,000 doctors, to improve healthcare services across the state.


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Mussoorie buzzed with tourists as a stunning convoy of 71 Lamborghinis cruised through its streets 🚗💨, turning the iconic hill station into a playground for supercar enthusiasts.

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Ahead of its Big Billion Days Sale, Flipkart launched a Bengaluru campaign offering auto-rickshaw rides for just Re 1 during peak traffic hours. 🚖💸

The promo quickly went viral, with netizens joking it's "harder than getting a reply from a crush." 😅

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Tech firm Journi's Chief Executive Officer, Andreas Roettl, recently shared a post on LinkedIn stating that firing employees is necessary and deserves the same attention as hiring. 🚪🔄

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Elections With Mint | Jammu and Kashmir's assembly elections, the first in a decade, concluded with a 65.58% turnout in the final phase. Udhampur led at 73%, and Baramulla at 55.7%

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Amid a police inquiry and criticism from the Madras High Court, viral screenshots from Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation website show pictures of his feet being sold for ₹3,200 🖼️💸, sparking backlash from netizens who said they've "lost all respect" for him. 😠💥

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The Israeli military said Tuesday that Iran has fired missiles at Israel, and air raid sirens sounded across the country as residents were ordered to remain close to bomb shelters.

Israel and the United States have warned there would be severe consequences if Iran attacks.

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US president Joe Biden directed the US military to aid Israel’s defense against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles targeting Israel, the White House National Security Council said.

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Sebi tightens rules to cool F&O frenzy | Bacardi, Pernod, others pulled up for surrogate ads | Corporate credit quality strengthens in FY25

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Personal Finance | For many first-time borrowers, personal loans can help cover additional expenses. However, it's vital to borrow wisely to avoid future financial issues.

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Sadhguru's Isha foundation released a statement saying that the organisation doesn't ask people to get married or take up monkhood as these are individual choices.

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‘Iran made a big mistake, and will pay for it,’ says Israeli PM Netanyahu after missile attack

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has warned that Iran will face consequences for launching missile strikes on Israel. Speaking at the start of a Security Cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, "Iran made a big mistake, and it will pay for it." He added that Israel would respond to any attacks with counter-attacks.

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India is set to introduce facial recognition technology for international air travel, with a pilot project planned for June 2025, according to Digi Yatra Foundation CEO Suresh Khadakbhavi, as per report.

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