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BBC Persian sent footage of Isfahan explosions
Video sent to the BBC shows flashes in the sky, while a large explosion can also be heard.
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Hindu nationalism now mainstream, thanks to Modi's decade in power
AHMEDABAD, India — Hindu nationalism, once a fringe ideology in India, is now mainstream. Nobody has done more to advance this cause than Prime Minister Narendra Modi, one of India’s most beloved and polarizing political leaders.
And no entity has had more influence on his political philosophy and ambitions than a paramilitary, right-wing group founded nearly a century ago and known as the RSS.
"We never imagined that we would get power in such a way," said Ambalal Koshti, 76, who says he… Read Full Article
Mboma 'did not lose hope' during 20-month lay-off
Sprinter Christine Mboma says an enforced hiatus impacted her mental health but she did not lose hope of a return.
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US calls for calm after officials say Israeli missile hit Iran
Antony Blinken says Washington was not involved in any offensive operation, as Iran downplays reports of attack.
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World’s biggest election kicks off as India votes
Millions of Indians are queuing up to cast their ballot in the first of the seven-phase election.