SALAR NEWS

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17 May, 2025

Judges dismiss national security charges against immigrants who enter new militarised zone at border

On 16 May, magistrate judges in New Mexico dismissed national security charges against immigrants crossing a new military zone near the US border, citing lack of evidence they saw posted signs. Over 120 cases were dismissed since late-April.

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17 May, 2025

I want to diversify and become a producer: costume designer Pia Benegal

Costume designer Pia Benegal, known for "Zubeidaa" and "Dil Se..", aims to diversify into production under her late father Shyam Benegal’s banner, SBSF. While continuing costume work, she plans to create fresh, modern stories reflecting her unique voice.

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17 May, 2025

Joaquin Phoenix moved to tears as 'Eddington' garners five-minute standing ovation at Cannes

On 17 May at Cannes, Ari Aster’s film Eddington earned a five-minute standing ovation. Joaquin Phoenix was moved to tears. Set in May 2020 during COVID-19, the Western stars Emma Stone, Austin Butler, and Pedro Pascal. Theatrical release: 18 July.

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17 May, 2025

Luke Evans joins cast of action thriller 'Traction'

Luke Evans and Noomi Rapace reunite for Lorraine Darrow’s action thriller Traction, where Rapace plays a former U.S. soldier on a dangerous mission in Chechnya. Filming begins in Spain this August, with Evans playing a cynical war photographer.

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17 May, 2025

Delhi: Teenager found dead in Seelampur's Central Park, murder investigation underway

On 16 May, a 16-year-old boy, Rehan alias Seelampuria, was found dead in Seelampur’s Central Park, Delhi. Discovered at 11.30pm by a patrolling constable, he was declared dead at JPC Hospital. A murder case has been filed; investigation is ongoing.

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17 May, 2025

Neeraj Chopra hits 90m, finishes 2nd in Doha in a "bitter-sweet" contest

Neeraj Chopra breached the 90m mark with a 90.23m throw but finished 2nd behind Julian Weber (91.06m) at the Doha Diamond League on 16 May. Kishore Jena placed 8th. Parul Chaudhary set a new national record in steeplechase, finishing 6th with 9:13.39.

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17 May, 2025

Microsoft admits to giving AI to Israeli military for war, denies Gaza harm

On 16 May, Microsoft admitted providing AI and cloud services to the Israeli military during the Gaza war, aiding hostage rescues. It denied evidence of harm to civilians, despite criticism and internal concerns. Over 50,000 have died in Gaza and Lebanon.

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17 May, 2025

Salman Rushdie's attacker sentenced to 25 years in prison

Hadi Matar, 27, who stabbed author Salman Rushdie on stage in 2022, leaving him blind in one eye, was sentenced on 16 May to 25 years in prison. Rushdie, 77, did not attend sentencing but shared a statement. Matar also faces federal terrorism charges.

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17 May, 2025

7 delegations to take India’s anti-terror message abroad: Govt

India will send seven all-party delegations later this month to key partner nations, including UN Security Council members, to convey a united message of zero tolerance against terrorism following the Pahalgam attack and Operation Sindoor, the govt said.

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17 May, 2025

NIA arrests two members of ISIS sleeper cell's module from Mumbai airport

On 16 May, the NIA arrested ISIS suspects Abdullah Faiyaz Shaikh and Talha Khan at Mumbai airport. Wanted in a 2023 Pune IED case, they had been hiding in Jakarta. Accused of plotting terror acts, they were part of a sleeper cell already chargesheeted.