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A retired doctor from Nagaur, Rajasthan fell victim to a cyber fraud where scammers posed as police officers and extorted a massive sum of 34 lakh INR by threatening him with false accusations.

Titan Group is entering a new fiscal year with a cautiously optimistic outlook, backed by a 350 to 400 million euro investment program for 2026, despite existing geopolitical uncertainties and economic pressures.

A teacher in Lucknow, India, was duped of 4.9 million rupees by a woman he met on a matrimonial app, who posed as a textile businesswoman from Mumbai.

A significant drug bust in Huelva led to the arrest of eight individuals and the seizure of 5,000 kilos of cocaine, marking the largest cocaine operation in the province's history.

Amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran, India has dramatically increased its purchase of Russian crude oil, buying 3 million barrels in just one week.

The article highlights three unique architectural homes for sale in Spain, showcasing their design and integration with the surrounding landscape.

Manchester United is reportedly in advanced talks for a double transfer deal valued at £113 million, amid a strong run of form under interim manager Michael Carrick.

Trastor's General Assembly is scheduled today to approve a dividend distribution of €0.04 per share before proceeding with a capital increase of €150 million.

A priest in Czechia who has dedicated decades to feeding the homeless now faces a significant fine exceeding 10 million crowns.

The municipality of Humppila faces a severe economic crisis triggered by a massive increase in unemployment penalties.

Ukrainian officials report that Russia plans to relocate over one million people to the Donetsk region by 2045, aiming to nearly double the current population.

The article discusses proposed changes to the Public Transport Law in Poland that could severely impact POLREGIO and force it to repay 770 million PLN to the State Treasury.

The organizers of remote gambling in Estonia have donated over 1.4 million euros to the Ministry of Finance, navigating tax obligations due to legal loopholes.

The final of MasterChef Celebrity attracted over 1.3 million viewers, marking a significant achievement in television ratings for the competition.

Nearly 4 million PIP claimants in the UK are invited to participate in a crucial review of the benefit system by providing their feedback before a set deadline.

An Argentinian family has acquired Aroona Station in the Northern Territory for $44 million, marking their fifth purchase in the region.

The trailer for 'Spider-Man: A New Day' has set a record for the most views in 24 hours, surpassing 718.6 million views shortly after its release.

Brazilian pharmacies sold nearly half a million boxes of weight loss pens in January this year, predominantly to women averaging 47 years of age, with Mounjaro leading in sales.

A former residence of Pink Floyd guitarist David Gilmour, reflecting the extravagant essence of the 70s, is currently for sale for about $1.5 million.

The University of California, Berkeley, will pay $1 million and reform its antisemitism policies following a settlement with the Brandeis Center.

A retired doctor in Nagaur, India, fell victim to a fraudulent scheme involving a phone call from someone impersonating a police officer, resulting in a loss of 34 lakh rupees.

The results for contest 6980 of the Quina lottery were announced, with no winners for the top prize, leading to an accumulation of R$ 2 million.

The results of Brazil's Timemania lottery contest 2369 were announced, with no winners of the jackpot and a total accumulation of R$ 13 million for the next draw.

The results of contest 1190 of the Brazilian lottery Dia de Sorte were announced, showing an accumulated prize of R$ 4.5 million.

The results of the Lotofácil contest 3640 were announced, with no winners for the main prize, leading to a jackpot of R$ 12 million.

A hospital supply company has suspended deliveries to facilities in Cuiabá due to a debt of around R$ 8 million owed by the local government, affecting elective surgeries and emergency care.

The U.S. Army has contracted Hadrian Automation Inc. to manufacture drones in Texas, investing $80 million in advanced automated production amidst rising tensions with Iran.

The World Baseball Classic final saw historic viewership with over 10 million people tuning in to watch Venezuela defeat Team USA, 3-2.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has opened its first office in Gabon to better serve local businesses and invest 400 million dollars into the country's economy.

The Governor of Guerrero, Evelyn Salgado Pineda, announced an investment of over 97 million pesos for infrastructure projects in the Sierra de Chilpancingo during her visit to Jaleaca de Catalán.

Unilever Mexico plans to invest 9.4 billion pesos in expanding two plants in the State of Mexico, as part of the federal initiative called Plan Mexico.

London’s Natural History Museum had a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors in 2025, making it the UK's most popular attraction.

Researchers have created an artificial colony of over a million ants to study their behavior and organization, revealing how they function as a coordinated superorganism.

A R$ 120 million sanitation project in Maré, Rio de Janeiro, aims to provide clean water and sewage treatment for 200,000 residents using advanced tunneling techniques.

Tottenham Hotspur is reportedly nearing a £17 million deal to sell goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario to Inter Milan.

The U.S. Treasury Secretary announced plans to temporarily lift sanctions on approximately 140 million barrels of Iranian oil to suppress rising oil prices and redirect shipments to allied nations.

The UK government is implementing a £45 million initiative to impose stricter penalties on individuals illegally dumping waste.

A new report values public libraries in New South Wales at $735 million, highlighting their significant community benefits, including an economic return of $4.25 for every dollar invested.

The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has displaced over a million people in Lebanon, resulting in a severe humanitarian crisis.

Argentina recorded a trade surplus in February of US$788 million, marking 27 months of positive results, but this was driven more by economic slowdown than improved competitiveness.

Four São Paulo councilors have asked the state Public Ministry to block the Sena Madureira tunnel project, arguing it is an excessive expense compared to their proposed alternative.

A Porsche was seized and a woman arrested in a police operation targeting an illegal gambling and weight-loss drug scheme in Rio Claro, São Paulo.

The Central Bank of Argentina made its largest reserve purchase this month of $132 million but overall reserves have decreased significantly.

The Central Pavilion of the Venice Biennale has been completely transformed and is ready for the 61st International Art Exhibition starting on May 9.

A woman was arrested in Acre for attempting to scam a victim by promising the return of R$ 5 million through a fake judicial action.

Calgary's water consumption has exceeded 500 million litres, which is deemed unsustainable, leading city officials to encourage residents to conserve water.

The IEA reports that member states are beginning to release approximately 400 million barrels of oil from strategic reserves in response to recent agreements by the IEA.

Cofco International secured a US$435 million renewable credit line from Standard Chartered, which is the first in the region focused exclusively on social impact in agriculture.

Riga's Finance and Administration Committee has decided to propose the merger of the Riga Zoo with Riga Forests to the city council, with an investment of 1.45 million euros needed beforehand.

Swiss actress Ursula Andress is facing shock and disappointment on her 90th birthday due to a lawsuit against her former manager, Eric Freymond, who allegedly embezzled 21 million euros from her.