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Centre clears justice KM Joseph's elevation to Supreme Court

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Maths that won Fields Medal: number theory diversified, optimal transport

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China wants military drills with ASEAN in disputed sea, excluding US

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Bermuda Triangle mystery solved? Experts claim 'rogue waves' behind disappearances

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