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Top 5 news of the day: Massive blackout hits Portugal, Spain and France; India, France sign Rs 63,000 crore deal for Rafale jets; and more

IndiaTimes Monday, 28 April 2025
Millions in Spain, Portugal, and southern France experienced a massive blackout, disrupting essential services and prompting government responses. India and France finalized a Rs 63,000 crore deal for Rafale Marine aircraft for the Indian Navy amid heightened tensions. An NIA court extended the custody of 26/11 attack plotter Tahawwur Rana by 12 days for further investigation.
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