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In today's evening digest, News18 brings you the latest updates on Trump-Putin meeting, Renukaswamy murder case and other top stories.
Actor Darshan Arrested After Supreme Court Rejects Bail In Renukaswamy Murder Case
The Supreme Court on Thursday cancelled the bail of actor Darshan in connection with the Renukaswamy murder case, stating that granting bail in such a 'serious case" risks influence by the accused. Following the cancellation, the actor was arrested in Bengaluru. Read more
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