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Oops, i did it again! Most mispronounced words of 2021: From Omicron to Dalgona, check list here

Every year the British Institute of Verbatim Reporters releases a list of words that have been mispronounced throughout the year. Here is the list of words with their meanings that have been mispronounced in 2021.

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The internet is synonymous with trends and these trends lead to new words which are hard to pronounce. Every year the British Institute of Verbatim Reporters releases a list of words that have been mispronounced throughout the year.

As curtains for 2021 have almost closed, the BIVR is back with its research that provides captions and subtitles for television and courtrooms, in collaboration with the language-learning platform, Babbel. The company is headquartered in New York and Berlin.

Todd Ehersmann, the senior linguist at Babbel, said that UK news anchors have struggled with new words and names while covering some important viral trends, sports events, and emerging celebrities in 2021.

He further added that it is always interesting to take a look at the words that have been most mispronounced. This happens because they are usually new vernacular or words that are inspired from them, or have been originated by another language.

Most mispronounced words of 2021

Below is the list of words with their meanings that have been mispronounced in 2021.

Omicron- Pronounced as AH-muh-kraan/ OH-mee-kraan

First detected in South Africa in November, Omicron is the new variant of Covid-19 that has been declared a variant of concern by the World Health Organisation.

Cheugy-Pronounced as CHOO-gee

This Gen Z term is used to tease old fashioned Millenials such as Live, Laugh, Love signs.

Dogecoin-Pronounced as DOHJ-coin

This is a cryptocurrency that started before being promoted by Elon Musk after which its value dramatically surged.

Glasgow-Pronounced as GLAHZ-go

Glasgow is the host city of the Novembers United Nations Climate Conference. This was mispronounced by both President Joe Biden and former president Barack Obama.

Eilish-Pronounced as EYE-lish

Who doesn’t love Billie Eilish’s songs? Well, she enjoys a huge fan base across the globe, however, her surname made it to the most mispronounced word of 2021.

Chipotle-Pronounced as chih-POHT-lay

This is an American fast-food chain that became a viral trend. The trend challenged Baby Boomers to pronounce the name.

Ever Given-Pronounced as EV-er GIV-en

This was the name of the ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal in March this year. It created huge sea traffic costing billions of dollars each day. Many news channels mispronounced its name as Evergreen.

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Kelce-Pronounced as KELs

The surname of the American football centre for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League, Jason Kelce revealed in a radio channel that his surname was being mispronounced all this while.

Shein-Pronounced as SHEE-in

Shein, the Chinese shopping site for ladies, also made it to the list of most mispronounced words in 2021.

Dalgona-Pronounced as tal-goh-NAH

This is a Korean treat prepared with baking soda and melted sugar. It was popularised in Netflix’s popular series, Squid Game.

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Lashkar commander admits Hamas links, raises alarm over expanding terror nexus

A senior Lashkar-e-Taiba commander’s admission of meetings with Hamas leaders has intensified concerns over growing coordination between terror groups operating across regions.

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Lashkar Commander

A senior commander of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba has publicly acknowledged links with Hamas and confirmed meetings with its top leadership, triggering fresh concerns among security agencies about an emerging alliance between globally designated terrorist organisations.

In a recent video accessed by media, Faisal Nadeem, a senior figure associated with the Pakistan Markazi Muslim League, widely regarded as Lashkar’s political front, said he met senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar, in 2024. Nadeem operates in Pakistan’s Sindh province and claimed that Saifullah Kasuri, alleged by Indian agencies to be involved in the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, accompanied him during the visit.

According to Nadeem’s statement, the delegation met senior Hamas leader Khaled Mashal, a disclosure that intelligence officials view as direct evidence of coordination between terror networks operating across South Asia and the Middle East. Security analysts say the admission points to a growing effort to share operational experience, logistics and propaganda strategies.

The confession follows earlier reports of a meeting between a senior Hamas commander and a Lashkar leader in Pakistan’s Gujranwala during a public event organised by the same political outfit. An undated video that surfaced recently showed both leaders sharing the stage, with officials noting that the public nature of the interaction reflected increasing confidence and deepening ties between the groups.

Investigators have pointed out that the Hamas representative attended the event as a chief guest, while the Lashkar leader appeared under the cover of a political role. Security officials have also flagged multiple visits by Hamas operatives to Pakistan since October 2023, indicating sustained engagement.

Counter-terrorism experts note that both Hamas and Lashkar-e-Taiba are designated terrorist organisations by the United States and several other countries. Any coordination between them, they warn, could have serious implications for regional and international security.

Indian intelligence agencies are closely monitoring developments related to the Hamas-Lashkar engagement. Officials said the emerging evidence may be raised at international platforms, including financial watchdogs and counter-terror forums, as authorities assess potential legal and diplomatic responses.

Analysts tracking the evolving situation say the growing trail of videos and public statements points to a broader ideological and operational alignment, marking a concerning shift in the global terror network landscape.

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India-EU free trade pact set to lower prices of luxury cars, wines and medicines

The India-EU free trade pact is set to cut import duties on luxury cars, wines and medicines, while opening European markets for Indian exports.

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India European Deal

After nearly two decades of negotiations, India and the European Union have sealed a Free Trade Agreement that is expected to significantly reduce prices of several European products in India while expanding export opportunities for Indian manufacturers.

Described by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as the “mother of all trade deals”, the pact aims to deepen economic cooperation by easing tariffs and improving market access on both sides.

Luxury cars likely to become more affordable

One of the most noticeable impacts of the agreement will be in the premium automobile segment. Imported European cars such as Mercedes, BMW and Audi currently face import duties exceeding 100 per cent in India.

Under the new agreement, vehicles priced above 15,000 euros (around Rs 16 lakh) will see duties reduced to 40 per cent initially, with a further cut to 10 per cent planned over time. This is expected to bring down prices by several lakh rupees.

The concessions will operate under a quota system to safeguard India’s domestic automobile industry. Officials clarified that smaller, mass-market cars — which dominate India’s auto sector — will not be directly exported by European manufacturers, though local manufacturing remains an option.

Imported wines and spirits to get cheaper gradually

European wines from countries such as France, Italy and Spain are also set to become more affordable. India currently levies an import duty of 150 per cent on wines. Under the pact, this will be reduced to 20 per cent, though the change will be phased in over five to ten years to limit disruption to domestic producers.

The agreement is expected to reduce prices of premium spirits such as cognac, high-end gins and vodkas. However, wines priced below 2.5 euros will not receive duty concessions, a move aimed at protecting Indian manufacturers. Indian wines, meanwhile, will gain improved access to European markets.

Cheaper medicines and medical equipment

The trade deal is expected to benefit India’s healthcare sector by lowering the cost of imported medicines, particularly for cancer and other critical illnesses. Advanced medical equipment sourced from Europe is also likely to become cheaper.

At the same time, pharmaceuticals manufactured in India will gain access to all 27 EU member countries, strengthening India’s position as a global supplier of affordable medicines.

Electronics, steel and chemicals to benefit

The agreement removes tariffs on aircraft spare parts, mobile phone components and other high-tech electronic items imported from Europe. This could reduce manufacturing costs for electronic devices in India, potentially benefiting consumers.

Additionally, proposals for zero tariffs on iron, steel and chemical products may lower raw material costs for industries such as construction, with possible downstream benefits for homebuyers and infrastructure projects.

Overall, the India-EU Free Trade Agreement is being seen as a major boost for Indian exports, particularly in sectors such as garments, leather and jewellery, while offering Indian consumers access to more competitively priced European goods.

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India plans sharp cut in car import tariffs under proposed EU trade pact

India is planning a sharp reduction in car import tariffs as part of a proposed free trade agreement with the European Union, potentially opening up its auto market to European brands.

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India is planning a significant reduction in import tariffs on cars from the European Union as part of a proposed free trade agreement, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The move could mark the biggest opening yet of India’s tightly protected automobile market.

Under the plan, import duties on a limited number of cars priced above 15,000 euros are set to be reduced to 40% from the current levels that go as high as 110%. Over time, these duties could be lowered further to 10%, the sources said.

The decision is expected to benefit European automakers including Volkswagen, Renault and Stellantis, along with luxury manufacturers Mercedes-Benz and BMW, which have long raised concerns over high import taxes in India.

Trade pact announcement expected soon

India and the European Union are expected to announce the conclusion of negotiations for the long-pending free trade agreement as early as Tuesday. The pact has already been described by officials as a landmark deal, with final details to be worked out and ratified subsequently.

The agreement could significantly expand bilateral trade and provide relief to Indian exporters of products such as textiles and jewellery, which have been impacted by steep tariffs in recent months.

Limited quota, phased reduction

Sources indicated that India has proposed an immediate tariff cut for around 200,000 combustion-engine cars annually. While the quota could still see last-minute changes, it represents the most aggressive step yet by New Delhi to open up its auto sector.

Battery electric vehicles will not be included in the duty reductions for the first five years. This exemption is aimed at safeguarding investments made by domestic manufacturers such as Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra in the developing EV segment. After the five-year period, EVs are expected to follow a similar tariff-cut path.

European brands see growth opportunity

India is currently the world’s third-largest car market after the United States and China, with annual sales of about 4.4 million units. However, European carmakers hold less than a 4% share of the market, which is dominated by Japanese and Indian manufacturers.

Lower import taxes could allow global brands to introduce a wider range of models at more competitive prices and assess consumer demand before committing to additional local manufacturing.

With the Indian car market projected to grow to 6 million units annually by 2030, several European automakers are already planning new investments, seeing India as a key growth destination beyond their traditional markets.

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