On December 13, 2024, the United States and China signed a bilateral science and technology agreement, revising a 45-year-old pact. However, this new agreement limits research collaboration and narrows the scope of topics allowed for joint study, reflecting heightened concerns over international research security. Governments worldwide, including the U.S., European Union, Canada, and Japan, have introduced stricter measures to safeguard sensitive scientific data from foreign interference, esp

Outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden has condemned ongoing efforts to minimize the significance of the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, where a mob of Donald Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol in an attempt to block the certification of the 2020 election. In an opinion piece published in The Washington Post, Biden recalled the violent insurrection that led to chaos at the Capitol, contrasting it with the upcoming peaceful certification of the election results. Biden expressed pr

A court in Bangladesh has issued a second arrest warrant for former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, accusing her of enforced disappearances during her time in power. The new charges, which were announced by the chief prosecutor of the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), Tajul Islam, involve Hasina, her military adviser, and several law enforcement officials. Over 500 people were allegedly abducted by Bangladesh's security forces under her regime, with some of them detained in secret locati

India strongly condemned the Pakistani airstrikes on Afghan civilians, which resulted in at least 51 deaths, including women and children, in Afghanistan’s Paktika province on December 24. In a statement on Monday, Indian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal condemned the attack, describing it as part of Pakistan's longstanding practice of blaming its neighbors for its internal problems. The airstrikes targeted areas in Paktika, particularly affecting the village of Laman,

On Monday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) Sanjiv Khanna recused himself from hearing two significant pleas regarding the finalisation of the constitutions for the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the All India Football Federation (AIFF). These constitutions were drafted by former Supreme Court judge Justice L. Nageswara Rao. CJI Khanna informed the bench, which included Justice Sanjay Kumar, that he would not participate in the proceedings because of his prior involvement with the case in t

The U.S. Surgeon General's office has issued a significant report revealing that alcohol consumption is the third leading preventable cause of cancer in the United States, after tobacco and obesity. Alcohol increases the risk of at least seven types of cancer, including breast, liver, and colorectal cancers, contributing to 100,000 cancer cases and 20,000 cancer deaths annually. This alarming figure surpasses the deaths caused by alcohol-related traffic crashes, highlighting the urgent ne

The political relations between the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have been strained in the past, especially over issues like the distribution of Krishna River water, unresolved power charges after bifurcation, and other disagreements. However, recent statements by Telangana's Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, suggest a shift toward collaboration. In a public address, Revanth emphasized that the two states should not view each other as rivals but instead compete together glob

Motorists entering some of Manhattan's busiest neighborhoods are now required to pay up to $9 in congestion charges, as New York City launches its first-in-the-nation Congestion Relief Zone. The new toll system, which started at 12:00:01 a.m. on Sunday, aims to reduce the city's notorious traffic congestion and generate funds for public transportation improvements. According to the Metropolitan Transportation A

Thai Prime Minister Declares £324m in Assets, Including 217 Designer Handbags   Thailand's Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has declared a staggering £324 million in assets, including a collection of 217 designer handbags and 75 luxury watches. The declaration was made to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), a requirement for public officials i

Zendaya's stunning burnt orange satin dress at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards grabbed attention, but it was the massive diamond ring on her left hand that really set the rumor mill spinning. Fans quickly speculated that the engagement ring from renowned London jeweller Jessica McCormack, valued at $200,000, might signify an engagement to her long-time boyfriend, Tom Holland. Zendaya, who was nominated for Best Perfor

A case of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been detected in Bengaluru, India, with an eight-month-old child testing positive for the virus, according to reports . The child is receiving treatment at a private hospital in Bengaluru and has no travel history. The Karnataka Health Department has confirmed the case.   HMPV is similar to COVID-19 and can cause respiratory disease in people of all ag

The Golden Globe Awards 2025 are in full swing, and the first batch of winners has already been announced. Keep reading for the complete list of winners, covering everything from your favorite TV shows to the best directors. The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards took place on Sunday, January 5, at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles. This year’s ceremony honored achievements in film, television, acting, and dir

Punjabi singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh believes India has the potential to host music festivals larger than global icons like Coachella. During a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on New Year’s Day, the 40-year-old star shared his thoughts on India’s cultural and musical legacy. PM Modi asked Diljit about his experiences performing at international festivals, including Coachella in April 2023. In respo

A Louisiana man, believed to have been killed in an alligator attack during the floodwaters from Hurricane Ida, had previously survived the devastation of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, authorities reported. The 71-year-old man, whose identity remains undisclosed, was walking in floodwaters around noon on Monday when a large alligator attacked him outside his home in Slidell, a city near Lake Pontchartrain, across from New

Vinay Hiremath, the Indian-origin co-founder of Loom, who sold the company to Atlassian for $975 million in 2023, recently opened up about the personal challenges he’s faced since achieving significant wealth. In a blog post titled "I am rich and I have no idea what to do with my life," Mr. Hiremath reflected on his struggle to find purpose after selling his company. He shared, "Life has felt like

Severe Winter Storm Brings Snow, Ice, and Dangerous Travel Conditions Across Central U.S. A powerful winter storm swept through the central U.S. on Sunday, bringing snow, ice, high winds, and plummeting temperatures, creating hazardous travel conditions. The storm, described by the National Weather Service as potentially delivering the “heaviest snowfall in a decade,” affected millions acro

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh): Gangapuri Maharaj, also known as Chhotu Baba from Assam's Kamakhya Peeth, has become a major attraction at the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. The 57-year-old, who stands at 3 feet 8 inches tall, has gained attention for his unique lifestyle, as he has not taken a bath for 32 years. "This is a Milan M

Canadian PM Trudeau Likely to Step Down Amid Growing Resignation Calls – Sources OTTAWA, Jan 5– Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is increasingly likely to announce his intention to step down, although no final decision has been made yet, according to a source familiar with the matter. The source, speaking on condition of anonymity, shared this insight after a media repor

Pujya Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji’s Visit to Vijayawada Avadhoota Datta Peetham (30/12/2024 - 05/01/2025)   Pujya Sri Ganapathi Sachchidananda Swamiji embarked on a sacred Nada Yatra across the Datta Kshetras of Andhra Pradesh. As part of this divine journey, Sri Swamiji graced the Vijayawada branch of Avadhoota Datta Peetham from December 30, 2024, to January 5,

The Supreme Court of India on Friday emphasized the need for an effective mechanism to combat caste-based discrimination in educational institutions across the country. The bench, consisting of Justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan, addressed the sensitive issue and directed the University Grants Commission (UGC) to notify draft regulations to ensure that caste-based discrimination is prevented in central, state, private, and deemed universities. The Court specifically asked the UGC