Delhi Chief Minister Atishi was visibly emotional during a press conference today after BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri made controversial remarks about her father. Atishi, struggling to control her tears, expressed disbelief at the level of personal attack made against her elderly father. Bidhuri, a BJP candidate running against Atishi in the Kalkaji constituency, had targeted her over her surname and made unfounded accusations about her family’s past, including alleging their involvement wi

During his two-day visit to India, US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan announced that the United States is taking steps to remove long-standing regulatory barriers preventing effective civil nuclear cooperation between India and the US. This move is expected to breathe new life into a landmark deal that has been in the works for over a decade. Sullivan revealed that the US is finalizing steps to enable cooperation between India’s nuclear agencies and US companies. The c

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who recently suffered from back spasms, is likely to be rested for most of India’s home white-ball series against England. The move is part of a strategy to ensure Bumrah’s fitness ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, which starts on February 19. Bumrah, who had an outstanding performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, claiming 32 wickets, was unable to bowl in the final innings due to the injury. His back spasms are believed to be linked to his heavy

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has given the state government six weeks to ensure proper disposal of Union Carbide factory waste in accordance with safety guidelines. This follows the shift of waste, sealed in 12 containers, from the defunct factory in Bhopal to a disposal site in Pithampur, about 250 km away, on January 2, 2025. The court’s decision comes after the state's Advocate General Prashant Singh expressed concerns about unrest in Pithampur due to misinformation about the wa

Bahadur Singh Sagoo, a former shot put champion and Asian Games gold medallist, is set to be elected unopposed as the new president of the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) during the organization's Annual General Meeting (AGM). He will replace Adille Sumariwalla, who has served as AFI president since 2012. Sagoo, a member of the outgoing AFI executive council and senior selection committee, is the lone candidate for the presidency after Anju Bobby George, the current senior vice presid

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a concerning increase in tularemia cases, also known as "rabbit fever," over the past decade. This infectious disease is caused by Francisella tularensis, a bacterium spread through various transmission methods, such as bites from infected ticks, deer flies, and direct contact with infected animals like rabbits and rodents. A particularly alarming finding in the CDC report is the risk of contracting the

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 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

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

Rohit Sharma’s future in Test cricket has come under scrutiny after the Indian opener was left out of the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Officially, Rohit "opted to rest" from the game, but this decision has raised questions about his long-term role in the format. Sunil Gavaskar, one of India's cricketing legends, speculated that this might signal the end of Rohit's Test career, suggesting that the selection committee may look to younger players who can lead t

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India has strongly rejected two reports published by The Washington Post, accusing the country of involvement in two significant issues. The first report linked India to a failed plot in the Maldives to impeach President Mohamed Muizzu through bribery attempts targeting members of Parliament. The second report alleged that India’s intelligence agency, RAW, had been running covert operations in Pakistan since 2021 to eliminate specific individuals. In response to the r

A new infrared photodiode, developed using Germanium, offers a 35% increase in responsivity at a 1.55 µm wavelength, which is widely used in telecommunications. Unlike traditional Indium Gallium Arsenide sensors, this Germanium-based photodiode achieves exceptional performance in infrared light detection, making it a promising solution for various applications, including self-driving vehicles, virtual reality, and telecommunications. This breakthrough is made possible through

On January 3, 2025, the cryptocurrency market continued its positive momentum, reflecting profits for the third consecutive day. Bitcoin (BTC) witnessed a 1.82% increase in its price on international exchanges, reaching $96,863 (around Rs. 83.05 lakh). On Indian exchanges, Bitcoin saw a slightly higher price of $97,042 (roughly Rs. 83.2 lakh), marking a 2.28% price surge. Investor sentiment around Bitcoin remains optimistic, with the Fear-Greed Index indicating a rise in market conf

This New Year’s Eve marked a remarkable recovery for the restaurant industry, with occupancy rates 15-30% higher than last year, defying concerns of low consumer spending amidst persistent inflation. Many dining spots reported record-breaking sales and packed houses, especially on December 31. Zorawar Kalra, founder of Massive Restaurants Pvt., mentioned that several of their chains achieved "all-time high" sales. Rajit Shetty from the Ramee Group of Hotels also note

The National Medical Commission (NMC) has issued a notification inviting proposals from eligible medical colleges and institutes to add new medical qualifications. The NMC has outlined a clear process for submitting applications for the inclusion of new qualifications that are not listed in the Post Graduate Medical Education Regulations-2023. The official notification emphasizes that no medical college or institute should offer any new postgraduate qualification, including PDCC or

Hari Babu Kambhampati was sworn in as the 27th Governor of Odisha in a formal ceremony at Raj Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, on Friday. The oath of office was administered by Orissa High Court Chief Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik, and other notable dignitaries in attendance. Kambhampati succeeded Raghubar Das, who recently resigned from the post. Before the ceremony, Kambhampati arrived in Bhubaneswar on Thursday a