The Budget Session of 2025 began with controversy when Congress MP Sonia Gandhi made a remark about President Droupadi Murmu, calling her a "poor thing" after the President's speech in Parliament. Gandhi's comment, made while speaking to reporters outside Parliament, was in reference to the exhaustion Murmu appeared to show after delivering her customary address. The remark was immediately condemned by the BJP, who described it as a "derogatory comment" and demande

The assets of the late Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, Jayalalithaa, have once again captured attention. Known for her political influence, Jayalalithaa amassed a substantial fortune throughout her film and political career. Having inherited the political legacy of MG Ramachandran, she posed a significant challenge to the DMK and left a lasting impact on Tamil Nadu and national politics. Alongside her political legacy, Jayalalithaa was known for her vast wealth, which was reportedly valued at Rs.

The Telangana government has initiated the construction of a new Osmania Hospital, aimed at addressing both the current and future healthcare needs of the state. The foundation stone ceremony for the hospital is scheduled for today at Gosha Mahal, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy presiding over the event. Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka and several other ministers and MLAs will also attend the groundbreaking ceremony. This project is a priority for the Congress government, which has committed to

Apple has confirmed that its highly anticipated AI-powered suite, Apple Intelligence, will be launching in India in April 2025. This new suite marks a significant step forward for Apple’s AI capabilities in India, which until now were limited to a few features like the Clean Up tool. In a recent earnings call, CEO Tim Cook revealed that the rollout will support multiple languages, including localized English for India, bringing features like Writing Tools, Smart Reply, and ChatGPT integ

Himanshu Sangwan, the 29-year-old pacer from Railways, is set to become a memorable name in Indian cricket after his stunning performance in the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways. The highly-anticipated return of Virat Kohli to domestic cricket was spoiled by Sangwan, who dismissed the former India captain for just 6 runs in his first innings. Kohli's brief stay at the crease lasted only 15 balls, much to the disappointment of the thousands who gathered at the Arun Jaitley Sta

In a thrilling semi-final clash at the U-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur, Parunika Sisodia’s inspiring spell has been pivotal in India’s effort to bring England back from a strong start. England, opting to bat first, had a solid beginning with Davina Perrin leading the charge. She scored 45 off 40 balls, helping her side reach 37/0 by the end of the powerplay. However, India’s spinners, led by Sisodia and Aayushi Shukla, soon triggered a dramatic collapse in t

India’s Foreign Policy Under Trump 2.0: Jaishankar Calls for "Out of Syllabus" Approach India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, recently shared insights on the evolving landscape of India-US relations under President Donald Trump’s second term. Speaking at Delhi University's Hansraj College, Jaishankar highlighted the need for India to adopt "out of

With the Union Budget 2025 just around the corner, India’s stock market is experiencing increased volatility. The India VIX, a key indicator of market fluctuations, surged by over 5% leading up to Budget day. Historically, the market has shown a mix of both gains and losses on the day of the Budget announcement and in the lead-up to it. The benchmark NSE Nifty 50 index has seen varying movements, with large swings in previous years, making it difficult to predict the immediate market re

In December 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an updated warning regarding a voluntary recall of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips due to the presence of undeclared milk. Frito-Lay, the maker of the popular chips, identified a batch of 13 oz bags that may contain milk as an ingredient, which was not disclosed on the packaging. The affected bags, which were sold in Oregon and Washington, carry an expiration date of February 11, 2025. The issue was first raised by a consum

At the Global Labour Market Conference (GLMC) in Riyadh, an AI chatbot named 'Ryan' has gained attention for its role as a global labour market advisor. Developed by Riyadh-based Takamol, this AI-driven chatbot provides insights into job trends, workforce data, and economic forecasts related to the global labour market. It is available for interaction both at the conference booth and online, offering responses in multiple languages, including English, Arabic, French, and Spanish. Visi

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has issued a notification that seeks to limit the financial burden on senior citizens regarding health insurance premiums. The new directive mandates that insurers cannot increase premiums for individuals aged 60 years and above by more than 10% annually. This move addresses the concern that steep premium hikes for this vulnerable demog

The captains' meet ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025, which was to bring together the leading figures of all participating teams, has been called off. According to reports from Cricket Pakistan, the cancellation came after the delayed arrival of several teams, including England and Australia, who are now expected to reach Pakistan later than originally planned. England is due to arrive in Lahore on February 18, and Australia will follow a day later, making the captains' meet logistic

On the eve of Republic Day, Wing Commander Akshay Saxena of the Indian Air Force was conferred the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) for his remarkable leadership and courage during a high-stakes mission off the Somali coast. The operation, which took place on March 16, 2024, involved rescuing 17 crew members from the MV Ruen, a merchant ship that had been seized by pirates. The pirates had previously attacked merchant vessels in the Arabian Sea and even fired at the Indian Navy’s INS Kolkata

Mumbai took a commanding position on the opening day of their Ranji Trophy Elite Group A clash against Meghalaya, thanks to Shardul Thakur's historic hat-trick and impressive batting performances. Thakur led the charge with the ball, dismantling Meghalaya’s top order and claiming a memorable hat-trick – the fifth in Mumbai’s Ranji history. Thakur’s early breakthrough, combined with his fiery spell, reduced Meghalaya to a staggering 2/5, before the visitors could mu

At the 38th National Games in Dehradun, Narmada Nithin Raju delivered an outstanding performance in the women’s 10m air rifle event, securing the gold medal while setting a new national record. Representing Tamil Nadu, Narmada finished with a score of 254.4, surpassing the previous national mark of 252.9, set by Olympian Apurvi Chandela in 2019. Her performance was nothing short of remarkable, as

On the 77th death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, along with Congress leaders, paid floral tributes to the freedom fighter at the Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore. The CM was joined by Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti, MLAs, and other dignitaries. Reflecting on the significance of the day, Siddaramaiah recalled Gandhi’s teachings on tolerance, unity,

In a tragic incident on Thursday morning, three workers are feared dead, and nearly 30 others have been injured after a roof slab collapsed at an under-construction cement factory in Panna district, Madhya Pradesh. The roof slab was being laid as part of the construction work at the JK Cement plant when it suddenly gave way, trapping more than 50 workers under the debris. Panna's superintendent of p

Mumbai’s urban mobility is set for a major transformation with the introduction of a unified ticketing system called Mitra. The new platform, announced by the Maharashtra government, will allow commuters to use a single card or mobile application to access various public transport services, including local trains, BEST buses, Metro rail, and even app-based cabs. The initiative was revealed after a meeting between Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Union Railway M

An Indian-origin tech professional, Shivam Bhatia, recently shared a selfie with Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity AI, playfully highlighting the ongoing struggles with U.S. immigration policies. In a lighthearted post on X, Bhatia joked, "Was stressing over my visa this morning, then remembered this guy still doesn't have a Green Card lol." Bhatia's comment sparked a conversation about the lengthy

Union Minister of Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, revealed that India will soon host the popular DeepSeek AI model, developed by a Chinese startup, on Indian servers to address privacy issues. This move is part of India's broader strategy to bolster its AI capabilities, with Vaishnaw also announcing plans to develop the country's own foundational AI model in the coming months. In addition to this, Vaishnaw highlighted the creation of a common computing facility wit