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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

Sachin Tendulkar, a cricket legend whose records continue to inspire, will be awarded the BCCI's C K Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award for 2024. With an unmatched career of 664 international games, Tendulkar holds the records for the most Test and ODI runs. He played 200 Tests and 463 ODIs, accumulating 15,921 runs in Tests and 18,426 in ODIs, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest players in cricket history. Tendulkar, who made his debut at 16 in 1989, will be the 31st rec

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

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 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

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

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 human body is made up of over 37 trillion cells, and while each cell has a limited lifespan, the body continuously regenerates to maintain function. Though the regeneration of organs like the liver and spleen is a rare but fascinating phenomenon, it helps some individuals recover from injury or medical conditions. For instance, after a partial tonsillectomy, some people may experience regrowth of th

Ahead of their Davis Cup 2025 World Group I Playoff tie against Togo, Team India has made extensive preparations, ensuring that the squad is well-acclimatized and sharp for the upcoming matches at the DLTA Complex in New Delhi. The team, led by Captain Rohit Rajpal, consists of seasoned players like N Sriram Balaji, Ramkumar Ramanathan, and Mukund Sasikumar, alongside debutants Rithvik Bollipalli and Karan Singh. Captain Rajpal emphasized the importance of team cohesion and getting used to th

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,

Microsoft has officially added the newly released DeepSeek-R1 AI model to both Azure AI Foundry and GitHub, offering developers a powerful tool to enhance their AI applications. This reasoning-focused model can now be accessed through these platforms, giving developers the ability to experiment, iterate, and integrate AI into their workflows quickly and efficiently. Azure AI Foundry, an enterprise-focused platform, allows for the building, evaluation, and development of generative AI applicat

Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, has accused Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar of engaging in politics over the controversy surrounding Kejriwal’s claim that Haryana, ruled by the BJP, poisoned the Yamuna water to disrupt Delhi’s water supply. Speaking at a press conference, Kejriwal challenged Rajiv Kumar and other Election Commissioners to drink water from bottles containing Yamuna water, which he claims is contaminated with ammonia and chlorine. Kej

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

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

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

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is making history with the introduction of a WhatsApp-based governance model, set to be fully implemented starting tomorrow. This initiative is a first in India, marking a revolutionary shift in how state governments offer administrative services. The move is designed to bring government services directly to the citizens via WhatsApp, making it easier and more convenient for the public to access essential services without the need to visit gover