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The Trinamool Congress has warned of legal action and protests against alleged irregularities in West Bengal's voter list revision, accusing the BJP of attempting to rig upcoming elections. Party leader Abhishek Banerjee stated that if any eligible voter's name is removed, a massive demonstration will be held outside the Election Commission office. Help desks will be established to assist voters.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized China's rare earth export restrictions as a "mistake" that "weaponized" the vital minerals. Beijing's move alerted the world to the danger, prompting global backlash and a one-year suspension of certain limits following a US-China summit. Washington has prepared countermeasures against future controls.
Delhi has initiated its first cloud-seeding trials, deploying aircraft from Kanpur to release compounds like silver iodide over areas including Burari and Karol Bagh. This initiative aims to combat severe winter air pollution by inducing artificial rain. While a recent test flight released seeding agents, insufficient atmospheric moisture prevented rainfall, highlighting the technique's dependence on specific weather conditions.
China's new CR450 bullet train has set a world speed record, reaching 453 km/h during testing. This innovative train, capable of accelerating to 350 km/h in under five minutes, is set to enter commercial service by 2026. The advanced design, featuring a streamlined nose cone, solidifies China's leadership in high-speed rail.
US employers can now submit applications for crucial foreign worker visa programs like H-1B and PERM. The Department of Labor's Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system is back online after a funding lapse caused a temporary shutdown. While processing has resumed, expect delays as the agency clears a backlog of applications.
Twitch streamer 39daph is facing backlash after a clip of her casually recounting how she harmed her pet betta fish as a child went viral. Viewers expressed shock at her emotionless tone while describing the cruel acts, including ripping out its fins and flushing it. The incident has sparked debate and comparisons to past streamer pet controversies.
Rohit Sharma's cryptic social media post after the ODI series against Australia has sparked speculation about his future. Despite India's loss, Sharma's unbeaten 121 in the final match, his 50th international century, showcased his enduring class. He expressed his love for playing in Australia and the importance of mentoring younger players.