US envoy to India, Eric Garcetti, lauded the robust industrial ties between India and the US, underscoring ongoing collaborations. Amidst legal proceedings involving Adani Group in the US, Garcetti emphasized the importance of partnership and capacity-building. Despite concerns over the indictment, Adani maintains no wrongdoing, asserting resilience in their business operations.
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Baba Vanga, known for her future predictions, has made notable prophecies for 2025. According to her, Aries, Gemini, Aquarius, Leo, and Taurus are set for a year of significant opportunities and success. Aries will see personal transformation, Geminis will experience substantial changes, Aquarians will implement ambitious goals, Leos will achieve financial success, and Taurus will find career stability.
Tata Capital's board has approved plans for an IPO to list by September, comprising fresh shares and stake-sale, potentially valued at $1.7 billion. This move complies with RBI's mandate for 'upper-layer' NBFCs. Tata Sons, holding 93% of Tata Capital, plans to sell shares to support other ventures, while maintaining a significant stake post-listing. A rights offering worth Rs 1,504 crore has also been approved.
Prime Minister Modi celebrated India's space achievements during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, highlighting ISRO's 100th rocket launch and other milestones. He also announced that inspiring women will take over his social media accounts on National Women's Day and encouraged celebrating National Science Day by visiting research labs.
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Bootleggers in Gujarat attempted a novel smuggling operation by exploiting the Indian postal service to transport liquor from Diu. They believed using postal channels would evade police scrutiny at the Diu-Gujarat border. However, police intercepted a suspect carrying liquor-filled parcels with official postal stamps, revealing the involvement of a postmaster who facilitated the scheme.
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India's Washington Sundar remains hopeful despite his team being in a tough spot at 164 for 5 by the end of the second day of the fourth Test against Australia. Sundar, who is expected to contribute significantly with the bat, emphasized the positive energy in the dressing room and expressed confidence in a strong comeback on the improved pitch.
Luigi Mangione Thursday waived extradition in Pennsylvania and came to New York where he was charged with murder. But to the surprise of Mangione's lawyers, the federal authorities unsealed new charges against him which now make him eligible for the death penalty. There's no death penalty in New York law but Luigi Mangione become the rare case as he has been charged with federal murder.
During his official visit to the UK, EAM S Jaishankar faced heckling by Khalistani extremists at an event in London. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the security breach and called on the UK government to meet their diplomatic obligations. The incident involved protesters tearing the Indian national flag while police officers appeared unresponsive.