India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar will attend Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th US President on January 20, joining a group of mostly right-wing foreign leaders. Trump's unconventional inauguration breaks tradition by inviting foreign dignitaries, aligning with his ideological allies. The ceremony occurs amid flags at half-mast in honor of President Jimmy Carter's passing, with Trump expressing discontent.
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India's political spectrum united to honor B.R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary, solidifying his position as a universally respected figure. Leaders like PM Modi and Sonia Gandhi paid floral tributes, mirroring celebrations by Ambedkar's followers.
A fire broke out on the sets of Tenali Rama in Film City, caused by an electrical issue in a generator. No casualties were reported, but the incident highlighted concerns about safety measures on film sets. BN Tiwari of FWICE stressed the need for improved fire and safety drills to prevent future incidents.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu on Saturday got engaged to Venkata Datta Sai in a private ceremony. The couple will wed on December 22nd in Udaipur, followed by a Hyderabad reception on December 24th. Sindhu has five world championship medals, including a gold in 2019, besides her silver and bronze at the Olympic Games.
Wall Street experienced a sell-off triggered by Jerome Powell's remarks on potential tariff impacts and Nvidia's export concerns. Powell's warning about tariffs causing inflation and complicating economic management fueled market unease. Asian-Pacific markets diverged, showing gains despite Wall Street's decline, with central bank decisions influencing regional performance.
A tragic helicopter crash in the Hudson River claimed the lives of six people, including a tech executive from Spain, his wife, their three children, and the pilot. Witnesses reported seeing the helicopter break apart mid-air before plummeting into the water near Pier 40.
An extravagant wedding sendoff in Jhansi featured nearly a dozen earth movers escorting the bride’s car, creating a spectacle. The celebration caught the attention of authorities, resulting in the seizure of three of the earth movers for violating traffic regulations. The unique procession sparked widespread conversation and garnered mixed reactions.
Four family members, including a doctor, his wife, and two sons, were found dead by hanging in their Anna Nagar West home. Initial investigations suggest the doctor faced financial difficulties in his scan business, possibly leading to their tragic deaths. The bodies were discovered by their driver, and the police have registered a case.
Taylor Swift has distanced herself from Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds amid a $400 million lawsuit involving defamation and workplace misconduct allegations raised by Justin Baldoni. Swift feels used as an intimidation tactic and wishes to avoid further entanglement in the case, choosing to maintain her image.
India's wealthiest individuals, Mukesh Ambani and Gautam Adani, have recently seen their fortunes dip below $100 billion. Ambani's Reliance faces declining energy earnings and retail struggles, while Adani battles US investigations and the aftermath of fraud allegations.