Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized Amit Shah's remarks on Ambedkar, deeming them insulting and intolerable. She defended Rahul Gandhi against accusations of pushing a BJP MP during a parliamentary scuffle, calling the claims baseless. The Congress leader also accused the government of fearing discussion on the Adani controversy and stifling opposition unity.
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Hailee Steinfeld and Michael B. Jordan are promoting their new movie. Pictures of them in London are circulating online. Fans are speculating about their relationship. Some fans are mentioning Josh Allen, Steinfeld's fiance. Steinfeld has praised Allen in interviews. The actress looked stunning in a black and white dress. Jordan looked handsome in a black outfit.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is set to visit New Delhi next week for talks with PM Narendra Modi. The visit aims to strengthen strategic ties between the EU and India, focusing on trade, economic security, resilient supply chains, technology, and defense cooperation amid current global uncertainties.
Rohit Sharma etched his name in IPL history by becoming the first Indian cricketer to win 20 Player of the Match awards, achieving this milestone during Mumbai Indians' dominant victory over Chennai Super Kings. Sharma's unbeaten 76, along with Suryakumar Yadav's explosive 68, powered MI to a comfortable win. This achievement underscores Sharma's enduring impact and consistency in the IPL.
Xiaomi has launched the Redmi A5 in India, an entry-level smartphone featuring a 6.88-inch HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and powered by a Unisoc T7250 chipset. Available in two variants, it offers up to 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, expandable to 2TB.
The Ministry of Education refuted claims by Sam Pitroda regarding a hacking incident during a virtual session at "IIT Ranchi," which does not exist. The ministry clarified that Pitroda was not invited to any event by IIIT Ranchi, condemning his remarks as an attempt to malign IIT's reputation and warning of legal consequences.
The Central Drug Standards Control Organisation (CDSCO) found 41 batches of various drugs to be of sub-standard quality in November. These drugs, used for common conditions like fever and acid reflux, failed specified quality parameters. CDSCO has issued an alert and introduced new guidelines for drug inspections, requiring inspectors to collect at least 10 samples per month.
Former Indian cricketer Yograj Singh praised Rohit Sharma for his decision to continue playing ODIs after a stellar performance in the Champions Trophy final. He emphasized that both Rohit and Virat Kohli should consider retirement only after the 2027 ODI World Cup. Rohit's crucial 76-run knock against New Zealand was key to India's victory.
India's trade dynamics reveal a shifting landscape, with the US emerging as a key partner, marked by increased exports and a growing trade surplus. Conversely, the trade deficit with China has widened significantly due to decreased exports, particularly in ore, and a surge in imports. This reflects changing global trade patterns and India's evolving export destinations.
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