Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Kuwait, marking the first such visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 43 years. During his visit, Modi met with 101-year-old former IFS officer Mangal Sain Handa and individuals who translated the Ramayana and Mahabharata into Arabic, further strengthening cultural ties between India and Kuwait.
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A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit near Mandalay, Myanmar, causing extensive damage and reaching Bangkok. The quake, originating from the Sagaing Fault, has resulted in significant fatalities and destruction, with experts predicting aftershocks for months. Myanmar's seismic vulnerability is attributed to its complex fault lines within the Alpide Belt.
Chirag Paswan, an NDA ally, criticized lathicharge and water cannons used on students protesting in Patna over alleged BPSC exam irregularities. He urged Bihar's chief minister Nitish Kumar for immediate intervention. Paswan called for dialogue to address the students' concerns peacefully and emphasized swift government action to restore trust while avoiding political influence.
Socialite Shalini Passi has been summoned by the Meerut unit of Directorate General of GST Intelligence in a case of alleged GST evasion linked to Pasco Motors LLP. Allegations involve split invoicing to apply different GST rates. Her lawyer denies the accusations, which have been challenged in court. Further investigation and compliance are awaited.
Municipal bulldozers in Nagpur demolished properties linked to riot suspects, including alleged mastermind Fahim Khan, under heavy police security. The Bombay high court later halted further demolitions, criticizing the action as high-handed. Authorities cited planning violations and plan to continue targeting unauthorized constructions linked to those accused of the violence, which left one dead and over 40 injured.
Former OpenAI AI researcher Suchir Balaji, a key witness in a lawsuit against the company, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment. Police confirmed suicide. Balaji's death follows his August exit from OpenAI due to disagreements over AI practices. Elon Musk, currently in legal battles with OpenAI, reacted to the news on X.
Dr Pawan Singhal, a well-known veterinarian and dedicated yoga practitioner from Madhya Pradesh, died unexpectedly on Sunday, possibly from a heart attack while heading to his yoga class. Despite his healthy lifestyle, experts suggest that factors such as inadequate sleep and extreme dietary restrictions may have contributed. The incident underscores the importance of balancing yoga with modern medical practices.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and professor Sukhadeo Thorat discuss the need for a caste census in India and highlight BR Ambedkar's movement against caste discrimination. Gandhi emphasizes that the caste census is essential to highlight inequality. He also expresses commitment to continuing Ambedkar's fight for the access of Dalits to governance, education, bureaucracy, and resources.
A 15-year-old girl in Pakistan's Quetta was killed by her father and uncle in an alleged honour killing after refusing to stop making TikTok videos. The murder was premeditated, and both men have confessed. Meanwhile, there are ongoing debates in the United States regarding the regulation and ownership of TikTok.
National Testing Agency announced that NEET (UG) 2025 will be conducted in pen-paper mode (OMR based) on a single day and shift. The agency is working on other exam reforms recommended by the high-level committee, but any changes will be implemented in phases. NEET-UG is the common entrance test for admission to undergraduate medical courses in various institutions.