With the Delhi Assembly elections approaching, BJP released its second manifesto promising free education for underprivileged students, financial support for competitive exam preparations, welfare measures for auto and taxi drivers, and domestic helpers. The party also aims to tackle corruption, promising a Special Investigation Team to investigate irregularities. These promises aim to provide practical relief and strengthen ongoing welfare schemes.
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IIT-Bombay will implement more activity-based learning, hands-on training, and discussion-oriented classroom interactions from the next academic year. The initiative includes voluntary summer internships for first-year students to address local issues in their hometowns. Faculty, students, and alumni have collaborated to develop these innovative teaching methods.
Jasprit Bumrah, recovering from a lower back injury, has resumed bowling at Bengaluru's NCA, exciting fans about his return to international cricket. His last appearance was during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, where he excelled as the top wicket-taker. Bumrah's focus is now on regaining full fitness for IPL 2025 with Mumbai Indians.
A leaked Karnataka caste census report has ignited controversy, revealing recommendations to increase backward caste reservations to 51%. The report, which has divided the ruling Congress, suggests specific reservation percentages for Muslims, Vokkaligas, and Veerashaiva-Lingayats. Opposition parties criticize the report, while community leaders question its accuracy, prompting a special cabinet meeting to address the contentious findings.
Kolkata Knight Riders dominated Chennai Super Kings at Chepauk, securing an emphatic eight-wicket victory. KKR chased down a modest 104-run target in just 10.1 overs, marking their second-biggest IPL win in terms of balls remaining. CSK struggled to 103/9, their lowest-ever total at their home ground, as KKR's bowlers, led by Sunil Narine, delivered a masterclass.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested for smuggling 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore from Dubai. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrested gold dealer Sahil Jain and hotelier Tarun Konduru Raju for aiding her. Despite Ranya Rao's admitted use of hawala channels for financing, her bail plea remains under consideration, highlighting a significant breakthrough in the smuggling case.
Ashutosh Sharma shone in the IPL 2025, scoring an unbeaten 66 off 31 balls to secure Delhi Capitals' victory against Lucknow Super Giants. Despite a cut finger, he played with determination. Coach Hemang Badani praised his resolve, and mentor Kevin Pietersen lauded his mindset. Delhi Capitals, struggling at 65/5, triumphed with Sharma's composure.
The NBA confirms the LA Lakers vs. Charlotte Hornets game on January 9 will proceed as scheduled despite concerns over nearby wildfires. The league assures they're closely monitoring air quality and safety conditions. The wildfires have led to evacuations and warnings, but downtown Los Angeles remains largely unaffected.
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