Saudi Arabia has tapped composer Hans Zimmer to revamp its national anthem as part of its modernisation efforts. Zimmer, known for scores like The Lion King and Dune, has agreed to the initial project outline, which includes a Saudi-inspired musical and a large concert. The kingdom's transformation includes reforms like allowing women to drive and launching projects like Neom, though critics argue these efforts mask ongoing human rights issues.
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Mohammad Amir, the former Pakistani pacer, has openly stated his preference for playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Aiming to obtain a UK passport through his wife's citizenship, Amir hopes to open doors to the IPL.
Nikola Jokic is expected to return soon after missing four games due to an ankle injury, as confirmed by coach Michael Malone. While he’s unlikely to play against the Chicago Bulls, he may return during Denver's upcoming five-game homestand. Jokic remains crucial for the Nuggets as they push for a deeper postseason run.
India suffered a 184-run defeat against Australia in the Boxing Day Test, but Nitish Kumar Reddy shone with his maiden Test century while batting at No. 8. Reddy's crucial 127-run partnership with Washington Sundar helped India avoid a follow-on. He later expressed his joy in a heartfelt moment with his father.
President Xi Jinping has cautioned against tariff wars, emphasizing that confrontation within the international community could lead to isolation. He urged the EU to join China in opposing unilateralism and economic coercion, implicitly referencing the United States' trade policies.
A 24-year-old Bengaluru woman lost nearly Rs 5.9 lakh to a fraudster posing as an astrologer on Instagram. The scammer convinced her to pay for multiple 'special pujas' to fix supposed issues in her horoscope. The woman eventually realized the deceit, demanded her money back, and approached the police. An investigation is underway.
Rohit Sharma's team failed to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a 1-3 series loss to Australia. Key factors included poor batting, with scores frequently below 200, and the absence of key pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the final Test due to injury. Virat Kohli's performance was disappointing, and Travis Head's consistent excellence made a significant impact.
Protests over the controversial 70th BPSC exam intensified as educator Guru Rahman attempted self-harm. Rahman joined students in demanding a re-examination, alleging a paper leak. Despite the BPSC's denial of any irregularities, the situation is being reviewed in the High Court. Prominent political figures, including Rahul Gandhi, have shown support. The state's response is awaited.
China announced a 7.2% hike in its defence budget, bringing it to over $245 billion, reflecting its continued military modernization. This intensifies strategic challenges for the US and India, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, amid mounting geopolitical tensions. On the other hand, India's defence budget remains constrained by operational shortfalls and spending limitations.
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