January 26, Australia Day, sparks celebration and protest as it highlights the nation's colonial past and ongoing Indigenous injustices. Protests in cities like Sydney and Melbourne demand a date change and greater recognition of historical and present inequalities faced by Indigenous communities. The issue remains politically divisive, with growing support for change among younger generations.
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Talks to resolve a border dispute between Pakistan and Afghanistan broke down after the Afghan delegation accused Pakistan of not taking negotiations seriously. The disagreement caused the suspension of cross-border trade and transit, with significant financial losses for both nations. Tensions escalated following an exchange of fire that injured eight people and damaged property.
Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni confirmed her government's discussions with private companies, including Elon Musk's SpaceX, regarding the telecom security system. She denied personal talks with Musk, emphasizing national interest and addressing the controversy over Musk’s political views. The potential deal worth 1.5 billion Euros has raised opposition concerns.
Maye Musk, Elon Musk's mother, has shown her appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi by retweeting his post about their discussion on technology and innovation collaboration. She previously expressed excitement over their meeting in Washington D.C., sharing posts with affectionate emojis. Elon Musk also acknowledged the conversation, expressing his anticipation to visit India later this year.
Rajat Kumar and Nishu saved cricketer Rishabh Pant from a car accident in December 2022. Recently, Rajat and his girlfriend Manu consumed poison due to societal pressures on their relationship. Rajat is recovering, but Manu died. Her family accuses Rajat of murder, creating a scandal in their village. Authorities are investigating the allegations.
The Supreme Court has initiated an internal probe against Delhi High Court judge Yashwant Verma after a large amount of cash was discovered at his residence during a fire incident. Judge Verma has been transferred to Allahabad High Court as a preliminary action, and an in-house inquiry led by three Supreme Court judges will follow.
US President Donald Trump held his first cabinet meeting, featuring Elon Musk discussing his Department of Government Efficiency plan. Musk warned that America risks bankruptcy without government job cuts, receiving strong support from Trump. Trump signed an executive order to eliminate unnecessary contracts and dispose of surplus properties, showing approval of Musk's initiatives.
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India tops Group A in the Champions Trophy after a dominant win against New Zealand, securing a semifinal face-off with Australia in Dubai. Despite Australia's rain-hit group stage, they remain formidable but will miss star pacer Mitchell Starc. Clear weather is expected on match day with a challenging pitch favoring spinners.