Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) welcomed the government's decision to award the Padma Bhushan to Sadhvi Ritambhara for her social work contributions. Critics highlighted her controversial past, particularly her involvement in the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Despite this, her efforts in uplifting society, especially abandoned children and destitute women, have been notably impactful.
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On February 15, a frenzy gripped Dubai International Airport as fans gathered to see the Indian cricket team arrive for the ICC Champions Trophy. Though mostly calm, the airport buzzed with excitement as players like Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and captain Rohit Sharma appeared. India faces Bangladesh in their opening match on February 20.
Sunita Williams, an Indian-origin astronaut, conducted her first spacewalk in seven months alongside Nick Hague at the International Space Station to perform overdue repairs. This mission extended due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule, leaving Williams and colleague Butch Wilmore stranded. This spacewalk marks Williams' eighth, signifying her extensive space experience.
Symbiosis International University (SIU) has declared the SLAT 2025 results on its official website, slat-test.org. The results are for the exams held on December 13 and 15, 2024. SLAT is SIU’s entrance exam for admissions to its law programs. Candidates can check and download their results online on the official website, or can check the direct link here.
Elon Musk has urged his supporters to "defund" Wikipedia, claiming it shows bias on political extremism. In response, Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales suggested Musk’s frustration may be that Wikipedia is "not for sale." Musk had also made an offer of $1 billion to rename Wikipedia to 'Dickipedia,' which he affirmed is still active.
A woman, her lover, and an accomplice have been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering her husband and staging it as a suicide in 2018 in Amroha. The court imposed a fine on all three. Police investigations, including mobile surveillance, confirmed their involvement.
India and Mauritius have upgraded their relationship to an Enhanced Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Modi emphasized cooperation in defense, maritime security, trade, and development. India will support Mauritius with a new Parliament building and a rupee-denominated line of credit for water pipeline replacement. Both countries reaffirmed commitment to a secure and open Indian Ocean.
Congress has released its manifesto for the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. The party promises Rs 2,500 per month for women, free health insurance up to Rs 25 lakh, and welfare benefits. LPG cylinders at Rs 500 and 300 units of free electricity for households are also pledged. Free ration kits and Rs 8,500 monthly scholarships for unemployed youth are highlighted.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee retaliated against UP CM Yogi Adityanath's criticism of Murshidabad violence, citing the Maha Kumbh stampede and alleged UP encounters. She accused Yogi of being a 'Bhogi' and defended Bengal's freedom of expression.