Maruti Suzuki is set to increase prices across its model range by up to Rs 32,500 starting February 1, 2025, to combat rising input costs. The Dzire sedan will see a hike of up to Rs 10,000. In comparison, Honda Amaze prices will also rise following its introductory period ending January. Both models feature 1.
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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticized Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami's announcement to rename 11 places across four districts. Dhami justified the renaming as honoring Indian culture and great personalities. The changes include names in Haridwar, Dehradun, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar. The Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple's Acharya Dr. Vipin Joshi praised the move as aligning with Sanatan culture.
Cricketer Rinku Singh has gifted a Kawasaki Ninja 400 bike, valued at over Rs 5 lakh, to his father who used to deliver cooking gas cylinders. The gesture has gone viral, touching fans' hearts. Rinku, now engaged to Priya Saroj, has played two ODIs and 30 T20Is for India, and will next be seen in the T20I series against England.
A Kerala police SIT is probing the suicide of 14-year-old Mihir Ahammed, allegedly due to bullying at GEMS Modern Academy. His mother Rajna PM claims he faced physical abuse and harassment at the school and on the bus. The school denies the allegations but has suspended the vice principal for an impartial inquiry.
The United States' ATA report identifies China and India as key suppliers of precursor chemicals for illicit fentanyl. China remains the primary source, with India following. Diplomatic tensions rise as the U.S. imposes tariffs on Chinese imports, citing Beijing's failure to regulate shipments contributing to the fentanyl crisis.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Blair House during his two-day visit to the US and received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora. Blair House, renowned for hosting global dignitaries, features premium accommodation with 119 rooms and rich American heritage. Modi's visit, adorned with the Indian flag, follows an invitation from US President Donald Trump.
During a Rajya Sabha session, leader of opposition Mallikarjun Kharge lost his temper when BJP MP Neeraj Shekhar interrupted his speech on central government policies. Kharge's remark about Shekhar's father led to backlash from Chandra Shekhar’s supporters who burned effigies of Kharge. In response, Kharge highlighted his history with Chandra Shekhar, expressing respect for him.
Senior BJP leader Harjit Singh Grewal commended Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for removing agitating farmers from key borders, praising his administrative capabilities. In contrast, other BJP leaders like Ravneet Singh Bittu and SAD members criticized Mann, accusing him of betraying farmers and acting under political pressure from Delhi, calling for the immediate release of arrested farm leaders.
Manu Bhaker’s exclusion from the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award list has sparked controversy, prompting the sports ministry to consider using executive powers to nominate her. Despite her historic Olympic achievements and several international medals, the selection committee overlooked her. The National Sports Awards scheme's provisions might be invoked to address this oversight.
Sunil Gavaskar urges BCCI to reduce the squad size for the Test series in England, suggesting a limit of 16 players to avoid uncertainty. He advocates for additional bowlers for practice but not awarding them the India cap unless necessary. Gavaskar stresses the need for practice matches and eliminating optional sessions for better preparation.