India and China have agreed to resume the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2025, aiming to rebuild bilateral relations. Key measures include increasing people-to-people exchanges, resuming direct flights, and enhancing cooperation on trans-border rivers. High-level talks discussed regional and global issues of mutual interest.
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Salman Khan's teaser for 'Sikandar' directed by A.R. Murugadoss creates a buzz on social media. The teaser's powerful dialogue hints at a response to gangster Lawrence Bishnoi's threats. Fans praised the action scenes and background score. Due to heightened security, the trailer was postponed by a day. 'Sikandar' is set for an Eid 2025 release.
A Samajwadi Party (SP) delegation, led by Mata Prasad Pandey and Lal B Yadav, handed over financial assistance to families affected by the Nov 24 Sambhal violence. They assured impartial probe and raised concerns over a police post's construction. The delegation included several MPs and MLAs, highlighting questions about the government's handling of the incident.
Virat Kohli faced criticism and a fine after a shoulder bump with Sam Konstas during the Boxing Day Test. Kohli was fined 20% of his match fees and given a demerit point for inappropriate physical contact. The incident, reminiscent of a 2018 clash between Kagiso Rabada and Steve Smith, highlights the ongoing scrutiny of player conduct on the cricket field.
In a historic moment for the Indian Premier League, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi debuted for Rajasthan Royals against Lucknow Super Giants, becoming the youngest player ever to feature in the tournament. Born in 2011, after the IPL's inception, Vaibhav replaced injured captain Sanju Samson, setting a unique record as the first player born after the league's start to play in it.
A Jaguar fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force crashed in Ambala, Haryana, following a system malfunction after a routine training sortie from Ambala airbase. The pilot safely ejected and maneuvered the aircraft away from populated areas. A Court of Inquiry has been ordered to investigate the incident. More details are awaited on the matter.
IIT Madras, supported by Indian Railways, has developed a 422m hyperloop test track and plans to create a 50km commercial transport corridor. This initiative, potentially the world's longest hyperloop track, aims to transform travel with speeds of up to 1,200 kmph. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw confirmed further grants for IIT Madras and future commercial projects to assess the viability of this innovative technology.
The US DHS announced that Indian doctoral student Ranjani Srinivasan from Columbia University self-deported after her visa was revoked for alleged Hamas support. Her departure follows increased scrutiny of foreign students in the US amidst pro-Palestinian protests on campuses.
However, the festival has a far more deep significance than just celebratory, as the month is marked by doing some charity for the less fortunate as well. Muslims prepare for Eid by giving zakat al-fitr (charity for breaking the fast) to ensure that everyone takes part in the festival, and remembers Allah
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