Microsoft is back at the negotiation table to acquire the US operations of TikTok, according to President Donald Trump. This comes after previous acquisition attempts of the social media company failed in 2020. Trump has set a 75-day deadline for ByteDance to sell TikTok’s US operations.
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In Delhi's Mustafabad, an under-construction six-floor building collapsed around 2:30 am on Saturday, resulting in at least four fatalities. Triggered by a dust storm and heavy rains, the incident prompted a large-scale rescue operation by NDRF, Delhi Police, and local authorities. Investigations are underway to determine if structural violations or negligence contributed to the collapse.
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has voiced serious concerns regarding the handling of the case involving Justice Yashwant Varma, following the discovery of semi-burnt cash at his residence. Dhankhar questioned the lack of a formal investigation and FIR, emphasizing that the rule of law must apply to everyone.
Eight friends from Bhilwara district traveling to Mahakumbh tragically died in a car accident near Jaipur. Their bodies were brought back to their villages for cremation. In Badliyas, five friends were cremated together, causing widespread mourning and a complete village shutdown. Bhilwara District Collector assured prompt compensation to the grieving families.
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Two astronauts, Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, are set to return to Earth on Tuesday evening after an unexpected nine-month stay on the ISS. NASA and SpaceX have revised the splashdown timing due to favorable conditions, allowing their return alongside another American astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut.
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