Lunar New Year on January 29, 2025, marks the start of the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom and transformation. This festive time encourages reflection, setting intentions, and spreading positivity. Celebrations include sharing heartfelt messages and embracing new beginnings with family and friends.
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China's President Xi Jinping met top private sector entrepreneurs, including Alibaba's Jack Ma, signaling a policy change after strict regulations on the tech sector. This meeting aims to revive the economy and support private enterprises amid competition with the US. Entrepreneurs are looking for tangible policy changes to support growth and investment.
Japan's population experienced a record drop of 898,000 in 2024, confirming concerns about the country's demographic crisis. This decline, the largest since 1950, highlights the challenges faced by the government in reversing the trend despite ongoing efforts and investments in childcare. The shrinking population poses significant threats to Japan's economy and global standing.
Vice President JD Vance faced protests while vacationing in Vermont after a heated exchange with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. Demonstrators accused Vance of supporting Russia and demanded he leave. The protests, which intensified following the Oval Office confrontation, led to Vance being moved to an undisclosed location for security.
The Budget presentation this year has clear political undertones, targeting key states Delhi and Bihar ahead of elections. It includes tax benefits for Delhi's middle class and various developmental projects for Bihar, highlighting the Modi government's strategic efforts to secure voter support.
Haryana BJP issued a show cause notice to minister Anil Vij for his critical public statements against the party leadership and CM Nayab Singh Saini. Vij accused Saini's aide of supporting a rival candidate in the previous assembly election and demanded the resignation of the party chief, Mohan Lal Badoli, due to a gang rape case against him.
Melinda French Gates disclosed the career advice she received from Warren Buffett, urging her to focus on her key priorities and let go of less important tasks. This approach helps maintain boundaries and avoid burnout, aligning with Buffet's views on achieving success by saying 'no' to almost everything.
Arvind Kejriwal accepted AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections, emphasizing the party's contributions to health, education, and utilities over the past decade. BJP credited PM Modi's leadership and campaign efforts for their victory, with promises of significant governance changes. Kejriwal faced accusations of corruption and arrogance.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu blamed Hamas for the renewed violence, defending Israel's military operations in Gaza. Netanyahu asserted efforts were made to avoid conflict, but Hamas rejected truce proposals, prompting the offensive. The recent strikes reportedly killed 404 Palestinians and wounded over 560, escalating the conflict further.
Elon Musk shared a photo of President-elect Donald Trump receiving the first-ever Presidential Commemorative Inaugural Diet Coke from Coca-Cola CEO James Quincey. Trump's longstanding love for Diet Coke is widely known, even using a call button during his first term to summon the drink. The commemorative bottle highlights Coca-Cola's impact on the U.S. economy.
Sunil Chhetri returned to the national team, scoring his 95th international goal, leading India to a 3-0 victory over Maldives in a friendly match. This win ended India's 12-match winless streak, setting a positive tone for the upcoming AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Bangladesh. The match also marked the first win under head coach Manolo Marquez.