During his confirmation hearing, Trump's FBI nominee Kash Patel recounted experiencing racism and threats to his life. While addressing concerns about his loyalty to Trump, he maintained his stance against violence and denied intentions to oversee politically motivated investigations.
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Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha ordered the dismissal of three government employees for alleged terror activities, including arranging weapons and staging attacks. This decision comes amid heightened efforts to dismantle the terror ecosystem in the region and ensure security.
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket with 23 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The launch, initially scheduled for February 10, was delayed by a day. The rocket’s first stage landed successfully on a drone ship, while the upper stage deployed the satellites. This mission is part of SpaceX's effort to provide global high-speed internet.
Karoline Leavitt, the US press secretary, shared a rare video tour of the White House, offering a glimpse into her daily life and responsibilities. She highlighted key areas like the press briefing room and her office, emphasizing the importance of communicating the President's message effectively. Leavitt underscored that the White House ultimately belongs to the American people.
Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden expressed bewilderment at Indian captain Rohit Sharma's decision to bowl first in the Gabba Test. Hayden believed the pitch, despite recent rain, favoured batting initially and would likely deteriorate later, benefiting spinners. He anticipated the cracks to widen, making the surface challenging for batters as the match progressed.
South Korea’s Industry and Labour Ministers advocated revising the 52-hour workweek to permit semiconductor researchers to work longer hours, emphasizing the necessity due to intense global competition. Despite ongoing debates, no consensus has been reached on the special bill for the semiconductor industry exemption.
A fresh encounter between terrorists and security forces erupted in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua, with three terrorists trapped. Following previous clashes that resulted in casualties, security forces have intensified search operations with aerial surveillance and sniffer dogs. Deputy Inspector General Shiv Kumar Sharma emphasized the commitment to the mission until the last terrorist is neutralized.
India's top IT firms like TCS and Infosys target recruiting 82,000 graduates by FY26, despite reduced current-year hiring. Renewed technology investment and increased spending in BFSI and North American markets drive these goals.