Budget 2025 expectations: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has invoked Goddess Lakshmi for the poor and middle class during his address at the start of Parliament's Budget 2025 session. With Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman set to present the Union Budget 2025, there is high anticipation for potential income tax relief and other measures to boost consumption and economic activities.
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India's hopes of playing in the World Test Championship Final have been dashed after losing the fifth Test against Australia in Sydney. Australia, now confirmed for the WTC Final against South Africa in June 2025, secured their place with a decisive win. India, having failed to capitalise on earlier opportunities, remain third in the standings.
In Uttar Pradesh's Sitapur, three revenue officials and nine others were detained for questioning regarding the murder of journalist and RTI activist Raghvendra Bajpai. The investigation, which involves multiple teams, is exploring Bajpai's reports on alleged irregularities as potential motives for the crime. His wife has demanded severe punishment for the perpetrators and financial aid from the state.
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President Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act of 1798, claiming a Venezuelan gang invasion, to accelerate deportations of undocumented immigrants. A federal judge halted the deportation of five Venezuelans, prompting legal challenges. This act, used historically during wartime, grants the president significant powers but faces scrutiny when used outside wartime contexts.
At the AI Action Summit in Paris, PM Modi emphasised the need for global efforts to establish AI governance, standards, and transparency. Highlighting AI's potential for societal benefits in health, education, and agriculture, Modi stressed inclusivity for the Global South and the importance of democratizing technology. India will host the next AI summit.
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