Prime Minister Narendra Modi remarked on the first budgetary session since 2014 without foreign interference attempts. Emphasizing 'Viksit Bharat', he highlighted the focus on innovation, inclusion, and investment for a developed India, expecting young MPs to contribute significantly. Key decisions on women's upliftment and anti-discrimination are anticipated.
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Indian migrants trying to enter the US illegally face heightened risks due to President Trump's stringent immigration policies. Border arrests of Indians have significantly dropped, and deportations have increased, leading to significant fear among the Indian immigrant community in the US.
S. Jaishankar criticized Pakistan's role in promoting terrorism, highlighting their double-dealing in Afghanistan and persistent "bad habits." He emphasized that the 2008 Mumbai attacks marked a turning point in India-Pakistan relations, signaling a shift in India's tolerance. Jaishankar also linked national progress to the strength and quality of a nation's universities.
KL Rahul continues to exhibit flexibility in his batting roles, transitioning between top-order, middle-order, and finisher positions across formats. His adaptability will be tested once more as he likely bats in the middle-order for Delhi Capitals in the upcoming Indian Premier League season. While he last played a T20I back in the 2022 T20 World Cup, movement in the batting order could well continue when he turns up for Delhi Capitals - his fifth Indian Premier League franchise.
The BCCI mandated participation in domestic matches for national team selection and imposed restrictions on personal staff and families during tours after India’s poor performance in Australia. Players are also prohibited from personal shoots or endorsements during series, with non-compliance attracting penalties including fee cuts and potential IPL bans.
The Lucknow NIA court labeled the 2018 Kasganj violence a premeditated conspiracy, sentencing 28 accused to life imprisonment. The judge raised concerns over NGOs aiding individuals accused of anti-national activities and called for an investigation into their funding and objectives, sending a message against such crimes.
Indian wrestler Nitesh earned a bronze medal in the Greco-Roman category at the Senior Asian Wrestling Championship 2025 in Amman, Jordan. His impressive 9-0 victory over Amanberdi Agamammedov of Turkmenistan added to the bronze earlier secured by Sunil Kumar in the men's 87kg division, highlighting India's strong performance in the championship.
Australian cricketers favor early-season Gabba Tests due to the venue's historical success rate before Christmas. The pitch curator notes that pre-Christmas pitches offer more pace and carry, benefiting home-team pacers. Post-Christmas, the Gabba has seen more Australian losses in recent years, challenging its fortress reputation. This factor influences scheduling preferences for optimal playing conditions.
Shubman Gill practices in the nets ahead of the fifth Test at SCG with his parents in attendance. His return to the playing XI appears likely after discussions with head coach Gautam Gambhir. Akash Deep is confirmed out due to a back issue, while the final team will be decided after assessing the pitch.
Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor, was likely dead for nine days before he and his wife were discovered at their New Mexico home. Preliminary autopsies pointed to no visible signs of trauma. Their deaths remain a mystery as further investigation continues.