Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Washington on February 13 to meet President Trump, focusing on trade and defense collaborations. The visit may involve key discussions on military purchases, energy supplies, and artificial intelligence collaboration, with a potential meeting with Elon Musk also anticipated.
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Delhi's recent election showcased a political shift, with BJP reclaiming power after 27 years, signaling Narendra Modi's regained dominance. Arvind Kejriwal's AAP faced a significant decline, losing due to voter dissatisfaction with infrastructure, especially among middle-class residents. Rahul Gandhi's influence appeared diminished, and opposition unity weakened.
Air quality in Mumbai has deteriorated since the pandemic, with a 2.6% increase in toxic PM2.5 levels compared to 2019. Industrial areas and eastern suburbs are identified as pollution hot spots. While there have been more 'good air' days, ongoing urban expansion and vehicular density continue to pose challenges.
Following the ousting of President Assad, Israel launched extensive airstrikes across Syria, targeting over 350 military sites. The IDF claims the operation neutralized threats and prevented weapons from reaching extremist groups. While Israel denies advancing on Damascus, opposition sources report troops nearing the capital. International condemnation followed, with concerns over Israel's territorial ambitions and violation of the 1974 disengagement agreement.
Australian cricketer David Warner has signed up for the PSL Season 10 draft, following his unexpected snub from the IPL 2025 mega auction and recent retirement from international cricket. The tournament will be held in Gwadar, Balochistan, from April 8 to May 19, featuring global stars like Warner and Tim Southee.
President Trump proposes a Gold Card for foreign students graduating from US universities, aiming to retain talent and offering a path to citizenship. He suggests companies may invest in these graduates, though details on implementation and expected outcomes remain vague and optimistic.
India and Japan are finalizing designs for bullet trains on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor, modifying Shinkansen trains for Indian conditions. These modifications include enhanced luggage capacity, higher temperature tolerance, and dust resistance.
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan emphasises the significant impact of pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah’s absence in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy due to a back injury. While expressing confidence in India’s prospects, Dhawan highlights Harshit Rana's potential and praises the strong form of the Indian batting lineup, featuring players like Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, and Shubman Gill.
Kathua SSP Shobhit Saxena revealed that recent encounters in Kathua thwarted a major terror plot. The infiltration route used by Pakistani terrorists has been exposed and blocked. A large cache of arms, ammunition, and drugs was recovered, indicating plans for deadly attacks and a prolonged stay, while security forces are actively pursuing remaining fugitives.