Jagdish Bhagwati likens Indian-Americans to the successful Jewish community in the US, noting their prominence in various fields. However, Trump's MAGA base increasingly targets well-paid Indian-Americans with hostility, exemplified by the criticism after Trump's appointment of Sriram Krishnan as Senior Policy Adviser for AI.
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Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar and debutant Veer Pahariya, opened strongly at the domestic box office, earning Rs 61.75 crore net over its first weekend. Released on Friday, the film capitalized on the Republic Day holiday, showing significant growth in earnings and is poised to surpass the Rs 100 crore mark before competing with Shahid Kapoor's 'Deva'.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman countered Rahul Gandhi's criticism of public sector banks, asserting a "remarkable turnaround" under PM Modi. She refuted allegations of favoritism towards corporations, citing improved recruitment and denied a "toxic work environment." Sitharaman accused the previous UPA government of cronyism and "phone banking" coercion.
President Trump has signed an executive order limiting gender transition procedures for individuals under 19, including restrictions on puberty blockers, hormone treatments, and surgeries. This order ends federal funding for such procedures and aims to enforce laws against these medical practices. Trump labels gender-affirming care as barbaric and medically destructive.
BJP has secured the highest number of reserved seats since 1993, winning 4 out of the 12 SC constituencies, including Mangolpuri for the first time. This marks a significant shift from previous elections where AAP dominated all SC seats. BJP's campaign focused on Dalit welfare initiatives amid controversies surrounding BR Ambedkar's legacy.
A 42-year-old woman and her 30-year-old lover have been arrested for allegedly murdering her husband and setting his body on fire in Jaipur. The perpetrators conspired to kill the victim, a vegetable vendor, and burned his body in a forest area, attempting to cover their tracks.
Eli Lilly has launched Mounjaro in India, a new once-weekly injectable drug for type 2 diabetes and weight management. Approved by CDSCO, it targets GIP and GLP-1 receptors, aiming to improve blood sugar control and aid in weight loss. Clinical trials showed significant results, underlining its potential in treating diabetes and obesity.
Sunrisers Eastern Cape have maintained a stunning 6-0 record in the SA20 playoffs over three seasons. They won the Eliminator and Qualifier 2 to book a spot in the final, defeating Paarl Royals by 8 wickets. Tony de Zorzi and Jordan Hermann played crucial roles in this victory, achieving a significant second-wicket partnership.
ICE detained four German nationals, including Green Card holder Fabian Schmidt, in the US, raising alarm over aggressive immigration checks. Detainees faced unpredictable interrogations, held without clear charges, despite having valid travel documents. Berlin advised caution for German travelers to the US, as visa or entry waivers don't guarantee access, reflecting rising immigration crackdown.
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