Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora as he arrived in the US for a visit, invited by US President Donald Trump. Modi's visit aims to strengthen the India-US partnership, with discussions planned with the US leadership.
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Rohit Sharma's team failed to retain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy with a 1-3 series loss to Australia. Key factors included poor batting, with scores frequently below 200, and the absence of key pacer Jasprit Bumrah in the final Test due to injury. Virat Kohli's performance was disappointing, and Travis Head's consistent excellence made a significant impact.
The Supreme Court will adjudicate whether an employed wife earning well can claim maintenance from her estranged husband or not. The case involves a working couple, both assistant professors, where the wife is demanding maintenance despite earning around Rs 60,000 per month. The decision could have broader implications for similar cases.
Donald Trump becomes the first US President to enter the White House as a convicted felon, sentenced for falsifying business records to conceal payment to Stormy Daniels. The judge discharged him unconditionally, acknowledging his re-election. Trump called the case a 'political witchhunt' and plans to appeal, criticizing the justice system's 'weaponization.'
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a major opposition figure, was arrested on corruption charges, sparking significant protests across Turkey. Supporters claim the charges are politically motivated to hinder his presidential ambitions, while the government denies interference. The events have drawn international criticism and led to economic instability.
The home ministry has extended the validity of FCRA registration certificates for NGOs by six months. Licenses expiring between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025, can be renewed provided an application is submitted before the expiration date, ensuring smooth compliance with stricter FCRA regulations.
KL Rahul's impressive Test average in SENA countries since 2020 has surpassed Indian stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Despite pressure, Rahul's composed batting, including a crucial 84-run knock against Australia, highlights his reliability while Kohli and Rohit struggle with form in the 2024-25 season.
Inzamam-ul-Haq has raised concerns over the decline in Pakistan cricket, attributing it to poor decision-making and frequent changes in the PCB. He emphasised the need for a proper strategy and consistent planning to improve performance. Inzamam also supported Babar Azam, urging the board to trust the management and players to address issues collaboratively.
SC criticizes Punjab and Haryana HC for reversing an acquittal order without a hearing, attributing the error to the Haryana govt's public prosecutor's failure. Justices ordered Rs 5 lakh compensation for the wrongful conviction and noted procedural and legal defects in the HC's approach.
The police said the attack on the actor was a case of robbery gone wrong. Even after he fled Saif’s house, the attacker had no idea that the person he had knifed was a Bollywood super-celebrity.