US President Donald Trump warned Brics nations against launching a common currency, threatening a 100% tariff on all US imports. Declaring Brics “dead,†Trump emphasized that any attempt to challenge the Dollar would trigger steep tariffs. His comments come ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi amidst rising international trade tensions.
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India's SpaDeX mission successfully launches, demonstrating indigenous space docking technology. Space minister Jitendra Singh announces the docking of two satellites on January 7, marking India as the fourth nation to achieve this feat. The innovation will support future missions such as the Indian space station and Gaganyaan. PM Modi's vision of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' is praised through these advancements.
Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar advises Jasprit Bumrah to prioritise shorter cricket formats over Tests. Akhtar believes this will help Bumrah manage his injury-prone body better and prolong his career, given the physical demands of Tests. While acknowledging Bumrah's Test potential, Akhtar suggests focusing on white-ball cricket where his skills are best suited.
Uttarakhand will become the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) starting January 2025. The law mandates marriage registration within six months and requires live-in couples to register within one month. The UCC addresses marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships, aiming to end practices like polygamy and ensure equal inheritance rights.
Marine Le Pen and eight MEPs have been found guilty by a Paris court of embezzling EU public funds intended for parliamentary aides. The ruling could impact Le Pen's chances of running in the 2027 presidential election. Even if she appeals, the court can declare her ineligible for office immediately, putting her political future at risk.
Maharashtra chief minister Devendra Fadnavis has dismissed calls for the removal of Mughal emperor Aurangzeb's tomb, citing its status as a protected monument while opposing glorification of the emperor. Union minister Ramdas Athawale has suggested replacing the tomb with a memorial for Chhatrapati Sambhaji. Tensions have escalated, with protests by right-wing groups and violent clashes reported.
The Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) will take place in Lucknow on February 22, 2025, featuring over 175 nominees from various sports. A distinguished jury, including renowned athletes like Anju Bobby George and Mary Kom, will select the winners. TOISA aims to celebrate India's sports achievements and inspire future talent.
Anna Muzychuk, Ukraine's top-ranked chess player, is set to compete in Norway Chess Women 2025. She aims to build on her runner-up finish from last year. The tournament features strong contenders like Ju Wenjun and Koneru Humpy. Equal prize money and unique scoring systems add to the competitive excitement. Muzychuk focuses on strategic preparation.
A video of Aaradhya Bachchan performing on stage on Annual day in December 2023 had gone viral on the internet. At that point, people were surprised to see her talent and many felt that she's giving other star kids a run for their money! Proud mom Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was seen recording her.
Pushpa 2: The Rule, starring Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna, has seen a dip in its box office collections on Day 26, recording Rs 6.65 crore. Despite this, the film's total collection stands at Rs 1163.65 crore net and has crossed Rs 1760 crore gross worldwide. It remains a top performer even in its fourth week.