During his visit to the US, PM Modi and President Trump affirmed their strong personal bond and discussed key issues including trade, energy, and extradition. Both leaders emphasised the future collaboration and the importance of national interest, with commitments to enhance ties and combat human trafficking together.
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121 farmers ended their hunger strike in Delhi after farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal accepted medical aid, following the government's invitation for talks on farmers' demands. Dallewal had been on a hunger strike since November 26. The talks, scheduled for February 14, aim to discuss the minimum support price (MSP) for crops.
Former Maharashtra Congress president Nana Patole has suggested a potential shift in the state's political landscape by inviting deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar to form a government without CM Devendra Fadnavis. His comments come amid reports of friction within the ruling alliance.
Haveli police have registered a case against four unidentified youths from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar after a video went viral showing them tricking a New Zealand national into uttering Marathi swear words. The incident took place at Sinhagad Fort near Pune, where the youths engaged the foreigner in conversation and encouraged him to repeat obscene phrases without his knowledge.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar addressed concerns regarding a $21 million USAID funding for voter turnout in India, raised by former US President Donald Trump. He assured that the government is investigating the matter to reveal any underlying issues. Jaishankar emphasized the strengthening of bilateral ties during PM Modi's US visit.
Hindi-language film 'Santosh' has been shortlisted for the Best International Feature Film at the 2025 Oscars. Representing the UK, the film, directed by Sandhya Suri and starring Shahana as a widowed police constable, premiered at Cannes to critical acclaim. Selected from 85 submissions, 'Santosh' explores themes of corruption and murder in rural North India.
Army commanders initiated a four-day conference to review the security situation at the borders with China and Pakistan. The conference, led by General Upendra Dwivedi, focuses on operational priorities and the modernization of the large force, particularly in context of slow troop de-escalation at the LAC with China.
At 43, Mahendra Singh Dhoni amazed fans with a lightning-fast stumping of Phil Salt in CSK's IPL 2025 match against RCB. Salt, in great form, was dismissed by Dhoni’s sharp reflexes after misjudging a googly from Noor Ahmad. Dhoni's agility and cricketing intellect continue to impress, reinforcing his reputation as a legendary wicketkeeper.
Amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, spiritual leaders Swami Vishnudevananda Giriji Maharaj from Ukraine and Ananda Lila Mata from Russia are promoting love and peace at the Maha Kumbh Mela. They deliver sermons together, emphasizing universal spiritual truths and advocating for world peace, demonstrating that spirituality can transcend national conflicts and bring harmony.
Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari states that the driver involved in the fatal Jaipur LPG tanker crash had been driving for over 12 hours. The government plans to implement systems to track heavy vehicle driving hours, including using Aadhaar cards and vehicle location tracking devices.