Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Munich Security Conference urged the formation of a unified European armed force, citing the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war as proof of its necessity. He stressed the need for Europe to prepare for U.S. disengagement on critical issues, advocating for European military independence while maintaining a NATO partnership.
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US defense secretary Lloyd Ausin has lost the bid to block the plea deal reached by 9/11 attacks accused Khalid Sheikh Mohammad and two others which allows them to escape death penalty by pleading guilty to the crime. Austin had issued a brief order nullifying the plea, within two days of the plea deal.
Six women from a family, who begged on Delhi streets by day and committed burglaries by night, were nabbed by police along with their e-rickshaw driver, Jorawar. The group stole Rs 10 lakh from a shop, then fled to Rajasthan. Police recovered Rs 3.4 lakh and tools used for the crime. The hunt for the other perpetrators continues.
A software engineer in Bengaluru was defrauded of Rs 2.6 lakh by a man posing as a UK-based neurosurgeon on a matrimonial site. He lured her with false promises and fabricated a story about being detained at Delhi airport with a large sum of cash, prompting her to transfer funds repeatedly.
Engineer Abhey Singh, also known as IITian Baba, has been expelled from Juna Akhara for using abusive language against his guru, Mahant Someshwar Puri. This action underscores the importance of discipline and respect towards the guru in the sanyasi tradition. Singh is banned from the akhara until he adheres to its discipline.
New Zealand and India prepare for the Champions Trophy final in Dubai. New Zealand's journey saw them adapt to multiple venues, while India played all fixtures in Dubai. Despite a previous loss to India, New Zealand pose a significant threat with their recent experience of Dubai's conditions. Both teams have similar strengths, making an exciting final anticipated.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has criticised the Kerala Cricket Association for mishandling Sanju Samson, resulting in his exclusion from the Indian squad for the Champions Trophy 2025. Tharoor attributes Samson's omission to administrative egos within the KCA, noting Samson's impressive ODI record and questioning the decision to drop him over missing a training camp despite prior notice.
Donald Trump and Melania Trump attended a Church service at St. John’s in Washington, a tradition for presidential inaugurations. Notable tech industry leaders like Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, and Tim Cook were present, along with other prominent figures. This Inauguration ceremony is held indoors due to sub-zero temperatures, with Joe Biden greeting the incoming president.
President-elect Donald Trump reaffirmed his commitment to imposing reciprocal taxes on India, citing high tariffs on American goods. He emphasized that if India imposes tariffs, the US will respond in kind. While trade tensions are anticipated, India could potentially benefit from trade diversions caused by Trump's tariff policies targeting other nations.
Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge emphasised the need for organizational empowerment and nurturing local leadership. He criticised PM Modi for not addressing Amit Shah's remarks on B R Ambedkar. Kharge also raised concerns about the impartiality of the Election Commission and the involvement of ideologically committed individuals to protect the Constitution. Kharge promised to fully implement the Udaipur Declaration.
A Delhi court acquitted six individuals, including a former coal secretary and company executives, in a coal scam case. The court found no evidence of cheating or misrepresentation by Navbharat Power Pvt Ltd (later Brahmani Thermal Power) in obtaining Odisha coal blocks.