German voters will elect a new government on 23 February after Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition collapsed. Main issues include immigration, economic recession, and the rise of the far-right AfD. Front-runners include CDU's Friedrich Merz, SPD's Olaf Scholz, and AfD's Alice Weidel. Economic policies, asylum rules, and defence spending form key campaign promises.
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The Kremlin dismisses US President Donald Trump's remarks on the Ukraine conflict, expressing openness to constructive dialogue despite proposed sanctions. Trump threatens increased economic pressure on Russia, urging a peace deal to end the war. Meanwhile, Russian attacks continue, causing casualties in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.
Union minister Giriraj Singh sharply criticized Congress over the Waqf Amendment Bill, accusing the party of past appeasement. Singh highlighted how the BJP-led government rectified the mistakes from 2013. The Lok Sabha passed the bill after an extended debate, aiming to improve Waqf property administration.
Virat Kohli scored 84 runs, leading India to a four-wicket victory over Australia and securing a spot in the Champions Trophy final. Pacer Mohammed Shami and spinners Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja shone in India’s bowling attack, while Shreyas Iyer and KL Rahul played crucial roles in the successful chase.
Meerut police have restricted Eid namaz to designated locations only, warning of legal action for violations. This includes FIRs, potential arrests, and passport or license cancellation. Enhanced security measures include drones and video surveillance. RLD leader Jayant Chaudhary criticized the directive, linking it to George Orwell's dystopian novel, '1984'.
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are returning to Earth after an extended nine-month mission. Originally set for a week, technical issues delayed their return. The astronauts were on a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, not stranded, and were part of continuous ISS operations. The mission evaluated the Boeing Starliner spacecraft.
Fueled by advancements in space exploration and India's successful Chandrayaan-3 mission, lunar land ownership is gaining traction. Individuals can purchase plots in locations like the Bay of Rainbows and the Sea of Rains, driven by space travel excitement, future settlement potential, and collectible investment appeal. Increased demand has led to processing delays for lunar land purchases.
ITR filing deadline: December 31, 2024, is the last chance to file belated or revised income tax returns for FY 2023-24. Missing this deadline means penalties, loss of refunds and certain claims.
Bangladesh's army chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, has warned that the country's independence and sovereignty could be jeopardized if people do not work together. He emphasized the need for national unity, especially in light of upcoming elections, and stressed accountability for crimes to prevent future incidents.
In 2025, there will be two solar and two lunar eclipses, but India will only witness the full lunar eclipse in September, according to officials from Ujjain's Jiwaji Observatory. The first three eclipses will not be visible in India, including a total lunar eclipse in March and a partial solar eclipse in March and September.