Rahul Gandhi questions Mayawati's current electoral approach, noting BSP's refusal to join the INDIA bloc for the 2024 elections. Despite BSP not winning any seats, their influence was crucial in Uttar Pradesh, impacting the results and the INDIA bloc’s seat tally.
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Former India cricket stars including Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, and Rohit Sharma celebrated 50 years of Wankhede Stadium. Gavaskar shared memories of the inaugural match in 1975, expressing pride in the home ground. The event included cultural festivities, music, dance, and a laser show.
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard visits India following PM Modi's trip to the US. Modi and Gabbard discussed India-US relations, with Gabbard expressing her commitment to strengthening ties. This visit follows Modi’s meeting with President Trump after Trump's second term in office began, highlighting the continuing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
Karnataka BJP MLC CT Ravi was detained after state minister Laxmi Hebbalkar filed an FIR alleging derogatory language against her. Ravi denies the accusations, calling them false and demanding video verification. Congress leaders condemned Ravi's alleged remarks, while supporters of Hebbalkar protested the incident.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's wife B M Parvathi and Minister Byrathi Suresh were summoned by the ED for questioning in a land allotment case, but the Dharwad bench of the High Court stayed the summons until February 10. The court reserved judgment on transferring the probe to the CBI, with arguments highlighting the potential disruption to ongoing proceedings.
Kolkata supplied human skeletons globally for two centuries. This trade flourished during British rule and continued after Indian independence. Skeletons were sourced from unclaimed bodies and grave robbery. The industry faced bans, yet persisted. Young Brothers was a key exporter. Millions of skeletons were shipped from Kolkata until a final ban in 1985.
KKR head coach Chandrakant Pandit is confident ahead of their IPL 2025 match against MI, acknowledging Mumbai’s strong bowling despite Bumrah’s absence. He praised Rahane’s leadership and de Kock’s performance, and confirmed Narine's recovery, promising a thrilling contest at Wankhede.
Amidst the trade tensions between the US and China, India emerges as a key player. Companies like Apple are shifting production to India. This shift is due to tariffs and India's conciliatory trade stance. The Indian government is providing incentives to boost manufacturing. While challenges remain, India is well-positioned to benefit from the global supply chain shifts.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth stated that the US is prepared for conflict with China amid escalating trade tensions. Tensions rose after President Trump doubled tariffs on Chinese imports, prompting China to respond with its own tariffs. Hegseth underscored the importance of military strength, while emphasizing Trump's positive relationship with President Xi Jinping and prioritizing Indo-Pacific military readiness.