Prime Minister Modi celebrated India's space achievements during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address, highlighting ISRO's 100th rocket launch and other milestones. He also announced that inspiring women will take over his social media accounts on National Women's Day and encouraged celebrating National Science Day by visiting research labs.
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A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing extensive damage and panic in Thailand and China. The tremor, followed by a significant aftershock, destroyed buildings, collapsed a bridge, and damaged infrastructure. Rescue operations are underway as people fled to safety, and emergency teams assess the situation amid warnings of possible aftershocks and further collapses.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has repeatedly targeted opposition leader Rabri Devi, highlighting how she became CM in 1997 after her husband Lalu Prasad's arrest. Kumar aims to consolidate women's support by contrasting RJD's nepotism with his own women-centric development schemes as elections approach.
In the fifth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney, Damien Fleming highlighted Jasprit Bumrah's rare aggression, which rallied his team. Bumrah took 32 wickets and stood out despite India's loss. Fleming credited Bumrah but also acknowledged Travis Head's performance and the potential of Prasidh Krishna and young talents like Nitish Kumar Reddy.
Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP-led Haryana government of contaminating Delhi's water, drawing sharp responses from political rivals including PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. Amid pressure over corruption allegations against AAP, Kejriwal's controversial claims is perhaps a ploy to redirect the campaign narrative towards public health concerns.
The BJP-led Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC-Leh) has unanimously passed a bill to reserve 33% of seats for women, marking a significant step towards gender equity in the region. This decision by LAHDC-Leh aims to empower women, especially those from rural areas, to participate in leadership roles and contribute to policymaking, aligning with the broader vision of women's empowerment.
The US government has reinstated the SEVIS records of 133 students, many of whom are Indian, following a court order. This allows them to continue their studies or OPT programs. While some students' visas were revoked, lawyers argue that SEVIS termination, which the government downplays, significantly impacts a student's legal status, contradicting official guidance.
US President Donald Trump addressed the World Economic Forum in Davos, emphasizing his intention to lower global oil prices, interest rates, and taxes. He warned of tariffs for products made abroad and expressed a desire to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war. Trump also criticized the import policies of Canada and the European Union.
Shiv Sena functionary Rahool Kanal was arrested for vandalizing the venue after comedian Kunal Kamra labeled deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde a 'traitor' during a performance. Authorities filed an FIR against several Shiv Sena members while Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis condemned Kamra’s remarks, demanding an apology.
In Gundlapochampally, a 26-year-old Dalit man was allegedly stripped, assaulted, and forced to lick the feet of his attackers after attempting to mediate a marital dispute. Petbasheerabad police have registered a case against six individuals, including K Kiran Kumar Yadav, following the emergence of a disturbing video on social media showing the brutal assault.
On the first day of the fourth Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Indian captain Rohit Sharma confronted Australian batter Marnus Labuschagne over running on the pitch. The incident led to a long exchange, with Labuschagne eventually agreeing. Washington Sundar later dismissed Labuschagne for 72 runs, setting the stage for an intense battle.