A 58-year-old Russian tourist died in an avalanche while skiing near Manali in Himachal Pradesh's Kullu district. Despite advisories and an annual ban on trekking in high-altitude areas, avalanches claimed the lives of two foreign tourists within a week. Authorities urge caution and adherence to safety guidelines.
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Controversy arose as a video showed the apparent absence of the Indian flag at the National Stadium in Karachi ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy. Speculations suggest the Indian team's matches being held in Dubai due to political tensions. The tournament starts on February 19 with Pakistan facing New Zealand.
Tibetan acting president Dolma Gyari asserts that resolving the 'Akhand Tibet' issue is crucial for peaceful Sino-Indian border resolution. She advocates for recognizing a unified, independent Tibet, citing the 1914 Shimla Accord. Gyari believes Arunachal Pradesh is integral to India and expresses confidence in Prime Minister Modi's leadership on the Tibet issue.
Prashant Kishor expressed his support for TVK president Vijay, vowing to assist in securing a victory in the 2026 assembly election. Kishor highlighted TVK as a movement for change, emphasizing shared values of dignity, equality, and opportunity, and urged party members to strengthen their efforts in the coming months.
A security guard named Amar Singh was booked for killing a stray dog, Jojo, on Dec 29 using a rod. The incident led to 21 days of resident protests for justice. Despite Singh's claim of being bitten, residents argued he should have lodged a complaint rather than resorting to violence.
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor anticipates an eventful period under US President Donald Trump's leadership. While expressing hopes for stable Indo-US relations, Tharoor highlights potential challenges in trade policies, tariffs, and immigration issues affecting Indian interests, alongside concerns about the rupee's depreciation and its impact on exports.
Apple launched its most affordable iPhone of 2025, the iPhone 16e, featuring the powerful A18 chip and Apple Intelligence. Available in three storage options starting at Rs 59,900, the phone includes a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR Display, 48MP Fusion camera, and advanced satellite features for Emergency SOS and more.
A 17-year-old Class 10 student was lured to a birthday party where he was assaulted, humiliated, and urinated upon by his classmates in Basti. Devastated by the incident and police inaction, he took his own life. The local police registered a case and suspended an officer for negligence.
Rajat Patidar, retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) for a hefty sum, is viewed as a potential future captain. Currently the third highest scorer in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, he aims to lead Madhya Pradesh to victory against Mumbai.
Latest income tax slabs 2025-26 after Budget 2025: FM Nirmala Sitharaman announced nil income tax for individuals earning up to Rs 12 lakh in Budget 2025. However for salaried individuals, this limit extends to Rs 13.7 lakh due to standard deductions and NPS investments.