PM Narendra Modi criticized the opposition RJD for its past governance in Bihar, accusing them of corruption and disrespecting Hindu traditions. He reiterated his government's commitment to Bihar's development, announcing a new power plant, infrastructure projects, and financial assistance for farmers.
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Allu Arjun's "Pushpa 2" continues its box office rampage, nearing ₹1000 crore globally in just two weeks. The film's Telugu and Hindi versions lead the charge, with strong contributions from other South Indian languages. Despite weekday dips, "Pushpa 2" is expected to hit the ₹1000 crore mark soon. The film will be available on Netflix in February 2025.
The Centre imposed President's rule in Manipur following CM N Biren Singh's resignation and unsuccessful attempts to form an alternative government. The assembly remains in suspended animation, with Governor Ajay Bhalla overseeing the state, aiming to create a neutral setting for peace talks between Meitei and Kuki-Zo leaders.
During his visit to the US, PM Modi and President Trump affirmed their strong personal bond and discussed key issues including trade, energy, and extradition. Both leaders emphasised the future collaboration and the importance of national interest, with commitments to enhance ties and combat human trafficking together.
The Chhattisgarh High Court acquitted a man convicted of rape and other charges, ruling that sexual acts by a husband with his adult wife, including without her consent, cannot be considered rape or an offence. The court cited amendments to Section 375 IPC and the Navtej Singh Johar case in its judgment, ordering the man's release.
'Kesari 2' has now completed 7 days at the box office but the film has not yet crossed the Rs 50 crore mark. It has seen a dip in the numbers during the weekdays but Emraan Hashmi's 'Ground Zero' which releases today may further give it competition.
Four girls at a government hostel in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad could face suspension for ordering pizza. The hostel, managed by the social justice department, issued a warning notice after discovering a pizza box. Authorities emphasized the rule against outside food to prevent poisoning incidents.
India's planned Chandrayaan-4 mission aims to collect lunar samples and return them to Earth, requiring two separate launches due to its 9,200kg mass. Chennaiyan -5, also known as Lupex, is a joint mission with Japan featuring a heavier lander and sophisticated payloads contributed by India, Japan, USA, and Europe.
Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist Ann Telnaes resigned from The Washington Post after her cartoon depicting Post owner Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Patrick Soon-Shiong, and Mickey Mouse was rejected. Telnaes cited concerns for press freedom, while Opinions Editor David Shipley defended the decision to avoid repetition, urging her to reconsider resignation.
Prime Minister Modi highlights India's firm stance on illegal immigration and human trafficking, emphasizing cooperation with the US. He advocates for tackling the root causes of these issues. Additionally, Modi discusses India's efforts to promote peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, supporting diplomatic solutions.