Elon Musk addressed recent anti-DOGE protests at Tesla stores, where demonstrators called for a boycott over Musk's proposed government spending cuts. Mass arrests followed disruptions at various locations, with further protests planned in Europe.
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Australian cricketers favor early-season Gabba Tests due to the venue's historical success rate before Christmas. The pitch curator notes that pre-Christmas pitches offer more pace and carry, benefiting home-team pacers. Post-Christmas, the Gabba has seen more Australian losses in recent years, challenging its fortress reputation. This factor influences scheduling preferences for optimal playing conditions.
Nir Barkat, Israel's minister for economy and industry, is optimistic about strengthening business ties with India across sectors such as high-tech, health and life sciences, agro tech, and homeland security. He emphasizes the complementary strengths of Israeli technology and Indian scaling capabilities. Discussions for increased Indian manpower in Israel are also underway.
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Allahabad High Court Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav's endorsement of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) at a Vishva Hindu Parishad event sparked controversy and a Supreme Court intervention. Critics, including Prashant Bhushan and Asaduddin Owaisi, questioned the judge's attendance and remarks, raising concerns about impartiality. The Supreme Court has requested a detailed report from the Allahabad High Court regarding the incident.
Alert Indian Army personnel spotted a Pakistani drone hovering over the Line of Control in Poonch district, Jammu and Kashmir. They opened fire, forcing the drone to return to Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. A search operation was subsequently launched to locate any drone-dropped narcotics or weapons in the area.
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra reignited his feud with Ola founder Bhavish Aggarwal during a show in Mumbai, mocking Aggarwal's handling of customer complaints and technical issues. The comedian criticized Aggarwal's focus on scooter colors and referenced their ongoing disputes, including Aggarwal’s management tactics and political connections.
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's recent outbursts, particularly against former CMs Lalu Prasad and Rabri Devi, have sparked controversy and questions about his health. Political analysts suggest his behavior may stem from challenges to his long-standing leadership and authority in the state.
In Bangladesh, the Muslim Consumers' Rights Council rallied, demanding a boycott of restaurants not serving beef. They accused these establishments of aligning with anti-Muslim ideologies and called beef a symbol of Islamic identity. This protest occurs amidst escalating violence against minorities following the recent political upheaval.
Saif Ali Khan was discharged from Lilavati Hospital after sustaining multiple injuries during a robbery at his home. The family celebrated his return with festive decorations, while he is advised to rest. Mumbai police have arrested the prime suspect, an illegal Bangladeshi immigrant, who confessed to the crime.