Donald Trump won the 2024 presidential election, overcoming legal challenges, an assassination attempt, and a divided Republican Party. His victory, despite various controversies and a struggling Democratic campaign led by Kamala Harris, marked a significant political resurgence and prompted global speculation about his second term.
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A 47-year-old man from Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram, was shot dead by Jordanian soldiers at the border while trying to enter Israel with three others, victims of a visa fraud. The group was promised Israeli work visas but received Jordanian tourist visas instead. Authorities are urging awareness about such frauds and seek help to bring his body back home.
A Samajwadi Party (SP) delegation, led by Mata Prasad Pandey and Lal B Yadav, handed over financial assistance to families affected by the Nov 24 Sambhal violence. They assured impartial probe and raised concerns over a police post's construction. The delegation included several MPs and MLAs, highlighting questions about the government's handling of the incident.
A 4.0 magnitude earthquake hit parts of Delhi-NCR early Monday morning, causing tremors in the region. The quake's epicenter was near Durgabai Deshmukh College in Dhaula Kuan, striking at a depth of five kilometers. Residents in high-rises reported strong tremors and rushed outside. The Delhi Police advised citizens to call emergency helpline 112 if needed.
President Trump began his first full day in office by signing executive orders on various issues, including freezing government hiring and ending remote work for federal employees. Several private companies such as Amazon and JPMorgan have already discontinued work-from-home policies, leading to employee complaints. The Trump administration faces potential challenges from unions opposed to ending remote work.
IPL-2025 has seen increased scrutiny of bat sizes, with on-field inspections now common. Sunil Narine and Anrich Nortje of KKR recently failed the gauge test, highlighting the BCCI's efforts to ensure fair play. While some, like Daniel Vettori, downplay the impact, bat manufacturers suggest alternative ways to balance the game, rather than solely focusing on bat dimensions.
Congress is set to organize district-level "chaupals" demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his remarks on B R Ambedkar. The month-long campaign, "Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan", will highlight BJP-RSS's alleged disrespect towards Ambedkar and the Constitution. The campaign will culminate on Jan 26 with a rally in Mhow, marking 75 years of the Constitution.
In a recent interview, Kane Williamson, a modern "Fab Four" member, identified his "upcoming Fab Five" for cricketing greatness. He listed Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman Gill, Rachin Ravindra, Harry Brook, and Cameron Green as players with the potential to become future legends. These young stars have already begun making significant impacts with their unique skills and performances in Test cricket.
Virat Kohli's return to domestic red-ball cricket after 12 years at the Arun Jaitley stadium drew over 15,000 fans. The electrifying atmosphere echoed international matches with chants of “Kohli, Kohliâ€. Kohli's brother and childhood coach were present, adding emotional significance. An enthusiastic fan breached security to touch Kohli's feet, highlighting his deep connection with supporters.
Tensions escalate as Bangladesh constructs an embankment near the Muhuri River in South Tripura, raising security concerns and flood fears. CPM legislator Dipankar Sen urges Union intervention, citing Indira-Mujib pact violations. Villagers fear potential flooding of Belonia town due to restricted river flow.