The Supreme Court sought assistance from solicitor general Tushar Mehta to address the grievance of IFS officers against IAS officers writing their performance appraisal reports. IFS officers argue that IAS officers lack understanding of forest conservation intricacies. The SC has warned of possible contempt proceedings if the contentious office order is not withdrawn. Four states already have similar rules.
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Mark Carney, set to become Canada's next Prime Minister, aims to strengthen trade relations with India. Winning 85.9% of the Liberal Party vote, Carney emphasizes diversifying trade ties and values-based commercial relationships. His expertise in India's economy through Brookfield Asset Management bodes well for enhancing Canada-India economic and strategic connections.
Following a 10-wicket defeat in Adelaide, Australia levelled the series 1-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Sunil Gavaskar believes the momentum has shifted to Australia ahead of the Gabba Test. Harbhajan Singh emphasizes the series' unpredictable nature, highlighting India's need to secure victories in at least two of the remaining matches, ideally starting with Gabba.
President Trump plans to discuss ending the Ukraine war with Russian President Putin, focusing on territorial concessions and control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Trump aims to secure a 30-day ceasefire proposal accepted by Ukraine. Russia demands security guarantees excluding Kyiv from Nato membership. Britain's and France's peacekeeping force offer may aid truce enforcement.
A Bengaluru court approved a three-day custody for the DRI to investigate Sandalwood actress Ranya Rao, who was arrested for smuggling over 14 kg of gold from Dubai. Additional gold worth Rs 2.1 crore and Rs 2.7 crore in cash were found at her residence. The investigation seeks to uncover the smuggling network and the source of the gold.
Virat Kohli was met with boos from Aussie fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground during the Boxing Day Test. Involved in a shoulder-bump confrontation with Sam Konstas, Virat faced fines and a hostile reception. Despite a patient effort, a mix-up led to Yashasvi Jaiswal's run out, and Kohli eventually edged out for 36 runs.
The White House defends Trump's tariffs as a necessary correction to decades of failed trade policies that harmed American workers and industry. Citing job losses and rising trade deficits, the administration highlights recent investments from major companies as evidence of the strategy's success. However, the tariff implementation has caused market disruption and criticism, raising questions about the long-term impact.
Abhishek Bachchan and Karisma Kapoor’s relationship was one of the most discussed topics in Bollywood in the past. When their engagement was officially announced during Amitabh Bachchan's grand 60th birthday celebration, it sent waves of excitement across the nation. However, within a few months, the engagement was abruptly called off.
Devotees can no longer buy liquor in Ujjain for offerings at Kal Bhairav temple due to a new ban. Liquor sales within Ujjain municipal limits have ceased, closing all shops and bars. However, devotees can still carry legally purchased liquor from outside the city. The temple will maintain a two-day stock of liquor for rituals.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided Gensol Engineering Ltd offices and detained co-promoter Puneet Singh Jaggi amid financial misconduct allegations. This action, triggered by a SEBI report, accuses the Jaggi brothers of diverting funds obtained from Power Finance Corporation and IREDA Ltd into assets held by promoters and shell companies.