The Madras High Court directed the Union government to unblock Ananda Vikatan's website while mandating the removal of an offensive cartoon featuring PM Narendra Modi. The website was initially blocked without proper notification, and the court deemed the specific cartoon the only objectionable content.
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India signed a $248 million contract with Russia for procuring 1,000 HP engines to upgrade the T-72 tanks, enhancing their mobility and offensive capability. The deal includes technology transfer for licensed production at the Heavy Vehicles Factory in Avadi, supporting India's 'Make in India' initiative.
A Gurugram startup employee shared on Reddit that he was fired after 20 days for leaving work on time and allegedly having an attitude problem. Management criticized him for forming groups and eventually made him work from the director’s cabin.
Bangladesh's interim government has reinstated the "except Israel" inscription on its passports, reversing a 2021 decision. This move, announced on Sunday, formally prohibits Bangladeshi citizens from traveling to Israel. The reintroduction coincides with widespread anger in Bangladesh over Israel's military actions in Gaza, as evidenced by recent large-scale protests in Dhaka.
Astronauts age slightly slower in space due to microgravity and time dilation, as observed with Sunita Williams and Barry 'Butch' Wilmore. NASA studies indicate potential health impacts upon their return, including muscle atrophy, bone density loss, and cognitive changes. Williams and Wilmore are expected to return to Earth in late March 2025.
Manu Bhaker's name went missing from the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award recommendation list, despite her historic achievements in the 2024 Olympics. The Sports Ministry is considering using executive powers to nominate her, a rare move previously applied to cricketer Mohammed Shami for the Arjuna Award, highlighting extraordinary performance deviations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu asserts that the government cannot proceed with the truce until receiving details of hostages to be released by Hamas. Israel emphasizes its intention to resume conflict if needed. The approved ceasefire agreement aims to end the 15-month war, liberating hostages and Palestinian detainees, and increasing humanitarian aid to Gaza.
An accused drug smuggler, Gurjant Singh, tricked Bikaner police officers into letting him escape by stealing their vehicle during transport. Singh led a seven-hour chase before being recaptured with the help of nearly 200 villagers. An inquiry is underway to investigate potential negligence by the police officers involved in his initial transportation and escape.
The BCCI announced annual player contracts for Team India have been announced, with Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja retaining A+ status. Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan received Grade B and Grade C contracts, respectively, after prior exclusion due to Ranji Trophy absence. Rishabh Pant was promoted to Grade A, while several new players secured Grade C contracts.
RBI announced measures to infuse over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in money markets to address liquidity shortfall. The plan includes government bond buy-backs, a long-term repo auction, and a dollar-rupee swap auction. These steps, seen as a precursor to a possible repo rate cut in February, aim to stabilize the financial system and enhance monetary transmission.