US President Donald Trump sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, urging negotiations for a nuclear deal. Trump emphasized that it would benefit Iran and warned of severe consequences if Iran continued its nuclear program. Diplomatic efforts remain tense, especially after the US withdrew from the 2018 nuclear deal and reinstated sanctions.
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The Delhi government will table the long-pending CAG reports examining the previous AAP administration's performance in the Assembly on February 25. BJP MLA Vijender Gupta, the newly elected Speaker, confirmed the reports' tabling. The BJP alleges AAP delayed the reports to conceal corruption, while CM Rekha Gupta defends her swift actions.
The Taliban have detained two British nationals, a Chinese-American citizen, and their Afghan translator due to undisclosed reasons. The daughter of the British couple detained, Peter and Barbie Reynolds, has called on the UK government to secure their release, noting her parents' long-term commitment to Afghanistan.
Donald Trump softened his stance on Volodymyr Zelenskyy, stating he doesn't blame him for the Russian invasion but criticizes his leadership during the war. A long-delayed minerals agreement between the US and Ukraine is expected to be signed soon, potentially granting the US access to Ukraine's rare earth resources.
Union minister Hardeep Puri criticised Congress for creating controversies around the last rites of ex-PM Manmohan Singh, accusing them of disrespecting his memory and ethos. BJP members, including Manjinder Singh Sirsa, participated in the ceremonies, while Congress members were absent. Full state and military honours were accorded to Singh.
Australia's Alex Carey dispelled rumors of conflict between Sam Konstas and Virat Kohli after their brief clash during the Boxing Day Test. Carey praised Konstas' impressive debut performance, noting his aggressive start and confident 60-run innings. While acknowledging the refreshing energy Konstas brought, Carey suggested it might not always be his playing style.
Rohit Sharma will be dropped from the final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Sydney due to poor form, with Jasprit Bumrah assuming captaincy. This marks the first time an Indian captain will be dropped for performance reasons in the middle of a series. India trail the series 1-2 and must win the Sydney Test to retain the Border Gavaskar Trophy.
Divers discovered the wreck of a probable European warship near Kalpeni island, Lakshadweep on Saturday. The ship, dating back to the 17th or 18th centuries, includes a cannon and anchor, suggesting historic maritime battles. Further underwater archaeological research is needed to uncover more details and confirm its origins, as the coral growth obscures precise identification.
The White House has relaunched its Covid-19 website, prominently featuring the lab-leak theory and accusing the previous administration of suppressing debate on the virus's origins. The updated site criticizes early pandemic responses and alleges censorship of alternative views. This move follows revised assessments from intelligence agencies, while China continues to reject the lab-leak hypothesis.
Reliance Jio Platforms has partnered with SpaceX to offer Starlink's high-speed internet services in India, pending regulatory approval. This collaboration aims to enhance Jio's broadband offerings, ensuring affordable, seamless connectivity across the country. The partnership also explores additional cooperation to boost India's digital ecosystem.
India’s GDP growth is expected to slow to 6.4% in the fiscal year 2024-25, down from 8.2% in the previous year, as per NSO estimates. Real GDP and GVA growth rates are projected to decrease, while nominal measures see slight improvements.