US President Donald Trump claimed India has agreed to reduce tariffs after being exposed for high charges. This announcement comes as Tesla anticipates entering the Indian market amidst existing hefty import duties, which could hinder their plans. Discussions about a Bilateral Trade Agreement to enhance India-US trade continue.
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A man in his mid-20s, Shubham Harane, was brutally murdered in Kawrapeth on Sunday after a dispute over a T-shirt with Prayag and Akshay Asole. Prayag, the attacker, slit Harane's throat and fled the scene, causing widespread tension and concerns over rising lawlessness in the area.
India's Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights the nation’s growing AI capabilities and announces the development of an indigenous generative AI model, powered by the India AI Compute Facility. With 19,000 GPUs available, India aims to create AI models that incorporate local context and culture while addressing data privacy issues.
Pope Francis, in his Christmas "Urbi et Orbi" message, urged the end of conflicts worldwide, including those in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan. Addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, he called for a ceasefire and the release of hostages. Speaking to thousands in St. Peter's Square, the pontiff emphasised the need for dialogue and peace negotiations.
A mysterious disease has hit poultry farms in Telangana's Wanaparthy district, leading to the sudden deaths of around 2,500 chickens in three days. Veterinary officials are investigating the cause by collecting and testing samples. Authorities are urging farm owners to follow biosecurity measures to prevent further spread while awaiting lab results.
Joshua Riibe, a person of interest in the disappearance of Sudiksha Konanki, a University of Pittsburgh student, is being held in the Dominican Republic under "irregular conditions." Konanki was last seen with Riibe and others at a Punta Cana beach. Riibe provided conflicting statements claiming he lost sight of Konanki in the water.
India triumphed over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy final, marking their second ICC title in nine months. Key decisions, including promoting Axar Patel in the batting order and backing KL Rahul over Rishabh Pant, played crucial roles, while Varun Chakravarthy's unexpected inclusion bolstered their spin attack. This win marked India's second ICC title in just nine months. They had previously clinched the 2024 T20 World Cup in June, defeating South Africa in the final in Barbados.
Travis Head's dominant century in the World Test Championship final against India has left the Indian team searching for answers. His aggressive batting style, coupled with India's inability to execute their plans, allowed Head to control the game. India's bowling coach admitted to planning failures, particularly with the softer ball.
Australia’s young all-rounder, Cooper Connolly, had a memorable ICC Champions Trophy semi-final debut against India. Despite an early dismissal by Mohammed Shami and dropping a catch, Connolly took Rohit Sharma's wicket, marking a significant achievement. Reflecting on the experience, he remains optimistic and eager to seize more opportunities at the international level.
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In Balochistan, a Pakistani military convoy was attacked by the Baloch Liberation Army, resulting in 90 army personnel deaths. The convoy comprised eight buses, with one completely destroyed. However, a Pakistani police officer confirmed five paramilitary deaths. Earlier this week, a similar attack by the BLA led the military to free hostages from a train siege in Balochistan.