January 1st marks a fresh start for 2025, filled with new beginnings, traditions, and resolutions. People celebrate with fireworks, gatherings, and symbolic foods, emphasizing love, family, and optimism. The article offers a range of New Year wishes, messages, and quotes to share with loved ones, alongside inspirational reflections on starting anew.
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A man suspected of drug smuggling tricked police in Bikaner, Rajasthan into leaving their vehicle, which he then stole and drove away. He was later recaptured after a seven-hour search involving nearly 200 villagers. The suspect and his accomplice abandoned a vehicle carrying 1,500 kg of poppy husk during the chase.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) expressed willingness to consider the demand for publishing booth-wise voter turnout data online during a Supreme Court hearing. The petitioners, TMC MP Mahua Moitra and Association for Democratic Reforms, have 10 days to make representations before the ECI. The ECI aims to address discrepancies in voter turnout data, ensuring transparency.
Government hospitals in Pune are struggling to manage the surge of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) patients needing intensive care. With over 50 patients in ICU and 20 on ventilators, the healthcare system is under strain. Many families are turning to government hospitals due to high costs in private facilities.
The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE) will be closed on March 31, 2025, due to Eid al-Fitr celebrations. Trading will resume on April 1, with subsequent closures in April for Shri Mahavir Jayanti, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, and Good Friday.
French President Macron personally escorted PM Modi to Marseille airport after his productive visit. Modi’s trip focused on AI cooperation, defence, space, and civil nuclear energy. Modi co-chaired the AI Action Summit, and inaugurated the first Indian Consulate in Marseille. Key agreements on small modular reactors and support for Indian startups were signed. Modi hailed the visit as historic.
Additionally, the Japan-spec model also gets heated ORVMs, and heated front seats with advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) features such as adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking and more. Regarding pricing, the Japan-spec 5-door Jimny is priced between 2,651,000 yen and 2,750,000 yen (about Rs 14.86 lakh to Rs 15.41 lakh at current exchange rates).
Apple is in discussions with Bharat Forge for manufacturing components in India, further expanding its supplier network. This move aims to enhance local value addition, reduce reliance on China.
Each day of Chaitra Navratri is associated with a specific colour, which holds significant meaning and symbolism for the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
Rajasthan Royals secured their first win of IPL 2025 by defeating Chennai Super Kings. Stand-in captain Riyan Parag, who faced backlash for his post-match behavior and was fined for slow over-rate, led the team in Sanju Samson's absence. Fans criticized Parag's actions after the victory. After losing their season opener to Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals will next take on Punjab Kings in Mullanpur on April 5.
Apple has introduced a new iPad Air featuring the powerful M3 chip, offering double the performance of the M1 model. Available in 11- and 13-inch versions, the devices come at the same starting prices of $599 and $799. The update includes support for advanced AI features, enhanced graphics, and a redesigned Magic Keyboard.