Elon Musk responded to criticisms of favouring Russia by claiming that he previously challenged Vladimir Putin to combat over Ukraine. Musk also pointed out that his Starlink system is critical for Ukraine's military. He called for sanctions on Ukrainian oligarchs and urged for an immediate ceasefire to end the conflict.
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Elon Musk reshared a video where JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon praises him, calling Musk 'our Einstein' for his work with SpaceX, Tesla, and Neuralink. Dimon also shared strong views on government efficiency and accountability. “I think it is completely rational for someone to look at our government and say it's been ineffective,†he remarked.
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has requested data on prices to retailers and annual turnover from companies manufacturing nicotine replacement therapies (NRTs) to establish ceiling prices. This follows the inclusion of NRTs in the National List of Essential Medicine (NLEM), 2022, and the revision of the Drugs Prices Control Order (DPCO), 2013.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah backed Tamil Nadu's campaign against the population-based delimitation, contrasting with his deputy's cautious stance. A Tamil Nadu delegation proposed a joint action committee, aiming to involve multiple states. The protest revolves around accusations of bias against southern states in the delimitation process. Siddaramaiah condemned actions that weaken democracy and federal principles.
Filmmaker Atlee faced a racist joke from comedian Kapil Sharma on "The Great Indian Kapil Show." Sharma's comment about Atlee's appearance drew criticism, including from singer Chinmayi Sripaada. Atlee responded by emphasizing judging people by their hearts, not their looks.
The new Delhi govt faces significant financial challenges in delivering on BJP's ambitious election promises, including monthly payments for underprivileged women and seniors. With a projected tax revenue of Rs 58,750 crore against increasing expenses, funding these schemes may require reallocating funds from other sectors or seeking central assistance.
Nearly 400 IndiGo passengers were stranded at Istanbul Airport for two days due to technical issues causing flight delays and cancellations. Passengers reported a lack of communication, accommodation, and meal vouchers, expressing frustration on social media. IndiGo stated that they provided refreshments and accommodation where possible and apologized for the inconvenience.
International students in the US are being asked to self-deport following an email from the state department, allegedly due to campus activism. Immigration lawyers confirm that social media activities are being scrutinized, leading to revoked visas and terminated SEVIS records, with potential future visa difficulties.
Several towns in Rajasthan observed a bandh demanding swift action against suspects involved in the alleged targeted sexual exploitation of schoolgirls in Bijaynagar. Seven men, including a former councillor, have been arrested. Protests were held, with markets remaining shut in some towns. Authorities assure expedited legal proceedings. Allegations of religious conversions are under investigation. Deputy CM Diya Kumari promised stringent action.
E-commerce ads claiming instant skin whitening by lotions have been proven unsubstantiated, as companies admitted to exaggerating unique selling points to stand out online. The Central Consumer Protection Authority has fined these companies and warned of harsher penalties for future offences, emphasizing the illegality of misleading advertisements.