The Dalai Lama's new book reveals his successor will be born outside China, challenging Beijing's control over Tibet's spiritual leadership. Beijing rejects his statement, insisting it has the authority to select the next Dalai Lama. The Dalai Lama emphasizes the importance of continuing his mission and the Tibetan people's aspiration for freedom.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with top Trump aides, including US National Security Advisor Michael Waltz and Elon Musk, to discuss strategic ties and trade issues before his meeting with President Trump. Modi aims to emphasize the broader US-India partnership, while Musk's potential business ventures in India were also deliberated.
The Snow Moon, the second full moon of February, will occur on 12 February 2025. Originating from associations with heavy snowfall and winter challenges, it is also known as the Hungry Moon or Storm Moon. This year's Snow Moon will coincide with a brief lunar event obscuring Mars, making it an exciting spectacle for sky observers.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed at least 26 people, former Bengal cricketer expressed strong sentiments against playing cricket with Pakistan. He emphasized that murdering innocent Indians seemed to be their national sport and urged a response beyond sports.
A weak rupee is increasing costs for Indian students studying abroad, exacerbated by tighter post-education work visa norms in the UK and Canada. This could lead to longer loan repayment periods or higher EMIs. Experts suggest locking in foreign exchange rates early and seeking scholarships to reduce financial burden, while recommending students to focus on emerging fields for better job prospects.
Ragini Khanna discussed why she left The Kapil Sharma Show. She stated that the show offered nothing fresh and only gave her roles where women wore revealing clothes. This objectification made her uncomfortable. She also mentioned that long working hours on TV affected her health, giving her severe gastroenteritis.
Rohit Sharma silenced critics with a blistering, unbeaten 76, his highest IPL 2025 score, propelling Mumbai Indians to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Chennai Super Kings. Coming in as an Impact Substitute, Sharma partnered with Suryakumar Yadav for a match-winning 114-run stand. Jasprit Bumrah's bowling earlier restricted CSK, setting the stage for MI's triumphant chase.
Private universities lead in fee-related complaints in India, with over 4,250 issues resolved and refunds of Rs 25.5 crore in the past five years, according to UGC's Fee Nivaran Cell. Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Rajasthan are the top states with the highest number of complaints.