The first weekend of 2025 brings the Quadrantid meteor shower, peaking on January 3rd-4th with 80 meteors per hour. Viewing is best from the Northern Hemisphere, despite cold and brief peak window. The Quadrantids, from asteroid 2003 EH1, offer bright fireballs and are named after the historical constellation Quadrans Muralis.
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed Parliament on various foreign policy matters. He confirmed Indian troops will patrol all historical points in Ladakh, including Depsang, despite disengagement agreements with China. Jaishankar expressed concern over minority treatment in Bangladesh, hoping for improved bilateral relations. He reiterated India's desire for amicable ties with Pakistan, contingent on Pakistan curbing terrorism.
Actor Saif Ali Khan, assaulted at his Bandra home, underwent surgery to remove a knife lodged near his thoracic spine and to repair spinal fluid leakage. Further, he had deep wounds on his wrist and neck. Currently stable and in recovery at Lilavati Hospital, Khan is out of danger and may be discharged in a few days.
Amazon Pharmacy now offers online delivery across all serviceable pin codes in India, with same-day delivery in 23 cities. Using Amazon's logistics network, customers can conveniently access a wide range of prescription medications and healthcare essentials. There's also a free telemedicine consultation service, along with cashback offers and free delivery options for Prime and non-Prime members.
Rohtak police arrested Sachin alias Dhillu, a Facebook friend of Himani Narwal, for her murder. Sachin strangled Himani during an argument, used her scooter to transport stolen items, and disposed of her body near Sampla bus stand. Valuable items were recovered from his shop.
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Samir Guha, a 56-year-old central government officer, tragically lost his life in the Pahalgam terror attack. His body was brought to his Kolkata home and laid at his beloved Bijoy Sangha Club's Durga mandap, where he was deeply involved in puja arrangements. His wife and daughter, who witnessed the horrific event, are devastated by the sudden loss.
The government is considering sites near Kisan Ghat and Rashtriya Smriti Sthal for former PM Manmohan Singh's memorial. BJP chief J P Nadda confirmed the allocation of space. While guidelines prefer Rashtriya Smriti Sthal, the final decision will be a political one. The designated spot could accommodate two more memorials despite past constraints.
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