During a conversation with Lex Fridman, PM Modi reflected on his relationship with former US President Donald Trump, citing moments of mutual respect and trust. Modi highlighted Trump's courage during the 'Howdy Modi' event and their shared nationalistic values, underscoring their strong personal connection.
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A man allegedly entered Samajwadi Party MP Zia Ur Rehman's house in Sambhal and threatened him. A case was filed against an unidentified youth. Police are investigating the incident. Zia ur Rehman, already implicated in a violent November 24 clash, has also faced recent allegations of power theft and anti-encroachment actions.
BJP's Radha Mohan Das Agrawal claimed proficiency in Quranic studies during an RS debate, evidencing Quranic mandates on financial documentation to argue for the waqf bill. He highlighted a lack of religious support for undocumented waqf property, stating no religious scholar could counter his interpretations.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport have seized 257 grams of gold hidden inside a screwdriver from a woman's luggage. The gold, valued at Rs 18.62 lakh, was found during a detailed examination following suspicion raised by X-ray images. Both passengers involved, a 20-year-old man and the woman on a wheelchair, were intercepted and are under investigation.
Nepal's Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has sent two embassy officers to Odisha to assist Nepali students affected by the alleged suicide of Prakriti Lamsal at KIIT University. Following protests, KIIT ordered Nepali students to vacate the campus, leading to further unrest and allegations of forced eviction.
The Delhi government has declared five dry days for the initial quarter of fiscal year 2025-26, including significant religious observances such as Ram Navami, Mahavir Jayanti, Good Friday, Buddha Purnima, and Eid-ul-Zuha. Liquor shops will be closed on these dates as per the Delhi Excise Rules, 2010, with mandates for licensees to display the order visibly.
An education festival was held at the Ainavilli temple in Konaseema district, where a special prayer was offered by placing one lakh pens at the feet of Lord Vigneswara. The event, marking Magha Masam Sukla Panchami, also included prayers to Saraswathi Devi and distribution of the pens to children, amidst large arrangements for devotees.
Veteran nuclear scientist Dr Rajagopala Chidambaram, instrumental in India's 1974 and 1998 nuclear tests, passed away at 88. He held key positions, including principal scientific adviser to the government and chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission. PM Modi and other leaders expressed their condolences, highlighting Chidambaram's significant contributions to India's scientific advancements.
Senior Congress MLA B R Patil has resigned as Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's political adviser, citing dissatisfaction with the current party scenario. Patil, a long-time loyalist, previously sought a ministerial position but faced resistance within his district, leading to his advisory role instead.