Elon Musk's social media platform X has suspended several opposition accounts in Turkey amidst growing civil unrest in response to the arrest of Ekrem Ä°mamoÄŸlu, Istanbul's mayor. The suspended accounts were mainly grassroots activists sharing protest information. The Turkish government claims some accounts were inciting hatred, and X has significantly increased compliance with government content removal requests.
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Defence minister Rajnath Singh emphasized unity in governance at Invest Karnataka 2025, urging states and the Centre to cooperate for India's development. He praised Bengaluru's potential in AI and hailed the event as a symbol of cooperative federalism. Singh encouraged investors to believe in India's growth, citing GST as a successful economic reform.
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​​There is substantial evidence that Representative Gaetz violated House Rules and other standards of conduct prohibiting prostitution, statutory rape, illicit drug use, impermissible gifts, special favors or privileges, and obstruction of Congress, the report said. But the report also found that Gaez did not violate sex trafficking laws. The 17-year-old admitted that she did not inform Gaetz that she was under 18 at that time and nor did Gaetz ask her age.
Bengalureans are reselling Coldplay concert tickets for Mumbai and Ahmedabad due to logistical issues and high travel costs. Skyrocketing airfare, lack of affordable train tickets, and expensive accommodation are the main factors. Fans, including techies, marketing professionals, and sales consultants, are reconsidering their plans. Some even faced hotel cancellations, leading to higher expenses.
BSP chief Mayawati removed her brother Anand Kumar from his additional role as national coordinator after he expressed reluctance due to his son Akash Anand's sacking. Mayawati appointed Jat leader Randhir Beniwal and Rajya Sabha MP Ramji Gautam as co-national coordinators, enhancing the party's leadership composition.
Indian assistant coach Abhishek Nayar clarified that Shubman Gill's exclusion from the fourth Test against Australia was a strategic decision based on pitch conditions. All-rounder Washington Sundar was preferred to add depth and balance to the team. Nayar emphasized it was not a reflection on Gill's form. The decision has sparked discussions among cricket enthusiasts.
Virat Kohli made a heartwarming return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years, joining the Delhi team at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kohli, who played his last match for Delhi in 2012, shared nostalgic moments with his former coach Mahesh Bhati and the young team. Excitement builds for the Delhi vs. Railways match on January 30.
Elon Musk warns California could face bankruptcy without significant changes, citing concerns about high government spending and business regulations. Musk moved Tesla's headquarters to Texas due to California's challenges. He also emphasized that the U.S. needs drastic budget cuts, stressing it's essential to avoid national bankruptcy.
Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, specifically for the murder of Jaswant Singh and his son. The court cited Kumar's age, health, good conduct, and potential for rehabilitation as reasons for opting for life imprisonment instead of the death penalty, disappointing some Sikh leaders.