A Delhi court has demanded an explanation from Tihar Jail authorities regarding the co-location of Christian Michel James, an AgustaWestland case suspect, with undertrial Shahnawaz, despite the latter's history of disciplinary issues. James alleges inmates cut deals for special treatment and recounts surviving poisoning attempts during his six-year imprisonment.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj, where he performed a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam alongside Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister. He expressed a deep spiritual connection with the sacred waters. The event has attracted millions of devotees and will continue until February 26.
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The Pentagon announced transgender troops will face dismissal unless they get waivers within 30 days, based on Trump's recent order. The directive reverses Biden’s 2021 policy, mandating stringent conditions for waivers, including a stable gender identity for 36 months without distress. This issue remains politically charged in the US.
SEBI warned Ola Electric for violating disclosure norms by announcing expansion plans on social media before notifying the stock exchanges. Bhavish Aggarwal posted about the store expansion on X hours before informing BSE and NSE. Ola faces potential enforcement action if compliance standards aren't improved. This occurs amidst other regulatory challenges for the company.
Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar have proposed hosting the 2036 Summer Olympics, with projected costs ranging from Rs 34,700 cr to Rs 64,000 cr. The plan includes four additional cities: Bhopal, Goa, Mumbai, and Pune. The ambitious budget surpasses that of Paris 2024, but there are possibilities to optimize costs.
Kane Williamson's unbeaten 133 off 113 balls led New Zealand to a six-wicket victory over South Africa, achieving their highest successful ODI chase against them. Williamson's knock included 13 fours and two sixes, and he became the second-fastest player to reach 7000 ODI runs, surpassing Virat Kohli. New Zealand secured a spot in the tri-series final in Pakistan.
The Reserve Bank of India has confirmed that IndusInd Bank is financially stable and adequately capitalised. Depositors are advised not to react to speculation concerning the bank's foreign exchange derivative portfolio discrepancies, which are to be resolved by March 31, 2025. The bank's financial ratios remain solid.
India captain Rohit Sharma and selection committee chairman Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy. A viral video revealed Rohit's concerns over new BCCI guidelines, including family travel restrictions on long tours. Agarkar confirmed the implementation of a new travel policy document post Australia's series defeat.
The Kremlin dismisses US President Donald Trump's remarks on the Ukraine conflict, expressing openness to constructive dialogue despite proposed sanctions. Trump threatens increased economic pressure on Russia, urging a peace deal to end the war. Meanwhile, Russian attacks continue, causing casualties in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.