Flipkart, owned by Walmart, has ended its work-from-home policy, requiring all employees to return to the office five days a week. This transition, occurring in phases, aims to foster community and shared goals. Flipkart joins competitors like Amazon, Meesho, and Zepto in mandating full-time office presence.
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Mumbai man Manish alias ‘Maddy’ Gopi was arrested for trafficking around 60 youths to Myanmar and Thailand with fake job offers. Once there, they were sold to a Chinese cybercrime racket for $1,000 each and forced into online scams. Police are probing the wider international network and working to repatriate more victims still trapped abroad.
India inducted three domestically manufactured naval vessels - two warships and a submarine - highlighting its military manufacturing capabilities and commitment to defense autonomy, countering China's influence and Pakistan's naval expansion. This aligns with Modi's vision for naval improvement and domestic production. Notably, 75% of components were produced domestically.
NDA is set to strengthen its presence in the Rajya Sabha as the resignation of YSRCP's V Vijayasai Reddy adds another seat to the BJP-led alliance in the upcoming by-election. With options to fill four additional nominated seats, the ruling alliance's position will be further solidified, impacting future legislative decisions in the Upper House.
Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals for the first three IPL matches while Sanju Samson recovers from finger surgery. Samson, cleared to bat but not to keep wickets, will thus be available only as an 'Impact Player' option. Parag, at 23, joins the youngest IPL captains, starting with the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad, followed by the chance to lead the team against KKR and CSK.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized Congress in his speech at Rajya Sabha, warning that expecting development and inclusion from the party is a mistake. He praised President Draupadi Murmu's address as inspirational and addressed criticism towards Arvind Kejriwal. Modi focused on his government's commitment to constitutional protection and highlighted Congress's inaction on social justice issues.
Incarcerated for the murder of her husband, Muskan Rastogi and her lover Sahil Shukla, both battling severe drug withdrawal symptoms, are closely monitored in Meerut jail. Their request to stay near each other was denied. Police investigations reveal their long-term drug use and possible obsession with black magic. Efforts are on for a fast-track trial.
February 12th, celebrated as Hug Day, is dedicated to conveying love and care through warm embraces. This day emphasizes the importance of hugs in strengthening bonds, comforting loved ones, and uplifting moods. Hug Day 2025 encourages expressing affection and appreciation through heartfelt hugs and thoughtful messages.
Leaves of doctors and paramedics at GMC Rajouri have been cancelled due to a medical alert after 17 deaths from a mysterious illness in Badhaal village. Relatives have been moved to an isolation center, and the village is now a containment zone. Investigations are ongoing into toxins found in the victims' samples, involving central teams and police probes.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for increased international pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing invasion. Amid US-Ukrainian ceasefire discussions in Saudi Arabia, Zelenskyy emphasised that without global pressure, Russia would continue to prolong the conflict and ignore diplomacy. Negotiations are focused on a potential ceasefire in the Black Sea, but Putin has only agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure.