PM Modi and US Vice President J.D. Vance hailed the progress in negotiations for a mutually beneficial bilateral trade agreement (BTA), emphasizing its focus on citizen welfare. The US formally announced the terms of reference, outlining a roadmap for discussions on shared economic priorities.
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A 23-year-old man was allegedly abused and assaulted on a Bhopal-Indore passenger train for watching a reel about the Pahalgam terror attack. The two unidentified accused argued with the victim, made objectionable comments about India and the Constitution, and even threatened to throw him off the moving train. GRP has registered a case and is investigating using CCTV footage to identify the perpetrators.
South Africa has sealed a spot in the World Test Championship final with a two-wicket win over Pakistan. Australia, India, and Sri Lanka still compete for the remaining spot. Australia significantly boosted their chances with a victory over India, while Sri Lanka's hopes depend on winning against Australia and other match outcomes.
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Banks in India will be closed on specific holidays in January 2025, which vary by region. Customers can use digital banking during these closures. Notable holidays include New Year's Day, Sri Guru Gobind Singh's Birthday, and Makar Sankranti.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for JEE Main 2025 Session 2, which will be used for calculating final scores. Available on the official website, the key reflects verified responses after considering student objections. With results expected by April 19, 2025, the answer key allows candidates to estimate their performance. Qualifying students will proceed to JEE Advanced or JoSAA counselling for admissions to IITs, NITs, and other top institutions.
The BCCI is thinking about allowing players to use saliva on the ball again during the IPL. The proposal will be discussed with IPL team captains. The ICC had banned the practice due to COVID-19. The IPL may also approve the use of DRS for height wides and wides outside the off-stump.
Kolkata Knight Riders, IPL’s third-most successful franchise, have undergone several leadership changes since 2008. With iconic leaders like Sourav Ganguly, Gautam Gambhir, and Shreyas Iyer, KKR secured three IPL titles. Recently, Ajinkya Rahane has been appointed captain, with Venkatesh Iyer as vice-captain, aiming for continued success in the 2025 season.
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