Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav challenged the "One Nation, One Election" proposal, urging immediate dissolution of all governments and nationwide elections if the government is serious. Opposition parties criticize the move as impractical and a threat to federalism, while the BJP champions it as a step towards strengthening democracy. Heated parliamentary debates are expected.
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Vicky Kaushal's historical drama 'Chhaava', directed by Laxman Utekar, reached ₹326.75 crore in India after its second weekend. The film, chronicling Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj's life, earned ₹44 crore on its second Saturday and ₹40 crore on its second Sunday. It also received praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding to its soaring popularity.
As the threat from hostile drones rises, the Indian Army seeks nine more indigenous drone detection systems, while the IAF targets advanced anti-drone technologies including kamikaze and micro munitions-based systems. India lags in developing these technologies domestically, with the DRDO working on higher power DEWs and collaborations with foreign firms. Immediate advancements are crucial.
A security guard named Amar Singh was booked for killing a stray dog, Jojo, on Dec 29 using a rod. The incident led to 21 days of resident protests for justice. Despite Singh's claim of being bitten, residents argued he should have lodged a complaint rather than resorting to violence.
There is growing debate over Gautam Gambhir's performance as India's Test cricket coach, with a lackluster record of 3 wins in 10 Test matches. Former England spinner Monty Panesar suggests splitting coaching roles for Test and limited-overs cricket, possibly appointing VVS Laxman as Test coach, given Gambhir's success and comfort with white-ball formats.
Fugitive diamond merchant Mehul Choksi has been apprehended in Belgium based on an extradition request from Indian authorities concerning a significant banking fraud case. While this marks progress in bringing Choksi to justice, challenges remain as Belgian courts may consider human rights issues and prison conditions in India, potentially hindering extradition efforts.
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Former Pakistani minister Chaudhry Fawad Hussain praised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi for carrying a "Palestine" bag to Parliament, drawing criticism from the BJP, who accused her of "appeasement." Gandhi defended her action, stating it was her choice of attire and rejecting the BJP's patriarchal critique. This follows Gandhi's recent display of solidarity with Palestine by wearing a keffiyeh.
India and Thailand have strengthened their relationship, forming a strategic partnership to address security and economic concerns in the Indo-Pacific region. They signed five cooperation agreements, focusing on tourism, education, and technology, and committed to combatting human trafficking. Modi emphasized cooperation in renewable energy, digital technology, and FinTech.
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, tanked in opening trade on Thursday after US Federal Reserve’s hawkish commentary. While BSE Sensex went below 80,000, Nifty50 also plunged below 24,000.
D Gukesh won the World Chess Championship. He defeated Ding Liren in a thrilling final match. The 18-year-old made history. He became the youngest world chess champion. Gukesh secured victory after a crucial error by Ding. Gukesh is the second Indian to win the title. He joins the legendary Viswanathan Anand.