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11 Feb

Mukesh Ambani, Four Generations of Family Take Holy Dip at Maha Kumbh

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Prayagraj, February 11, 2025: Business magnate Mukesh Ambani, accompanied by his mother Kokilaben, sons Akash and Anant Ambani, daughters-in-law Shloka Mehta and Radhika Merchant, and grandchildren, participated in the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj. This marked a rare appearance of four generations of the Ambani family united in devotion at one of the most significant spiritual gatherings in the world.The family joined millions of pilgrims at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. They performed Ganga Puja under the guidance of Swami Kailashanand Giri Maharaj…

11 Feb

PM Modi Backs AI Foundation, Calls for Inclusive Global AI Partnership

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaAI Action Summit, AI Foundation, Global AI Partnership, PM Modi AI

Paris [France], February 11, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday welcomed the establishment of the AI Foundation and the Council for Sustainable AI, emphasizing global collaboration in the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Speaking at the AI Action Summit in Paris, which he co-chaired with French President Emmanuel Macron, Modi stressed the importance of making the Global Partnership for AI truly inclusive, particularly by addressing the concerns and priorities of the Global South.“I welcome the decision to set up the AI Foundation and the Council for Sustainable AI. I congratulate France and my dear friend President Macron for these…

11 Feb

Chandigarh Declares Public Holiday on February 12 for Sri Guru Ravi Dass Ji’s Jayanti

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Chandigarh, February 11, 2025: The Chandigarh Administration has declared a public holiday on February 12 in observance of Sri Guru Ravi Dass Ji’s birth anniversary. All government offices, boards, corporations, and institutions, including industrial establishments, will remain closed on this day.The announcement follows the annual tradition of honoring Guru Ravi Dass Ji, a revered spiritual leader and social reformer known for his teachings on equality, humanity, and devotion. His legacy continues to inspire millions across the country.

11 Feb

AAP Government in Punjab on Brink of Collapse, BJP Declares ‘Countdown Has Begun

nishuthapar10 CommentsPunjabAAP, Arvind Kejriwal, Bhagwant Mann, Manish Tewari, Punjab political instability

New Delhi, February 11, 2025 (ANI): As uncertainty looms over the stability of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab, senior Congress MP Manish Tewari has warned that any political turmoil in the border state could have "very severe national repercussions."Tewari emphasized Punjab’s strategic significance, criticizing the central leadership for failing to understand the complexities of the state. "Punjab is a border state. Our western neighbor is always hyperactive in trying to subvert and destroy its peace. Therefore, political instability here will have severe national repercussions. Delhi has never understood Punjab and unfortunately, never will," he said. He also…

11 Feb

Elon Musk Leads $97.4 Billion Bid to Acquire OpenAI, Sam Altman Mocks the Offer

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Washington DC, February 11, 2025: A consortium led by Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has made a $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI’s assets, according to The New York Times. The offer, backed by investors including Vy Capital, Musk’s AI company xAI, and Hollywood power broker Ari Emanuel, is seen as Musk’s latest attempt to gain control over the artificial intelligence giant.However, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman responded with a mocking rejection. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Altman wrote:"No thank you, but we will buy Twitter for $9.74 billion if you want."The exchange underscores the deep rivalry between Musk and…

10 Feb

Noida Police Freeze ₹11.11 Crore from FIITJEE Founder’s Bank Accounts Amid Investigation

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Noida, February 10, 2025: The Noida Police have frozen ₹11.11 crore from 12 bank accounts linked to FIITJEE Coaching Institute's founder, Dinesh Goyal, as part of an ongoing financial investigation. Authorities discovered that Goyal’s PAN card was linked to 172 current accounts and 12 savings accounts across multiple states. So far, police have identified and frozen funds in 12 of these accounts.The probe was launched after multiple FIITJEE centers in Noida, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, and other cities abruptly shut down, prompting complaints from students and parents. Many reported financial losses and academic setbacks due to the unexpected closures. In response,…

10 Feb

Supreme Court Questions Criminal Politicians’ Return to Parliament, Seeks AG’s Assistance

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New Delhi, February 10, 2025: The Supreme Court on Monday raised serious concerns over the criminalization of politics, questioning how convicted politicians are allowed to return to Parliament and state legislatures. The court sought the assistance of the Attorney General of India and directed the Centre and the Election Commission of India (ECI) to respond within three weeks.A bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Manmohan examined the constitutional validity of Sections 8 and 9 of the Representation of the People Act (RPA), 1951, which permits convicted politicians to contest elections after a six-year disqualification period. The court pointed out the…

10 Feb

Australia Seeks Exemption from Trump’s Steel and Aluminium Tariffs

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Canberra, February 10, 2025: The Australian government is pushing for an exemption from the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, arguing that Australian exports play a crucial role in supporting American jobs and defence ties.Trade Minister Don Farrell emphasized that Australian steel and aluminium contribute to "thousands of good-paying American jobs" and are integral to the U.S.-Australia defence relationship. Australian officials have been engaged in diplomatic efforts for months, seeking a waiver similar to the one granted during Trump’s first term in 2018.Trump’s latest trade move, announced on Sunday, imposed a blanket 25%…

10 Feb

Two Suspected Criminals Injured in Police Encounter After Attempted Escape in Amritsar

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Amritsar, February 10, 2025: Two suspected criminals, allegedly linked to the recent blast outside the non-functional Fatehgarh police post, were injured in a brief encounter with the police after attempting to escape custody on Sunday night. The suspects, identified as Karandeep Singh and Buta Singh, are believed to be part of a terror module connected to gangster-turned-terrorist Harpreet Singh, also known as Happy Passian.The incident took place near the Rajasansi area of Amritsar around 11 PM. Acting on a tip-off about the movement of three suspects involved in the Fatehgarh Churian blast, police teams swiftly apprehended Lovepreet Singh, Karandeep Singh,…

10 Feb

Stock Markets Tumble for Fourth Consecutive Day Amid US Tariff Concerns

nishuthapar10 CommentsBusinessIndian stock market crash, Nifty drop, Sensex decline, US tariff impact

Mumbai, February 10, 2025: Indian stock markets extended their losing streak for the fourth consecutive session on Monday, with the benchmark BSE Sensex plunging 548 points and the NSE Nifty dropping 178 points, as fresh US tariff threats rattled investor confidence. The Sensex fell by 548.39 points (0.70%) to close at 77,311.80, while the Nifty declined 178.35 points (0.76%) to settle at 23,381.60. During intra-day trading, the Sensex dropped as much as 753.3 points to hit 77,106.89, marking the lowest closing for both indices in a week.The sharp decline was triggered by US President Donald Trump’s announcement of plans to…