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11 Feb

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

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsAI investment, Elon Musk, OpenAI acquisition, Sam Altman, xAI

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

Australia Seeks Exemption from Trump’s Steel and Aluminium Tariffs

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsAnthony Albanese, Australia-U.S. trade, Don Farrell, steel and aluminium tariffs, Trump trade policy

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

Bangladesh Court Acquits Journalist Mahmudur Rahman in 2015 Plot Case to Abduct and Kill Sheikh Hasina’s Son

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsBangladesh, Bangladesh Court Verdict, Mahmudur Rahman Acquitted, Sajeeb Wazed Joy, Sheikh Hasina

Dhaka, February 10, 2025: A Bangladesh court on Monday acquitted prominent journalist Mahmudur Rahman in a high-profile case related to an alleged plot to abduct and kill Sajeeb Wazed Joy, the son of ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, in the United States back in 2015. The verdict, delivered by Dhaka 4th Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge Tarique Aziz, stated that the charges against Rahman were "false and fabricated." The court scrapped his previous conviction and sentence, citing a lack of credible evidence.After the verdict, Mahmudur Rahman expressed relief, stating, "I finally got justice from the court. I will continue my fight…

10 Feb

PM Modi’s France Visit & Co-Chairing of AI Action Summit Mark a Major Milestone for India-France Ties

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia, World NewsAI Action Summit 2025, India-France relations, PM Modi France visit

Paris, February 10, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to France and India’s role as co-chair of the AI Action Summit are being celebrated as significant steps forward in strengthening the strategic partnership between India and France. The summit, scheduled to take place in Paris from February 10–12, will not only focus on advancing technological cooperation but also highlight the growing geopolitical significance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the global stage.Coumar Ananda, President of the Chambers of Commerce and Industry France-India, underscored the event's importance, noting that AI has evolved beyond being just a technological tool to becoming a…

09 Feb

Tragic Bus Accident in Southern Mexico Claims 41 Lives

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsMexico bus accident 2025, Tabasco tragedy, Tours Acosta bus crash

Tabasco, Mexico – February 10, 2025: A devastating traffic accident in southern Mexico early Saturday morning has claimed the lives of 41 people, according to an official statement from the Tabasco state government. The tragedy unfolded when a bus carrying 48 passengers collided with a truck, resulting in a catastrophic fire that engulfed the entire bus. Among the confirmed fatalities are 38 passengers and three drivers—two from the bus and one from the truck. The intensity of the blaze left recovery teams struggling, with authorities able to identify only 18 skulls amid the charred remains, as recovery efforts continue.The ill-fated…

09 Feb

Elon Musk’s TIME Magazine Cover Sparks Tension with President Trump Amid Rumors of Political Ambitions

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsDOGE, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, USA

Washington D.C., February 9, 2025: A striking new TIME magazine cover featuring Elon Musk seated at the Resolute Desk in the Oval Office has ignited controversy, drawing a sharp response from President Donald Trump and fueling rumors about Musk’s potential political ambitions. The cover, part of a feature titled "Inside Elon Musk's War on Washington," portrays the SpaceX and Tesla CEO casually holding a coffee cup, flanked by the American and Presidential flags, against a bold red backdrop—symbolizing his growing influence within the Trump administration.When questioned about the provocative cover during a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, Trump…

07 Feb

US Spends Over $1 Million to Deport 104 Indians Using Military Aircraft

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Illegal immigrant, US

The Trump administration has initiated the use of military aircraft to reinforce its commitment to deporting undocumented immigrants. A recent deportation operation to India reportedly cost around $1 million (approximately Rs. 8.74 crore). Reports indicate that military flights can be more than three times as expensive as civilian flights. On Wednesday, a US Air Force cargo plane arrived in Amritsar, transporting 104 Indian citizens who had entered the United States illegally, according to a statement from the US government.

07 Feb

Search Underway for Missing US Plane with 10 People in Alaska

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US officials announced on Friday that a search operation is ongoing in rural Alaska after a plane carrying 10 individuals, including the pilot, failed to arrive in Nome as scheduled. The Bering Air Caravan flight, traveling from Unalakleet to Nome, was reported overdue to the Alaska State Troopers at 4 PM local time, according to the Alaska Department of Public Safety, as cited by NBC News. The Coast Guard has been alerted, and an active ground search is currently in progress, as stated by the Nome Volunteer Fire Department on social media. The official Coast Guard account on X reported…

07 Feb

US State Department: Human Traffickers are the Main Beneficiaries of Mass Migration

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsHuman Traffickers, Immigration, US

Washington (National Times): In the wake of recent deportations of Indian nationals from the United States, the US State Department has highlighted that human traffickers are the primary beneficiaries of mass migration. They reiterated the Trump administration's dedication to halting illegal migration while prioritizing the security of national borders and citizens. In a post on X, the State Department stated, "Many individuals seeking mass migration are often victimized during their journey. This situation benefits no one except traffickers." The post continued, "The Trump Administration is committed to stopping illegal migration and safeguarding our borders and citizens." Recently, a US Air…

07 Feb

Trump Targets ICC With Sanctions Over Probes Into US and Israel

nishuthapar10 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, ICC

Former US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Thursday, enacting sweeping sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC) following its investigation into alleged war crimes involving the US and Israel. The White House called the court’s actions “illegitimate and baseless,” criticizing its arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The ICC had accused Netanyahu, Hamas’ military chief Mohammed Deif, and others of crimes against humanity and war crimes in Gaza, prompting the sanctions. Trump’s order freezes the assets of ICC officials, restricts their travel, and penalizes anyone aiding their investigations, underscoring his administration’s long-standing opposition to the…