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WWE Royal Rumble 2025 will take place on February 1, 2025, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. This highly anticipated event is set to feature the return of major names and marks the beginning of John Cena's retirement tour. The event can be watched live on Peacock and Netflix at 6 PM ET, with international viewers having other specified options.

Kash Patel, nominee for FBI director, emphasized restoring public trust and prioritizing violent crime at his Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. He promised transparency and cooperation with Congress, referencing his counterterrorism experience. Patel acknowledged declining trust in the FBI and pledged to respond to all appropriate requests from lawmakers, aiming to safeguard communities and improve credibility.

Aam Aadmi Party accuses Bharatiya Janata Party of misusing the Election Commission and Delhi Police to defame Punjabis by conducting an unwarranted raid at Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's Delhi residence. AAP calls out BJP for allegedly distributing money openly without repercussions.

White House stenographers are struggling to keep pace with President Trump's extensive and rapid public speaking schedule. His relentless commentary and frequent appearances even surpass the verbosity of his first term. Discussions about hiring additional staff are underway to manage the overwhelming workload.

Brittany Mahomes and Bry Burrows are known for their distinct fashion styles. Brittany's style features luxurious, high-ticket items from brands like Louis Vuitton and Cartier. She regularly showcases bold, extravagant looks. Bry Burrows prefers a more classic and understated elegance, wearing chic gowns and designer pieces. Both have unique styles, but Brittany's taste leans toward more expensive fashion.

US President Donald Trump's approval rating stood at 49 per cent following a series of executive orders in his first week back in office, according to an Emerson College Polling survey. A Reuters/Ispos survey, however, showed a decline in approval to 45 per cent and a rise in disapproval to 46 per cent.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav campaigned for AAP in the upcoming Delhi elections. He urged voters to support Arvind Kejriwal's party to defeat BJP. Akhilesh's support highlights a strategy within the INDIA bloc to consolidate votes. Congress faces criticism and struggles to regain footing in Delhi, casting doubts on alliance unity.

Hamas militants freed eight hostages during a chaotic ceasefire handover in the Gaza Strip, leading to Israeli protests. Israel halted the planned release of 110 Palestinian prisoners until all hostages are safely released. The truce terms include freeing 33 Israeli hostages and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from key cities.

Donald Trump has temporarily suspended US foreign aid to countries including Pakistan for a comprehensive review, affecting key sectors such as energy, economic growth, agriculture, education, and health. The decision has stalled numerous USAID-funded projects and could impact Pakistan's development trajectory and geopolitical alliances.

Amazon is restructuring and laying off employees in its communications and sustainability divisions. The company is streamlining operations after significant growth during the pandemic. Affected employees will receive financial support and assistance. Amazon remains committed to its sustainability goals, including achieving carbon neutrality by 2040 and using renewable energy by 2025.

Congress MP Rakesh Rathore from UP's Sitapur has been arrested in relation to a rape case after his anticipatory bail plea was rejected by the Lucknow bench of Allahabad high court. The case was registered following a woman's complaint alleging that Rathore sexually exploited her for four years, promising marriage.

Budget 2025 expectations: The Narendra Modi government is expected to introduce a five-year scheme in Union Budget 2025 to enhance metro and rapid rail connectivity across India. With current networks spanning approximately 1,000 km, plans aim to expand the metro infrastructure more than twice its size over the next five years.

Virat Kohli made a return to play a Ranji Trophy match for Delhi after a decade, attracting a massive crowd of nearly 15,000 fans. Security was tight as police and commandos managed the enthusiastic crowd. Fans were eager to see their local hero in action, showing the immense craze and passion for Kohli at the stadium.

Aravind Srinivas, CEO of AI company Perplexity AI, humorously requested a Green Card from Elon Musk, highlighting ongoing issues with the US immigration system. Musk's supportive response resonated with many in the tech community, sparking conversations about the challenges faced by skilled professionals.

Arvind Kejriwal criticised the Election Commission of India for ignoring visible instances of money distribution in Delhi while accusing them of engaging in politics for post-retirement jobs. He declared he is not afraid of being jailed and emphasized the unprecedented nature of the elections.

Chandigarh BJP won the Mayor election, defeating the Congress-AAP alliance candidate Premlata. Despite more votes for the alliance, three votes crossed over to BJP's candidate Harpreet Kaur Babla, who received 19 votes against 17. All 36 votes were valid. Babla and BJP councillors celebrated the victory, and the election process for senior deputy mayor and deputy mayor began.

England U19 batter Aaryan Sawant was dismissed in a bizarre fashion during a match against South Africa U19 when a ball deflected off a fielder’s helmet and hit the stumps. The match ended in a thrilling draw with South Africa falling just 22 runs short of the target, with nine wickets down.

Navjot Singh Sidhu announced a significant weight loss of 33 kilograms in under five months, attributing his transformation to willpower, discipline, and a strict diet paired with exercises like pranayama. Earlier, Sidhu was involved in controversy regarding unconventional cancer treatments, which was countered by medical professionals urging reliance on scientific methods.

2024 PT5, initially identified as a near-Earth asteroid, is believed to be a lunar fragment due to its unique orbit and mineral composition matching lunar rocks. Researchers propose it could have been ejected from the Moon thousands of years ago, marking a significant discovery that may help unearth more lunar history.