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SA20 Season 3 opener shatters South African viewership records
The SA20 League's third season kicked off with a record 382,778 unique live viewers on SuperSport for the opening match, marking a 129% increase from last season. With sold-out crowds and high attendance rates, the league has also attracted substantial commercial interest, bolstering its status in South Africa.
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Photos of IITian Baba Abhey Singh making 'waves' at Maha Kumbh go viral
A video of Abhey Singh, an IIT-Bombay graduate turned spiritual seeker at Maha Kumbh 2025, has gone viral, sparking debates on life choices and happiness. Singh, who studied aerospace engineering, left his career for spirituality.
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ICMR and AIIMS collect samples to investigate the extreme hair loss condition in Maharashtra’s Buldhana
Over 190 people starting from the age of 4, from 12 villages of Shegaon taluka in Maharashtra’s Buldhana district are affected by a hair loss condition called anagen effluvium since the first week of January 2025.
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29-year-old Dalit woman in UP stripped while trying to save kin
A 29-year-old Dalit woman was allegedly stripped and attacked with a sharp-edged weapon while trying to save her husband's brother from being beaten. The incident occurred in a sugarcane field in a village under Kheri police station. An FIR was lodged against six accused who are now absconding. Relevant sections of the IPC and SC/ST Act have been applied.
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As Eagles prepare for their playoff clash against Rams, Jason Kelce shares emotional note
The Eagles will face the Rams at Lincoln Financial Field in a NFC Divisional Round matchup. Jason Kelce, former Eagles star, expressed his pride and emotions seeing his former team succeed without him, despite retiring last season. The Eagles defeated the Rams in Week 12. The Rams hold momentum after six wins in their last seven games.
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One dies in bull-chasing event in Salem
A construction worker, Vediappan (35), a resident of Senaigoundanur, who watched the event, was gored by a bull and was admitted to a private hospital. He succumbed to the injuries later.
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Govt. treading cautiously to mobilise resources for four schemes set for Jan. 26 launch
Schedule of open market borrowings for Q4 revised
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The trouble with disposing Bhopal’s Union Carbon waste | Explained
Madhya Pradesh has paused burning the waste as it prepares to allay concerns among people in Pithampur that the emissions will harm them
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GM Rob Pelinka eyes $215 million Hawks superstar in potential trade for Dalton Knecht
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a blockbuster trade for Trae Young, aiming to enhance their offensive capabilities and improve fourth-quarter performances. The trade involves Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, and a 2029 first-round pick. Trae Young's playmaking skills could significantly benefit the Lakers alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
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BRS betrayed Telangana on Krishna waters for 10 years: Uttam
The Congress party had been fighting since the beginning to increase the share based on the catchment area and ayacut in Telangana.
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SC pulls up MCD on trash management, asks government to step in
The Supreme Court criticized the MCD for failing to manage solid waste in Delhi, where 3,000 tonnes of waste are dumped untreated daily. The court was dismayed that the Ghazipur dumpsite would take another four years to be cleared. The Centre expressed its commitment to addressing the problem, highlighting the need for better coordination between the Centre and Delhi government.
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BJP pledges Rs 2.5k every month for Delhi women
BJP president J P Nadda unveiled the first part of BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections, promising Rs 2,500 monthly allowance for eligible women, financial support for expecting mothers, subsidies, and implementation of Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Nadda criticized AAP for failing to implement similar schemes and assured the prompt execution if BJP is elected.
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China moves to stall Apple, BYD manufacturing shifts
China is restricting the movement of employees and specialized equipment for high-tech manufacturing to India and Southeast Asia, aiming to prevent production shifts due to possible US tariffs under President-elect Trump. The measures target technology transfers, potentially impacting companies like Foxconn and affecting India's solar panel and electric vehicle manufacturing sectors. Beijing denies harmful actions, aiming to retain production and jobs.
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Government to move new income tax bill in Budget session
Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman plans to introduce a bill for a new direct tax law during the budget session. The focus is on simplifying provisions and making the language more accessible for the common man. The new law will replace the 63-year-old Income Tax Act. The bill will be introduced and potentially tweaked based on feedback from taxpayers and experts.
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Planetarium, modern regional science centre to be set up in Raichur
The Minister emphasised the priority of establishing science centres in every district across Karnataka
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Clean is the theme: This year’s mega show is all about electric
The 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo highlights a significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), with major launches from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz emphasizing sustainability and green mobility. This aligns with the Indian government's push for EV adoption and infrastructural support.
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SC: PMLA accused in jail for over a yr without chargesheet can be given bail
The Supreme Court stated that an accused can be considered for bail in money laundering cases if they have spent over a year in jail without charges being framed, following its decision in the Senthil Balaji case. This aims to bring consistency to bail plea rulings.
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PM Modi pitches for green mobility at auto expo
PM Modi urged the auto industry to focus on eco-friendly mobility through EVs, hydrogen fuel cells, and biofuels while highlighting the role of the middle class and youth in driving car sales. At the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, he emphasized manufacturing in India for both domestic use and export, with the aim to reduce fossil fuel imports and promote sustainability.
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