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Rodgers praises McCarthy's impact after his departure as Dallas Cowboys head coach
After five seasons, the Dallas Cowboys decided not to renew head coach Mike McCarthy's contract. His former quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, praised McCarthy's coaching ability and impact. McCarthy's career includes a Super Bowl win with the Packers, reflecting his strong leadership and strategic skills. Despite mixed sentiments from players, McCarthy's reputation remains compelling in the NFL.
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Harassed with nudes by uncle, Bengaluru techie sets herself afire
A 24-year-old software engineer in Bengaluru ended her life by setting herself on fire due to sexual harassment and blackmail by her uncle. The accused, arrested by HAL police, had been threatening to leak her nude photos and videos to force physical intimacy. Her family and friend had earlier received warnings about her suicidal thoughts.
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Buy or sell: Stocks on brokerages’ radar for today
J P Morgan recommends buying Swiggy and Zomato stocks due to attractive entry points and positive ramp-up strategies. CLSA suggests an ‘outperform’ rating on HDFC Life despite a growth slowdown. HSBC sees L&T Technology Services as a buy given strong ER&D capabilities. Morgan Stanley favors Mahanagar Gas with an ‘overweight’ rating, and JM Financial praises PVR Inox's strong future prospects.
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Tale of two villages deep within forests
January 10 was a special day for 16 families living within the Saragodu Reserve Forest area in Chikkamagaluru district as they were on that day allotted lands to finally move out of their original habitation where dealing with wild animals is an everyday ordeal. But people of Bidarathala, who face similar problems in the same district, have a longer wait, writes Sathish G.T.
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SpaceX Starship destroyed in test launch after successful booster catch
SpaceX's latest Starship rocket test ended with the spacecraft's destruction despite a successful booster catch using 'chopsticks' at the pad. Communication with the spacecraft was lost 8 1/2 minutes into the mission after engine failures. Elon Musk announced improved versions are ready for future launches.
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Amid disputes, Israel delays cabinet vote on Gaza truce deal
Israel delayed a key ceasefire agreement in Gaza due to last-minute disagreements with Hamas, leading to rising tensions in Netanyahu's coalition. The proposed deal aims to halt conflict and release numerous hostages, but faced strong opposition from Netanyahu's far-right partners. Despite international calls for implementation, the conflict has resulted in severe casualties and displacement in Gaza.
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Cabinet sub-committee gives approval to declare four forest areas as eco-sensitive zones
Mr. Khandre said that declaring eco-sensitive zones around wildlife sanctuaries would not cause any hindrance to the public or locals.
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'Chasing stars': Starship videos go viral, Musk says 'entertainment guaranteed'
SpaceX’s seventh Starship test flight on Thursday achieved a significant milestone as the Super Heavy booster was successfully caught by robotic arms. However, the spacecraft’s engines failed mid-flight, and contact was lost 8.5 minutes after liftoff.
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Next Cabinet meet likely to take up caste census report
A discussion on the report was deferred on Thursday and it would be taken up in the next meeting, said Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister H.K. Patil after the Cabinet meeting.
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Andhra Pradesh official bags Prime Minister’s award for excellence
The award is in recognition of his exemplary leadership in implementing PRISM 10 during his tenure as Collector of Parvathipuram in 2022-24
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Hope Gaza truce helps free hostages, ensures aid supply: MEA
India has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire and the release of hostages in Gaza, hoping it will ensure a safe and continuous supply of humanitarian aid to Gaza. The agreement, brokered by Egyptian and Qatari mediators with US backing, aims to halt the 15-month conflict between Israel and Hamas.
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RIL’s Q3 profit rises 12% to Rs 22k cr on retail boost
Reliance Industries reported a 12% increase in quarterly profit driven by strong demand in retail and higher telecom tariffs. Operating profit grew by 8% to Rs 45,595 crore while the digital services unit's profit rose 17% due to a rise in 5G subscribers.
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A Calcutta newspaper which reported on Bharathi, carried VOC’s photo 116 years ago
Bande Mataram, published both as a English daily and weekly from Calcutta by Bipin Chandra Pal and Sri Aurobindo, had featured Chidambaram’s photograph on the front page in 1908. It is now known to the world through the columns of Bande Mataram that Subramania Bharathi had also edited Bala Bharata, an English monthly
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A leprosy hospital in Kumbakonam immortalised by Tamil literature
Salesian Missionaries of Mary Immaculate launched the hospital in a thatched shed in 1916. Even today, it treats 10 old patients daily and receives 60 fresh cases every year. Many come here as they can get their deformities corrected through surgery
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Adani group stocks surge as US short-seller Hindenburg shuts
Adani group stocks surged as news of Hindenburg Research's closure emerged, alongside positive developments in the Israel-Hamas conflict, increasing market capitalization by Rs 28,000 crore. Notably, NDTV rose 10%, Ambuja Cements 4%, and Adani Enterprises 1.7%. However, Adani Wilmar continued to decline. Despite the boost, the group's market value remains significantly below its peak following Hindenburg’s damning report in January 2023.
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Tamil littérateurs and why they miss out on the prestigious Jnanpith Award
Ahead of The Hindu Lit for Life 2025, which is scheduled for January 18 and 19 in Chennai, this fortnight’s Tamil Nadu InFocus features stories on Tamil literary personalities and the Jnanpith Award; how literature popularised a leprosy centre; and prominence accorded to Tamil leaders in a publication in distant Bengal
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Hindenburg, which dealt Adani a $140bn m-cap blow, to disband
Hindenburg Research, known for targeting Adani Group in 2023 and causing a $140 billion loss in market value, is winding down. Despite facing backlash and stirring controversy, it uncovered corporate fraud globally, leading to significant legal actions and financial implications.
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Haliburton's girlfriend shares her excitement for their Paris adventures on Instagram
Tyrese Haliburton and Jade Jones are heading to Paris for the NBA Paris Games 2025, with their dog Ames joining the adventure. The Indiana Pacers will face the San Antonio Spurs in a highly anticipated showdown. Haliburton, after a strong start this season, is expected to recover from a recent injury in time for the games.
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Many key decisions in first fortnight of 2025
The cabinet made key decisions including setting up the eighth pay commission and approved extending a special package for fertilisers. PM Modi also launched several projects, including indigenously built naval combatants and Namo Bharat trains, highlighting an action-filled year aimed at boosting growth and welfare initiatives.
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Congress moves SC: 'Places of worship Act essential to safeguard secularism'
The Congress has filed a plea in the Supreme Court in favor of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, emphasizing its importance for maintaining secularism and communal harmony. They argue that any challenges to the Act could threaten India's secular fabric and fundamental constitutional principles.
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