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What Are Sunder and Elon Chatting About?

Tech billionaires shadowed US President Donald Trump at the inauguration on Monday.

21 Jan 2025 6:39 am
Modi greets 'friend' Trump on historic inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Donald Trump on his historic inauguration as the 47th US president and said he looks forward to working closely together once again, to benefit both the countries as well as to shape a better future for the world.

21 Jan 2025 2:15 am
'America is back': White House website changes

The White House website had a new look with the bold banner headline 'America is back' seconds after Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States on Monday.

21 Jan 2025 1:25 am
Trump's 'America First' agenda: Key policies unveiled

US President Donald Trump has 'America First' as his priorities and this includes making America safe again, making the country affordable, achieving energy dominance, draining the swamp and bringing back American values, the White House said on Monday.

21 Jan 2025 1:18 am
Trump to declare national emergency, send troops to...

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a series of executive orders fulfilling campaign promises, including declaring an emergency at the southern border, addressing a national energy crisis, and defining sex-related policies. The orders aim to address immigration, national security, and energy independence, with a focus on reversing policies implemented by the previous administration.

21 Jan 2025 12:31 am
HIL: JSW Soorma edge out Bengal Tigers

JSW Soorma Hockey Club scored twice in the second quarter to eke out a 2-1 victory over Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers in their Hockey India League (HIL) match.

21 Jan 2025 12:15 am
Uttarakhand likely to implement UCC rules on R-Day

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced that the state will become the first in independent India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), with the date of implementation to be announced soon. The UCC, which aims to unify personal laws for all citizens, has been approved by the state cabinet and preparations for its implementation are almost complete. Dhami stated that the training process for UCC implementation is nearly finalized and the government is aiming for a swift

20 Jan 2025 11:48 pm
Gukesh holds top seed Caruana at Tata Steel Chess

World champion D Gukesh played out a draw with top seed Fabiano Caruana of the United States in the third round of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament.

20 Jan 2025 11:41 pm
IIT Madras director defends cow urine claims amid row

IIT Madras director V Kamakoti defended his controversial statement claiming that cow urine has medicinal properties, citing scientific evidence published in US journals. He pointed to research published in 'Nature' in 2021 that identified peptides in cow urine with potential bioactivities. However, his remarks have been criticized by members of various political parties.

20 Jan 2025 11:36 pm
Donald Trump sworn-in as 47th US President

Donald J Trump was on Monday sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, marking his remarkable return to power for a second term four years after he left the American capital as a pariah.

20 Jan 2025 11:05 pm
Departing from the past: Trump and Biden ride together

President-elect Donald Trump along side outgoing United States President Joe Biden arrived at US Capitol together from White House for the swearing-in ceremony on Monday.

20 Jan 2025 10:52 pm
'10-15 Cong, Uddhav MLAs to join Shinde group soon'

A ruling Shiv Sena leader has predicted a major political earthquake in Maharashtra on January 23, the birth anniversary of Shiv Sena founder late Bal Thackeray, claiming that 10 to 15 MLAs from the opposition Congress and the Shiv Sena (UBT) will switch sides and join the party led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The prediction comes amidst reports of discontent within the ruling coalition in the state.

20 Jan 2025 10:48 pm
'We must rise above instinct of an eye for an eye'

A Kolkata court has sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of an on-duty doctor at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital. The court rejected the prosecution's plea for the death penalty, stating that the case does not meet the criteria for being classified as arest of the rare. The judge emphasized that the measure of a civilised society lies in its capacity for reform and rehabilitation, not revenge.

20 Jan 2025 10:29 pm
J-K deaths: Central team collects samples; curbs imposed

A high-level inter-ministerial team conducted a six-hour investigation in Badhaal village, Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir, to ascertain the causes of death of 17 members of three families under mysterious circumstances. The team, led by a director-rank officer in the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, collected samples and briefed by senior district, health and police officers. The team's visit follows the deaths of 16 people between December 7 and January 19. The investigation is ongoing, wit

20 Jan 2025 10:13 pm
'Welcome home', Biden tells Trump at White House

US President Joe Biden greeted his successor Donald Trump at the White House with the message welcome home as Trump's motorcade arrived at the official presidential residence. Biden and Trump then went inside the White House for their traditional tea. Trump, 78, will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States, succeeding Biden, 82. The ceremony has been moved inside the Rotunda from outside the Capitol Hill facing the majestic National Mall.

20 Jan 2025 10:09 pm
All about church service ahead of Trump's inauguration

The ceremonial proceedings are set to take place at the US Capitol Rotunda, where Trump will take the oath of office on Monday, roughly two weeks after his electoral college victory was officially certified by Congress.

20 Jan 2025 9:17 pm
Spotted: Mukesh Ambani at Trump inauguration with Big 4

It was an aha! moment to spot India's leading industrialist at the service at St John's church ahead of Trump's inauguration, and then to see him heading to US Capitol Hill Rotunda for the inauguration in the company of the Big 4 - Tim Cook of Apple, Jeff Bezos of Amazon, Sundar Pichai of Google and Mark Zuckerburg of Meta/Facebook.

20 Jan 2025 9:14 pm
Woman tests positive hrs after Guj claims no HMPV cases

A 69-year-old woman from Mehsana district, admitted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad, has been detected with HMPV. This comes just hours after health authorities announced there were no active cases of the infection in the state following the discharge of six patients. The woman was found positive for HMPV in a test conducted on January 18 and was admitted to the hospital on the same day for cough and difficulty in breathing. She does not have any travel history.

20 Jan 2025 8:50 pm
Women HIL: Soorma outclass Pipers

JSW Soorma Hockey Club earned a comprehensive 5-1 victory over Delhi SG Pipers in the Women's Hockey India League.

20 Jan 2025 8:48 pm
Biden's big move ahead of Trump's inauguration

United States President Joe Biden on Monday issued pre-emptive pardons for General Mark Milley, Dr Anthony Fauci and members of Congress who served on the committee investigating the January 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol as a shield against possible retaliatory action against them by his incoming successor, CNN reported.

20 Jan 2025 8:42 pm
Jaishankar carries Modi's letter to Trump's swearing-in

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, delivered a letter from Modi to US President Donald Trump at his inauguration on Monday. Jaishankar's presence at the inauguration is a common practice for India, sending special envoys to attend the swearing-in ceremonies of heads of state and government. The letter's content remains undisclosed.

20 Jan 2025 8:15 pm
RG Kar convict's mother kept herself confined to home

Sanjoy Roy, the accused in the rape and murder of a doctor at R G Kar hospital in Kolkata, was sentenced to life imprisonment till death on Monday. His mother, Malati Roy, who had previously expressed support for the punishment, shut herself in her home and refused to speak to reporters. Neighbors and family members of Roy have questioned whether he acted alone in the crime, suggesting others may have been involved.

20 Jan 2025 7:20 pm
Before The Trump Inauguration...

Hours before the Trump Inauguration.

20 Jan 2025 7:18 pm
Indonesian Army Gets Ready For R-Day

Glimpses of Indonesian soldiers as they get ready to march at the Republic Day 2025 parade.

20 Jan 2025 6:12 pm
Spirit of Ukraine: Svitolina's win for her nation

Svitolina wants to give Ukraine a 'little light' after reaching quarter-finals

20 Jan 2025 6:07 pm
Neeraj Chopra's secret wedding stuns fans

Neeraj dropped the news to the world at a time of his choosing, which was a good 48 hours after solemnising his union with US-based tennis player and coach Himani Mor.

20 Jan 2025 5:57 pm
Saif suspect panicked, planned to flee to Bangladesh

A Bangladeshi national, identified as Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, has been arrested in Mumbai for allegedly stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan. The suspect, who had been living in Mumbai for over five months, panicked after seeing his image on news channels and planned to flee to Bangladesh. Police tracked him down after analyzing CCTV footage and digital payment records.

20 Jan 2025 5:55 pm
Did Ashish influence Kheri witnesses? SC asks police

The Supreme Court has sought a report from the Uttar Pradesh Police regarding allegations that Ashish Mishra, son of Union Minister Ajay Mishra, influenced witnesses in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case. The court directed the Lakhimpur Kheri superintendent of police to file the report after a complaint was made by advocate Prashant Bhushan, representing the complainants. Bhushan claimed to have an audio recording of an attempt to influence witnesses and alleged that Mishra attended a public mee

20 Jan 2025 5:26 pm
Can Satwik-Chirag finally conquer Indonesia?

Satwik-Chirag had lost each of the two semifinals in straight sets and their aim would be to go the distance in the upcoming tournament.

20 Jan 2025 5:03 pm
SC asks Atul Subhash's wife to produce son through VC

The Supreme Court has directed the wife of a Bengaluru-based engineer, who died by suicide last year, to produce their minor son before the court. The bench hearing the habeas corpus petition filed by the engineer's mother wants to see the child and has asked the wife's lawyer to produce the child through video-conferencing. The court previously denied custody of the child to the grandmother, stating she was stranger to the child.

20 Jan 2025 4:43 pm
RG Kar doc's parents not happy with life term for convict

Claiming that the investigation was done half-heartedly and several other culprits involved in the crime were shielded, they said they would move to the higher court seeking justice.

20 Jan 2025 4:36 pm
'Everything Cannot Just Be Box Office'

'Failure teach you far more than your successes do you.''Like they say, success has many fathers and failure is a bastard.'

20 Jan 2025 4:29 pm
Kerala woman sentenced to death for poisoning boyfriend

The 24-year-old convict, Greeshma, had sought leniency in sentencing by citing her academic achievements, lack of prior criminal history, and the fact that she is her parents' only daughter.

20 Jan 2025 4:15 pm
Trump 2.0: Return Of The Maverick

Donald Trump is back in the White House, and with him comes a promise of another four years of a tumultuous and unpredictable presidency. From his controversial policies on immigration and the economy to his handling of foreign affairs, Trump's second term is likely to be marked by both controversy and change. This article examines the key challenges facing Trump in his second term and how his policies could impact the US and the world.

20 Jan 2025 4:00 pm
Man moves SC for burying Christian father in village

The Supreme Court of India expressed its disappointment and concern after a man was denied the right to bury his Christian father in a Chhattisgarh village, despite the presence of a designated burial area for Christians in the village graveyard. The man, Ramesh Baghel, had to approach the Supreme Court after the Chhattisgarh High Court dismissed his plea, citing concerns about potential unrest. The court criticized the high court's decision and the lack of action by local authorities in resolvi

20 Jan 2025 3:28 pm
Chak De! Girl Makes Her Comeback

Aahana enjoys Lucknow... Shriya takes a stroll... Neha looks at the stars...

20 Jan 2025 3:09 pm
Saif's Diamond-Studded Rolex

Old videos of the actor have also started doing the rounds. One such video has Saif discussing about his unique meeting with the Sultan of Brunei in London.

20 Jan 2025 2:58 pm
SC to hear woman SP's rape case against IPS officer

The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on a plea filed by a Bihar Police woman officer against a Patna High Court order that quashed the FIR against an IPS officer whom she accused of rape on the false promise of marriage. The court asked the woman's lawyer to make certain amendments to the petition before the next hearing in two weeks.

20 Jan 2025 2:49 pm
I'm being framed, was beaten up in jail: RG Kar convict

The CBI lawyer pleaded for the highest penalty for the convict, calling the crime arest of the rare.

20 Jan 2025 2:46 pm
Ball dance, farewell: How Trump's inauguration will unfold

The events are set to begin with Trump's departure to St John's Church and offering of service. He will then go to the Blair House, The President's Guest House.

20 Jan 2025 2:10 pm
The History Makers On Republic Day!

The band women are drawn from different parts of India and have been practicing along with their male counterpart in New Delhi for the past few days.

20 Jan 2025 2:04 pm
'Finally, I Have Understood Salman Khan'

The Bigg Boss 18 grand finale saw its host Salman Khan reunite with his Andaz Apna Apna co-star Aamir Khan and recreate one of the many iconic scenes.

20 Jan 2025 1:31 pm
25 Years Ago in Bollywood

2000 in Bollywood was a year of fresh blood, superstar comebacks and action heroes proving their worth in drama and comedy.

20 Jan 2025 1:20 pm
5 cops behind death of sexual assault accused: Report

A magistrate's inquiry has found five policemen responsible for the custodial death of Akshay Shinde, who was accused in the Badlapur school sexual assault case. The Bombay High Court ordered an FIR to be registered against the five policemen, following the magistrate's report. Shinde was arrested in August 2024 for allegedly assaulting two minor girls and was killed in an alleged police shootout in September while being taken from prison for questioning. The police claimed he snatched a gun and

20 Jan 2025 1:06 pm
Aus Open PIX: Sinner battles into last eight

Jannik Sinner overcame a debilitating medical episode as well as Dane Holger Rune to reach the quarter-finals of the Australian Open for the third time.

20 Jan 2025 12:55 pm
How UPI payment, backpack led to Saif's attacker arrest

Shariful Islam Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, the man arrested for stabbing actor Saif Ali Khan, slept soundly after the attack and changed his clothes before heading to Worli, a police official said. The accused, a Bangladeshi national, had entered Khan's home in Bandra with the intention of theft. The police have remanded the accused in five-day police custody.

20 Jan 2025 12:54 pm
Looking at Alia-Ranbir's New Home

Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's dream home is nearing completion.

20 Jan 2025 12:52 pm
How much wealth did UK loot from India

The United Kingdom extracted USD 64.82 trillion from India over a century of colonialism between 1765 and 1900 and USD 33.8 trillion of this went to the richest 10 per cent -- enough money to carpet London in notes of 50 British pound almost four times over.

20 Jan 2025 12:38 pm
Shah remarks: SC stays defamation case against Rahul

During one of his public speeches in Chaibasa before the 2019 Lok Sabha elections, Gandhi had allegedly referred to Shah as a murderer .

20 Jan 2025 12:18 pm
Trump Shows Off Dances Moves

US President-elect Donald J Trump dances to the tune of Y.M.C.A., a classic song by the Village People.

20 Jan 2025 12:05 pm