A high-level committee chaired by union home minister Amit Shah has approved Rs 3,027.86 crore for disaster mitigation projects in several states. These include lightning safety initiatives in 50 high-risk districts, drought assistance to 12 states, and forest fire risk management in 144 districts across 19 states. The committee also approved urban flood and landslide … Read more
Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the Apple Music Super Bowl halftime show, sparking controversy in New Orleans as Lil Wayne was overlooked. Prominent figures like Skip Bayless, Nicki Minaj, and Master P have voiced disappointment, advocating for Wayne’s inclusion to honor the local rap scene. Wayne remains supportive of Lamar but is hurt by … Read more
Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP-led Haryana government of contaminating Delhi’s water, drawing sharp responses from political rivals including PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. Amid pressure over corruption allegations against AAP, Kejriwal’s controversial claims is perhaps a ploy to redirect the campaign narrative towards public health concerns.
China is building a large-scale laser-ignited nuclear fusion research facility in Mianyang to enhance both nuclear weapons design and clean energy production. The facility’s design mirrors the National Ignition Facility in California. This development could advance China’s nuclear arsenal and position it as a leader in global energy innovation, significantly impacting regional security dynamics, particularly … Read more
Phoenix Suns’ Devin Booker is set to play against the Minnesota Timberwolves, while Kevin Durant and Ryan Dunn are questionable due to injuries. The Timberwolves will miss key players Terrence Shannon and Donte DiVincenzo. As the Suns aim to maintain their playoff position, the availability of their star players remains crucial. The game airs on … Read more
ITC Hotels made its market debut with shares listing at Rs 188 on BSE and Rs 180 on NSE, hitting a market cap of around Rs 39,000 crore. The shares quickly hit a 5% lower circuit due to profit taking. ITC Hotels plans expansion and reported significant growth in revenue and margins.
The cabinet committee on security, led by the PM, approved two critical deals worth Rs 10,200 crore for ammunition of the indigenous Pinaka multi-launch artillery rocket systems. These deals include high-explosive pre-fragmented rocket ammunition and area denial munitions, enhancing the Army’s capabilities with extended strike ranges and area saturation features.
Astronaut Sunita Williams, stranded at the ISS since June 2024, struggles to remember how to walk as she awaits her return to Earth in spring 2025. Williams and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore have been stuck due to Starliner’s mechanical issues, now awaiting a Dragon capsule for their return.
The stock market is expected to undergo a significant shift with potential recovery soon, as highlighted by Morgan Stanley. Despite recent declines and low trading volumes, growth is anticipated to return, supported by government spending and positive retail investor participation.