Mayank Agarwal was one of the key reasons behind Karnataka winning the Vijay Hazare Trophy (VHT) for a record fifth time in the 2024-25 edition. Mayank finished as the edition’s second-highest run-scorer, accumulating 651 runs in 10 matches. However, Mayank’s glorious run arrived after perseverance under immense pressure internally and externally. The cricketer was motivated … Read more
In September 2024, IRCC capped study permit applications to ease pressure on housing and services, reducing international student arrivals by 40%. For 2025, the cap is set at 437,000, a 10% decrease from 2024. Applicants will need a Provincial or Territorial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL), including master’s and doctoral students, to confirm compliance with caps.
The White House OMB withdrew its federal grant spending freeze directive just two days after its implementation, which caused widespread confusion. The freeze aimed to ensure compliance with executive orders, but legal challenges and pressure led to a quick reversal, avoiding potential disruptions in funding for vital programs and services.
Jammu and Kashmir Police conducted raids at 25 locations across Rajouri district, seizing incriminating materials linked to a terror network. This network, associated with Jaish-e-Mohammad and Lashkar-e-Taiba, aimed to activate overground workers for terror activities. These raids follow extensive searches two months prior in connection with separate terror-related cases in Rajouri and Udhampur.
Budget 2025 expectations: Indian Railways faces financial strain with high operating ratios due to substantial operating expenses and subsidies. The Ministry of Railways is focusing on modernizing infrastructure and increasing non-fare revenues. Comparing India’s rail system with China’s shows opportunities for growth and improvement through public-private partnerships and strategic investments.
DeepSeek, a new AI player, is shaking up the industry, with its rapid rise impacting Nvidia’s market cap and catching the attention of Elon Musk and Donald Trump. Its open-source platform offers aspiring coders a cost-effective, flexible tool to experiment and develop AI models. DeepSeek’s rise presents a valuable opportunity for developers to dive into … Read more
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) remains confident about the readiness of Karachi’s National Stadium for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 starting February 19. Despite significant challenges and delays in the renovation efforts, PCB officials maintain optimism. Concerns persist until possession of the upgraded stadiums is confirmed by the Board.
India’s banking sector is experiencing slow loan growth and margin pressure due to high interest rates. Loan growth is projected to drop significantly, and banks are focusing on retail deposits to strengthen their balance sheets. Despite this, net profits and bad loan ratios show improvement.
Celebrating 50 years since ‘Deewaar,’ writer Javed Akhtar reflects on the film’s legacy, sharing insights into the casting and creation process. He clarifies that Vijay’s character was written specifically for Amitabh Bachchan and dismisses the notion that Rajesh Khanna was considered. Akhtar maintains his modesty about the success, emphasizing their dedication to all scripts.
Tilak Varma moved to second place among T20 batters and could potentially overtake Travis Head for the top spot with good performances in the next matches. Varun Chakravarthy jumped to fifth among bowlers after a strong showing against England. Adil Rashid regained the No.1 spot among T20I bowlers following three economical performances against India.