Virat Kohli, one of India's cricketing icons, is making his much-awaited return to domestic cricket by featuring in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match for Delhi against Railways. This will be his first appearance in the competition in over 12 years, with his last appearance in a domestic red-ball event dating back to 2012. Kohli was seen participating in a practice session at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, where he joined his Delhi teammates ahead of the match. Kohli had pr

NOSH, a Bengaluru-based company, has launched a cutting-edge cooking robot designed to cater to the needs of Indian households. Priced at ₹73,000, this cooking robot aims to simplify the cooking process by automating key tasks without compromising the authenticity of traditional Indian dishes. Equipped with a dedicated pan, stirrer, and exhaust filter, the robot ensures efficient cooking with minimal user intervention. It also features a dual-compartment container for water and oil, an eigh

On the morning of January 24, 2025, Uttarkashi, a region in Uttarakhand, was jolted by a mild earthquake registering a magnitude of 3.5 on the Richter Scale. The earthquake occurred at 8:19 AM IST and had a shallow depth of 5 km. The seismic event's epicenter was located at latitude 30.85° N and longitude 78.60° E, as confirmed by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). Earthquakes of this magnitude are typically not strong enough to cause significant damage, but can still b

Coromandel International Ltd. has won an appeal to quash an order to recover Rs 589.2 crore, including penalty and interest, from the company. The original order, filed by the additional commissioner of central tax from the Visakhapatnam Central GST Commissionerate, was contested successfully by the company. The Office of the Commissioner (Appeals), Central Tax and Customs, Guntur, ruled in Coromandel's favor on January 20, 2025. In a related matter, the fertilizer manufacturer

Strengthening US-India Relations During his visit to the United States to attend the inauguration of President Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States on January 20, 2025, S. Jaishankar praised the growing bilateral relationship between India and the United States. Representing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as his Special Envoy, Jaishankar emphasized the commitment of the Trump adm

In a move to enhance efficiency, the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has revised its procedures to allow for quicker profile updates for its 70 million subscribers. With the new system, members who have their Universal Account Number (UAN) validated through Aadhaar can now update their details such as name, gender, marital status, and more, without uploading any supporting documents. The change aims to reduce delays and human intervention, allowing almost 45% of

Trump Withdraws U.S. from Paris Agreement on First Day of Second Term On the first day of his second term, President Donald Trump signed an executive order withdrawing the United States from the Paris Agreement, the landmark international climate treaty in which nearly 200 countries pledged to work together to limit global warming. The decision comes at a

Trump’s Warning to BRICS On January 20, after being sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump issued a strong warning to BRICS nations regarding their ongoing de-dollarization initiatives. During a press meet in the Oval Office, he declared that BRICS members would face a 100% tariff on trade with the U.S. if they pursued efforts to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar

Minutes after being sworn in for his second term on Monday, U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to reclaim the Panama Canal. In his inauguration speech, the Republican leader referenced the 19th-century expansionist doctrine of "Manifest Destiny" while also outlining plans for space exploration. Trump reiterated his pre-inauguration vow to reassert U.S. control over the canal, accusing Panama of failing to up

In a significant development just hours before leaving office, US President Joe Biden announced pre-emptive pardons for several high-profile individuals. These pardons were granted to former medical advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired General Mark Milley, and members, staff, and witnesses associated with the House committee investigating the January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack. Biden justified the move by citing "exceptional circumstances," asserting that he could not in goo

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a trip to China after taking office as part of efforts to strengthen ties with Beijing. He has also discussed the possibility of visiting India, according to reports. During his election campaign, Trump had threatened to impose higher tariffs on Chinese goods. Sources familiar with the matter told that Trump expressed interest in visiting China to improve relations with Presi

Donald Trump Addresses Rally on Eve of Inauguration, Pledges Immediate ActionDonald Trump held a rally at Washington’s Capital One Arena on the eve of his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, delivering a fiery address to an enthusiastic crowd. Touching on topics such as immigration, national security, and foreign policy, Trump’s speech marked his first major address in Washington since his controversial January 6,

Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani Meet U.S. President-Elect Trump Ahead of Inauguration Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani met with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on January 19, 2025, at a private reception in Washington, D.C., ahead of his inauguration. The meeting highlighted their shared vision for strengthening India-U.S. relations and foste

TikTok Restores Services in the U.S., Credits Donald Trump for Temporary Extension TikTok, the widely popular short-video app, has resumed services in the United States after a brief shutdown. This development comes after President-elect Donald Trump assured a temporary pause on a federal ban that required TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its U.S. operations. Trump, set to take

Donald Trump’s Day-One Agenda: Sweeping Executive Orders to Reshape U.S. PoliciesOn January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States, marking his return to the White House with an ambitious and transformative agenda. Trump has announced plans to sign over 200 executive orders on his first day in office, targeting immigration, border security, diversity programs, energy policies, and nationa

On Friday, a Pakistani court convicted former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi in a landmark corruption case related to their welfare foundation, the Al-Qadir Trust. Khan received a sentence of 14 years in prison, while his wife was handed a 7-year sentence. This verdict marks another chapter in Khan's ongoing legal and political battles since his ousting from office in 2022. T

A 20-year-old Indian national, Sai Varshith Kandula, was sentenced to eight years in federal prison for attempting an attack on the White House in May 2023. The Department of Justice revealed that Kandula planned to overthrow the United States government and establish a dictatorship inspired by Nazi Germany, with himself at its helm.   The Incident

TikTok's Current Predicament TikTok, owned by Chinese company ByteDance, faces a U.S. ban unless its American operations are sold to a non-Chinese buyer by Sunday. This is mandated by a law passed in April 2024, citing national security concerns. ByteDance’s ownership structure includes 60% institutional investors (like BlackRock and Gen

Donald Trump’s Second Inauguration: Key Details On Monday, January 20, Donald Trump will officially become the 47th President of the United States during a formal inauguration ceremony in Washington, D.C. Trump’s return to the White House comes after serving as the 45th president from 2017 to 2021, marking a historic second non-consecutive term.

In a stark farewell address to the nation, President Joe Biden has issued a grave warning about the future of American democracy, raising concerns over the rising concentration of power and wealth among a small elite. Speaking from the Oval Office, the outgoing president warned of the dangers posed by what he called an "oligarchy" of ultra-wealthy individuals, as well as the growing influence of a "tech-industrial complex" that, according to