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Singapore President Receives Grand Ceremonial Welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi, January 16, 2025: Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam was officially welcomed in India on Thursday with a grand ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhavan, marking the beginning of his state visit. This visit is expected to further strengthen the longstanding ties between India and Singapore. President Shanmugaratnam was greeted by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime…

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Meta and WhatsApp Challenge Regulatory Penalty for Market Dominance Misuse

New Delhi : Meta Platforms and WhatsApp have filed an appeal against the Rs 213.14 crore penalty imposed on them by the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for alleged abuse of market dominance. The penalty stems from the controversy surrounding WhatsApp’s 2021 privacy policy update, which the CCI argued involved unfair business practices. The National…

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Delhi Assembly Elections: Sandeep Dikshit Set to File Nomination, Optimistic About Victory

New Delhi : Sandeep Dikshit, the Congress candidate for the New Delhi Assembly constituency, expressed his optimism about the upcoming elections as he filed his nomination on Thursday. Speaking to the press, Dikshit emphasized his confidence in the party’s success, based on positive feedback from the public during his ongoing interactions with local residents. He…

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Saif Ali Khan Out of Danger Following Multiple Surgeries

Mumbai : Actor Saif Ali Khan is now out of danger after undergoing treatment for multiple stab wounds sustained during a violent incident at his residence in the early hours of Thursday morning. The actor’s team confirmed the news, assuring fans and well-wishers that he is stable and recovering after a series of surgeries. Khan…

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European Union Welcomes Gaza Ceasefire Deal, Urges Continued Dialogue

The European Union has expressed strong support for the ceasefire agreement in Gaza, urging both Israel and Hamas to ensure the full implementation of the deal. In a social media post, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the deal as a beacon of hope for the people of Gaza, who have endured prolonged…

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India’s Men’s Team Triumphs Over Peru, Women Beat Iran to Secure Quarterfinal Berth at Kho Kho WC

New Delhi : In the Kho Kho World Cup 2025, both the Indian men’s and women’s teams displayed remarkable performances, advancing to the quarterfinals at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi yesterday. The men’s team triumphed with an emphatic 70-38 victory over Peru, dominating right from the outset. India’s stellar performance was marked…

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Bengal Tigers Secure Thrilling 5-3 Victory Over UP Rudras in HIL

Rourkela, January 16, 2025: An impressive first-quarter performance propelled the Shrachi Rarh Bengal Tigers to a 5-3 triumph against the UP Rudras in the Hockey India League (HIL) at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium. Gauthier Boccard (8′), Jugraj Singh (10′ and 33′), Sukhjeet Singh (14′), and Abhishek (46′) were the stars for the Bengal Tigers,…

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VK Singh Appointed as New Governor of Mizoram

Aizawl : Former Army chief VK Singh has been sworn in as the 25th Governor of Mizoram, succeeding Hari Babu Kambhampati. The oath-taking ceremony took place at Raj Bhavan, Aizawl, on January 16, with Gauhati High Court Chief Justice Vijay Bishnoi administering the oath. This marks a new chapter in Singh’s career as he transitions…

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US-Based Hindenburg Research Announces Closure of Operations

New Delhi, January 16,2025: : Hindenburg Research, the US-based short-seller known for its explosive allegations against the Adani Group, has decided to cease operations. “As I’ve shared with family, friends, and our team since late last year, I have made the decision to disband Hindenburg Research. The plan has been to wind up after completing…

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Former Prasar Bharati Officials, Ex-IB Deputy Secretary Booked by CBI in Graft Case

New Delhi : The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated a probe into a corruption case involving a former deputy secretary from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MoIB) and six former Prasar Bharati officials. The case was referred to the CBI by the Lokpal following a complaint filed in the previous year. According…

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