In a game-changing development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed the much-anticipated India-EU Free Trade Agreement on Tuesday, hailing it as a transformative blueprint for joint prosperity. This isn’t just about tariffs and quotas—it’s a bold vision to elevate economic synergy between India and Europe’s 27 nations. Dubbed India’s biggest FTA ever, the deal paves the way for Indian agriculture and SMEs to access lucrative EU markets seamlessly. It will spark manufacturing booms, deepen services sector ties, and ignite investment flows that promise innovation and resilient supply chains worldwide. PM Modi underscored the pact’s broader implications, stressing unity on multilateralism and…
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Jharkhand’s Dumka reels from a gruesome family murder sparked by girlfriend obsession. Manilal Hansda, driven by jealousy, stoned his cousin Chuhapani Hansda to death after a heated clash. Police cracked the case swiftly, apprehending the killer and unraveling the chilling details from Masalia area. It all began with a report from Babusol Baski about his brother-in-law’s mysterious death. Masalia police launched a thorough probe, questioning Manilal, who was last seen with Chuhapani during a local football game. Manilal’s first account painted a picture of random thugs ambushing them post-match, leading to Chuhapani’s demise. Skeptical investigators pressed harder in custody, breaking…
In a significant diplomatic stride, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh convened with Kaja Kallas, European Commission Vice-President and High Representative, in New Delhi’s South Block on Tuesday. India’s top military brass—Army, Navy, and Air Force chiefs—joined the high-level huddle to fortify India-EU defense bonds. The conversation underscored mutual commitment to democratic ideals and legal governance as the bedrock of their alliance. Singh outlined visions for practical joint ventures promoting worldwide peace and growth. Key focus areas included forging resilient defense networks, supply chain synergies, and advanced capability building. Reflecting on the productive session, Singh pointed to comprehensive deliberations on security matters,…
Chinese scientists have made a pivotal breakthrough by identifying a mutation that supercharged the Ebola virus’s transmission during the devastating DRC outbreak from 2018 to 2020. Detailed in Cell, the study highlights how viral evolution can prolong epidemics. This outbreak, claiming over 2,000 lives from more than 3,000 infections, challenged global response efforts. Beyond infrastructure woes, the virus itself evolved in dangerous ways. Leading the research, Professor Qian Jun of Sun Yat-sen University analyzed 480 genomes. They discovered the GP-V75A mutation in the glycoprotein, which quickly outpaced the original strain. ‘Viral mutations like this act as hidden accelerators in outbreaks,’…
A gruesome murder in Balod, Chhattisgarh, has left the community reeling. Kamla Rajput, a married woman living with her family in Paras, was savagely killed by her seven-year lover Nemichand Sahu. The incident unfolded in Gurami jungle on January 16. The body, found decomposed on January 24, triggered a massive police response. FSL experts, cyber teams, and sniffer dogs scoured the area. Within a day, Nemichand was nabbed based on digital trails and surveillance footage. Kamla’s identity was confirmed via a prior missing report. Interrogation peeled back layers of a toxic romance. Nemichand pressured her for marriage while living a…
Forget fad diets and processed snacks—dalia stands tall as a versatile superfood bridging breakfast to bedtime feasts. This simple staple delivers comprehensive nourishment in our hectic lifestyles, countering the harms of junk food with its easy digestibility and nutrient density. Rich in soluble fiber, proteins, B-vitamins, iron, and magnesium, dalia strengthens gut health and prevents digestive woes. Nutritionists rave about its role in managing IBS-like symptoms and promoting regularity. Whether sweet with milk for kids or spiced with vegetables for adults, it adapts seamlessly. Weight loss enthusiasts swear by dalia for its filling power on minimal calories, reducing hunger pangs…
In a major step towards aviation independence, Adani Defence & Aerospace and global giant Embraer inked an MoU in New Delhi on Tuesday to develop a comprehensive regional transport aircraft ecosystem. The agreement covers manufacturing, supply chain integration, maintenance services, and training programs, directly supporting the government’s push for local production under Atmanirbhar Bharat and UDAN schemes. Key highlights include setting up an assembly line with progressive indigenization for the RTA program. This ecosystem is designed to cater to surging domestic needs and create substantial employment in high-tech sectors like engineering and logistics. Speaking on the tie-up, Embraer’s Commercial Aviation…
Ken Richardson, the Australian speedster synonymous with Big Bash brilliance, has called time on his professional cricket odyssey spanning almost two decades. The retirement news from the 2021 T20 World Cup winner marks the end of an era for one of Australia’s most reliable white-ball pacers. BBL annals will forever honor Richardson’s supremacy. With 142 scalps across 15 seasons, he ranks fifth among the competition’s top men’s wicket-takers. His narrative arc—from Adelaide Strikers debutant in BBL 01, logging 36 outings over six years, to Melbourne Renegades talisman who clinched the BBL 08 crown and holds the club record of 104…
Tamil superstar Vijay’s blockbuster ‘Leo’ is staring at an uncertain release date after the Madras High Court annulled a lower court order compelling the censor board to certify the film without delay. The division bench’s decision on Tuesday disrupts what was shaping up to be one of 2024’s biggest openings. Background to the saga: KVN Productions planned ‘Leo’ for a January 9 Pongal splash, but the CBFC halted proceedings citing complaints and referred it to a revising committee. Frustrated makers rushed to the High Court, securing a single judge’s ruling for swift UA certification after tweaks. Not backing down, the…
In an explosive exclusive with IANS from Patna, Shakeel Ahmad, once a key Congress figure from Bihar, unleashed a scathing critique of Rahul Gandhi. The former MP disclosed advising the opposition leader to frequent temples year-round, not just pre-poll photo-ops – advice that fell on deaf ears. This revelation fuels a larger controversy ignited when Ahmad labeled Rahul cowardly and insecure, drawing fierce backlash from Congress loyalists. Having served as MLA thrice and MP twice, he resigned post-Bihar elections, now relentlessly critiquing the party’s direction. Whispers from colleagues suggested high command directives for assaults on his residences in Patna and…