Ravi Raja, the former opposition leader in the BMC, has resigned from the Congress party after 44 years of service. He felt unrecognized despite his request for a ticket in the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections. The Congress selected an inexperienced candidate for Sion Koliwada. Raja will be joining the BJP today.
Read MoreIndian head coach Gautam Gambhir emphasizes collective responsibility for the team’s recent Test series defeat against New Zealand. Despite the setbacks, Gambhir believes the losses will motivate young players to improve. He stresses adapting to Test cricket conditions and highlights strong defense as crucial for player success across formats.
Read MoreThe Indian Army resumes patrols in Depsang and Demchok in eastern Ladakh where access was blocked by Chinese troops for over four years. This follows the successful disengagement and verification process at both sites. The next steps include regular meetings of ground commanders and eventual discussions on resolving buffer zones and patrolling rights.
Read MoreIn Kakinada district, an elderly woman, Akasam Saraswathi, and her daughter Swati ended their lives. Saraswathi had severe health issues, and Swati, devoted to her care, stayed single. Police found Saraswathi’s body on a bed and Swati hanging from a ceiling fan. A case is under investigation.
Read MoreStock market today: BSE Sensex ended the day down 553.12 points or 0.69 per cent, closing at 79,389.06, after dropping 654.25 points or 0.81 per cent to 79,287.93 during trading hours. The NSE Nifty declined by 135.50 points or 0.56 per cent to 24,205.35.
Read MoreNorth Korea tested a new intercontinental ballistic missile under Kim Jong Un’s orders, aiming to showcase its military power. The US, Japan, and South Korea condemned the launch as destabilizing. Officials are concerned about North Korea’s emerging solid-fueled missile technology and potential military involvement in the Ukraine conflict.
Read MoreThis Dhanteras saw an unprecedented surge in silver sales, overshadowing gold for the first time due to soaring gold prices. Silver sales increased by 30-35% despite a 40% price hike. The demand was driven by the affordability compared to gold and anticipated industrial use, especially from the electric vehicle sector.
Read MoreVivek Ramaswamy joined sanitation workers in Charlotte, North Carolina, to counter President Biden’s remark describing Trump’s base as “garbage.” Ramaswamy operated a garbage truck and voiced support for American workers. Donald Trump made a similar gesture in Wisconsin, criticizing Biden’s comment. Biden clarified his intent, but Republicans continued to leverage the controversy.
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