The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes. #India #Pak #OpSindoor #Jalandhar
Lionel Messi concluded his GOAT India Tour in Delhi, a stark contrast to its chaotic Kolkata start. Fans at Arun Jaitley Stadium cheered as the football icon expressed gratitude for the overwhelming affection shown during his brief but memorable visit. Messi promised a return, leaving a lasting impression on his admirers. #GraciasDelhi #Messi #India
Maharashtra's long-pending civic body elections are finally scheduled for January 15, with results on January 16. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls are seen as a key political mood test, pitting the ruling Mahayuti alliance against a fractured opposition. Control of the BMC, Asia's wealthiest civic corporation, holds immense political and economic significance. #BMC #Mahayuti #Mumbai #Pune #Thackeray #MVA
Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, revealed his dream job was not leading a tech empire but crafting high-end cocktails as a bartender. While he admits to glamorizing the role and being too slow for the fast-paced profession, Bezos has still made billions from Amazon and is now involved in a new AI startup, Project Prometheus.
#Pak #LeT
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-nation tour in Jordan, marking 75 years of diplomatic ties. He will then visit Ethiopia, a key African Union hub, to bolster bilateral relations and address Parliament. The tour concludes in Oman, aiming to deepen their strategic partnership and economic ties, with engagements including diaspora meetings. #PMModi #Jordan #KingAbdullahII
The Indian rupee hit a fresh all-time low of 90.74 against the US dollar, pressured by uncertainty over an India-US trade deal and continued foreign fund outflows. Despite positive macro cues, the rupee struggled as importers' strong dollar demand and risk-averse sentiment dominated. Experts see a bullish near-term bias for the USD-INR pair.
The Centre is set to replace MGNREGA with the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment and focusing on water security, rural infrastructure, and climate resilience. This revamped law aims to boost the rural economy, benefit farmers and labourers through increased income, predictable work, and digital formalisation, addressing past systemic failures. #VB #GRam #FAQs
Grimes revealed Elon Musk blocked her on X, stating her sole focus is co-parenting their three children. This comes amidst an ongoing custody dispute where Grimes has expressed frustration over legal battles and access to their sons. Despite their separation, they continue to navigate co-parenting arrangements. #ElonMusk