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rime Minister Narendra Modi meets singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh, lauding his rise to international fame and connecting over music, tradition, and culture in a memorable 2025 interaction.

PM Modi meets singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh

Dosanjh was recently criticised by some rightwing groups over a host of issues.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh on Wednesday, and lauded his rise from modest beginnings to make a name for himself internationally.
"A very memorable interaction," Modi said on Instagram, sharing a short clip of their interaction.
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He said in a post on X, "A great interaction with Diljit Dosanjh! He's truly multifaceted, blending talent and tradition. We connected over music, culture and more."
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A great interaction with Diljit Dosanjh! He&rsquo;s truly multifaceted, blending talent and tradition. We connected over music, culture and more&hellip; <a href="https://twitter.com/diljitdosanjh?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@diljitdosanjh</a> <a href="https://t.co/X768l08CY1">https://t.co/X768l08CY1</a>
&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1874507862497771967?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
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He has been winning over people, Modi is heard telling Dosanjh in a lighter vein, referring to the first name of the famous Punjabi artiste.
Dosanjh expressed his admiration for Modi's sentiments towards his mother and the Ganga river.
Dosanjh was recently criticised by some rightwing groups over a host of issues.
Following his meeting with Modi, Dosanjh said in post on X, "A fantastic start to 2025. A very memorable meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. We talked about a lot of things including music of course!"

A bus carrying devotees collided with two trucks on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Dausa district, injuring 45 passengers amidst dense fog.

Bus-Truck Collision on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway Injures 45

The front part of the bus was badly damaged in the accident, police said.

Around 45 passengers were injured when a private bus rammed into two trucks, which had already collided with each other on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan's Dausa district on Thursday, police said.
Nangal-Rajawatan DSP Charul Gupta said that a bus of devotees was going from Ujjain to Delhi when the accident occurred due to dense fog.
The DSP said around 45 passengers in the bus were injured and more than 20 were admitted to Dausa District Hospital.
Four were referred to Jaipur and some injured left for Noida and Delhi for treatment, she added.
Gupta said the accident took place near Lahdi Ka Bas on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Dausa district.
The front part of the bus was badly damaged in the accident, police said.
Additional doctors and staff were deployed on the instructions of District Hospital Chief Medical Officer Dr Deepak Sharma following information that a large number of people were injured.

Delhi Police deported a Bangladeshi mother-son duo who illegally entered India through West Bengal. Another Bangladeshi national was arrested for staying illegally in Delhi.

Delhi Police Deport Bangladeshi Mother-Son Duo for Illegal Stay

During questioning, Naim claimed that financial hardships forced his mother to migrate to India two decades ago, while he followed her in 2020.

Delhi Police has deported a Bangladeshi mother-son duo, of which the woman was staying in southwest Delhi since 2005, officials said on Tuesday.
The deported persons have been identified as Nazma Khan and her son Naim Khan (22), police said.
"The duo entered India illegally via the West Bengal border. While Nazma came around 20 years back, Naim arrived in 2020," Deputy Commissioner of Police (southwest), Surendra Choudhary, said.
The mother-son duo was staying in Katwaria Sarai, where Nazma worked as a domestic help, he said.
"During a routine patrol on December 29, police intercepted Naim near the Shastri Market following a tip-off. Naim's interrogation led to Nazma's detention the following day. Both were handed over to the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) from where they were deported to Bangladesh," the DCP said.
During questioning, Naim claimed that financial hardships forced his mother to migrate to India two decades ago, while he followed her in 2020.
In a related case, a Bangladeshi national named Mohammad Akhtar Sheikh has been arrested from Sarojini Nagar for staying in the country illegally, officials said.
"Sheikh, who was held in a drug-related case on November 28, was released on bail. However, subsequent address verification revealed his status as an illegal immigrant. Originally from Kochaghata in Bangladesh, Sheikh entered India via West Bengal in 2004," the DCP said.
Sheikh, who married an Indian national in 2012, worked at a construction site in Delhi, he said.
On December 30, he was found near the Sarojini Nagar railway station without any valid documents, following which a fresh case under the Foreigners Act has been registered against him, the officer said.

Manipur CM N Biren Singh expresses regret over the ethnic violence in the state, offering apologies to the people and expressing hope for peace and normalcy by 2025.

Manipur CM Apologizes for Ethnic Violence, Hopes for Peace in 2025

Since May of last year, ethnic violence in Manipur has claimed over 180 lives, sparked by tensions between the Meitei community&rsquo;s demand for Scheduled Tribe (ST) status and the opposition from the tribal Kukis.

Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh on Tuesday apologised for the ethnic conflict in the state which claimed over 250 lives and rendered thousands homeless, and appealed to all communities to forget and forgive past mistakes and live together in a peaceful and prosperous state.
Addressing reporters in Imphal, Singh said that there has been relative peace in the state in the last three-four months, which gives him hope that normalcy will be restored in the new year.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Imphal: Manipur CM N Biren Singh says "This entire year has been very unfortunate. I feel regret and I want to say sorry to the people of the state for what is happening till today, since last May 3. Many people lost their loved ones. Many people left their homes. I&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/tvAxInKPdg">pic.twitter.com/tvAxInKPdg</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1874027315224875357?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"I want to say sorry for what happened in the state. Many people lost their loved ones and many had to leave their homes. I regret and want to apologise. But after seeing relative peace in the last three-four months, I hope that normalcy will be restored in the coming year.
"Whatever happened has happened... I want to appeal to all communities to forgive and forget our past mistakes and start life afresh by living together in a peaceful and prosperous Manipur," he said.
Singh said firing incidents have declined in the state over the last 20 months since the ethnic conflict began in May 2023.
"From May to October, 2023, 408 firing incidents were reported. From November 2023 to April 2024, there were 345 firing incidents, whereas from May this year till now, 112 firing incidents were reported," he said.
He said that of all the looted weapons, 3,112 have been recovered and 2,511 explosives have been seized during the period.
The chief minister further said that 625 people have been arrested and 12,047 FIRs registered so far.
More than 250 people have been killed and thousands rendered homeless in ethnic violence between Imphal Valley-based Meiteis and adjoining hills-based Kuki-Zo groups since May last year.

Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory for New Year’s Eve, with restrictions around Connaught Place and enhanced patrols.

Delhi Police issues traffic advisory for New Year's Eve celebrations

To manage the expected traffic, around 2,500 personnel from the Delhi Traffic Police will be deployed.

The Delhi Police has issued a traffic advisory ahead of the New Year celebrations in the national capital on the night of Tuesday, December 31.
Popular spots like Connaught Place, India Gate, and Hauz Khas attract large crowds to celebrate the arrival of the New Year. In anticipation of these festivities, the Delhi Police has outlined proactive measures to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety in these areas.
To manage the expected traffic, around 2,500 personnel from the Delhi Traffic Police will be deployed. Additionally, 250 teams will be set up to monitor and prevent drunken driving on New Year&rsquo;s Eve. 
Traffic Restrictions in Connaught Place
As part of the traffic control plan, 11 CAPF companies, 40 motorcycle patrol teams, and an equal number of foot patrol teams will be in action. From 8 pm on December 31 until after midnight, traffic control measures will be implemented around Connaught Place.
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Traffic Advisory Special traffic arrangements have been made in Connaught Place and India Gate areas for the New Year Eve celebrations. Kindly follow the advisory<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DPTrafficAdvisory?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DPTrafficAdvisory</a> <a href="https://t.co/GKEfcsa3p3">pic.twitter.com/GKEfcsa3p3</a>
&mdash; Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) <a href="https://twitter.com/dtptraffic/status/1873349187246669853?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote>
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The advisory issued by the Delhi Police on X stated that no vehicles will be allowed beyond specific points, including Mandi House, Bengali Market, and other key intersections. Only vehicles with valid passes will be allowed into the inner, middle, or outer circles of Connaught Place.
Parking will be limited to certain designated areas, such as Gole Dak Khana, Patel Chowk, and Mandi House, with parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. Unauthorized vehicles will be subject to towing and penalties.
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The Delhi Metro on Tuesday said all exits at Rajiv Chowk station will remain open for passengers on New Year's Eve except at gate 5 and 6.
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METRO SERVICE UPDATE As per the latest instructions received from the Police authorities, Rajiv Chowk Metro station will remain open for passengers till the end of services tonight, i.e, 31st December 2024, except Gate nos. 5 and 6. This is in modification of the earlier&hellip;
&mdash; Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialDMRC/status/1874041123737657685?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Earlier on Monday, the DMRC had said that to ensure public safety and manage crowds on New Year's Eve on Tuesday, exit from Rajiv Chowk metro station will not be allowed from 9 pm onwards.
However, on Tuesday, it said that as per the latest instructions received from police authorities, Rajiv Chowk metro station will remain open for passengers till the end of services on New Year's eve except at gate number 5 and 6.
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NEW YEAR EVE UPDATE As advised by the police authorities, to ensure public safety and manage crowds on New Year&rsquo;s Eve (31st December 2024), EXIT from Rajiv Chowk Metro Station will NOT be allowed from 9:00 PM onwards. However, entry of passengers will be allowed until the&hellip;
&mdash; Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (@OfficialDMRC) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialDMRC/status/1873725457092551034?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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This is in modification of the earlier notification issued, the DMRC added.
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Alternative Routes and Travel Suggestions
For travelers heading to the New Delhi Railway Station, alternate routes such as Ram Manohar Lohiya Park Street, Mandir Marg, and Rani Jhansi Road are recommended. The authorities have also advised avoiding Bhairon Road/Mathura Road between Hazrat Nizamuddin and Pragati Maidan to prevent congestion. Metro travel is also encouraged for smoother movement.

India’s first glass bridge, inaugurated by Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, connects the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and Thiruvalluvar statue in Kanyakumari.

India's first glass bridge now open in Tamil Nadu

The bridge spans 77 metres in length and 10 metres in width, offering visitors an unparalleled experience.

India's first glass bridge, a stunning feat of modern engineering, has opened to the public in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin inaugurated the landmark structure on December 30 by walking across the transparent bridge, which links two of the region&rsquo;s most iconic attractions &mdash; the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the towering 133-foot Thiruvalluvar statue.
The bridge spans 77 metres in length and 10 metres in width, offering visitors an unparalleled experience. Its transparent surface provides breathtaking views of the sea below, while the bowstring arch design showcases a perfect balance of aesthetic appeal and structural strength. Designed to endure the challenging coastal conditions, the bridge is built with materials resistant to salt air and high humidity, ensuring durability and safety.
Constructed at a cost of Rs 37 crore by the Tamil Nadu government, the bridge was unveiled during the silver jubilee celebrations of the Thiruvalluvar statue&rsquo;s inauguration by former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi. This new structure eliminates the need for ferry services between the two monuments, providing a more scenic and convenient option for tourists.
Previously, visitors relied on boats to travel between the Kanyakumari jetty, the Vivekananda Memorial, and the Thiruvalluvar statue. Now, they can leisurely stroll across the glass bridge, soaking in panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape. The experience seamlessly blends adventure with serenity, making it a unique draw for travelers.
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அய்யன் வள்ளுவர் சிலையை விவேகானந்தர் பாறையுடன் இணைக்கக் கடல் நடுவே அமைக்கப்பட்டுள்ள கண்ணாடி இழைப் பாலம் திறப்பு, பல்வேறு வகைகளிலும் குறள்நெறி பரப்பும் தகைமையாளர்களுக்குச் சிறப்பு, அறிவார்ந்தோரின் கருத்துச் செறிவுமிக்க பேச்சில் வள்ளுவத்தின் பயன் குறித்த பட்டிமன்றம் - என &ldquo;வள்ளுவம்&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/EmATLQhPLh">pic.twitter.com/EmATLQhPLh</a>
&mdash; M.K.Stalin (@mkstalin) <a href="https://twitter.com/mkstalin/status/1873766608264437991?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Chief Minister Stalin shared a video of the bridge on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, highlighting its architectural brilliance and the breathtaking vistas it offers. The video captured the intricate design of the bridge and its harmonious integration with Kanyakumari&rsquo;s natural beauty.
The glass bridge is expected to be a major boost for tourism in Kanyakumari, reinforcing Tamil Nadu&rsquo;s image as a state that combines heritage with modern innovation. By linking two cultural and spiritual landmarks, the bridge serves as both a symbol of progress and an unforgettable experience for visitors.

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan says he is looking forward to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's WAVES Summit 2025.

Shah Rukh Khan lauds PM Narendra Modi's WAVES initiative

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan says he is looking forward to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's WAVES Summit 2025

Other celebrities including Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt and producers Ektaa Kapoor and Ritesh Sidhwani have also lauded the initiative.

Superstar Shah Rukh Khan says he is looking forward to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's WAVES Summit 2025, an initiative aimed at making India a hub of global creation.
In his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, the prime minister on Sunday announced that India will host the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) for the first time between February 5 and February 9.
The video on the same was shared by the prime minister on his X handle which was further re-shared by Khan on Monday night.
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It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES - a film and entertainment world summit - to be held in our country itself. An occasion that celebrates our industry and acknowledges the role it plays in the Indian economy as well as its strength as a soft power&hellip; and&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/QE52Rs11NZ">https://t.co/QE52Rs11NZ</a>
&mdash; Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamsrk/status/1873762720677531663?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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Khan said it is "an occasion that champions and fosters creativity."
"It is with great anticipation that I look forward to WAVES - a film and entertainment world summit - to be held in our country itself," he said in his post.
"An occasion that celebrates our industry and acknowledges the role it plays in the Indian economy as well as its strength as a soft power&hellip; and above all, an occasion that champions and fosters creativity!!! @narendramodi ji," the 59-year-old actor added.
Other celebrities including Akshay Kumar, Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt and producers Ektaa Kapoor and Ritesh Sidhwani have also lauded the initiative.

The BJP has accused Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP government of exploiting children for political gain, violating the Juvenile Act, and failing in education promises, including teacher vacancies and school infrastructure.

BJP Accuses Arvind Kejriwal of Exploiting Children for Political Gains

The BJP spokesperson noted that the AAP government has also promised a similar amount to imams but has not paid them for 17 months.

The BJP on Tuesday accused Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal of using children for political gains, charging him with practising "petty, cheap and dirty" politics.
Addressing a press conference, BJP national spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia said Delhi's ruling party has not taken down a post, which shows some children raising pro-Kejriwal slogans, despite the National Human Rights Commission raising serious concerns on the matter.
Such a depiction of children is a violation of the Juvenile Act and the Election Commission guidelines, he said.
"Kejriwal and Chief Minister Atishi are not sparing even children. They are violating the dignity of children. Is it because Kejriwal knows that he is losing the elections in Delhi," Bhatia asked.
He asked why Kejriwal was "playing with young and impressionable minds for his petty, cheap and dirty politics".
The BJP, he claimed, will ensure that the "destroyer of children and a hater of children" is thrown out of power. He accused the AAP government of converting school toilets into classrooms for children and deliberately failing students in Class 9 and Class 11 to ensure higher pass percentages in Class 10 and Class 12.
He added that people will celebrate "Happiness Utsav" -- a Delhi government initiative to commemorate the 'Happiness Curriculum' in its schools -- by teaching the AAP a lesson in the upcoming polls.
The AAP government opened no new school despite promising over 500 of them, and is behind the vacancy of almost 80 per cent post of teachers, he alleged.
Bhatia dubbed Kejriwal's announcement of Rs 18,000 monthly honorarium to temple and gurudwara priests as yet another "false promise" by the AAP, claiming the former chief minister knows that his "political life" is coming to an end.
Until recently his government was opening liquor shops outside religious places, he said.
The BJP spokesperson noted that the AAP government has also promised a similar amount to imams but has not paid them for 17 months. "There has been no bigger fraud and deceitful politician in India than him," he alleged.
Asked about the Congress' charge that the BJP government at the Centre has disrespected former prime minister Manmohan Singh, the BJP leader hit back at the opposition party's "insult" of former PM P V Narasimha Rao, saying it did not even allow his cremation in the national capital.
There has been a bitter war of words between the Congress and the ruling BJP over arrangements at Singh's funeral and over the setting up of a memorial to the ex-PM.

India has pledged to provide all necessary assistance to Nimisha Priya, an Indian nurse sentenced to death in Yemen for allegedly murdering a Yemeni national. Despite failed legal appeals, Priya’s family is exploring options for her release.

Extending all possible help: MEA on Indian nurse's case in Yemen

Nimisha Priya, a trained nurse from Palakkad, was found guilty of killing Talal Abdo Mahdi, a Yemeni national, in 2017.

India on Tuesday said it is extending all possible help to explore relevant options in the case of an Indian nurse facing death sentence in Yemen.
Nimisha Priya, hailing from Kerala, has been reportedly handed capital punishment for allegedly murdering a Yemeni citizen. 
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Our response to media queries regarding the case of Ms. Nimisha Priya:<a href="https://t.co/DlviLboqKG">https://t.co/DlviLboqKG</a> <a href="https://t.co/tSgBlmitCy">pic.twitter.com/tSgBlmitCy</a>
&mdash; Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia/status/1873939183448047820?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2024</a></blockquote>
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"We are aware of the sentencing of Ms. Nimisha Priya in Yemen. We understand that the family of Priya is exploring relevant options," said Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) official spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.
"The government is extending all possible help in the matter," he added.
Jaiswal was replying to a media query. 
Background of the Case
Nimisha Priya, a trained nurse from Palakkad, was found guilty of killing Talal Abdo Mahdi, a Yemeni national, in 2017. A Yemeni court sentenced her to death a year later, and her family has been tirelessly working to have the verdict overturned. Priya&rsquo;s family challenged the trial court&rsquo;s decision in the Yemeni Supreme Court, but their appeal was rejected in 2023. Following this, the Yemeni President also dismissed her appeal. Priya&rsquo;s only hope for release lies in obtaining forgiveness from the victim&rsquo;s family and tribal leaders.
Her mother, Prema Kumari, has been negotiating with the victim&rsquo;s family for forgiveness through the payment of "blood money." However, talks hit an impasse in September after the lawyer appointed by the Indian Embassy, Abdullah Ameer, demanded a pre-negotiation fee of $20,000 (approximately Rs 16.6 lakh). Although the MEA had already provided $19,871 to Ameer in July, he insisted on a total fee of $40,000. Despite the crowdfunding efforts by the Save Nimisha Priya International Action Council to raise the first installment of this amount, there were transparency concerns over how the funds were being used.
 The Circumstances Leading to the Death Sentence
Nimisha Priya moved to Yemen in 2010 and worked as a nurse in private hospitals. In 2014, due to financial constraints, her husband and daughter returned to India. That same year, Yemen plunged into a civil war, preventing their return. In 2015, Priya sought the help of Talal Mahdi to set up a clinic in Sana'a, Yemen, as the country's laws allowed only Yemeni nationals to own clinics. During this time, Mahdi accompanied Priya to Kerala, where he allegedly stole her wedding photograph and later manipulated it to falsely claim he was married to her.
Upon their return to Yemen, Priya opened her clinic, but Mahdi took control of its revenue and manipulated ownership documents. When Priya confronted him about his embezzlement, Mahdi became hostile. He also falsely claimed Priya as his wife, even altering photographs to support this claim. Over time, Mahdi began to demand money from Priya's earnings and seized her passport, subjecting her to physical and emotional abuse.
Despite Priya seeking help from the police in Sana&rsquo;a, her situation worsened. Rather than taking action against Mahdi, the police arrested Priya and held her in jail for six days. In July 2017, Priya approached the warden of a nearby jail where Mahdi had been incarcerated. The warden suggested she try sedating Mahdi to retrieve her passport. Priya attempted this, using a stronger sedative, but Mahdi died from an overdose shortly afterward. 
The Ongoing Efforts for Justice
The government of India, alongside Priya&rsquo;s family, is continuing its efforts to resolve the case, with legal avenues being explored to ensure her release.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, along with Cabinet Ministers, met Microsoft President Satya Nadella in Hyderabad. They discussed boosting the city’s technology sector with a focus on AI, cloud, and skills development. 

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Meets Microsoft’s Satya Nadella

Microsoft, one of the early technology companies to establish a presence in Hyderabad, has significantly expanded over the years, now employing 10,000 people.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, along with his Cabinet Ministers D Sridhar Babu, Uttam Kumar Reddy, and others, recently met with Microsoft President Satya Nadella in Hyderabad.
Microsoft, one of the early technology companies to establish a presence in Hyderabad, has significantly expanded over the years, now employing 10,000 people. The company has also invested in a data center with a capacity of 600 MW in the state. 
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Hon'ble Chief Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/revanth_anumula?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@revanth_anumula</a>, accompanied by Minister for IT and Industries Shri <a href="https://twitter.com/Min_SridharBabu?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Min_SridharBabu</a>, Minister for Irrigation and Civil Supplies Shri <a href="https://twitter.com/UttamINC?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UttamINC</a>, called on Microsoft Corporation Chairman and CEO Mr. <a href="https://twitter.com/satyanadella?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@satyanadella</a> in Hyderabad. 🔹<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Microsoft?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Microsoft</a> is one of the&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/6ZpiF5Buvz">pic.twitter.com/6ZpiF5Buvz</a>
&mdash; Telangana CMO (@TelanganaCMO) <a href="https://twitter.com/TelanganaCMO/status/1873706473357980109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 30, 2024</a></blockquote>
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During the meeting, Chief Minister Reddy expressed his gratitude to Nadella for Microsoft&rsquo;s consistent investments and its expanding business operations in Hyderabad and Telangana. The Chief Minister, along with the state&rsquo;s IT Minister, discussed the state&rsquo;s focus on emerging technologies like AI, Gen AI, and cloud computing, and sought Microsoft&rsquo;s support in building a robust ecosystem. The goal is to establish Hyderabad as a global leader in the technology sector.
Reddy also outlined plans for infrastructure development in the state, which include the Regional Ring Road, radial roads, the Future City initiative, and the creation of new manufacturing clusters. Furthermore, he emphasized the government&rsquo;s efforts to create a skilled workforce through institutions like Young India Skills University.
In response, Satya Nadella reaffirmed Microsoft&rsquo;s commitment to collaborating with the Telangana government on all its initiatives. He commended the Chief Minister&rsquo;s vision for enhancing skills and improving infrastructure, stating that these two factors are key to positioning Hyderabad among the top 50 cities globally for fostering economic growth.

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The British broadcaster's foreign remittances are being scrutinised, and it has been asked to provide financial details and accounts.

BBC being probed by India's ED agency for alleged foreign exchange violations: reports

The British broadcaster's foreign remittances are being scrutinised, and it has been asked to provide financial details and accounts.

Two months after offices of the British Broadcasting Corporation were "surveyed" by India's Income Tax Department, the company is facing a fresh probe, as per reports.
BBC is now under the lens of the Enforcement Directorate for alleged foreign exchange violations, sources were quoted as saying by NDTV.
The British broadcaster's foreign remittances are being scrutinised, and it has been asked to provide financial details and accounts.
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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accuses the Border Security Force of allowing infiltrators from Bangladesh to enter India, alleging the BSF's role in destabilizing the state.

Mamata Banerjee accuses BSF of aiding infiltrators and destabilizing West Bengal

In her remarks, Banerjee also accused the BSF of attempting to frame the state government for the situation.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Border Security Force (BSF) of facilitating the entry of Bangladeshi infiltrators into India, claiming that the force is working to destabilize the state. She also hinted that the actions of the BSF are aligned with a larger plan orchestrated by the central government.
During an administrative review meeting at the state secretariat, Banerjee stated, "We have received reports that the BSF is allowing infiltrators to cross into India through border regions such as Islampur, Sitai, and Chopra. The force is also torturing people and creating instability in the state."
The Chief Minister continued, "There seems to be a larger plan behind this, driven by the central government. However, we want peace on both sides of the border, and we maintain a cordial relationship with Bangladesh."
Banerjee further directed the state's Director General of Police, Rajeev Kumar, to investigate the locations where these infiltrators are staying after crossing into West Bengal. She announced her intention to send a formal letter to the central government expressing her concerns.
In her remarks, Banerjee also accused the BSF of attempting to frame the state government for the situation, saying, "The BSF is trying to blame the Trinamool Congress government for this. I will instruct the DGP to trace the whereabouts of these infiltrators after they enter the state."

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar gave a cryptic reply to Lalu Prasad’s recent offer to rejoin the INDIA alliance. 

Nitish Kumar responds to Lalu Prasad's INDIA bloc offer

Kumar had aligned twice with the RJD, a constituent of the INDIA bloc, in the last one decade.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday came up with a cryptic response to RJD president Lalu Prasad's offer to return to the INDIA bloc.
"Kya bol rahe hain (What are you saying)" was all the JD(U) boss said in reply to queries from journalists about Prasad's fresh offer.
Kumar had aligned twice with the RJD, a constituent of the INDIA bloc, in the last one decade.
Prasad's son and heir apparent Tejashwi Yadav, however, sought to downplay the remarks made by his father, in an interview to a local news channel, claiming that the RJD supremo had merely tried to satisfy the curiosity of the prying media.
Prasad had said, "Our doors are open (for Nitish). He should also unbolt his gates. This would facilitate movement of people from both sides".
The remark, coming in the backdrop of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's stance on projecting the JD(U) supremo as NDA's face in the assembly polls due in less than a year, triggered intense speculations in a section of the media here.
Kumar was approached with queries by journalists at Raj Bhavan, where he attended the swearing-in ceremony of Arif Mohammad Khan as the new governor.
Flanked by Khan and Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary (BJP on either side, Kumar folded his hands and smiled when his comments were sought on the offer from Prasad. Pressed further, he asked, "What are you saying".
When a pointed query was made, as to whether the state government would be able to complete its term, Khan intervened and said, "This is not the occasion for a question of this type. Today is a happy day. Let us only talk about good things".
Later, the posse of journalists approached Yadav, a former Deputy CM and the current leader of the opposition, who had also come to attend the function.
The young leader, who had on Wednesday declared that the new year will see "departure" of the NDA government headed by Nitish Kumar, said: "I have already made my stand clear".
When probed further, with reference to the utterances of his father, Yadav said, "What would he do if people like you keep coming to him with the same question? Whatever he said must have been aimed at putting an end to curiosity of you journalists."
Meanwhile, when questions about Prasad were posed to Union minister and former JD(U) president Rajiv Ranjan Singh "Lalan", he snapped.
"The NDA is strong. JD(U) and BJP are united. It is a free society and anybody can say whatever he pleases. It is for Lalu ji to say more on his own utterances", he said.
Lalan was perceived to have grown very close to the RJD supremo when Nitish Kumar was out of NDA. It was rumoured to have been the reason why the de facto JD(U) chief chose to take over as the president of the party.

Puneet Khurana, a 40-year-old bakery owner from Delhi, was found dead after allegedly hanging himself. His family claims harassment by his wife and in-laws over financial and property issues.

40-year-old businessman kills self in Delhi; family alleges harassment by wife, in-laws

Puneet's family members and friends have alleged that his social media account has been hacked. The allegation is being verified, the police said.

A 40-year-old bakery owner allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself from a ceiling fan at his residence in Model Town area of northwest Delhi, an official said on Wednesday.
The family members of the deceased, identified as Puneet Khurana, have alleged harassment by his wife and in-laws, police said in a statement. Investigators said the allegations are yet to be verified.
There was no immediate reaction from the Puneet's wife and in-laws.
"Khurana's father Trilok Nath has produced his (Puneet's) mobile phone and other related articles... (which) were taken in police possession. The body will be handed over to the family members after post-mortem," Northwest Delhi Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Bhisham Singh said.
The DCP further stated said the incident was reported around 4.18 pm on Tuesday in Kalyan Vihar of Model Town.
"Soon after receiving information, a team was immediately dispatched to the location. They found Puneet unresponsive on his bed with a ligature mark around his neck, indicating death by hanging," the officer said, adding that further investigation is underway.
The DCP said the team also learned that the victim had recorded a video before his death. The victim's mobile phone has been taken under possession and ACP Rohit Gupta from Model Town is leading the investigation. The teams are verifying all the allegations made by the victim's family members.
Puneet's mobile phone has been sent for forensic examination, police said.
"We have received a complaint from the victim's father and will ask the family members from both sides to appear before the team. The team has already questioned the woman's family which has also made counter-allegations. It was revealed that the couple had spoken just a few hours before the suicide," the DCP added.
Puneet's body was transported to BJRM Hospital and preserved for a post-mortem examination. The police said a board of doctors would conduct the procedure if required.
While talking to reporters, Puneet's father levelled allegations against the deceased's wife and in-laws. He said they used to threaten him almost every day over financial and property issues.
Puneet's sister alleged that her brother committed suicide because of his wife and her parents who mentally pressurised him, harassed and provoked him to commit suicide.
"We request that justice must be done with our family and culprits must be sent behind bars," she added.
She further alleged that she got to know about her brother's suicide around 3 pm on Tuesday.
"He got married in December 2016 and had been staying separately from his wife for the last two years," she said.
A 15-minute purported audio clip of conversation between the couple went viral. In the purported audio, the couple engaged in a heated dispute over money and their co-owned bakery named 'For God's Cake'.
In the conversation, a woman can be heard abusing a man over the issue.
The clip also has references to the cafe, which had been closed some time ago. During the argument, the woman can be heard questioning why the man had called her at 3 am.
"Why are you calling me at 3 am? You have disgraced me and my family on multiple occasions. We did so much for you," she said.
In response, the man dismisses her grievances, saying, "All of this doesn't matter anymore. Just tell me what you want."
The argument continued as the man and the woman debated the sharing of social media account passwords. The woman also used abusive language.
Puneet's family members and friends have alleged that his social media account has been hacked. The allegation is being verified, the police said.
Some of his friends said Puneet was under acute pressure as his wife and in-laws were threatening him and his family members.
"Yesterday he called us and asked us to sit somewhere. He was very stressed as he was continuously getting threats from his in-laws. He was also under stress as they were threatening his parents too. This is the only reason he took such an extreme step," his friends told the reporters.
Sources said the police may call Puneet's wife and her family members for questioning.

Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah voiced optimism for the restoration of the region's statehood, calling the Union Territory status a temporary phase.

Omar Abdullah expresses hope for Jammu and Kashmir's statehood restoration

Abdullah said the sentiments of the people should be respected their aspirations should be fulfilled.

Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Thursday expressed hope that Jammu and Kashmir's Union Territory status is a temporary phase and that the central government fulfils its promise of restoring its statehood.
"It has been a little over two months since we came to power. It took us time to understand how the UT government works. We have been associated with the government earlier, but there is a vast difference between that form and the present form," Abdullah said at a media interaction at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Convention Centre (SKICC) here.
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The chief minister said the start of the new government has been "decent" and that they "did not find much difficulty" in it.
"We are bound by our election promises. We have started the process of implementing some of the promises and for other promises, we need change in the system. I hope J-K being a UT is a temporary phase," Abdullah said.
"We the people are now expecting that the promises made with us will be fulfilled. The biggest promise is the restoration of the statehood. The Supreme Court in its judgement had also stated that the statehood should be restored as soon as possible. One year has passed since and we think one year should be enough," he added.
Abdullah said the sentiments of the people should be respected their aspirations should be fulfilled.
Addressing reporters, the chief minister termed it an interaction, and not a press conference.
"We are not making any big announcements as was being speculated on social media. We only wanted to have an interaction. We will try to answer your questions," he said.
"I would like to have this kind of interaction without any agenda at least twice a year," he added.

Delhi faces shallow fog with temperatures at 7.6°C, while dense fog is reported at Palam. The weather office predicts cold day conditions and smog in the evening.

Dense Fog and Cold Weather Sweep Delhi

The weather office has forecast cold day conditions at isolated places in Delhi and dense fog at some locations on Thursday.

The national capital saw shallow fog on Thursday morning, with the minimum temperature recorded at 7.6 degrees Celsius, the weather department said.
The weather office has forecast cold day conditions at isolated places in Delhi and dense fog at some locations on Thursday.
Palam weather station reported very dense fog with 0 metres visibility since 6 am, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.
The maximum temperature is expected to settle around 16 degrees Celsius, which was recorded at 15 degrees on Wednesday. Delhi saw a low of 7.4 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.
The Met office said on Thursday that the wind speed is likely to increase to 12 to 14 kilometres per hour during the afternoon and gradually decline to less than 8 kilometres per hour by the evening.
Smog and shallow fog is expected during the evening and the night.

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