Within 24hrs of sister’s death, 2 more siblings from Rajouri village die of mystery illness

In J&K’s Rajouri district, three siblings from Badhaal village succumbed within 24 hours to a mystery illness after consuming sweet rice at a family event. This adds to a total of 12 deaths in the village since December. Samples are being analyzed to determine the cause, while local authorities are providing medical assistance and urging the public to stay calm.

January 13, 2025 at 11:53PM

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Brands off to Kumbh amid demand slump

Brands are leveraging the Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj as a significant marketing opportunity. They aim to capture consumer interest through advertisements and product sampling amidst a massive turnout. Companies are setting up booths, hoardings, and engaging in creative promotions to boost brand visibility and test new products.

January 12, 2025 at 11:45PM

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CAG: Liquor policy irregularities caused loss of Rs 2,027 crore to Delhi

A CAG report has identified major irregularities in Delhi's excise policy from 2017 to 2021, costing the exchequer Rs 2,027 crore. Key issues include unauthorized pricing discretion for liquor manufacturers, lack of quality control, and ignored expert recommendations, leading to political criticisms against the AAP government.

January 12, 2025 at 12:50AM

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Elon Musk gives update on Neuralink’s third human brain implant

Elon Musk's Neuralink successfully implanted its device in a third human and plans 20-30 more procedures in 2025. The upgraded devices will have more electrodes and longer battery life, aiming to enable communication and movement for people with disabilities.

January 11, 2025 at 11:46PM

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Allow dropout students to reappear for JEE: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court allows students, who dropped a year of study to attempt the IIT-Advanced exam, a third attempt despite the Joint Admission Board reverting its decision to allow only two attempts. The court rules this would apply to students who dropped out between November 5 and November 18, 2024.

January 11, 2025 at 01:15AM

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BJP, Cong still occupy Lutyens bungalows despite building HQ & getting land

Two major political parties, BJP and Congress, continue to occupy government bungalows in Lutyens’ Delhi for their offices, despite having built their own headquarters. Notices were issued by the housing ministry, but vacating has not occurred. This situation involves around six bungalows currently occupied by political parties.

January 10, 2025 at 11:50PM

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Supreme Court refuses to review 'no' to same-sex marriage

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed pleas for legalising same-sex marriages for the second time, with a five-judge bench unanimously rejecting review petitions by LGBTQ+ community members. The court upheld its October 2023 judgment, maintaining same-sex marriage will remain illegal without new legislation, and denied adoption rights for queer couples.

January 10, 2025 at 12:47AM

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Musk's '3-letter' answer on population collapse 'warning' for India and China

Elon Musk warns that population collapse is a significant threat to humanity. He highlights falling fertility rates and aging populations in countries like South Korea, Singapore, and Japan. He emphasizes the potential economic and technological impacts of declining populations and advocates for policies to encourage higher birth rates, especially in aging societies.

January 09, 2025 at 11:01PM

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Trump's '51st state' dream hits a wall: Even MAGA’s favorite Canadian says no

January 09, 2025 at 12:46AM

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Elon Musk donates 268,000 Tesla shares for 'year-end tax planning'

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has donated 268,000 shares worth nearly $112 million to undisclosed charities as part of his year-end tax planning. This is not his first such donation; in 2022 and 2021, Musk also gifted significant Tesla shares to charitable causes. Musk holds approximately 13% of Tesla's total shares.

January 08, 2025 at 11:49PM

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