A political controversy broke out in Delhi after BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva accused former CM Arvind Kejriwal of converting the official X handle of the Delhi CMO into a personal account. Sachdeva demands immediate investigation, calling it digital loot of government resources and personal information.
Google CEO Sundar Pichai stated that practically useful quantum computers are still 5-10 years away. This comes after a similar warning from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, suggesting that very useful quantum computers may take 15-30 years. Quantum computing stocks reacted negatively to these announcements.
Virat Kohli unfollows Ranveer Allahbadia amid a controversial remark, stirring online reactions. Banita Sandhu and AP Dhillon face breakup rumors after social media changes, while Vivek Agnihotri defends comedian Samay Raina. The Housefull 5 trailer release and a possible rift between Ram Charan and Allu Arjun also create buzz.
A 24-year-old Afghan asylum-seeker allegedly drove a Mini Cooper into a crowd at a Verdi union demonstration in Munich, injuring at least 28 people. Authorities suspect it was a deliberate attack. The suspect has been apprehended and no longer poses a threat. Several victims are in life-threatening condition.
A car crashed into a group of people in Munich, resulting in multiple injuries. The police have initiated a large-scale operation in the Dachauer Strasse area to investigate. This incident follows a tragic attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg which claimed six lives, including a 9-year-old boy.
Scarlett Johansson urges US lawmakers to regulate AI after an unauthorized AI-generated video, featuring her and Jewish personalities, gained traction online. The video, deemed a misuse of AI, responds to antisemitic views and calls for immediate legislation to prevent AI misuse. Johansson stresses the urgent need to protect citizens from AI threats.
Two soldiers, Captain Karamjit Singh Bakshi and Naik Mukesh Singh Manhas, were killed in an IED blast while on patrol near the LoC. Both were set to marry in April, leaving their families mourning their tragic loss. The articles detail their planned celebrations turned into sorrowful events.
Adani Group is officially withdrawing from a $442 million wind power project in Sri Lanka after the government attempted to renegotiate the agreement for better energy rates.
IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru have appointed Rajat Patidar as their new captain, effective from the 2025 season. Patidar was reportedly chosen after consultations with senior Indian players in the RCB setup. His leadership led Madhya Pradesh to the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final last year, showcasing his potential.
Starting February 17, 2025, new validation rules for FASTag balance will alter toll payment processing. Transactions will be declined if a FASTag has been blacklisted for more than 60 minutes before reading and remains blacklisted for at least 10 minutes afterward. Maintaining an adequate balance in advance is crucial to avoid penalties.
