Zuckerberg turns to face abuse victim families: ‘I’m sorry for everything you have all been through.’

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NTPC to acquire Rs 5,000 crore KSK Mahanadi power project

NTPC is set to acquire the KSK Mahanadi power station in Chattisgarh, a large greenfield project with a proposed capacity of 3,600 MW, marking the state-run utility's second acquisition of a stressed asset. The project came under corporate insolvency resolution process in April 2022 after defaulting on loans. NTPC's investment in the project is valued at Rs 5,000 crore.

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The Secret of Thomas Mann’s Translator

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'Ashamed, sorry' for judges' row, says Calcutta HC chief justice

Chief Justice T S Sivagnanam of Calcutta high court said on Tuesday that he was "ashamed and sorry" for "an untoward situation" last week involving two benches and Bengal's advocate general. He promised to "try my level best" to resolve the row, terming it "undesirable in a temple of law" and likely to have "a long-term effect on the public at large".

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Panel to give UCC draft on Feb 2, implementation soon: U'khand CM

Providing a clear indication that Uttarakhand government will proceed with implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state next month, chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday said that the five-member panel constituted under retired SC judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai will hand over its report to the government on Feb 2.

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Far-right Israelis gather to advance the idea of resettling Gaza.

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The White House blamed an Iran-backed militia for the deadly strike.

By Eric Schmitt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/OMU8hJ4

BB 17 Grand Finale: Mannara Chopra evicted as the second runner-up

The highly debated reality show, Bigg Boss 17, is about to reveal the winner in a couple of minutes. Mannara Chopra, a well-liked contestant, has secured the position of second runner-up in the reality show. After many days of entertainment, drama, and emotional moments, Mannara Chopra has made it to the top finalist list successfully.

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He went from ‘Trumpier than Trump’ to running as a Democrat for the Senate.

By Neil Vigdor from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/d16Tolw

Israel Has History of Friction With U.N. Agency for Palestinians

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Video of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan beating his house help goes viral

The internet is in a state of shock on seeing Rahat Fateh Ali Khan beating his servant. His clarification further has left people fuming!

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Worries in Europe Over the White House Move to Delay Gas Terminals

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UK Attorney General to review sentence in teen's murder case

United Kingdom's attorney general will review a hospital order sentence handed out to the killer of Indian-Irish origin teenager Grace O’Malley-Kumar and two others in a triple murder in Nottingham last year after receiving a complaint that the sentence is too lenient.

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Crip Heard

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A Glorious Year for Queer Cinema

By Lydia Polgreen from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/GqApZrV

New Hampshire and Iowa Reveal Broader Weaknesses for Trump

By Michael C. Bender and Lisa Lerer from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/xJB2mnP

eBay to cut 1,000 jobs: Read CEO’s note to employees

Tech companies continue to announce layoffs, with eBay being the latest to join the list. CEO Jamie Iannone revealed that close to 1,000 jobs, approximately 9% of the workforce, will be cut. These layoffs are part of eBay's efforts to better position the company for long-term, sustainable growth and to address the challenges posed by the macroeconomic environment.

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Gadkari condemns cutting road safety features for cost reduction

Union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari criticizes officials for cutting safety features in road projects to reduce costs. Urges them to consider road user behavior in project preparation and incorporate suitable designs. Engineers should ensure that people cannot engage in risky behavior like crossing roads instead of using foot over bridges.

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Paul Giamatti: ‘Maybe I’ve Done the Right Thing With My Life’

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Devotees throng UK temples to celebrate Lord Ram

Thousands of devotees gathered at Slough Hindu Mandir to celebrate the consecration ceremony of Ramlalla in Ayodhya. Similar celebrations took place in hundreds of temples across the UK. The event marked the homecoming of Bhagawan Shri Ram to Ayodhya, bringing immense joy to the devotees.

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Haley endorsed Mace for Congress. Now Mace is backing Trump.

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Earthquake tremors felt in Delhi-NCR, neighbouring areas

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These tips will help you find cheaper flight tickets on Google

This article discusses flight booking tips, including strategic planning, early booking, flexibility with travel dates, and using Google Flights' features like price graph, price tracking, and filters to secure the best flight deals for your travel plans. For those with flexible travel dates, the Price graph feature enables an exploration of fare trends by month or week, with the option to activate flight and price tracking.

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Deep Under Gaza, Evidence of Cells and Hostages, Israel Says

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Delhi HC: Payment for domain fee registration is not Royalty

The Delhi high court ruled that fees received by a US domain name registrar for providing registration services are not taxable as royalty. The court considered the accreditation agreement between the registrar and ICANN, stating that the registrar does not have proprietorship rights in the domain name and therefore cannot transfer the right to use it.

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Lev Rubinstein, Russian Poet and a Critic of Putin, Is Dead at 76

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Jack Burke Jr., Who Won 2 Major Golf Titles in a Season, Dies at 100

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Pakistan, Iran exchange positive messages to defuse tensions

Pakistan expresses readiness to work with Iran after airstrikes. National Security Committee holds emergency meeting chaired by caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar. No desire for escalation, but will respond with full might if territorial integrity violated. Pakistani strikes target separatist groups, Iran's strikes target Jaish al-Adl. Concerns raised about instability in the Middle East. UN secretary-general urges maximum restraint.

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A Misguided Attempt to Modernize ‘Carmen’

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Need a Bird Cage Shaped Like the U.S. Capitol? Try the Winter Show

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Claire M. Fagin, Powerful Advocate for Nurses and Nursing, Dies at 97

By Cornelia Dean from NYT Health https://ift.tt/6xZf5qa

E. Jean Carroll Says Trump ‘Shattered’ Her Reputation as He Watches in Court

By Maria Cramer from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/XChydRY

When Super Over ended in a rare tie in history of cricket

The third T20I clash between India and Afghanistan in Bengaluru made cricket history by necessitating two Super Overs to establish the winner of the match.

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3rd T20I: Rohit stars as India clinch double Super Over thriller to sweep series

India edged Afghanistan in a dramatic second Super Over to sweep the Twenty20 series after the third match ended in a tie following Rohit Sharma's record-setting century on Wednesday. The India captain became the first batsman to hit five T20I tons as his unbeaten 121 off 69 balls powered the hosts to 212-4 in Bengaluru after they had slipped to 22-4. But Afghanistan put up a spirited show as Gulbadin Naib hit an unbeaten 55 off 23 balls to steer his side to 212-6, taking two off the final delivery to level the scores.

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Judge Blocks JetBlue From Acquiring Spirit Airlines

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Pak national arrested along international border in Jammu

A 20-year-old Pakistani intruder has been arrested by BSF from a forward area along the international border in Jammu’s Makwal. Officials on Tuesday said BSF troops observed suspicious movement along the international border in the Makwal area. They challenged the suspect and took him into custody. A Pakistan national identity card identifying the intruder as Muhammad Sadiq has been recovered from the intruder. Sadiq, the intruder is being interrogated.

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British Sikhs received ‘threat to life’ warnings from cops

Several British Sikhs have received "threat to life" notices, known as Osman warnings, from the British police. This has fueled conspiracy theories that India could be behind the threats, given the court case against Nikhil Gupta in the US regarding an alleged plot to kill Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. An Osman warning is a police warning of a death threat. It is used when there is intelligence of the threat but not enough evidence to justify an arrest.

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Iowa Caucus Results

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Search on for terrorists who fired on Poonch army convoy

Security forces in the Krishna Ghati sector of J&K's Poonch are conducting searches to find terrorists who fired on an army convoy. No casualties were reported. Concurrently, another operation is underway in Sawjian, Mandi, based on reports of suspicious activities in the forested area. This follows a recent ambush in Dera Ki Gali, Poonch, where four soldiers lost their lives. “The search is underway in Dharti, Dhara, Magnad and Jhallas areas of Poonch,” an official source said.

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With Deora exit, exodus of Rahul Gandhi's band of 'dynasts' nearly complete

The departure of Milind Deora from Congress marks a significant chapter in Rahul Gandhi's political journey, as it nearly completes the exodus of the original band of young "dynasts" who came to be identified with the Gandhi scion during his initial days. After Jitin Prasada and Jyotiraditya Scindia, Deora is the third of the second-generation Congress leaders who hogged the headlines as Team Rahul during the UPA decade. Another of the coterie member R P N Singh has also joined BJP, like Prasada and Scindia, though he is still awaiting his legislative rehabilitation.

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‘Mean Girls’ Musical Triumphs at Box Office, With a TikTok Assist

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Ron DeSantis’s Campaign Trail Quirk: The Word ‘Do’

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What Inspires Peter Capaldi: Vermeer, ‘Demon Copperhead,’ ‘The Wire’

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US takes measures to make H-1B visa application easier, faster

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently announced significant improvements in the customer experience for H-1B visa applicants, placing a strong emphasis on digital processes. Key among these improvements is the rollout of 'organizational accounts' and the facilitation of online submissions for both visa applications and requests for premium processing. Slated for implementation in the fiscal year 2025 H-1B cap season, these organizational accounts are designed for non-cap filings. They will allow various members within an organization, encompassing businesses and their legal representatives, to work together in preparing H-1B visa applications.

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In a rarity, the Iowa caucuses coincide with Martin Luther King’s Birthday.

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DRDO successfully tests advanced Akash-NG missile

The new generation Akash surface-to-air missile system is ready for user trials. The missile system has the capability to intercept hostile aircraft, helicopters, and drones at a range of 30-km. The Akash-NG weapon system will be a force multiplier for the air defense capability of the IAF and Army.

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Israel and Hamas Are in Talks to Deliver Medicine to Hostages in Gaza

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Ecuador se tambalea tras días de violencia y disturbios

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How to … : An Informational Writing Contest for Teenagers

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What happens next in Trump’s immunity case?

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Fuel leak forces US company to abandon moon landing attempt

The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space gave up its hopes on Moon landing after the lander faced a "critical" fuel leak on Tuesday. Informing that there was "no chance of a soft landing on the Moon", the company said, "given the propellant fuel leak, there is, unfortunately, no chance of a soft landing on the Moon". The robotic lander, Peregrine, built by a private company Astrobotic had been facing several technical problems since its launch Monday.

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US lunar lander suffers 'critical loss' of fuel

The first US lunar lander in more than 50 years rocketed to space Monday, suffered 'critical loss' of fuel. In its latest update, Astrobotic posted on X, " Unfortunately, it appears the faliure within the propulsion system is causing a critical loss of propellant. The team is working to try and stabilize the loss, but given the situation, we have prioritized maximising the science and data we can capture. We are currently assessing what alternative mission profiles may be feasible at this time."

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JD(U) objects to Congress leader's remarks against Mamata govt

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Klee Benally, Navajo Activist and Artist, Dies at 48

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Bangladesh's Sheikh Hasina wins re-election: EC

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has won re-election for a fifth term Sunday, officials said, following a boycott led by an opposition party she branded a "terrorist organisation".Hasina's ruling Awami League "has won more than 50 percent seats," an Election Commission spokesman told AFP, with counting ongoing.She has presided over breakneck economic growth in a country once beset by grinding poverty, but her government has been accused of rampant human rights abuses and a ruthless opposition crackdown.

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From 25,000 in '13, creches for poor kids down to just 3.9k

The number of creches under the National Creche Scheme dramatically decreased due to a combination of factors, including financial irregularities and changes in funding patterns. The scheme's fund utilisation worsened over time, leading to a slash in allocation from the centre. Several states, including Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, no longer have any creches. The scheme was renamed Palna Scheme under Mission Shakti, but it has struggled to get off the ground. The new scheme aims for 17,000 anganwadi cum creches by 2025-26, but there are concerns about meeting the demand and maintaining funding allocation.

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House Dysfunction By the Numbers: 724 Votes, Only 27 Laws Enacted

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Hezbollah’s Leader Says It Would Not Negotiate Peace With Israel Until War in Gaza Ends

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Lashkar terrorist who targeted Pandits & migrants killed in Shopian

A Lashkar-e-Toiba terrorist, Bilal Ahmed Bhat, involved in a series of killings of soldiers, migrant workers, and Pandits, was gunned down in an encounter in Kashmir's Shopian district. Bhat fired on the police, army, and CRPF personnel during a cordon-and-search operation. His body was seized along with a large cache that included an AK rifle and magazines. Bhat, a resident of Shopian, unleashed a spate of attacks last year, targeting various people. He lured local youths to take up terrorism and even killed a fellow terrorist.

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8 New Books We Recommend This Week

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The Best Movies and TV Shows Coming to Apple TV+, Disney+, Max and More in January

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Google's former highest-paid exec is now billionaire Silicon Valley CEO

Nikesh Arora, the highest-paid executive at Google, became a billionaire after joining Palo Alto Networks. His net worth is now $1.5 billion. As the CEO of Palo Alto Networks, a cybersecurity software company, Arora received $125 million in stocks. The company's share price surged, making Arora's stake worth $830 million. He sold $300 million worth of shares in 2023. Arora's 2023 compensation includes up to 750,000 stocks, worth over $220 million. The company justified the award based on his strong performance and vested ownership.

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Here’s what to know about Claudine Gay’s resignation.

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The court’s decision prompts polarized responses in a country at war.

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I Spent New Year’s Eve Trying to Do the FAFSA. It Didn’t Go Well.

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