Congress Slams UP Minister’s Red Carpet Welcome Amid Jhansi Hospital Tragedy

The Congress party has criticized the Uttar Pradesh government after videos showed preparations to welcome Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak to a Jhansi hospital where a fire killed 10 newborns. The Congress accused the government of being insensitive, claiming hospital staff cleaned the compound and sprinkled lime on the road just to prepare for his visit. Meanwhile, the fire has sparked calls for accountability, with expired fire extinguishers and poor safety measures being uncovered.

By Vishal Kumar

Senator Lummis Proposes Selling Fed Gold to Fund Bitcoin Reserve for U.S.

Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis from Wyoming has introduced a bill that would sell part of the Federal Reserve’s gold to buy 1 million Bitcoin, aiming to reduce the national debt. The purchase would cost about $90 billion. Lummis argues that the plan wouldn’t impact the U.S. balance sheet since gold certificates could be swapped for Bitcoin. Despite support from Trump and some crypto-friendly lawmakers, critics are concerned about Bitcoin's volatility and whether the bill will pass in Congress.

By Avi G

Narayana Murthy Slams India’s 5-Day Workweek, Calls it ‘Disappointing’

Infosys co-founder Narayana Murthy expresses disappointment over India's shift to a five-day workweek, which happened in 1986. He believes hard work is key to the country's growth, pointing to Prime Minister Modi’s strong work ethic as an example. Murthy, who worked long hours throughout his career, argues that Indians need to work hard to help the nation move forward, even though some people criticize his views on work-life balance.

By Avi G

Jhansi Hospital Fire Tragedy: 10 Newborns Dead, Blame Game Erupts Between BJP and Opposition

A huge fire at a hospital in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, killed 10 newborns in the NICU, leading to a blame game between the ruling BJP and the opposition. The fire, caused by a short circuit, spread quickly in the oxygen-rich ward. Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath ordered an investigation and announced financial support for the victims' families. Prime Minister Modi and Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak shared their condolences and called for quick relief efforts.

By Vishal Kumar

US Senators Call for Investigation into Musk’s Links to Russian Officials

Two Democratic US senators are calling for an investigation into Elon Musk’s connections with Russian officials and his role in SpaceX contracts. They are worried about national security risks linked to Musk’s communication with Russia and the potential impact on government contracts. The senators have asked the Departments of Defense and Justice to look into whether Musk’s ties with Russia should affect his ability to continue working with the government.

By Avi G

Rs 8.8 Crore Cash Seized from Lottery King Santiago Martin in Nationwide ED Operation

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) seized Rs 8.8 crore in cash from Santiago Martin, a Chennai-based businessman known as the 'lottery king.' The operation targeted 20 locations across several states as part of a money laundering probe. Martin has been under investigation for alleged lottery fraud, donations via electoral bonds, and questionable business practices. The ED is looking into his financial dealings and assets linked to fraudulent lottery sales.

By Vishal Kumar

Omar Abdullah Talks Economic Revival for J&K with Nirmala Sitharaman

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Delhi to talk about the region's financial progress and ways to increase local revenue. They discussed attracting investment in tourism, agriculture, and other key sectors to reduce the area's reliance on central funds. This meeting is important as it comes before the National Conference's first budget presentation since the region was under central rule. Abdullah also met other national leaders to secure promises for development projects.

By Avi G

Market Bloodbath: Sensex, Nifty Lose 1% as Global Weakness Strikes

Equity indices Sensex and Nifty fell over 1% on Tuesday, driven by weak global trends, foreign fund outflows, and a sell-off in auto and banking stocks. The BSE Sensex lost 821 points, closing at 78,675, while the Nifty shed 258 points to settle at 23,883. Almost all sector indices ended in the red, with foreign institutional investors offloading equities worth over 2,306 crore rupees.

By Avi G

Justice Khanna to Take Oath as India’s 51st Chief Justice

Justice Sanjiv Khanna will take the oath as the 51st Chief Justice of India today, following the retirement of Justice DY Chandrachud. Khanna, appointed to the Supreme Court in January 2019, has worked on high-profile cases, including those involving Arvind Kejriwal. He will serve as Chief Justice until May 13, 2025.

By Vishal Kumar

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