The Morning Standard - February 07, 2025

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February 07, 2025

Chole bhature, family time a bit of politics

THE gruelling campaigns are behind them, voting over. For candidates, it was time to take it easy. Some cherished family time, or indulged in their favourite food, amid anticipation for the D-day, February 8.

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NOW, GLITCHES DELAY UNDOCKING OF SPADEX

TECHNICAL issues have erupted on the Indian Space Research Organisation's first Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission, with the two spacecraft, SDX-01 and SDX-02, unable to undock.

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US govt's SOP, says Centre amid outrage over cuffing

Jaishankar says engaging US to ensure deportees aren’t mistreated

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Protests on draft rules grow, UGC extends its deadline for feedback

AMIDST political slugfest over the revised UGC draft regulations on the appointment of faculty and academic staff in universities and colleges, the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Thursday extended the deadline for public feedback on them to February 28.

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Congress has history of handcuffing opponents, curbing free speech: PM

PRIME Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a broadside against the Congress during his reply to the Motion of Thanks to the President's address in the Rajya Sabha.

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Why did TN guv sit on bills for 3 years, asks SC

THE Supreme Court on Thursday questioned the delay by Governor R N Ravi in giving assent to the bills passed by the Tamil Nadu Assembly and framed eight questions for adjudication, including the concept of ‘pocket veto’.

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Tight security at 70 strong rooms for EVM storage

THE EVMs and VVPAT machines used in the Delhi assembly elections have been kept in 70 strong rooms with a three-tier security system in place, an official said on Thursday.

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BJP says will win 50 seats, thanks to 1.5 lakh cadres across 13K booths

CONFIDENT about returning to power in the Delhi Assembly with at least 50 seats, BJP leaders are crediting their 1.5 lakh workers, who worked throughout the election campaign to motivate the voters.

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BJP, AAP spar over 'poaching offer'

Sachdeva warns of legal action if Singh doesn't apologise for his 'horse-trading' remarks

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No CM candidate in Congress: LoP Satheesan

Hours after a public discussion started over prospects of senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala becoming the future CM candidate of the UDF, Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan has come out with an open statement that in Congress there are no CM candidates.

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Diarrhea breaks out in T'gana, 50 hospitalised

CHENNUR town in Mancherial district is experiencing a diarrhea outbreak with over 50 hospitalised over the last three days.

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T'gana Cong plans meets on caste survey, Revanth irons out party differences

THE ruling Congress has decided to organise two massive public meetings in the state to highlight the successful completion of the caste survey, passing a resolution in the state Assembly, as well as the decision of the state government to implement the SC sub-categorization report.

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Majhi pitches for hike in states' share in taxes

Odisha CM makes demand during a meeting with finance panel

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MoD signs ₹10K cr ammunition deal for Pinaka system

THE Ministry of Defence on Thursday inked contracts worth ₹10,147 crore with Economic Explosive Limited, as well as Munitions India Limited for procuring Area Denial Munition (ADM) Type-1 and High Explosive Pre Fragmented (HEPF) Mk-1 (Enhanced) rockets, respectively, for the Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS).

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Govt mulls bill on orderly migration for overseas jobs

THE government is actively considering introducing a law to create an enabling framework to promote safe, orderly, and regular migration for overseas employment.

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House adjourned as Cong leads Oppn charge against govt

The Lok Sabha witnessed adjournments and ruckus on Thursday as the Opposition demanded a discussion over the deportation of Indians illegally living in the US.

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India on list of ‘uncooperative’ countries in US

LAST December, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the Department of Homeland Security added India to its list of ‘uncooperative’ countries, intensifying the Trump administration’s focus on nations like Cuba, Iran, Pakistan, Russia, and Venezuela.

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JD(U) seeks probe into charitable foundation funds to PK's Jan Suraaj

BIHAR chief minister Nitish Kumar's JD(U) on Thursday accused Jan Suraaj Party (JSP) founder Prashant Kishor of financing his party through funds from a charitable company in contravention of the law and demanded a probe.

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After 23-km chase, Army kills driver for jumping checkpost in Baramulla

AFTER 23-km chase, a truck driver was shot dead by army for allegedly jumping their check post in north Kashmir's Baramulla district.

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17 Children Burnt to Death in Nigerian School, 17 Hurt

At least 17 children were killed in a fire that broke out in an Islamic school in northwestern Nigeria, the country's emergency response agency said, as authorities launched an investigation into the cause on Thursday.

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Fresh violence in Bangladesh targets Bangabandhu's home

PROTESTERS in Bangladesh targeted the houses of several leaders of deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina's Awami League and continued on Thursday with the demolition of a memorial in Dhaka to the country's founding leader Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

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Beijing protests naval drills near Philippines

A flurry of naval drills surrounding the Philippines involving the United States and its partners has prompted complaints from Beijing, which claims the entire South China Sea and accuses Manila of colluding with others to destabilize the region.

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Italy using spyware for snooping: WhatsApp

ISRAELI spyware maker Paragon has terminated its dealings with Italy, including disconnecting its access to a military-grade surveillance technology Graphite, following reports of misuse of the intrusive technology to target detractors of the government in a possible case of human rights abuse, a media report said on Thursday.

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Zomato Changes Name to Eternal After Board's Nod

FOOD tech company Zomato has officially rebranded as Eternal, following approval from its board.

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Airtel net profit up 505% to ₹14,781 cr; ARPU rises to ₹245

BHARTI AIRTEL, country's second-largest telecom service provider, reported a 505% surge in net profit, reaching ₹14,781 crore for the quarter ending December 31, 2024.

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India, South Asia to receive 2,835 planes in 20 years: Boeing

INDIAN and South Asian airlines are expected to add 2,835 new commercial aircraft to their fleets over the next 20 years to meet the rising demand for air travel, US aircraft manufacturer Boeing said on Thursday.

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EPFO settles 5 cr claims worth over ₹2L cr in FY25

THE Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has processed over 5.08 claims, for the first time, amounting to ₹2,05,932.49 crore in FY25.

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Cognizant Q4 net profit declines 2% to $546 million

COGNIZANT on Thursday reported a 2.1% year-on-year decline in its net profit for quarter ended December 2024 to $546 million compared to $558 million in the year-ago period.

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Telcos Raised Tariff Due To Investment Made For 5G Service Rollout: Scindia

COMMUNICATION minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday said a 10% increase in mobile phone tariff by telecom service providers (TSPs) was because of the investment made in the rollout of 5G in the country.

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De Zorzi shines as Sunrisers Eastern Cape reach SA20 final

AROUND eight years ago, just after a then young Tony de Zorzi was given the honour of leading an age-group Protea outfit to the World Cup, the southpaw's stocks collapsed like a house of cards.

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A MEMORABLE DEBUT FOR SPEEDSTER HARSHIT RANA

HARSHIT Rana was walking back to his bowling mark, staring into oblivion. On the first ball of his third over in one-day internationals—it was his debut in the format for India at the VCA Stadium, Nagpur—the pacer had been hit for a six by England opener Phil Salt: A top edge that flew over the ropes behind the keeper.

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Rohit in no-man's land yet again

India captain fails to reach double figures once again; hosts, however, win 1st ODI by 4 wkts

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Ramkumar-Saketh duo storms into semifinals

ONCE again the Indian players gave a brilliant display in the doubles segment as the duo of Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth, the second seeds, and defending champions Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh Myneni, the third seeds, moved into the semifinals of the Chennai Open ATP Challenger on Thursday.

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Newcastle Beat Arsenal to Enter League Cup Final

NEWCASTLE are back in the English League Cup final for another chance to end their 70-year wait for a Major domestic trophy. The Saudi-controlled northeast club beat Arsenal 2-0 in the second leg of the semifinals on Wednesday to advance 4-0 on aggregate. Jacob Murphy and Anthony Gordon scored the goals at a boisterous St. James' Park.

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'TOO EARLY TO WORRY ABOUT THE BOX OFFICE

Junaid Khan on his pairing with Khushi Kapoor in Loveyapa, and what it means to be the son of Aamir Khan. And more.

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Nostalgia on canvas

From James Bond’s charm, Amitabh Bachchan’s stardom to Madhubala’s grace, the ongoing exhibition Bond To Bachchan’ pays homage to the icons with pop-art

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