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The Congress is not against the government’s decision to name important projects Andhra Pradesh after prominent persons, says Kolanukonda Shivaji

The previous YSRCP government had deceived the people by inaugurating the Ambedkar Smriti Vanam before its completion, says Dola Sri Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy

US President Donald Trump announced plans to rename the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America, though other countries, including Mexico, are not obligated to adopt this change. The International Hydrographic Organization standardizes maritime names, highlighting historical naming disputes, such as the Rio Grande versus Rio Bravo, and the Persian Gulf versus Arabian Gulf.

The Minister directed senior police officials to monitor hospitals closely for signs of illegal activities

Why did the implementation of smart cities bypass local government and depend on Special Purpose Vehicles? What has happened to the mission in Shimla?

Legendary South African cricketer AB de Villiers hinted at a potential comeback, inspired by his kids. He retired in 2021 but is considering playing casual cricket for fun, not wanting the pressure of professional leagues. Known for innovative play, de Villiers was a key player for RCB in IPL and still admired figures like Imran Tahir.

The National Anti-Doping Agency (Nada) has expanded its anti-doping programme to include more elite cricketers in 2025. Notable names like Suryakumar Yadav, Jasprit Bumrah, and Shubman Gill are added to the 'Registered Testing Pool' (RTP). Nada's dope control officers will collect urine samples during upcoming matches, ensuring cricketers' compliance with anti-doping regulations.

US President Donald Trump has threatened tariffs on the EU and China to address trade imbalances and combat fentanyl trafficking. Possible tariffs include a 10% duty on Chinese imports starting February 1, and 25% on Canada and Mexico for immigration and drug issues. The EU is ready to negotiate while protecting its interests.

The BCCI has sparked a new controversy over the Champions Trophy by requesting their players not wear jerseys with Pakistan's name and skipping captain Rohit Sharma's travel to Pakistan. The PCB is upset, and this has led to further friction between BCCI and PCB, with matches being hosted in the UAE and Pakistan.

Okinawans in Japan, part of a Blue Zone, live long due to their Moai tradition—small social groups offering financial and emotional support. This practice, along with healthy diets, exercise, and a sense of purpose, promotes longevity by reducing stress and encouraging positive habits. The Moai concept emphasizes the significance of strong social connections for a happy, healthy life.

US President Donald Trump expressed support for the H-1B visa program during a White House news conference, emphasizing the importance of bringing competent individuals into the country. He highlighted the demand for skilled professionals in various sectors, including technology.

The FireAid 2025 concert unites 28 top artists including Billie Eilish, Stevie Wonder, Katy Perry, and more, to raise funds for the Los Angeles wildfires that have destroyed over 14,000 structures and displaced thousands. For those unable to attend in person, FireAid will be streamed live on platforms like Apple Music, YouTube, and Netflix, ensuring global accessibility.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar attended the Quad foreign ministers' meeting in Washington DC, where discussions focused on ensuring a free, open, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. The ministers emphasized rule of law, democratic values, and regional security, and planned for regular meetings leading up to the summit in India.

The Delhi government mandates a ban on liquor sales and services from February 3 to 5 and on February 8 due to Assembly election activities. All liquor shops, hotels, restaurants, clubs, and other establishments will refrain from selling or serving alcohol during these periods as specified under the Excise Rules-2010.

Chalapati was a significant figure in the Maoist movement and served as the Odisha secretary for the group

The SC bench said it could partly modify the 2021 judgement to ensure ad-hoc judges were appointed to decide criminal appeals by division benches presided over by sitting high court judge

Many of them report working for anything between ₹10,000 to ₹20,000 per month with 12 – 16 hours of work

The action carried out under Section 156(5) of the BBMP Act, 2020, comes after a range of measures to collect the dues failed.