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China reluctant to join Trump’s Board of Peace on Gaza, insists on UN-led approach
21
Jan
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China reluctant to join Trump’s Board of Peace on Gaza, insists on UN-led approach

Earlier this week, Chinese officials confirmed that the United States had invited China to join the Board of Peace. However, they did not say whether Beijing would accept the invitation. Beijing: China has shown hesitation about joining a proposed Gaza peace body put forward by US President Donald Trump, saying it would only consider participation in the initiative if it is backed by the United Nations. Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said China remains firmly committed to multilateralism and supports an international system led by the UN. He stressed that Beijing does not…
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Budget 2026: Big tax relief for married couples? Government’s big plan on joint tax system
21
Jan
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Budget 2026: Big tax relief for married couples? Government’s big plan on joint tax system

Once implemented, the joint tax system will be extremely useful for single-income families, retired couples, and families where the tax exemption for the non-earning spouse currently goes unused. New Delhi: In a significant step, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), the apex body of tax experts and chartered accountants, has proposed a system that could completely overhaul tax calculations for married couples. Currently, the income tax system in the country treats individuals as the basic unit, not families. Despite getting married, husbands and wives are required to file separate tax returns, even though household expenses, investments, and future…
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Will RCB play IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium? KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad reveals details
21
Jan
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Will RCB play IPL 2026 matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium? KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad reveals details

KSCA chief Venkatesh Prasad shared details if Chinnaswamy Stadium can host IPL 2026 matches. He said that the remainder of the work will be done in due course and the ground will be ready, before adding that the defending champions haven't communicated anything to the authorities. Bengaluru: Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) chief Venkatesh Prasad, on January 21, addressed the concerns regarding the M Chinnaswamy Stadiumโ€™s availability for IPL 2026. In a press conference in Bengaluru, the former cricketer revealed that the state authorities have permitted them to host matches in the forthcoming season, given some of the conditions are…
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Japanese court sentences man who shot former PM Shinzo Abe to life imprisonment
21
Jan
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Japanese court sentences man who shot former PM Shinzo Abe to life imprisonment

Shinzo Abe, one of Japan's most influential politicians, was serving as a regular lawmaker after leaving the prime minister's job when he was killed in 2022 while campaigning in the western city of Nara. It shocked a nation with strict gun control. Tokyo: A Japanese court on Wednesday sentenced a man who admitted assassinating former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to life imprisonment, according to NHK public television. The case has revealed decades of cozy ties between Japan's governing party and a controversial South Korean church. Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, earlier pleaded guilty to killing Abe in July 2022 during…
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New four-lane highway to transform connectivity in Eastern UP, check details here
21
Jan
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New four-lane highway to transform connectivity in Eastern UP, check details here

To be constructed on National Highway-727B from Sikandarpur to Ballia, this four-lane road will run an approximate distance of 34 kilometres and will be equipped with paved shoulders on both sides. Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, is improving its infrastructure at a rapid pace. Continuing with its spree of projects, the state will get a major infrastructural boost as the central government will facilitate the construction of a new four-lane highway, which will establish a direct and fast connection between three important districts of eastern Uttar Pradesh. In this regard, Union Minister for Road…
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England announce playing XI for first ODI vs Sri Lanka, recall opening batter after 776 days
21
Jan
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England announce playing XI for first ODI vs Sri Lanka, recall opening batter after 776 days

England have named their playing XI, a day before the first ODI of the three-match series against Sri Lanka, to be played on January 22. Harry Brook will lead the side in the 50-over format, even as his eyes will be on the upcoming T20 World Cup, starting from February 7. Colombo: England have named their playing XI for the first ODI of the three-match series against Sri Lanka starting on January 22. The match will be played at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo, the venue which is also slated to host the T20 World Cup 2026 matches next…
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Canada PM Mark Carney slams US policies under Trump, says rules-based order was a lie
21
Jan
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Canada PM Mark Carney slams US policies under Trump, says rules-based order was a lie

Mark Carney said that the recent crises in finance, health, energy and geopolitics have exposed the dangers of deep global interdependence. โ€œGreat powers have begun using economic integration as weapons," he said. Davos: In a strong rebuke of American actions and policies under President Donald Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said โ€œgreat powersโ€ have started using tariffs as weapons, and that the old order is not coming back. Carney said this while speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos and added that the rules-based order was partially false. Hereโ€™s what Canada PM Mark Carney said โ€œLet me be…
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Budget 2026: Financial sector seeks capital easing, credit push and policy stability
21
Jan
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Budget 2026: Financial sector seeks capital easing, credit push and policy stability

Industry experts said the next phase of growth will depend not just on expanding access to financial services, but on improving the quality of credit, the sustainability of financial institutions and last-mile delivery. New Delhi: As the Union Budget 2026 draws closer, stakeholders across the financial sector have urged the government to roll out policy measures aimed at strengthening the financial system by easing capital constraints, encouraging responsible credit growth and expanding financial inclusion. Industry experts said the next phase of growth will hinge not only on wider access to financial services but also on improving credit quality, ensuring the…
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Daryl Mitchell trumps Virat Kohli to become top batter in ICC ODI rankings after blockbuster India series
21
Jan
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Daryl Mitchell trumps Virat Kohli to become top batter in ICC ODI rankings after blockbuster India series

Daryl Mitchell has become the top batter in the latest ICC ODI rankings, trumping Virat Kohli, after smashing 352 runs, including centuries in the last two matches of the series. Kohli has slipped to second place despite scoring a majestic ton in the final ODI in the losing cause. New Delhi: New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell is the new number one batter in the latest ICC ODI rankings. He smashed centuries in the second and third ODIs against India and was expected to overtake Virat Kohli in the rankings despite the latter smashing a majestic, hard-fought ton in the final…
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s PM, joins Trump’s ambitious ‘Board of Peace’ despite initial Turkey concerns
21
Jan
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Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel’s PM, joins Trump’s ambitious ‘Board of Peace’ despite initial Turkey concerns

Netanyahu's team initially objected to Turkey's role as a regional foe but greenlit the invitation from Trump. Joining Israel are confirmed participants UAE, Morocco, Vietnam, Kazakhstan, Hungary, Argentina, and Belarus. Jerusalem: Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to participate in US President Donald Trump's newly formed Board of Peace, reversing earlier reservations from his office about Turkey's inclusion on the executive committee. The announcement, confirmed on Wednesday (January 21), positions Israel among the first nations backing Trump's expanded vision for global conflict mediation, with further details slated for Davos. From Gaza ceasefire to global ambition Originally conceived as a…
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