Karnataka Wins 5th Vijay Hazare Trophy
Karnataka triumphed in the Vijay Hazare Trophy final, securing their fifth title with a 36-run victory over Vidarbha at Kotambi Stadium, Vadodara. Karnataka’s formidable total of 348/6 was powered by Smaran Ravichandran’s century and strong contributions from Krishnan Shrijith and Abhinav Manohar. Despite Dhruv Shorey’s century, Vidarbha fell short, being bowled out for 312 in 48.2 overs. Karnataka’s bowlers, Vasuki Koushik, Prasidh Krishna, and Abhilash Shetty, each claimed three wickets, sealing the win.
Uttarakhand Approves Uniform Civil Code
Uttarakhand is set to become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) after the state government approved the UCC rules manual. The Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, finalized amendments and approved the rules. The implementation date will be announced following local body elections. The UCC aims to create a unified legal framework for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and adoption across all religious communities, with exceptions for tribal communities.
‘The World After Gaza’ by Pankaj Mishra: Navigating Through Turmoil
Pankaj Mishra’s book, The World After Gaza, poignantly explores the war in the Palestinian Gaza Strip, describing it as a significant blow to global conscience. Mishra examines the use of historical memory, such as the Holocaust, to justify modern conflicts and critiques Western imperialism and neoliberalism. He highlights the global indifference to Palestinian suffering, providing a vital framework for understanding how historical traumas are remembered or suppressed for political purposes. The book is a crucial contribution to postcolonial thought and the discourse on power and resistance.
Renewed Push for Roman Script Adoption for Kokborok in Tripura
The Tribal Students’ Federation (TSF) in Tripura has rekindled its demand for the adoption of the Roman script for the Kokborok language. The TSF believes that this change is essential for improving literacy and preserving the cultural identity of Kokborok speakers. Despite previous efforts and assurances from government officials, the TSF continues to push for this reform, urging the Tripura Legislative Assembly to address the issue in its winter session.
CII Forecasts 7% GDP Growth for 2025-26
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) projects India’s GDP to grow by 7% in the fiscal year 2025-26, fueled by increased private investments and employment. According to a CII survey, 75% of respondents consider the current economic environment favorable for private investments. The projected growth is attributed to sound economic policies and a focus on public capital expenditure-led growth. Additionally, 97% of firms expect to boost employment in the coming years, contributing to overall economic stability and expansion.
Denis Law, Legendary Footballer, Dies at 84
Denis Law, the iconic Scottish footballer, passed away on January 17, 2025, at the age of 84. Known as “The King,” Law scored 237 goals in 404 appearances during his 11-year tenure at Manchester United. He remains the only Scot to have won the Ballon d’Or and was part of the famed United Trinity with George Best and Bobby Charlton. Tributes from the football community honor his remarkable legacy and contributions to the sport, celebrating a career that left an indelible mark on football history.