1) India Deepens Strategic Outreach to Seychelles
India expanded engagement with Seychelles during President Patrick Herminie visit. India announced financial aid grains and medical support. Outreach counters influence of China and United States. Cooperation spans defence training climate support maritime security and infrastructure while respecting sovereignty.
2) BNP May Invite PM Modi to Swearing In
Bangladesh Nationalist Party plans to invite Narendra Modi to the swearing in of Tarique Rahman after electoral victory. The party thanked Modi for his message and stressed democratic commitment. Modi confirmed talks with Rahman signalling renewed engagement between India and Bangladesh.
3) Supreme Court Relief for Atharva Chaturvedi
Nineteen year old Atharva Chaturvedi convinced the Supreme Court bench led by Chief Justice Surya Kant to hear him longer. Using Article 142 the court ordered provisional MBBS admission for eligible EWS NEET candidates. Denied due to notification gaps in Madhya Pradesh he secured relief restoring his medical dream.
4) Salman Agha Hopes Abhishek Plays in T20 World Cup
India opener Abhishek Sharma remains doubtful for the T20 World Cup match against Pakistan after illness. He missed the Namibia game. Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha hopes he plays as they want to face the best. The Colombo clash is sold out and rain may affect play.
5) Salman Khan Releases Main Hoon from Battle of Galwan
Salman Khan released Main Hoon from Battle of Galwan for Valentines Day. Sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Ayaan Lall the song features Salman and Chitrangada Singh. Fans praised the melody and vocals. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia the film is based on the 2020 Galwan Valley clash.