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Russia-Ukraine War | 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers killed since Russia’s Invasion: Ukraine’s Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on February 25, that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers were killed in action in the two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. The Ukrainian leader refused to disclose the number of troops that were wounded. It is the first time that Kyiv has confirmed the number of its losses since Moscow started the full-scale invasion on February 24, 2022. However, Zelenskyy’s tally differs sharply from what the New York Times reported in August 2023, when it cited US officials as saying that close to 70,000 Ukrainian soldiers had been killed. The same report said, that as many as 120,000 Russian troops had died during the war. To know more watch this video

Balakot airstrike on Pakistan | Pulwama Attack: How Indian Air Force carried out operation Bandar

The afternoon of February 14, 2019, shocked the nation. Forty CRPF paramilitary troopers were killed in one of the deadliest terror attacks witnessed in three decades of Kashmir's insurgency. As the country was reeling with the loss of its bravehearts, India decided to retaliate! Around 12 days after the terror attack, in the wee hours of February 26, IAF aircrafts sneaked onto Pakistani soil and wreaked havoc on the terror camps. Watch the story of Operation Bandar & how the Indian Air Force carried out the airstrike on Pakistan’s balakot

Bundesliga investment deal is off | Fan protests force board to re-think decision

After several weeks of protest at the Bundesliga matches German Football League (DFL) has stopped negotiations on a 1 billion euro investment deal with a private equity partner. Fans had been increasingly disrupting games as a mark of protest as they objected to the deal. Supporters’ group Unsere Kurve hailed the move as a ‘major success for all active football fans’. Watch for more details.

Odysseus lands on Moon | US makes historic return to Moon after over 50 years

Cheers erupted in Houston's mission control as the first American moon landing in over half a century unfolded on Thursday. Intuitive Machines' uncrewed lander, Odysseus, successfully touched the lunar surface, marking a pivotal moment in space exploration. Despite last-minute challenges with its autonomous navigation system, the spacecraft's triumphant touchdown signals a significant leap forward. NASA Administrator Bill Nelson hailed the achievement as 'a triumph,' emphasizing its importance for humanity's space endeavors. Odysseus, launched by SpaceX, carries vital scientific instruments and technology for future lunar missions, paving the way for human exploration beyond Earth. Watch as space history unfolds with Odysseus' groundbreaking mission to the moon

Indian Premier League 2024: Gujarat Titans' bowler Mohammed Sha­mi ruled out of IPL; Why?

Mohammed Sha­mi’s absence on the cricket ground will continue. IPL Franchise Gujarat Titan's fast bowler is now set to miss the upcoming edition of the IPL. Shami injured his left ankle and last played the ODI World Cup final against Australia in Ahmedabad. How will it cost Gujarat Titans? Watch to find out!

Indian women's team bags 1st gold medal at Badminton Asia Team Championships by defeating Thailand

Indian women beat Thailand 3-2 in finals of the Badminton Asia Team Championships, to clinch their maiden historic gold medal. Indian women’s team, led by P.V. Sindhu, defied all expectations as it rose to the occasion to beat the two-time bronze medallists Thailand. PM Narendra Modi lauded the teams victory saying that their success will motivate several upcoming athletes. Watch for more!

Putin Climbs Into Cockpit Of TU-160M Strategic Bomber

Russian President Vladimir Putin climbed into the cockpit of a TU-160M strategic bomber as he toured the Gorbunov Kazan Aviation Plant. The planes which are capable of carrying a nuclear bomb are part of the Russian arsenal.

Farmers Protest: Can MSP be made a legal right? | How much will it cost the Centre?

Farmers from Punjab and Haryana have decided to take a temporary halt in their ‘Chalo Delhi’ march which was scheduled for Feb 21. Even after various rounds of talks farmers and the govt haven’t reached a consensus. But what exactly are the farmers' demands and why is the govt reluctant in fulfilling them? In this edition of MC Explains with Latha Venkatesh, we understand the different formulas that are used to calculate MSP and some of the other demands for which farmers have been protesting since Feb 13. Watch for more.

LIVE: Raisina Dialogue 2024 | Can the west & south collaborate? | EAM Jaishankar’s panel discussion

The South has been castigated for a supposed failure to uphold universal values amid a European war. On the other hand, the South sees hypocrisy and neglect from the West during the pandemic, and in Afghanistan and the Middle East. In a real-time and unmediated world, both sides have enough ammunition to reduce the other to an unprincipled and untrustworthy partner. Watch Dr Jaishankar in discussion with Hanke Bruins Slot, January Yusuf Makamba, Jorge Quiroga, Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash moderated by Palki Upadhyay!

Ashwin Ramaswami: First Gen Z Indian-American running for US senator | Who is he?

Ashwin Ramaswami, a 24-year-old software engineer, is all set to be the first Gen Z Indian-American to enter into United States politics with his run for the Georgia state senate. Graduating from Stanford University in 2021, he has a background in software engineering, election security, technology law, and policy research. To know more about him, watch this video

$400 Million Monkey-breeding facility sparks protests in Southwest Georgia

Local residents and animal rights activists voice opposition to Safer Human Medicine's plan to construct a facility housing up to 30,000 long-tailed macaques for medical research in Southwest Georgia, prompting calls to the Bainbridge City Council to intervene. The company's executives' previous involvement in a scandal regarding the smuggling of wild monkeys raises further concerns. Watch the video to know more.

Live: PM Modi And Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis Inaugurate Raisina Dialogue 2024

Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and H.E. Mr. Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of Greece, inaugurate the Raisina Dialogue 2024, India’s premier conference on global geopolitics and geoeconomics. Leaders from politics, business, media, and civil society convene annually in New Delhi to address pressing global issues and explore avenues for collaboration across various sectors. The Dialogue features multi-stakeholder discussions involving heads of state, cabinet ministers, government officials, and thought leaders from diverse fields including the private sector, media, and academia.

Title: Alexei Navalny adds to Putin critics that met unexplained deaths | A list of ‘mysterious deaths’

The sudden death of another Vladamir Putin critic Alexei Navalny at a federal penitentiary center in Russia has brought the spotlight back on the ‘mysterious death’ that some of his critics have seen in the 23 years that Putin has been in power. Here’s a list of the unfateful unexpected deaths that have come to light of other Russian critics. Take a look.

Eiffel Tower Closes As The Working Staff Go On Strike Ahead of Paris Summer Olympics

As Paris prepares to host the summer Olympic games the beloved Eiffel Tower was closed to the public on Feb 19th. The Eiffel Tower, one of the most-visited monuments in the world, welcomes almost 6 million visitors every year. Visitors stood outside the barriers of the tower grounds in front of a giant screen announcing the reason. But why did it shut down? Watch to find out

"Cricket comes to those who work hard": Sarfaraz Khan's proud father Noushad Khan on his success

Sarfaraz Khan's father Noushad, nurtured a cricket dream for his son since age 6. In an emotional interview, he shares their journey - the hardships, the unwavering belief, and the ultimate joy of seeing Sarfaraz play for India. He even cherishes a Puma jacket, a symbol of his son's incredible path. Watch the full story for more details.

Is the future of Animation and Filmmaking in trouble? | Exploring Sora AI's capabilities

OpenAI recently unveiled its new text-to-video model Sora. This model can generate videos based on descriptive prompts and even extend existing videos. But what are its capabilities? Will it cause more harm than good? Watch this video to find out.

'I’m smart enough to have multiple options' - Jaishankar defends India's stand on purchase of Russian oil

Indian Foreign Minister, S Jaishankar, faced pointed questions about Indian policy, particularly regarding Russian oil imports, during a high-profile session at the 60th Munich Security Conference. He traced BRICS' origins to a time of strong Western sway, implying the group emerged as a counterpoint and also spoke about the Israel-Hamas conflict. The conference was also attended by US and German dignitaries. Watch to know more.

BAFTA 2024: Deepika Padukone Presents Best Film in Non-English Language Award | Oppenheimer Wins Big

After her big appearance at the Oscars 2023, Deepika also presented the awards at the 77th British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Deepika presented an award in the 'Film Not In The English Language' category. She handed out the golden mask to Jonathan Glazer's ‘The Zone of Interest’. Apart from her, other Hollywood celebrities including David Beckham, Cate Blanchett, Dua Lipa, Idris Elba, Hugh Grant, and Gillian Anderson also presented the BAFTA Awards and Christopher Nolan-directed Oppenheimer won 7 BAFTAs. Watch for more.

LIVE: PM Modi Inaugurates UAE's First Hindu Temple | BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir In Abu Dhabi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates the newly constructed BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir in Abu Dhabi, which is also first Hindu temple of the UAE. The consecration ceremony was done by the priests ahead of the inauguration ceremony. The temple will be opened to the public on March 1. Constructed on a 27-acre plot, the BAPS Mandir is a stunning architectural marvel that holds a prayer hall having a capacity of 3,000 people, a community centre, an exhibition hall and several other attributes.

Right To Disconnect: In Australia, employees will have right to ignore after-hour calls from bosses

Soon, employees in Australia will have the right to ignore unreasonable calls and messages from their bosses after hours without facing penalties. This "right to disconnect" is part of a broader reform proposed by the federal government to protect workers' rights and restore work-life balance. Similar laws exist in France, Spain, and other EU countries. With support from a majority of senators, Employment Minister Tony Burke highlighted the aim to prevent unpaid overtime by allowing employees to disconnect after hours. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised that employees shouldn't be penalized for not being available 24/7. Watch the video to know the details.

Pakistan election eve tragedy: Twin bombings claims more than 25 lives

On Feb 7th, at least 25 individuals lost their lives and 42 were wounded in two destructive bomb explosions targeting election facilities in Pakistan's turbulent Balochistan province, just a day ahead of the general elections in the politically unstable nation. The initial incident involved a powerful explosion outside the office of independent candidate Asfandyar Khan Kakar in Pishin district, resulting in the deaths of 17 individuals and injuring 30 others. Less than an hour later, another bomb explosion occurred outside the election office of a Jamiat-Ulema Islam-Pakistan candidate in the Killa Abdullah area, claiming the lives of eight individuals and injuring 12 more.

California Atmospheric River: Three killed amid record rainfall | What is atmospheric river?

California Atmospheric River: Three people have lost their lives due to atmospheric rain. This drone visual shows the devastation spread across California. The 'Pineapple Express' storm has drenched the city with torrential rains causing flash floods and landslides. The deadly Pacific storm passed the West Coast in less than a week and stalled over Southern California, unleashing downpours that triggered street flooding and mudslides. But what is an atmospheric river? It is a phenomenon in which water evaporates into the air and is carried along by the wind. Atmospheric river occurs all over the world. But it is more common in mid-latitude regions such as west coast of North America like California, western Europe, and New Zealand among others. For more details, watch this video.

‘Please help…’, Indian student attacked, robbed in US | Captured on CCTV in Chicago

Another Indian student in the US was chased and brutally attacked while he was returning home late at night on Sunday. CCTV footage also showed three masked men following Syed Mazahir Ali near his house in the West Ridge neighborhood in Chicago. Ali, who resides in Hyderabad, also released a short video describing the incident. Watch to know more.

Live: Making sense of market movements with Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital

After a stellar rally that 2023 saw the question now on investors mind is, if more correction is in the store. When will Nifty hit 25,000? After witnessing a volatile January, how will Indian equity market behave ahead of the Lok Sabha elections? Which themes, sectors and stocks should you be watching out for? To answer all these questions and to make sense of the market movements; catch Moneycontrol's N Mahalakshmi in conversation with Hiren Ved of Alchemy Capital.

Pakistan Elections 2024: Pak To Elect New PM | Will Nawaz Sharif Become The Next PM?

Pakistan is all set to go to nationwide polls on the 8th of February, to elect a new prime minister. The country, which is reeling under economic distress, inflation, political instability, and more recently, terrorism, will have a monumental task ahead. While Imran Khan has been sentenced to decades in prison and his party stripped of its election symbol, Nawaz Sharif looks to come back to power after spending years in exile. Who will be contesting the elections? What does an election in Pakistan entail? More importantly, will the crisis-ridden country be able to come out of its misery? Here’s all you need to know about the Pakistan elections 2024!

Red Sea attacks: US & UK launch airstrike on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen | World News

The United States and Britain unleashed attacks against 36 Houthi targets in Yemen on February 4, 2024. The US intends to launch further strikes at Iran-backed groups in the Middle East, the White House national security adviser said on Sunday, after hitting Tehran-aligned factions in Iraq, Syria and Yemen over the last two days. The strikes are the latest blows in a conflict that has spread into the Middle East since October 7, when the Iran-backed Palestinian militant group Hamas stormed Israel from the Gaza Strip. Since the US and the UK's aerial strikes, the Houthis haven’t announced any casualties, but they conducted a military parade as a protest against the attacks and marched in solidarity with Gaza. Watch this video to know more.

King Charles diagnosed with cancer, Buckingham palace announces | World leaders wish for recovery

Britain’s King Charles III has been diagnosed with a form of cancer, Buckingham Palace announced on Monday. ”It is not prostate cancer, but was discovered during his recent treatment for an enlarged prostate,” the Palace said in a statement. Watch to know more.

Indian embassy employee in Moscow arrested in Meerut: Alleged spy for Pakistan’s ISI

Satyendra Siwal, an Indian Embassy employee in Moscow, was arrested by the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) for allegedly spying on behalf of Pakistan’s ISI. Confidential sources exposed ISI handlers luring MEA employees to gather critical information about the Indian Army.

Mark Zuckerberg's apology at U.S. Senate explained: Here's what happened l U.S. Senate hearing

During a U.S. Senate hearing focused on combating online child sexual exploitation, the CEOs of Meta, X, TikTok, Snap, and Discord were subjected to rigorous questioning. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, took the stand and addressed the audience during the Senate Judiciary Committee session in Washington. Inside the hearing chamber, numerous parents stood, anticipating the arrival of the CEOs, clutching images of their children. Last year, the committee endorsed multiple bills, among them one aimed at revoking tech firms' immunity from civil and criminal liabilities under laws concerning child sexual abuse material, initially proposed in 2020. However, none of these bills have yet been enacted into law.

How To Maintain Your Digital Legacy After Death | Digital Afterlife Decoded

We spend so many of our waking hours browsing the internet, scrolling through social media, sending emails, and uploading files to the digital cloud. So much of our identities and behaviour patterns are stored in the digital space. So, digital legacy is your personal identity that lives on the computer, as well as on the internet after your death. This includes your email, social media accounts, your e-commerce accounts, cloud storage accounts, streaming services or website domains or blogs. So, how to maintain digital legacy after your death? Watch to find out.

China’s real estate crisis: How property giant EverGrande’s $300-billion empire collapsed

Watch how China’s real estate giant EverGrande’s $300 billion collapsed, triggered by soaring prices, COVID woes, and government restrictions. Uncover the ripple effects on jobs and the economy. Archana Solanki from CNBC-TV18 explains why the country's property market is collapsing.

LIVE: IMF On Latest Forecast For The Global Economy | World Economic Outlook 2024

IMF Chief Economist Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas and Daniel Leigh present the latest forecast for the global economy. Watch!

Germany to launch 4-day work week amid inflation crisis

Germany is all set to launch a four-day work week from February 1. Over 45 firms in the country will try a four-day work week system for six months. This comes amid the looming inflation and the protests on January 28. The country’s construction union asked for a pay rise of more than 20% for 930,000 workers. It is also facing problems with immigration and a low birth rate, hence, German companies are facing employee shortages. With the four-day work week trial, the country not only expects work-life balance but also hopes to address inflation. However, the move has received criticism from the German Finance Minister who thinks the move will impact economic development and prosperity. Watch this video to know more

Union Budget 2024: Expectations from Agriculture sector | Commodities Corner

The Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will make the interim budget announcement on February 1. What are the expectations of the pulses sector from the budget? Some are, increased allocation of ₹1000 crore funds for subsidies for cold storage infrastructure development. To know more about the budget expectations from the pulses sector watch this edition of Commodites Corner with Manisha Gupta and Deepak Pareek, Founder, HNYB tech incubation.

Budget 2024: Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman Make Big Announcements on AI This Interim Budget?

Budget 2024: Will Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman make big announcements on AI in this interim budget? From WEF to Q3 earnings calls, AI took centre stage throughout 2023. The centre will announce its Budget on February 01, and it is expected that there will be big announcements on AI. In 2023, the union govt announced ₹990 crores towards Higher Educational Institutions. India has also made advancements in agriculture, education and healthcare. GPAI an international initiative was established to guide the responsible development and use of artificial intelligence in a manner that respects human rights. So, this budget what can you expect on AI? In this video, we will tell you all about the AI-related expectations from the 2024 budget.

Republic Day LIVE | PM Modi, France President Macron at Kartavya Path | 75th Republic Day parade

Republic Day 2024 Live: PM Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron with other dignitaries and politicians attend the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi.

Israel Defence Forces Lose 24 Soldiers In One Day: What Led to the Biggest Military Setback?

24 soldiers of the Israeli army were killed in the biggest single-day losses since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. That includes 21 reservists who died in an explosion. At least 217 soldiers have been killed since the ground offensive began in October 2023, according to Israel's military. But what led to this? Watch for more.

US Elections: Donald Trump wins New Hampshire GOP primary | Nikki Haley pledges to continue

Former President Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary, dealing a blow to his only remaining major rival Nikki Haley and solidifying his status as the Republican party’s likely nominee. Meanwhile, Haley has said that she will continue her campaign. Watch to know more!

What is the Doomsday Clock? | How long does humanity have left?

How long does humanity have left? The "Doomsday Clock" says we are 90 seconds away from midnight after atomic scientists kept the predicted point of the world’s annihilation as they did last year - as close to midnight as ever before. Watch!

Canada Visa Update: How will Canada's two-year cap on foreign students affect Indians? | Explained

The Canadian government on Monday announced the plans to limit foreign students intake for two years due to housing shortages. Discover how these new plans will be implemented and what's on the line. Don't miss out—watch the video now!

Icon of the Seas to sail from January 27 | Everything you need to know about world's largest ship

The world’s largest cruise ship, ‘Icon of the Seas’, is set to sail starting January 27. The cruise with a variety of amenities and the world’s largest waterpark at sea is a first of its kind. But there are also some concerns raised about the emissions produced by the cruise. Watch for more details

Israel-Hamas War: Netanyahu rejects Hamas deal to end war | ‘We’ll continue the war’

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected Hamas proposal to end the war. The war began over 100 days ago; since then, more than 25,000 Palestinians and 24 Israeli soldiers have been killed. In his statement, Netanyahu said, there is no substitute for victory. Only total victory will ensure the elimination of Hamas and the return of all our hostages. A day after his statement, Israel proposed a two-month pause of war in exchange for all hostages. The proposal was submitted through Qatari and Egyptian mediators, but neither Israel nor its mediators have commented on it yet. Watch this video for more.

Iran-Pak Conflict: Iran & Pakistan agree to de-escalate tensions after missile attacks

Pakistani Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani talked with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian on Friday and agreed to de-escalate the situation that emerged after strikes by both sides in each other's territories. Watch to know more!

AI will bring a significant technology shift, says Francisco D’Souza of Recognize at WEF | Davos 2024

AI has a fundamental impact on the business model of I.T. companies, says Francisco D’Souza, Co-founder & Managing partner, Recognize. At WEF, he speaks to Chandra Srikanth of Moneycontrol on the growth of AI, future of I.T. companies and much more. Watch the interview to know more.

Live: Davos 2024 | Top highlights from Day 5 of World Economic Forum

Davos 2024 | Top Highlights From Day 5 of WEF. Moneycontrol brings you the top global voices. Catch Francisco D’Souza of Recognize, Preetha Reddy of Apollo hospitals and many more. From GenAI to expectations from the Interim Budget. Tune into the fifth edition of the Davos 2024 bulletin with Chandra R Srikanth live on Moneycontrol.

Wipro CEO & the Management Team Have Our Full Support - Rishad Premji | Davos 2024

Wipro CEO Thierry Delaporte and the management team have our full support, says Rishad Premji of Wipro. At the 54th edition of WEF, Moneycontrol’s Chandra Srikanth asks Wipro’s executive chairman about the company’s investments in GenAI. He says that through ai360 Wipro is investing $1 billion into GenAI. He adds that Wipro wants to enhance & infuse not just customer experience but also employee experience. In the interview, he also speaks about QoQ attrition, and the company’s FY25 prospects. Watch the video to know more.

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw On Semiconductors, Deepfakes and Lok Sabha Elections | Davos 2024

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw speaks to Moneycontrol’s Chandra Srikanth on semiconductors, deepfakes, and Lok Sabha elections. In the interview, he shared how global investors are very optimistic about India’s growth prospects consistently increasing. He said that WEF global investors highly appreciate India’s current policies on semiconductors. Adding on the chip industry he said that it is no longer a question of design or manufacturing it is design and manufacturing together. He also added that the semiconductor journey is a long haul and that the government will move step-by-step to develop an ecosystem. Watch this interview to know more.

AI is one of the highest diffusing technology - Ahmed Mazhari on Microsoft, OpenAI and India

AI is one of the highest diffusing technology in several decades, says Ahmed Mazhari as he spoke to Moneycontrol’s Chandra Srikanth at WEF. He adds that across healthcare, social, and agriculture AI has the potential to increase productivity. He added that Microsoft and OpenAI’s partnership is deep but Microsoft’s individually holds a powerful picture of AI. Indian technology industry has a strong foundation and Microsoft Asia’s plan of hiring, he said. For more watch this video.

Cognizant Wants To Be Magnet For Good Talent - Ravi Kumar On IT Poaching Wars | Davos 2024

AI brings a unique opportunity for the world to pivot, says Ravi Kumar of Cognizant. At the 54th edition of the World Economic Forum, he spoke to Moneycontrol’s Chandra Srikanth about AI. Kumar said that when a technology disruption such as AI comes into picture, trust is very important. He also spoke about Cognizant’s values and its India picture. He added that Cognizant will continue to work in a hybrid model of work, and that they want to take work to people and not bring people to work. To know more on what Ravi Kumar shared on Cognizant, AI and India’s growth opportunities, watch this video.

HCLTech's C Vijayakumar on company hirings, AI & its operational margins | Davos 2024

C Vijayakumar of HCLTech spoke to Moneycontrol’s Chandra Srikanth on the company’s positive headcount, artificial intelligence, and operational margins. He says that HCLTech has one of the most diversified tech services that helped the company see a positive Q3, compared to peers. He also shares his insights on how the company plans to navigate when it comes to AI. To know more, watch this interview.