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President Joe Biden told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the two of them were on their way to a “come to Jesus” meeting to discuss bringing humanitarian aid into Gaza.Biden was filmed making the remark on Thursday night while on Capitol Hill for his State of the Union speech, which appeared to be yet another indicator of his anger with Netanyahu over the Gaza crisis. In the film, shared on social media by Democratic consultant Sawyer Hackett, Biden can be seen speaking with Colorado Democratic Senator Michael Bennett, Secretary of State Antony Blinken, and Transportation Secretary.

Every year on March 8, the world celebrates International Women’s Day. It is a global day commemorating and honouring women’s social, economic, cultural, and political contributions throughout history and in numerous disciplines. It acknowledges the accomplishments made in women’s rights and encourages them to continue working for equality. This day is intended to draw attention to the ongoing fight for gender parity. It underscores the ongoing problems and discrimination that women face in areas such as equitable pay, access to education, and leadership chances. Furthermore, the day fosters a sense of unity and solidarity among women around the world. It...

Today is Maha Shivratri, a unique day when Hindus around the world honour Lord Shiva, the third god of the Hindu trinity. People express their devotion by chanting prayers and mantras, fasting, meditating, and staying up late singing songs. They bathe before dawn and visit temples with offerings such as milk and flowers to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings. Shivratri is observed on the 14th day of the New Moon phase in the Hindu lunar month of ‘Phalguna’. To commemorate this fortunate time for Shiva, many people share greetings, photographs, and photos of Lord Shiva, as well as Shiva mantras and...

The iconic Sachin Tendulkar stated on Tuesday that competing in the Ranji Trophy allows national players to get back to basics while also raising the level of the domestic tournament. The BCCI has made it necessary for its centrally contracted players to play domestic red-ball cricket while they are not on national duty or with the NCA. Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer were removed from the BCCI’s central contract list for missing their state teams’ Ranji Trophy games. “When Indian players play for their domestic teams, it improves the quality of play for young players and sometimes identifies new talent.”

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has reclaimed his position as the world’s richest man, unseating Elon Musk on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. According to the tracker, Bezos’ net worth is $200 billion, surpassing Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s $198 billion. Musk, who also runs X (previously Twitter) and SpaceX, has seen his fortune plummet by more than $30 billion as Tesla’s stock price has fallen 25% in recent months.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee boldly asserted her party’s dominance in the state, saying, “Elections may come and go, but the Trinamool Congress will continue to hold sway in Bengal.”Speaking during a government distribution programme in East Medinipur, Mamata Banerjee told the public that the Trinamool Congress would maintain its position of power in the state, regardless of electoral results. She emphasised the party’s durability, stating that while votes may fluctuate, the Trinamool Congress will survive in West Bengal. “The Trinamool Congress will remain in power in Bengal.” Those who are shouting slogans ahead of the elections should remember...

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari issued a legal notice to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and party general secretary Jairam Ramesh for distributing a “twisted, distorted” version of one of his interviews on X.Mr Gadkari claimed that the Congress disseminated the 19-second audio and video clipping while “concealing the contextual intent and meaning” of his interview. He stated the “sinister act” was committed only with the objective to “fan and create confusion, sensation, and disrepute” for him.

Billionaire Gautam Adani and his wife Priti Adani arrived in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on Saturday evening to attend the pre-wedding festivities of Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani’s youngest son Anant Ambani and industrialist Viren Merchant’s daughter Radhika Merchant.Mr. Adani and his wife were seen at the Jamnagar airport, escorted by security men who were accompanying them to the gala feast. Several well-known figures from throughout the world will attend the three-day events from March 1 to March 3.