Author: Sarita Jena

  • Iran Furious Over French Bus Poster Depicting Khamenei Amid Rising Tensions

    Iran Furious Over French Bus Poster Depicting Khamenei Amid Rising Tensions

    Iran is upset about a poster on a bus in a French city. The poster showed Iran’s leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and compared him to leaders like Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un. The city of Beziers used this poster to promote recycling by saying, “Don’t forget to sort the trash.”

    Iran’s foreign ministry said this poster is disrespectful to their culture and leaders. Majid Nili, who works for Iran’s foreign ministry, said using such images goes against basic rules that honor different cultures. He asked the French government to stop these actions from happening again.

    Meanwhile, France is warning its citizens to stay away from Iran until three French nationals held there are released. French officials call them “hostages.” French President Emmanuel Macron said Iran is a major threat to security in France and Europe, focusing on it in future talks with the incoming U.S. President Donald Trump.

    Iran responded to Macron’s comments, calling them false and encouraging France to think more carefully about its approach to peace and stability.

  • Kuldeep Yadav’s Road to Recovery: Will He Play in Champions Trophy?

    Kuldeep Yadav’s Road to Recovery: Will He Play in Champions Trophy?

    Kuldeep is a talented bowler and has done well for India in the 2023-24 cricket season. Despite his talent, he often faces tough competition for a spot on the team. He was recently dropped from the Indian team after just one average performance in a Test match against New Zealand. Additionally, he struggles with injuries, which makes his position even shakier.

    Just when it seemed he was becoming a regular player for India, a surprising announcement from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on October 25 changed things. Kuldeep’s name was missing from the teams for upcoming matches, including the T20 series in South Africa and the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Instead, he was sent to the BCCI Centre of Excellence to treat a long-standing groin issue.

    This injury meant he couldn’t play in important domestic tournaments, and his absence was felt during India’s tour in Australia. With another spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, retiring mid-series, India really needed Kuldeep’s skills to take wickets, especially against weaker players.

    Now, looking toward the future: Can we expect Kuldeep to play in the Champions Trophy? The tournament will be held in the UAE, where teams need strong spin bowlers, like Kuldeep, to do well.

    Last December, Kuldeep started sharing fitness updates on social media after months of training. He was unable to bowl but is now slowly getting back into shape. However, he hasn’t yet reached full match fitness, and the selection committee will soon pick the teams for upcoming matches.

    If Kuldeep isn’t fully fit, India may choose Ravindra Jadeja or reward Varun Chakravarthy for his recent T20 performances. The selection committee has a tough decision ahead!

  • Shahid Kapoor Opens Up About Kabir Singh’s Controversial Character

    Shahid Kapoor Opens Up About Kabir Singh’s Controversial Character

    Shahid Kapoor’s movie “Kabir Singh” came out in 2019 and became a huge hit, making more than ₹250 crore at the box office. People still talk about the film and its main character today. In a recent interview with Faye D’Souza, Shahid shared his thoughts on playing such a character. He said that while he doesn’t agree with many things Kabir did in the movie, there are real-life people who act like him.

    Shahid explained, “It’s not just about me; it’s about who we all can be and what choices we make. Movies should show real-life situations.” He admitted he wouldn’t accept a person like Kabir in real life, but he acknowledged that some people do fall for guys like that. He believes movies can tell these stories, and it’s up to the audience to decide what they like or dislike.

    In “Kabir Singh,” Shahid plays a passionate and aggressive lover, with Kiara Advani starring alongside him. The film received mixed reviews, and its director, Sandeep Reddy Vanga, faced some criticism for showing toxic behavior. Despite the controversy, the movie was a big success at the box office.

    Shahid was last seen in a romantic comedy called “Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya,” where he acted with Kriti Sanon. He will soon appear in a new movie titled “Deva,” which is set to hit theaters on January 31.

  • Indian Oil Corporation Stock Update: Key Insights and Trends

    Indian Oil Corporation Stock Update: Key Insights and Trends

    On Thursday, Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.’s shares were priced at Rs 132.95 on the BSE at 12:22 PM IST, which is a drop of 1.26% from the previous day. The stock has a 52-week low of Rs 128.50 and a high of Rs 196.80. Earlier today, the stock opened with a gap down.

    More than 314,741 shares were traded by 12:22 PM. The company has a market value of about Rs 187,600.65 crore. Its price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is 10.70, meaning the stock is trading reasonably based on its earnings. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.26.

    Indian Oil’s return on equity (ROE) is 22.75%, indicating how well it uses money from shareholders to generate profits. In the broader BSE500 index, 195 stocks went up, while 304 stocks fell.

    The stock’s beta value is 1.4017, showing it’s a bit more volatile compared to the overall market. As of September 30, 2024, promoters own 51.5% of Indian Oil, while foreign institutional investors hold 7.9% and domestic institutional investors have 2.98%.

    Looking at the moving averages, the stock’s 200-day moving average (DMA) is 161.03, and the 50-DMA is 138.64. If a stock is trading below both the 50-DMA and the 200-DMA, it usually suggests a downtrend. However, if it’s trading between the two, it indicates that the stock could go either way.

  • Payal Kapadia Nominated for DGA Award: A New Star Emerges!

    Payal Kapadia Nominated for DGA Award: A New Star Emerges!

    Filmmaker Payal Kapadia, known for her movie All We Imagine As Light, has been nominated for the Directors Guild of America (DGA) award for best first-time director in 2025. This exciting news comes just after she missed winning the Golden Globe for best director, which went to Brady Corbet for his movie The Brutalist.

    The DGA is a group that supports film and TV directors in the U.S. and around the world. Other first-time director nominees include Megan Park for My Old Ass, RaMell Ross for Nickel Boys, Halfdan Ullmann Tondel for Armand, and Sean Wang for Didi, according to Variety.

    All We Imagine As Light has gained worldwide attention. It is Kapadia’s first full-length film and won the Grand Prix award at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival in 2024. Her film portrays love and loneliness through the lives of three women living in bustling Mumbai: two nurses, Prabha and Anu, and their friend Parvati. The movie stars Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha, and Chhaya Kadam.

    Kapadia, a graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), previously received praise for her short film Afternoon Clouds (2017) and her documentary A Night of Knowing Nothing (2021). She has also been named Best Director by The National Society of Film Critics in New York. Many expect her to get a nomination for the BAFTAs as well.

  • Elon Musk: X Becomes Main News Source During LA Wildfires

    Elon Musk: X Becomes Main News Source During LA Wildfires

    Elon Musk responded to a post by Charlie Kirk, who said that X (formerly Twitter) has become more reliable than traditional news outlets during a serious wildfire in Los Angeles. Kirk mentioned that a friend’s brother stuck in the fire said, “X is the only reliable source for news about the fires because you can search for specific streets for updates. Real news sites don’t know what’s going on.”

    He added, “X has pretty much replaced the media.” Musk shared this post and encouraged everyone to share what they see, saying, “You are the media now. Post what’s happening. It will help people.”

    Many users supported this idea in the comments. One person thanked Musk for the platform, saying, “There is no better place for news and opinions than X.” Another user remarked, “Corporate media doesn’t matter anymore because of X.”

    People shared their experiences using X for real-time updates, especially during emergencies. One user compared it to the old days when Twitter was the go-to place for breaking news like earthquakes. Another noted how vital X has become for instant news.

    As for the wildfires, firefighters are beginning to get a handle on some out-of-control fires. For example, the Hurst Fire in the San Fernando Valley is now 10 percent contained.

    On a different note, President Joe Biden has canceled a planned trip to Italy to stay in the US and help manage the federal response to the fires. He was supposed to meet with Italy’s Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni, and Pope Francis at the Vatican.

  • CBSE CTET 2024: Exam Results and Objection Details Explained!

    CBSE CTET 2024: Exam Results and Objection Details Explained!

    The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has finished holding the Central Teacher Eligibility Test (CTET) for December 2024 on December 14 and 15. After the exam, they released a provisional answer key on December 5, which helps students check their answers.

    Raising Objections on the Answer Key

    If students think there is a mistake in the answer key, they can raise objections! The objection window opens on January 1 and closes on January 5, 2025. To challenge an answer, students need to pay ₹1,000 for each question. Remember, this fee is non-refundable!

    Payment can be made using a credit or debit card. CBSE says that after reviewing the challenges with experts, if any objection is accepted, the fee will be returned. The refund will go back to the card used to make the payment, so be sure to use your card!

    Final Answer Key and Results

    The final CTET results will be based on the final answer key, which will be updated after reviewing valid objections. CBSE assures students that their decisions will be final, and there won’t be any further discussions about it.

    How to Check Your CTET Result

    As soon as the CTET results are out, students can check them on the official CTET website, ctet.nic.in. To find your result, click on the result link on the homepage, enter your login details, and submit the form. Good luck!

  • Nikhil Kamath: The Calm Trader Who Succeeds in Stock Markets

    Nikhil Kamath: The Calm Trader Who Succeeds in Stock Markets

    Stock market experts believe that being good at trading takes skill, discipline, and strong mental strength. Unfortunately, not everyone has these three qualities. For example, recent data from Sebi shows that 93% of individual traders in India lost money in equity futures and options from FY22 to FY24.

    Nikhil Kamath, the founder of Zerodha, is a self-made billionaire who made his mark in the stock market. He started working in a call center before he began trading stocks and later founded a successful discount brokerage with his brother, Nithin. Recently, Nikhil hosted Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman of Aditya Birla Group, on his show called “People by WTF.”

    During the show, Nikhil mentioned that he is naturally unemotional, which has helped him succeed in trading for over 20 years. Kumar Birla thought Nikhil seemed very soft and not the type to get angry. Nikhil agreed, saying he rarely feels anger and can’t even remember the last time he got mad. He grew up avoiding confrontations, which is why he prefers to ignore people instead of arguing with them.

    Nikhil also shared that he doesn’t cry very often. In fact, he can only remember crying five times in the last ten years: when his father died, when his brother Nithin had a stroke, when his dog passed away, and after a breakup. He believes that not getting too emotional has helped him make better decisions in trading.

    “I’ve been trading and investing for 21 years now,” Nikhil said. “I started at 17 and I’m now 38. I think my ability to stay calm and not react emotionally is why I’ve done well.”

    Aside from trading, Nikhil is also involved in investments through his company, Gruhas. They focus on new technologies, cleaner energy solutions, and consumer-friendly innovations. Nikhil has backed several startups in the energy sector, like Ossus Biorenewables and Solar Square. These companies aim to help India adopt electric vehicles and move towards cleaner energy.

  • California Wildfires: 400K Homes Without Power, Evacuations Ordered

    California Wildfires: 400K Homes Without Power, Evacuations Ordered

    More than 400,000 homes and businesses in California lost power on Wednesday because of several wildfires burning around Los Angeles. The fires, which started on Tuesday, have sadly killed at least five people and destroyed many homes. Around 100,000 people had to leave their homes to stay safe.

    Most of the power outages are in Southern California, mainly in Los Angeles. Southern California Edison (SCE), the utility company, said that “by 4 p.m. PST on January 8, about 413,639 SCE customers are without power.” Additionally, 453,872 customers are under a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) notice. This means that power could be shut off to prevent more fires from starting if anything falls on the power lines.

    SCE stated that due to unsafe conditions, the power might not come back on for several days. They will restore electricity when it is safe. The company has urged everyone to stay away from any downed power lines.

    Because of the wildfires, SCE’s share prices dropped by nearly 14%. The Palisades wildfire has burned over 15,000 acres in the Pacific Palisades area, and other fires have started nearby, including a 10,600-acre fire near Pasadena. More evacuation orders have been issued in parts of Malibu and Santa Monica.

  • Kane Williamson, Dinesh Karthik Spotlighted in IPL 2025 Auction

    Kane Williamson, Dinesh Karthik Spotlighted in IPL 2025 Auction

    Keshav Maharaj, the captain of the Durban Super Giants, was surprised to see Kane Williamson go unsold during the IPL 2025 mega auction. Life has changed for the New Zealand captain after he injured his knee while fielding for Gujarat Titans in IPL 2023. He made a tough catch but landed badly, and it turned out to be one of his last appearances in the IPL. In 2024, he played only two matches for the Titans. Therefore, when Williamson chose to leave the New Zealand central contract last year and join the SA20 tournament, it was a big deal. As the third season begins today, he has been working hard in the nets after a fantastic Test series against England, where he scored 395 runs in three matches. At 34, Williamson may be nearing the end of his T20 career, but SA20 could help him keep playing longer.

    Maharaj shared his thoughts, saying, “When I heard about Kane’s situation, I sent him a message, and I was surprised he replied. He has been a crucial player for New Zealand and in franchise cricket. He’s a talented leader and a great batter. We signed him to add stability to our team as we have plenty of power hitters, but last year we missed someone to anchor our batting lineup.”

    Williamson isn’t the only star who had a decline in IPL. Jonny Bairstow and Dinesh Karthik also faced similar fates. Williamson scored most of his 2128 IPL runs while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad, including a season where he won the Orange Cap in 2018. Bairstow shone brightly as he played with David Warner, breaking many records, but now he is struggling after going unsold at the auction. He last played a Test in March 2023, and Joburg Super Kings captain Faf du Plessis hopes Bairstow can find his form again.

    “Jonny Bairstow is a great player. He has a lot to prove to English cricket, and having someone eager to perform is always beneficial,” Du Plessis said.

    With SA20 preparing to grow, experienced players help mix youth and skill in all six teams. David Miller’s Paarl Royals features a unique combination with two players who had very different IPL experiences. Dinesh Karthik, who announced his retirement last June, surprised everyone when he signed to play in South Africa, becoming the first Indian player in SA20. He’ll be joining Joe Root, who has never played in the IPL but is eager to show his talent.

    Miller praised the duo, stating, “We are excited for the season with Karthik and Root. Joe adds a lot to the squad. He is one of the best batters in the world and brings valuable experience. His solid play will be vital for us.” About Karthik, Miller added, “He has a lot of experience and helps our young team. It’s great to have him around, and we look forward to learning from him.”