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  • Trump Cuts USAID Aid: Millions of Lives at Risk!

    Trump Cuts USAID Aid: Millions of Lives at Risk!

    On Thursday in Cape Town, South Africa, health groups and charities were shocked and angry when they heard the Trump administration decided to cut 90% of foreign aid contracts from USAID. This means that important programs that help people with food, health, and emergency assistance around the world will lose funding, leaving millions in danger.

    One group, InterAction, said this decision will hurt many vulnerable people, leading to hunger and disease. They warned that “women and children will go hungry, and families will struggle.” Instead of keeping people safe, this could create more problems like instability and migration.

    The U.S. government is stopping about $60 billion in aid because they believe it doesn’t help American interests. This means thousands of contracts with NGOs will end, which many say is a huge blow to American foreign aid.

    Liz Schrayer, a leader of a non-profit organization, said that this decision could allow countries like China, Russia, and Iran to gain more power and influence around the world.

    In South Africa, health organizations mentioned that many programs aimed at treating HIV will end, affecting thousands of people. USAID plays a large role in fighting diseases like HIV and tuberculosis, and the cuts can put these programs at serious risk.

    Critics, including Trump and his advisor Elon Musk, argue that foreign aid is wasteful and supports a liberal agenda. They are making deep cuts to these programs quickly, and many organizations have received letters saying their funding is being terminated because it doesn’t match U.S. priorities.

    After the cuts, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio introduced a waiver program to save some funding, but many essential services still lost support.

    Many USAID workers received just a short time to clear their workspaces amid the cuts. This rapid change has left many programs and the people they help in a difficult position.

  • Ross Gerber’s Warning: Tesla Stock Could Drop 50% by 2025

    Ross Gerber’s Warning: Tesla Stock Could Drop 50% by 2025

    Tesla investor Ross Gerber is worried about the future of Tesla and believes the stock could drop by up to 50% by the end of 2025. Gerber, who runs a wealth management company, thinks that several issues could hurt Tesla.

    Full Self-Driving Too Ambitious
    Gerber thinks Elon Musk’s goal of having fully self-driving cars ready by June in Austin, Texas, is unrealistic. He believes the tech is not ready because Tesla relies on cameras while other companies, like Waymo, use more advanced lidar sensors. He said, “We’re well behind in robotaxis and self-driving cars,” and thinks lidar is necessary for safety.

    Musk’s Divided Attention
    Gerber believes Musk is distracted by other projects, including artificial intelligence and his other companies like SpaceX and xAI. He feels this is hurting Tesla because Musk’s focus on AI takes away from improving Tesla’s self-driving technology. Gerber stated, “Musk is not working at Tesla anymore,” and wished Musk would focus all his energy on Tesla.

    Sales Slowing and Strong Competition
    Gerber points out that Tesla’s car sales are falling. In fact, 2024 was the first year that Tesla’s electric vehicle sales decreased. He sees competition growing, especially from the Chinese company BYD, which poses a real threat to Tesla’s top spot in the EV market. Gerber noted that the Chinese government wants its companies to succeed over Tesla.

    Sales Decline Linked to Musk’s Politics
    Another problem for Tesla is Musk’s connection with former U.S. President Donald Trump. Gerber believes this has led to backlash in some markets like France and Germany. He mentioned that people have become frustrated, expressing their anger towards the brand because of Musk.

    Overvalued Stock
    Lastly, Gerber thinks Tesla’s stock price is way too high. At a market value of $1.1 trillion, Tesla is almost five times larger than Toyota, even though it makes much less profit. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 118, Gerber sees Tesla as too expensive compared to other big companies. He warned, “Tesla could drop by 50% if issues continue.” He mentioned that they are selling some Tesla stocks because of this overvaluation.

  • BJP Leaders Clash in Jaipur as Congress Protests Continue

    BJP Leaders Clash in Jaipur as Congress Protests Continue

    In Jaipur, leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Minority Morcha had a shocking fight during a meeting. A video showed two leaders, Javed Qureshi and Jackie, grabbing each other’s collars and hitting each other in front of everyone. People were surprised as they witnessed the fight.

    The trouble started when Jackie tried to help BJP leader Madan Rathore get to the stage, but Javed Qureshi blocked him. They began arguing, and their words turned into a physical fight.

    Meanwhile, the Rajasthan state assembly is still stuck because of comments made by Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Avinash Gehlot about former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Congress party members are refusing to attend the meetings and even held a mock session outside the assembly.

    This situation got worse when Congress President Govind Singh Dotasra made comments that upset Speaker Vasudev Devnani. Congress members held signs and protested outside, asking for an apology from the minister. They also acted out a mock Question Hour, where one member pretended to be the chairperson while others asked about the actions of BJP leaders.

    Leader of Opposition Tikaram Jully stated that they tried to discuss the problems, but the minister wasn’t replying. He said they are ready to talk to the Chief Minister to solve the issues, but the government seems scared and doesn’t want to run the assembly properly.

  • Trump Fires Top Military Leaders: What You Should Know

    Trump Fires Top Military Leaders: What You Should Know

    In a surprising move, President Donald Trump fired Gen. CQ Brown Jr., the top leader of the U.S. military, along with five other high-ranking officials. This decision stirred up a lot of talk because people admired Brown for his service. He was only the second African American to hold this important position in U.S. history.

    When Trump confirmed Brown as the Air Force chief of staff in 2020, he celebrated the decision on social media. But when he fired Brown and the others on February 21, he was much quieter about it. Critics worry that this move mixes politics into the military, which is usually nonpartisan.

    Republican senators mostly defended Trump’s right to make these changes. Sen. Mike Rounds said he thought Brown had done a great job but acknowledged Trump’s ability to choose his team. Sen. Thom Tillis compared this situation to when President Barack Obama made military changes.

    Gen. Brown, along with Adm. Lisa Franchetti, the first woman to lead the Navy, and other top officials, was dismissed in a rare shakeup. Some Republicans backed the president, saying he has the right to change military leaders.

    Others, like Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, criticized the firings and said it showed that political loyalty mattered more than skill. Brown’s dismissal was especially noted because he had spoken out about race in the military after the murder of George Floyd.

    A bipartisan group of House members asked for clear rules about firing military leaders, emphasizing the importance of keeping the military apolitical. Sen. Susan Collins expressed her view that Brown and the others had been doing well in their roles. In contrast, some, like Rep. Derrick Van Orden, approved of the firings, saying it was time for a new start at the Department of Defense.

    Trump announced that retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine would replace Brown. While Caine had a solid military background, he didn’t meet every requirement to be chairman, but Trump can overlook those rules. Some see this as a way to bring in new perspectives.

    Democrats, however, worry this could hurt recruitment and retention in the military, as it suggests the president’s political views matter more than talent and experience. Sen. Richard Blumenthal expressed strong concerns about the message these firings send.

  • Delhi HC to Decide on PM Modi’s Bachelor’s Degree Disclosure

    Delhi HC to Decide on PM Modi’s Bachelor’s Degree Disclosure

    The Delhi High Court is waiting to make a decision about a request from Delhi University (DU). DU wants to challenge a ruling made by the Central Information Commission (CIC). This ruling told DU to provide information about Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s bachelor’s degree. DU argued in court that it does not mind showing this information to the court itself.

    DU’s lawyer, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, told the court that there is a Bachelor of Arts degree from 1978. Justice Sachin Datta listened to everyone’s arguments and said that the decision would come later.

    During a past court meeting, DU said that it holds students’ information like a secret and that just being curious is not a good reason for someone to ask for this private information under the Right to Information (RTI) law. They said that the RTI Act has become a “joke” because people are asking for records about all students who passed their BA exams in 1978, including Modi.

    The CIC had an earlier order that allowed a person named Neeraj to see details of students who took the DU bachelor’s exam in 1978, the same year Modi graduated. On December 21, 2016, the CIC told DU to let Neeraj look at the records of everyone who passed that year. The CIC rejected DU’s argument that this was private information, saying it was not legal or fair. They instructed DU to allow someone to inspect the records and to give a certified copy for free. However, the high court put a hold on this CIC order on January 23, 2017.

  • BJP Aims to Rename Delhi Areas: Najafgarh, Mohammadpur, Mustafabad

    BJP Aims to Rename Delhi Areas: Najafgarh, Mohammadpur, Mustafabad

    Three lawmakers from the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Delhi want to change the names of some neighborhoods. They are asking to rename Najafgarh to Nahargarh, Mohammadpur to Madhavpuram, and Mustafabad to Shiv Vihar. This is part of a trend where BJP leaders have changed names in other areas to move away from names connected to Mughal rulers.

    Anil Sharma, who represents the RK Puram area where Mohammadpur is located, said he will push for this name change in the assembly. He pointed out that there was a proposal from the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to change the name before, but the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government didn’t do it. Now that the BJP is back in power after 27 years, Sharma believes the name change will finally happen.

    Another lawmaker, Neelam Pehalwan, wants to rename Najafgarh to honor local hero Raja Nahar Singh. She said that the people of Najafgarh feel they have been treated unfairly and changing the name is important for them.

    Parvesh Verma, a Delhi minister, supports this name change as he feels it is overdue. Mohan Singh Bisht, who will soon be the deputy assembly speaker, announced that Mustafabad would become Shiv Vihar. He mentioned that this was a promise made during the elections, although part of Mustafabad will keep its original name.

  • Indian Student Neelam Shinde in Coma: Family Urgently Seeks US Visa

    Indian Student Neelam Shinde in Coma: Family Urgently Seeks US Visa

    Neelam Shinde, a student from Satara, Maharashtra, is facing a serious health crisis after a car accident in California on February 14. She has been in a coma in the hospital ever since, suffering major injuries to her head, hand, and chest.

    Her family wants to visit her urgently but needs a visa to enter the United States. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is helping them speed up the visa process. They are working with U.S. officials to get her family to her side as soon as possible.

    Supriya Sule, a leader from the Nationalist Congress Party, highlighted Neelam’s situation in a post. She shared that Neelam’s father, Tanaji Shinde, is desperately trying to travel to the U.S. due to the medical emergency involving his daughter.

    Tanaji said that they learned about the accident on February 16, just two days after it happened, and have been trying for a visa since then. Unfortunately, they have not received it yet. The last time they spoke with Neelam was on February 12, just before the accident occurred.

  • WhiteOak Launches Equity Savings Fund: Smart Investing Made Easy!

    WhiteOak Launches Equity Savings Fund: Smart Investing Made Easy!

    WhiteOak Capital Mutual Fund has introduced a new investment option called the WhiteOak Capital Equity Savings Fund. This fund lets you put your money into three main areas: stocks (equity), a strategy to make money without risk (arbitrage), and safer investments like bonds (debt). The new fund is open for people to invest in until March 5.

    The goal of this fund is to help your money grow by investing in stocks and safe options. It is designed for people who want a mix of stable and potentially high returns. The fund will be overseen by a team of experienced managers.

    One of the best parts about this fund is that it isn’t as risky as just investing in stocks. This means it can help you make money while keeping your savings safe. The fund is also good for people who pay higher taxes, as it can offer tax-friendly returns.

    “We believe investing is about finding the right balance between making money and protecting what you have. This fund is perfect for those looking for stable returns during uncertain times,” says Aashish Somaiyaa, the CEO of WhiteOak Capital Asset Management.

    If you invest for more than one year, any profits you make could be taxed at a lower rate. The fund usually invests a large part of the money in stocks, about 65% to 90%. This includes safe investments to balance out any risks. The fund’s smart strategy adjusts how much it invests in stocks based on how the market is doing.

    In times when it’s hard to find good chances to make money with stocks, the fund will shift to safer options, ensuring that your investments are always working for you.

  • BJP’s Push to Rename Delhi Villages: Madhavpuram and Nahargarh

    BJP’s Push to Rename Delhi Villages: Madhavpuram and Nahargarh

    BJP MLA Anil Sharma plans to rename Mohammadpur village in his RK Puram area of Delhi to ‘Madhavpuram.’ He mentioned that a proposal to change the name had been approved by the local corporation long ago but had been stuck in the Assembly during the Aam Aadmi Party’s government.

    Sharma said, “People want this village to be called Madhavpuram. Now that the BJP is in charge in Delhi, we will listen to what the people want.” He hopes to present this proposal to the Assembly soon.

    Sharma isn’t alone in this effort. BJP MLA Neelam Pehelwan also wants to change the name of her area, Najafgarh, to ‘Nahargarh.’ She explained that the change is important due to the area’s history, saying, “During the 1857 revolt, local leader Raja Nahar Singh fought for our region. It’s important for our people to honor our history.”

    Pehelwan has been trying to change the name for a while, believing that the new name represents the local struggles and significance of the area more accurately.

  • Supreme Court’s Ruling: Toxic Waste Incineration Begins Amid Community Concerns

    Supreme Court’s Ruling: Toxic Waste Incineration Begins Amid Community Concerns

    In a recent ruling, India’s Supreme Court has decided that trial runs for burning toxic waste from the Bhopal Gas Tragedy can go ahead. This decision comes despite worries about health risks to people living nearby and possible pollution of soil and water.

    The Supreme Court looked at a report from a group of experts, including members from respected scientific organizations, who are supervising the safe transport and disposal of 337 metric tonnes of toxic waste. This waste comes from the Union Carbide factory in Bhopal, the site of a deadly gas leak in 1984 that claimed many lives.

    Chinmay Mishra, a resident of Indore, was worried about this plan and asked the court to stop it. He believed the local people could be harmed by this operation. However, the court has approved the waste incineration, which will start with trial runs on February 27 and continue with two more on March 4 and March 10, burning 10 metric tonnes at a time.

    The judges expressed confidence that the expert committee, which includes the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) and others, knows what they are doing. They even pointed out that the Madhya Pradesh government had assured them all necessary safety measures are being followed.

    Some residents of Pithampur and local organizations argued against the incineration, claiming that not all locals agreed to it. They even stated that the state misled the court regarding the community’s support.

    During the discussions, the judges noted that the opposers seemed to want the waste stored far from their homes, but not in their neighborhoods. A lawyer speaking for an NGO suggested that there might be better ways than burning to handle this toxic waste.

    The waste, which has been stored at the old factory site for 40 years, poses risks to the surrounding villages. One village is located just 250 meters away, and concerns were raised about the drinking water supply from the nearby Gambhir River, which serves a large part of Indore.

    This controversial incineration plan continues to raise questions about safety and community concerns as the trials move forward.