Top 10 Stories
1.Protesting farmer unions call Bharat Bandh today, restrictions across Delhi-NCR: Thousands of farmers from across the country have been protesting at the borders of Delhi since November 2020, demanding the repeal of three farm laws passed by the Centre. They have called for a nationwide strike today, affecting the transport and essential services in several states. The Delhi Police have imposed Section 144, banning large gatherings and protests, and deployed heavy security forces to prevent any violence or disruption.
2.IND vs ENG 3rd Test Live Score: India dominate England on Day 2: India have taken a commanding position in the third Test against England at the Motera Stadium in Ahmedabad. After bowling out England for a paltry 112 on the first day, India scored 294 for 7 at stumps on the second day, taking a lead of 182 runs. Ravindra Jadeja scored his second Test century (105 not out), while debutant Dhruv Jurel impressed with a gritty 51. England’s bowlers struggled to contain the Indian batsmen, with only James Anderson taking three wickets.
3.OpenAI Sora is a new AI model that can create one-minute videos from text prompt and it is mindblowing: OpenAI, the research organization behind the popular text-generating model GPT-3, has unveiled a new AI model called Sora, which can create realistic one-minute videos from just text prompts. The model uses a combination of natural language processing, computer vision, and deep learning to generate videos that match the given description, such as “a dog chasing a ball in a park” or “a man playing guitar on a stage”. The videos are rendered in high resolution and can include sound effects and music.
4.Budget Session’s last day to witness a discussion on Ram Mandir construction in Ayodhya: The last day of the Budget Session of Parliament will see a discussion on the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, which was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on January 22. The discussion, initiated by the BJP, is expected to highlight the government’s efforts to fulfill the long-pending demand of the Hindu community and to showcase the cultural and religious significance of the temple. The opposition parties may raise questions on the funding and transparency of the temple trust and the status of the land dispute case.
5.Tourists spot 2 tigers chasing a deer at Ranthambore National Park : A thrilling video of two tigers chasing a deer in Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park has gone viral on social media, leaving wildlife enthusiasts amazed. The video, captured by a tourist, shows the tigers sprinting behind the deer, which manages to escape by jumping over a fence. The tigers then give up the chase and walk away. Ranthambore National Park is one of the largest and most famous tiger reserves in India, home to around 70 tigers.
6.US firefighter saves deer from icy water in dramatic rescue video : A video of a US firefighter rescuing a deer from an icy pond has captured the hearts of netizens. The video, shared by the New Jersey Firefighters Mutual Benevolent Association, shows the firefighter carefully approaching the deer, which was trapped in the frozen water, and lifting it back onto the solid surface of the ice. He then guides the deer towards the shore, where it runs away to safety. The firefighter was praised for his bravery and compassion.
7.Anand Mahindra shares old video of little boy consoling goalkeeper: Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared an old video of a little boy consoling a defeated goalkeeper in a 2022 Argentina Premier League match, and said it was a lesson in empathy and sportsmanship. The video shows the boy, who was a fan of the winning team, hugging the goalkeeper of the losing team, who was in tears after conceding a goal in the last minute. The boy then walks away with a smile, while the goalkeeper thanks him.
8.Hyderabad man finds worm crawling in chocolate, shares video: A man from Hyderabad found a worm crawling in a Cadbury chocolate bar that he bought from a shop in a metro station. He shared a video of the disgusting sight on Twitter, tagging the company and the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). He also demanded a refund and an explanation from the company. Cadbury responded to his tweet, apologizing for the incident and asking him to share his contact details for further assistance.
9.Gambling Sponsorships Will Be More Visible In International Cricket After Restrictions Lifted: Gambling sponsorships on playing attire and equipment will be permitted in international bilateral matches, raising concern over the spectre of sports betting in cricket. The International Cricket Council (ICC) has lifted the restrictions on gambling logos, which were previously allowed only in domestic T20 leagues and franchise tournaments. The move is seen as a way to generate more revenue for the cricket boards and players, but also as a potential threat to the integrity and ethics of the game.
10.The Cricket World Cup is just 6 months away – and England still do not know where they are playing: England’s cricket team is facing uncertainty over their preparations for the upcoming World Cup, which is scheduled to be held in India in October-November 2024. The Covid-19 situation in India, which has been hit by a second wave of infections, has cast doubts over the feasibility of hosting the tournament in the country. England, who are the reigning champions, have not played any ODI cricket in India since 2017, and have no plans to do so before the World Cup. They may have to rely on simulated conditions and practice matches to get ready for the mega event.