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The fight to save Marilyn Monroe's historic Brentwood home has concluded. The former home of the late actor no longer faces the threat of demolition all thanks to the Los Angeles Cultural Heritage Commission. This commission recently declared it a historic cultural monument however the status is a temporary one and this move was made to protect the house from being destroyed.

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The United States, Canada, Italy and Australia have stopped funding for United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestinians. To know more watch this interview with Professor of International Relations, Scott Lucas, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin. The development comes after 12 UNRWA employees were accused of being involved in the 7th of October attack in Israel. Watch to know more!

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China and the United States said Saturday that top diplomat Wang Yi and US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan held "candid, substantive" talks in Thailand's capital Bangkok, with the issue of Taiwan central after recent elections there.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a roadshow in Jaipur, Rajasthan, ahead of India's 75th Republic Day. Macron, who is on a two-day official visit to India, will be the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations to be held in New Delhi tomorrow. In other news, India on Thursday (Jan 25) slammed claims&nbsp;made by a Pakistani official of India&nbsp;having a role in the&nbsp;recent deaths of Pakistani citizens in the country as "anti-India propaganda".

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a roadshow in Jaipur, Rajasthan, ahead of India's 75th Republic Day. During the roadshow, citizens in large numbers gathered on the streets of the pink city to welcome Macron and Modi.

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Responding to media questions regarding the Pakistan Foreign Ministry's remarks, MEA Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "We have seen media reports regarding certain remarks by Pakistan Foreign Secretary. It is Pakistan’s latest attempt at peddling false and malicious anti-India propaganda. As the world knows, Pakistan has long been the epicentre of terrorism, organised crime, and illegal transnational activities.”

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of "playing with the lives of Ukrainian prisoners" after all 65 Ukrainian inmates&nbsp;were killed in a deadly plane crash in western Russia.&nbsp;President Zelensky further called for an international inquiry into the crash which took place in the Belgorod region near Ukraine's border.

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A St. Petersburg court has pronounced a 27-year prison sentence for Daria Trepova, the 26-year-old woman found guilty of assassinating ultranationalist pro-war blogger Vladlen Tatarsky in April. The incident unfolded during an event at a St. Petersburg café where Tatarsky was speaking.

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Prominent Russian nationalist Igor Girkin was on Thursday (Jan 25) convicted by a Moscow court for inciting extremism and jailed for four years. Girkin, who denied the charges, has strongly condemned President Vladimir Putin for not effectively pursuing the war against Ukraine.

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A member of parliament from the ruling People Power Party in South Korea, Bae Hyun-jin, was 'attacked' on a street in Seoul's Gangnam district. Reports indicated that she was struck in the head with an object by an unidentified assailant, resulting in her hospitalisation for injuries and bleeding. The attacker was swiftly arrested at the scene, media reports said.&nbsp;

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India's President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (Jan 25) addressed the nation on the eve of the country's 75th Republic Day and hailed the Ram temple consecration ceremony held in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday (Jan 22).&nbsp;Calling the event&nbsp;"landmark" in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage, she said, "The construction of the temple commenced after the due judicial process and the decision of the highest court of the land. Now it stands as a grand edifice, giving a befitting expression not only of people's faith but also as a testament to people's enormous trust in the judicial process."

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The investigators, who were carrying out a search operation at the site where a Russian military transport plane crashed, have found the flight recorders of the plane, as per media reports.&nbsp;The flight recorders were found a day after Moscow held Kyiv guilty of shooting down the aircraft which was carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an international investigation.

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the winners of the annual awards for 2023 as Australian skipper Pat Cummins received the top honour for Cricketer of the Year. Cummins, who led Australia to the ICC ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship (WTC) triumph, saw off challenges from close mates Travis Head and Virat Kohli. However, Virat’s consolation came in the form of ICC ODI Player of the Year where he had a special year, helping India to the runners-up crown in the World Cup held in his own backyard.

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Padma Awards have been declared in India on the eve of Republic Day 2024. These&nbsp;are one of the highest civilian awards in India. Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award while the Padma Awards are second in the hierarchy of honours that are conferred on individuals for their exceptional work in various fields. There are three categories of Padma Awards: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan (in ascending order).

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a roadshow in Jaipur, Rajasthan, ahead of India's 75th Republic Day. Macron, who is on a two-day official visit to India, will be the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations to be held in New Delhi tomorrow.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a roadshow in Jaipur, Rajasthan, ahead of India's 75th Republic Day. Macron, who is on a two-day official visit to India, will be the chief guest at the 75th Republic Day celebrations to be held in New Delhi tomorrow. In other news, India on Thursday (Jan 25) slammed claims made by a Pakistani official of India having a role in the recent deaths of Pakistani citizens in the country as "anti-India propaganda". Click on the headlines to read more. India: Ahead of Republic Day, PM Modi and French Prez Macron hold roadshow Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron held a roadshow in Jaipur, Rajasthan, ahead of India's 75th Republic Day. During the roadshow, citizens in large numbers gathered on the streets of the pink city to welcome Macron and Modi. India slams Pakistan of 'false propaganda' over killing of two terrorists Responding to media questions regarding the Pakistan Foreign Ministry's remarks, MEA Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, "We have seen media reports regarding certain remarks by Pakistan Foreign Secretary. It is Pakistan’s latest attempt at peddling false and malicious anti-India propaganda. As the world knows, Pakistan has long been the epicentre of terrorism, organised crime, and illegal transnational activities.” Russia 'played with lives of Ukrainian prisoners' in plane crash: Zelensky Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of "playing with the lives of Ukrainian prisoners" after all 65 Ukrainian inmates were killed in a deadly plane crash in western Russia. President Zelensky further called for an international inquiry into the crash which took place in the Belgorod region near Ukraine's border. Daria Trepova gets 27 jail years for killing pro-war blogger in bombing A St. Petersburg court has pronounced a 27-year prison sentence for Daria Trepova, the 26-year-old woman found guilty of assassinating ultranationalist pro-war blogger Vladlen Tatarsky in April. The incident unfolded during an event at a St. Petersburg café where Tatarsky was speaking. Russia jails ultra-nationalist Putin critic Igor Girkin for four years over 'extremism' charges Prominent Russian nationalist Igor Girkin was on Thursday (Jan 25) convicted by a Moscow court for inciting extremism and jailed for four years. Girkin, who denied the charges, has strongly condemned President Vladimir Putin for not effectively pursuing the war against Ukraine. South Korean woman parliamentarian Bae Hyun-jin attacked, rushed to hospital A member of parliament from the ruling People Power Party in South Korea, Bae Hyun-jin, was 'attacked' on a street in Seoul's Gangnam district. Reports indicated that she was struck in the head with an object by an unidentified assailant, resulting in her hospitalisation for injuries and bleeding. The attacker was swiftly arrested at the scene, media reports said. President Murmu addresses country on eve of Republic Day, hails Ram Temple consecration ceremony India's President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday (Jan 25) addressed the nation on the eve of the country's 75th Republic Day and hailed the Ram temple consecration ceremony held in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday (Jan 22). Calling the event "landmark" in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage, she said, "The construction of the temple commenced after the due judicial process and the decision of the highest court of the land. Now it stands as a grand edifice, giving a befitting expression not only of people's faith but also as a testament to people's enormous trust in the judicial process." Investigators find flight recorders present inside Russian plane crash: Report The investigators, who were carrying out a search operation at the site where a Russian military transport plane crashed, have found the flight recorders of the plane, as per media reports. The flight recorders were found a day after Moscow held Kyiv guilty of shooting down the aircraft which was carrying 65 Ukrainian prisoners of war and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for an international investigation. Pat Cummins named Cricketer of the Year for 2023, Virat Kohli earns ODI Player of the Year accolade The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the winners of the annual awards for 2023 as Australian skipper Pat Cummins received the top honour for Cricketer of the Year. Cummins, who led Australia to the ICC ODI World Cup and the World Test Championship (WTC) triumph, saw off challenges from close mates Travis Head and Virat Kohli. However, Virat’s consolation came in the form of ICC ODI Player of the Year where he had a special year, helping India to the runners-up crown in the World Cup held in his own backyard. Padma Awards 2024 declared on Indian Republic Day Eve: Full list of awardees Padma Awards have been declared in India on the eve of Republic Day 2024. These are one of the highest civilian awards in India. Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award while the Padma Awards are second in the hierarchy of honours that are conferred on individuals for their exceptional work in various fields. There are three categories of Padma Awards: Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan (in ascending order).

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Scientists have created the smallest and tightest knot ever recorded, consisting of a mere 54 atoms. This microscopic marvel forms a 'trefoil' knot, resembling a 'three-leaf clover,' and has surpassed the previous Guinness World Record.&nbsp;The knot's structure, which loops around three times with no loose ends, holds significance in mathematical knot theory.

Collaborating between the University of Western Ontario in Canada and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, researchers achieved this breakthrough by surpassing a 2020 record where chemists in China created a similar knot with 69 atoms.

The strength of the molecular knot increases as the ratio of atoms to 'back crossings' decreases.

The 2020 knot had a backbone crossing ratio (BCR) of 23, while the current record-holder boasts a lower BCR of 18. This progress brings scientists closer to understanding the microscopic knots found in DNA, RNA, and proteins within our bodies.

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This accidental achievement occurred during experiments with metal acetylides, essential for organic chemical reactions.

Instead of the intended gold chain or catenane, the team unexpectedly formed a trefoil knot when connecting gold acetylide with a diphosphine ligand.

The lead researcher, Richard Puddephatt from the University of Western Ontario, expressed uncertainty about the process, stating, "It's quite a complicated system and, honestly, we don't know how it happens."

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This groundbreaking discovery could have broader implications and can potentially aid in the development of advanced materials such as plastics and polymers.&nbsp;

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"Molecular knots, whose synthesis presents many challenges, can play important roles in protein structure and function as well as in useful molecular materials, whose properties depend on the size of the knotted structure," the research team said.&nbsp;

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Scientists have created the smallest and tightest knot ever recorded, consisting of a mere 54 atoms. This microscopic marvel forms a 'trefoil' knot, resembling a 'three-leaf clover,' and has surpassed the previous Guinness World Record.

Scientists have created the smallest and tightest knot ever recorded, consisting of a mere 54 atoms. This microscopic marvel forms a 'trefoil' knot, resembling a 'three-leaf clover,' and has surpassed the previous Guinness World Record. The knot's structure, which loops around three times with no loose ends, holds significance in mathematical knot theory. Collaborating between the University of Western Ontario in Canada and the Chinese Academy of Sciences, researchers achieved this breakthrough by surpassing a 2020 record where chemists in China created a similar knot with 69 atoms. The strength of the molecular knot increases as the ratio of atoms to 'back crossings' decreases. The 2020 knot had a backbone crossing ratio (BCR) of 23, while the current record-holder boasts a lower BCR of 18. This progress brings scientists closer to understanding the microscopic knots found in DNA, RNA, and proteins within our bodies. Also Read | Woman's face turns bluish-brown after using skin-lightening cream; Here's why This accidental achievement occurred during experiments with metal acetylides, essential for organic chemical reactions. Instead of the intended gold chain or catenane, the team unexpectedly formed a trefoil knot when connecting gold acetylide with a diphosphine ligand. The lead researcher, Richard Puddephatt from the University of Western Ontario, expressed uncertainty about the process, stating, "It's quite a complicated system and, honestly, we don't know how it happens." Also Read | Space salads: Research shows why greens for astronauts get infected under microgravity This groundbreaking discovery could have broader implications and can potentially aid in the development of advanced materials such as plastics and polymers. Watch | Scientists sound alarm for potential outbreak of Zombie Virus × "Molecular knots, whose synthesis presents many challenges, can play important roles in protein structure and function as well as in useful molecular materials, whose properties depend on the size of the knotted structure," the research team said. (With inputs from agencies)

World's smallest, tightest knot with just 54 atoms breaks Guinness record

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Landslide buries several in southern China. Rescue ops continues in snowy, freezing temperatures. Chinese President has ordered an 'all-out' rescue efforts. Watch to know more!

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With the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India has sent a message of peace to a war-torn world. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who lead the prayer in Ayodhya, said 'Ram is not fire but energy, Ram is not a dispute but a solution'. WION brings you ground report from Ayodhya.Watch to know more!

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With the inauguration of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, India has sent a message of peace to a war-torn world. India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who lead the prayer in Ayodhya, said 'Ram is not fire but energy, Ram is not a dispute but a solution'.

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Massive earthquake jolts Japan; the country was hit by 155 aftershocks since Monday. The earthquake wreaked havoc in Japan on new Year's day. Over 1,00,000 residents ordered to evacuate. Watch the video to know more!

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The Indian Navy released a statement saying that it is keeping a close watch as the Chinese ocean research vessel XIANG YANG HONG 03 is reportedly heading towards Male, the capital city of the Maldives. In other news, the much-awaited consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple took place in India's holy city of Ayodhya. The temple is set to open for devotees across the world on Jan 23 giving a major boost to tourism in the city.&nbsp;

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In a developing maritime situation, the Indian Navy is closely monitoring the movement of the Chinese ocean research vessel XIANG YANG HONG 03, which is reported to be heading towards Male, the capital of the Maldives. Defence sources have confirmed to WION that the Indian Navy is well aware of the presence of the vessel and has been monitoring its movement.&nbsp;

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As the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir concludes, the Indian holy city of Ayodhya is already abuzz with lots of economic activity. According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the ceremony alone generated business worth more than INR 100,000 crore across India. And now that the temple will be open for devotees from January 23, Ayodhya is set to witness a drastic rise in religious tourism.&nbsp;

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Canada is set to slash the number of international student permits by 35 per cent in 2025 as a part of its two-year limit on international student admissions, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced on Monday morning (Jan 22).&nbsp;While addressing a press conference earlier today, Miller claimed that the move would provide the government with an opportunity to manage the exploitative system of high tuition fees being charged by the institutions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-terminates-golden-visa-in-immigration-overhaul-over-delivering-poor-economic-outcomes-682536">Australia terminates ‘golden ticket’ visa scheme in immigration overhaul</a>

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Australia announced its decision to end a major visa programme that was targeted at attracting wealthy investors.&nbsp;Affluent overseas investors were granted the right to live in the country under the plan dubbed as "golden visa" scheme.&nbsp;The Australian government decided to terminate it in an immigration overhaul after it was found that the visa programme was not delivering the desired economic outcomes.

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While most polls show incumbent US President Joe Biden as an underdog in his anticipated contest against Republican ex-US President Donald Trump, another Democrat, Dean Phillips, from Minnesota is vowing to change the equation of the 2024 elections with his own presidential bid. In a recent interview, the Minnesota Congressman said “Joe Biden is one of the least well-positioned Democrats to take on this mission.”

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Jan 22) announced a scheme to install rooftop solar systems in 10 million homes nationwide.&nbsp;"Today, on the auspicious occasion of consecration in Ayodhya, my resolution got further strengthened that the people of India should have their own solar rooftop system on the roof of their houses," Modi said on X.&nbsp;

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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the 2023 T20I Team of the Year and four Indians have managed to make the cut. Among the four Indians are: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi and Arshdeep Singh. Surya has been named the captain of the side as well. There is not a single player who managed to make it to the team from Australia, Pakistan, South Africa or Bangladesh.&nbsp;

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Last year this time, SS Rajamouli's&nbsp;RRR&nbsp;was making waves and collecting awards at various international film awards.&nbsp;RRR's hit song&nbsp;Naatu Naatu&nbsp;eventually created history at the Oscars 2023 as it earned the Best Original Song award,&nbsp;making it the first song of an Indian film to earn such an accolade.&nbsp;

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China's chief intelligence agency posted on social media a comic strip featuring foreign-looking characters secretly extracting rare earths, in a story portraying the country's strategic metals under threat from covetous "overseas organisations".&nbsp;The comic strip, published on Sunday on the State Security Ministry's official WeChat account, showed security officers uncovering "suspicious" exploration and mapping activities by a group of people supposedly doing survey work for real estate development.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Jan 22) expressed joy and congratulated devotees in a heartfelt speech at the 'Pran Prathistha' or consecration ceremony in Ram Mandir Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya where he said &nbsp;that Lord Ram will no longer stay in a tent but in a grand temple.

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The Indian Navy released a statement saying that it is keeping a close watch as the Chinese ocean research vessel XIANG YANG HONG 03 is reportedly heading towards Male, the capital city of the Maldives.

The Indian Navy released a statement saying that it is keeping a close watch as the Chinese ocean research vessel XIANG YANG HONG 03 is reportedly heading towards Male, the capital city of the Maldives. In other news, the much-awaited consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple took place in India's holy city of Ayodhya. The temple is set to open for devotees across the world on Jan 23 giving a major boost to tourism in the city. Click to read more. Indian Navy keeps watch as Chinese vessel heads towards Maldives In a developing maritime situation, the Indian Navy is closely monitoring the movement of the Chinese ocean research vessel XIANG YANG HONG 03, which is reported to be heading towards Male, the capital of the Maldives. Defence sources have confirmed to WION that the Indian Navy is well aware of the presence of the vessel and has been monitoring its movement. How Ram Mandir will boost Ayodhya’s economy: Five key points to know As the consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir concludes, the Indian holy city of Ayodhya is already abuzz with lots of economic activity. According to the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), the ceremony alone generated business worth more than INR 100,000 crore across India. And now that the temple will be open for devotees from January 23, Ayodhya is set to witness a drastic rise in religious tourism. Canada announces cap on international students. How will it affect Indians? Canada is set to slash the number of international student permits by 35 per cent in 2025 as a part of its two-year limit on international student admissions, Immigration Minister Marc Miller announced on Monday morning (Jan 22). While addressing a press conference earlier today, Miller claimed that the move would provide the government with an opportunity to manage the exploitative system of high tuition fees being charged by the institutions. Australia terminates ‘golden ticket’ visa scheme in immigration overhaul Australia announced its decision to end a major visa programme that was targeted at attracting wealthy investors. Affluent overseas investors were granted the right to live in the country under the plan dubbed as "golden visa" scheme. The Australian government decided to terminate it in an immigration overhaul after it was found that the visa programme was not delivering the desired economic outcomes. Who is Dean Phillips? The Democrat threatening Biden’s 2024 bid and ‘dividing’ party While most polls show incumbent US President Joe Biden as an underdog in his anticipated contest against Republican ex-US President Donald Trump, another Democrat, Dean Phillips, from Minnesota is vowing to change the equation of the 2024 elections with his own presidential bid. In a recent interview, the Minnesota Congressman said “Joe Biden is one of the least well-positioned Democrats to take on this mission.” Pradhan Mantri Suryoday Yojana: PM Modi announces scheme to install rooftop solar systems in 10 million homes Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Jan 22) announced a scheme to install rooftop solar systems in 10 million homes nationwide. "Today, on the auspicious occasion of consecration in Ayodhya, my resolution got further strengthened that the people of India should have their own solar rooftop system on the roof of their houses," Modi said on X. ICC T20I Team of Year 2023: Four Indians in squad with Suryakumar as skipper The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the 2023 T20I Team of the Year and four Indians have managed to make the cut. Among the four Indians are: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryakumar Yadav, Ravi Bishnoi and Arshdeep Singh. Surya has been named the captain of the side as well. There is not a single player who managed to make it to the team from Australia, Pakistan, South Africa or Bangladesh. These two Indian films are still in contention at Oscars 2024 Last year this time, SS Rajamouli's RRR was making waves and collecting awards at various international film awards. RRR's hit song Naatu Naatu eventually created history at the Oscars 2023 as it earned the Best Original Song award, making it the first song of an Indian film to earn such an accolade. China, in comic strip, warns of ‘overseas’ threats to its rare earths China's chief intelligence agency posted on social media a comic strip featuring foreign-looking characters secretly extracting rare earths, in a story portraying the country's strategic metals under threat from covetous "overseas organisations". The comic strip, published on Sunday on the State Security Ministry's official WeChat account, showed security officers uncovering "suspicious" exploration and mapping activities by a group of people supposedly doing survey work for real estate development. Ram Mandir consecration: Key takeaways from Indian PM Modi's address Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Jan 22) expressed joy and congratulated devotees in a heartfelt speech at the 'Pran Prathistha' or consecration ceremony in Ram Mandir Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya where he said that Lord Ram will no longer stay in a tent but in a grand temple.

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