Bihar govt may fall in a day or two, says BJP ally HAM (S)
New Delhi, INDIA(PTI) – BJP ally and Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular) leader Santosh Kumar Suman said on Friday that the Bihar government may fall in a day or two, amid indications that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar could snap ties with the INDIA bloc and return to the NDA.
Suman, who is an MLC and son of former Bihar chief minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, said the BJP has so far not categorically told his party about any impending alliance with the JD(U), which is headed by Kumar.
“It appears to me that this government will fall in a day or two,” he told PTI.
Amid deepening fissures in Kumar’s ties with the RJD and the Congress, BJP leaders have indicated that they are open to tie up with him again.
Amid deepening fissures in Kumar’s ties with the RJD and the Congress, BJP leaders have indicated that they are open to tie up with him again.
Earlier in the day, BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi said doors are never permanently closed to anyone in politics.
He told reporters, “As far as Kumar or the JD(U) are concerned, doors are never permanently closed in politics. Closed doors open when the time comes but whether they will open or not is for our central leadership to decide.” The BJP has been keeping in touch with its Bihar allies, including Manjhi, Chirag Paswan, Upendra Kushwaha and Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras, amid evolving political developments in the state.
Manjhi’s party has four MLAs who could play a critical role in the balance of power in the state.
He was part of the INDIA bloc earlier and Suman was a minister in the Bihar government. His party quit the grouping to join the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) last year.
BJP sources said the JD(U) joining their alliance will ensure that the NDA will sweep the Lok Sabha polls.
It won 39 of Bihar’s 40 seats in the 2019 elections.
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South Korea vs Malaysia score, result as Son Heung-min added-time goal not enough for victory in 2023 Asian Cup
QATAR(SN)- South Korea qualified for the Round of 16 of the 2023 Asian Cup after a gripping 3-3 draw with Malaysia on Thursday.
Despite a Son Heung-min go-ahead goal in injury time, Jurgen Klinsmann’s men could only finish second in their group as Malaysia battled 15 minutes after the 90 to steal an equaliser in a six-goal thriller.
In the first half, South Korea took the lead when VAR replays confirmed Jeong Woo-yeong’s bullet header had crossed the line before Syihan Hazmi could prevent it.
Malaysian players celebrating after scoring a goal against South Korea. Photo : Asian Cup X
However, Malaysia mounted a comeback with two goals in 11 minutes to open the second half. Faisal Halim cleverly deceived the South Korean defence, appearing to cross before skilfully finding the net with a tidy finish. Then, Arif Aiman earned a penalty, with thanks to VAR, and converted with ease to take the lead.
Malaysia’s misfortune began when Lee Kang-in free-kick struck the crossbar but rebounded off the goalkeeper into his own net. Son, the Tottenham skipper, then put South Korea ahead with a penalty early in stoppage time. He thought he had secured top spot in Group E, but that was before Romel Morales had Malaysia fans in euphoric celebration.
He brilliantly controlled the ball and scored with a clinical finish, earning Malaysia their first and only point in the competition. This saw Klinsmann’s men drop to runners-up in the group, with Bahrain claiming the top spot after defeating Jordan 1-0.
South Korea vs Malaysia final score
Final score
Goalscorers
South Korea
3
Jeong 21′, Lee 83′, Son 90+3′
Malaysia
3
Halim 51′, Aiman 62′, Morales 90+15′
FT: That’s all! What a six-goal thriller that was.
105th minute: GOAL! In the 15th minute of added time, Malaysia pull Korea back! It’s 3-3…this game has been something else.
94th minute: GOAL! Heung-min Son tucks it home and South Korea lead in added time.
93rd minute: Oh is sandwiched by two Malaysian defenders in the box and the referee goes over to the monitor to take a look. He gives it! Penalty to South Korea!
90th minute: A late VAR check for a penalty for South Korea…
83rd minute: GOAL! Korea are level! Kang-in Lee’s free-kick is saved well by Hazmi but the ball hits the underside of the bar and rebounds off the goalkeeper into the back of the net. It doesn’t get much unluckier than that.
74th minute: Some changes for Malaysia as they look to see this one out. Darren Lok makes way for Paulo Josue, who was born in Brazil.
67th minute: Faisal has a glorious opportunity to double Malaysia’s lead but he just can’t quite wrap his foot around the ball to curl it into the far corner.
62nd minute: GOAL! MALAYSIA LEAD! Aiman dispatches the penalty with ease. This has been a remarkable start to the second half. South Korea are now third in the group…
61st minute: PENALTY MALAYSIA! What a turnaround this is, they look a completely different team and can now take the lead.
58th minute: VAR check for a potential penalty to Malaysia…
51st minute: GOAL! Faisal Halim equalises for Malaysia, what a finish! Game on.
46th minute: The second half resumes…
HT: It’s South Korea that deservedly lead at the break. Malaysia have been organised at the back but will need to improve their attack if they’re to get something out of this game.
HT | 🇰🇷 Korea Republic 1️⃣-0️⃣ Malaysia 🇲🇾
☝️🆙 Jeong Woo-yeong's header has his side in front!
35th minute: Just the 80% possession for Korea in this first half, they’ve been utterly dominant so far but will want to expand on their one-goal lead.
30th minute: Malaysia have done well to steady the ship since falling behind but are lacking any sign of causing Korea problems.
24th minute: At first it looked like Hazmi had cleared the ball, but the replay showed that the ball had crossed the line before he could do so.
21st minute: GOAL! What a header from Woo-yeong Jeong to give South Korea the lead.
15th minute: Huge chance for Son! He breaks at pace and cuts onto his left foot before trying his luck. He forces Hazmi into a good save.
8th minute: Kang-In Lee is yet again looking like the danger man for South Korea as he’s the one making things happen.
4th minute: The Malaysia fans behind the goal are creating a great atmosphere in these early stages.
1st minute: South Korea get the game started.
5 minutes until kickoff: The national anthems are underway and kickoff is next.
30 minutes until kickoff: Team news is here!
South Korea (4-5-1): Hyeon-woo Jo; Young-woo Seol, Young-gwon Kim, Tae-hwan Kim, Min-jae Kim; In-beom Hwang, Jae-sung Lee, Woo-yeong Jeong, Kang-in Lee, Heung-min Son; Gue-sung Cho.
1 hour until kickoff: Korea boss Jurgen Klinsmann isn’t too fussed about who they play in the knockouts: “It doesn’t matter when you meet certain countries. They’re all very good. They’re all motivated, they all fight and they’re all emotional.”
2 hours until kickoff: Last time out for the Korea Republic…
South Korea vs Malaysia lineups
South Korea projected starting lineup (4-4-2, left to right): Hyeon-woo (GK) — Young-woo, Seung-hyun, Min-jae, Jin-su — Kang-in, Jin-seop, Woo-yeong, Jae-sung — Hyeon-gyu, Heung-min.
South Korea subs: To be confirmed
Skipper Matthew Davies is set to make his 50th appearance for Malaysia.
Malaysia projected starting lineup (5-3-2, left to right): Hazmi (GK) — Davies, Tan, Cools, Eldstal, Corbin-Ong — Fazail, Gan, Halim — Morales, Lok.
Malaysia subs: To be confirmed
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ICC Awards 2023 :Virat Kohli clinches the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year Award for the fourth time
New Delhi (ICC) – Veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli was crowned the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023 for his exceptional year in the 50-over format.
Virat Kohli, who was named the Player of the Tournament at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, has also been honored as the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023.
Throughout the year, Kohli showcased outstanding batting performances, particularly during the home World Cup, where he set a new record for the highest run tally. His exceptional contributions significantly contributed to India’s journey to the final match.
Virat Kohli built on his comeback in 2022 with a spectacular 2023, where he found peak form in ODIs, and capped it off with a Player of the Tournament performance at the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
India’s No.3 smashed at least a half-century in nine of his 11 innings at the World Cup, finishing with a mind-blowing 765 runs, the most ever scored by an individual batter at a men’s Cricket World Cup, going past the previous record set by Sachin Tendulkar in 2003.
Kohli finished the tournament with an average of 95.62 and a strike rate of 90.31, with three centuries including one in the semi-final against New Zealand.
He completed a record tally of 50 ODI hundreds with his knock in the semi-final, making him the leading century-hitter in the format’s history.
While he ended the tournament with another half-century in the final, it didn’t lead India to a victory and the stunned silence that followed his dismissal in Ahmedabad in the final was a testimony to how big Kohli was to India’s chances at the title win.
He finished the year with 1377 runs at an average of 72.47, recording six centuries and eight half-centuries in 24 innings.
Virat Kohli Achieves Record for Most ICC Awards Globally
In a historic achievement, Indian cricket maestro Virat Kohli has secured the most ICC (International Cricket Council) awards globally, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s all-time greats. Kohli’s remarkable feat underscores his consistent excellence and unparalleled contribution to the game.
Throughout his illustrious career, Kohli has been a standout performer across all formats of the game. His unwavering commitment to excellence and relentless pursuit of success have set him apart as a cricketing icon on the global stage.
The announcement comes as a testament to Kohli’s exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. With his unmatched skills and extraordinary leadership, Kohli has not only inspired countless fans but has also set new benchmarks in the world of cricket.
Virat Kohli has made history by becoming the inaugural cricketer to clinch the ICC ODI Player of the Year award four times. Additionally, he holds the record for the highest number of runs scored by an individual in an ODI World Cup. Photo AP
Acknowledging the prestigious accolade, Kohli expressed gratitude to his fans, teammates, and the cricketing fraternity for their unwavering support and encouragement throughout his journey. He also credited his coaches, mentors, and support staff for their invaluable guidance and mentorship.
As Kohli continues to redefine the boundaries of cricketing excellence, his legacy as one of the most celebrated cricketers of all time remains firmly etched in the annals of sporting history. His remarkable achievements serve as an inspiration to aspiring cricketers worldwide, reaffirming the transformative power of passion, perseverance, and dedication in realizing one’s dreams.
High-Profile Republicans Push Texas to Defy Supreme Court Border Ruling
BY NIKKI MCCANN RAMIREZ
Texas, US(RS)- House Speaker Mike Johnson has thrown his support behind Greg Abbott as the Texas governor continues to defy the Biden administration following a Supreme Court ruling granting the federal government authority to remove swaths of razor wire installed at the southern border by the state.
On Monday, the conservative-controlled court determined in a 5-4 ruling that the Biden administration can remove concertina wire Texas installed at various points of their border with Mexico. The coils of wire have been linked to slews of injuries of undocumented migrants.
In response to the ruling, Abbott — who for months now has been escalating his feud with the Biden administration over border security — issued a statement on Wednesday declaring that “the federal government has broken the compact between the United States and the States.”
“I have already declared an invasion under Article I, $ 10, Clause 3 to invoke Texas’s constitutional authority to defend and protect itself. That authority is the supreme law of the land and supersedes any federal statutes to the contrary,” Abbott wrote.
Mike Johnson (R-La.) publicly backed Abbott late Wednesday night, writing on X (formerly Twitter) that the Republican-controlled House of Representatives “will do everything in its power to back him up.” The Speaker’s endorsement follows declarations from the Republican governors of several other states and lawmakers in Congress who also threw their support behind Abbott. Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin (R), Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (R), Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt (R), and Georgia Governor Brian Kemp (R), all publicly backed Abbot in statements released on social media.
I stand with Governor Abbott. The House will do everything in its power to back him up.
“This opinion is unconscionable and Texas should ignore it on behalf of the [Border Patrol Union] agents who will be put in a worse position by the opinion and the Biden administration’s policies,” Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) wrote on X Tuesday night.
“My thoughts are that the feds are staging a civil war, and Texas should stand their ground,” added Rep. Clay Higgins (R-La.)
“The next step: holding Secretary Mayorkas accountable,”Speaker Johnson added, referencing House Republicans’ ongoing efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
In September of last year, federal district Judge David Alan Ezra ruled against Texas in a separate case concerning the fate of floating river barriers installed by Texas in the Rio Grande. Ezra wrote in his decision that Texas’ claim of authority to unilaterally declare an “invasion” of the state “would give the Governor of Texas more power than is possessed by the President of the United States without authorization from Congress.”
“The Texas Governor could essentially declare and wage war indefinitely at the Texas Border without Congressional authorization or oversight of any kind,” the ruling explained in a footnote. “The Court notes that Texas has the right to defend itself from imminent armed invasions. However, this authority to act independently only lasts until resources of the federal government can reach the invasion. Texas may not claim self defense from invasion at the border to justify a long-term usurping of Congressional authority.”
Earlier this month, the Texas National Guard seized control of Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, denying entry to federal Border Patrol authorities. The seizure followed an emergency order by Abbott granting the state guard “full control” of the park, over the objections of local officials and the federal government. The Biden administration asked the Supreme Court to intervene after the hyper-conservative 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily blocked federal authorities from removing or destroying the barriers. The nation’s highest court ruled in the Biden administration’s favor earlier this week.
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National Voters Day : Prime Minister extends greetings on the occasion of National Voters Day
New Delhi, INDIA (DT) -The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended greetings on the occasion of National Voters Day.
The Prime Minister posted on X;
Greetings on National Voters Day, an occasion which celebrates our vibrant democracy and also a day to encourage people to register as voters, if they haven’t already.
At 11 AM, I will address the Nav Matdata Sammelan, which will bring together first time voters from across… https://t.co/LKSe19BddR
“Greetings on National Voters Day, an occasion which celebrates our vibrant democracy and also a day to encourage people to register as voters, if they haven’t already.
At 11 AM, I will address the Nav Matdata Sammelan, which will bring together first time voters from across India.”
In his remarks, he emphasized, “You have become an integral part of the democratic system by having your names registered in the voter list. Your enrollment coincides with a crucial period for our nation, known as its ‘Amrit Kaal’ or transformative phase.”
Modi underscored the responsibility of the new voters in contributing to the vision of a developed India by the year 2047. “You all have a significant opportunity to shape how your names will be remembered in the annals of a prosperous India. The pace, direction, and approach will be influenced by your decisions, with voting serving as a crucial medium,” he stated.
75th Republic Day French : President Macron to arrive in India, will tour pink city, Jaipur with PM Modi today
New Delhi, INDIA (DT)- French President Emmanuel Macron has landed in India to partake in the grand celebrations of the 75th Republic Day. The visit holds significance as the two nations aim to strengthen bilateral ties and explore areas of mutual interest.
President Macron is scheduled to engage in a joint tour of the historic city of Jaipur with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The tour aims to foster cultural exchange and cooperation between France and India.
A red carpet welcome including a parade of decorated elephants awaited Macron after landing in Jaipur in Rajasthan, where he will be hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a state banquet in a 19th-century maharaja’s palace.
A Modi-Macron roadshow ‘Sobha Yatra’ has been planned from the iconic Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) to Sanganeri Gate with a stopover at Hawa Mahal.
The French President’s presence at the Republic Day parade showcases the enduring friendship between the two nations and underscores the importance of diplomatic relations in today’s interconnected world.
French President Emmanuel Macron received a warm welcome upon his arrival in the historic city of Jaipur, with Governor of Rajasthan Kalraj Mishra, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal extending their greetings. Photo MEA
This visit comes amidst a backdrop of shared commitments to global challenges, and both leaders are expected to discuss crucial issues ranging from climate change to economic collaboration.
Stay tuned for updates on the collaborative initiatives expected to emerge from this significant meeting between the leaders of France and India.
French President Emmanuel Macron received a warm welcome upon his arrival in the historic city of Jaipur, with Governor of Rajasthan Kalraj Mishra, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal extending their greetings. Photo MEA
Sri Lankan State Minister Sanath Nishantha and another killed in car accident
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA (PTI)- Sri Lankan state minister Sanath Nishantha and a constable from his security team died in a car crash on a highway on Thursday morning, the police said.
Sri Lanka Police in a statement said the SUV in which the 48-year-old state minister for water supplies was travelling crashed onto the rear end of a freight container truck heading to Colombo at 2 am.
The driver of the vehicle sustained serious injuries and was admitted to the Ragama hospital, News First Lanka quoted the police as saying.
Myanmar army plane skids off runway in Mizoram Airport, India 8 injured
Aizwal, Jan 23 (EFE).- A Myanmar military plane crash-landed at an airport in northeast India on Tuesday, injuring at least eight crew members, according to Indian police.
The cargo aircraft, with 14 crew members including the pilots on board, veered off the runway at Lengpui Airport in the bordering state of Mizoram and crashed into nearby woods, Deputy Superintendent of Police Lalduata Hmar told EFE.
Hmar said eight crew members sustained injuries and were transported to the nearby Lengpui village health center for medical attention.
The police officer said the plane had arrived to pick up 92 Myanmar army personnel who had recently entered India after fleeing their homeland.
Many soldiers have crossed the porous border between India and Myanmar to reach Mizoram, where they have handed over weapons to the Indian Army.
The four northeast Indian states – Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram – share a more than 1,600-km-long border with strife-torn Myanmar, which is currently caught in a bloody civil war, triggered by the 2021 military coup.
The civil unrest in Myanmar has heightened tensions in border areas adjacent to India, leading to thousands of Myanmar people seeking refuge in India to escape airstrikes launched by the military in response to the rebel offensive.
According to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), since the rebel offensive in Myanmar began on Oct. 27, approximately 90,000 people have been displaced from their homes. EFE
Inter Milan Shatters Records With Italian Super Cup Win Over Napoli
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA(Forbs)-It was always meant to be him. Lautaro Martinez swept in Benjamin Pavard’s assist to win Inter Milan their third consecutive Italian Super Cup. The Nerazzurri captain’s 21st goal of the season was enough to beat Napoli in Riyadh, clinching the first of three possible trophies as coach Simone Inzaghi charges towards the 2023-24 Serie A title and launches another assault on the UEFAEFA -0.6% Champions League.
Chaos reigned at Al-Awaal Park as Napoli’s Geovanni Simeone was sent from the field with half an hour remaining, cautioned for a second time after fouling Francesco Acerbi. With the game in the balance, and with Inter laying siege, Martinez finally found himself unmarked in front of Pierluigi Gollini’s goal with enough space to thrash in the 91st-minute killer blow. The Argentine joins Samuel Eto’o, Andriy Shevchenko, Carlos Tevez and Alessandro Del Piero as the joint second-highest goalscorer (3) in Super Cup history, one behind Paolo Dybala.
With victory, Inzaghi has overtaken Fabio Capello and Marcello Lippi, two legends of Italian football, for Supercoppa wins. Including his coaching spell with Lazio, the 47-year-old has taken five of the past seven titles. Inzaghi also set another record by winning his fifth final at Inter, overtaking Helenio Herrera and Roberto Mancini, who both received four.
“There are no secrets really, you need a great team, which I have at Inter and had before with Lazio,” Inzaghi told Mediaset. “I was optimistic, but only to a certain degree, because usually you have a week or more to prepare for a Final and we didn’t have that here.”
A former striker best known for scoring 70 goals in Serie A, Inzaghi was part of the title-winning Lazio squad, led by Sven-Göran Eriksson, that defeated Marcello Lippi’s Inter 4-3 in the 2000 Super Cup Final. Following his retirement in 2010, he then returned to the Biancocelesti in a managerial capacity in 2016 and seized his first two Super Cups in 2017 and 2019 with success over Juventus on both occasions.
Grow app glitch : Customers faced inconvenience due to technical issues in the Grow app, expressing their dissatisfaction on social media
Mumbai, INDIA(DT)- Users of the Grow app encountered issues as the stock market opened on Tuesday morning. On the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Groww users reported experiencing technical difficulties. Numerous users mentioned being unable to log in to the app.
A user named Bhamar Singh expressed, growapp is crashed today and Ican’t access my demat account and I face almost 16000 INR loose just because service is unavailable #groww Many attempts failed to contact groww service and no response please don’t use #groww app
Anurag Sharma expressed, “I believe Grow’s servers are down. I can’t log in; is anyone else facing issues?” Amar Singh also shared his concern, stating, “The Grow app is malfunctioning. I cannot log in. This indicates that something is amiss.”
Rishi Shrivastva wrote, “Make ur app more rigid and resilient.serously many times stuck in situations where i was not able to purchase any stock, I had balance on my #Groww wallet but it was showing no amt u hv, Bookmarks disappear many times in a day whereas you have up to date app at grow.
#GrowwDown Make ur app more rigid and resilient.serously many times stuck in situations where i was not able to purchase any stock, I had balance on my #Groww wallet but it was showing no amt u hv, Bookmarks disappear many times in a day whereas you have up to date app @_growwpic.twitter.com/2Z9VcxW3Yi
Soumojit Ghosh wrote on his twitter/ x Anyone else struggling with @_groww since 9:15AM to till now?? “Something went wrong” seems stuck on repeat. What’s going on? Fix it & let us invest already!. He tag to SEBI and NSE, BSE for #growwdown #LetsTradeagain @NSEIndia @BSEIndia
“Some Grow users experienced difficulties logging in, while others expressed frustration over being unable to check their balance or execute orders. Additionally, some users shared memes on Twitter/x.”
Groww recently communicated a suspension in its service for investing in US stocks. In a message to its customers, Groww stated that new investments in US stocks would be discontinued after February 27, 2024.
According to NSE data, Groww emerged as India’s leading broker with 76 million active clients in December, surpassing Zerodha’s client base of 67.3 million. Together, these two major brokers command over one-third of the market share. Angel One secures the third position, holding approximately 14.8% of the market share.
