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India and the UK have finalized a Free Trade Agreement that will slash tariffs on whisky, cars, medical devices, and more. Indian exports get almost full tariff-free access to the UK, while UK products like cars and spirits become cheaper for Indian consumers. The deal is set to double bilateral trade and boost jobs.

India and the UK are restarting FTA negotiations in February 2025, with top ministers meeting in Delhi to push a trade pact. Their goal: double trade to $120 billion by 2030, cut tariffs, boost key sectors, and ease rules for Indian workers in Britain.

Met Gala 2025 doubles down on strict rules like no selfies, no smoking, and even a ban on onions. Only adults can attend this star-studded event, which celebrates tailored black style. Organizers want to preserve the gala’s exclusive, artistic vibe, especially after prior incidents tested the boundaries.

Islamabad United started their PSL 2025 season with a dominant 8-wicket victory over Lahore Qalandars, with Jason Holder’s powerful bowling putting Lahore on the back foot and a strong chase led by Colin Munro and Salman Agha sealing the win in Rawalpindi.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned the cricket world by debuting for Rajasthan Royals at just 14, all while managing his high school exams. The IPL 2024 season also saw teenagers like Ayush Mhatre, Kwena Maphaka, and Avanish Aravelly Rao making headlines for teams such as CSK and Mumbai Indians.

Bank of Baroda is offering 1,267 Specialist Officer vacancies for 2025, with online applications open from December 28, 2024 to January 17, 2025. Eligible graduates with banking experience can apply. The selection process includes an online test, group discussion, and personal interview.

iPhone 16e debuts with the A18 chip, a longer 26-hour battery, and new smart features—at a $100 lower starting price than the iPhone 15. Still, the 15 wins on camera hardware and brighter display. Here’s how the two models stack up if you’re planning an upgrade.

After BJD's shock defeat in Odisha Elections 2024, Naveen Patnaik rejected claims that VK Pandian would succeed him, stating the people will decide. The BJP swept the polls, while Pandian, targeted as an outsider, quit active politics. Patnaik stoked debate by defending Pandian’s service during crises.

Rockstar has confirmed GTA 6 is now set for a May 2026 release after shutting down a viral September 2025 leak. The iconic game's delay follows a series of shifting dates, with Rockstar citing quality assurance as its top reason for the move. Fans are left divided over the news.

CBSE may announce the Class 10 and 12 board exam results for 2025 earlier than expected, possibly on May 2 for Class 10 and May 7 for Class 12. The evaluation is nearly complete and results will be made available on official CBSE portals and DigiLocker.