Siddhant Kumar

Siddhant Kumar is a young, energetic journalist who likes to cover stories that will touch the minds and hearts of his readers. Siddhant has over five years of experience in news coverage including reporting, analysis and feature writing. Siddhant covers both breaking news stories as well as social issue articles. He deeply cares to present his readers with accurate and thought-provoking content thus leaving a track record behind within this ever-changing world of journalism and reporting.

Brad Pitt in Negotiations for Leading Role in Quentin Tarantino's Final Film, 'The Movie Critic'
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The specifics of the deal remain uncertain, and Tarantino has been tight-lipped about the project. However, it is reported that 'The Movie Critic' is set in southern California during the 1970s, focusing on a cynical film reviewer. The film is rumored to draw inspiration from the life of Pauline Kael, the late New Yorker writer and influential film critic.
Zuckerberg Claims Apple Impedes Rival App Stores in EU, Making It 'Very Difficult'
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During Meta's fourth-quarter earnings call, Zuckerberg expressed skepticism about the impact of Apple's changes on Meta, noting, "I don't think that the Apple thing is going to have any difference for us. Because I think that the way they have implemented it, I would be very surprised if any developer chose to go into the alternative app stores that they have."
Amazon Achieves Record-breaking $140 Billion in Net Sales During the Holiday Quarter
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The net income for the fourth quarter of 2023 also witnessed a substantial rise, reaching $10.6 billion, in stark contrast to $0.3 billion in the fourth quarter of the previous year. The Amazon Web Services (AWS) segment saw a noteworthy 13% year-over-year increase in sales, amounting to $24.2 billion.
Renowned Actress-Model Poonam Pandey Passes Away After Battle with Cancer
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Today marks a difficult morning for us as we share the heartbreaking news of losing our beloved Poonam to this relentless illness. Her life was characterized by pure love and kindness towards every living being she encountered.
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Jadeja and Shami Likely to Miss Rest of Test Series Against England
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Typically, a hamstring injury takes around four weeks to heal, which could potentially rule Jadeja out of the entire series. The final Test is scheduled to be held in Dharamsala from March 7-11. In the first Test, despite the injury, Jadeja delivered impressive performances with the ball and contributed significantly with the bat.
IMF Managing Director Highlights India's Success Grounded in Pursuit of Reforms Over the Years
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She identified India's digital initiatives, including digital public infrastructure, digital ID, and the emphasis on making digital a comparative strength, as significant advantages. Georgieva commended India for recognizing the need to enhance female participation in the labor market and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's commitment to empowering Indian women economically.
Partnership with India Ranks Among the Most Consequential Relationships, Affirms US
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State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller, speaking at a daily news conference, highlighted that the collaboration with India is among the most consequential relationships for the United States.
India Settles Annual UN Dues at $32M, Secures Spot on 'Honour Roll'
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Among the 193 UN member states, only 36, including India, met the deadline for their annual assessment payment to the UN's general budget, as reported by the UN General Assembly's Committee on Contributions.
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Israeli Army Frees 114 Palestinians Detained in Gaza Ground Operation
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According to a Palestinian security source at the Gaza border authority, some of the released individuals had to be transported to Najjar Hospital in Rafah city due to deteriorating health conditions. During the ground operation in the Gaza Strip, the Israeli army detained numerous Palestinians, relocating them to undisclosed locations, as reported by the Euro-Med Human Rights monitor, as cited in a Xinhua news agency report.
Super Bowl Ad Surprise: Lionel Messi Joins Forces with 'Ted Lasso' Star Jason Sudeikis
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Joining Messi in the commercial are 'Ted Lasso' actor and producer Jason Sudeikis, along with NFL Hall of Famer Dan Marino. The beach-themed spot captures Messi's impressive moves as he anticipates his next glass of Michelob Ultra.
Health Concerns Prompt Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas to Relocate from $20M Mansion
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The couple purchased the luxurious property in September 2019 for $20 million, featuring seven bedrooms, nine bathrooms, and various amenities such as a chef’s kitchen, indoor basketball court, home theater, and more. However, issues with the pool and spa emerged around April 2020, including "porous waterproofing" that led to mold contamination.
Centre's Tax Revenue Distribution: Uttar Pradesh and Bihar Expected to Receive Lion's Share
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In contrast, Tamil Nadu, where the ruling party DMK has voiced concerns about perceived unequal treatment from the Central government in tax revenue sharing, is slated to receive Rs 49,754.95 crore. This places Tamil Nadu after Rajasthan, which is expected to receive Rs 73,504.11 crore, and Odisha, set to get Rs 55,231.76 crore.
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RBI Announces 97.5% Return of Rs 2,000 Banknotes: Latest Update on Currency Circulation
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Since the withdrawal announcement, the facility for the exchange of Rs 2,000 banknotes has been accessible at the 19 Issue Offices of the Reserve Bank. Notably, starting from October 9, 2023, these RBI Issue Offices have also been accepting Rs 2,000 banknotes from individuals and entities for deposit into their bank accounts.
India Maintains Silence on Internal Political Situation in Maldives: No Official Comment
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The MDP's decision to pursue impeachment stems from clashes in Parliament on Sunday, where pro-government MPs and opposition lawmakers clashed over the approval of four members of Muizzu's cabinet.
Government Sets FY'25 Disinvestment Target at Rs 50,000 Crore; Expected to Receive Rs 30,000 Crore in the Current Fiscal Year
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With respect to disinvestment, the government has thus far collected Rs 12,504 crore in the current fiscal year through minority stake sales in 7 Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), including notable entities like Coal India, NHPC, RVNL, and IREDA. The government aims to generate a total of Rs 30,000 crore from disinvestment by March.
Government Unveils Housing Scheme to Assist Middle Class in Homeownership, Targets 2 Crore Additional Rural Houses: FM Sitharaman
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Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the implementation of the PM Awas Yojana (Grameen) has continued, with the government nearing the target of three crore houses. To address the increasing demand due to the rise in the number of families, the government aims to take up the construction of an additional two crore houses in the next five years.
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Government Unveils Rs 1 Lakh Crore Corpus, Offers 50-Year Interest-Free Loans for Tech-Savvy Youth
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Sitharaman highlighted the importance of innovation for development, especially for the tech-savvy youth, referring to this period as a "golden era" for them. The corpus of Rs 1 lakh crore will offer 50-year interest-free loans, providing long-term financing at low or nil interest rates for the private sector to enhance research in sunrise sectors.
Sensex Records Slip Following Presentation of Interim Budget
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Maruti experienced a gain of over 3%, and Powergrid increased by more than 2%. However, Ultratech Cement and L&T witnessed a decline of more than 1%. V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Financial Services, noted that while both the Federal Reserve's decision and the Budget would impact the market, the primary focus would be on the Budget.
Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Reunite in Show of Support for Daughter North West
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Although Kim and Kanye appeared amicable during the dinner, they chose to arrive separately. Kim, accompanied by North and her friends, showcased a unique style with a tiny crop top held together by buckles, revealing her well-toned torso. She paired it with furry black trousers and a matching long coat.
Jake Gyllenhaal Takes an Ice Bath in Candid Photos from His Latest Film
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The collection of photos features a selfie with the stunt team and glimpses of Gyllenhaal's workout routines and on-set filming. In a caption accompanying the pictures, Gyllenhaal expressed gratitude for the incredible crew and the fantastic team capturing moments during the film's time in the Dominican Republic. He teased, "So much more to come!"
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Finance Minister Expresses Hope for Another Resounding Mandate as Government Awaits Public Support
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Highlighting India's resilience in the face of challenges, she emphasized the country's ability to overcome the hurdles posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and laid the groundwork for a self-reliant India.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg Issues Apology to Families During US Social Media Hearing
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During the hearing, Snap CEO Evan Spiegel shared that 20 million teenagers use Snapchat in the US, with around 200,000 parents utilizing its Family Center supervision controls. Snapchat's Family Center allows parents to monitor their teens' friends and communications on the app. Approximately 400,000 teen accounts have been linked to a parent's account through Family Center.
January Sees Manufacturing Growth Reach Four-Month High Amid Sustained Strong Demand
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The Manufacturing PMI rose to 56.9 in January from 54.9 the previous month, and the services industry also saw an acceleration in activity, with its PMI rising to 61.2 from 59.0 in December.
Political Tensions Escalate in Maldives as Ruling and Opposition Parties Engage in Blame Game Following Prosecutor General's Attack
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In response, Home Minister Ali Ihusan challenged Solih to provide evidence supporting the claim of a politically motivated attack. Ihusan stated that the Maldives police are currently investigating the case and requested Solih to share any credible information he possesses with the authorities.
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China and Maldives Forge Mutual Visa Cooperation Agreement to Enhance Tourist Inflow
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According to Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin, China's visa-free "circle of friends" is expanding, and numerous countries have officially entered the "visa-free era." He highlighted that China has already concluded mutual visa exemption agreements for different passports with 157 countries.
Former CM Hemant Soren Appeals to Jharkhand High Court
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The day witnessed swift developments as Hemant Soren tendered his resignation to the Governor at Raj Bhavan, and the ruling coalition members chose senior JMM leader and Transport Minister Champai Soren as his successor. The ED had been questioning Hemant Soren at his residence and informed him of his arrest due to dissatisfaction with his answers.
RBI Prohibits Paytm Payments Bank from Accepting Deposits Beyond February 29
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The RBI, in a statement on Wednesday, stated that withdrawal or utilization of balances by PPBL customers from various accounts, including savings bank accounts, current accounts, prepaid instruments, FASTags, National Common Mobility Cards, etc., will be permitted without restrictions up to their available balance. However, the bank will not be allowed to provide other banking services such as fund transfers (regardless of the name and nature of services like AEPS, IMPS, etc.), BBPOU, and UPI facility after February 29, 2024.
Jan Sees a 10.4% Surge in GST Collections, Reaching Rs 1,72,129 Crore
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The government disbursed Rs 43,552 crore to CGST (Central Goods and Services Tax) and Rs 37,257 crore to SGST (State Goods and Services Tax) from the Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) collection.
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High-Level Meeting Among Top INDIA Bloc Leaders Convenes Following Hemant Soren's Arrest
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Hemant Soren's Jharkhand Mukti Morcha is a vital constituent of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), a coalition formed by over two dozen opposition parties uniting against the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections scheduled for April-May.
Netanyahu Affirms IDF Presence in Gaza, Emphasizes Strategic Approach to Hostage Negotiations
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Addressing the ongoing mediation efforts by Qatar, Egypt, and the US for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas, Netanyahu acknowledged progress in the negotiations. However, he clarified that Israel would not agree to a complete cessation of hostilities, stating, "We are working on another outline for the release of hostages, and that won’t be at any cost."
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