Here’s the weekly roundup of some of the top news stories from India and around the world.
Ashwini Vaishnaw, former IAS officer, made the new Minister for Railways; Communications; Electronics and Information Technology
Ashwini Vaishnaw has risen exponentially in the BJP ranks as he has been assigned to helm three ministries by PM Modi. Vaishnaw completed his M. Tech from IIT Kanpur and also cracked the IAS exam. He has vast experience in administration but is also a Rajya Sabha MP from Odisha. He also served as the private secretary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
The New IT Minister declares his agenda on the first day; says citizens must follow the “law of the land”
Ashwini Vaishnaw, the newly inducted Information Technology minister declared his stringent agenda by saying that “the law of the land should be abided by everyone.” This statement came after he visited the BJP general secretary (Organisation) at the party office in the capital. This remark sends a clear message to all digital stakeholders to stick to the new IT Rules.
Tribal rights activist Stan Swamy passed away under imprisonment; digital forensics claim evidence was fabricated against him
Father Stan Swamy was the oldest citizen to be arrested under the UAPA. One of the BK-16, he passed away in a hospital to which he was moved from jail post a 10-day delay. The authorities have perpetually delayed medical assistance to him while his bail pleas had been perpetually rejected. Digital forensics found that evidence against him was planted.
Tokyo under emergency 2 weeks before Olympics; the games to continue with restricted fanfare
As Tokyo has been witnessing a spike in Covid-19 cases, it has been put under emergency. The Olympics, however, are set to continue as planned. While overseas fans were banned from attending the games, local fans up to 50% capacity were allowed. That is likely to be revised now. The Olympics will end on 8th August.
Andy Jassy, a personality in total contrast with Jeff Bezos, officially became the new CEO of Amazon
Andrew R. Jassey became the new CEO of Amazon on July 5. Jassey joined Amazon in 1997 and had headed Amazon Web Services since its formation in 2003. He completed his MBA from Harvard Business School. The 52-year-old CEO carries a huge burden of paying heed to labor well-being and ethical considerations in the wake of Jeff Bezos.
The legendary Bollywood actor Dilip Kumar dead at 98, condolences poured in via Bollywood fraternity and PM Modi
When Dilip Kumar died in the wee hours on the 7th of July, 2021, Dr. Jalil Parkar, his pulmonologist was the first person to confirm the news. He breathed his last at Hinduja Hospital in Mumbai due to prolonged illness.
Vyjayanthimala, Ranbir Kapoor, Shah Rukh Khan offered condolences to the late actor. His wife, Saira Banu, teared up stating God has snatched her reason for living.
Booster Shot to counter Delta variant spread: Pfizer, BioNTech to seek authorization
To stop the spread of the highly contagious and fast-spreading virus variant Delta, Pfizer and its partner BioNTech plan to seek regulatory clearance for booster shots. Pfizer has announced that they will begin testing a booster shot specifically programmed to fight the Delta variant in August. However, Governments don’t seem to be in favor of it, not as of yet.
In UEFA EURO 2020 Semi-Final, England graces a close victory with 2-1 in Extra Time: Finals to happen against Italy at Wembley Stadium
England defeated Denmark in the semi-final and won the game to secure a place in the finals happening at Wembley Stadium. In the EURO 2020 final, England will play against Italy. The extra time decided the true winner.
Ever since 1966, this is the 1st major final England will be a part of. There were mixed emotions after England’s win in the semis.
OK, Google! But please take me the right way this time. Google Maps leads tourists in Udaipur to the middle of nowhere.
Tourists from Germany and Uttarakhand landed in a slush of mud in the middle of nowhere, credit goes to Google Maps, a trusted route-finding tool. The app suggested a faster route as an alternative and led to this. The car got stuck and the rescue process took more than 5 hours or so. So, the next time you trust Google Maps blindly, beware!
Massive Protests triggered as Gay Man was beaten to death outside Nightclub in Spain
3 people were arrested following the death of a Gay Man outside a nightclub in Spain. The 24-year-old Gay Man, Samuel Luiz was a Nursing Assistant and this attack is suspected to be a homophobic killing. Thousands across the country are protesting against the same. Massive protests are being witnessed.
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Entertainment
Upcoming OTT Releases 2024: Dive Into The Stream
With new releases on the bill every week, your favorite OTT platforms are constantly churning out content. Whether you’re into action, drama, romance, or mystery, you’ll find something for everyone on the most popular OTT services. So, all the couch potatoes, ditch the popcorn bucket, and queue up streaming. From nail-biting thrillers to heartwarming comedies, we have listed it all.
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Binge Alert! Upcoming OTT Releases to Gear Your February Fever
For the thrill seekers:
Mirzapur Season 3 (Prime Video)
The iconic web series is all set to return in the last week of March with its explosive blend of violence, crime, and vengeance Ali Fazal and Pankaj Tripathi give outstanding performances in Mirzapur’s struggle for control.
The Family Man Season 3 (Prime Video)
Manoj Bajpayee‘s Srikant Tiwari is back, juggling his double life as a middle-class man and a secret agent. Taking up from Season 2’s thrilling conclusion, this season promises to show us Srikant’s new challenges. Premiering by late 2024.
Special Ops Season 2 (Disney+ Hotstar)
Kay Kay Menon’s enigmatic Himmat Singh is back to unravel another intricate web of conspiracy, arriving by March 2024. Ops Season 2 will be a great addition to the comedy shows online, with a terrific cast and even funnier mishaps for the main characters.
Patak Lok Season 2 (Prime Video)
Everyone is excitedly waiting for the second season of the crime show Paatal Lok on Prime Video, which is anticipated to be released in 2024. In this series, Jaideep Ahlawat plays a police officer and Abhishek Banerjee plays Hathoda Tyagi, who is famous for his murders.
For the Laughter Fans:
Panchayat Season 3 (Prime Video)
The charming adventures of our beloved Panchayat Secretary Abhishek continue. This season promises hilarious situations, witty dialogue, and heartwarming stories from rural India. The season was all set to be released in Jan 2024 but got postponed till March 2024.
Mr. and Mrs. Smith (Prime Video)
An upcoming American spy comedy is all set to premiere on February 2, 2024. Upon landing jobs with a spy agency, two strangers discover their life is filled with espionage, wealth, and travel. It stars Glover and Maya Erskine.
Miss Perfect (Disney+Hotstar)
An obsessive clean freak is mistaken for a maid by a young professional. When she starts a new job, her obsession with tidiness causes chaos. The show, starring Lavanya Tripathi and Abhijeet, will premiere on February 2, 2024.
For the Drama Aficionados
Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives Season 3 (Netflix)
Bollywood wives are coming back with an all-new luxurious season. With a mix of drama and humor, the season will air in December 2024, promising more of the lavish lifestyles, close friendships, and fabulous adventures that people love watching.
Crushed (Amazon Mini TV)
The story revolves around two teenagers, Samvidhan (Sam) and Aadhya, who are both considered “sidekicks” in their high school, often overshadowed by their more popular friends. It is all set to release on February 9, 2024.
Delhi Crime Season 3 (Netflix)
Shefali Shah, as DCP Vartika Chaturvedi, returns to tackle another gruesome crime in Delhi. This season promises a gritty portrayal of police investigations, societal issues, and the relentless pursuit of justice.
For K-Drama Lovers:
All of Us Are Dead Season 2 (Netflix)
The widely acclaimed zombie post-apocalyptic K-drama, which made waves on Netflix, is a series about a group of students confronting the danger that depicts friendship and loyalty, where they face life-or-death situations. Season 2 is all set to release this year with a bang and all new crises.
Extraordinary Attorney Woo Season 2 (Netflix)
The first season was a huge hit, became a worldwide sensation, and was ranked as the sixth most-watched non-English series on Netflix. An official announcement for season 2 is in the air and is scheduled to premiere in 2024.
Squid Game 2 (Netflix)
The game is not over! Thriller and the most tragic journey takes you into the depths of human nature and desperation. Driven by debt and despair, they find themselves transported to a secluded location, stripped of their identities, and adorned in green tracksuits. The new season is all set to release in late 2024.
These shows are streaming on platforms such as Disney Plus Hotstar, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video. With so much variety across different languages and genres, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on OTT platforms in 2024. Happy streaming!
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Doraemon And Ninja Hattori Co-Creator Fujiko A. Fujio Passed Away At The Age Of 88
Born as Motoo Abiko in 1934 in the city of Himi, Fujiko A. Fujio passed away at the age of 88. He was found outside his home in the city of Kawasaki, near Tokyo.
How did Fujiko A. Fujio come up with the ideas?
Abiko met his co-creator Hiroshi Fujimoto when he transferred to the elementary school in Takaoka City and soon became friends. They formed their partnership in 1951 and used the Fujiko Fujio name from 1954. Together they created hit shows like Q-Taro, Doraemon, and Ninja Hattori. Most of their mangas were also made into cartoons and are still famous among the viewers.
Despite his long-term association, he once said that he is reluctant to read the Doraemon cartoons too closely.
He said,
I’ve been avoiding reading (them) as a protective measure because I’m influenced by them and think I can’t draw like this when I read them.
Abiko and Fujimoto’s partnership dissolved in 1987, citing creative differences. After that, Abiko started working on solo projects under Fujiko Studio K.K. and adopted the pen name that he is known for today, Fujiko A. Fujio.
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How To Apply For The Bharat Founders Fund
Bharat Founders Fund (BFF) was established by the founders and senior executives of several startups, including unicorns, who have joined forces to invest in pre-seed-stage companies.
What is the Bharat founders fund and how to apply for the Bharat Founders Fund?
Initiated by some of the world’s most successful Indian entrepreneurs, Bharat Founders Fund is an early-stage venture group comprised of Founders who are willing to back and support the future founders who are building for the country of Bharat.
In addition to Vidit Aatrey and Sanjeev Barnwal, cofounders of Meesho, Gazal Kalra, co-founder of Rivigo, and Cars24 cofounders Vikram Chopra, Mehul Agrawal, and Gajendra Singh, among the approximately 65 founders investing through Bharat Founders Fund are
This early-stage investment fund, which has already invested in twenty companies, will typically invest $100,000 to $200,000 on average in a wide range of early-stage startups and companies still in the concept stage.
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In addition to rolling in nature, the fund, which currently has a corpus of $20 million, will look to make 100 early-stage investments this year alone. Maanav Sagar and Sera Arora, partners at Investopad, manage the fund’s management.
There is no official announcement on how one can apply for the Bharat Founders Fund (BFF) yet.
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