‘Fighter,’ directed by Siddharth Anand and starring Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan, has been generating positive buzz and hot topics since its announcement.
The filmmaker, whose career began with the smash hit Pathaan last year, has stated his desire for the same enthusiastic reaction from audiences for his latest picture, Fighter.
The film’s action-packed teaser and popular songs have already sent it soaring in the charts, but the director added fuel to the fire by discussing his fond memories of 2023 and his eagerness to kick off the new year with Fighter.
I pause to reflect as the new year winds down,” Siddharth Anand posted on social media. That year, 2023, when my life took a dramatic turn. Anxiety and uneasiness were prevalent at the outset. Amidst a multitude of factors working against it, my film PATHAAN was set to release. During that time, the term “boycott Bollywood” referred to something extremely strange. It was thought that Hindi films would never be successful. Finally, the day arrived. January 25th. I was awake at seven in the morning. After the cast and crew screening at 3:30 in the morning, I went to bed at 3:30. Just woke up and felt dead. Just now, the first show had begun.

While waiting for the public reviews, Siddharth and Mama went to see their friend Jayu, as Siddharth put it further. The reviews began to roll in as we lounged on his deck. Everyone agreed it was a BLOCKBUSTER. I could no longer remain seated. It was decided to go to the theater and watch how people reacted. For the first time ever, I didn’t get to see the full film in the theater. I was able to feel the audience’s energy level for the first half an hour. It was really unique. Afterwards, the footage began to flood in. As the audience gets up and dances to Jhoome Jo Pathaan in the theater. A new era began. In the year 2023, Pathaan became an all-time blockbuster. Let the new year begin! Watch it at the theater! “On January 25.”
On January 25, 2024, “Fighter” will hit theaters.

Soon, Realme Note 50 4G may launch in India. The corporation has not verified the model, but phone data have leaked online. A tipster predicts the phone’s launch in the country and leaks its pricing. Key specs of the alleged phone have been disclosed and spotted on certification sites. The Realme Note 50 may be an entry-level 4G phone.

PassionateGeekz reported that the Realme Note 50 4G was found on EEC and NBTC certification sites with model number RMX3834. The phone may launch in India and other markets soon. Reportedly, the phone may cost between Rs. 7,000 and Rs. 8,000 in India.

A Unisoc chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, 4GB of virtual RAM, and 64GB of onboard storage are expected in the Realme Note 50 4G. Likely to come with Realme T UI. A 6.67-inch HD+ LCD screen and dual back camera with a 13-megapixel primary lens and 0.8-megapixel secondary sensor are reported. The waterdrop notch front camera slot should hold a 5-megapixel sensor. The report offered no additional information.

Realme released the Realme C67 5G in India, priced at Rs. 13,999 for 4GB + 128GB and Rs. 14,999 for 6GB + 128GB. It is available in Dark Purple and Sunny Oasis colors. In Indonesia, the business released the Realme C67 4G variant.

The business has teased a new smartphone for India. Realme plans to unveil the new smartphone on January 3 in the country. It may be the Realme 12 Pro or 12 Pro+ and have a periscope lens.

Akbaruddin Owaisi: A Controversial Figure in Indian Politics

Akbaruddin Owaisi is a prominent Indian politician, known for his fiery speeches, strong opinions, and leadership of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) party. He has served as the Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) for Chandrayangutta constituency in Hyderabad, Telangana, since 1999 and is currently the party’s floor leader in the Telangana Legislative Assembly.

Rise to prominence:

Born in 1970, Owaisi comes from a family of politicians. His father, Sultan Salahuddin Owaisi, was the founder of the AIMIM party, and his elder brother, Asaduddin Owaisi, is the party president. Akbaruddin entered politics in the late 1990s and quickly gained recognition for his charismatic personality and oratorical skills.

Political views:

Owaisi is a vocal critic of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its Hindu nationalist ideology. He champions the rights of Muslims and other minorities in India, often raising issues of discrimination and marginalization. He has also been critical of the Indian government’s policies on Kashmir and the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).

Controversies:

Owaisi’s outspoken nature has often landed him in controversy. He has been accused of making inflammatory speeches, promoting communalism, and inciting violence. Some of his past remarks have been deemed offensive by Hindu groups, leading to protests and legal cases.

Supporters and critics:

Owaisi has a strong base of support among Muslims in India, who see him as a powerful advocate for their rights. He is also popular among secular and progressive sections of Indian society who appreciate his outspoken criticism of the BJP government. However, his critics accuse him of being divisive and polarizing, arguing that his rhetoric harms interfaith harmony in India.

Future prospects:

Owaisi remains a significant figure in Indian politics, with the potential to play a major role in the future. His party, the AIMIM, has expanded its footprint beyond Hyderabad in recent years, winning seats in other states like Maharashtra and Bihar. Owaisi’s political future will likely depend on his ability to broaden his appeal beyond his core Muslim base and forge alliances with other secular and progressive forces in India.

Additional points to consider:

• Owaisi is a lawyer by profession and holds a bachelor’s degree in law from Osmania University.
• He is a prolific speaker and writer, and has published several books and articles on various social and political issues.
• Owaisi is married and has two children.

There are long lines at gas stations in several states as truck drivers stage a statewide protest against the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Fears that the continuing truckers’ strike may interrupt the fuel supply chain, rather than fuel price spikes, are driving this demand surge. Essential supplies could also run out if the demonstrations continue, which is a major concern.

The new BNS’s punishment for hit-and-run accidents has sparked protests in several states, including Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Punjab, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh.

According to PTI, truckers in Maharashtra held ‘rasta roko’ demonstrations at various venues on Monday, mostly in opposition to the harsh fines and penalties that motorists face under the hit-and-run clause of the newly passed penal code. Tanker drivers in the Nashik area stopped what they were doing and parked more than a thousand cars near the village of Panewadi, which is a gasoline depot hub.

The Reasons Behind Truckers’ Protests

Protests have persisted because people are unhappy with the BNS, which replaced the Indian Penal Code that was in effect during colonial rule. Drivers responsible for major accidents who do not report them face severe penalties under the law, which include fines and prison terms of up to ten years.

Many people who work with commercial cars, like truckers, taxi drivers, and others, are worried that they won’t be able to pay such astronomical fines if they are ever involved in an accident.

Protesters in Navi Mumbai attacked a police officer at the NRI police station in Nerul, turning the agitation into a violent incident. To regain control, the police resorted to force, which resulted in the detention of forty truck drivers. According to PTI, 400 individuals in Kalamboli staged a ‘rasta roko’ on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway, calling for the new provision to be dropped.

Remarks on Hit-and-Run Accidents from the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Fatalities caused by careless driving or hit-and-run incidents are punishable under the BNS. Two provisions are added to the law under Section 104 after it has been approved by Parliament and obtained the President’s assent. The first carries a fine and a possible prison sentence of seven years for reckless or negligently causing death. The second may result in a fine and a maximum sentence of 10 years if the offender flees the site of the crime or fails to report it. The old law, Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, which allowed for fines or prison terms of up to two years for comparable acts, has been superseded by the new statute.

“(1) Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine,” according to the first section.

“(2) Whoever causes the death of any person by doing any rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide and escapes from the scene of incident or fails to report the incident to a Police officer or Magistrate soon after the incident, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description of a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine,” according to the second section.

The Opposition’s Views on BNS’s Hit-and-Run Provision

While discussing the protests and their impact on drivers’ life, Gyansingh Yadav, a cab driver from Bhopal, broke down in tears. People who work as taxi drivers, like me, could still be at home late at night. However, truck drivers frequently go fifteen days or longer without seeing their families. We are not opposed to the government or any laws, but I do think there needs to be some revision, particularly with the penalties for drivers. Drivers who disobey the new law face a maximum of 10 years in prison. “In my opinion, it ought to be shortened to one or two years,” Yadav stated to the news agency ANI on Monday.

A bus driver in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, lamented the unfairness of the law and demanded punishment for car owners rather than the economically disadvantaged. Poor folks, we are. The people who own our cars ought to face consequences. According to ANI, the bus driver stated, “This law is unjust on us and we will continue to go on strike unless our demands are met.

Government Official Says Truckers Will Not Face Strict Punishment for Reporting Accidents

According to a senior government official, anyone who reports an unintentional collision to the police or brings the victim to the nearest hospital swiftly will not face prosecution under the strict sections of the BNS, according to PTI’s citation of Tuesday’s announcement.

In response to the truckers’ valid worries, the official brushed them off as baseless and emphasized that the hit-and-run provision would only apply to drivers trying to avoid accountability by not reporting the incident to the authorities.According to PTI’s reporting of the official’s statement, the severe penalty will also be imposed in cases of drunk driving accidents.

According to sources quoted by PTI, the Supreme Court’s observations led to the amended rule that increases the punishment for hit-and-run instances to 10 years.

Truckers’ Protest and Its Effects on Gasoline Supply

Thousands of tanker drivers have joined the protest, which has caused a fuel shortage in multiple locations. Fuel stations could run dry if the protests continue, said Bhushan Bhosale, president of the Nashik District Petrol Dealers Association (PTI).

Officials in several districts of Madhya Pradesh have assured PTI that petrol is not in limited supply. These districts include Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, and Jabalpur. Ajay Singh, president of the Madhya Pradesh Petroleum Dealers Association, promised that the state’s fuel supplies would return to normal by Tuesday night. He emphasized that sufficient steps are being made to ensure a steady supply of fuel, according to PTI.

The Hit-and-Run Provision in BNS Must Be Removed, According to Congress

In response to the demonstrations, Congress lawmaker Rahul Gandhi took to X and said, “The insistence on making laws without discussion with the affected class and without dialogue with the opposition is a constant assault on the soul of democracy.” This was another way in which Gandhi criticized the Modi government. Instead of dealing with the foundation of the Indian economy, the dictator in Parliament passed a bill punishing drivers that might have disastrous effects after suspending more than 150 MPs. The livelihoods of this hardworking class, who have minimal income, can be devastated by the imposition of high legal fines.

On top of that, the’recovery mechanism’ can be used to promote organized corruption if this law is abused. He continued by saying, “The government, which uses the whip to drive democracy, appears to have forgotten the difference between ‘the emperor’s decree’ and ‘justice.'”

The Maharashtra Congress, which is headed by Nana Patole, had already called for the hit-and-run clause to be removed because they believed it was unfair and too punitive for drivers. According to PTI, Patole stated that the government had passed an oppressive law, and the party promised to back the truck drivers.

The All India Transport Congress is scheduled to convene on Tuesday, with Union Home Secretary Ajay Bhalla serving as chair. The meeting will focus on the protests against the ‘hit-and-run’ clause in the new criminal legislation.

Breaking news – According to unofficial reports, Masood Azhar, a highly sought-after terrorist and hijacker of Kandhar, has been deceased due to a bomb detonation carried out by unidentified individuals at 5 am.

He was returning from the Bhawalpur mosque. Unidentified individuals are working, even on New Year’s Day.

He held the position of the leader of the terrorist organization known as Jaish-E-Mohammad. Further information is pending.

According to Bernstein experts, (BTC) is expected to reach a new high in 2024 and then rise to as much as $150,000 in 2025.

“A new crypto era is about to begin, characterized by extraordinary institutional mainstream adoption that will shift capital from traditional markets to cryptocurrency markets. In a client letter, experts stated, “This moment is unprecedented.”

A favorable macro environment also exists, with rates peaking, inflation decreasing, and the possibility of monetary stimulus in a year of significant global elections. Here, we have an unhealthy obsession with Bitcoin and its mining stocks and lack the courage to exercise caution.

Analysts strongly anticipate that this week or next, the top asset managers in the world will launch a Bitcoin ETF. They advise investors to concentrate “on multiple bullish Bitcoin catalysts (halving, transaction fees inflection, ETF marketing) through the year,” even though the adage “buy the rumor, sell the news” may come true.

“Purchase the dip, not the news.” The analysts continued, “‘Sell the news’ is like selling for a 15-20% correction, but miss out on the multi-bagger returns ahead.”

Much higher-than-expected demand from corporate treasuries could be one of the factors driving up Bitcoin prices in 2024 and 2025.

“Based on our marginal cost based projection, we expect Bitcoin to reach all-time highs in the second half of 2024—post halving—and could conclude the year at roughly $80,000K. We continue to view $150K as the cycle high for 2025.

“In 2024, institutional interest in cryptocurrency equities will become widespread as bears are squeezed by short interest and equity investors feel underexposed to the space.”

Analysts predict that ETH will be the only asset that isn’t Bitcoin to receive a spot ETF in other places.

“[This] will position ETH as the primary blockchain tech asset, combined with its growing fees, scaling roadmap, and sustainable token model,” they continued.

All 379 passengers and crew successfully evacuated a Japan Airlines aircraft engulfed in flames at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport on Tuesday, reportedly after a suspected collision with a Coast Guard plane, NHK news reported citing JAL officials.