Biggest Story In India Headlines 8th January 2025
A series of six powerful earthquakes, including a 7.1 magnitude tremor that devastated Tibet on Tuesday, left 126 people dead and 188 injured. The strongest of the tremors caused widespread damage and building collapses in Tingri County near the Nepal-Tibet border.
The quakes were felt in neighboring Nepal, India, and Bhutan. Rescue efforts are in the process of retrieving survivors from under the debris; time is of the essence for emergency response teams. Strong aftershocks added to the chaos, forcing people to flee their homes.
Tingri County lies in a high-risk seismic zone where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates converge, making it prone to such destructive activity. In northern India, residents in Delhi, Bihar, and West Bengal reported strong tremors. Officials have urged calm while remaining vigilant for potential aftershocks.
Symbiosis International University has declared the SNAP 2024 results today, January 8, 2025. Candidates can now check their scorecards on the official website, snaptest.org, using their SNAP ID and password.
The results were announced at 1 PM as scheduled, and this has allowed candidates to assess their performance in the highly competitive Symbiosis National Aptitude Test. Next, they will have to select preferred Symbiosis colleges and appear for further rounds of admission.
Candidates are requested to download their scorecards immediately and look for updates on counseling sessions.
OnePlus has unveiled its latest flagship devices: the OnePlus 13 and OnePlus 13R, alongside the special edition of the OnePlus Buds Pro 3 and the OnePlus Watch 3. The launch event took place on January 7, 2025, and it really did bring some cutting-edge innovations from the company.
The OnePlus 13 comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, a quad-curved display boasting 2K resolution, and a 120Hz refresh rate. On top of that, it has three cameras on the back—50MP each—and one 32MP camera on the front. Its more affordable peer, the OnePlus 13R, features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chip, 1.5K OLED screen, and a telephoto lens. Both phones have been equipped with the largest batteries, up to 6,000 mAh in capacity and supporting 100W fast charging.
They come with Android 15-based OxygenOS 15 and up to five years of security updates. The OnePlus 13 will likely be priced between ₹65,000 and ₹70,000, while the OnePlus 13R will be priced below ₹50,000.
Actor Ajith Kumar, who recently returned to professional racing, had a minor accident yesterday while he was practicing for the Dubai 24 hour endurance race. He lost control, and his race car crashed into a barrier. The actor escaped unscathed.
The incident happened at around 12:45 PM during the practice for the prestigious event. Security personnel were at the scene of the incident swiftly, and Ajith resumed practice in a replacement car. His team confirmed that although the original vehicle was severely damaged, the actor escaped unhurt.
Ajith’s entry into the race also marks his return to motorsport after a decade, showing his commitment to his craft and passion for racing.
V Narayanan, currently the director of the Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, is set to take over as chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on January 14, 2025. He will succeed S Somanath and also serve as secretary of the Department of Space.
The Union government’s announcement of his appointment will have Narayanan lead ISRO for two years. Having had a distinguished career in space research, he is expected to spearhead the organization’s ambitious missions, including advancements in propulsion systems and interplanetary exploration.
Narayanan’s leadership comes at a critical juncture as ISRO continues to make strides in global space exploration efforts.
In a controversial move, US President-elect Donald Trump has declared territorial claims over Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal, citing national security and economic interests.
Trump argued that America has long protected Canada militarily and supported it economically, and now he proposes its annexation as the 51st state. He also justified his claim on Greenland by pointing to Russian and Chinese activity in the region. The Panama Canal, he said, should be under American control because of its strategic importance.
While Trump’s statements have sparked global criticism, they signal a dramatic shift in US foreign policy ahead of his inauguration on January 20, 2025.
Samsung is preparing to launch its Galaxy S25 series at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event on January 22, 2025, in San Jose, California. The line will include the Galaxy S25, S25+, and S25 Ultra, with promises of more AI integration.
Dubbed “Natural Galaxy AI,” the feature aims to revolutionize user interaction by enhancing camera functionality and offering intuitive voice controls. Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite processors, the phones will feature slimmer bezels, MagSafe-like wireless charging, and upgraded camera systems.
This next generation of Galaxy devices is poised to redefine smartphone technology, setting a new benchmark for competitors.
New Zealand coasted to a comprehensive win over Sri Lanka in the first ODI of their series, bowling out the visitors for 178 and chasing the target in a mere 26.2 overs.
Matt Henry spearheaded the bowling attack with figures of 4 for 19, and Will Young delivered an unbeaten 90 to seal the win. New Zealand’s disciplined fielding and strategic bowling dismantled Sri Lanka’s batting lineup, despite an 87-run partnership between Avishka Fernando and Janith Liyanage.
The win gives New Zealand an early advantage in the series as they continue their pursuit of consistent ODI dominance.
Neymar has defended Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent statement that the Saudi Pro League is stronger than Ligue 1. In an exclusive interview with CNN Sport, Neymar praised the rise of Saudi football, saying it has become more competitive and is gaining global attention.
Ronaldo’s comments at the Globe Soccer Awards were criticized by the likes of Emmanuel Petit, who urged the Portuguese phenomenon to desist from making inflammatory remarks. Neymar, though, took Ronaldo’s side and said, “The Saudi Pro League level is growing. Nowadays, the level of the Saudi Pro League players is better.
Both players are expected to return to action this week, playing for their respective Saudi clubs in domestic competitions.
Newcastle United secured a vital 2-0 win over Arsenal in the first leg of the League Cup semifinals at the Emirates Stadium. Goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon have placed Newcastle in a strong position to reach the final at Wembley.
Isak opened the scoring in the 37th minute, continuing his excellent form with his 14th goal in 15 games. Gordon sealed the victory in the second half with a rebound strike. The win marks Newcastle’s first at the Emirates since 2010 and puts them on course for their first domestic trophy since 1955.
With the second leg set for February 5 at St. James’ Park, Newcastle fans are hopeful of a possible return to glory.
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