Kash Patel has been confirmed as FBI director by a narrow Senate vote. As a Trump supporter critical of the FBI and involved in the removal of senior officials, his appointment raises controversy. Conservatives commend his aim to restore the FBI’s accountability, while Democrats express concerns over his management experience and past statements. Patel replaces Christopher Wray, who resigned.
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Union minister Suresh Gopi sparked controversy by suggesting that the tribal affairs ministry should be managed by individuals from upper castes. He argued for the appointment of non-tribal leaders to improve tribal welfare, prompting backlash from opposition and tribal leaders for his remarks.
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Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has emerged as a strong competitor, causing a major sell-off in US tech stocks. Nvidia witnessed a dramatic 17.95% drop. DeepSeek’s R1 model, which matches US-developed AI systems at a lower cost, has raised investor concerns about the future of AI investments. Accusations of secret access to NVIDIA’s chips add to the controversy.
Read MoreAn election official has requested the Delhi police to file a case against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma for allegedly distributing shoes to voters, violating the Model Code of Conduct. This isn’t the first controversy involving Verma, who previously handed cash to women voters. The Delhi assembly election results will be announced on February 8.
Read MoreElon Musk supports Poornima Ramarao’s appeal for an FBI investigation into her son, Suchir Balaji’s death. Ramarao disputes the suicide ruling, providing evidence of a struggle and demanding justice. The case has garnered support from AI ethics advocates and tech industry figures.
Read MoreCongress leader Kanhaiya Kumar sparked controversy by criticizing Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis’s call for a “Dharma-Yuddha” in the upcoming elections. Kumar suggested that protecting religion shouldn’t be mere rhetoric while Fadnavis’s wife posts on Instagram. The BJP condemned Kumar’s remarks, calling them disrespectful to Marathi women.
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