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A fire erupted in a transformer outside a hospital in Greater Noida on Thursday due to an electrical short circuit. Firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the flames. A motorcycle parked beneath the transformer was completely destroyed, but the nearby hospital, seven to eight meters away, remained unaffected.
India’s global trade share has doubled since 2005, with exports rising from 1.2% to 2.4% and imports from 1.5% to 2.9%. Services exports grew from 2% to 4.3%, accounting for 43.8% of total exports. Key drivers include trade agreements, Make in India, PLI schemes, and improved logistics. India’s performance in services leads globally.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah paid respects to 3 soldiers from the state killed in a Poonch accident on Dec 24. The soldiers, part of the 11 Maratha Light Infantry, died after their vehicle plunged into a gorge. The soldiers were honored with military tributes in Belagavi, with condolences from officials, including Army Chief General Dwivedi.
Virat Kohli could face a one-Test ban for shoulder-barging Australian debutant Sam Konstas during the fourth Test in Melbourne. The incident, which led to a heated exchange, is under review by match referee Andy Pycroft. If deemed a Level Two offence, Kohli may face sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children for exceptional achievements in art, culture, sports, bravery, innovation, and more. Honorees included a disability advocate, a Sufi singer, and young innovators. The awards highlighted their contributions, inspiring others to excel and positively impact society.
India’s chess prodigy, D Gukesh, who made history by defeating China’s Ding Liren in the FIDE World Championship, received warm blessings and gifts from Rajinikanth in Chennai on Thursday. Gukesh shared pictures on X, showing Rajinikanth presenting him with a shawl and a copy of Autobiography of a Yogi along with heartfelt blessings.
Veteran Tollywood director Raghavendra Rao stated that all previous Chief Ministers have taken good care of the film industry. “The current government is also supporting us well. Telangana has amazing tourist spots, and I would like to organize an international film festival in Hyderabad soon,” the director added.
Honda has launched the 2025 Unicorn with a new LED headlamp, updated front fascia, and a fully-digital instrument cluster. It features a 167.71cc OBD2B-compliant engine producing 13 bhp and 14.58 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed gearbox. Available in three colors, the price has increased by ₹8,180, now standing at ₹1,11,301 (ex-showroom).
The BJP accused the man arrested for alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old Anna University student of being a repeat offender and DMK functionary. Gnanasekaran was arrested in connection with the incident. BJP leader K Annamalai shared a photo of Udhayanidhi with the accused, alleging a pattern of criminal activity linked to DMK officials.
Medak BJP MP Raghunandan Rao made sensational comments regarding the Allu Arjun stampede incident at Sandhya Theatre. He stated, “The police claim that Allu Arjun’s press meet was inappropriate, but CP Anand was also holding a press meet during an ongoing court trial. Everyone should follow the same rules without exception.”
