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Himachal Pradesh will launch the ‘Indira Gandhi Matri Shishu Sankalp Yojna’ with ₹207.11 crore to combat malnutrition. The scheme provides nutrient-rich food, milk, and eggs to children under 6, pregnant and lactating women, ensures high-risk group monitoring, strengthens frontline workers, and promotes inter-departmental coordination for better health outcomes.
After India’s 76-run defeat to South Africa national cricket team, assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate hinted at possible changes in the playing XI for the must-win game against Zimbabwe national cricket team. Selection will depend on performance, not practice, and inclusion of Sanju Samson is being considered to strengthen India’s top order.
NTR and the Dragon team wrapped up a two-week schedule in Jordan, shooting crucial episodes. The team returned to Hyderabad, with over 50% of the film now complete. Next schedule begins at Ramoji Film City next month. Rukmini Vasanth plays the lead, with Ravi Basrur composing the music.
The Kerala government has constituted the 12th Pay Revision Commission to review state employees’ salaries. Former Chief Secretary V P Joy will chair the commission, with M Rajagopalan Nair and Sreelatha Sukumaran as members, and V R Sobha as secretary. Finance Minister K N Balagopal said the commission must submit its report within three months.
The Election Commission of India released Tamil Nadu’s final voter list after a Special Intensive Revision. Over 74 lakh names were removed, reducing total voters from 6.41 crore to 5.67 crore. The revision ensured accuracy, following claims, objections, and Supreme Court guidelines. The state prepares for upcoming Assembly elections this summer.
Rahul Gandhi met Deepak Kumar, who bravely confronted Hindutva activists to protect a Muslim shop owner. Praised as a symbol of unity and courage, Deepak refused threats, stood for humanity over religion, and inspired nationwide admiration, with Rahul Gandhi calling him a “warrior of love” and meeting his family.
After years of dating, actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna, popularly called “VIROSH,” have announced their wedding. The couple arrived in Udaipur, Rajasthan, for a private three-day ceremony starting January 26, 2026, at Mementos by ITC Hotels. Only 100 guests are invited, while a larger reception is scheduled in Hyderabad on March 4, 2026.
Tollywood is witnessing a rise in extreme violence, with films like “The Paradise,” “CULT,” and “Toxic” showcasing darker, graphic content. While urban youth may embrace it, family audiences remain key to box-office success. Upcoming releases will reveal whether this brutality is a passing trend or a shift redefining mainstream Telugu cinema.
DCM D.K. Shivakumar said the Karnataka government is discussing a mobile phone ban in schools due to parental pressure and concerns over misuse affecting education. Home Minister G. Parameshwara added a decision will follow a study of pros and cons. The government continues addressing education, water safety, and labor protests.
By 2039, the United States is projected to have significantly fewer 18-year-olds, creating a “demographic cliff” for colleges that depend on young applicants. Fewer teenagers means fewer applicants and strained enrollments, forcing institutions to rethink recruitment. This trend stems from declining birth rates in past decades.
