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The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Monday, January 19, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83139.74, down at 430.61 points or 0.52%, and the Nifty was at 25563.40, down at 130.95 points or 0.51%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.70 against the dollar.
The Enforcement Directorate has issued summons to Rajampet YSRCP MP Mithun Reddy in connection with the alleged liquor scam, directing him to appear for questioning on January 23. Earlier, similar notices were served to former YSRCP MP Vijayasai Reddy, who has been asked to appear before investigators on January 22.
Darshan at the Sabarimala Lord Ayyappa temple will be temporarily restricted from today. Devotees will be allowed entry only until 6 pm, while darshan will completely stop after 10 pm. In keeping with age-old traditions, special rituals will be held, after which the sanctum sanctorum will be closed from tomorrow, marking a brief ceremonial break […]
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) released the full darshan and accommodation schedule for April 2026. Arjitha Seva tickets go online today at 10 AM, followed by Anga Pradakshinam tokens on January 23. Special entry darshan tickets, priced at ₹300, will be available for online booking starting January 24, allowing devotees to plan their visit efficiently.
New Zealand scripted a historic moment by winning their first-ever ODI series on Indian soil. After suffering eight consecutive series defeats in India since 1988, the Kiwis finally broke the jinx by overcoming Shubman Gill’s Indian side. The landmark victory ended a 38-year drought and marked a defining chapter in New Zealand’s overseas cricket success.
The true box-office test begins with Sankranti ending. Chiranjeevi’s “Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,” Sharwanand’s “Nari Nari Naduma Murari,” and Naveen Polishetty’s “Anaganaga Oka Raju” led collections, while “The Raja Saab” and “Bhartha Mahasayulaku Wignyapthi” struggled. Weekday audiences will determine their staying power and final box-office performance.
Donald Trump invited PM Modi to join the proposed Gaza “Board of Peace,” aimed at guiding post-war reconstruction and governance. Announced January 15 under Trump’s 20-point plan and backed by UN Resolution 2803, the board will oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian aid, infrastructure rebuilding, and a technocratic Palestinian administration in Gaza.
Under directives from Ras Al Khaimah’s ruler, the Saqr Humanitarian Ship is being loaded at RAK Port with aid for Gaza, including food, medical supplies, shelter materials, and relief packages. Part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, the initiative reflects the UAE’s commitment to supporting affected civilians, particularly children, women, and the elderly in Gaza.
At least 18 people died and hundreds of homes were destroyed as wildfires swept Chile amid a heatwave. President Boric declared a state of catastrophe in Biobio and Nuble regions, enabling military aid. Fires have burned 8,500 hectares, forced 50,000 evacuations, and local officials criticized slow government response despite federal resources being available.
A high-speed train derailed near Adamuz, Andalusia, Spain, colliding with an oncoming train and killing 21, injuring over 70. 100’s of passengers were trapped in twisted carriages, complicating rescue efforts. Authorities warned the death toll may rise. Transport Minister Oscar Puente called the accident “extremely strange,” as the first train was nearly new.
