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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis congratulated BJP leaders, including Amit Satam and Ravindra Chavan, for strong municipal election wins across BMC, Nagpur, Pune, and other cities. BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi credited PM Modi, youth support, and development agenda for the sweep. The BJP-Shiv Sena alliance led in 128 BMC seats, outperforming opposition parties.
Kawah Ijen in East Java, Indonesia, is the world’s most acidic crater lake, with pH below 0.3, capable of burning skin and dissolving metal. Toxic gases rise constantly, while bright-blue flames from burning sulphur attract tourists. Locals mine sulphur under extreme conditions. The lake combines stunning beauty with deadly natural hazards.
Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena performed strongly in Maharashtra’s 29 municipal corporation elections, leading or winning at least 300 of 2,286 wards. Top performances included Kalyan Dombivli (35), Navi Mumbai (30), and Mumbai (28). The party celebrated its results, highlighting a development-focused agenda under Shinde and CM Devendra Fadnavis leadership.
AP CM Chandrababu and Deputy CM Pawan are scheduled to tour Kakinada district tomorrow, Jan 17. During their visit from 11 am to 2 pm, they will jointly inaugurate AM Green Ammonia (India) Private Limited, a new facility located in the rural outskirts of Kakinada. The tour highlights the govt’s focus on promoting green energy […]
Some people keep thinking about food even after eating. Experts call this “food noise,” caused by stress, emotions, or lifestyle changes. Tasting different foods doesn’t stop these thoughts. If not managed, it can lead to health issues. Recognizing and controlling food noise is important for mental and physical well-being.
Pakistan is expanding its military influence in the Arab world, negotiating multi-billion-dollar arms deals with Saudi Arabia, Sudan, and Libya, and exploring a NATO-like Islamic defence pact with Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Jointly producing JF-17 jets with China, Islamabad aims to become a key security provider, balancing regional rivalries while boosting its geopolitical clout.
Netflix India has announced its 2026 Telugu movie slate for Sankranthi, featuring big films like ‘Peddi’, ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’, ‘The Paradise’, ‘Adarsha Kutumbam AK47’, and ‘Biker’. All movies will stream in Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. More Tollywood titles are expected to join Netflix in the coming months.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the UGC-NET December 2025 answer key, allowing candidates to review their performance. The computer-based examination was held for 85 subjects between Dec 31 and Jan 7. UGC-NET is held twice a year to determine eligibility for Junior Research Fellowship, Assistant Professor posts, and admission to Ph.D programs.
Chiranjeevi’s Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu (MSG) is emerging as the biggest Sankranti 2026 blockbuster, earning ₹190 crore worldwide in just four days. Day 4 matched Day 1 with 424,520 tickets sold. The film, featuring humor and family appeal, is also nearing $3 million in North America and approaching break-even in all regions.
AP CM Chandrababu highlighted the grand arrangements for the Prabhala Theertham ceremony being organized at Jagganna Thota in Ambedkar Konaseema district. In a post, he assured devotees of all necessary facilities and recalled that the 476-year-old Jaggannathota Prabhala Theertham has been accorded official state festival status.
Naveen Polishetty’s ‘Anaganaga Oka Raju’ got good reviews and is doing well at the box office. The festival season helped boost collections. It earned ₹22 crore on day one and ₹19 crore on day two, totaling ₹41 crore. The weekend numbers are expected to be strong. Meenakshi Chaudhary played the female role, and the film […]
Farmaan Hasan Khan from Bareilly, UP, has been named in Forbes 30 Under 30 India 2026 for Social Impact. As a youth leader and social activist, he runs healthcare camps, education programs, and women’s empowerment initiatives through his organizations. Recognized nationally, Khan emphasizes consistent action, honesty, and purpose in driving community change.
AR Rahman, composing music for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, addressed faith debates, saying art rises above religion. Raised studying Ramayana and Mahabharata, he values universal virtues and inclusivity. Calling the project global, Rahman noted, “I am Muslim, Ramayana is Hindu,” praising collaboration. The film releases in two parts in 2026 and 2027.
Recent research indicates that women are losing nearly two to four hours of sleep each night due to persistent overthinking, significantly affecting their physical and mental health. Experts warn that excessive mental stress disrupts sleep patterns. Women tend to experience higher levels of stress and anxiety, making them more vulnerable to sleep deprivation.
Indian equity markets ended on a strong note with benchmark indices posting solid gains. The Sensex climbed 186.64 points to close at 83,570.35, while the Nifty advanced 28.75 points to settle at 25,694.35. The rupee traded at 90.83 against the dollar. IT stocks led the rally, with Infosys, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, HCL Tech and TCS […]