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After U.S. forces ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, President Donald Trump said the U.S. will oversee Venezuela and its vast oil reserves, selling 30–50 million barrels and controlling revenues to “make a lot of money.” Washington aims to market the oil globally and potentially direct longer-term oil sales under American supervision.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan has been postponed due to CBFC censor issues, missing the lucrative Pongal release window. The delay has triggered ticket refunds and raised financial concerns. While Day 1 collections may remain strong due to Vijay’s stardom, but losing the extended holiday period could significantly impact overall box office revenues.
NHAI warns vehicle owners about fake FASTag annual passes online. Cybercriminals are using fake websites and links to cheat buyers, costing around Rs 3,000. The FASTag annual pass, valid for one year or 200 trips, can only be bought through the official HighwayYatra app. Avoid unknown links and protect your details.
A Kuwaiti court sentenced two Indians to death for trafficking heroin and methamphetamine, seized from Kaifan and Shuwaikh areas. Authorities recovered 14 kg heroin, 8 kg methamphetamine, and weighing machines. The convicts were part of an international drug network. The verdict underscores Kuwait’s strict anti-drug laws and ongoing efforts.
As per the Pakistan Institute for Conflict and Security Studies, 2025 was Pakistan’s deadliest year in a decade. Violence, including terrorist attacks and clashes with security forces, killed 3,413 people, a 74% rise compared to 2024. Among the deceased, 2,138 were identified as terrorists. The surge highlights worsening security challenges in the country.
Prabhas, star of the upcoming horror-comedy The Raja Saab, reportedly took a 33% pay cut, reducing his fee from Rs 150 crore to around Rs 100 crore. Made on a Rs 400 crore budget, the film also features Sanjay Dutt, Malavika Mohanan, Nidhhi Agerwal, and Riddhi Kumar, with director Maruthi earning Rs 18 crore.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee slammed BJP after ED raided I-PAC, warning that a similar action at BJP offices could be carried out in retaliation. She alleged her party’s data and documents were seized ahead of assembly polls and urged PM Modi to “control” the Home Minister, calling for democratic competition instead of targeting TMC.
WhatsApp has launched three new features for its users. Member tags show roles of participants in group chats, text stickers instantly turn normal text into stickers, and event reminders help users remember important occasions. These updates make group chats more convenient, engaging, and easier to manage for everyone in the conversation.
Indian equity markets fell sharply on Thursday, January 8, 2026, amid fears of up to 500% US tariffs on Indian goods. Sensex closed at 84,180.96, down 780.18 points, while Nifty50 fell 263.9 points to 25,876.85. Midcap and smallcap indices tumbled nearly 2%, with metals, oil, PSU banks, and IT sectors leading losses.
Thalapathy Vijay’s Jana Nayagan faces release uncertainty after the Madras High Court reserved judgment on a censor dispute for January 9, its scheduled release date. Without CBFC clearance, the film may miss premieres and overseas openings. Makers may rush to the Supreme Court for urgent relief. A delay could hurt revenues for Vijay’s farewell film.
A severe cold wave has hit Odisha, with temperatures dropping to 0° in Similipal National Park. Bhubaneswar recorded 9.4°C, matching a 74-year-old record. The IMD warned of cold wave conditions in many districts till January 9. Several towns saw minimum temperatures below 10°C, badly affecting people, especially in rural and tribal areas.
YSR Congress MLAs in Andhra Pradesh face serious allegations of signing the Assembly attendance register while skipping sessions. The Assembly’s ethics committee reportedly found multiple instances in 2025 where MLAs marked attendance without participation, allegedly to claim salaries and allowances. The findings have intensified criticism of the party’s absence.
The Tamil film ‘Parashakti’ is facing release uncertainty due to a censor issue. The movie, based on the anti-Hindi movement, has not received clearance yet. Reports say scenes critical of the Centre caused the delay. After ‘Jana Nayagan’ was postponed for similar reasons, ‘Parashakti’, set for Saturday release, may also be delayed, creating confusion among [...
US President Donald Trump approved a bipartisan bill allowing up to 500% tariffs on countries buying Russian oil, gas or uranium. The Russia Sanction Bill targets Moscow’s trading partners, including India, China and Brazil, to curb funding for the Ukraine war. Backed by lawmakers, the legislation may be voted on next week.
Reports suggest ex-couple Yuzvendra Chahal and Dhanashree Verma may reunite on Colors TV’s reality show The 50, months after their March 2025 divorce. The series, featuring 50 contestants from entertainment, sports and digital spaces, premieres February 1 on Colors TV and JioHotstar, and could mark their first on-screen reunion, drawing major fan curiosity.