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Mark Tully, celebrated journalist and author, passed away at 90 in Max Hospital, Saket. Former BBC New Delhi bureau chief for 22 years, Tully was also a Padma Bhushan awardee and knighted in 2002. He authored acclaimed books on India, including No Full Stops in India and The Heart of India.
TVK chief Vijay framed the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a “democratic battle,” vowing to challenge DMK and AIADMK. He pledged corruption-free governance, urged cadres to protect every vote, and invoked Rani Velu Nachiyar’s legacy. Vijay unveiled the party symbol ‘whistle,’ calling supporters “front-line warriors”.
Former spinner Ravichandran Ashwin says MS Dhoni will bat at No. 3 for Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2026. Dhoni has started training in Ranchi and looks fit. Ashwin praised CSK’s strong batting lineup, including Ruturaj Gaikwad, Sanju Samson, Dewald Brevis, and Shivam Dube, saying it will be hard for opponents to stop them.
Nutritionists highlight sesame seeds as nutrient powerhouses rich in calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc, B vitamins, and antioxidants. They support bone strength, brain health, and heart function. One to two tablespoons daily can be added to salads, oatmeal, smoothies, or dips. Sesame seeds and oil offer easy, health-boosting dietary benefits.
As India marks its 77th Republic Day, digital tools are changing daily life. UPI enables fast, safe payments; Aadhaar ensures welfare reaches the right people; DigiLocker stores documents securely; UMANG provides access to government services in one app. These initiatives promote transparency, convenience, and citizen empowerment across India.
Telangana will soon conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, announced by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. During enumeration, no documents are needed, but during verification, voters may need ID, birth certificate, passport, or parental documents depending on age. SIR aims to include all eligible voters and remove ineligible entries.
The Koraput district administration in Odisha banned the sale of meat, fish, eggs, and other non-vegetarian foods on Republic Day, sparking criticism. Congress MP Saptagiri Ulaka called it “arbitrary and unconstitutional.” The district, with over 50% tribal population, largely consumes non-vegetarian food. Similar bans have occurred earlier during national holidays.
In Narsingdi, Bangladesh, 25-year-old Hindu Chanchal Bhowmik was burned to death in a suspicious fire, raising arson concerns. Minority attacks have surged under interim Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus ahead of February 12 elections. Human rights groups and exiled Sheikh Hasina condemned the violence. Bangladesh braces for polls amid escalating communal tensions.
Telangana Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy made key remarks on upcoming municipal polls, stating they will be held in February with the schedule to be released within 3 days. He assured comprehensive development of all municipalities, expressed satisfaction over the fine rice scheme, and voiced confidence that Congress will return to power once again.
After years of tensions, BRS has announced a full boycott of ABN Andhra Jyothi. The decision follows a heated debate on the channel, where BRS MLC Takkallapalli Ravindra Rao clashed with anchor Venkata Krishna, who told him to “get out.” BRS leadership stated they will avoid all future coverage on ABN.
A film starring Allu Arjun and directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga, announced three years ago, was rumored shelved. T-Series’ Bhushan Kumar has confirmed the project is alive. Both are busy with other films—Vanga with ‘Spirit’ and ‘Animal’ projects, Allu Arjun with ‘Lokesh Kanagaraj’, Atlee, and ‘Pushpa 3’. The film will start when the tim...
Extreme weather is gripping the globe as contrasting climates unfold across hemispheres. While snowstorms and severe cold paralyze parts of the USA and Russia in the Northern Hemisphere, scorching heat waves torment Australia in the south. Also, devastating wildfires rage across Chile, highlighting the growing intensity of climate extremes worldwide.
In Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, a woman allegedly injected HIV into her ex-lover’s wife after staging a road accident. Four people, including the accused B Boya Vasundhara and a nurse, were arrested on January 24. Police say infected blood was obtained from hospital samples and used during the attack. The victim’s husband filed a complaint the […]
The much-anticipated film ‘Mana Shankaravara Prasad Garu’, featuring Megastar Chiranjeevi and Victory Venkatesh, has become a box-office sensation. Directed by Anil Ravipudi, the movie recently released the high-energy ‘Adipoddhi Sankranthi’ song, composed by the talented duo Bheems Cicerolio. Packed with mass appeal and festive vibes.
The Madras High Court will deliver its order on January 27 on CBFC’s appeal over actor Vijay Thalapathy’s film ‘Jana Nayagan’. The case relates to the delay in granting a U/A certificate. While producers say changes were made as suggested, CBFC claims the film needs review due to complaints over sensitive scenes.