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The Congress criticized the BJP-led government over the transfer of Sambhal Chief Judicial Magistrate Vibhanshu Sudheer after he ordered an FIR against police over violence. Calling it arbitrary and alarming, the party said it undermines judicial independence. Congress urged the Supreme Court and Allahabad High Court to take suo-motu cognizance.
Mumbai’s mayor poll is postponed to February as BJP and Shinde Shiv Sena face registration issues. Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT)-MNS bloc is ready, gaining an advantage. The delay exposes Maharashtra’s political divisions and uncertainty over alliances in the 227-member Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.
‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’ stormed the box office with a thunderous opening, driven by Megastar Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara, with a victory Venkatesh cameo. Despite tough competition, it dominated the festive season and sustained momentum beyond the holidays. The film now stands tall as a regional industry hit and shows megastar credibility.
Indonesia’s National Disaster Management Agency said seven people were killed and 82 reported missing after a landslide hit a village in West Java’s West Bandung region amid heavy rainfall. Officials said search and rescue efforts will be intensified. The meteorology agency had earlier warned of adverse weather, including sustained heavy rain.
India’s women’s team will play a test match against Australia from 6th to 9th March. The BCCI has announced their 15-member squad. They are Harmanpreet Kaur [C], Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, Jemimah, Amanjot Kaur, Richa Ghosh, Uma Chetry, Pratika Rawal, Harleen Deol, Deepti Sharma, Renuka Singh Thakur, Sneh Rana, Kranti Gaud, Vaishnavi Sharma, and Sayali.
For the first time, Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh’s capital, will host the 77th Republic Day celebrations. The government is making grand arrangements near the High Court to highlight the city’s importance. Special invitations are being given to farmers, and VVIPs will attend, showcasing Amaravati as a prominent and vibrant capital.
Flight operations resumed at Srinagar airport today, a day after heavy snowfall disrupted services in Jammu and Kashmir. The Airports Authority of India, with BRO support, cleared apron and taxiways after weather improved. Following a joint inspection, the Indian Air Force lifted the NOTAM, enabling commercial flights, with the first aircraft landing successfully.
IndiGo has launched direct flights b/w Mumbai and Athens using its new A321 XLR aircraft, becoming the 1st airline to offer nonstop connectivity between India and Greece. The airline will also operate Delhi-Athens services from today, flying thrice weekly on each route, with plans to expand further. The aircraft features 12 IndiGoStretch and 183 economy […]
Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna’s “Dhurandhar,” directed by Aditya Dhar, continues to draw audiences even 48 days after release, becoming the first Hindi film with 28 consecutive days of double-digit collections. Netflix is expected to stream it from January 30, 2026. The platform acquired the “Dhurandhar” and “Dhurandhar 2” rights in a ₹130 crore deal.
India’s 1st fully automated multi-level parking opens at Nampally on Jan 25. The 15-floor complex, with space for over 1,200 vehicles, features robotic parking, AI surveillance, solar power, and EV charging. Operated via QR codes and smart sensors, it parks and retrieves cars automatically, offering a seamless, safe, and efficient experience for all users.
Telangana CM Revanth scrapped the plan to move govt offices to T-Hub, Hyderabad’s startup and innovation hub, after criticism. Offices previously in private buildings will be relocated to govt-owned premises instead. T-Hub will remain dedicated to startups, avoiding disruption to its role as India’s largest startup incubation and innovation centre.
International Education Day focuses on inclusive, equitable, and quality education for all. The 2026 theme: ‘The power of youth in co-creating education’. It urges governments and communities to provide access, improve learning opportunities, and build a skilled, knowledgeable, and empowered generation for a better future.
The DRI seized gold worth ₹2.89 crore hidden in a meat grinder sent from Saudi Arabia at Mumbai’s International Courier Terminal today. Acting on a tip-off, officials recovered 1.815 kg of gold in 32 pieces. Two individuals, attempting to collect the consignment using fake KYC documents, were arrested, and further investigation is ongoing.
Indian currency notes display 17 languages. Apart from Hindi and English, languages like Gujarati, Marathi, Assamese, Bengali, Kannada, Kashmiri, Konkani, Malayalam, Nepali, Oriya, Punjabi, Sanskrit, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu appear on notes. The language panel includes 15 of India’s 22 official languages. All notes are issued by the Reserve Bank of India.
Actor Thanikella Bharani is set to surprise audiences with a powerful negative role in Nani’s upcoming film “The Paradise,” directed by Srikanth Odela. Known for strong character and emotional roles, Bharani says this new avatar will shock viewers. His performance, combined with Odela’s storytelling and Nani’s presence, heightens anticipation for the film.