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US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stirred attention with remarks on the long-pending trade deal between India and the United States. He revealed that the delay stems from Trump not receiving a call from PM Modi. The lack of communication, Lutnick suggested, has been a key reason the deal has yet to progress, keeping the deal […]
An earthquake measuring 5.3 in magnitude struck Tajikistan today, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported. The tremor occurred at a depth of 110 km. Sharing the details on X, the NCS stated: “EQ of M: 5.3, On: 09/01/2026, Lat: 38.26 N, Long: 73.42 E, Depth: 110 Km, Location: Tajikistan,” confirming the occurrence of the […]
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu announced a reduction in electricity rates, highlighting that the unit cost has dropped from ₹5.19 when the coalition govt assumed office to ₹4.90. He further stated that it will decrease by 10 paise to ₹4.80 by March. The CM also shared his long-term vision to bring electricity rates down to ₹1.19 […]
Here is the full squad of Mumbai Indians (MI) Women: Hayley Matthews, G Kamalini, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Harmanpreet Kaur(c), Amelia Kerr, Amanjot Kaur, Sajeevan Sajana, Poonam Khemnar, Sanskriti Gupta, Shabnim Ismail, Triveni Vasistha, Nalla Reddy, Rahila Firdous, Milly Illingworth, Saika Ishaque and Nicola Carey.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan emphasized the vital role of mangrove forests as natural protectors of the coastline. Highlighting the state’s commitment to environmental conservation, he noted that 700 hectares of mangroves were added last year and set an ambitious target to increase green cover by 50%. Mangroves, he said, serve as a natural barrier […]
“The Raja Saab” premiered last night and opened worldwide with morning shows today for Sankranti. Reviews are mixed, with fans disappointed over the gap between promotions and the final cut, especially Prabhas’ old-man look, missing in theaters. Producer TG Vishwa Prasad confirmed around five minutes of extra footage will be added during the Sankranti run.
Bank of India (BOI) has opened online applications for 400 graduate apprentice posts. Candidates between 20 and 28 years with a recognized degree are eligible to apply until Jan 12. Interested applicants must register on the NATS portal before applying. Selection will be held through a test, and for full details, visit the page at […]
Prabhas’ “The Raja Saab” released with paid premieres nationwide, though Telangana bookings were delayed due to a pending ticket hike GO, and the film finally opened without a hike. Director Maruthi earlier confirmed a sequel, now titled “The Raja Saab 2: Circus 1935.” With Prabhas busy with multiple projects, the sequel’s shoot timeline remains uncertain.
Full squad of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) Women: Smriti Mandhana (Captain), Georgia Voll, Gautami Naik, Grace Harris, Richa Ghosh, Nadine de Klerk, Pooja Vastrakar, Radha Yadav, Shreyanka Patil, Arundhati Reddy, Lauren Bell, Kumar Prathyoosha, Sayali Satghare, Prema Rawat, Dayalan Hemalatha, and Linsey Smith.
The Kollywood industry is abuzz as the censor board intensifies scrutiny over Thalapathy Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’. The board has flagged certain scenes as objectionable and informed the Madras High Court that a censor certificate will be granted only after the review. The pending court verdict has stirred anticipation among fans and the film fraternity alike.
Calcutta High Court will hear three parallel petitions today over ED raids at I-PAC offices and Pratik Jain’s residence. ED accuses CM Mamata Banerjee of obstructing officials, while Jain and TMC counter, alleging political motive. ED says raids relate to a coal-smuggling probe. TMC plans protests. Justice Suvra Ghosh will hear the matter today.
➢International Choreographers Day, ➢Pravasi Bharatiya Divas or Non-Resident Indians Day, ➢1915: Mahatma Gandhi returned to India from South Africa, ➢1922: Birth of renowned biologist Hargobind Khurana, ➢1934: Birth of Bollywood singer Mahendra Kapoor, ➢1965: Birth of actress and choreographer Farah Khan, and ➢1969: 1st separate Telangana movement started.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, January 9, 2026. The Sensex started trading today at 84370.11, up at 189.15 points or 0.22%, and the Nifty was at 25937.55, up at 60.70 points or 0.23%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.91 against the dollar.
A leopard sighting on the Srivari Mettu walkway has caused alarm among devotees in Tirumala, AP. The Leopard cat was spotted near the 400th step, prompting immediate action by TTD security personnel. Devotees were temporarily halted and screened for safety. Tirumala features two primary pilgrimage routes: the Srivari Mettu and the Alipiri pathway.
“The Raja Saab” is a horror-fantasy that succeeds only in parts, never fully cohesive. Prabhas’ comedy is sincere but uneven, and female characters are underwritten. Pacing, tonal imbalance, and weak storytelling drag it down. Sparse engaging moments make it mainly appealing to die-hard Prabhas fans or genre enthusiasts with tempered expectations. #Rating: 2.75/5.