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Kim Keon-hee, wife of ousted South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, was sentenced to 20 months in prison for bribery, receiving luxury gifts from the Unification Church in exchange for favors. Acquitted of stock manipulation and political funding charges, she has been jailed since August. The ruling comes weeks before Yoon’s rebellion trial.
The Delhi High Court listed April 22 to hear the NIA’s plea seeking death penalty for separatist leader Yasin Malik, currently serving life imprisonment. Malik accused the agency of causing “trauma” through delays. The NIA argued his crimes warrant capital punishment, while Malik claimed decades of peace efforts and political scapegoating.
New Zealand bowling coach Jacob Oram shared his thoughts ahead of the fourth T20I against India, saying a win over a formidable side would be special. However, he stressed that long-term objectives matter more than individual results. Oram recalled the Kiwis’ consistent excellence in ICC tournaments, underlining that improving performance.
Rumours that actors Karan Wahi and Jennifer Winget are set to marry have gone viral online, fueled by their close friendship and popular on‑screen chemistry. However, Wahi has publicly dismissed the wedding speculation as “fake news,” clarifying there’s no truth to it. Neither actor has confirmed any romantic relationship or plans to wed.
Indian markets closed higher on January 28, 2026, with Sensex rising 487 points to 82,345 and Nifty50 gaining 167 points to 25,343, boosted by Q3FY26 results and India-EU FTA progress. Oil & Gas stocks jumped 3%, metals 2%, while broader markets outperformed, with MidCap 100 up 1.66% and SmallCap 100 up 2.26%.
Oats aren’t just for breakfast — they make wholesome Indian vegetarian lunches too. Try oats khichdi, masala oats upma, vegetable cheela, oats veg pulao and oats dahi kadhi with veg pakodis for healthy, flavourful meals. Light but filling, these dishes blend familiar spices and vegetables, making them comforting, nutritious and simple to prepare.
Senior NCP leader Sharad Pawar arrived in Baramati with his wife, Pratibha Pawar. After the tragic plane crash near Baramati that killed Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and four others, . He visited the crash site, met officials, and received updates. Baramati observed a bandh, and the state announced three days of mourning.
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha reviewed preparedness ahead of the Medaram fair, directing officials to prevent health emergencies among devotees. He called for strict safeguards, round-the-clock medical camps, and the deployment of specialist doctors. Rapid response teams should also remain on high alert throughout the festival.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has frozen new H-1B visa hiring by state agencies and public universities until May 2027, prioritizing local workers. The move could limit opportunities for Indian professionals and students seeking public-sector jobs in Texas. Private companies remain unaffected, and H-1B applications there will continue as usual.
Telugu crime drama Cheekatilo has climbed to the top spot on Amazon Prime Video, sparking steady buzz online. Viewers largely praise Sobhita Dhulipala’s restrained performance and natural Telugu delivery, saying she anchors the slow-burn investigation. While some cite pacing issues and predictability, the modestly made film is earning appreciation among OTT audiences.
The real estate market is slowing in Hyderabad, Rangareddy and Medchal dists. Official registration data shows home registrations fell from 76,613 in 2024 to 75,222 in 2025. This drop of 1,391 registrations signals fewer buyers and weaker demand. The slowdown has sparked public interest about how the real estate sector may perform during 2026 in […]
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar died when a chartered Learjet 45 crashed while landing at Baramati airport, killing all five on board, including him, his personal security officer Vidip Jadhav, cabin crew Pinky Mali, and pilots Sumit Kapoor and Shambhavi Patak. The aircraft was flying from Mumbai for local election engagements; investigation is underway.
Kollywood director Lokesh Kanagaraj stayed composed during a press Q&A when a reporter asked intrusive questions about his alleged relationship with an actress. Lokesh calmly dismissed the rumours, saying he already has a family, and ignored further provocation. The reporter’s behaviour sparked backlash online, while Lokesh’s response earned praise.
The AP state cabinet, chaired by CM Chandrababu, wrapped up its session with approval of 35 agenda items, including a key decision to develop Piduguralla Medical College on a Public-Private Partnership and discussions on transferring 33 acres of SC University land to the Agricultural Market Committee, advancing health and agricultural education infrastructure.
A lawsuit filed in a US court claims WhatsApp’s end-to-end encryption is only for name’s sake. International users allege that Meta secretly accesses private chats. The 51-page case filed in San Francisco says Meta engineers can easily read users’ personal messages, raising serious concerns about WhatsApp’s privacy and data security.