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A 26-year-old software engineer from Uttar Pradesh died in Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah on December 18. Her parents allege dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws. The woman reportedly faced mental and physical abuse, was confined at home, and denied food. Police are yet to register an FIR.
India’s Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 14 years and 294 days old, became the youngest cricketer ever to play a U19 World Cup match, breaking Canada’s Nitish Kumar’s record. Playing against the USA, he scored 2 runs but made history by taking a wicket on his second ball, becoming the youngest Indian to do so.
Flipkart Republic Day Sale 2026 will start on January 17, with early access on January 16 for Plus members. The sale will offer major smartphone discounts, including iPhone 16, Google Pixel 10, Vivo T4 series, Motorola, and Nothing phones. Prices include bank offers, exchange bonuses, and limited-time deals.
Kerala’s Kadamakudy village, made of 14 islands near Kochi, is completely shaped by water, with canals and paddy fields everywhere. Visitors can reach it by car, bus, taxi, or ferry. Other water villages include Alappuzha, Kumarakom, Kuttanad, Munroe Island, Kollam, and Kottayam. Kerala is now listed among Rough Guide’s top 26 destinations for 2026.
In Italy, AI aided rescuers in finding missing climber Dr. Nicola Ivaldo. After initial searches failed due to snow, drones captured 2,600 images, which AI analyzed pixel by pixel. The system flagged Ivaldo’s red helmet, leading to his discovery. While AI has limitations, improving algorithms could enhance future rescue operations and save lives.
Uncertainty surrounds IPL matches in Bengaluru as KSCA awaits state approval to host games at M Chinnaswamy Stadium. RCB has backup venues like DY Patil Stadium (Mumbai) and Raipur. KSCA met officials to review safety upgrades after a June stampede. If RCB moves, KSCA may host other IPL teams instead. Final decision rests with authorities.
A study by Osaka University found that dental health influences lifespan. Researchers studied over 190,000 people aged 75+, classifying teeth as healthy, filled, decayed, or missing. Healthy and professionally filled teeth correlated with longer life, while decayed or missing teeth reduced longevity. Regular dental care and timely repairs support may extend life.
Winter increases Kapha, slowing metabolism and causing weight gain, fatigue, and water retention. Ayurveda advises warming, light, spiced foods, regular movement like walking or yoga, and therapies like Udvartana to stimulate digestion and circulation. Maintaining daily routines, early rising, and avoiding naps help balance Kapha.
If you feel tired and sluggish in the morning, it may indicate health issues like poor sleep, dehydration, vitamin D deficiency, or stress. This is more common in winter. Taking proper sleep, exercising, getting sunlight, and drinking warm water can help. If symptoms persist, experts advise consulting a doctor for guidance.
In Uttarakhand’s Pithoragarh border villages, people are receiving signals from Nepalese telecom networks because Indian towers are missing. This is causing problems with video calls, gas bookings, and online studies for students. The district collector, Ashish, said discussions are underway with mobile companies to fix the network issues.
LeT commander Hafiz Abdur Rauf admitted that India’s Operation Sindoor, in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, demolished LeT’s Muridke headquarters, baffling Pakistan. The strikes targeted terror infrastructure only, killing none of the children present. India warned Pakistan against provocations, with recent drone activity prompting military talks.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board dismissed Najmul Islam as Finance Committee chairman following a player-led protest and BPL boycott over his controversial remarks. Exercising constitutional authority, the BCB president took charge as acting chairman. The board emphasized prioritizing players’ interests, urging continued participation in domestic cricket.
HYDRA Commissioner Ranganath said the main goal is to protect government land worth ₹1 lakh crore. He said land worth around ₹65,000 crore has already been recovered from illegal encroachments. Authorities are focusing on lakes, drains, and public lands, and said there will be no compromise in safeguarding public property.
YouTube will have new parental control features to protect children starting January 2026. Parents can limit the time kids spend on Shorts videos or block them entirely by setting the limit to zero. At the same time, WhatsApp is developing a secondary account feature specifically for children to improve online safety.
After a temple was vandalised in Hyderabad’s Puranapul Darwaza on January 14, MLA T Raja Singh warned of retaliation for such incidents. The attack injured five, damaged a shrine and vehicles, and led to local protests. Police filed cases against the vandal and a mob, restored the idol, and deployed heavy security in the area.