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A passenger on the Gorakhpur Express risked safety by sitting between two coaches after failing to find a seat. Railway police stopped him at Manchiryal station and made him get down. During questioning, he gave vague answers. Authorities are continuing the investigation into his daring and unusual action.
India’s first bullet train corridor achieved a major milestone with the breakthrough of Mountain Tunnel 5 in Maharashtra’s Palghar district, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said. Part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad project, MT5 is the first and longest mountain tunnel. The 508-km corridor includes 8 mountain tunnels and one undersea tunnel, marking steady progress.
Dutch coach Sjoerd Marijne is reappointed as chief of the Indian women’s hockey team. He will be supported by Matias Vila (analytical coach) and Wayne Lombard (scientific advisor). Marijne returns with fresh energy to prepare the team for the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad from March 8–14.
Kolkata Knight Riders’ decision to include Bangladeshi batter Mustafizur Rahman in their IPL squad has sparked huge controversy. Purchased for ₹9.2 crore, Rahman’s inclusion has drawn criticism towards co-owner Shah Rukh Khan from certain spiritual and political groups. Critics have threatened disruptions during matches if a Bangladeshi player is fielded.
A 25-year-old Indian student, Thokala Hruthik Reddy from Telangana’s Janagama district, died in Berlin after jumping from his apartment to escape a fire during New Year celebrations. He was pursuing an MS in Germany. Reddy suffered fatal head injuries and passed away in hospital. His family is in touch with the MEA for repatriation.
Army’s Western Command celebrated New Year’s Eve by honoring senior veterans with a special tea party. Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar engaged with ex-servicemen, sharing updates on enhancements at Command Hospital and CSD shopping facilities. He expressed pride in serving those who defended the nation, emphasizing the army’s commitment to the welfare.
★National Science Fiction Day, ★World Introvert Day, ★Motivation and Inspiration Day in USA, ★1918: Birth of freedom fighter Bathini Mogilayya Goud, ★1945: Death of Adibhatla Narayana Das, father of Harikatha, ★1954: Bharat Ratna and Padma awards started, ★1957: Birth of comedian Amanchi Venkata Subramaniam (AVS), ★1959: Birth of former cricketer Kirti Azad.
Telangana government is cracking down on fake ID cards at the state secretariat. To prevent misuse, officials are issuing new high-tech ID cards for employees. The cards include the Telangana Thalli emblem, secretariat logo, employee photo, ID number, QR code, and an internal chip to ensure secure access and prevent fraud.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revealed a big relief for FASTag users. From February 1, Know Your Vehicle (KYV) verification will no longer be mandatory for new FASTags issued for cars, jeeps, and vans. The move comes after repeated delays in FASTag activation, despite complete vehicle documentation, aiming to simplify the process.
England named a 12-player squad for the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney from January 4. Shoaib Bashir and Matthew Potts are new inclusions, while Gus Atkinson is injured. Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja will retire after this match. England looks to continue their winning form and challenge Australia in the series finale.
During a TG Legislative Assembly session, CM Revanth Reddy challenged opposition BRS MLAs, asking whether they want the Musi River to be cleaned. He criticized some MLAs, saying their ill intentions outweigh the river’s pollution. The opposition argued that the govt was hiding details and claimed some individuals have a demeanor that discourages transparency.
Around 200 parrots died near the Narmada River in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, from food poisoning. Bird flu was ruled out. Officials said feeding by visitors, contaminated water, and pesticides likely caused the deaths. Authorities have banned feeding near the aqueduct bridge and deployed staff to monitor and prevent further incidents.
Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TSRTC) plans a big push for electric mobility in Hyderabad in 2026. The corporation aims to deploy 170 electric buses by February, gradually expanding to 1,000 EV buses throughout the year. EV charging facilities are already operational at Cantonment, Miyapur, Raniganj, Hayyat Nagar, and HCU depots.
A Welltory study says 9 jobs will face the most stress in 2026. It studied workload, emotional strain, responsibility, risk, and work-life balance. Leisure, healthcare, emergency services, executives, teachers, journalists, social workers, and military roles ranked highest. Experts warn stress now builds slowly and lasts longer, making recovery essential at work.
Starting January 2, Indonesia will enforce a new law criminalizing premarital sex, with violators facing up to one year in prison. Adultery, defined as sexual ties outside one’s marriage, will be punishable. However, authorities will act only if a complaint is filed by someone personally affected. The move has sparked debate about personal freedoms.