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Telangana CM Revanth Reddy clarified that he is not angry with Allu Arjun, emphasizing their long-standing rapport. He highlighted his duty to follow the law despite personal opinions. Revanth Reddy urged the film industry to address social issues and praised initiatives like the Gaddar Award and Dil Raju’s appointment as FDC Chairman.
The Delhi High Court sought Patanjali’s response to Dabur’s lawsuit over alleged disparagement of Dabur Chyawanprash in ads for Patanjali Special Chyawanprash. Justice Mini Pushkarna issued summons, directing the defendants to file a reply within 30 days. Dabur claims the ads include defamatory imputations against its market-leading product.
India’s pharmaceutical industry is poised for a major transformation by 2025, with AI, machine learning, and precision medicine driving innovation. Expected to grow to $130 billion by 2030, the industry aims to strengthen global access and quality. Key initiatives in research, innovation, and policies will position India as a global pharma hub.
A fire erupted in a transformer outside a hospital in Greater Noida on Thursday due to an electrical short circuit. Firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the flames. A motorcycle parked beneath the transformer was completely destroyed, but the nearby hospital, seven to eight meters away, remained unaffected.
India’s global trade share has doubled since 2005, with exports rising from 1.2% to 2.4% and imports from 1.5% to 2.9%. Services exports grew from 2% to 4.3%, accounting for 43.8% of total exports. Key drivers include trade agreements, Make in India, PLI schemes, and improved logistics. India’s performance in services leads globally.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah paid respects to 3 soldiers from the state killed in a Poonch accident on Dec 24. The soldiers, part of the 11 Maratha Light Infantry, died after their vehicle plunged into a gorge. The soldiers were honored with military tributes in Belagavi, with condolences from officials, including Army Chief General Dwivedi.
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 17 children for exceptional achievements in art, culture, sports, bravery, innovation, and more. Honorees included a disability advocate, a Sufi singer, and young innovators. The awards highlighted their contributions, inspiring others to excel and positively impact society.
The BJP accused the man arrested for alleged sexual assault of a 19-year-old Anna University student of being a repeat offender and DMK functionary. Gnanasekaran was arrested in connection with the incident. BJP leader K Annamalai shared a photo of Udhayanidhi with the accused, alleging a pattern of criminal activity linked to DMK officials.
Two luxury vehicles caught fire in separate incidents, raising safety concerns across India. A Lamborghini caught fire in Mumbai, and a Mahindra Thar was burnt on a highway in Bihar. No injuries were reported. Investigations are ongoing to determine the causes of these incidents, which have ignited widespread discussions on road safety.
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticized the BJP for the police crackdown on job seekers in Patna, condemning the lathi charge on peaceful protesters. She accused the BJP of oppressing youth demanding employment. She also stated that the government should focus on youth policies instead of protecting its power.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) issued notices to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and other agencies over toxic pollution in Karnataka’s Arkavathy River. The river, vital for local agriculture, has been contaminated with heavy metals, DDT, PAH, and fluoride. The case will be heard on February 10, 2025, in Chennai.
The Uttar Pradesh administration began renovating and excavating the ancient “Mrityu Kup” in Sambhal’s Kot Purvi area on Thursday. The well, believed to offer spiritual significance and salvation to devotees, had been abandoned and filled with debris. The restoration is part of efforts to preserve historically and spiritually important sites.
The BJP has accused Telangana CM Revanth Reddy of targeting the Telugu film industry for wealth and power consolidation. Amit Malviya alleged a pattern of coercion, claiming the Congress government pressures Tollywood stars to control and extract funds. The BJP criticized these actions as detrimental to filmmakers’ livelihoods and creative freedom.
The NCP (Sharad Pawar faction) has criticized Congress for blaming the EVM for its failure to win a majority in the recent Maharashtra assembly elections. NCP leader Supriya Sule stated that without concrete evidence, such claims weaken the opposition’s voice, emphasizing her own success in four elections using EVMs.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar announced the ‘Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan Convention’ on December 27 in Belagavi, celebrating Mahatma Gandhi’s 1924 Congress session centenary. Events include a CWC meeting, statue unveiling, and Khadi Mela. Shivakumar emphasized it as a tribute to Gandhiji, inviting leaders across party lines.