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Ukrainian drones struck Russia’s Orenburg gas plant, sparking a major fire and halting Kazakh gas processing, officials said. The facility, run by Gazprom, is among the world’s largest. Meanwhile, Donald Trump suggested Kyiv may need to cede land to end the war, as Ukraine accused Russia of using new long-range bombs on civilian areas.
Delhi’s air quality dipped into the ‘very poor’ category, prompting the Commission for Air Quality Management to enforce Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan across NCR. With AQI crossing 300, authorities have been directed to intensify dust control, sweeping, and water sprinkling measures, as forecasts warn of further pollution worsening.
Trump threatened to send troops to San Francisco, saying he wants to “make it great again.” The move follows earlier National Guard deployments to cities like Los Angeles and Washington, often against local opposition. California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned the idea, calling it political overreach amid growing backlash from San Francisco leaders and residents.
As Bihar assembly polls approach, Congress and RJD face tensions over seat sharing, with both fielding candidates against each other in some seats. Congress accuses RJD’s Tejashwi Yadav of undermining the alliance, while RJD says concerns will be addressed. Friendly fights are expected in several constituencies amid stalled seat talks in the Grand Alliance.
Former Nepal PM K P Sharma Oli accused the current government of trying to arrest him without grounds and criticized its handling of the upcoming 2026 election. He condemned protests by Gen Z youths, alleging external infiltration, and accused the caretaker government of unconstitutional formation. Oli remains CPN-UML chair and hints at a political comeback.
Forced removals of Indian nationals from Canada have reached a record high, with 1,891 removals by July 2025. Indians rank second after Mexicans in deportations, largely due to stricter immigration reforms and increased focus on foreign criminals. Most removals involve asylum seekers, reflecting growing anti-immigration sentiment and enforcement by Canadian authorities.
Maulana Hafiz Pir Shabbir Ahmed, president of Jamiat Ulama Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, passed away during Fajr prayers. A respected scholar and former MLC, he worked tirelessly for Muslim community upliftment. Funeral prayers will be held Sunday after Asr. Leaders from Congress and BRS mourn his death, honoring his dedication to education, and communal harmony.
Union Home Minister Bandi Sanjay warned Telangana politicians shielding Maoists, threatening exposure and action. Ex-Maoist leader Mallojula Venugopal revealed some politicians’ links with Maoists. Another surrendered Maoist claimed top commander Hidma is hiding near the Chhattisgarh-Telangana border, evading recent security operations.
A 9mm bullet was discovered in Mohammed’s luggage at Moosapet Metro Station during screening. He was detained, and police launched an investigation. Last month, a stabbing occurred at the same station, where a woman was attacked by her boyfriend over his alcohol addiction.
Carrying a photo of your driving license or RC on your phone won’t prevent traffic fines. However, the government-approved mParivahan app securely stores your valid digital driving license and RC. Police recognize these documents digitally, helping you avoid fines even if you forget the physical copies.
Bharti Airtel was fined ₹2.14 lakh by the DoT for issuing SIM cards in Karnataka without proper subscriber verification. An August 2025 audit revealed incomplete Customer Application Forms, violating license terms. Airtel accepted the penalty, while the DoT continues regular audits to prevent SIM-related fraud and ensure compliance.
Bihar Congress MLA Afaq Alam accused top leaders, including Rajesh Ram and Krishna Allavaru, of extorting money for election tickets after being denied a Kasbah seat. Alam, a three-time MLA, claims his ticket was cut for refusing to pay bribes, exposing internal unrest similar to recent RJD protests within the Mahagathbandhan alliance.
In a rain-shortened ODI at Perth, Australia beat India by seven wickets. Despite hopes for Rohit and Kohli’s strong returns, both fell early. India scored 136 runs, with Rahul and Axar leading. Mitchell Marsh’s unbeaten 46 guided Australia to victory, giving them the series advantage after weather disruptions.
NTA announced JEE Main 2026 January exams from January 21-30. Registration will open soon at jeemain.nta.ac.in. The CBT exam covers B.E./B.Tech (Paper 1) and B.Arch/B.Planning (Paper 2). Increased exam cities and PwD provisions aim for wider accessibility. Candidates should prepare and watch official sources for updates.
The INDIA bloc faces turmoil in Bihar as JMM exits to contest six seats alone, and Congress-RJD enter “friendly fights” over seat-sharing. Prashant Kishor claims the real contest is now NDA vs. Jan Suraaj. BJP blames opposition arrogance, while internal rifts threaten Mahagatbandhan’s unity ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.