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The Kerala government today announced it will file a Supreme Court review petition against the K-TET judgment, affecting teachers appointed before April 1, 2010. Education Minister V. Sivankutty assured no pre-2010 teacher will lose their job, stressing that retaining experienced teachers is vital for maintaining Kerala’s high education and literacy standards.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visited the renowned Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Kondagattu in Jagityal district, receiving a warm reception from the temple authorities. Telangana Minister Adluri Lakshman accompanied him during the visit. Special rituals were performed by the chief priests on his behalf, marking the occasion as a significant spiritual event.
India Under-19 begin a three-match Youth ODI series against South Africa today in Benoni. Captain Vaibhav Suryavanshi leads as India aim to rebound after Asia Cup defeat. Ayush Mhatre and Vihaan Malhotra miss out injured. The first match starts 1:30 pm IST, streaming on JioHotstar. Young squad eyes confidence before Under-19 World Cup.
Prime Minister Modi paid tribute to Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary, praising her role in education and social reform. He said she believed education drives equality and justice. Leaders including Amit Shah, Yogi Adityanath, and Delhi CM Rekha Gupta also honoured Phule, calling her a pioneer of education and empowerment whose legacy endures.
AP CM Chandrababu paid homage to Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary, recognizing her as India’s first woman teacher. He highlighted her courage in promoting learning for women, which laid the foundation for today’s educated female generation. Naidu emphasized that modern women owe a debt of gratitude to her efforts that challenged societal norms.
More than 12 Naxalites were killed in separate encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region today, police said. Over 10 ultras were gunned down in Sukma, while two were eliminated in adjoining Bijapur. A fierce exchange of fire broke out in Sukma forests, and officials confirmed the anti-Naxalite operation is still underway.
Juna Akhara is set to host a grand Kumbh Mela in Kerala, modeled on the famous northern celebrations. Scheduled from Jan 18 to Feb 3 along the Bharatapula river in Malappuram, the event revives the historic ‘Mahamakham’ festival from Cheraman Perumal’s era. All Kerala-based ashrams and mutts will actively participate in this spiritual gathering.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is closely monitoring the performance of central government departments through a series of reviews. Today, he will focus on the Coal Mines Department, holding a key meeting with officials. Modi will assess the department’s progress so far and compare it with the targets set to ensure goals are being met.
Superstar Rajinikanth will star in “#Thalaivar173,” now directed by Cibi Chakravarthi after Sundar C exited. Produced by Kamal Haasan, the film features music by Anirudh Ravichander and is set for a Pongal 2027 release. Makers confirmed the update on social media, ending speculation over who would helm this much-anticipated mega-budget entertainer.
★Earth’s Perihelion Day, ★New Year of Mahayana Buddhism, ★National Women’s Teachers’ Day, ★1831: Birth of Savitribai Phule, social reformer and first woman teacher, ★1903: Birth of Nidudavol Venkata Rao, Sanskrit scholar, ★1925: Birth of film actor Rajanala Kaleshwara Rao, and ★2002: Death of former ISRO chairman Satish Dhawan.
A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck Taplejung district in eastern Nepal today. Tremors were felt in nearby Shankhuwasabhar and Panchthar districts. The epicenter was at Falaicha, 420 km east of Kathmandu. No damage or injuries have been reported. Nepal had earlier recorded a 4.3 magnitude quake in Kalapani on December 9.
Jallikattu events have kicked off in Pudukottai, Tamil Nadu, ahead of the Makar Sankranti festival, but the celebration turned tragic as at least 12 participants were injured, with four in critical condition. The victims were rushed to Pudukkottai Govt Hospital for treatment. Around 300 youth took part in the first Jallikattu of the Sankranti season.
The BCCI has asked Kolkata Knight Riders to release Bangladesh pacer Mustafizur Rahman ahead of IPL 2026 amid strained India-Bangladesh ties. KKR had bought him for ₹9.20 crore. BCCI allows a replacement if needed. The move follows concerns over recent violence in Bangladesh and India’s focus on minority safety, said BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia.
Nandamuri Balakrishna’s “Akhanda 2: Thaandavam,” Boyapati Sreenu’s fourth film with him, released on December 12, 2025, after legal delays. While it pleased fans, it underperformed at the box office. Reports now suggest Netflix will premiere it on January 9, 2026, in Telugu, Hindi, and other languages, marking a quick four-week theatrical-to-OTT transition.
Skywatchers will witness a stunning celestial sight today as a ‘Supermoon’ rises around 6 pm on the full-moon day. Appearing 15% larger and about 30% brighter than a regular full moon. Astronomers explain that this phenomenon occurs when the moon comes closer to Earth while positioned opposite the sun. Those who miss it will have […]