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IIMC College will hold a two-day international conference on January 19–20 at Challa Som Raj Ram Sabha Prangan, focusing on “Navigating Complexities in Education Research and Technology through Viksit Bharat 2047.” Day one is in-person for Telangana teachers; day two is online. 75 research papers across multiple subjects will be presented.
Mythri Movie Makers, a leading Telugu production house, is set to deliver ten pan-Indian films across Telugu, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam. Upcoming projects include Pawan Kalyan’s Ustaad Bhagath Singh, Ram Charan’s Peddi, Prabhas’ Fauji, NTR’s Dragon, Allu Arjun-Lokesh Kanagaraj, and Salman Khan films, with shoots and releases planned through 2027.
MasterChef Kirti Bhoutika’s Thecha Tomato Pakodas offer a spicy, tangy twist on classic fritters. Thick tomato slices are topped with coarse thecha, dipped in a seasoned gram-rice flour batter, and deep-fried until golden. Serve hot with chutney or chai. For a healthier option, bake or air-fry, keeping medium heat for perfect crispiness.
Murshidabad, West Bengal, saw renewed unrest as protesters blocked NH-12 and disrupted trains following assaults on migrant workers. Violence earlier left 12 injured, including journalists. Police deployed heavily to restore order. The BJP blamed Mamata Banerjee for encouraging unrest, while the TMC accused the opposition of targeting Bengali-speaking migrants.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei called US President Donald Trump a “criminal” for causing casualties, damages, and unrest in Iran. He accused Washington of backing protests and vowed punishment for instigators while avoiding war. Rights groups report over 3,000 deaths in nationwide demonstrations, the deadliest unrest since 1979.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde has housed his 29 Shiv Sena corporators at Mumbai’s Taj Lands End to prevent poaching as BMC power negotiations continue. The move ensures loyalty for the BJP-Shinde alliance, which holds 118 seats. Opposition and Shiv Sena (UBT) criticized the tactic, recalling past “resort politics”.
Liquor sales in Andhra Pradesh soared during the Sankranti festival. From January 9 to 16, total sales reached ₹877 crore, with ₹438 crore sold in just the three festival days. On January 12, the government increased prices by ₹10 per bottle for all brands except quarter bottles, contributing to the surge in revenue.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray accused BJP of winning Mumbai’s BMC elections through “betrayal” but said his party will install its mayor “if God is willing.” BJP won 89 seats, Mahayuti alliance 118, while Sena (UBT) secured 65. Thackeray stressed the battle for Mumbai isn’t over.
Trump’s 50% tariffs on Indian exports severely impacted Gujarat’s diamond industry, causing wage cuts and job losses. In Surat, over 2.4 lakh students dropped out in 2025-26, a 341% rise. Families struggled to afford school fees, forcing children out of private schools. Lab-grown diamonds offer some relief but earnings remain far below natural diamond exports.
Karnataka DCM DK Shivakumar canceled his Davos visit to focus on political and official duties. He is in Delhi attending meetings with senior Congress leaders for Assam Assembly election preparations. Shivakumar also leads the party’s MNREGA protest, ahead of a special Karnataka Assembly session starting Jan 22, discussing strategy and organisation.
Alanganallur hosts Tamil Nadu’s biggest Jallikattu, attended by CM MK Stalin during Pongal. Over 1,000 bulls and 600–700 tamers compete, with untamed bulls also winning prizes. Rewards range from cars to gold. Bulls are raised for tradition, not farming. The event, called the ‘Blue Riband’ of Jallikattu, blends history, culture, and intense competition.
A viral social media trend claims clipping a hair above the eyebrow relieves migraines. AIIMS neurologist Dr. Rahul Chawla says this offers no scientific relief, as migraines are complex neurological conditions. Experts recommend proven strategies like avoiding triggers, staying hydrated, resting in dark rooms, and using medications rather than relying on unverified hacks.
Tamil Nadu prepares for 2026 Assembly elections. AIADMK, led by EPS, announced welfare schemes including Rs 2,000 to women, free bus travel for men, housing under Amma Illam, 150-day MGNREGA, and two-wheeler subsidies for women. Vijay’s TVK formed a state campaign committee. Congress plans strategy talks in Delhi, while DMK relies on 2024 momentum.
Tamil actor Pradeep Ranganathan, known for hits like Love Today and Dragon, will direct and star in his next sci-fi entertainer. AGS Entertainments is backing the project with full support. Talks are ongoing with actresses Sreeleela and Meenakshi Chaudhary for the two lead roles, marking Pradeep’s first collaboration with star heroines.
Kerala court denied bail to expelled Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in his third sexual assault case, filed on January 8. Arrested on January 11, he was sent to 14-day judicial custody. The case involves allegations of rape, intimidation, and forcing an abortion. Multiple non-bailable offences under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, IPC, and IT Act have […]