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Jannik Sinner begins his quest for a third straight Australian Open title today, with Madison Keys also launching her title defence in Melbourne. Naomi Osaka and teenage prospect Joao Fonseca are in action, while Carlos Alcaraz looms as Sinner’s main rival. Keys opens against Oleksandra Oliynykova, aiming to embrace the pressure of defending her crown.
The Enforcement Directorate searched 21 locations across Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu in a money laundering probe into the Sabarimala gold loss case under PMLA. Premises linked to accused Unnikrishnan Potti and former TDB president A Padmakumar were covered. An SIT reached Sannidhanam to measure gold sheets and collect samples with High Court approval.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, January 20, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83105.37, down at 140.81 points or 0.17%, and the Nifty was at 25538.25, down at 47.25 points or 0.18%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.98 against the dollar.
Nitin Nabin will formally take charge as BJP National President at 11:30 AM today, succeeding JP Nadda, with PM Modi, Amit Shah, and Rajnath Singh attending. At 45, he becomes the youngest BJP leader, signaling a generational shift. Elected unopposed, Nabin’s leadership reflects grassroots recognition as the party prepares for upcoming assembly elections.
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck 8 km northeast of Indio Hills, Riverside County, California, at 5:56 PM Pacific Time today at a shallow 9 km depth. Tremors were felt across Coachella Valley, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Big Bear, and San Bernardino. No major damage or injuries were reported, though residents expressed concern online.
A helium cylinder exploded during the Thenpennai River Festival in Manalurpettai, Kallakurichi, killing 1 and injuring 18. AIADMK General Secretary Edappadi Palaniswami expressed condolences, praying for the victims’ recovery. He urged the state govt to provide proper compensation to the deceased’s family and all those injured in the tragic festival accident.
Eesha Rebba, promoting her upcoming film “Om Shanti Shanti Shantihi,” revealed a body-shaming incident early in her career. A producer criticized her appearance, even commenting on the darkness of her elbows. Though initially hurt, Eesha has since embraced herself confidently, accepting her natural self and refusing to let such remarks affect her self-worth.
Thalapathy Vijay fans are facing a disappointing start to 2026. “Jana Nayagan,” slated for Janu 9, remains delayed due to legal issues, with no release update. The “Theri” Sankranti re-release, initially set for January 15 and later January 23, has been postponed again to accommodate “Hotspot 2” and “Draupathi 2.” Fans are left without a […]
At least 26 people died and 81 remain missing after a massive fire at Karachi’s Gul Plaza, leaving the building unsafe. Rescue teams, aided by the Army and Rangers, continue operations amid collapse fears. Locked gates and safety lapses worsened the tragedy. Authorities announced Rs 10 million compensation for victims’ families, with DNA tests underway.
The Islamic State claimed responsibility for a Kabul attack on a Chinese restaurant that killed at least 7, according to SITE Intelligence Group. The group stated Chinese nationals are now targets due to “escalating crimes” against Uyghur Muslims. The attack reflects ISIS’s retaliation against China for its treatment of the oppressed Uyghur population.
The US will deploy a NORAD aircraft to Greenland’s Pituffik Base amid rising tensions over Trump’s bid to acquire the territory. Coordinated with Denmark and Greenland, the move follows a multinational military exercise. Trump threatened tariffs on Denmark and other European nations, citing national security, escalating if Greenland’s sale isn’t agreed.
The UAE has signed a $2.5 billion LNG deal with India’s Hindustan Petroleum, supplying 500,000 tonnes annually for 10 years via ADNOC Gas. The pact makes India the UAE’s largest gas customer and boosts trade ties. Announced during President Mohamed bin Zayed’s New Delhi visit, both nations also pledged deeper defence and cybersecurity cooperation.
White House threats over Greenland have triggered outrage in Europe, with the EU weighing diplomacy or retaliation. President Donald Trump proposed tariffs on eight European nations unless a deal is reached. EU leaders condemned the move, warning of countermeasures. Officials stress restraint but say Europe is ready to defend its economic interests.
Prince Harry and Elton John testified in London’s High Court that alleged unlawful information gathering by UK tabloids left them traumatised and violated. They accuse Associated Newspapers of phone hacking and privacy breaches spanning decades. The publisher denies the claims. Harry said the intrusion strained relationships and made him “paranoid beyond belief.”
Israel’s National Digital Directorate and the Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology have approved 13 new govt projects under a second AI integration call. Backed by NIS 40 million, the initiative aims to improve citizen services, streamline operations and modernise public sector work through expert guidance, training and responsible regulatory support.