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At least 22 people were killed and over 30 injured after a construction crane collapsed onto a train travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani, derailing it in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Sikhio district. The crane, part of a high-speed rail project, triggered a brief fire. Rescue teams cut through wreckage as emergency operations continued, police said.
PM Narendra Modi sent letters to citizens wishing them a happy Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu, and Pongal. He highlighted that the festival “marks a period of hope and positivity.” Mr. Modi emphasized that the sun’s movement during Sankranti symbolizes new beginnings, inspiring optimism and renewal in everyone’s life and communities.
Precious metal prices surged sharply in the Hyderabad bullion market, with gold and silver scaling fresh highs. 10 grams of 24-carat gold jumped ₹1,090 to ₹1,43,620, while 22-carat gold rose ₹1,000 to ₹1,31,650. Silver stunned traders, soaring ₹15,000 in a day to an unprecedented ₹3,07,000 per kg, marking a historic first in the local commodities […]
The Election Commission announced that counting for 227 BMC wards will begin on January 16 and will proceed in phases. At each of the 23 centers, only two wards will be counted at a time, allowing for a simultaneous count of 46 wards. This approach aims to focus resources efficiently. Full trends for all seats […]
A massive fire erupted early morning in Secunderabad’s Raniganj area after flames engulfed a godown storing firefighting equipment. The blaze spread rapidly, reducing costly gear to ashes and triggering panic. Preliminary suspicion points to a short circuit as the cause. Fire dept teams rushed to the spot and are working continuously to control the flames.
An outage affected X users globally, Downdetector.com reported. In the US, issues peaked above 28,000 early in the morning before declining to around 700. The UK and Canada experienced similar disruptions, with reports dropping from thousands as users gradually regained access, indicating the platform’s problems eased throughout the day.
Makar Sankranti festivities lit up Naravaripalle in Tirupati district as CM Chandrababu joined Bhogi celebrations with villagers and family members. The CM lit traditional bonfires, exchanged greetings, and shared festive moments with locals. He prayed for prosperity, warmth, and brighter lives for people across AP during the harvest festival season.
Delhi’s air quality remained a serious concern, with the overall AQI at 357, in the ‘very poor’ category, worsening from 337. Several areas recorded hazardous levels, including Anand Vihar at 366 and Bawana at 361. Jahangirpuri peaked at 420, RK Puram at 407, and Chandni Chowk at 397, posing severe risks to public health.
The US Commerce Department approved Nvidia to sell advanced AI chips in China under strict conditions. The H200 chip can be exported if there is proof of “sufficient” US supply, while the most advanced processors remain restricted. Demand is uncertain, as Beijing reportedly encourages companies to adopt domestically produced chips.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Wenesday, January 14, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83573.11, down at 54.58 points or 0.07%, and the Nifty was at 25724.40, down at 7.90 points or 0.03%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 90.10 against the dollar.
Donald Trump has urged Iranians to keep protesting, saying, “Help is on its way,” amid a bloody crackdown that activists say has killed at least 2,000 people. He also warned Tehran of “very strong action” if authorities execute protesters. 26-year-old Erfan Soltani, arrested during protests in Karaj, is reportedly set to be hanged without a […]
Grammy-nominated musician and producer John Forte, famed for his work with the Fugees on “The Score,” has died at 50. Found at his Massachusetts home with no foul play, Forte was a key member of Refugee Camp All Stars, released solo albums, faced legal troubles including prison, and received clemency in 2008. He is survived […]
Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus warned that a surge of disinformation could affect the critical February 12 elections. The Nobel laureate, 85, urged the United Nations human rights team to intervene and counter misleading information. These elections are the first since the 2024 uprising that toppled the previous government, his office said.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defence reported 20 PLA aircraft sorties and 9 PLAN vessels operating near its territory, with 17 sorties crossing the median line into northern, southwestern, and eastern Air Defense Identification Zones. The MND stated it monitored and responded to the situation, highlighting continued Chinese military activity around Taiwan’s airspace.
Veteran Congress leader Digvijaya Singh said he will not seek a third Rajya Sabha term. The move followed a letter from MP Congress SC chief Pradeep Ahirwar seeking representation for the Scheduled Caste community. Ahirwar said this would promote social balance, constitutional values, and political participation and statewide representation.