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A BJP councillor’s husband in Madhya Pradesh’s Satna is accused of raping a woman at knifepoint, filming the act, and threatening her into silence. A viral video shows him claiming immunity. The survivor filed a complaint, alleging continued harassment and police inaction. Authorities say evidence is being verified; no arrest is confirmed yet.
Plans to expand Vijayawada and Tirupati into Greater cities have been paused as national census rules freeze boundary changes. Though the Andhra Pradesh government revived both proposals and prepared notifications, Central guidelines bar municipal expansion until the census ends. Ministers say the plans remain alive and will resume once the census process is completed.
A woman was stunned after receiving a termination email from a company she never worked for. Career counsellor Simons Ingari shared on X that his wife panicked, fearing a mistake at her real job, before realising the error. He urged HR teams to verify email recipients, sparking mixed reactions online about job insecurity and mistakes.
A 3-year-old tigress, PN-224, was translocated from Madhya Pradesh’s Pench Tiger Reserve to Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. After acclimatization in a soft-release enclosure, she was freed into the forest today. Forest officials will monitor her movements, health, and adaptation using radio collars and field tracking under NTCA guidelines.
Congress and Prakash Ambedkar’s VBA have joined forces for the 2026 BMC elections, finalizing seat-sharing: Congress will contest 165 seats, VBA 62. Polling is on January 15, results on Jan 16. The alliance opposes Sena-UBT’s pact with MNS, aiming to challenge divisive and communal forces in Mumbai and strengthen their position in the civic body.
President Droupadi Murmu became the first head of state to undertake a sortie on a Kalvari-class submarine, INS Vagsheer, from Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka. She was accompanied by Navy officials. INS Vagsheer, India’s sixth Kalvari-class submarine, can carry 18 weapons. Murmu previously undertook historic sorties in Sukhoi Su-30 and Rafale jets.
The ‘Kavach’ automatic train protection system is being installed on India’s major railway routes. Delhi-Mumbai and Delhi-Howrah routes are 25% complete, with equipment in place. The project deadline is now extended to Dec 2025. Kavach 4.0 is active, covering 15,512 km of tracks with optical fiber, telecom towers, rail lines, and station devices.
Aadi Saikumar’s film ‘Shambala’ has performed well at the Telugu box office, marking a successful comeback for the actor. Directed by Ugandhar Mani, the mystical thriller will release in Hindi on January 1, 2026. The film stars Archana Iyer, Swasika Vijay, and others, with music by Sricharan Pakala and produced by Mahidhar Reddy and Rajasekhar […]
Intelligence reports over 30 Pakistani terrorists are active in Jammu. The Indian Army has intensified winter operations during Chillai Kalan, patrolling high-altitude and remote areas to prevent them from hiding. Special winter units, drones, and thermal sensors track movements. Coordination with police and paramilitary forces aims to eliminate terror pockets.
Intelligence reports over 30 Pakistani terrorists are active in Jammu. The Indian Army has intensified winter operations during Chillai Kalan, patrolling high-altitude and remote areas to prevent them from hiding. Special winter units, drones, and thermal sensors track movements. Coordination with police and paramilitary forces aims to eliminate terror pockets.
NIA is closely monitoring urban Naxal activities and groups influencing youth with Maoist ideology. They have noticed social media efforts glorifying Maoists and misleading young people. The recent arrest of ex-Maoist Gade Innayya in Telangana is part of the crackdown. NIA is prepared to take strict action against these expanding urban networks.
‘Champion’, starring Roshan Meka and Anaswara Rajan, has earned around ₹8.89 crore in its first three days at the box office. Pradeep Advaitham’s direction and Mickey J Meyer’s music add appeal. Produced by Swapna Cinema, Anandi Art Creations, Concept Films, and Zee Studios, the film’s Monday performance will determine its continued success.
Rishabh Pant is likely to be dropped from India’s ODI squad for the upcoming 3-match series against New Zealand. Ishan Kishan, in great domestic form, is expected to replace him. Pant’s inconsistent performances and Kishan’s recent centuries in domestic tournaments make the change likely. Gill will lead the team after recovering from injury.
Congress celebrated its 140th Foundation Day in New Delhi with flag hoisting led by Mallikarjun Kharge, Sonia Gandhi, and Rahul Gandhi. Kharge paid tribute to freedom fighters, highlighted Congress’ historic contributions, criticized the BJP for weakening institutions, and urged party workers to uphold democracy, social justice, and civilised resistance nationwide.
Economic problems and political instability are causing skilled professionals in Pakistan, such as doctors and engineers, to leave the country. Around 1.5 million people have moved abroad in the last two years. This brain drain is creating shortages in healthcare, engineering, and IT sectors, becoming a major challenge for Pakistan’s growth and future.