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The cold wave across Telangana is gradually easing, though minimum temperatures. The RMC has sounded a yellow alert for Adilabad, Asifabad, Mancherial, Nirmal, Sangareddy and Kamareddy districts. Officials reported lows of 12°C in Patancheru, 13.2°C in Medak, 13.7°C in Adilabad, 14.6°C in Nalgonda, 15°C in Hanmakonda and 15.6°C in HYD.
A CRDA meeting is scheduled in Amaravati at 2 pm, with AP CM Chandrababu attending to assess the status of key projects underway in the capital region. After this, at 3 pm, the Chief Minister will chair a SIPB meeting to deliberate on proposals related to new investments, projects, and industrial development across the state […]
Elon Musk’s AI tool Grok faces global backlash for generating sexualized deepfakes of women and minors. The “edit image” feature prompted abuse, including nudity requests. Countries including the EU, Britain, France, India, and Malaysia have condemned the tool, with investigations and remedial actions underway. EU calls Grok’s content “illegal and appalling.”
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck western Japan, centered in eastern Shimane Prefecture, the Meteorological Agency reported. Authorities confirmed that no tsunami warning was issued. The tremor was felt across the region, prompting residents to stay alert while emergency services monitored the situation and assessed potential damage or disruptions caused by the quake.
Delhi woke up to dense fog today, January 6, with 200-meter visibility and 8°C at the airport. IMD forecasted shallow fog this morning and predicted temperatures between 6-8°C minimum and 18-20°C maximum, near normal. Foggy conditions are expected until January 11. IGI Airport advised passengers of possible flight delays today amid CAT III operations.
Venezuela’s Vice President and Oil Minister Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as interim president after US forces deposed Nicolas Maduro, who appeared in a New York court on drug charges. Sworn in by her brother Jorge, 283 lawmakers also took office, mostly ruling party members, while key opposition factions, including Machado’s, boycotted the ceremony.
The Maharashtra government has formed an SIT to investigate suspected irregularities after nearly 27,000 birth and death registrations were recorded in a village of just 1,300 people. The anomaly has raised fraud concerns over the CRS system. A criminal case has been filed, with field checks, IP log analysis and questioning ordered to identify those […]
Maha Aryaman Scindia, son of Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, suffered a muscular chest injury after hitting a car sunroof during a roadshow in Shivpuri. He later developed pain and was hospitalised briefly. Tests showed no serious injury and his condition is stable. His Chanderi visit was cancelled amid heavy crowding at the hospital premises.
Former world billiards champion and chief national coach Manoj Kothari died Monday after a cardiac arrest in Tirunelveli. He was 67. A 1990 IBSF world champion and 1997 world doubles winner, Kothari later coached India for over a decade, mentoring generations, including son Sourav. A Dhyan Chand Awardee, he is survived by his wife, son […]
One in three Americans approve the US strike that toppled Venezuela’s president, while 72% fear deeper involvement, a poll found. Republicans strongly back the action at 65%, versus 11% of Democrats. US forces captured Nicolas Maduro in Caracas. Trump’s approval climbed to 42% in the nationwide survey of 1,248 adults, conducted online nationwide Monday.
A Hindu man was shot dead in Bangladesh on Monday, marking the fifth such killing in three weeks amid ongoing unrest. The victim, Rana Pratap Bairagi, was attacked by unidentified assailants at Kopalia Bazar in Jessore district around noon. The incident has heightened concerns over minority safety during the continuing instability in the country.
Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami and his brother have been summoned by the Election Commission for a Special Intensive Revision hearing in West Bengal. Shami may skip the appearance due to Vijay Hazare Trophy commitments. The ECI also summoned TMC MP Deepak Adhikari and family, drawing criticism from the ruling party over the SIR process.
Speculation about weddings involving Hania Aamir–Asim Azhar and Sajal Aly–Hamza Sohail has been denied by insiders. Journalists Hassan Choudhry and Aamna Haider Isani said sources close to the actors rejected the claims, stressing privacy concerns. Some celebrities were reportedly unaware of the rumours, and none have issued official statements so far.
ONGC responded to the gas leak incident in Malikipuram, Konaseema, where flames erupted from a gas well. The company said the well spans 600 meters and is located in an uninhabited area. Advanced equipment is being used to control the fire, and ONGC is coordinating with international experts to bring the situation under control safely.
ONGC responded to the gas leak incident in Malikipuram, Konaseema, where flames erupted from a gas well. The company said the well spans 600 meters and is located in an uninhabited area. Advanced equipment is being used to control the fire, and ONGC is coordinating with international experts to bring the situation under control safely.