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Amazon is allowing H-1B employees stranded in India due to visa appointment delays to work remotely until March 2. However, strict restrictions apply: no coding, testing, contract signing, or strategic decisions. All approvals must be made outside India. The policy responds to US consulate delays affecting H-1B holders amid expanded visa vetting.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) clarified that West Bengal OBC certificates issued after 2010 are invalid for identity verification during Special Intensive Revision (SIR) hearings on the draft electoral roll. This follows a Calcutta High Court ruling scrapping such certificates. EROs, DMs, and DEOs are responsible for ensuring strict compliance.
Allu Arjun is set to launch his luxury multiplex, Allu Cinemas, in Kokapet, Hyderabad, featuring a 75-foot-wide Dolby Cinema screen and premium seating. Catering to posh areas like Gandipet and Narsingi, the actor will promote it through advertisements in early January. The multiplex aims for a grand Sankranthi season inauguration, with Allu Aravind to announce […]
January 1st marks Sudan’s Independence Day, commemorating the nation’s freedom from Anglo-Egyptian rule in 1956. This day is celebrated with patriotic events, cultural programs, and official ceremonies across Sudan. Independence Day serves as a reminder of national unity, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward progress and development in Sudan.
India and Pakistan exchanged their annual lists of nuclear installations on January 1, continuing a practice since 1992 under a 1988 pact. This confidence-building measure aims to prevent accidental or escalatory strikes on nuclear sites. While the agreement doesn’t cover weapons or missile bases, it remains a rare, enduring step in nuclear risk reduction.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren announced a committee will soon be formed to identify families of Kharswan tribal martyrs and those associated with them to grant due recognition, similar to Gua police firing martyrs. He paid floral tribute to those killed in 1948 while opposing the Seraikela-Kharswan merger and demanding a separate Jharkhand.
Sharwanand’s film Nari Nari Naduma Murari (NNNM) is set to release on January 14 for the Sankranthi festival. The team is confident, planning a strong promotional campaign starting January 2 across major Telugu cities. Directed by Ram Abbaraju, featuring Sakshi Vaidya and Samyuktha Menon, the film follows a hero caught between two heroines.
A student’s job offer was rescinded after he politely questioned a salary mismatch from 3.5 LPA to 3 LPA during campus placement. The college also debarred him from future placements. Social media users criticized both the company and college, calling the action unprofessional, while encouraging the student to view it as avoiding a toxic workplace.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed the caste-based attack in Uttarakhand, emphasizing that no individual should face discrimination due to caste, religion, language, or region. He stressed that true national harmony comes from treating every Indian as equal. Bhagwat also highlighted that public spaces, including temples, parks, and cemeteries.
Nabyendu Ghosh, Trinamool Congress district youth vice-president in Uttar Dinajpur, was brutally killed on New Year’s Eve in Raiganj. Attacked by assailants with sticks and knives near his sweet shop during nearby celebrations, he was declared dead at the hospital. Police are investigating political, personal, or business motives behind the murder.
Bollywood star Ranveer Singh’s spy action thriller ‘Dhurandhar’ continues to dominate the box office. The film has grossed over ₹1,128.63 crore worldwide, reflecting its widespread popularity. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the movie features an ensemble cast including Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, and Madhavan, whose performances have been praised.
In Mumbai’s Ward 173, BJP aspirant Shilpa Keluskar allegedly submitted a duplicate AB Form after being denied a party ticket for the municipal elections. BJP Mumbai chief Amit Satam filed a complaint with the State Election Commission, urging rejection of her nomination. Maharashtra municipal elections are scheduled for January 15, with counting on Jan 16.
Pakistani actress Sana Javed, married to cricketer Shoaib Malik since 2024, faced social media criticism after jokingly replying, “I can’t give my husband to anyone,” on Instagram. Netizens dragged their past relationships into the debate, referencing Shoaib’s previous marriages to Sania Mirza and Ayesha Siddiqui, and Sana’s earlier marriage.
Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in India hit a record milestone, with December 2025 recording around ₹1.75 lakh crore, marking a 6.1% rise compared to the same month last year. Officials highlighted that, cumulatively, GST collections for the last financial year reached ₹22.08 lakh crore, reflecting strong economic activity and compliance.
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge wished the nation a Happy New Year while urging a collective effort to safeguard the right to work, vote, and live with dignity. Posting on X, he stressed protecting the Constitution. Kharge also highlighted preserving democratic principles as essential for the country’s future.