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Greenland’s government said it cannot accept a US takeover of the Arctic island under any circumstance, responding to repeated remarks by President Donald Trump. The autonomous Danish territory said the governing coalition firmly rejects such moves, while stressing it will continue efforts to strengthen Greenland’s defence in cooperation with NATO allies.
US President Trump will meet Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina on Jan 15. The meeting comes as Washington pressures Venezuela’s interim govt to free political prisoners. Some detainees have been released, but families and rights groups say progress is slow. Trump is also negotiating with acting leader Delcy over oil access and future relations.
US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on any country trading with Iran, escalating pressure over Tehran’s violent crackdown on protests. Posting on Truth Social, Trump said the order was “final.” China, Turkey, the UAE and Iraq are key partners. The move comes amid military options, though diplomatic talks continue through special envoy channels.
Health and education experts warned that glamorising tobacco through surrogate ads and selling it alongside candies risks pushing children towards addiction. Speaking on National Youth Day, they cautioned this could trigger a future epidemic of cancer and lung diseases, urging stricter controls, higher legal age, curbs on single-stick sales, and protection around schools.
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk’s wife told the Supreme Court that his NSA detention relied on irrelevant material and denied him effective representation. Senior advocate Kapil Sibal argued key videos were not supplied and the order was copy-pasted. The government maintains Wangchuk incited violence. The court will continue hearing the case on January 13.
Ahead of Maharashtra’s civic polls, the State Election Commission has barred advance payments under the Ladli Behna scheme, citing the model code of conduct. While regular installments may continue, advance disbursal and addition of new beneficiaries are prohibited. The move follows opposition complaints alleging the timing could influence voters before polling.
Yash-starrer Toxic has landed in controversy after the AAP Women’s Wing complained to the Karnataka Women’s Commission over allegedly obscene visuals. The Commission has written to the CBFC, seeking action and a report. The teaser, released on Yash’s birthday, has sparked debate over objectification, artistic freedom and cultural sensitivity.
MTV Splitsvilla X6 introduces a bold Pyaar vs Paisa Villa twist, dividing 32 contestants between love-driven and money-focused gameplay. Episode 2 revealed full contestant lists and two Mischief Makers, Uorfi Javed and Nia Sharma. The show airs Friday to Sunday at 7 pm on MTV India and JioHotstar.
The ICC is set to respond to Bangladesh’s request to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India over security concerns. Instead of Sri Lanka, the ICC is likely to suggest Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram as alternative venues. With the tournament weeks away, officials are keen to resolve the issue swiftly.
Salt isn’t universally harmful, says cardiologist Dr Dmitry Yaranov, warning against blanket dietary advice. Sodium is essential for healthy people but dangerous for those with heart failure, resistant hypertension, kidney disease, cirrhosis, or older arteries. The key, he explains, is individual health context—salt becomes harmful only in the wrong physiolog.
The Madras High Court granted Kamal Haasan interim protection against misuse of his image, likeness, and name for false depictions or unauthorised merchandise. However, the court clarified that its order will not restrict permissible creative expression such as satire and caricature. The ruling balances celebrity rights with artistic freedom, pending further hearing.
Iran deployed tens of thousands of pro-government supporters following nationwide protests over inflation and rising prices, while at least 544 protesters have died. Authorities warned families to keep children away, and internet access remains restricted. US President Trump claimed Iran is seeking talks after his military warning over the crackdown on dissent.
Telugu director Anil Ravipudi, known for eight consecutive hits, is gearing up for his landmark 10th film. While speculation swirls around potential stars like Nagarjuna or Pawan Kalyan, nothing is confirmed. Fans eagerly anticipate the announcement, expecting Ravipudi to continue his streak of entertaining, blockbuster films, possibly targeting Sankranti 2027.
Actor and TVK chief Vijay told CBI neither he nor his party caused the deadly Karur stampede. He claimed leaving the rally prevented chaos, while party officials echoed his statement. Investigators continue analyzing police claims of delayed action and crowd mismanagement during the September 27, 2025, incident that killed 41 people.
AAP MP Raghav Chadha spent a day delivering orders with Blinkit, highlighting the pressures faced by gig workers. Riding pillion, he showcased the challenges of ultra-fast deliveries and called for safer working conditions. His effort underscores the human cost behind quick commerce, amid ongoing debates over worker rights and 10-minute delivery expectations.