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AIADMK’s manifesto committee, led by General Secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami, will tour Tamil Nadu from January 7–20 to gather public input for the upcoming Assembly elections. Senior leaders will meet citizens across key districts, collecting feedback from farmers, workers, entrepreneurs, and self-help groups to shape a people-centric election manifesto.
At least 10 deaths in Indore were linked to contaminated drinking water, though faecal pollution had been flagged in 2016-17 by the Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board. Groundwater in Bhagirathpura and other areas tested unsafe. Recent tests are clear, but authorities stress long-term monitoring and infrastructure improvements are needed to prevent future contamination.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar blamed BJP MLA G Janardhan Reddy for violent clashes in Ballari, saying the situation was peaceful until his arrival. The violence erupted over banner installations for Congress MLA Nara Bharath Reddy. Shivakumar announced investigations, private gun confiscations, and a committee to study the incident.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was captured by US forces in Caracas and transferred to a New York detention center, facing narco-terrorism and weapons charges. Trump announced the US would temporarily run Venezuela, tapping its oil reserves. Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was appointed acting president. The raid caused infrastructure damage and at least 40 deaths.
Union minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan accused Congress of spreading misinformation against the VB-G RAM G scheme, calling it an improvement over MGNREGA, which he alleged was riddled with corruption. He criticised Congress’s protest campaign, questioned Rahul Gandhi’s absence during debates, highlighted higher allocations under the Modi government.
Elon Musk announced Starlink will offer free broadband to Venezuela for one month, ensuring connectivity during the country’s political crisis. The service will remain free until February 3. Musk welcomed President Maduro’s capture, reiterated support for Venezuela’s opposition, and said the nation could now move toward stability ahead.
More than 100 residents in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, have fallen ill after consuming contaminated water. Officials reported a rise in typhoid cases over the past five days, attributing the outbreak to pollution. Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi reviewed the situation and met affected families. A special medical team of 22 doctors has been deployed to treat patients.
Uddhav Thackeray and Raj Thackeray released their joint MNS–Sena (UBT) manifesto, ‘Vachan Nama’, for the 2026 BMC elections in Mumbai. Presenting it to voters, they attacked the BJP and Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar, alleging threats to candidates and voters, misuse of authority, unopposed elections, and demanded his suspension and fresh by-elections.
US-led restructuring of Venezuela’s oil sector could unlock nearly $1 billion in dues for India and revive stalled production at Indian-operated fields. Easing sanctions may allow ONGC Videsh to restart output, recover unpaid dividends, and restore Venezuelan crude supplies to Indian refiners, strengthening India’s energy security and supply.
An Air India validation flight successfully landed at Bhogapuram International Airport. Expressing his delight, CM Chandrababu highlighted that the project’s foundation was laid during the 2014-19 NDA govt and is now coming to fruition under PM’s leadership. He described the achievement as a significant step forward for the state’s air connectivity.
Mauritius President Dharam Gokul highlighted that Telugu is spoken in 50 countries worldwide. He praised the Andhra Saraswata Parishad for promoting the language and culture, noting that Telugu heritage has inspired communities across the globe. Gokul also mentioned that Telugu ranks third among languages spoken in India, underscoring the widespread influence.
The ‘5K Run’ at Nizampet Hill County in Hyderabad saw enthusiastic participation from over 600 residents, ranging from children to adults. The streets were filled with energy and excitement as participants ran together, celebrating fitness spirit. The event was widely praised, with attendees echoing the sentiment, “Health is the greatest blessing.”
Ukrainian President Zelensky has commented on the US military action targeting Nicolas Maduro, suggesting that Putin should face similar measures. Zelensky stated that if confronting dictators through such strikes is feasible, the USA knows how to act. His remarks have reignited international focus on Putin as he continues military operations in Ukraine.
YouTuber Anvesh has sparked a social media controversy over remarks related to Hindu deities. The Women’s Commission investigated his content and found it contained material offensive to women. Following the probe, the commission has recommended reviewing his social media accounts and taking strict action to ensure compliance with legal standards online.
Shashi Tharoor said the US move against Venezuela shows world politics now works on “might is right.” He said international law and UN rules are being ignored. His comments came after the US removed President Nicolas Maduro and took him to New York for trial, while supporters welcomed the change and critics warned of double […]