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Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha announced extensive medical arrangements for devotees attending the Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara in Medaram, Mulugu district. A 50-bed hospital, two mini hospitals, and 30 medical camps are operational, supported by 3,199 staff including 544 doctors on duty. Also, 42 camps and 35 ambulances have been deployed.
Sankranti festivities will light up Shilparamam in Hyderabad’s Hi-Tech City from Sunday through January 16. Organizers announced daily cultural programs starting at 6 pm, featuring Kuchipudi recitals. Performers from Nritya Bharati, Saraswati Nritya Kalamandiram, Josh Academy, and other cultural groups will showcase traditional art forms.
PM Modi will engage with nearly 3,000 young participants at the Viksit Bharat-Young Literary Dialogue to be held tomorrow at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi. Youth from across India and overseas will take part, sharing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and development-focused plans. The interaction aims to amplify young voices in shaping the nation’s future.
The AP Tourism Dept wrapped up the ‘Aavakai-Amaravati’ festivities in grand style at Bhavanidweepam and Krishna Beach, Vijayawada. From 11 am on the final day, Sankranthi skits, children’s stick-fighting displays, and martial arts camps captivated visitors. Officials said Saturday alone drew over 4,500 attendees, marking the event a vibrant cultural success.
Youth in Hyderabad staged their third protest this week over delays in Telangana’s job calendar notifications. Demonstrators accused authorities of detaining them at Chikkadapally library. The protests target the Congress govt’s unfulfilled promise of timely recruitment for 2 lakh jobs. Opposition BRS and BJP criticised police action against protestors.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan defended the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, assuring it safeguards linguistic minorities, including Kannada and Tamil speakers. He emphasized India’s diversity must be celebrated, not imposed. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah opposed the bill, citing constitutional rights and urging inclusive dialogue to protect linguistic freedoms.
President Trump urged U.S. oil executives, including ExxonMobil, to invest $100 billion in Venezuela, claiming security and U.S. oversight. ExxonMobil CEO called the country “un-investable” due to past asset seizures. The White House aims to control Venezuelan oil sales, and increase production, while critics denounce the move as “imperialism.”
Ahmed Sheikh, a Jammu and Kashmir resident, was detained at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir for attempting to offer namaz near Sita Rasoi. Security agencies are interrogating him, recovering minor items but no weapons. Authorities are verifying his background and intentions. Meanwhile, the district banned non-veg food delivery and cautioned hotels and homestays near the temple.
Joy Mahapatro, a Hindu youth from Sunamganj, Bangladesh, was beaten and poisoned to death, in what his family calls a premeditated murder. Violence against Hindus has surged following radical leader Sharif Osman Hadi’s death. India condemned the attacks, urging Bangladesh’s interim government to act swiftly and protect minority communities from violence.
Congress Rajya Sabha MP Imran Pratapgarhi accused the BJP of pursuing a “divide and rule” strategy, creating unprecedented hatred and depriving people of education. Speaking ahead of Mumbai municipal elections, he defended Mumbai’s integrity against privatization. He criticised BJP ministers’ divisive language and the silence of senior leaders.
The ED approached the Supreme Court seeking a CBI probe into raids on I-PAC, alleging West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee obstructed the investigation and removed documents with police help. The Calcutta High Court denied urgent relief. The Bengal government filed a caveat, while I-PAC condemned the raids but pledged full cooperation.
Greenland’s five parliamentary parties jointly rejected Donald Trump’s renewed push to control the island, declaring they want to be Greenlanders, not Americans or Danes. They urged respect for self-determination. Trump cited Arctic security and warned of a “hard way.” Denmark dismissed any threat, stressing NATO unity, and postwar security.
Telangana Cinematography Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy distanced himself from Tollywood, expressing deep anguish over permission being granted for the Pushpa-2 premiere despite a woman’s death. Hurt by the incident, he said he no longer wished to be approached on benefit shows. The minister clarified that he had no role in recent ticket price increases.
Britain Author JK Rowling famous for Harry Potter novels, reacted to Iran’s latest protests by sharing a video praising demonstrators. The unrest, sparked by economic hardship, has spread across cities with strikes and internet shutdowns. Activists claim Iranians reject the Islamic Republic, while state media blames US and Israeli “terrorist agents”.
Former TG Minister and BRS Working President KTR has been honored with a prestigious international invitation from Harvard University, USA. He is set to address the 23rd India Conference at the Harvard campus, scheduled for Feb 14-15. The conference, themed ‘The India We Imagine’, will bring together global leaders and policymakers to discuss India’s future.