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West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announced she will move court against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, calling it “inhumane” and blaming it for deaths and harassment. She criticized elderly and ill citizens being forced to prove identity and alleged discrimination against Bengalis, demanding the Election Commission address flaws.
Israel has revoked licenses of several aid groups, barring them from bringing supplies or sending international staff into Gaza. The affected organizations must halt operations by March 1. Some groups have already been prevented from delivering aid, signaling immediate disruption to humanitarian support in the territory amid ongoing operational restrictions.
In the Mulugu district, ministers Konda Surekha, Sitakka, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, and temple priests invited CM Revanth to the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Maha Jatra. The CM unveiled the festival poster and officially extended the invitation for the grand event, scheduled to take place from January 28 to 31, with chief priests participating in the ceremony.
An attack occurred at US Vice President JD Vance’s Ohio residence on Monday, with one suspect taken into custody. Windows were reportedly smashed, though the Vance family was not home. Authorities are investigating the motive and whether it was targeted. No official statement from Vance or the White House has been issued yet.
Amid the Sivaji–Anasuya controversy over actresses’ clothing, senior actor Suman called Sivaji’s words unacceptable but noted his apology. Suman cited Silk Smitha and other actresses, highlighting that on-screen boldness didn’t reflect real-life behavior. He emphasized professionalism, discipline, and proper guidance in cinema.
In Moinabad’s Pedda Mangalaram, dozens of Lambadi homes were demolished by the Revanth govt. Residents say 100–200 policemen and goons destroyed houses without checking locks. ST families were hardest hit, some hospitalised from stress, while political and lawyer-owned homes were untouched, leaving villagers angry and regretting past political choices.
Telangana Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy announced that 39 Sub-Registrar offices will be built as 11 integrated clusters across Hyderabad, Rangareddy, Medchal, and Sangareddy districts. The state’s first phase of integrated Sub-Registrar office construction will start here, marking a major step in improving public service infrastructure.
Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, serving a 20-year sentence for rape, was granted a 40-day parole, his 15th since 2017. Despite convictions and past murder charges, he repeatedly receives parole, often sparking public criticism. Singh will stay at the Dera headquarters in Sirsa, Haryana, during the parole period.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) approached the State Election Commission, demanding a probe into 68 Mahayuti candidates winning unopposed in Thane and other municipal elections. Alleging irregularities, MNS cited rejected nominations and misuse of government machinery. The SEC has ordered an investigation. Sena-UBT also raised similar concerns.
British MP Bob Blackman reiterated that the entire Jammu and Kashmir should be reunited with India, saying he has backed the abrogation of Article 370 since 1992. Speaking in Jaipur, he condemned terrorism, criticised Pakistan’s occupation, supported India’s counter-terror actions, and urged global solidarity with New Delhi.
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha revealed that nearly 850 new positions at NIMS will be filled soon to handle rising patient numbers. He also announced that government hospitals statewide will get 490 extra ventilators and 9 MRI machines. The move aims to improve patient care and strengthen hospital capacity across the state.
Indian-American Pulkit Desai was sworn in as mayor of Parsippany, New Jersey, becoming the township’s first Indian-American leader after a narrow election win. A US Marine veteran and tech professional, Desai pledged smart development, strong public services, transparency, and equal representation, calling the victory a historic milestone for the diverse community.
The US has a long history of regime-change interventions, from Afghanistan and Iraq to Latin America, often followed by instability and conflict. Against this backdrop, Donald Trump’s reported military action in Venezuela, despite tactical success, revives concerns over America’s repeated failures to impose lasting political order after removing foreign leaders.
Special Chief Secretary M T Krishnababu said over 90 percent land acquisition for Bhogapuram Airport was completed before 2019. By 2019, 2,703 acres were acquired. About 200 acres were stuck in court cases, which were later resolved, clearing the path for the airport project to proceed smoothly. He clarified facts amid political debate and confusion.
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL challenging the Prime Minister’s ceremonial chadar offering at Ajmer Dargah, calling the issue non-justiciable under Article 32. The CJI-led Bench advised petitioners to pursue their civil suit separately, clarifying its observations would not affect pending proceedings in Ajmer.