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Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay on Monday left the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) headquarters in Delhi after undergoing more than six hours of questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case.
Vijay appeared before the CBI earlier in the day in compliance with a notice issued by the agency directing him to be present at its Delhi headquarters on January 12 for questioning. The CBI is probing the circumstances surrounding the stampede that occurred in Karur, Tamil Nadu.
Former Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, on Monday after losing consciousness twice over the weekend, officials confirmed.
According to news agency PTI, the 74-year-old experienced health issues on January 10. He lost consciousness twice while using the washroom on Saturday, prompting doctors to recommend a thorough medical evaluation.
The Uttar Pradesh government has declared January 15, 2026, as a public holiday on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. According to the official notification, all state government offices, educational institutions, and public-sector establishments will remain closed on the day.
While Makar Sankranti is traditionally celebrated on January 14, this year the festival falls on January 15 for religious purposes. The shift is based on the Punya Kaal Muhurat, which will be observed on January 15 from sunrise until 1 pm. This period is considered auspicious for performing rituals, taking holy dips, and offering charity.
In today's times of volatility in the stock market, and investors fear losses, people seek options that ensure complete security and assured returns. The Post Office Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) scheme meets this need, offering investors significant long-term benefits with guaranteed returns.
The Kisan Vikas Patra is a small savings scheme supported by the Government of India and operated through post offices. This scheme is specifically for those who want to safely invest their hard-earned money while remaining risk-averse. The most significant feature of this scheme is that the amount deposited doubles within a fixed period.
A unique video of Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha is rapidly going viral on social media. In this video, Raghav Chadha, breaking away from his traditional political image, is seen as a delivery boy. Dressed in a uniform from the quick-commerce company BlinkIt, wearing a helmet and a delivery bag, he went door-to-door on a scooter to deliver parcels. His style has been greatly appreciated by social media users.
Raghav Chadha himself shared this video on social media on Monday, which has instantly garnered millions of views. In the video, he is seen riding a scooter with a delivery partner, delivering parcels to various homes. He is seen interacting with people and smiling during the deliveries. This scene is not typically associated with an MP, so the video attracted everyone's attention.
The 2026 T20 World Cup is scheduled to be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka starting February 7th. Preparations for this mega tournament are in full swing, but significant news has emerged regarding the venue for Bangladesh's matches. According to reports, the venue for Bangladesh's matches may be relocated, and the BCCI has made a significant decision in this regard.
According to the previously released schedule, all of Bangladesh's group matches were to be played in Kolkata and Mumbai. However, according to a Cricbuzz report, the likelihood of these matches being shifted to Sri Lanka is now very low. Instead, it is more likely that the matches will be relocated to cities in South India. In this scenario, Chennai and Thiruvananthapuram could be potential new venues.
Toyota's popular full-size SUV, the Toyota Fortuner, has become more expensive in India. The company recently increased prices for its passenger vehicles, affecting both the Fortuner and Fortuner Legender. Following this increase, Fortuner prices have risen by ₹51,000 to ₹74,000, depending on the variant.
Toyota has increased prices for almost all Fortuner variants. The entry-level manual variant has seen the lowest increase of ₹51,000, while top-end variants like the powerful 4x4 and GRS have become more expensive by over ₹50,000.
The company has also discontinued the Leader variant, which was available for a limited time, leaving customers with fewer options to choose from.
The United States has reiterated that India remains at the core of its global strategic priorities, with newly appointed US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor describing President Donald Trump’s relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “real” and underlining that no partnership is more consequential for Washington than ties with New Delhi.
Speaking after assuming charge in New Delhi, Gor said President Trump is keen to visit India within the next one or two years. Recalling Trump’s earlier visit, the ambassador said the US President often speaks fondly of India and his personal rapport with Prime Minister Modi.
Prabhas's highly anticipated film "The Raja Saab" was released in theaters on January 9th. The film had a strong opening at the box office on its first day of release, but its earnings declined over the weekend due to a weak story and negative reviews. Despite this, the film has set several major records in just three days.
According to box office reports, the film earned ₹9.15 crore from preview shows. The first day saw a strong collection of ₹53.75 crore. On the second day, earnings dropped to ₹26 crore, while on the third day, the film earned ₹19.1 crore. Thus, "The Raja Saab"'s total three-day earnings, including India and abroad, have reached approximately ₹108 crore.
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President and actor Vijay arrived here in the National Captial to face the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) questioning in connection with the Karur stampede. The tragedyhad claimed 41 lives during a party campaign event in September last year.
The CBI had issued a notice to Vijay under Section 179 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)and asked him to appear befor the probe agency for examination.
On the instructions of the Election Commission of India, the Special Summary Revision (SIR) process has been completed in Uttar Pradesh, and the provisional voter list has been published. Following this, the date for registering new voters has been announced. Individuals who have attained the voting age between January 6 and February 6, 2026, can enroll their names in the electoral roll. The Commission has clarified that no applications will be accepted after the stipulated date.
US President Donald Trump on Sunday invited a fresh controversy over US role in Venezuela after describing himself as the “Acting President of Venezuela” in a post on his platform, Truth Social.
The post has reignited debate around the US intervention in the oil-rich Venezuela and its aftermath.
Amazon's Great Republic Day Sale 2026 is set to begin on January 16th. This sale will offer great offers on smartphones, gadgets, and other electronics. Some mobile deals have already been revealed ahead of the sale, allowing customers to save up to thousands of rupees on their favorite phones.
This Samsung smartphone comes with a 50-megapixel primary camera, a 32-megapixel selfie camera, and a 5000 mAh battery. The 8GB/128GB variant is currently selling for ₹24,999. During the sale, the price of this phone will drop to ₹23,999, meaning customers will save ₹1,000.
The Golden Globe Awards 2026, the prestigious entertainment industry's awards ceremony, was held on January 12th at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in California. Fierce competition was witnessed among films, TV series, and artists from around the world. The eagerly awaited winners' list has finally been revealed and this time, the most talked-about winner was 'One Battle After Another'.
This year, Leonardo DiCaprio's film 'One Battle After Another' swept several major categories. Paul Thomas Anderson won Best Director and Best Screenplay for the film. Teyana Taylor, who played a significant role in the film's success, received the Best Female Supporting Actor award.
The PSLV-C62 mission has encountered a critical performance anomaly during the final moments of its third-stage (PS3) burn. After a perfect liftoff, telemetry screens suddenly showed a terrifying deviation in the flight path, with the vehicle's altitude and velocity dropping far below nominal levels.
The suicide of farmer Sukhwant Singh, a resident of Kashipur, Uttarakhand, has caused a sensation in the state. 40-year-old Sukhwant Singh shot himself to death in a hotel room in the Gaula Par area of Haldwani. Following this tragic incident, the state government has taken the matter seriously and ordered a magisterial inquiry.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed Kumaon Commissioner Deepak Rawat to conduct a magisterial inquiry into the entire matter. The Chief Minister has clarified that the investigation must be fair and transparent, and that if negligence or misconduct is found at any level, strict action will be taken against the culprits.
Amidst bone-chilling cold and dense fog, a unique confluence of faith, spirituality, and belief is being witnessed on the sacred sands of Prayagraj, the holy city of pilgrimage. Magh Mela 2026 is in full swing. This 44-day spiritual festival will conclude on February 15th, Mahashivratri. Amid chants of "Har Har Gange" and the blowing of conch shells, millions of devotees are taking a holy dip on the banks of the Sangam, seeking salvation.
This year, the Magh Mela is creating new history in terms of technology and facilities. The administration has made elaborate arrangements for security and convenience. Electricity poles with QR codes, digital information systems, and helicopter services have made the fair hi-tech. The administration is fully alert in view of major bathing festivals like Makar Sankranti and Mauni Amavasya.
The stock market witnessed heavy selling on the first trading day of the week. The BSE Sensex fell sharply at the opening bell, falling by more than 500 points. Market pressure was evident in early trade, raising investor concerns. IT, realty, and financial stocks were the most affected by the selling.
The NSE Nifty 50 also came under pressure and slipped below the crucial 25,550 level. As soon as the market opened, the Nifty weakened, trading below 25,600. According to reports, the Nifty even breached the 26,000 level, a level seen for the first time since November 11. Due to heavy pressure in the realty sector, the Nifty Realty Index suffered the biggest losses.
Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir were alarmed on Sunday evening when several suspicious drones were spotted in areas bordering Pakistan. High alert was declared across the region after reports of drone movement near the International Border (IB) and the Line of Control (LoC) in Samba, Rajouri, and Poonch districts. Security forces responded immediately, alerting forward posts and launching a search operation.
According to officials, a total of about five suspicious drone movements were tracked. It is believed these drones briefly entered Indian airspace and then returned to Pakistan. It is suspected that their purpose may have been to drop weapons or contraband, although no suspicious objects had been found until late at night.
Bilateral relations between India and Germany could take a major turn on Monday. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has arrived in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, on a two-day visit to India. During this visit, he is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It is expected that the talks will focus on trade, investment, defense cooperation, cutting-edge technology, as well as the submarine deal, which is crucial for India.
This is Friedrich Merz's first visit to Asia since becoming German Chancellor, and is considered diplomatically significant. This visit comes at a time of global political instability and many countries are working to strengthen their strategic partnerships. Both India and Germany want to take defense and technological cooperation to new heights.
Gold and silver prices fell slightly today after a day of stability due to profit-booking. After two consecutive days of gains, the market had stabilized, and now investors have begun to book profits. This has directly impacted the prices of precious metals. In the capital, Delhi, 24-carat gold fell by ₹10 per 10 grams today, while the price of 22-carat gold also fell by ₹10.
It's worth noting that before the recent decline, gold prices had seen a sharp rise in the two trading days. During this period, 24-carat gold rose by ₹2,460 per 10 grams, while the price of 22-carat gold rose by ₹2,250. A correction in the market after such a sharp rise is considered natural.
North India is currently reeling under severe cold. Continuous snowfall in the mountains and cold northwesterly winds have caused temperatures to drop sharply in the plains. The cold has disrupted daily routines in several states, including Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Bihar. Chills have increased in the morning and night, while dense fog is also causing problems.
The cold in the national capital has broken a 12-year record. The minimum temperature in the Palam area was recorded at 3.0 degrees Celsius, the lowest since 2013. Morning temperatures in many areas of Delhi remained below 5 degrees. Despite bright sunshine during the day, the cold continued, and the maximum temperature was recorded at 18.8 degrees Celsius, 1.1 degrees below normal.
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