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President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday said that India’s growing self-reliance in the defence sector played a crucial role in the success of Operation Sindoor, the precision military strikes carried out against terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. Addressing the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, the President underscored India’s firm commitment to national security.
Operation Sindoor was launched in response to the deadly Pahalgam terror attack and targeted terror infrastructure linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
Bangladesh on Sunday expressed strong disapproval after former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina delivered a public address in New Delhi. The Dhaka foreign ministry described India’s decision to allow the speech as “surprising” and “shocking,” calling it a clear affront to both the people and the government of Bangladesh.
Hasina, 78, has been in India since August 2024 following a student-led uprising that ended her 15-year rule. In November 2025, she was found guilty in absentia by a Dhaka court for incitement, issuing orders to kill, and failing to prevent atrocities, and was sentenced to death.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla has been conferred with the Ashoka Chakra, India’s highest peacetime military decoration, in recognition of his exceptional contribution to the nation’s space programme and his landmark mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
The award honours Shukla’s role in advancing India’s space capabilities through his journey and stay aboard the ISS, a feat that marked a historic moment for the country.
In a special interview broadcast live from Prayagraj on Dynamite News, Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand spoke openly about the alleged attack on his camp, the future strategy of his movement, and contemporary politics.
Swami Avimukteshwaranand said the alleged attack on his camp in Prayagraj was not just a security lapse but an attempt to suppress the movement. He claimed that the camp was deliberately targeted to send a message, but he is not afraid of such threats. “Such attempts have always been made to stop those who walk on the path of truth,” he said.
Five people, including two children and an elderly woman, died after a fire engulfed a four-storey furniture shop building in Nampally, Hyderabad, officials said on Sunday. The incident occurred on Saturday, prompting rescue teams to rush to the site to save those trapped in the building’s basement.
“Five bodies, including two boys and an elderly woman, were retrieved from the cellar of the building today,” a senior police official told media. Initial reports suggest the victims died due to asphyxiation, although the exact cause will be determined after post-mortem examinations.
Sunny Deol's recently released film, Border 2, has had a strong start at the box office. Within just two days of its release, it has broken records set by several films in Sunny Deol's career and has now become his third-biggest film. The film is receiving immense love from audiences across the country and has also performed exceptionally well overseas.
According to reports from SACNILC, Border 2 collected ₹30 crore on its opening day. On the second day, the film recorded an impressive ₹36.5 crore, bringing its total collection to ₹66.5 crore. The film is expected to easily cross the ₹100 crore mark in India by Sunday.
The Government has announced the country's prestigious Padma Awards a day before Republic Day 2026. As every year, the Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri will be conferred on individuals who have made exceptional contributions in various fields. These awards recognize the work of individuals serving society, the nation, and humanity at the national level.
The Padma Awards 2026 list includes several well-known and grassroots figures who have made notable contributions in fields such as health, social service, education, science, arts, and culture.
A minor dispute on a local train, considered Mumbai's lifeline, escalated into a horrific incident. Alok Kumar Singh (32), a professor at a college in Vile Parle, was stabbed to death at Malad railway station following a dispute over alighting. The Borivali Railway Police (GRP) acted swiftly and arrested the accused within 24 hours.
According to police, the incident occurred on January 24, 2026, at around 5:40 p.m. Alok Kumar Singh boarded the Borivali slow local train from Andheri station. He was standing near the door of the compartment due to the crowd. As soon as the train stopped at platform number 1 of Malad railway station, he had an altercation with the accused over alighting.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla of the Indian Air Force has been nominated for the Ashoka Chakra, the country's highest peacetime gallantry award. He has been recommended for this honor for displaying exceptional courage, presence of mind, and mental fortitude during his historic and challenging space mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS). Shubhanshu Shukla also became the first Indian to visit the ISS, establishing a new identity for India on the international stage.
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla launched into space on June 25, 2025, as part of the Axiom-4 mission. He arrived at the ISS with three other astronauts. He is the second Indian astronaut to fly to space after Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma, but holds the distinction of being the first Indian to reach the ISS.
Following Bangladesh's exclusion from the 2026 T20 World Cup, the controversy within the cricketing world is deepening. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has now threatened to boycott the tournament, prompting the International Cricket Council (ICC) to take a firm stance. According to ICC sources, if Pakistan takes such a step, it could face stringent action that could seriously impact its international cricketing future.
Following the decision to exclude Bangladesh from the T20 World Cup and include Scotland, PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi accused the ICC of adopting double standards. He issued a statement in support of Bangladesh and even suggested that Pakistan might also consider boycotting the tournament.
This statement by Naqvi did not sit well with the ICC. According to reports, the ICC is taking this threat seriously and is preparing to isolate Pakistan if it takes such action.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his first "Mann Ki Baat" address of 2026, congratulated the Nation on Republic Day. He especially appealed to young voters to celebrate National Voters' Day. The PM said that becoming a voter is an important milestone in life, and celebrating it increases awareness about voting.
PM Modi said, "We appeal to all countrymen to celebrate becoming voters. Just as we share joy on birthdays, when a young person becomes a voter, the entire neighborhood, village, or city should come together to congratulate them. These small efforts will strengthen democracy and increase citizens' responsibility towards voting."
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M.K. Stalin on Sunday paid tribute to the state's language martyrs who lost their lives during the historic anti-Hindi movements. On this occasion, he made it clear that there is no place for Hindi in Tamil Nadu, not now, not ever.
Sharing a post on social media, Stalin said, "A state that cherished its language like life, unitedly fought against the forced imposition of Hindi and protested with the same zeal every time it was imposed." He also shared a short video based on the history of the anti-Hindi movement, mentioning the martyrs of the 1965 movement and highlighting the contributions of DMK stalwarts C.N. Annadurai and M. Karunanidhi.
Another serious case of violence against minorities has emerged in Bangladesh. Chanchal Chandra Bhowmick, a 23-year-old Hindu youth, was brutally murdered in Narsingdi district. It is alleged that unknown individuals poured petrol into a garage and set it on fire, burning Chanchal alive. This incident, reported to have occurred on Friday night, January 23, has sent shockwaves throughout the area.
According to locals, Chanchal worked at a garage in the Masjid Market area near the Narsingdi Police Lines. As usual, he fell asleep inside the garage after finishing work. Late at night, an unknown person closed the garage shutter from outside, sprinkled petrol, and set it on fire. The fire spread rapidly, leaving Chanchal unable to escape.
A tense situation erupted outside Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati's camp, located on the northern side of Triveni Marg, Sector 4, Prayagraj, on Sunday evening. In a complaint to the Kalpvasi police station chief, Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati stated that his camp, the devotees staying there, and his property were threatened.
According to the complaint, some anti-social elements arrived outside the camp between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. with sticks and saffron flags. It is alleged that some youths tried to forcibly enter the camp and began creating a ruckus. Seeing the situation escalate, a scuffle broke out between the camp's volunteers and the rioters. The volunteers managed to remove the rioters.
Following the International Cricket Council's (ICC) major decision regarding the T20 World Cup, the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has finally accepted it. On Saturday, the ICC announced Scotland's inclusion in the tournament in place of Bangladesh. The tournament is scheduled to be played between India and Sri Lanka from February 7th. Bangladesh was placed in Group C, but citing security concerns, it flatly refused to play in India.
BCB Media Committee Chairman Amjad Hussain said the board tried everything possible, but the ICC remained firm on its decision. He said, "We knew the ICC would not accept our demand. We appealed and held meetings, but when the majority decision was made, we were left with no choice."
Gold prices in the country have seen a sharp rise over the past week. On a weekly basis, 24-carat gold has gained ₹16,480, while 22-carat gold has seen a rise of ₹15,100. Similarly, silver has also provided excellent returns to investors, with its price rising by ₹40,000 per kg in a week.
On January 25, 2026, the price of 24-carat gold in the capital Delhi reached ₹1,60,410 per 10 grams. Meanwhile, 22-carat gold is being sold at ₹1,47,050 per 10 grams. This is among the highest prices ever.
The weather has taken a sudden turn in the country's hilly states. Heavy snowfall has created extremely challenging conditions in Himachal Pradesh. Over 680 roads, including two national highways, have been closed in the state. The worst impact is being felt in Lahaul-Spiti, Chamba, Mandi, and Kullu districts. More than 100 vehicles are stranded near Manali, causing significant inconvenience to tourists and locals.
Due to continuous snowfall, roads in Manali, Shimla, and surrounding areas are completely covered with snow. Traffic jams lasted for hours at many places. According to media reports, people were stuck in traffic jams for more than eight hours at some locations. The administration has advised people to avoid non-essential travel and wait until the weather clears.
Security and traffic arrangements have been tightened in the National Capital New Delhi for the Republic Day parade. Traffic restrictions will be implemented on several major roads starting this evening in view of the parade, which will begin at 10:30 am on January 26th from Vijay Chowk and proceed to the Red Fort. The Delhi Traffic Police has appealed to the public to avoid traveling to New Delhi and Central Delhi on January 26th and to use alternative routes.
The Republic Day parade will begin at Vijay Chowk via Kartavya Path, passing through C-Hexagon, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Statue, Tilak Marg, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, and Netaji Subhash Marg, and reach the Red Fort. No one will be allowed to cross the route during the parade. For security reasons, the entire event will be monitored through drones and other aerial surveillance.
Weather conditions varied across the country on January 25th. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), cold weather persisted in North India, while western and southern India experienced relatively stable and pleasant weather. Fog, cold winds, and occasional light rains in several states are disrupting normal life.
The weather in North India currently remains cold but clear. The minimum temperature is around 14 degrees Celsius and the maximum temperature is around 24 degrees Celsius. Nighttime temperatures may drop to 9 degrees Celsius, while daytime temperatures are expected to hover around 19 degrees Celsius. It is a relief that no rain warning has been issued yet.
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