Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par is one of the most anticipated films of the year. The sequel to the 2007 released film will be reuniting Khan with Darsheel Safary nearly after 18 years. Adding to the excitement, Khan recently confirmed that the film will be releasing this Christmas. ...
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The Enforcement Directorate issues notices to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's wife and Minister Byrathi Suresh
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) issued notices today to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s wife BM Parvathi and Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh, in connection with its investigation into the Mysore Urban Development Authority (Muda) scam in which Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is the prime accused. ...

Colombian President Calls Out Trump as “White Slave Owner”
Moments before being defeated in the tariff war by Donald Trump, Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticised the US President as a “white slave owner” and said that the US would “never dominate” the South American country. He said that Trump considers him an “inferior race” and added that he is not, “nor is any Colombian”. ...

Union Home Minister Amit Shah to participate in Maha Kumbh Mela
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday expressed his anticipation of participating in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela here, by taking a dip at the Sangam and seeking blessings from saints. ...

Understanding Guillain-Barré Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) is a rare yet potentially life-threatening neurological condition in which the immune system mistakenly targets the peripheral nervous system. This attack disrupts nerve signals, causing progressive muscle weakness that can lead to paralysis in severe cases. ...

DeepSeek AI Platform Surpasses OpenAI in Apple App Store Rankings
DeepSeek, an AI platform developed by a Hangzhou-based startup, has quickly climbed the ranks to surpass OpenAI's ChatGPT in Apple’s App Store download rankings in the US. This rapid rise, reported by The Spectator Index, marks DeepSeek as a formidable competitor to industry giants like OpenAI, Google, and Microsoft. ...

Prayagraj Gears Up for Second Amrit Snan During Kumbh Mela
On January 30, 2025, Prayagraj will host the second Amrit Snan (holy bath) during the ongoing Kumbh Mela, coinciding with the Makar Sankranti Amavasya (New Moon). It is expected that over 10 crore devotees will gather for this significant event. ...

BSP Chief Mayawati condemns attempt to vandalize Ambedkar statue in Amritsar
The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Monday (January 27, 2025) condemned the alleged attempt to vandalize a statue of Dr. BR Ambedkar in Punjab's Amritsar and accused the State's Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government of negligence. ...
Brazilian Government Condemns Trump Administration's Treatment of Immigrants
The Brazilian government on Monday lashed out at the Donald Trump Administration after dozens of immigrants from the US arrived in the South American country following a crackdown on illegal immigrants. These immigrants were reportedly in handcuffs. Several videos of immigrants walking with chained feet and with handcuffs also surfaced online. ...

Richa Chadha Reflects on Importance of Paternity Leave and Supportive Partners
Actors Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal celebrated the arrival of their daughter, Zuneyra Ida Fazal, in July last year. Richa reflected on the early months of motherhood, highlighting the importance of having a supportive partner at home. In a recent interview, she revealed that Ali had requested paternity leave after their daughter's birth but was unable to obtain it. ...

Israel Allows Palestinians to Return to Heavily Destroyed Gaza Strip
Deir Al-Balah: Israel has begun allowing Palestinians to return to the heavily destroyed north of the Gaza Strip for the first time since the early weeks of the 15-month war with Hamas, in accordance with a fragile ceasefire. ...

Controversy at Tata Steel Chess Tournament as Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev Refuses to Shake Hands with Indian GM
Wijk Aan Zee (The Netherlands): Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev’s refusal to shake hands with Indian GM R Vaishali stirred up a controversy at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament before the Uzbek apologised, saying that he meant no disrespect and didn’t respond to the gesture because of “religious reasons”. ...

The Annual Dolphin Census Underway in Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha
The eagerly awaited dolphin census has commenced today in the serene waters of notable Bhitarkanika and Gahirmatha in the coastal Kendrapara district of Odisha. ...

Grand Celebration of 76th Republic Day in Mahakumbh City
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US Will Not Impose Sanctions on Colombia After Agreement on Deported Migrants
The US will not impose sanctions and tariffs on Colombia after the South American nation agreed to accept deported migrants from the United States, the White House press secretary said in a statement late on Sunday. ...

Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant Raises Objection Over A Dance Sequence Filmed In 'Chhaava'
Last Updated: January 27, 2025, 09:38 IST India Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant raises objection over a dance sequence filmed in Vicky Kaushal starrer movie "Chhaava". ...

Parliamentary Panel Suggests Over 500 Amendments to Waqf Amendment Bill
New Delhi: Members of the parliamentary panel on the Waqf Amendment Bill have suggested 572 amendments to the draft legislation that has the government and the opposition at loggerheads. ...

First Death from GBS Virus Reported in Solapur, Maharashtra
The first death due to the Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS) virus was reported in Solapur, Maharashtra amid the outbreak on Monday. Till now, 100 patients of GBS have been admitted to the hospitals of Pune which is the centre of the outbreak. This is a breaking story and more details will be added as the situation unfolds. ...

SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch Unlikely to Get Extension, Government Invites Applications for Chairman Post
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) chief Madhabi Puri Buch is unlikely to get an extension in her post as the government invited applications on Monday for the post of SEBI chairman. ...
US Suspends Foreign Aid, Reviews Assistance Programs
The United States has announced the suspension of all foreign aid and ordered the review of American financial assistance to other countries, to ensure they are efficient and consistent with its foreign policy under the America First agenda. The move comes after President Donald Trump signed an executive order in this regard. ...

US Homeland Security Officials Visiting Gurdwaras in NY and NJ for Immigration Checks
Law enforcement officials from the US Department of Homeland Security have started visiting gurdwaras in New York and New Jersey to check for the presence of illegal immigrants, drawing a sharp reaction from some Sikh organisations which see such actions as a threat to the sanctity of their faith. ...

Children Fall Ill After Consuming Unknown Fruit in Odisha
In an alarming incident, at least 10 children from Munda Sahi locality in Odisha's Jajpur district fell ill after consuming some unknown poisonous fruit from a nearby tree. The children, mostly minors, have been hospitalized after ingesting the fruit. ...

Uttarakhand to Implement Uniform Civil Code: All You Need to Know
Uttarakhand will become the first Indian state to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) on Monday (January 27), a move that has stirred political debates and national attention. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami stated that the law will bring uniformity in society while ensuring equal rights and responsibilities for all citizens. ...

Trump's Plan to Displace Gazans Met with Defiance
Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas and armed group Hamas vowed on Sunday to defy proposals for the forced displacement of Gazans, after US President Donald Trump floated a plan to "clean out" the war-battered territory. ...

Chinese Police Dog Loses Year-End Bonus for Sleeping on the Job
A Chinese police dog may find it hard to pay bills after its year-end bonus was docked for sleeping on the job and peeing in a food bowl, according to a report in South China Morning Post (SCMP). Canine cop, Fuzai, a Corgi, joined the police dog training base in Weifang, Shandong province, in northern China, shortly after birth. ...