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The election schedule was announced a day after the Supreme Court extended the January 31 timeline for completing the poll process for local body elections by two weeks.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu praised Yami Gautam and Haq, saying the film made her feel love, rage, strength, vulnerability and hope. The movie's storytelling and performances continue to impress audiences and industry peers alike.

Shakti Anand opens up the revolution in television after pandemic, how male-driven shows are also being conceptulised, and the success of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2.

Sony Virdi transforms Sikkim's education through the Play Way method, digital tablets, and building India's first sustainable Green Campus.

A Canada-born singer, rapper, and actress has alleged that she was in a private relationship with renowned Punjabi singer Karan Aujla without him revealing that he was already married to Palak Aujla at that time.

The new 2026 Tata Punch Facelift was launched in India. Check variant-wise price, new design, features, safety, engine options, and key specifications.

IIT Guwahati, GATE 2026 Hall Ticket: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati has released the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026 admit cards on January 13. Candidates who will take the GATE 2026 exam must check their information as they download GATE 2026 admit card.

Sanober Shaikh, daughter of late gangster Hussain Ustara, has sent a legal notice to O'Romeo makers demanding Rs 2 crore and asking for the film's release to be halted, claiming it portrays her father negatively.

China remained the top buyer, accounting for 48 per cent of Russia's export revenues from the top five importers.

A video conference was held on Tuesday between the International Cricket Council (ICC) and the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to discuss the ongoing controversy surrounding Bangladesh's participation in the ICC T20I World Cup 2026, which is scheduled to take place on Indian venues.

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been continuing its layoffs in 2026 that led to massive job cuts as part of its major restructuring that started from 2025. The largest IT company in India confirmed that more job cuts are in the fray as it strives to achieve a 2% reduction in headcount.

Border featured Suniel Shetty as Captain Bhairon Singh, a battle-hardened Indian Army officer who was martyred in the film's climax. His son Ahan Shetty stars in the sequel Border 2, that also features Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh, and releases on January 23.

The current skipper of the Australian women's cricket team has decided to end her international career and also announced the date of her retirement.

SEC enforcement actions against public companies fell to a record low in FY2025, marking a clear shift from the aggressive Gensler era to Paul Atkins' ack to basics approach.

Ira Khan opened up about her struggle with body image and self-doubt, sharing how her father Aamir Khan supported her during a difficult time. Her honesty has inspired many and started conversations about mental health and self-acceptance.

Bangladesh is considering sending troops to Gaza to join the International Stabilisation Force amid US pressure, Islamist opposition and regional sensitivities.

The government's intervention comes amid growing concerns over the safety and well-being of gig workers.

South Korea's stablecoin regulation faces continued delay. Learn how the stalemate is changing risk, compliance, and system design.

Choreographer-filmmaker Farah Khan made a surprising comment about Andaz Apna Apna and revealed that she knew that Salman Khan, Aamir Khan's film would flop.

Iran faces global concern as rights groups warn that 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani may become the first person executed in the current protest wave. Arrested in Karaj, he was reportedly sentenced to death after a rushed trial amid a nationwide crackdown.

Raashii Khanna says Lohri is about warmth, gratitude and togetherness. She fondly remembers celebrating with family around bonfires in Delhi and believes the festival continues to unite people, spread happiness and mark the end of winter.

While addressing the annual press conference in the capital, he said the Armed forces had complete freedom to act or respond during Op Sindoor.

A new documentary on Stranger Things 5 sparked debate when fans noticed ChatGPT tabs on the Duffer Brothers' laptop. Some viewers suspect AI helped write the finale, while others defend the creators. The behind-the-scenes challenges and rushed script added to the discussions.

The Delhi airspace will remain closed daily from January 21 to 26 for Republic Day rehearsals and celebrations, disrupting over 600 flights. The restrictions may cause delays, cancellations, and missed connections during an already challenging winter travel period.

Ranveer Singh and Akshaye Khanna's Dhurandhar is racing towards the Rs 1300 crore mark worldwide, and now the makers have slashed the ticket rates.

The Trust Wallet extension hack revealed a deeper issue in how software is trusted. Read why supply chain design now matters more than reviews or audits.

Iran faces its biggest unrest since 1979 as protests intensify and hundreds are killed. While Trump threatens tariffs on nations trading with Iran, Tehran says backchannel talks with Washington remain open. Airlines suspend flights amid rising instability.

By mandating machine-readable disclosures, Europe has transformed white papers from narrative documents into regulatory data objects. The result is a market where issuance is no longer interpreted primarily by humans, but ingested, compared, flagged, and surveilled by systems.

Makar Sankranti 2026: Uttar Pradesh schools and government offices will remain closed on January 15 after CM Yogi Adityanath's revised holiday order.

Disha Patani sparked dating rumours after being seen with Punjabi singer Talwinder Singh Sidhu at a wedding and later at the airport. Neither has confirmed or denied the reports, leaving fans curious about their relationship.

Every year in emerging technology brings predictions. Most are incremental. A few are noisy. Very few describe a structural shift.

A transit visa is a short-term permit that allows travellers to pass through a country for a layover, en route to their final destination. To obtain this visa, travellers must provide proof of onward travel and demonstrate that they do not intend to stay in the country for an extended period.

Malicious code was injected into version 2.68 of a popular Chrome wallet extension and distributed through official channels.

Two nurses from a private hospital in Barasat, West Bengal, are in critical condition with suspected Nipah virus infection. Samples have been sent to AIIMS Kalyani for confirmation as authorities step up surveillance, contact tracing, and precautionary measures.

The IMD indicated that yellow alerts will remain in place until January 17, signalling a prolonged spell of biting cold across the region. The impact was stark on the ground, with massive ground frost and ice formation reported across Gurugram's outskirts for the second consecutive morning.

Hema Malini has admitted that she hasn't watched her husband, Dharmendra's, last film, Ikkis, and also revealed the real reason why she chose to avoid it.

Harnaaz Sandhu says Lohri is a special festival that reminds her of family, childhood memories and Punjabi culture. She believes Lohri is about togetherness, joy, traditions and staying connected to one's roots, even when celebrating away from home.

While globally the focus is on the emerging situation in Venezuela and in India the focus has been understandably been on Trump's go ahead to a bill aims to impose 500 per cent tariffs on countries for buying Russian oil as well as the remarks of US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that the Indo-US trade deal fell through because PM Modi did not make a call to Donald Trump.

Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo has opened up about US President Donald Trump, calling him out as the 'worst human being' for terrorising United States and its people.

Taapsee Pannu has made a big revelation about the PR games in the film industry, and revealed that she's spending her money on her family, rather than paying for articles to pull others down.

Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has termed the widespread protests in Iran an uprising, saying the unrest could weaken Russia. European leaders condemned Tehran's crackdown, while the US announced fresh economic pressure amid growing demonstrations and human rights concerns.

In its advisory, the embassy said that the protests across Iran may turn violent amid heightened security measures by Iranian authorities.

Emraan Hashmi has made a strong statement on Ranbir Kapoor's Animal, why it worked, despite heavy criticism, and even admitted that males in the film industry are insecure.

Lohri 2026 affects bank operations in select states on January 13. Banks will remain closed in Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Chandigarh. Digital banking services will continue, but customers should plan branch visits carefully due to multiple mid-January holidays.

The tariff announcement is made as Trump considers potential military actions against Iran due to the ongoing protests. Simultaneously, human rights organizations are reporting a rising number of fatalities.

Lohri is a vibrant winter festival of North India celebrating harvest, warmth, and togetherness. Marked by bonfires, folk songs, and traditional sweets, it honours nature, new beginnings, and cultural roots while welcoming longer days and prosperity.

The highway will be built as an elevated corridor, with special ramps being constructed at Mahoba, Ghatampur, and Hamirpur to ensure connectivity to nearby towns and villages is not disrupted.

On January 13, 2026, gold prices in India range from Rs 13,621 per 1 gram for 24K gold and Rs 12,486 per 1 gram for 22K gold. Silver is priced at Rs 2,42,100 per kilogram. Check city-wise rates here.

As Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar begins to slow down in its sixth week, it is set to conclude its theatrical run as the fourth highest-grossing Indian film of all time behind Dangal, Baahubali 2: The Conclusion, and Pushpa 2: The Rule. Dhurandhar 2 releases in cinemas on March 19.

This is the latest in a spate of brutal killings of persons from the Hindu community in the neighbouring country. In December, a Hindu factory worker in Mymensingh district was lynched and his body set on fire over accusations of insulting Islam. Here are more details.