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Junior NTR impressed with Dhandoraa, which he describes as a thought provoking and powerful film with outstanding performances.

MM Keeravaani says that he is honoured and privileged to have composed the music for Vande Mataram for the 26th January Republic Day Parade.

Korrapati's implementation work is complemented by industry engagement, including presenting on CSA implementation and roadblocks at professional venues

Internationally acclaimed couturier, Valentino, passed away at his residence in Rome and as history stands testament was known to have designed for famous women like Lady Diana, Julia Roberts, Jacqueline Kennedy and several others.

Union Minister for Food and Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi has strongly criticised the Karnataka Congress-led government for insisting on using ballot papers for local body elections, calling it a tragedy and a matter of shame.

US President Donald Trump has escalated pressure on Denmark by accusing it of failing to address a Russian security threat in Greenland and threatening tariffs unless the US is allowed to acquire the island. He announced tariffs starting at 10% from February, rising to 25% by June, targeting several European countries. while reiterating that Greenland is not for sale.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said no official is above the law and ordered an inquiry into viral videos allegedly showing inappropriate behaviour by DGP K. Ramachandra Rao in his office. He stated that disciplinary action would be taken if required. The videos, which went viral on social media, have caused embarrassment to the Karnataka Police.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has collected Rs 9.95 crore net at the Indian box office in its seventh weekend, taking its 45-day total to Rs 879.75 crore net in the domestic market.

Today's IndiaU.S. engagement cannot be reduced to the ariff battle. The negotiation landscape in 2026 is strategic, multi-layered, and dynamic.

Inflation remained below the Reserve Bank of India's lower tolerance band for most of the year, which allowed the central bank to cut the repo rate by a cumulative 125 basis points during calendar year 2025.

An Army soldier of the Special Forces succumbed to critical injuries after being wounded in a gunfight with terrorists during an anti-terror operation in the Chatroo area of Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has sought clarification from the minister as the controversy threatens to overshadow the upcoming special legislative session on the VB G Ram G law. Opposition leaders, including R. Ashoka, have demanded Thimmapur's resignation, alleging a massive Rs 2,500 crore bribery racket in the excise department.

In a two-day operation in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, security forces killed six Maoists, including four women, and recovered weapons, explosives, and Maoist materials. The deceased, carrying a total reward of Rs 27 lakh, were identified as key cadres including DVCM Dilip Bendja.

At the close, the Sensex ended at 83,246.18, down 324.17 points or 0.39 per cent. The Nifty settled at 25,585.5, falling 108.85 points or 0.42 per cent.

At the Joy Awards 2026 in Riyadh, Shah Rukh Khan shared the stage with global stars like Millie Bobby Brown and Katy Perry. A viral clip showing Turkish actress Hande Erel filming on her phone sparked debate, with SRK fans claiming she was recording him, while others said she was filming her friend, Egyptian actress Amina Khalil.

Rescue efforts by police, fire services, SDRF and NDRF were hampered by darkness, fog, freezing water and dangerous under-construction structures. Despite attempts by locals, including a delivery agent who jumped into the pit with a rope, Yuvraj could not be saved.

Wipro faces sharp drop in stock value due to revenue forecast, impacting deal wins and market position.

On Sunday, Kabir shared a series of pictures from Nupur and Stebin's dreamy wedding on Instagram. For the Christian ceremony, Kriti wore a turquoise blue gown, while Kabir looked dapper in a white tuxedo. Ever since the photos went viral, fans have been buzzing about Kriti and Kabir's age difference.

The metal surged to a record Rs 3,04,087 per kg at 12:29 pm IST, gaining 5.67 percent in a single session. Prices are now up nearly 206 percent over the past year. The previous peak of Rs 2,92,960 per kg was recorded on January 15, 2026.

The Election Commission of India is likely to begin the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh from May, with Booth Level Officers already conducting door-to-door verification and updating voter photographs.

Gilli Nata has emerged as the winner of Bigg Boss Kannada 12. A leaked video features the actor lifting the trophy of this season, according to the reports.

A significant feature of the market behaviour in 2025 was that India's tepid performance last year ( Nifty return of 10 per cent) was despite the massive DII investment of Rs 7.44 lakh crore, which completely eclipsed the total FII selling of Rs 166,283 crore.

Shankaracharya Swami Avimukteshwaranand alleged that he and his followers were stopped by the state administration from reaching the Sangam during the Prayagraj Magh Mela on Mauni Amavasya, claiming police blocked their path, roughed up his disciples and forced them to return without taking the holy dip

Tamil actor Jeeva said that he does not want Jana Nayagan to be the last movie of Thalapathy Vijay. He wishes he would do more movies.

Fraudsters posing as CBI and TRAI officials kept victims under video surveillance for days; cybercrime officials urge the public to report such calls on helpline 1930. Despite repeated warnings by cybercrime authorities, cyber fraud continues to claim victims across Jammu and Kashmir.

Ending weeks of speculation, the Union Ministry of Home Affairs has convened a fresh round of talks with Ladakh's agitating groups, including the Leh Apex Body and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, on February 4 in New Delhi.

Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu has become the highest grossing movie for megastar Chiranjeevi with its collection of Rs 226 crore gross.

Allu Arjun speaking in Japanese and interacting directly with Japanese movie lovers who attended the premieres of Pushpa Kunrin in Japan.

Dhanush is rumored to be tying the knot with Mrunal Thakur in an intimate ceremony to be held on Valentine's Day on February 14.

According to a report in Bollywood Hungama, the actor waived around Rs 15 crore from his remuneration shortly after the film's release, amid reports of its underwhelming theatrical run. The film has minted over Rs 32.95 crore in two weeks of its release.

Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar has collected Rs 28.95 crore net at the Indian box office in its sixth week, taking its 42-day total to Rs 869.80 crore net.

Speaking in Delhi, he dismissed speculation around his meeting with Rahul Gandhi and his recent cryptic social media post, saying such interactions are a normal part of party functioning. Shivakumar said his visit to Delhi was to meet party leaders and discuss legal issues related to irrigation projects, while reiterating that leadership matters would be addressed only within the party.

The airline also informed that eligible passengers can claim compensation for cancellations made within 24 hours of departure. As an additional measure, IndiGo has extended a 'Gesture of Care', offering two travel vouchers of Rs 5,000 each to passengers whose flights were cancelled or delayed by over three hours during the period.

An FIR under the NDPS Act has been registered, and investigations are ongoing to trace the source of the narcotics and potential links in the supply chain. The J&K Police continue to crack down on drug smuggling and related unlawful activities, while the government has set up de-addiction and counselling centres to rehabilitate youth affected by rising drug addiction in the region.

Following the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) decisive victory in the Maharashtra local body elections, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), celebrations were held near the Karnataka BJP office in Bengaluru. Former Karnataka CM B.S. Yediyurappa congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, attributing the win to the pro-people programmes of the NDA government.

At the closing bell, the Sensex added 187 points, or 0.23 per cent to settle at 83,570. The Nifty advanced 28 points, or 0.11 per cent, to close at 25,694. The broader markets performed in line with the benchmark indices, as Nifty Midcap 100 index lost 0.07 per cent, while the NSE Smallcap 100 declined 0.34 per cent.

The latest arrested accused, Pukhrambam Bimol Meitei, was held from Imphal West district, and a cache of arms and ammunition, including an SMG carbine, pistol, hand grenades and live rounds, was recovered from his possession. He is alleged to be an accomplice in the January 8 petrol pump blast at Moirang Thana Leikai, which caused damage but no injuries.

Speaking in New Delhi, he highlighted the rapid growth of India's startup ecosystem, which has expanded from fewer than 500 startups a decade ago to over 2,00,000 today, making India the world's third-largest startup hub with more than 125 unicorns. PM Modi said the initiative has enabled inclusive growth by empowering youth from tier-2 and tier-3 cities and villages, with women playing a significant role in nearly 45 per cent of recognised startups.

On January 15, 2026, Donald Trump received a Nobel Peace Prize medal as a gift from Venezuelan opposition leader Mara Corina Machado. However, the Norwegian Nobel Committee has officially stated that he is not a Nobel laureate, as the prize itself is non-transferable.

Flipkart Minutes recorded a sharp spike in festive demand during Makar Sankranti, with essentials like rice, pooja items, sweets, and kites dominating last-minute quick-commerce orders.

St. Clair argues the chatbot is dangerously designed and seeks a restraining order to stop it from creating or editing images of her. xAI has said it has disabled Grok from generating sexually explicit images of real people and limited image generation to paid users. The case comes amid broader scrutiny, including action by India's IT ministry against X Corp over the circulation of obscene content through AI services.

Minimum temperatures remained significantly below normal, around 35.4C, with cold wave conditions expected to persist in parts of Delhi, Haryana, and Chandigarh. Dense morning fog reduced visibility, affecting flight operations at Indira Gandhi International Airport under CAT III conditions.

The BJP countered Gandhi's accusations, calling them an attempt to deflect from possible defeats and labeling the opposition as spreading false narratives. The State Election Commission has ordered a probe into the ink controversy to verify the claims, while maintaining that standard procedures were followed during polling.

Sharwanand's Nari Nari Naduma Murari Vaidya has received positive reviews and ratings from the audience. Here's what they're saying about the film.

Mahesh Babu is finally set to open the AMB Cinemas with South India's first Dolby Cinema experience on January 16.

Jammu city recorded an unusually cold day, emerging as the coldest place in the Union Territory with a maximum temperature of 7.4C, even lower than Gulmarg and Pahalgam.

In the wake of a major crackdown on a white-collar terror module involving doctors and students, Jammu and Kashmir authorities have launched an extensive profiling drive of mosques, madrasas, and religious functionaries.

Action has been taken against a teacher, lab technician, lineman, forest worker, and health department driver following security agency inputs linking them with LeT and Hizbul Mujahideen networks.

Rahul Gandhi said that by blocking Jana Nayagan, the PM Modi-led government cannot silence the voice of the Tamil people.

Dhurandhar has collected Rs 1,015 crore gross in India and Rs 285 crore at the overseas box office in its sixth week, taking its total to Rs 1,300 crore.