India

The CBSE has made the appointment of socio-emotional and career counsellors mandatory in all affiliated schools by amending its affiliation bye-laws, following a PIL highlighting rising mental health challenges and the need for structured career guidance for students

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, warning that the hurried process could exclude genuine voters and weaken democratic participation ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged High Courts to be proactive in addressing failures in the rule of law and stressed that delayed justice destroys trust. He called for greater use of mediation and said High Courts must remain accessible centres of constitutional remedy

Delhi Police have arrested eight people, including a priest, in a Rs 14 crore digital arrest fraud case involving an elderly NRI couple. The accused were held from three states and the racket had links to operators based in Cambodia and Nepal

Over 70 fugitives wanted by India were traced abroad in 2024-25, the highest in over a decade, according to an official report. During the same period, 203 foreign fugitives were detected in India, with the CBI playing a key role through Interpol

A 70-foot-long steel bridge weighing over 10 tonnes was stolen overnight in Chhattisgarh’s Korba city. Police have identified 15 accused and arrested five, while efforts are on to trace the remaining suspects involved in selling the structure as scrap

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor said he has some issues with his party that he will raise with the leadership internally. He defended his stand on Operation Sindoor, saying national interest comes first, and denied violating the Congress position

Hitachi Energy India has received a Rs 26.07 crore tax demand for assessment year 2022–23 and plans to challenge it before ITAT. The company reported strong profit growth in the September 2025 quarter despite a fall in its share price

A new ICPS policy paper argues that recent Maoist surrenders present an opportunity to shift from violence to democratic development. It proposes involving former insurgents in skill training, health, education and infrastructure to foster inclusive growth in affected regions.

A Faridabad man was arrested for allegedly beating his 4.5-year-old daughter to death after she failed to write numbers up to 50. He later claimed the child fell down the stairs, but injury marks led to his arrest.

Security forces recovered a large cache of arms and ammunition from Imphal East district in Manipur and arrested an NRF militant in a separate operation in Tengnoupal district, seizing pistols, magazines and live ammunition.

Four adults of Indian origin, including an Indian national, were killed in a domestic shooting in Georgia. The suspect was arrested, children escaped unharmed, and the Indian Consulate in Atlanta assured full assistance to the bereaved family.

A Delhi court is expected to pronounce its order on Saturday regarding the Enforcement Directorate’s chargesheet against businessman Robert Vadra in a money laundering case tied to fugitive defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari.

Sakshi Padekar and Shahu Mane bettered national record scores in the 10m Air Rifle events at the National Selection Trials in Delhi. Arjun Babuta won the men’s final, Sakshi the women’s, while Rahi Sarnobat claimed gold in the 25m Pistol

PV Sindhu and Virat Kohli hailed Saina Nehwal’s legendary career after she confirmed retirement. The former world No 1 won Olympic bronze, Commonwealth gold, and became India’s first woman shuttler to reach world No 1, inspiring generations of Indian badminton players

Shilanand Lakra scored a brace as Hyderabad Toofans defeated HIL GC 2-0 in the Men’s Hockey India League Eliminator at Bhubaneswar. Arthur De Sloover made crucial saves as Toofans booked their place in Qualifier 2, keeping their final hopes alive

Suryakumar Yadav’s unbeaten 82 and Ishan Kishan’s fiery 76 powered India to a seven-wicket win over New Zealand in Raipur, chasing 209 in just 15.2 overs. India now lead the five-match T20I series 2-0

Bangladesh’s appeal to the ICC’s Dispute Resolution Committee over hosting T20 World Cup matches in India cannot be heard as it is outside the committee’s remit. With the ICC Board voting 14-2, Scotland is expected to be named as replacement

India’s world champion D Gukesh will meet joint leader Nodirbek Abdusattorov in round six of the Tata Steel Masters after his win over Thai Dai Van Nguyen. Arjun Erigaisi slipped to joint seventh, while Praggnanandhaa and Aravindh Chithambaram remain on 1.5 points

Mumbai batter Sarfaraz Khan scored a brilliant double century in the Ranji Trophy against Hyderabad, crediting former India captain Mohd Azharuddin for his guidance. Sarfaraz said Azhar’s tips on handling reverse swing helped him prepare for the challenging pitch conditions

The real impact of the India–EU FTA will be shaped by how effectively it is implemented, and how decisively both governments support collaboration beyond tariff reductions and legal frameworks

Sarfaraz Khan smashed 227 and Suved Parkar added 75 as Mumbai piled up 560 against Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match. G Rahul Singh’s unbeaten 82 helped Hyderabad reach 138 for two at stumps on day two

The SHANTI Act 2025 opens the door to private nuclear investment while raising serious questions about liability limits, regulatory independence, and public risk

Demand 5-day work week; Banking services to be hit for three straight days as Jan 25–26 are holidays