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The Indian Army showcased its artillery prowess at 'Exercise TOPCHI' in Nashik, featuring K-9 Vajra, M777 Howitzers, indigenous guns, rockets, mortars, drones, and paramilitary participation, highlighting operational readiness, technological integration, and self-reliance in defence manufacturing

An Indian Air Force training aircraft crashed into a pond near KP College ground in Prayagraj after an engine snag. The pilot ejected safely, no casualties were reported, and authorities have cordoned off the area for investigation

Two software engineers in Annamayya district, Mani Kumar (35) and Pushparaj (27), died after choking on food following heavy alcohol consumption with friends. Police registered a case, sent bodies for postmortem, and samples for laboratory analysis

The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) until 2030-31, including government support for outreach, capacity building, and gap funding. Over 8.66 crore subscribers benefit from guaranteed old-age pensions of Rs 1,000–5,000 per month

Kashmir’s minimum temperatures improved slightly, ending a dry spell in the plains, as meteorologists forecast two western disturbances this week. Widespread light to moderate snowfall, including in Srinagar, is expected, potentially disrupting surface and air traffic

Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff, and Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the third round of the Australian Open, with Sabalenka and Gauff dominating their matches, while Alcaraz overcame a tough challenge from Yannick Hanfmann, keeping his career Grand Slam quest alive

Mozambican activist Graca Machel has been awarded the 2025 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development for her transformative work in education, health, nutrition, economic empowerment, and humanitarian efforts, inspiring global progress toward equity and justice

A plot to derail the Maharaja Express near Jaipur was foiled thanks to the alert loco pilot, who applied emergency brakes after spotting iron bars on the track. Authorities have launched an investigation and enhanced railway security measures

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams retires after a 27-year career marked by nine space missions, nine spacewalks, and historic leadership aboard the ISS. Her contributions advanced human spaceflight, lunar and Mars exploration, and inspired future generations in science and space exploration

Mexico transferred 37 high-profile cartel members to the United States amid mounting pressure from President Donald Trump to curb drug trafficking. The move signals intensified security cooperation as Washington pushes Mexico for tougher action against criminal networks operating across the border

Varun Dhawan responded to online criticism over his role in *Border 2*, saying he ignores trolling and lets his work speak. The actor plays Param Vir Chakra awardee Major Hoshiar Singh Dahiya in the 1971 war-based sequel releasing Friday

A Kerala court granted bail to businessman Unnikrishnan Potty in the Sabarimala Sreekovil gold loss case due to delay in filing charges. However, he remains in custody in connection with a separate case involving missing gold from temple idols

Brooklyn Beckham publicly accused parents David and Victoria Beckham of sabotaging his marriage and prioritizing image over family, deepening a long-rumored rift. His social media posts detail grievances tied to media control and his wedding to Nicola Peltz

US President Donald Trump’s Air Force One returned to Joint Base Andrews after a minor electrical issue en route to Davos. Trump will travel on a replacement aircraft to attend the World Economic Forum amid heightened US-Europe tensions

India’s first privately built national earth observation satellite constellation will be launched from 2026 by a Pixxel-led startup consortium. The 12-satellite project, backed by IN-SPACe, will deliver high-resolution data for government and global commercial use

Iran’s foreign minister warns the U.S. of full retaliation if attacked, amid a brutal crackdown on nationwide protests that has killed thousands and arrested tens of thousands. U.S. naval forces reposition amid heightened regional tensions and diplomatic isolation for Tehran

Security was tightened at Puri’s Jagannath Temple after a social media bomb threat surfaced online. One person has been detained, a cyber case registered, and investigations are underway amid threats also targeting a BJD MP and local locations

President Donald Trump heads to Davos for the World Economic Forum amid tariff threats over Greenland, straining ties with European allies. Market jitters, affordability messaging, and plans for a new ‘Board of Peace’ risk being overshadowed by escalating trade tensions

Priyanka Chopra shared a family sea getaway with husband Nick Jonas and daughter Malti, highlighting togetherness. Professionally, she gears up for Prime Video’s pirate thriller *The Bluff* and prepares her Indian cinema comeback with SS Rajamouli’s *Varanasi*, alongside top co-stars

The UK defended transferring sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, retaining Diego Garcia under a 99-year US lease, after Donald Trump criticized the move as weakening national security. Opposition voices and displaced islanders expressed concern over the deal

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At least seven people, including a Chinese national, were killed in a suicide bombing at a restaurant in Kabul’s Shahr-e-Naw district. The Islamic State claimed responsibility, citing retaliation against China’s treatment of Uyghur Muslims, while investigations continue

TN Chief Minister MK Stalin announced DMK’s plan to push for a constitutional amendment to remove the mandatory Governor’s Address after Governor R N Ravi refused to read the government-prepared speech, marking the fourth walkout since 2021 

One person was killed and four seriously injured after a mob attacked a vehicle carrying road project workers on suspicion of cattle theft. The vehicle was set on fire; police have detained suspects and launched investigations