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Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara said the Ballari violence, triggered by a banner dispute between BJP and Congress supporters that left one dead, may be handed to the CID. Two private gunmen have been detained, with ballistic reports awaited

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the clearing of 1,732.5 acres of reserve forest land in Hojai district from encroachments. The government has reclaimed over 47,850 acres since 2021, emphasizing zero tolerance for illegal settlements, particularly targeting Bengali-speaking Muslims

Two men were arrested for allegedly posting obscene and defamatory content online targeting Vijayalakshmi, wife of jailed Kannada actor Darshan. Police continue investigating over 18 accused after the actor’s incarceration in connection with a 2024 fan murder case

Celebrity chef-filmmaker Vikas Khanna directs Shabana Azmi in his upcoming film *Imaginary Rain*, exploring grief, family, and Indian cuisine. Khanna also returns as a judge on *MasterChef India 2026*, which introduces a ‘jodi’ format celebrating culinary diversity

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu denied Telangana CM Revanth Reddy’s claim that the Rayalaseema Lift Project was halted at his request. AP clarified the project was suspended due to lack of statutory approvals under the previous government, not political pressure

After the US military captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, uncertainty gripped Venezuela. High court-appointed Delcy Rodríguez claims interim leadership, while Maduro loyalists denounce the operation. Streets emptied, protests erupted, and questions remain over US involvement, succession legitimacy, and the military’s loyalty

A 50-year-old epilepsy patient died in Bhadohi after reportedly suffering a seizure and falling into a bonfire outside his home while keeping warm. The incident occurred in Bhakora village, with police confirming accidental death after preliminary examination

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has been appointed chairperson of the screening committee for Assam Assembly elections. The AICC formed committees for five poll-bound states as the party prepares candidate selection and alliance strategy ahead of the March–April polls

Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, serving a 20-year sentence for rape and murder convictions, has been granted a 40-day parole in Haryana. This marks yet another temporary release, drawing renewed criticism from Sikh organisations and opposition groups

Seven of India’s top-10 valued firms added over Rs 1.23 lakh crore in market capitalisation last week, tracking a broader market rally. Reliance Industries led the gains, while TCS, Infosys and Bajaj Finance saw valuation declines

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that “rioters must be put in their place” amid nationwide protests over economic hardship. At least 15 people have been killed as demonstrations spread across multiple provinces, raising fears of a harsh security crackdown

Filmmaker Cibi Chakaravarthi will direct Rajinikanth’s upcoming film *Thalaivar 173*, produced by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran. The film is slated for a Pongal 2027 release, marking a major collaboration in Tamil cinema

A 30-year-old Dalit woman was stabbed to death in Yellapur, allegedly by a man pressuring her to marry him. The accused was later found dead. The incident sparked communal tension, protests, bandh calls and heightened security in Uttara Kannada district

A newly unsealed US indictment accuses Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of leading a cocaine-fueled narco-terror network. Captured in a US-backed operation, Maduro and his wife now face major drug and weapons charges in a New York federal court

X said it will remove illegal content, suspend offending accounts and cooperate with authorities, including for AI tool Grok misuse, after India’s IT ministry ordered takedowns of obscene material, sought action reports, and warned of legal action for non-compliance nationwide

Kim Jong Un’s teenage daughter, Kim Ju Ae, visited the Kumsusan Palace of the Sun on New Year’s Day, signaling her rising status as a potential heir. Experts suggest she may assume a key party role ahead of the Workers’ Party congress

Gaya GRP officer Rajesh Kumar Singh was arrested for involvement in a November gold heist worth ₹1.44 crore from a train passenger. Police are investigating other absconding personnel and attempting to recover the stolen gold, while statements and CDRs guide the probe

A 15-year-old boy was stabbed to death Thursday night in Delhi’s Sultanpuri. Police arrested the main accused, Vikram, with six prior criminal cases. Two accomplices remain absconding as authorities investigate the motive and examine CCTV and witness statements

Ranveer Singh’s spy action film 'Dhurandhar' has been declared tax-free in Ladakh by LG Kavinder Gupta. Shot extensively in the region, the blockbuster has earned over ₹1,100 crore worldwide, boosting Ladakh’s cinematic appeal and supporting the local film and tourism industry

PVR INOX will re-release Yash Raj Films’ 'Band Baaja Baaraat' on January 16. Starring Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma, the 2010 romantic comedy celebrates ambition, friendship, and love in Delhi’s wedding world, appealing across generations with its timeless charm

In Varanasi, a BJP corporator’s son allegedly slapped a police sub-inspector Thursday evening in the Chowk area. Locals beat him, and police rescued him. Himanshu Srivastava faces a case and is being sent to jail, officials said

A female constable was assaulted and had her clothes torn during an anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh. Two men were arrested, and authorities are investigating further amid outrage over violence against police and escalating clashes over Jindal Power’s coal project

Indonesia’s new 345-page penal code (KUHP) replaces the Dutch-era law, criminalizing sex outside marriage, insulting state leaders, and expanding blasphemy rules. It emphasizes restorative justice, non-custodial sentences, and probation for death row inmates, sparking mixed reactions on civil liberties

Calgary cab driver Hardeep Singh Toor safely transported a pregnant woman and her companion to the hospital during severe winter weather, with the baby born in the backseat just blocks from the hospital. Both mother and child are reported doing well