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Indefinite detention, inadequate care, and systemic neglect of mentally ill prisoners raise urgent questions about fair trial rights

Union Coal Minister Kishan Reddy said the Centre would consider a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the Naini coal block only if the Telangana government sought it. He accused the State of delaying tenders and alleged misuse of the ‘site visit certificate’ clause

The Global Cross Culture Summit on ‘Innovation, Ethics and the Future of Work’ was jointly organised by MLR Institute of Technology (MLRIT) and Arundhati Institute of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad. The event featured international experts who discussed the importance of aligning technological progress with ethical responsibility and cultural sensitivity.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of reducing its two-year rule to scams, citing the Singareni tender controversy as proof of manipulation. He alleged that contracts worth Rs 250 crore were awarded to firms linked to the Chief Minister’s family and demanded an independent judicial inquiry.

The JEE Main session 1 paper 1 (BE/BTech) began on Wednesday with students reporting mixed experiences. While the first shift was described as moderate to tough, particularly in mathematics and chemistry, the second shift was considered easier in physics and chemistry.

BRS and TBGKS staged a major protest at SCCL head office in Kothagudem, demanding cancellation of the controversial site visit certificate policy and re-tenders for coal blocks. Leaders alleged the Congress government was favouring cronies, and demanded a CBI probe into tender irregularities

Former England and Worcestershire spinner Norman Gifford has died at 85 after a long illness. He played 15 Tests and two ODIs, captained England in Sharjah in 1980, and led Worcestershire to multiple titles during his career

Former India captain Rohit Sharma will be conferred with an Honorary Doctorate (D.Litt.) by Ajeenkya DY Patil University at its 10th Convocation Ceremony in Pune on Saturday, recognizing his leadership and contribution to cricket. He continues to play ODIs

Aryna Sabalenka, Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the third round of the Australian Open. Sabalenka beat Bai Zhouxuan, Gauff defeated Olga Danilovic, and Alcaraz overcame Yannick Hanfmann. Popapova upset Emma Raducanu, while Medvedev, Rublev and Paul also progressed

PV Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth advanced to the second round of the Indonesia Masters. Sindhu beat Japan’s Manami Suizu, while Srikanth edged Koki Watanabe in a thriller. Kiran George, Akarshi Kashyap, and India’s mixed doubles pairs exited in the first round

TGDCA conducted statewide inspections to curb Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and found 190 medical shops violating rules on antibiotic sales. Show Cause Notices have been issued, with departmental action to follow under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940.

Arjun Erigaisi held Anish Giri, while Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa drew again in round 4 of the Tata Steel Masters. Abdusattorov and Niemann emerged joint leaders, Sindarov beat Bluebaum, and Aravindh Chithambaram lost to Niemann

Tickets for the India–New Zealand T20 International in Visakhapatnam on January 28 will go on sale online from January 23. Officials reviewed arrangements including security, sanitation, numbered seating, and beautification works ahead of the high-profile match

Eternal announced that Deepinder Goyal will step down as Group CEO and Managing Director, transitioning to the role of Vice Chairman pending shareholder approval. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa will succeed him as Group CEO from February 1. I

The Santosh Trophy 2025-26 Final Round began in Assam with West Bengal defeating Nagaland 4-0. Tamil Nadu edged hosts Assam 1-0, while Rajasthan beat Uttarakhand 3-2 to join the champions on three points

The Telangana Cricket Association will host the Telangana Premier League, cautioning players against participating in HCA’s unrecognised league. TCA assured cricketers of transparent opportunities and confirmed Telangana teams will play in BCCI tournaments during the 2026–27 domestic season

The Telangana Football Association will hold its Coaches Committee meeting on January 24 at 6.30 pm at LB Stadium, Hyderabad. Licensed coaches must attend, while new coaches can participate for registration

Mohd Siraj, captaining Hyderabad against Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy, said the green wicket would challenge both batters and bowlers. He praised young talent Aman Rao, while Mumbai’s stand-in skipper Siddesh Lad stressed preparation and a competitive pitch

The third National Para Kabaddi Championship will be held in Visakhapatnam from January 23 to 26, organised by Dr Deepa Malik’s NGO Wheeling Happiness Foundation and Andhra MetTech Zone under IPKA. Twenty State teams and 400 athletes will participate

The ICC has rejected Bangladesh’s request to shift its T20 World Cup 2026 fixtures to Sri Lanka, confirming matches will be played in India. Security reviews found no credible threat, with the ICC warning against setting a precedent for venue changes

BRS working president KT Rama Rao reiterated his demand for a judicial inquiry into alleged irregularities in Singareni Collieries Company Limited, urging the government to appoint a sitting judge. Protests intensified across the coal belt, with BRS and workers’ unions demanding a CBI probe

Hyderabad face Mumbai in a crucial Ranji Trophy Group D clash at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Injuries to Tanmay Agarwal, Tanay Thyagarajan and Nitesh Reddy hurt Hyderabad, while Mohd Siraj leads the side against Siddesh Lad’s in-form Mumbai

Karan Singh defeated Udit Kamboj in a three-set battle at the Hyderabad Open ITF men’s tennis tournament. Rifqi Fitriadi overcame Amit Vales, while Ishaque Eqbal and Sidharth Rawat also advanced. Indian doubles pairs impressed in the pre-quarterfinals

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of hypocrisy for meeting Greenko representatives at Davos while branding the company’s Formula-E involvement in Hyderabad as a scam. He raised concerns about possible backroom deals and questioned the government’s credibility.