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On the 33rd anniversary of the Babri Masjid demolition, Ayodhya remained calm under an extensive security cover, with no political or religious mobilisations. Authorities enforced strict directives, while bomb squads and police maintained vigil across sensitive areas.

BRS leader T Harish Rao launched a fierce attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of corruption, administrative failure and negligence. He blamed the Congress government for the SLBC tunnel collapse, irrigation setbacks and alleged large-scale scams in the State.

RGI Airport witnessed a surge in bomb threat emails over four days, affecting multiple international and domestic flights. Several flights were diverted or returned as a precaution. Security agencies intensified checks, and police have registered cases and launched an investigation into the anonymous emails

IndiGo cancelled over 800 flights on Saturday, down from more than 1,000 on Friday, as it works to stabilise operations amid crew shortages under new FDTL norms. The aviation ministry has ordered the airline to complete all refunds by Sunday evening

The government has imposed temporary airfare caps ranging from Rs 7,500 to Rs 18,000 amid a sharp surge in ticket prices following widespread IndiGo flight cancellations. The civil aviation ministry is monitoring fares closely and has ordered expedited refunds and support for affected passengers

Secunderabad GRP, along with the Eagle Team and RPF, arrested two Odisha-based peddlers transporting marijuana on Konark Express. Officials seized 6.8 kg of the drug worth Rs 3.43 lakh. Three other members of the racket, including suppliers and receivers, are absconding

SCR has withdrawn its earlier decision to modify the service days of the Kacheguda–Yesvantpur–Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express. The trains will continue to operate on all days except Wednesdays, with no changes to stoppages, timings or frequency.

The ninth edition of Prime Minister Modi’s Pariksha Pe Charcha will be held in January 2026. Registrations are open till January 11. Students, teachers, and parents can participate in an online competition on MyGov to engage with the PM

Deputy Commissioner of Police A Bhaskar distributed NASA-related science kits to students of Sri Chaitanya High School in Mancherial. Sponsored by the school, the kits aim to help students design projects for NASA. School officials and staff were present.

The Modi-Putin summit showcased India’s strategic balancing act between Washington and Moscow, focusing on energy security, trade, and diplomacy. US media highlighted India’s efforts to maintain historic ties with Russia while navigating pressure from the United States and Europe

Hyderabad cybercrime police registered a case against unknown individuals for creating and circulating an AI-generated derogatory image of AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi. The complaint was filed by AIMIM social media administrator Mohammed Irfan under various sections of BNS and IT Act.

Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros could transform Hollywood, affecting theatrical releases, top filmmakers, and the streaming landscape. While Warner Bros films will continue in theatres, the exact strategy, theatrical windows, and impact on cinema chains remain uncertain

Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting power stations and energy infrastructure while Ukraine shot down most drones. The attacks coincided with US-mediated talks aimed at ending nearly four years of war, with 8 civilians wounded.

The Multiplex Association of India has raised concerns over Netflix’s $72-billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning it could reduce high-quality theatrical content, limit consumer choice, and disrupt India’s broader film ecosystem, impacting cinemas, production, and distribution

Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir said a Rs 300 crore budget has been set aside to build a Babri mosque replica at Beldanga in Murshidabad. He claimed the Calcutta High Court has not found his announcement or foundation-laying move unconstitutional

Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to resolve the urea shortage that troubled farmers during Kharif and has now continued into Rabi. He said poor planning had forced farmers to endure long queues and severe hardship

The Telangana BC Commission said the community was facing injustice over statutory reservations and demanded a constitutional amendment to ensure 42 per cent BC quota. The Commission condoled the death of Sai Eshwar Chary and urged people not to take extreme steps while fighting for rights.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao declared complete opposition to the Centre’s labour codes, warning they would cause widespread exploitation. He said the BRS would block their implementation in Telangana and lead a nationwide fight while accusing BJP and Congress of colluding to pass anti-worker laws

Eight students from Osmania University and the University of Hyderabad were questioned by Andhra Pradesh police after they visited a Maoist encounter site in Alluri Sitaramaraju district. Police cited security concerns amid increased Maoist activity along the Odisha border

Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar,” directed by Aditya Dhar, earned over Rs 28.60 crore nett on its first day. The star-studded underworld saga explores espionage, criminal networks and betrayal, featuring Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun.

A drone attack by Sudan’s RSF on a kindergarten in Kalogi, South Kordofan, killed 50 people, including 33 children. The attack comes amid intensified fighting with the Sudanese military, displacing thousands and raising global humanitarian concerns.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India-Russia ties have remained among the steadiest major relationships for decades and Putin’s visit was aimed at reimagining economic cooperation. He dismissed concerns of US displeasure, stressing strategic autonomy and national interest-driven diplomacy

Security forces in Pakistan killed nine TTP terrorists in separate intelligence-based operations in Tank and Lakki Marwat, with weapons recovered at the sites. ISPR said the militants were involved in major attacks, amid rising terror activity since the TTP ended its ceasefire in 2022.

Two tourists from Goa were killed when their speeding car collided head-on with a mini truck near Lion’s Point in Lonavala early Saturday. The victims were part of a 14-member group on a picnic. The truck driver was injured and hospitalised