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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
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Actor Soha Ali Khan began 2026 with a high-intensity leg workout, sharing her fitness routine on Instagram. She also reflected on ending 2025 with a family trip to Udaipur, where a safari experience reinforced her message on forest conservation.
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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
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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
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for January 4, 2026. May the day bring you happiness
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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
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has termed the US military action against Venezuela an “act of war”, following President Nicolas Maduro’s capture and indictment in New York, even as federal prosecutors accuse him of leading a decades-long narco-terrorism conspiracy.
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Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has been jailed in New York following his capture by US forces and faces narco-terrorism charges. His arrest has triggered political uncertainty in Caracas, with Washington hinting at regime change amid sharp reactions from Venezuela.
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Late goals from Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski earned La Liga leaders Barcelona a 2-0 derby win over Espanyol, while Villarreal and Celta Vigo secured important victories and Osasuna held Athletic Bilbao to a draw.
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Ahead of the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG, Australian and English players paid tribute to emergency personnel and civilians who responded to the Bondi Beach mass shooting, with a moving guard of honour and a standing ovation from fans.
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A drunk auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad allegedly threatened traffic police with a dead snake after his vehicle was seized during a drunk-driving check at Chandrayangutta. The accused fled the spot, and the incident video later went viral
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Four members of a Manjeri family were killed in a road accident in Saudi Arabia while returning from Umrah. Three daughters were seriously injured and are undergoing treatment, as efforts begin to repatriate the bodies and support the bereaved family
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Anupam Kher welcomed Ravi Kishan to Khosla Ka Ghosla 2, calling him a brilliant actor and great human being. The duo expressed mutual admiration as the team also celebrated Kher’s milestone 550th film on the first day of shooting.
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ndian American Democratic lawmakers condemned President Trump’s military action in Venezuela, saying it bypassed Congress and violated constitutional limits. They warned the move risked instability, weakened US credibility and could entangle America in another prolonged conflict
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned US military action against Venezuela as an act of war after President Nicolas Maduro’s capture. He criticised regime change efforts as Maduro faces sweeping narco-terrorism charges in New York.
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A major fire at Thrissur Railway Station destroyed over 200 two-wheelers in the parking area near Platform No. 2. Firefighters contained the blaze within 30 minutes. Train services remained unaffected.
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US military action in Venezuela has disrupted Caribbean air travel, forcing airlines to cancel hundreds of flights and reroute planes. FAA airspace restrictions led to suspensions across Puerto Rico and nearby islands, with carriers waiving change fees
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The US military operation capturing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has intensified partisan divisions in Congress. Democrats questioned its legality and bypassing of authorization, while Republicans praised the action as a decisive strike against a narco-terrorist threat in the region
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Congress has announced a nationwide ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’ from January 10 to February 25, demanding withdrawal of the VB-G RAM G Act and restoration of MGNREGA as a rights-based employment guarantee, alleging centralisation and federal violations
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The US captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a dramatic military operation, with Donald Trump claiming Washington will temporarily run Venezuela. The move has sparked protests, raised legal questions and drawn international condemnation
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India batter Shreyas Iyer will return to competitive cricket in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for Mumbai against Himachal Pradesh after recovering from a spleen injury. His availability for the upcoming New Zealand series will depend on fitness clearance
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Residents of Malgi and neighbouring villages in Sangareddy district strongly opposed the establishment of a chemical unit by Sree Asha Aldehydes and Adhesives during a public hearing. Farmers highlighted that the site lies in the catchment of the Manjeera river, a vital drinking water source for Hyderabad and Medak.
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Hardik Pandya smashed 11 sixes, including five in one over, on his way to a 93-ball 133 for Baroda against Vidarbha in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. His maiden List A century lifted Baroda to 293 in 50 overs
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Indian driver Sanjay Takale made history by winning the H3 Class in the Dakar Rally 2026 Prologue, finishing 35th overall in Cars. Driving a Toyota HDJ 100, he became the first Indian to podium in the Dakar Cars category
