SEBI Chairman Appointment Process:  The government has officially invited applications for the position of Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) as current chairperson Madhavi Puri Buc

First Death in Maharashtra Due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS): Maharashtra has reported its first death due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS), a rare neurological disorder. The victim, a Pune-based Chartered Accountant, had been suffering from diarrhoea for several days before developing muscle weakness, which later progressed to difficulty breathing. He ultimately succumbed to the condition.  Increa

In the eighth round of the prestigious Tata Steel Masters 2025 in Wijk Aan Zee, Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa continued his impressive form with a hard-fought draw against world champion D Gukesh. The game featured a Berlin Defense, where Praggnanandhaa, playing White, held a slight advantage, but Gukesh's resourceful pawn sacrifice in the early middle game kept the game balanced. Despite Praggnanandhaa's attempts to capitalize on the position, the game reached a rook-and-minor-

Kristi Noem's Swearing-In Ceremony Delay Causes JD Vance to Leave Early Kristi Noem, the newly confirmed Secretary of Homeland Security, faced an unexpected delay during her swearing-in ceremony, leading Vice President JD Vance to leave before she arrived. The ceremony, originally scheduled to take place at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, was delayed due to a sentimental reason tied to No

DHS Targets Gurdwaras in Immigration Crackdown, Sparking Outrage Among Sikh Groups The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has begun visiting gurdwaras in New York and New Jersey as part of President Donald Trump’s intensified crackdown on undocumented immigrants. This controversial move has drawn sharp criticism from Sikh organizations, which view it as a threat to the sanctity of their r

Uttarakhand is set to enforce its Uniform Civil Code (UCC), making it the second state after Goa to establish a consistent legal framework for marriage, divorce, property, inheritance, and adoption for all citizens. The Code comes into effect almost a year after being passed in the state assembly, fulfilling one of the BJP's key election promises in the 2022 state elections. A central feature of the UCC is the mandatory registration of live-in relationships, with severe penaltie

A long-standing rivalry between former BJP MLA Kunwar Pranav Singh Champion and Independent MLA Umesh Kumar turned violent on Sunday in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. The two politicians, known for their frequent social media protests against one another, engaged in a dangerous exchange of gunfire and stone-throwing at each other’s offices. The incident occurred in broad daylight, with Champion and his supporters firing shots at Kumar's office, followed by Kumar’s retaliation with shot

Trump Administration Fires 17 Inspectors General, Citing "Changing Priorities" Late Friday night, the Trump administration fired at least 17 federal inspectors general (IGs) across various government agencies, citing "changing priorities" as the reason for their removal. The firings have sparked concern within the inspector general community and raised questions about the inde

Colombia Agrees to Accept Deportation Flights Amid U.S. Immigration Crackdown The U.S. and Colombia avoided a trade war after Colombia agreed to accept deportation flights carrying migrants, including on U.S. military aircraft. The agreement comes after President Trump threatened tariffs and sanctions to pressure Colombia into compliance as part of his intensified immigration crackdown.

Severe Weather in Southern California: Road Closures and Safety Alerts Southern California is currently experiencing severe weather, including heavy rain that has triggered mudflows, debris flows, and road closures. Authorities, including Caltrans and local agencies, have taken precautionary measures to ensure public safety. Road Closures

 The Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), known for marketing dairy products under the Amul brand, has reduced the price of its one-litre milk packs across India by Rs 1. The new prices are now Rs 67 for Amul Gold and Rs 55 for Amul Taaza per litre in Delhi, compared to their previous prices of Rs 68 and Rs 56, respectively. This reduction applies only to one-litre packs and not to half-litre variants, with the aim to encourage consumers to buy larger packs of milk.

Alcohol’s Negative Health Impact: Alcohol consumption, including beer and wine, is harmful to health. Even one drink per day is linked to several negative health effects such as liver cirrhosis, cancers, and injuries. A lower risk of ischemic stroke is the only potential benefit found in the recent studies. Thes

 In a major political development, Vijaya Sai Reddy, a key member of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP), has announced his decision to step away from active politics. He revealed that he will resign from his Rajya Sabha seat on January 25, 2025, signaling the end of his political career. Reddy clarified that he would not be joining any political party or taking up any other official position in the future. His resignation is a personal choice and was not influenced

FIITJEE, one of the prominent coaching institutes for IIT-JEE preparation, is facing significant backlash following the sudden closure of multiple centres in Delhi-NCR and Uttar Pradesh. The closures have been attributed to months of unpaid salaries for teachers, leading to their resignation and a disruption in services for enrolled students. The affected students, who were preparing for both board exams and competitive entrance tests, have been left stranded without prior notice from the ins

Adani Group has issued a statement refuting claims that its 484 MW wind power projects in Sri Lanka, located in Mannar and Pooneryn, have been cancelled. The company clarified that the recent decision by the Sri Lankan Cabinet to reevaluate the tariff approved in May 2024 is part of a routine review process, especially with the new administration in place. The reevaluation aims to align the terms with the country’s evolving energy policies. The company emphasized its commitmen

Pakistan and Nepal breezed through their respective fourth-place play-off matches in the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur on Friday. Pakistan, with a strong performance from pacer Haniah Ahmer, who took 4 wickets for 20 runs, defeated Samoa by 52 runs. Pakistan posted a total of 136/8 with contributions from Maham Anees (28) and Fatima Khan (25). In reply, Samoa could only manage 84 runs in 18.5 overs. Quratulain Ahsen (2/13) and Fatima Khan (2/19) supported Hani

Ford is recalling approximately 272,817 vehicles due to issues with their 12-volt batteries, which could fail unexpectedly and pose safety risks. The recall affects specific 2021-2023 Bronco Sport SUVs and 2022-2023 Maverick pickup trucks. The issue, which was identified as a manufacturing defect from a supplier, could lead to battery degradation and sudden failure.   The National Highway Traff

12-Year-Old Shot After Throwing Snowball at Car in Hartford, Connecticut A 12-year-old child was shot after throwing a snowball at a passing car in Hartford, Connecticut, on the evening of January 24, 2025. According to Hartford Police, the child and an 11-year-old friend were engaged in a snowball fight when one of the snowballs hit a vehicle. The driver of the car then reportedly looped around

Samsung has launched a new feature for the Galaxy Watch 7 LTE, designed specifically for kids. This feature allows parents to manage their child's watch via the Google Family Link, offering a safer and more controlled smartwatch experience for children. To set up the watch, parents can use their own phone, eliminating the need for a separate smartphone. Once set up, the watch operates independently, with an activated eSIM. The system provides a variety of tools for staying conne

On Friday, a motion to suspend opposition members from the parliamentary panel discussing the Waqf Amendment Bill was passed after protests and allegations of hasty proceedings. BJP's Nishikant Dubey moved the motion, which was supported by the committee, resulting in the suspension of several opposition members, including Kalyan Banerjee, Mohammad Jawed, A Raja, Asaduddin Owaisi, Naseer Hussain, Mohibullah, Mohamed Abdullah, Arvind Sawant, Nadeem-ul Haque, and Imran Masood. The