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A construction worker, Vediappan (35), a resident of Senaigoundanur, who watched the event, was gored by a bull and was admitted to a private hospital. He succumbed to the injuries later.

Schedule of open market borrowings for Q4 revised

Madhya Pradesh has paused burning the waste as it prepares to allay concerns among people in Pithampur that the emissions will harm them

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a blockbuster trade for Trae Young, aiming to enhance their offensive capabilities and improve fourth-quarter performances. The trade involves Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, and a 2029 first-round pick. Trae Young's playmaking skills could significantly benefit the Lakers alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

The Congress party had been fighting since the beginning to increase the share based on the catchment area and ayacut in Telangana.

The Supreme Court criticized the MCD for failing to manage solid waste in Delhi, where 3,000 tonnes of waste are dumped untreated daily. The court was dismayed that the Ghazipur dumpsite would take another four years to be cleared. The Centre expressed its commitment to addressing the problem, highlighting the need for better coordination between the Centre and Delhi government.

BJP president J P Nadda unveiled the first part of BJP's manifesto for the Delhi elections, promising Rs 2,500 monthly allowance for eligible women, financial support for expecting mothers, subsidies, and implementation of Ayushman Bharat Yojana. Nadda criticized AAP for failing to implement similar schemes and assured the prompt execution if BJP is elected.

China is restricting the movement of employees and specialized equipment for high-tech manufacturing to India and Southeast Asia, aiming to prevent production shifts due to possible US tariffs under President-elect Trump. The measures target technology transfers, potentially impacting companies like Foxconn and affecting India's solar panel and electric vehicle manufacturing sectors. Beijing denies harmful actions, aiming to retain production and jobs.

Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman plans to introduce a bill for a new direct tax law during the budget session. The focus is on simplifying provisions and making the language more accessible for the common man. The new law will replace the 63-year-old Income Tax Act. The bill will be introduced and potentially tweaked based on feedback from taxpayers and experts.

The Minister emphasised the priority of establishing science centres in every district across Karnataka

The 2025 Bharat Mobility Global Expo highlights a significant shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), with major launches from Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, and luxury brands like BMW and Mercedes-Benz emphasizing sustainability and green mobility. This aligns with the Indian government's push for EV adoption and infrastructural support.

The Supreme Court stated that an accused can be considered for bail in money laundering cases if they have spent over a year in jail without charges being framed, following its decision in the Senthil Balaji case. This aims to bring consistency to bail plea rulings.

PM Modi urged the auto industry to focus on eco-friendly mobility through EVs, hydrogen fuel cells, and biofuels while highlighting the role of the middle class and youth in driving car sales. At the Bharat Mobility Global Expo, he emphasized manufacturing in India for both domestic use and export, with the aim to reduce fossil fuel imports and promote sustainability.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will distribute over 65 lakh property cards to rural land owners, with a cumulative property value of Rs 135 lakh crore. These cards from the SVAMITVA Scheme will aid in obtaining bank loans and ease property-related disputes. Beneficiaries span across 50,000 villages in 10 states and two Union Territories. The success of the scheme is set to be showcased internationally.

Amit Shah met with Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav to discuss implementing the new criminal laws in the state, emphasizing proper use of terrorism-related sections and 'trial in absentia' for national security cases. Shah pushed for transparency and efficient legal aid, along with advancements in forensic capability and electronic evidence management.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) attached 142 properties worth Rs 300 crore in a money laundering case involving Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. The properties are registered in the names of real estate agents. Siddaramaiah allegedly used political influence to secure compensation in the form of valuable sites for his wife.

BJP accused Congress of waging an 'open war against Hindus' by moving the Supreme Court in support of the Places of Worship Act, 1991. The Act freezes the character of all places of worship as they existed on August 15, 1947. BJP's opposition centers on claims of historical injustices and the denial of legal remedies for Hindus, while Congress argues the law safeguards communal harmony and secularism.

On January 6, 205, a rat-hole mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district was flooded, trapping nine men. More than 10 days after the incident, only four bodies have been retrieved. Though banned, rat-hole mining, which is dangerous but lucrative, continues unabated in Assam and Meghalaya. Rahul Karmakar reports on the incident and the prevalent practice that provides livelihoods while claiming lives