National News

An independent journalist, Sam Husseini, was forcibly removed from US Secretary of State Antony Blinken's last press conference after accusing the Biden administration of supporting alleged Israeli genocide in Gaza. The incident occurred amidst Blinken's farewell remarks, where he discussed the transition of his role and defended US policies.

Moradabad police rescued the daughter of a former councillor after she claimed on social media that her family was holding her captive. She accused her three brothers of confining her over her relationship with a man they disapproved of. Though she denied being held hostage, she confirmed threats from her brothers and her adulthood.

A dense fog blankets Delhi and North India, causing disruptions in flight and train operations. Delhi's air quality improves, leading the CAQM to lift Stage-III GRAP restrictions. Night shelters assist the homeless in Delhi. In Uttar Pradesh, a thick fog covers Prayagraj amidst the Maha Kumbh, with residents in Ayodhya keeping warm around bonfires.

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has disclosed surviving multiple assassination attempts following her ousting amid a student-led revolution. She highlights divine intervention in her survival. Facing arrest warrants for alleged human rights violations, Bangladesh's government seeks her extradition from India, yet she remains defiant, attributing her survival to Allah.

The space agency said the Vikas engine is the workhorse that powers the liquid stages of its launch vehicles.

Kerala High Court granted bail to a Bengaluru man, ruling that mushrooms and magic mushrooms are not narcotic substances under the NDPS Act. The man, arrested with small quantities of charas and ganja, was found with magic mushrooms that didn't meet the commercial quantity of psilocybin, leading to his bail eligibility.

This is to ensure that anti-social elements do not create any kind of disturbance amid various festivities and competitive examinations, officials said.

Mohammed Irshad Ansari petitions the Gujarat High Court to prevent the demolition of his mother's grave by the civic body during a road expansion project. Ansari and 40 others claim AMC lacks jurisdiction, with 241 affected structures managed by the Ahmedabad Sunni Muslim Wakf Committee.

The Pacific Palisades wildfire, one of California's most destructive fires, led to delayed evacuation orders with alerts coming 40 minutes after homes began burning. Most residents evacuated safely due to prior awareness and first responders' efforts, despite intense traffic congestion.

Trafficked from East Africa to the UK when he was just nine, Mo Farah found refuge in running. It would see him blossom into a four-time Olympic champion and a six-time world champion. Still in top shape, the 41-year-old now wants to show people what they can overcome through sports...

The Israeli cabinet officially approved a ceasefire with Hamas after 15 months of conflict in Gaza. This agreement, backed by US, Egypt, and Qatar mediation, includes a prisoner and hostage exchange, military withdrawal, and a monitoring mechanism. Future talks are planned for a permanent resolution.

L&TMRH has stated that it remains committed to supporting emergency services and contributing to the welfare of society by leveraging its world-class infrastructure,

Girls are scared to use school restrooms during menstruation due unhygienic condition of the bathroom, including no water, soap, and missing doors, says report.

Impeached South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol will appear at a Seoul court hearing to contest his formal arrest over imposing martial law last month. Yoon, detained after a large police operation, faces rebellion charges with the potential for up to 20 days of custody if the arrest warrant is granted.

TikTok may face a shutdown in the US on January 19 without assurances from the government on service provider liability. The US Supreme Court upheld a federal ban, with Apple and Google likely to remove the app from their stores. The Biden administration leaves enforcement to the incoming administration.

In light of the consistently poor air quality displayed by Government monitors in nearby areas for the past few months, our aim is to ascertain the health impact of air pollution on marathon participants, particularly those with pre-existing health concerns, says Sumaira Abdulali, founder of Awaaz Foundation

Canada is bracing for a potential trade war with the US if President-elect Trump's 25% tariffs on Canadian imports are imposed. Foreign minister Melanie Joly and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promise strong retaliatory measures, with options including tariffs on US goods and halting energy exports. Canada's economy and workforce could face severe consequences.

Revenue Minister wants officials to prepare guidelines for conducting the test