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Rinku Singh, a renowned T20 cricketer, is set to marry Priya Saroj, the youngest woman MP in the current Lok Sabha. Their families are finalising the engagement and wedding plans after the parliamentary session and England T20I series. This rare pairing of a cricketer with an active politician has generated excitement on social media.

Abdallah Ibrahim, a 52-year-old businessman residing in Tolichowki, was persistently contacted by Inamul Hasan since January 6. His con involved an offer to sell 8 kilograms of gold for ₹2 crore, said the Investigating Officer M. Satish Kumar

India captain Rohit Sharma and selection committee chairman Ajit Agarkar announced the 15-member squad for the Champions Trophy. A viral video revealed Rohit's concerns over new BCCI guidelines, including family travel restrictions on long tours. Agarkar confirmed the implementation of a new travel policy document post Australia's series defeat.

President Joe Biden seemed unaware of a signed executive order freezing new liquid natural gas export permits, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson who recalled a meeting of January 2024. The meeting led Johnson to question the nation's leadership. Biden, after initial denial, admitted to signing the order meant for studying its effects.

Ajit Agarkar and Rohit Sharma announced India’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, omitting Sanju Samson despite his impressive T20I performance against South Africa. Samson’s absence from the Vijay Hazare Trophy and his last-minute unavailability for the preparatory camp influenced this decision, according to Kerala Cricket Association president Jayesh George.

According to an official release, before heading to Davos, Mr. Naidu and other members of the delegation will meet the Indian Ambassador and engage with industrialists from the Telugu States in the national capital

EPFO has introduced new facilities to enhance convenience for its 7.6 crore members, including online EPF transfer claims using Aadhaar OTP and self-correction of personal details in UANs issued after Oct 1, 2017, without the employer's intervention. These changes aim to streamline processes and reduce grievances related to member profiles and transfers.

It was at Sukhdebpur border outpost that differences between BSF and BGB had surfaced over fencing along the International border outpost a few days ago

Donald Trump arrived in Washington with his family for his second inauguration as president on Monday. Events were moved indoors due to frigid temperatures. The inauguration will have performances by acclaimed artists and attendance from prominent tech executives. Trump confirmed the extension of TikTok's operation and pledged rapid action on mass deportations of undocumented migrants.

Ex-Army jawan Manoj Kumar, 50, was sentenced to death by an Aligarh court for the 2014 murders of his wife, son, and neighbor. Following a dispute with his wife, he shot her and their neighbor, then targeted his children, killing his son and critically wounding his daughter, whose testimony was pivotal in the conviction.

Orissa high court ruled that a wife is justified to live separately and entitled to maintenance if her husband doubts her chastity without proof. The court upheld the family court’s decision directing the husband to pay Rs 3,000 monthly maintenance, emphasizing that unproven accusations of infidelity amount to character assassination.

India and the US signed an MoU to enhance cooperation on cybercrime investigations, bolstering security against terrorism, violent extremism, and related threats. The agreement will facilitate collaboration on cyber threat intelligence and digital forensics. The MoU was signed by Indian ambassador Vinay Kwatra and US deputy secretary Kristie Canegallo, with respective agencies overseeing implementation.

Maharashtra govt announced guardian ministers for all 36 districts, with CM Fadnavis becoming the first CM to be a guardian minister for Gadchiroli. Deputy CM Shinde will oversee Mumbai City and Thane, while Deputy CM Pawar will manage Beed and Pune. The appointments include significant role allocations to Shiv Sena, BJP, and NCP leaders.

A Sealdah court convicted former Kolkata police civic volunteer Sanjay Roy of raping and murdering a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College last year. The in-camera trial concluded in 66 days, with the judge finding Roy guilty based on witness accounts and documents. Sentencing will be decided on Monday.

Private banks like Kotak Bank and RBL Bank are experiencing higher defaults in the microfinance sector. Kotak Bank reported a 10% rise in net profit, but its microfinance arm saw significant losses. Similarly, RBL Bank saw an 86% drop in net profit due to increased provisions for microfinance loans. Industry-wide challenges are anticipated to stabilize in the coming quarters.

Former colleagues of the 31-year-old resident doctor raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College express deep disappointment with Sealdah trial court's verdict. They criticize the investigation's thoroughness and plan to support the victim's parents until complete justice is achieved. Discontent over the handling of the case persists, with calls for further legal action and additional inquiry.

The family of the 31-year-old resident doctor raped and killed at RG Kar Medical College, Kolkata last year finds partial relief as Sanjay Roy is convicted. They continue to demand justice, hinting at a larger conspiracy. The family has moved the Supreme Court, questioning the CBI investigation and suspecting more people are involved in the crime.

Following the announcement of the proposed meeting, farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, whose fast-unto-death entered the 54th day on January 18, agreed to take medical aid

Eight cops, including IG Zaidi, were convicted by a special CBI court in Chandigarh for their role in the Kotkhai custodial death case. One SP was acquitted due to lack of evidence. The court will announce the punishment on Jan 27. The case involves the death of Suraj, accused in the rape and murder of a 16-year-old girl in 2017.

Prudent Electoral Trust saw corporate donations surge to Rs 1,075.7 crore in 2023-24, tripling from the previous year after the Supreme Court scrapped the electoral bonds scheme. Major donors included Arcelor, DLF, and Maruti Suzuki. BJP received Rs 723.8 crore, followed by Congress with Rs 156.4 crore. Triumph Electoral Trust and others also saw significant contributions.