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Bill Gates estimates a 10-15% chance of another pandemic occurring within the next four years, citing unprepared global health infrastructure. Despite lessons from COVID-19, Gates emphasizes ongoing risks due to political divisions and inadequate international cooperation.

Price increase ranges from ₹10 to ₹50 per 750 ml bottle sold through government-owned liquor retail shops in the State

Peethadheeshwar Pandit Dhirendra Shastri has questioned the appointment of former actress Mamta Kulkarni as Mahamandaleshwar of the Kinnar Akhara during the Maha Kumbh, citing credibility concerns. Kulkarni, who renounced her former life, defended her consecration as divinely guided and received blessings from saints.

Anupam Mittal from Shark Tank India criticized influencer Vijay Nihalchandani's startup, Make My Payment, suggesting a street cart would be a better venture. Other sharks were also unimpressed with the low paying subscriber numbers, questioning the app's viability and revenue model despite Vijay's success as a social media influencer.

Union aviation secretary Vumlunmang Vualnam has urgently convened a meeting with airlines following the sharp increase in airfares to Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh. The demand for flights has led to prices skyrocketing, with return tickets from major cities exceeding Rs 50,000 in some cases. Additional flights have been approved, but supply still falls short of meeting the high demand.

M. Mohan, currently Director (Projects) at Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, succeeds V. Narayanan

The Committee will discuss the clause-by-clause amendments at its meeting on Monday.

​​However, mounting economic pressure forced him to reverse his stance. Petro announced in a statement that the presidential plane would be used to facilitate what he described as a "dignified return" for deported migrants. "The Government of Colombia, under the direction of President Gustavo Petro, has arranged the presidential plane to facilitate the dignified return of compatriots," read the translated statement, emphasizing Colombia's commitment to humane treatment.

Some local BJP leaders are opposing the project, according to Satish Jarkiholi

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, who had driven to the Gandhi Maidan in the morning on Sunday, January 26, 2025, to attend the Republic Day parade inspected by the Governor, did not turn up at the Raj Bhavan in the afternoon.

Officials of Revenue Department had selected Chincholi taluk for a pilot project and digitised the revenue records pertaining to that region

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto on Saturday acknowledged the deep cultural ties and historical influence of Indian civilization on Indonesia. Praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership in poverty alleviation, Subianto expressed his admiration for India. The visit, featuring important MoUs in health, traditional medicine, and maritime security, contributed to strengthening bilateral relations.

At the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, 22-year-old Pravesh Yadav, evading arrest since July 2023 for liquor smuggling, was apprehended by police during strong surveillance. Superintendent of Police, Abhimanyu Manglik, outlined Yadav's involvement in transporting adulterated liquor from Alwar to Bihar, leading to charges under multiple IPC sections, Excise Act, and Gangster Act.

Former cricketer Sanjay Manjrekar claimed that AB de Villiers played for the wrong IPL franchise, suggesting his true potential was not fully utilized at Royal Challengers Bangalore. Manjrekar believes playing elsewhere could have showcased more of de Villiers' greatness in the T20 format. With 251 sixes in the IPL, De Villiers holds the fifth position among batters with the most sixes in the league.

Stock market crash today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark Indices, crashed in trade on Monday. While BSE Sensex went below 76,000. Nifty50 was below 22,900.

Tiger was found with deep gashes on its neck and several other wounds. Forest department had earlier issued orders to shoot the animal

Upon requesting a sanitary pad from the principal, the Class 11 girl student was allegedly asked to leave the classroom and was made to stand outside for nearly an hour, the complainant said.