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Elon Musk doubts DeepSeek's claims about their AI capabilities, suspecting they possess significantly more Nvidia GPUs than disclosed. This comes amid discussions on US-China AI competition, with Musk and Scale AI CEO Alexandr Wang suggesting DeepSeek's real GPU count is around 50,000, kept hidden due to US export controls.

DeepSeek, a Chinese startup, has unveiled a revolutionary AI model that has considerably disrupted global markets and sent shockwaves through Wall Street. By leveraging cost-efficient technology, DeepSeek has posed significant questions about the sustainability of the US-led AI dominance and the effectiveness of export controls on advanced chips to China.

Security has been heightened at Delhi's Arun Jaitley Stadium for Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy in the match against Railways, beginning January 30. Kohli, who missed the last match due to a neck sprain, will draw a large crowd, prompting enhanced security measures.

A case has been registered against Infosys co-founder Senapathy Kris Gopalakrishnan and several others under the Prevention of SC/ST Atrocities Act. Durgappa, a Bovi community member and former faculty at IISc, alleges false implication in a honey trap, dismissal from service, casteist abuse, and threats.

Brazilian star Neymar has ended his 18-month stint with Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia due to lingering injuries, after playing just seven times since his $104 million per year move from PSG. Aiming for the 2026 World Cup, Neymar's former club Santos is reportedly in talks for a return, providing a final opportunity for Brazil's all-time leading scorer.

The White House has unveiled Melania Trump's official portrait, taken on January 21, 2025, showing her in a dark suit with the Washington Monument in the background. This comes after the release of Donald Trump's latest portrait earlier in the year, reminiscent of his 2023 booking photo in Georgia.

President Trump announced that India would take suitable action regarding the repatriation of illegal immigrants after his conversation with PM Modi. He also mentioned that Modi is expected to visit the US in February. Both leaders discussed enhancing cooperation, global peace, and security, with emphasis on fair bilateral trade and defense procurement.

India is set to shift from GPS-based time determination to using its own NavIC system for precise time dissemination. The initiative aims to ensure 'one nation, one time' by relying on atomic clocks across regional centres, reducing dependence on foreign systems and enhancing national security.

US President Donald Trump has issued a warning about the low-cost Chinese AI tool DeepSeek AI, which caused a significant impact on tech stocks at Wall Street. Trump emphasized the need for American industries to focus on innovation to remain competitive.

The finance ministry has initiated the search for a new Sebi chairman as Madhabi Puri Buch's term ends in February. Eligible candidates must be above 50 years old with 25 years of experience in relevant fields. Puri Buch is eligible for reappointment despite being involved in a controversy involving the Adani Group.

RBI announced measures to infuse over Rs 1.5 lakh crore in money markets to address liquidity shortfall. The plan includes government bond buy-backs, a long-term repo auction, and a dollar-rupee swap auction. These steps, seen as a precursor to a possible repo rate cut in February, aim to stabilize the financial system and enhance monetary transmission.

Kangana Ranaut's film 'Emergency,' depicting the contentious period in Indian history, has garnered a box office collection of Rs. 16.9 crore in 11 days, despite stiff competition and controversies. The film, which benefited from the Republic Day weekend, features Ranaut as former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

Acting attorney general James McHenry has dismissed over a dozen prosecutors involved in the investigations against President Trump, citing concerns about their loyalty to the president's agenda. This move is part of Trump's broader efforts to centralize control over the justice department, raising legal and ethical questions about the administration's approach.

BJP's income rose to Rs 4,340.5 crore in 2023-24, with Rs 1,685.6 crore from electoral bonds, the highest ever. Congress's income surged to Rs 1,225 crore, with a 384% spike in bond receipts. BJP's expenditure was Rs 2,211.7 crore, while Congress spent Rs 1,025.2 crore. Individual and corporate donations contributed significantly to both parties.

A 41-year-old chartered accountant from Pune has become the first confirmed casualty of the Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in the city, with cases rising to 111 in just under three weeks. The Maharashtra health department has involved experts from Delhi and Bengaluru to assess the situation and guide public health measures.

The BJP has enforced the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Uttarakhand, demonstrating its commitment to core promises. This move, facilitated by central leadership and aimed to be implemented incrementally, could be a precursor for similar laws in BJP-governed states like UP, Gujarat, and Assam. This follows other key BJP agendas like the Ram Mandir construction and scrapping J&K's special status.

The NDA held a joint workers' conference in Ara, encouraging coordination to secure 225 plus seats in the upcoming Bihar state assembly election. BJP State President Dilip Kunwar Jaiswal emphasized booth-level collaboration, and JD(U) State President Umesh Kushwaha praised the development under Nitish Kumar's leadership. They aim to defeat the INDIA bloc in the forthcoming elections.

Bill Gates reveals he regrets his divorce from Melinda French Gates after 27 years of marriage, calling it his biggest mistake. Both have since moved on with new partners, while continuing to share family events and work together on their foundation.

India and China have agreed to resume the Kailash Mansarovar pilgrimage in 2025 and to restart direct flights, aiming to normalize bilateral ties. This follows Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's visit to Beijing, signaling potential future high-level engagements. Both nations aim to address economic concerns and promote people-to-people exchanges to enhance mutual trust and relations.

Justice B Vijaysen Reddy of the Telangana high court directed that children below 16 years cannot watch movies in theatres between 11am and 11pm. This aims to protect minors from potential physical and mental health impacts. This directive stems from considerations following a prior ban on odd-hour shows after a stampede incident in 2024.