Times of India

During the Ranji Trophy Elite Group A match, Mumbai captain Ajinkya Rahane was recalled to the crease minutes after being dismissed due to a no-ball by J&K’s Umar Nazir. Despite the rare intervention, Rahane was soon dismissed again. Shardul Thakur’s unbeaten century helped Mumbai recover to 274/7, gaining a lead of 188 runs.

In January and February, a spectacular planetary parade will be visible in the night sky. The celestial alignment of Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune reaches its peak on January 29, with observatories worldwide organizing special events for stargazers.

Ukraine accuses Russian President Putin of trying to manipulate US President Trump into a peace deal favoring Russia without Ukraine or Europe's input. Ukrainian officials warn of Putin's intent to negotiate directly with the US. Highlighting Putin's readiness for talks, Kyiv dismisses any potential manipulations, emphasizing their stance against Russia's actions.

Iranian police arrested two young women for dancing in a Tehran cemetery while wearing inappropriate clothing. This act of defiance against the country's strict dress code, particularly in a sacred site, received strong public backlash and led to their detention, especially from the martyrs' families.

India remains vigilant over military engagements between Bangladesh and Pakistan, with officials closely monitoring developments impacting national security. A Pakistani delegation, including ISI members, is visiting Dhaka following a Bangladeshi tour of Pakistan. India's aim is to strengthen ties with Bangladesh, despite recent tensions stemming from political unrest and inadequate protection of minorities in Bangladesh.

Round 6 of the Tata Steel Chess Tournament 2025 saw Indian players making significant strides. Arjun Erigaisi drew with top-seeded Fabiano Caruana, while Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh also held their ground against strong opponents. Alexey Sarana scored the day's only decisive victory. In the Challengers section, Vaishali Rameshbabu secured a draw, but Divya Deshmukh suffered a defeat.

A facial recognition test will be conducted on Shariful Fakir, arrested for attacking Saif Ali Khan, to confirm his identity. The police are addressing discrepancies between the suspect and the CCTV footage. The court has extended his custody, and forensic analysis will be crucial for the investigation.

Tens of thousands of anti-abortion activists, joined by neo-Nazis, gathered in Washington for the 52nd annual 'March for Life' rally. Buoyed by the Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v Wade and President Trump's support, the rally attracted high-profile Republicans. The presence of the far-right group Patriot Front sparked controversy, and the movement's future strategy involves changing cultural attitudes towards abortion.

​​Though the conspiracy and initial trade predictions didn’t stop ‘Emergency’ from having a decent opening weekend, the movie is losing business on the weekdays. After making Rs. 1.05 cr and Rs. 1 cr on its first Monday and Tuesday respectively, the movie has been able to mint Rs. 1 cr on its first Wednesday

Laughter Chefs is gearing up for its second season, with Bharti Singh actively engaging in the shoot despite feeling unwell. Bharti's husband Haarsh had fun with their son, Golla, who was reluctant to go to school. The vlogs capture their family moments and playful banter, along with behind-the-scenes glimpses of the show interactions.

The liquor ban at religious places in Madhya Pradesh has raised questions about the Kal Bhairav Mandir in Ujjain, where liquor is the main 'prasad'. Despite the ban, traditions at the temple continue, with government-run liquor counters ensuring availability for offerings. Liquor shops in Ujjain will close, but the prasad practice may persist.

Six new Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) cases were identified in Pune, raising the total to 73. The Union health ministry will send a team to assist local authorities. Two patients were found during a state survey. Hospitals stocked up on treatments, and the National Institute of Virology reported viral and bacterial infections in GBS cases are under investigation.

The Golden State Warriors may trade Draymond Green to the Los Angeles Lakers. This trade could bring the Warriors Rui Hachimura, Gabe Vincent, and others, along with future draft picks. The Lakers would get a strong leader in Green, helping ease pressure on LeBron James. This trade could benefit both teams in the upcoming season.

The Goa tourism department has suspended all paragliding activities across the state following the recent deaths of a tourist and an operator at Keri, North Goa. Authorities will review current operators' compliance with safety standards, requiring them to submit documentation for inspection. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines and penal action under applicable laws.

A Class 12 student from Shivpuri district in MP died by suicide after accusing a teacher of harassment and forcing him to drink alcohol in a video. The victim, Bunty Dhakad, also criticized the education system, warning that more students might face similar issues. Police are investigating the case based on the video evidence.

The MEA has expressed concern over disruptions by Khalistan supporters during the movie 'Emergency' screenings in the UK. They emphasized that freedom of speech should not be applied selectively and urged the UK to take action. Additionally, the MEA addressed Gurpatwant Singh Pannun's activities at a US event.

Amul has reduced the price of its one-litre milk packets by one rupee, providing relief to consumers amid rising inflation. This price cut applies to four variants of milk: Amul Gold, Amul Taaza, Amul T-Special, and Amul Chai Mazza, making larger packet purchases more economical. The reduction becomes effective nationwide from Friday.

Alerts from three Pune hospitals about Guillain-Barre Syndrome (GBS) cases led to the discovery of an unprecedented cluster of 73 cases by Friday. Experts linked the outbreak to Campylobacter jejuni bacteria. An investigation commenced, with authorities conducting door-to-door surveys and increasing awareness. The Union health ministry is sending a team of doctors to assist local efforts in controlling the spread.

19-year-old Janvi Modi claimed in a video that she was not abducted and married Tarun Sangla willingly, disputing her family's allegations. The police, after investigating, found the case stemmed from conflict over an inter-caste relationship and do not suspect any abduction.