Times of India

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) attached 142 properties worth Rs 300 crore in a money laundering case involving Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. The properties are registered in the names of real estate agents. Siddaramaiah allegedly used political influence to secure compensation in the form of valuable sites for his wife.

BJP accused Congress of waging an 'open war against Hindus' by moving the Supreme Court in support of the Places of Worship Act, 1991. The Act freezes the character of all places of worship as they existed on August 15, 1947. BJP's opposition centers on claims of historical injustices and the denial of legal remedies for Hindus, while Congress argues the law safeguards communal harmony and secularism.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached a Rs 486 crore property on Amrita Shergill Marg, Delhi, linked to Aarti Singhal, in a money laundering case. This follows a financial scandal involving former Bhushan Steel promoter Sanjay Singhal, who was arrested for a Rs 47,000 crore bank fraud. The ED is pursuing recovery of dissipated assets and plans to restitute them to banks.

The Central Bureau of Investigation, confident in its case, is expecting a conviction for Sanjay Roy in the RG Kar hospital rape and murder. They presented extensive evidence, including DNA matches, physical injuries, and crucial forensic findings, during the in-camera trial. Roy maintains his innocence as the judgment is awaited.

The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation has prohibited the import of second-hand or refurbished medical devices due to a lack of regulatory provisions, posing risks to patient safety. This move is intended to protect the domestic industry from low-quality equipment and ensure appropriate medical care while med-tech companies support local manufacturing.

An intruder who attacked Saif Ali Khan in his flat at night remains untraced as police are uncertain of his escape route. He is suspected to have used the fire escape stairwell, with his image partially captured on CCTV. The police are investigating how he managed to enter the flat.

A 30-year-old woman named Geeta Sharma, working as a property dealer, was found injured and unconscious in Lucknow. She was later declared dead. Her brother accused her live-in partner, Girija Shankar, of murder, citing a Rs 1 crore insurance policy with Girija as the nominee. Police are investigating whether her death was accidental or a brutal murder.

Sai Varshith Kandula, an Indian American with roots in Hyderabad, was sentenced to eight years in prison for crashing a rented truck into White House barricades in May 2023. Kandula aimed to overthrow the government and establish a dictatorship. He also planned to assassinate the US President. Kandula's actions caused significant damage and endangered public safety.

Nishant Kumar, son of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, makes his first public appeal urging people to vote for his father. Visiting Bakhtiyarpur, he highlights his grandfather’s contributions and refrains from commenting on his own political future. Opposition views the appeal as a sign of Nitish’s waning influence, while BJP supports Nishant’s statements.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified there is no contradiction between the Army chief Upendra Dwivedi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar regarding disengagement with China in eastern Ladakh. While the Army chief mentioned a 'degree of standoff' remaining, the MEA highlights disengagement is completed at specific points. The Army chief notes authorities can handle minor issues to prevent escalation.

Chennai's Madras High Court has demanded explanations from prison authorities on how inmates accessed mobile phones and ganja despite strict security. This follows accusations that prisoners were beaten by officers after being found with a mobile phone. The court has ordered a medical examination for the prisoners and a detailed hearing scheduled for January 21.

During an exclusive gathering hosted at SpaceX’s Starbase in Texas, Elon Musk expressed support for lowering trade barriers between the US and India, highlighting collaboration potential in technology and space exploration. Indian business leaders, including figures from varied sectors, engaged with Musk on topics like AI innovation and India's role in global advancements.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has revoked GRAP Stage-III restrictions as Delhi's air quality improved to 'poor' and is expected to remain in the 'Very Poor' category. Construction activities and the use of BS-III petrol and BS-IV diesel cars can resume. Dense fog caused low visibility and delayed flights, but no diversions or cancellations occurred.

A Spaniard attempted to report a burglary in his Bengaluru flat through the 112 helpline but was asked to speak in Kannada before the call ended. He remained confined in his room for six hours, and thieves stole valuables worth Rs 82,000. Police are investigating with available CCTV footage.

Israel's justice ministry announces the release of 95 Palestinian prisoners starting Sunday, pending government approval. The release is part of a ceasefire deal negotiated by Qatar, the US, and Egypt, aiming to end the recent deadly conflict in Gaza and facilitate the release of hostages held by Hamas.

The Parliamentary Budget session will begin on January 31 and run until April 4, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Union Budget 2025. President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint sitting of both houses on January 31. This marks Sitharaman's eighth budget, surpassing Morarji Desai's record.

The Enforcement Directorate has attached over 140 properties worth approximately Rs 300 crore in a money laundering case involving Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah. It is alleged that Siddaramaiah used his influence to secure 14 sites for his wife as compensation for land acquired by MUDA, significantly inflating its value.

Astrologer Greenstone Lobo predicts tough times ahead for young cricketer Prithvi Shaw, highlighting planetary hurdles affecting his form. Shaw's potential comeback seems uncertain until 2026, with better prospects in domestic cricket rather than international. Once considered a future star, Shaw faces ongoing fitness and discipline issues, lowering his chance for a major revival soon.

Yala glacier in Nepal is predicted to vanish by the 2040s, due to significant reductions in area and volume. Monitoring since 1974 shows a retreat of 680m and a 36% area reduction. This glacier is critically endangered, with the Hindu Kush Himalaya region warming twice as fast as the global average.

The US Supreme Court upholds the TikTok ban amid national security concerns tied to its Chinese parent company. The ban, set to take effect Sunday, restricts new downloads and updates of the popular app. The Biden administration plans to delay enforcement, while the sale of TikTok remains uncertain.