Times of India

Odisha state government has announced a Rs 20,000 monthly pension for individuals imprisoned during the Emergency of 1975-77, covering over 300 eligible persons. Medical expenses for detainees will also be covered. Beneficiaries must apply and document their eligibility; misconduct or fraudulent claims will result in benefit withdrawal and prosecution.

The Sambhal district administration issued notices to 11 shop owners, ordering the removal of structures on encroached government land near Thanewali Masjid for a road-widening project. Authorities uncovered an ancient stepwell and increased vigilance, initiating excavation work and similar operations at other historical sites in the area.

Fatty liver disease, once seen mainly in adults, is now affecting children due to poor lifestyles, including junk food consumption and lack of exercise. Overweight and obesity are significant contributors, with about 17-40% of children in India affected. Encouraging healthy diets and activities like family walks can make a big difference.

Congress leader Digvijaya Singh dismissed Union minister Jyotiraditya Scindia's remarks, calling him a "child." Singh noted his role in introducing Jyotiraditya's father, Madhavrao Scindia, to the Congress. The feud escalated after Singh demanded a probe into alleged corruption, which Scindia dismissed as targeting his family. The tensions trace back to the Congress government's collapse in 2020.

Pongal, a harvest festival in Tamil Nadu, celebrates gratitude, togetherness, and the start of the harvest season. The festival, symbolizing prosperity, involves heartfelt wishes and messages to loved ones. The article provides various greetings and inspirational quotes for Pongal 2025, emphasizing the festival’s importance and the joy it brings to families and friends.

The January 13, 2025, episode of WWE Monday Night Raw on Netflix will feature high-stakes matches and major superstar appearances. Highlights include a street fight between Finn Balor and Damian Priest, Sheamus vs Ludwig Kaiser, a mystery opponent for Chad Gable, and the Women’s Intercontinental Championship Tournament finals between Lyra Valkyria and Dakota Kai.

Kapil Dev emphasized the futility of comparing players from different eras, highlighting disparities between his playing days and modern cricket. As workload debates arose surrounding Jasprit Bumrah's injuries, Kapil's former teammate Balwinder Sandhu had dismissed the concept of workload management, noting they frequently bowled extensive spells during their careers.

Mehbooba Mufti contrasts former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 2003 visit to J&K with PM Modi's recent visit, highlighting the difference between a statesman and a politician. She criticizes the Modi government's decision on Article 370 and praises Vajpayee's faith in J&K leadership.

At a recent party conference in Riesa, Saxony, Alice Weidel fully embraced the term "remigration," describing it as "large-scale repatriations." This term, common among Europe’s far-right, signifies the deportation of individuals with migrant backgrounds, regardless of their legal status or integration into society.

Pandit Vishnu Rajoria of Madhya Pradesh Parshuram Kalyan Board announced a Rs 1 lakh reward for Sanadhya Brahmin couples with four children, emphasizing the need to address low birth rates among Hindus and counter the rising population of non-Hindus. The reward will be arranged through personal or community support.

Congress leader Sachin Pilot affirms the strength of the INDIA bloc, despite the Congress and AAP contesting against each other in Delhi elections. He acknowledges the alliance will adopt varied stands in certain state elections. Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav also dismisses rumors of internal conflicts.

Yograj Singh has backed Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli for the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy despite their poor performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series against Australia. He emphasizes the importance of their presence in grooming young talent. Singh also praised the IPL's role in improving Indian cricket and lauded the BCCI's support for women's cricket.

Bigg Boss' season 13 saw Salman Khan almost quit after a heated altercation between Sidharth Shukla and Rashami Desai. The dispute escalated, prompting Salman to reprimand the contestants and consider leaving. As season 18's finale approaches, recent episodes have seen Salman scolding participants, particularly Chum Darang and Vivian Dsena, for their conduct.

Mark Zuckerberg caused controversy by incorrectly stating that India's incumbent government lost the 2024 elections. He also accused the Biden administration of pressuring Meta to censor content and criticized Apple's lack of innovation since the iPhone's creation. These comments were made during his appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast.