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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.

India's senior selection committee, led by Ajit Agarkar, will announce the provisional squad for the Champions Trophy in Mumbai on Saturday. Choices for the middle-order positions are crucial, with Shreyas Iyer being almost certain. The choice between all-rounders Axar Patel and Ravindra Jadeja is pivotal, given Axar's recent form.

Here’s the evidence. Both times that he won the presidency, he beat female candidates. The man who beat him last time lost mental cognition halfway through the battle, forcing the Democrats to install a Black-Indian female candidate with six vacillating accents who couldn’t take softball interviews to save her life and struggled whenever she was required to speak rather than laugh. Divine intervention?

US President-elect Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping had a phone call just days before Trump's inauguration. Although Xi will not attend, vice president Han Zheng will represent China, marking a significant first. The Chinese foreign ministry emphasised the importance of a cooperative relationship between the nations. High-profile international leaders have also confirmed their attendance.

Millions of Americans are migrating to the Chinese lifestyle app RedNote as a TikTok ban looms. This platform has become a hub for US-China cultural exchange filled with memes, jokes, and candid conversations. The app's unique global interface encourages direct interaction between users from both nations, challenging assumptions and fostering digital diplomacy.

Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes the Modi government's handling of the job market, alleging data manipulation to cover up declining employment. He cites polls showing high unemployment among youth and difficulties in finding jobs, accusing the government of misleading the country and failing to deliver on its promise of creating two crore jobs annually.

US president-elect Donald Trump expressed interest in purchasing Greenland, causing Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to emphasize that only Greenland can decide its future. Their conversation highlighted the strong American interest in Greenland but left the issue unresolved. They also discussed security in the Arctic, trade ties, and international conflicts.

Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is questionable for the game against Miami Heat due to a right elbow strain. His absence would greatly affect the Nuggets, who also have Aaron Gordon listed as questionable and Jamal Murray as probable. The game will be broadcast at 8 p.m. ET from the Kaseya Center.

Three high school basketball players helped capture a man accused of setting a woman on fire but were denied a $10,000 reward because they called 911 instead of a designated tip line. Their actions were praised by the NYPD, but bureaucratic rules have prevented them from receiving the reward.

​The original poster’s claim was met with backlash from several prominent voices on the platform. Elad Strohmayer, a diplomat and descendant of Holocaust survivors, responded by contrasting the harrowing experiences of Auschwitz victims with the circumstances in Gaza, stating, “When my great aunt survived the genocide in Auschwitz, she wasn’t drinking coffee, wearing jeans, shoes, or looking freshly groomed.” His post underscored what he views as a critical distinction between genocide and the consequences of a war instigated by Hamas.

The Indian team for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai and Pakistan will be selected in Mumbai on Saturday. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar will announce the squad, but ace fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be picked due to a back injury. Rohit Sharma is expected to be named captain, while Karun Nair's inclusion remains undecided.

India reiterates commitment to crime-free border with Bangladesh, stressing enhanced security measures, adherence to bilateral agreements, and implementing technical solutions. Both nations emphasize cooperation in addressing cross-border criminal activities, as highlighted during meetings with respective high commissioners this week.