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Prashant Koratkar, a journalist from Nagpur facing charges of making a threat call and inciting enmity, has been remanded in judicial custody for two weeks in Kolhapur. His bail hearing is set for Tuesday. The police have recovered vehicles used by Koratkar and are interrogating individuals who assisted him while he was on the run.

India is enhancing its special forces' capabilities with advanced technology including nano drones, loiter munitions, and sophisticated communication equipment. The integration aims to improve covert warfare and counter-terrorism operations. Although a full-fledged Special Operations Command is lacking, efforts like the Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) are fostering joint cooperation among different forces.

PM Narendra Modi commended the RSS as an enduring symbol of India's eternal culture while laying the foundation for an eye hospital in honor of Golwalkar. Emphasizing the organization's grassroots service initiatives and India's spiritual resilience, he highlighted the RSS's significant role in the country's development goals leading up to centenary independence.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the unity in India's diversity by noting the greetings he received in various languages for New Year and upcoming festivals. His comments come amidst the ongoing controversy over the three-language policy in Tamil Nadu, where the DMK accuses the Centre of imposing Hindi.

The Punjab and Haryana HC ruled that if a soldier dies in an accident during non-duty hours without negligence, the family will get special family pension. The court affirmed this while dismissing the central government's petition challenging the Armed Forces Tribunal's order to grant the pension.

Police said the luxury vehicle was being driven by Deepak Kumar — a car dealer from Ajmer who was arrested later. He had come to Noida to test the Lamborghini, which is owned by Mridul, a resident of Supernova in Sector 94 and YouTuber with 18.7 million followers.

Sandeep Sharma successfully defended 20 runs in the final over against MS Dhoni, leading Rajasthan Royals to a six-run victory against Chennai Super Kings. Despite Dhoni’s efforts, Sharma's composed performance and a crucial catch by Shimron Hetmyer sealed the win, as CSK fell just short of Rajasthan Royals’ 182/9 total. With this thrilling victory, Rajasthan Royals gained crucial momentum and will now shift their focus to their next clash against Punjab Kings on Saturday.

The 25% tariff on auto parts and automobiles is unlikely to significantly impact India. While Indian auto part exports to the US total $2.2 billion, the uniform application of the tariff levels the playing field. The Indian government has an opportunity to boost exports amidst these tariffs.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren received Adani Group's Gautam Adani, signaling a welcome for investment in the state. Despite this, Congress reaffirms its critique of the methods the Adani Group uses, emphasizing its fight against government's preferential treatment of certain businesses.

Rajasthan Royals posted an AI-generated image of Wanindu Hasaranga celebrating after dismissing Vijay Shankar in an IPL 2024 match. The artwork, styled like a Studio Ghibli animation, mirrored the 'Jhukega Nahi' pose from the movie Pushpa. This highlighted the match where Rajasthan set a target of 183 for Chennai Super Kings, with Hasaranga's breakthrough as a key moment.

US President Donald Trump has mentioned the possibility of seeking a third term, suggesting that there are ways to bypass the two-term limit set by the US Constitution. Trump hinted at alternatives during a recent NBC News interview without providing specific details, raising the prospect of extending his presidency.

India has practiced sustainability for centuries, integrating it into cultural and religious practices, stated Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar at the National Conference on Environment. He emphasized the need for optimal consumption and warned of the environmental risks of reckless resource exploitation, referencing India's historical environmental wisdom as a solution.

The Allahabad High Court carried out a significant reshuffle, transferring 582 judicial officers, including 236 Additional District and Sessions Judges. Judge Ravi Kumar Diwakar, known for his religious references in rulings, was moved from Bareilly to Chitrakoot.

Elon Musk commented on Isar Aerospace's failed Spectrum rocket launch, stating that spaceflight challenges are significant. Germany's first private orbital launch attempt ended in a fiery crash after 30 seconds, but the mission gathered valuable flight data. Europe faces hurdles in achieving independent space access following geopolitical shifts.

Young cricketer Abhishek Porel enjoys playing under the leadership of Axar Patel at Delhi Capitals. He appreciates KL Rahul's support, particularly after a missed catch, and values his guidance. Rahul's insights on pitch conditions were also helpful for Porel's successful innings in their IPL 2025 match. Having played alongside Axar Patel for the past two seasons, Porel has developed a better understanding of his leadership style.

Bombay High Court has ruled that compensation from a mediclaim policy cannot be deducted from the payout under the Motor Vehicles Act for medical expenses. The court clarified that such payouts are separate and compensatory, thus ensuring accident victims receive complete and fair compensation without deductions for insurance payouts.

The Phillies and Nationals are set to clash on March 30, 2025, at Nationals Park in Washington D.C. Experts predict a 9-5 win for the Phillies. Key players include Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper for the Phillies, while the Nationals will showcase CJ Abrams and Josh Bell.