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Over 1 crore devotees congregated at the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, braving the cold for a holy dip. The spiritual event, including significant 'amrit snan' days, will run until February 26. Extensive preparations include 8 permanent ghats, 1.6 lakh tents, and 13,000 trains to facilitate pilgrims.

The standing committee of National Board for Wildlife approved the proposal by Vedanta Group's Cairn Oil and Gas during its meeting on December 21

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has set the ball rolling, but he has to develop Amaravati in just three years

A seven-ring security plan has been implemented for the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, anticipating four crore devotees. Enhanced security measures include AI-driven surveillance, 2,751 CCTV cameras, anti-drone systems, and 40,000 personnel to ensure safety. A dedicated police team monitors the event, with 57 temporary stations and 20 hi-tech drones deployed.

Eight people died and several others were injured when a tempo collided with a truck near Dwarka Circle in Nashik, Maharashtra. The accident occurred around 7:30 PM, with the tempo carrying 16 passengers returning from a religious event. Immediate rescue operations were conducted, and the injured are being treated at hospitals. The death toll may rise due to critical injuries.

Indian professionals in the US are facing difficulties due to expected H1B visa reforms under the Trump administration. Many have experienced job offer withdrawals, visa delays, and potential layoffs. With new policies likely to prioritize American workers and increase visa thresholds, the uncertainty is affecting both job security and future employment prospects for Indian immigrants.

The authority is yet to be revived and revamped despite the Centre taking up the matter with the State govt.; its only two employees resigned a year ago, citing lack of an administrative system

Malala Yousafzai condemned the Taliban for their oppressive treatment of women and girls in Afghanistan, describing it as 'gender apartheid.' Speaking at an education summit in Islamabad, she urged Muslim leaders to oppose the Taliban's policies, which she stated have no basis in Islamic teachings. She also criticized Israel for decimating Gaza's education system.

UK PM Keir Starmer is facing calls to sack Labour minister Tulip Siddiq amid allegations she benefited from properties gifted by allies of Bangladesh's former regime. Interim leader Muhammad Yunus has condemned these actions and wants an investigation. Siddiq, who denies wrongdoing, has referred herself to the independent adviser on ministerial standards.

The State, which used to have an average of 5-5.5 lakh live births annually, has now hit an all-time low of 3,93,231 births. It had led the demographic transition in the South, attaining replacement level fertility rate of 2.1 as early as 1987-88