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The main event of the festivities, Brahmotsava Kalyanam, will be held on January 14

Asked about the BJP allegations, AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said, "Where is the report? The BJP itself keeps saying no CAG report has been tabled."

K. Ponmudy said the State government had already issued an order regarding the regulated culling of wild boars, and it would only be carried out by Forest department officials

The UN-CEBD was created to further investigate the benefits and challenges of Big Data, including the potential for monitoring and reporting on sustainable development goals

The BJP has accused the AAP of causing a Rs 2,026 crore loss to the Delhi exchequer through a liquor scam, according to leaked CAG report pages. Union Minister Anurag Thakur and BJP President JP Nadda criticized the AAP's excise policies, calling former CM Arvind Kejriwal the kingpin of the alleged scam.

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has called on PM Modi to order a SIT probe into the Dima Hasao mining tragedy in Assam, where four labourers died. Gogoi highlights ongoing illegal mining due to weak enforcement, demanding accountability and broader safety measures. Rescue operations continue.

The renowned playback singer P. Jayachandran cremated with State honours at his ancestral home in Ernakulam district as per his wish

Congress MP Manish Tewari emphasized that the INDIA bloc was created to protect the nation's essence, not just for elections. His comments follow Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut's concerns over Congress's role in the alliance's disunity post-Lok Sabha elections. AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal clarified that Delhi elections will be an AAP and BJP contest.

Talsania further elaborated on Bhatt's propensity for last-minute changes. He described how the director often made spontaneous decisions that could alter the course of a film. In another anecdote, Talsania recounted how Bhatt cast him in a film on a whim.

Pakistan's education minister revealed that the Afghan Taliban government did not attend a global summit on girls' education held in Islamabad. Despite the absence of official Afghan representatives, various organisations dedicated to Afghan girls' education participated. The Taliban, since their takeover in 2021, have barred girls above sixth grade from school, impacting 1.4 million girls according to Unesco.

Kerala BJP leader P C George has been booked for allegedly making hate speech during a TV discussion, provoking religious hatred. The complaint was filed by the Muslim Youth League Municipal Committee. The BJP condemned the police action, calling it a political vendetta by the LDF government, while George clarified his remarks were against extremism, not any community.

Southern California faces unprecedented wildfires, displacing thousands, causing multiple deaths, and devastating numerous properties. Exceptionally dry conditions and the Santa Ana winds have exacerbated the fires' intensity. Fire containment efforts are hindered by limited water supplies, prompting significant criticism of state leadership and emergency response strategies.

A 14-year-old boy was critically injured after being hit by a reckless Jaguar car while jogging in Noida Extension. The incident led to the arrest of the 22-year-old driver. Rising road accidents involving luxury vehicles in the region have prompted authorities to launch road safety campaigns, especially targeting schools and colleges. The boy remains in critical condition.

The joint rescue team recovered a third body from the flooded rat-hole coal mine in Assam’s Dima Hasao district. Earlier, two other bodies were retrieved, and eight miners are still trapped. The mine, operating illegally, collapsed last week. Rescue teams, including the NDRF, Indian Army, and Coal India, continue their efforts, aided by around-the-clock dewatering operations.

Thousands of devotees assemble in Ayodhya for the first anniversary celebrations of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the grand Ram temple, marked by religious rituals and cultural events. Prime Minister Modi and other leaders extend their greetings, celebrating the temple's significance and ongoing construction milestones.

Mark Zuckerberg criticized Apple on Joe Rogan's podcast, claiming the company is no longer innovative and is profiting solely from the iPhone's success. He argued Apple overcharges developers and restricts compatibility for competitors. He also disparaged Apple's VR headset, suggesting Meta offers better alternatives, and accused Apple of stifling competition through security excuses.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's brother Tirupati Reddy, who holds no official post, sparked controversy by arriving at a school event with significant police security and a convoy. BRS criticized the event, pointing out that children were made to stand in the sun and parade. BJP and BRS questioned the preferential treatment.

BJP released a video criticizing AAP's Arvind Kejriwal over the costly renovation of the Delhi CM residence, dubbed "Sheesh Mahal." According to a CAG report, the renovation expense amounted to Rs 33.86 crore, with luxury items and servant quarters included. BJP claims the real cost could be up to Rs 75-80 crore, highlighting alleged misuse of public funds.

The Aam Aadmi Party accused BJP's leaders and Union ministers of engaging in voter registration fraud in Delhi before the assembly elections. AAP's Sanjay Singh alleged that BJP is misleading the Election Commission by registering fake votes. BJP countered, accusing AAP of similar malpractice involving non-residents.