Karnataka minister Dinesh Gundu Rao has congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) after it successfully concluded the docking process of two satellites.

The Bharatiya Janata Party criticizes the Congress party for relying on findings from Hindenburg Research, which recently announced its shutdown. Hindenburg's founder Nate Anderson cites personal reasons for disbanding the firm, despite past controversies and challenges, including the significant impact on the Adani Group's market valuation.

The Congress party has accused the BJP of shielding the Adani Group from scrutiny despite serious allegations highlighted by the Hindenburg report. They allege misuse of foreign policy for personal gain, monopoly creation in various sectors, and argue for a Joint Parliamentary Committee investigation.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday applauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to promote the startup ecosystem in the country by easing rules and regulations on the completion of nine years of the 'Startup India' initiative.

Congress will hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on 21st January to demand Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his statement on BR Ambedkar, KC Venugopal, AICC General Secretary (Organisation), said.

Congress leader Sandeep Dixit questions Akhilesh Yadav's support for AAP in the Delhi Assembly elections, suggesting it may be influenced by AAP's policies. Akhilesh stated that supporting AAP is strategic to defeat the BJP as AAP is stronger than Congress in Delhi. The Delhi polls are scheduled for February, with nominations closing on January 17.

The Election Commission of India has issued new guidelines for political parties to ensure transparency in AI-generated campaign materials. This advisory mandates clear labeling of synthetic content and includes a voter awareness campaign with auto-rickshaws in Delhi to encourage electoral participation.

Nitu Mohanka’s social media post about the negative impact of long work hours on personal lives resonates widely. She shares her experiences and references research showing diminished productivity beyond extensive weekly hours. Her post challenges the controversial remarks made by L&T Chairman SN Subrahmanyan promoting a 90-hour workweek.

India has welcomed the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, hoping it will facilitate humanitarian aid to Gaza. Brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the US, the deal includes hostage exchanges, Israeli military withdrawal, and aid resumption following weeks of conflict that caused significant casualties and displacement.

Saif Ali Khan was stabbed six times after confronting an intruder in his Bandra residence early Thursday morning. The intruder fled after a violent altercation, and Khan was taken to Lilavati Hospital, where he is undergoing surgery. Mumbai police are investigating the break-in and reviewing CCTV footage.

A non-cognizable report was filed against BJP leader Parvesh Verma for allegedly distributing shoes to electors in the New Delhi assembly constituency. This act is considered a violation of the Model Code of Conduct and Section 123 of the Representation of People Act, 1951. The returning officer has ordered an investigation.

Congress has announced candidates for 68 out of 70 Delhi assembly seats, with recent nominations including Surender Kumar for Bawana, Rahul Dhanak for Karol Bagh, and Sumesh Gupta for Rohini. The Delhi elections are set for February 5, with results on February 8.

Saif Ali Khan stabbed by unknown person in a robbery at his house

Isro successfully completed its first satellite docking manoeuvre, elevating India towards joining an elite group of countries with this technology. This experiment involved ground monitoring, multiple postponed attempts, and cautious maneuvers, marking a significant achievement for India’s space capabilities and future missions such as Chandrayaan-4 and a potential space station.

Kerala’s once idyllic beaches, such as Shankumugham, are now facing severe erosion due to rising sea levels and sand mining, threatening the homes and livelihoods of over 9.3 million coastal residents. Significant beach areas have vanished, and tourism-dependent businesses are struggling, necessitating urgent governmental intervention and an aggressive coastal management plan.

Amid criticism from various quarters, Kerala government announced it has no plans to proceed with the Kerala Forest (Amendment) Bill, 2024. CM Pinarayi Vijayan emphasized that the government does not want to enact laws that go against public interest, highlighting challenges in managing wild animal attacks due to central regulations.

The CBI has lodged a case against a former deputy secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and six ex-officials of Prasar Bharati in a corruption case. The FIR, registered under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Prevention of Corruption Act, comes on the referral of the Lokpal.

The HC rebuked businessman Boby Chemmanur for choosing to stay in jail despite being granted bail. Chemmanur apologized to avoid further court action. His initial refusal aimed to show solidarity with prisoners unable to post bail. The court warned him against such media stunts and clarified that it has the power to revoke bail if necessary.

The Supreme Court reprimanded the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for making submissions contrary to the law regarding bail for certain categories under the PMLA, like minors or sick persons. The court emphasized it will not tolerate such conduct and ordered the release of accused Shashi Balaha on bail.

Punjab and Haryana High Court has quashed an FIR against a proclaimed offender under the Negotiable Instruments Act after both parties reached a compromise. Justice Sumeet Goel emphasized that pursuing such cases, when settled, burdens courts unnecessarily and goes against the legislative intent of Sec 138 of the Act. The compromise was deemed a significant factor in deciding to quash the FIR.

The Commissioner for Railway Safety has approved the Katra-Reasi section of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla rail project, paving the way for regular train services between Jammu and Srinagar. The maximum speed will be 85 kmph on regular lines and 15 kmph on loop lines, with operations limited to daytime for security reasons. Compliance with certain conditions is required before starting train operations.

Maharashtra minister Dhananjay Munde's aide Valmik Karad, already in SIT custody for extortion charges, has been named an accused in the Sarapanch Santosh Deshmukh abduction-murder case. The MCOCA court has extended his custody till January 22 for further investigation. The prosecution presented call records linking Karad to the crime. Karad's lawyer insists on the lack of legal grounds and substantial evidence against him.

Supreme Court refused to entertain BRS MLA K T Ram Rao's plea seeking to quash criminal proceedings in the Formula-E race scam. The court upheld the Telangana HC's order, with Rao facing charges including criminal breach of trust, conspiracy, and misconduct. Rao withdrew his plea after the court's decision.

Pakistan's military and foreign office refute Indian Army Chief Gen Dwivedi's claims that Pakistan is the source of regional terrorism. Islamabad labels these statements as baseless attempts to distract from India's internal issues, including its actions in J&K and minorities' repression. Pakistan urges India to introspect its own actions.

Chhattisgarh Congress legislator Kawasi Lakhma has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with an alleged liquor scam. He was remanded to ED custody for six days. Lakhma claims the case is a conspiracy by senior BJP leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Home minister Amit Shah launches 'Fast Track Immigration - Trusted Traveller Program' at seven new airports, enabling faster immigration for pre-verified flyers using biometric authentication. This expands the program previously running at Indira Gandhi International airport, aiming to provide seamless and secure international travel under the 'Viksit Bharat'@2047 vision.

The US bureau of industry and security removed three Indian entities from its Entity List while adding 11 Chinese entities due to national security concerns. The removal facilitates US-India energy cooperation, while the additions highlight consequences for aiding Chinese military development.

Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, AAP's Manish Sisodia accuses BJP of failing to manage law and order in Delhi. Sisodia claims BJP poses the biggest threat to slum dwellers, alleging BJP’s plans to demolish slum clusters. Meanwhile, ED receives authorization to prosecute AAP leaders in an alleged liquor scam.

An election official has requested the Delhi police to file a case against BJP candidate Parvesh Verma for allegedly distributing shoes to voters, violating the Model Code of Conduct. This isn't the first controversy involving Verma, who previously handed cash to women voters. The Delhi assembly election results will be announced on February 8.

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has enforced Stage-IV of GRAP in Delhi-NCR due to severe pollution. Restrictions include banning construction, stone crushers, and BS-III petrol/BS-IV diesel vehicles in key areas, with exceptions for essential services and adapted vehicles for persons with disabilities.

India inducted three domestically manufactured naval vessels - two warships and a submarine - highlighting its military manufacturing capabilities and commitment to defense autonomy, countering China's influence and Pakistan's naval expansion. This aligns with Modi's vision for naval improvement and domestic production. Notably, 75% of components were produced domestically.