OLIVER HOLT AT ALEXANDER PALACE: Teenage sensation Luke Littler beat three-time champion Michael van Gerwen at Alexandra Palace to claim the 2025 PDC World Championship.

China has assured India that the construction of a mega dam on the Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet will not harm the lower riparian states. The project aims to develop clean energy and has been studied for decades to ensure environmental safety. US NSA Jake Sullivan will discuss the issue during his visit to India.

Police in Beed arrested three suspects involved in the abduction-murder of Massajog sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh. Two suspects were caught in Pune, while another was arrested in Kalyan. The Maharashtra CID is investigating the case, which may be linked to attempts of extortion and assaults on a renewable energy firm. Further arrests are expected.

At an event marking the 25th anniversary of Reliance's Jamnagar refinery, Anant Ambani highlighted the success of the Vantara conservation initiative, emphasizing Reliance's commitment to wildlife preservation. Ambani praised his grandfather Dhirubhai's vision for the refinery and his father Mukesh's efforts to realize it. He pledged to continue elevating Jamnagar's status as India approaches its 100th year of independence.

A dispute over alleged incessant honking on Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu escalated into a heated confrontation between Bengal IT minister Babul Supriyo and BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay, causing a 20-minute traffic snarl. Supriyo claimed that Gangopadhyay used inappropriate language, while Gangopadhyay accused Supriyo of blocking his car and abusing his driver.

Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, BJP has announced its first list of 29 candidates, featuring notable figures like Parvesh Verma and Ramesh Bidhuri. The elections, set for February, will see key contests, particularly in the New Delhi and Kalkaji constituencies, involving prominent candidates from AAP, BJP, and Congress.

The star-studded list of 19 recipients includes several philanthropists, Democratic politicians and high-profile donors.

The Union government is working on guidelines for investigating agencies to handle and seize documents while excluding personal, unrelated data to protect privacy. The guidelines came into focus following cases involving lottery king Santiago Martin and Amazon, where claims of unrelated personal data being at risk were raised.

India has increased its vigilance following reports of rising respiratory illnesses in China. The health ministry held a high-level meeting to assess the situation, emphasizing preparedness. Experts indicated that the surge is due to common flu viruses, including HMPV. The Indian government is monitoring the situation closely, ensuring hospitals are ready to handle any increase in cases.

Three tigers and a young leopard died from highly pathogenic avian flu H5N1 at Gorewada Rescue Centre, Nagpur. This marks the first significant wildlife loss to the virus in captivity in India. Containment measures are in place; other animals tested negative. The virus cross-infected mammals possibly through infected prey or raw meat.

Chhattisgarh government forms an 11-member SIT to investigate journalist Mukesh Chandrakar's murder. His body was found in a septic tank at contractor Suresh Chandrakar's premises. Police have arrested three individuals, with Suresh still at large. A report on corruption in road construction is suspected to be the motive.

The additional sessions court in Thalassery convicted nine BJP-RSS workers for the murder of DYFI activist Rijith in 2005. Rijith was attacked during a clash over an RSS branch opening, suffering fatal wounds. The verdict, based on substantial evidence and testimonies, concluded a 19-year-long trial.

According to the Navy Commander-in-Chief Admiral Alexander Moiseyev, reinforcements of more ships and weapons will keep coming in 2025

Russia has been talking about including supplies of US and UK weapons to Ukraine for many years, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said

Mogadishu (HOL) — U.S. government has announced a $28 million contribution to fund the first year of two five-year projects to boost resilience and food security in Somalia, U.S. Ambassador Richard H. Riley revealed during a press conference in Mogadishu.

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The Russian military has repelled a Ukrainian long-range attack, shooting down eight US-supplied ATACMS ballistic missiles Read Full Article at RT.com

Tomiko Itooka was recognized as the world’s oldest person in August 2024 Read Full Article at RT.com

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The BJP staged a protest in Kalaburagi demanding Minister Priyank Kharge's resignation over a contractor's alleged suicide. BJP leaders urge a CBI inquiry, while Kharge denies involvement and calls for an investigation. Citing cases against BJP figures, the Minister and government stand firm against opposition pressure.

Bank of Baroda reported a robust 11.7% year-on-year rise in global business, reaching Rs. 25.6 lakh crore by the end of December 2024, driven by a significant increase in retail lending. Domestic deposits and advances experienced substantial growth, with retail advances surging by 19.5%.

Rajagopala Chidambaram, India's leading nuclear weapons designer and key figure in the Pokhran nuclear tests, passed away at 88. He contributed significantly to India's nuclear programme and scientific advancements. Tributes poured in from top scientists and political leaders, acknowledging his groundbreaking work and immense impact on India's strategic capabilities and scientific community.

Jammu Police arrested Ravinder Singh, a power department employee, for shooting and injuring BJYM leader Kanav Sharma over a parking dispute in Roop Nagar's New Plot area. Singh fired at Sharma in a fit of rage after an argument and fled the scene. Sharma is under treatment, and an attempted murder case is registered at Bakshi Nagar PS.

Northern Railways completed another successful trial run on the Katra-Banihal section of the USBRL project, which includes India's first cable-stayed rail bridge and the world's highest railway bridge. Statutory inspections and further trials are scheduled for early January, guiding the commencement of train services to Kashmir Valley.

According to US Secretary of State, Americans don’t want the United States to engage in wars

According to the Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev, he appointed himself in charge of a task force to deal with the situation

The star-studded list of 19 recipients includes several philanthropists, Democratic politicians and high-profile donors.

The former president’s casket began its last journey, from Americus, Ga. to Atlanta, Ga. before heading to Washington D.C.

The motorcade bearing the former president’s casket passed through his beloved hometown of Plains on its way to the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta.

(AP) — Tomiko Itooka, a Japanese woman who was the world's oldest person according to Guinness World Records, has died, an official said Saturday. She was 116. Yoshitsugu Nagata, an official in charge of elderly policies, said Itooka...

TEHRAN –The appointment of 70 women in management positions proves the current administration has fulfilled its promise to appoint women in managerial positions.

TEHRAN - The Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, Zahra Behrouz-Azar, has said empowering families struggling with social problems should be prioritized.

TEHRAN –The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) provided rescue services to 549 individuals affected by blizzards and snowstorms over the past three days.

TEHRAN – The second exhibition of Iranian knowledge-based companies operating in technology and engineering sectors will be held from February 11 to 14 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

According to the statement, the investigation will comply with the Russian rules of investigating air accidents