Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal refused to meet with the Supreme Court-appointed committee, citing his health and the condition of injured farmers. He insisted on negotiating only with the central government and criticized the committee's inaction in addressing their demands, including MSP guarantee and debt waiver.
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Six people, including two children, were killed when a container truck toppled onto their SUV near Nelamangala, Bengaluru, on Saturday morning. The accident occurred on National Highway 4, causing a 3-km traffic jam. The family was traveling in a Volvo XC90 when the truck collided with another truck and fell on their vehicle.
India has successfully tested its first indigenous micro-missile system, Bhargavastra, designed to counter swarm drone threats. The system can detect small drones at over 6 km and take them down using guided micro munitions.
US President-elect Donald Trump has called for Canada to become the 51st state and questioned Denmark's control of Greenland, suggesting the US might need it for national security. He also criticized NATO, defended Russia's stance on Ukraine, and proposed renaming the Gulf of Mexico to Gulf America.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district found weapons, grenades, and supplies while searching for terrorists hiding in the forested area. On the operation's third day, troops engaged in gunfire after detecting suspicious movement. The Special Operations Group acted on intelligence about terrorists hiding in a local nursery. The area remains under tight security.
Monday Night RAW features Cody Rhodes and John Cena before their WrestleMania 41 clash, with IYO SKY taking on Rhea Ripley for the Women's World Championship with Bianca Belair as the special referee. Jimmy Uso faces Gunther, and Logan Paul challenges AJ Styles. Catch the action live from London on various broadcasting platforms.
The Allahabad high court criticized Meerut's district magistrate and the UP government for mishandling a compensation case involving an acid attack survivor awaiting additional funds for 11 years. The court demanded timely action and instructed the UP government to ensure prompt compensation in such cases, ordering compliance within a week for the current case.
Mohammed Shami's performance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy quarterfinals will be closely monitored as he seeks return to match-fitness and reclaim his place in the Indian team. With concerns about Jasprit Bumrah's availability, head coach Gautam Gambhir hopes Shami achieves full fitness for the upcoming Champions Trophy, beginning February 19.
Following the return of a killed youth's body to his family in Manipur's Kangpokpi, authorities anticipate an end to protests and blockades in the district. However, tensions persist as the Kuki-Zo community demands a separate hill state, conflicting with the Constitutional framework. Efforts are ongoing to engage with both Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities for a resolution within Constitutional bounds.