The Election Commission has asked Arvind Kejriwal to provide evidence for his claims that Yamuna water was poisoned, including specifics on the type, quantity, and method of poisoning. The Commission aims to separate ammonia contamination from poisoning allegations and cautioned against making statements that could incite public unrest or promote discord.
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Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed advises the national team to maintain a calm and focused approach ahead of their high-pressure encounter against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. He emphasises the importance of experienced players like Babar Azam and the team's strong bowling lineup, including Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf, to defend their title.
Ranveer Allahbadia's offensive joke on India's Got Latent has ignited a significant controversy, leading to police complaints against multiple individuals. In response, host Samay Raina has removed all related videos from his channel, committing to cooperate fully with investigations. Contestants and judges reportedly participate without scripting or payment.
Russia's foreign ministry has warned its citizens against travelling to the US, Canada, and some EU countries due to escalating tensions. Spokesperson Maria Zakharova said that bilateral relations are near rupture, citing risks of Russians being targeted by US authorities. This warning comes amid heightened conflict over the Ukraine war and mutual accusations of wrongful detentions.
Mangione, a 26-year-old Maryland resident, was taken into custody on December 9th in connection with the case. According to the fundraiser’s organizers, they have established contact with both Mangione and his lawyer. Any funds raised will go directly to Mangione or, if declined, will be redirected to legal funds supporting other defendants facing what the group describes as "politicized charges."
Ukraine surpassed India as the world's top arms importer in 2020-24, with its imports rising significantly due to its war with Russia. India's arms imports, driven by tensions with China and Pakistan, accounted for 8.3% of global imports. India's imports from Russia decreased, while imports from France and Israel increased.
Two Indian men, Rakesh and Brajesh Yadav, were misled into working as security guards in Russia but ended up being forced into combat against Ukrainian forces. Injured on the battlefield, they were eventually returned home with the intervention of PM Narendra Modi. Now, they are recovering and working as painters.
Lohri, celebrated on January 13, marks the end of winter and the beginning of the harvest season in northern India, especially in Punjab and Haryana. The festival features bonfires, folk dances, and traditional foods like Makki di roti and sarson da saag, highlighting gratitude and community.