An engineer from Hingoli, Maharashtra, who had been missing in Iran for almost two months, is currently in a Tehran jail for taking photographs. He informed his wife via WhatsApp that he is expected to be released next Tuesday with the help of the Indian embassy.
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Five family members, including a mother and her four daughters, were found murdered in a Lucknow hotel. The son, Arshad, has been arrested for the crime. He confessed, citing harassment by neighbors and community pressure as his motivation. Arshad and his father carried out the murders. The police are searching for the father, who is on the run.
A sessions court has upheld the conviction of a man who sent late-night WhatsApp messages and an obscene image to a married woman, a former corporator. The accused received a three-month jail sentence and a Rs 1,000 fine. The court dismissed the defense's claims, emphasizing the victim's reputation and credibility.
Anna Muzychuk, Ukraine's top-ranked chess player, is set to compete in Norway Chess Women 2025. She aims to build on her runner-up finish from last year. The tournament features strong contenders like Ju Wenjun and Koneru Humpy. Equal prize money and unique scoring systems add to the competitive excitement. Muzychuk focuses on strategic preparation.
A terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, resulted in 28 deaths. Global condemnation poured in, including from Turkey, China, and Pakistan. However, Canada has yet to issue an official statement. Opposition leader Pierre Poilievre condemned the attack. US President Donald Trump assured India of support. Security agencies released sketches of three Pakistani suspects. The Resistance Front claimed responsibility.
The Parliamentary Budget session will begin on January 31 and run until April 4, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presenting the Union Budget 2025. President Droupadi Murmu will address a joint sitting of both houses on January 31. This marks Sitharaman's eighth budget, surpassing Morarji Desai's record.
The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will follow a hybrid model. Pakistan will host the tournament. Matches involving India will occur at a neutral venue. Mohammad Amir welcomed the decision. He emphasized the importance of the India-Pakistan clash. The ICC also announced hybrid models for other tournaments. These include the 2025 Women's World Cup and the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup.
Gaurav Khanna emerged as the winner of Celebrity Masterchef's first season after a three-month culinary battle. He impressed judges Farah Khan, Sanjeev Kapoor, and Ranveer Brar with his innovative dishes, securing the title and a Rs 20 lakh prize. Despite initial challenges and revealing his color blindness, Gaurav's determination and growth throughout the competition led to his victory.
India's head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the team's high-risk, high-reward approach that secured a 4-1 series win against England in Twenty20 Internationals. He emphasized the selflessness and fearlessness in their play, aiming for big scores like 250-plus, even if it means occasional setbacks. Varun Chakravarthy's bowling was also a key factor in their success.