Mostly clear skies are expected during the day with maximum temperatures ranging from 12-16 C. A cold wave in the plains is indicated by minimum temperatures of 10 C or less and 4.5 C below normal. A temperature fall is predicted in Uttar Pradesh, Central India, East India, and Maharashtra over the next five days.
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Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister, Suresh Kumar Khanna presented a Rs 8,08,736-crore Budget for the state assembly, focusing on research, development, and Information Technology for 2025-26. Major allocations include 22% for development, 13% for education, and significant initiatives like the Artificial Intelligence City and 'Zero Poverty Abhiyan.'
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A 26-year-old woman was allegedly raped inside a parked bus at Pune's Swargate terminus early Tuesday morning. The suspect is a criminal with a history of theft and robbery. The incident has raised serious concerns about security, prompting an inquiry and removal of 23 security personnel. The crime has sparked outrage, with demands for swift justice and support for the survivor.
An Indian startup's space surveillance satellite, SCOT, was commissioned last Saturday after capturing images over South America. Bengaluru-based Digantara launched SCOT on January 14 aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-12 rocket. The satellite tracks objects as small as 5cm in Earth's orbit and captured a stunning image featuring the city of Buenos Aires.
Chennai Super Kings defeated Lucknow Super Giants by five wickets, ending their five-game losing streak. CSK's bowlers set the stage, restricting LSG to 166/7, while Dhoni and Dube's explosive batting sealed the victory. Dhoni's reunion with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka added a nostalgic touch to the win. After the game, Dhoni was seen sharing a light-hearted chat with LSG owner Sanjiv Goenka—a reunion of sorts, as Goenka also owned the now-defunct Rising Pune Super Giant franchise where Dhoni played... Expand
A mysterious illness called "Dinga Dinga," causing shaking, fever, and weakness, is affecting women and girls in Uganda's Bundibugyo district. This mysterious illness serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance in detecting and managing emerging diseases. The cause is unknown, but investigations are underway, with samples sent to the Ministry of Health for analysis.
A stampede in Tirupati's temple town led to six deaths and over 30 injuries during the issuance of Vaikunthadwara Sarvadarshan tokens. Overcrowding at distribution centers caused chaos and surging crowds, overwhelming the process. Authorities are concerned about rising fatalities as several injured devotees are in critical condition. TTD has revised distribution locations for subsequent days.
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