Kunal Kamra has filed for transit anticipatory bail in Madras High Court following an FIR for allegedly disparaging remarks about Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde in a comedy show. Kamra claims the charges are false and is seeking protection against arrest, citing threats to his safety.
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Sam Pitroda, chairman of Indian Overseas Congress, sparked controversy by suggesting tolerance towards illegal Bangladeshi migrants in India. BJP criticized his remarks, indicating they reflect Congress's stance on the issue, which they claim supports the permanent settlement of such migrants.
A 5-year-old child was allegedly harassed at a Rewa district kindergarten after soiling his uniform. School caretakers reportedly forced the child to clean himself and kept him unclothed. Following a complaint by the child's parents, the caretaker was terminated, and an investigation was launched by the district education officer.
SEBI warned Ola Electric for violating disclosure norms by announcing expansion plans on social media before notifying the stock exchanges. Bhavish Aggarwal posted about the store expansion on X hours before informing BSE and NSE. Ola faces potential enforcement action if compliance standards aren't improved. This occurs amidst other regulatory challenges for the company.
Three Class-X students from St Ann's School assaulted a Class-VII pupil within their hostel in Paderu, ASR district, on January 5. The incident gained attention after the video went viral, prompting officials to act. ASR district collector ordered an enquiry, resulting in the hostel warden's removal and the involved students being sent home.
A 20-year-old student from Bareilly allegedly murdered a biscuit factory security guard to cover up his theft and impress his girlfriend. Ashutosh Kumar stole Rs 55,000, bought a bike, and took his girlfriend shopping. CCTV footage led to his arrest, where he confessed to the crime. Kumar has been booked for murder and sent to jail.
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha sacked two government employees, Ishtiyaq Ahmad Malik and Basharat Ahmad Mir, over alleged terror links. Malik, a PWD senior assistant, aided Hizbul Mujahideen by providing shelter and logistics. Mir, an assistant wireless operator, shared critical information with a Pakistani intelligence operative.
AIADMK and BJP have solidified their alliance for the 2026 Tamil Nadu elections, with Amit Shah confirming the NDA will contest under PM Modi nationally and Edappadi K Palaniswami in the state. Meanwhile, gold prices surged to a record high amid US-China trade tensions, and MS Dhoni has returned to captain Chennai Super Kings after Ruturaj Gaikwad's injury.
Life in Katra, Jammu, gets disrupted as Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti leads a 72-hour shutdown, protesting the proposed ropeway project. The agitators argue that the project threatens local livelihoods and traditional pilgrimage practices. Despite police intervention and detentions, the strike continues, with support from BJP and Congress factions.
CBSE plans to conduct two Class X Board exams annually, starting in 2026, in February and May. This schedule gives students flexibility to choose their preferred exam date and subjects. The best score from either exam will be recorded on the certificate.