Astronaut Sunita Williams described her view of India from space during her nine-month stay on the International Space Station. She highlighted the Himalayas' ripple effect, the fishing fleets near Mumbai and Gujarat, and the network of lights visible across the country. Williams expressed excitement about visiting her ancestral home in Gujarat.
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Due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, the Academy has extended the Oscar nomination voting period until January 14 and rescheduled the announcement of nominees to January 19. Several events have been postponed or canceled. The 2025 Oscars ceremony remains scheduled for March 2. The wildfires have caused significant damage and displacements in the entertainment industry.
Sidney Crosby, after leading Team Canada to victory, is unhappy with the Pittsburgh Penguins' recent performances, according to reporter Michelle Crechiolo. The team, struggling and facing criticism from fans due to their poor results, is seen as lacking focus on winning. Despite this, Crosby has not taken any rest and continues to play, seeking improvement.
Bastar police arrested Suresh Chandrakar, primary accused in the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar, after a two-day chase that ended in Hyderabad. Mukesh's autopsy revealed severe injuries, suggesting a brutal attack. The arrest count in the case now stands at four, with Suresh's brothers and a supervisor also in custody.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is preparing to move into his official residence despite its haunted reputation. This decision comes after inspecting and repairing the historic site. Ishiba expresses little concern about the supernatural tales, even though past prime ministers and their families have reported unsettling experiences since the residence's construction in 1929.
A wedding in UP turned tragic when the bride's uncle shot dead a guest, Arun Kumar, after a heated argument over the food quality served at the event. The uncle, Vijay Kumar, was arrested, and a murder case was registered following the incident in Kasganj district.
Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar halted his morning routine to address Bengaluru's garbage crisis, which escalated as Mitaganahalli-Kannuru residents blocked garbage trucks. He described the issue as driven by a 'big mafia' and emphasized the need for cooperation among political parties to manage waste effectively on the city's outskirts.
VIP movement in New Delhi on Monday morning caused significant traffic disruptions, with an estimated 2 lakh vehicles stuck, wasting around 46,000 litres of fuel. This resulted in financial losses of 44 lakhs and 107 metric tons of CO2 emissions, exacerbating pollution. Additionally, 1 lakh manhours were lost, highlighting the need for better traffic management and improved public transport.
The UAE's ILT20 league will start its 2025 season on 11 January with MI Emirates as the defending champions. It features unique awards like wrestling-style belts and detailed trophies. Teams will compete for the elaborate trophy with secret chambers and pendants. The league aims to differentiate itself with these unique elements and attract attention.
A 24-year-old Bengaluru woman lost nearly Rs 5.9 lakh to a fraudster posing as an astrologer on Instagram. The scammer convinced her to pay for multiple 'special pujas' to fix supposed issues in her horoscope. The woman eventually realized the deceit, demanded her money back, and approached the police. An investigation is underway.