Union Minister Pralhad Joshi states that India is leading in green hydrogen. The government has issued a tender for the world's largest green ammonia project. Offshore wind power projects are underway, and a revolution in solar energy is taking place. The solar plant in Omkareshwar Dam is producing 278 megawatts of power.
Three individuals have been arrested in relation to the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh and have been remanded in CID custody for 14 days by a court in Kej, Beed district. Deshmukh was killed after attempting to stop an extortion effort on an energy firm. The police have identified and apprehended multiple suspects involved in the organized crime.
Bengaluru's City Civil Court has granted bail to Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha, and brother Anurag in the techie Atul Subhash's suicide case. They were arrested on December 15 for abetment to suicide. Atul Subhash left a 24-page suicide note outlining hardships he faced, which he attributed to harassment by his wife and others.
HMPV in China: China is reportedly battling a Covid-like scare. Reports suggest there has been rise in cases of human metapneumovirus or HMPV which is a respiratory illness with flu-like symptoms. China has downplayed the outbreak of HMPV despite social media videos and posts showing its health system overburdened. HMPV virus usually affects the upper respiratory system but can sometimes cause lower respiratory infections.
JD Vance, the Vice President-elect of the United States, recently underwent a minor sinus surgery just weeks before his inauguration on January 20.
US stock market will resume full fledged operations on Monday as S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq are set to witness eventful few days ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration.
Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved IAS officer Azimul Haque as the new CEO of Delhi Waqf Board. Saxena criticized the AAP government for delays and improper procedure in the appointment, stressing the impact on payment of functionaries and emphasizing adherence to legal processes in future proposals.
The first trial train successfully ran on the Katra-Banihal section, marking a key step toward commencing rail services to Kashmir. The trials included passing major engineering milestones like the Anji Khad Bridge and the Chenab Arch Bridge. Statutory inspections are scheduled, potentially leading to the inauguration of services by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
A CISF jawan, Kisan Singh, 32, from Jaipur, died by suicide at Surat International Airport's washroom. Despite a decrease in suicide rates among CISF personnel, mental health concerns persist, with the force reporting a 40% reduction in suicides from 2023 to 2024.
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran affirmed the company's commitment to making Air India a top-class airline. He called on aircraft manufacturers to expedite delivery. The company also has significant exposure in the semiconductor industry with plans for a semiconductor fab operational by 2026 and aims to build a comprehensive ecosystem in this sector.
Devajit Saikia filed his nomination for the BCCI secretary post. Prabhtej Bhatia applied for treasurer. Bhatia is from Chhattisgarh State Cricket Sangh. The treasurer post was vacant after Ashish Shelar became a Maharashtra cabinet minister. Saikia has been serving as the interim secretary since Jay Shah became ICC chairman on December 1.
NYT Connections has gained a loyal following since its debut, with players sharing strategies and insights online.
The 2025 Golden Globes begin the awards season on January 5 at The Beverly Hilton Hotel, with comedian Nikki Glaser hosting.
Actor Allu Arjun has been granted regular bail in connection with the death of a woman during a stampede at the premiere of 'Pushpa-2'. He submitted sureties and bonds in court as per bail conditions. Allu Arjun must appear before the investigating officer every Sunday for two months or until the charge sheet is filed.
All nine surviving accused in the 2006 Nanded blast case in Maharashtra are acquitted. The prosecution failed to establish that the incident was a bomb blast, leading to their release. The case originally involved 12 accused, with three fatalities over the course of the period.
The Congress party has launched the "Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan" campaign, demanding the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah for insulting BR Ambedkar. The campaign, which began on January 3, will culminate in a rally at Ambedkar's birthplace in Mhow on January 26.
Sandeep Dikshit of Congress criticized AAP's governance and predicted their defeat in the upcoming Delhi assembly elections. He emphasized the achievements of Sheila Dikshit's tenure and claimed the AAP government has not met its promises. Congress has announced 48 candidates, while AAP has candidates for all 70 seats. Elections are set for February.
Controversy has erupted over a luxury 'vanity van' near Patna's Gandhi Maidan where Prashant Kishor is fasting against BPSC question paper leak allegations. Kishor demanded an alternate washroom facility instead of the van. Authorities claim the protest is illegal and have served eviction notices.
The plywood and MDF board industry in India has accepted mandatory quality control norms for better standards. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal states that the initiative aims to boost domestic manufacturing and limit sub-standard imports. These measures will help India establish itself as a manufacturing powerhouse, ensuring superior and safe products for consumers.
Political parties in Delhi are leveraging Artificial Intelligence for creative campaigns in the upcoming February Assembly elections. AAP is projecting Arvind Kejriwal positively, while BJP criticizes him. Both parties use social media for ads and videos highlighting their schemes and attacking opponents. Educational, health, water and road issues are key focuses. AAP and BJP are in a direct contest.
Fans eagerly await the second season of 'Solo Leveling,' which will delve into the 'Red Gate' arc, featuring Jinwoo mentoring rookie hunter Han Song-Yi. With 12 episodes, the new season promises more action, mysterious powers, and engrossing storylines continuing Jinwoo's epic journey.
Stargazers around the world enjoyed a stunning view of Venus above a crescent Moon on Friday. The cosmic event, visible in various regions, presents more astronomical spectacles in January, including the Venus-Saturn alignment on 18 January and the ongoing Quadrantid meteor shower until 12 January.
