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Chilkapalli village in Bijapur, once a Naxal-prone area, has received electricity for the first time since Independence under Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai’s ‘Niyad Nellanar’ scheme. The villagers now feel safer, can watch TV, and find it easier to cook and teach their children. It took 3-4 months to set up the electricity facilities.

India opener Smriti Mandhana was crowned ICC Women's ODI Cricketer of the Year 2024, amassing 747 runs in just 13 innings. The India vice-captain averaged 57.86 with a strike rate of 95.15, scoring four centuries to set a new career high in ODIs.

The Joint Parliamentary Committee has approved the proposed Waqf amendment bill, removing the clause that existing Waqf properties can be questioned on the grounds of 'Waqf by user'. Despite opposition objections and numerous amendments proposed, the committee passed all changes brought by the ruling BJP-led NDA.

Uttarakhand has become the first state in India to implement the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the UCC portal and issued a notification for its adoption. The UCC standardizes personal laws across religions, covering marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships.

BJP Kerala State president K. Surendran says party will have Muslims too in leadership positions

Employment, increasing the money given under Mahila Samman Yojana, free treatment for senior citizens in private and government hospitals and scholarship for Dalit students to study abroad were among the major promises in the manifesto

Further, Jairam Ramesh said, “The Aadhar-Based Payment Bridge Systems must not be made mandatory”

Union home minister Amit Shah visited Prayagraj for the ongoing Maha Kumbh, taking a holy bath at the Triveni Sangam. The event, showcasing Sanatan culture and unity, has attracted over 110 million pilgrims since January 13 and is expected to draw 45 crore visitors by its end on February 26.

VHP spokesperson raises concerns over airlines hiking fares for Maha Kumbh devotees, urges government intervention for resolution

Pakistan endured a significant 120-run defeat against West Indies in the second Test at Multan, with a collapse to 133. Jomel Warrican's impressive 9-wicket haul contributed to this first home defeat against West Indies in 35 years. As a result, Pakistan is last in the ICC World Test Championship standings, while South Africa leads.

A viral video showed a man who was seen climbing up the statue using a steel ladder carrying a hammer

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal announced the party's manifesto for the 2025 Delhi assembly elections, featuring 15 key "Kejriwal ki guarantee." Promises include free bus travel for students, job creation, free healthcare for the elderly, monthly allowances for women, clean drinking water, improved roads, financial aid for priests and granthis, and support for auto and cab drivers.

Since April 2023, the state has received investments worth ₹1.15 lakh crore from prestigious companies like Foxconn, Jindal, Toyota, Air India and others

Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev's decision not to shake hands with Indian player R Vaishali due to religious reasons caused controversy at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament. After the incident went viral, Yakubboev issued an apology, explaining his actions and expressing respect. He later informed other players of his beliefs to avoid misunderstandings.

Congress accused Election Commission officials of attacking their Rithala assembly candidate, Sushant Mishra, during a permitted padyatra. Mishra claims the officials did not identify themselves and tried to stop their march. The District Magistrate of North-West Delhi refuted the allegations, stating election staff conducted their duties impartially.

The members have planned a series of demonstrations from Jan 28 to Feb 4

Referring to the wide reach of the State-run public transport carrier, he said the APSRTC served nearly 60 lakh passengers daily with about 11,246 buses, ensuring their safety.

A 35-year-old woman in Rajahmundry, who was suffering from psychiatric problems, died after swallowing a keypad cell phone. Despite surgery to remove the phone, complications in her esophagus led to her transfer to another hospital, where she ultimately succumbed to her injuries.

The CBI has claimed that, unlike the State government, it has the right to challenge the trial court order