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Bengal SIR: Controversies over summoning celebrities baseless, says ECI
The Election Commission of India clarified that hearing notices sent to celebrities and prominent figures in West Bengal, including Chandra Kumar Bose, Dev, and Mohammed Shami, were routine due to incomplete voter linkage details. Hearings continue until February 7 before Assembly poll dates are announced
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China’s population falls again as births drop 17% decade after 1-child policy ended
China’s population declined for a fourth straight year in 2025 despite incentives to boost births, including cash subsidies and policy shifts after ending the one-child rule. New data show falling birth rates as high living costs, economic pressures and low fertility continue to challenge authorities
Siddipet: Stray dog attack kills 40 sheep in Lakshmakkapally
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Siddipet: Stray dog attack kills 40 sheep in Lakshmakkapally
As many as 40 sheep were killed in a stray dog attack at Lakshmakkapally village on Sunday night. The farmer, who depended on sheep rearing for livelihood, has appealed to the government for compensation, estimating losses at nearly Rs 10 lakh.
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Mancherial: HM suspended for taking leave without permission, claiming salary for two months
A government school headmaster in Mancherial district was suspended for availing leave without permission and claiming salary for two months. The action was taken following an inquiry ordered by the Education Department’s Warangal Regional Joint Director.
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Hyderabad Police reshuffles 54 inspectors across city units
Hyderabad Police carried out a major reshuffle late Sunday, transferring and posting 54 inspectors across law and order, traffic, security and specialised units. Approved by the Police Establishment Board, the changes aim to improve efficiency and balance manpower across the city.
Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade as Reliance, ICICI Bank drag
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Sensex, Nifty slip in early trade as Reliance, ICICI Bank drag
Equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade on Monday, led by losses in Reliance Industries and ICICI Bank, amid continued foreign fund outflows, global tariff uncertainties and cautious investor sentiment across markets.
J&K: Search ops resume to hunt down terrorists in Kishtwar
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J&K: Search ops resume to hunt down terrorists in Kishtwar
Security forces resumed a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district to track terrorists hiding in dense forest terrain after a gunfight injured eight soldiers. Multiple teams, drones and sniffer dogs are maintaining a tight cordon as operations continue ahead of Republic Day
Horoscope: Find out your star predictions today, Jan 19, 2026
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Horoscope: Find out your star predictions today, Jan 19, 2026
Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for January 19, 2026. May the day bring you happiness
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Karur stampede case: Vijay faces second round of questioning by CBI
TVK chief and actor Vijay appeared at the CBI headquarters in New Delhi for a second round of questioning in the Karur stampede case. The probe relates to the 2025 incident that killed 41 people, with the agency examining evidence after taking over from an SIT
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Virat Kohli not governed by expectations, says Sunil Gavaskar
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar praised Virat Kohli’s temperament and adaptability despite his century going in vain in the ODI series decider against New Zealand, saying the star batter plays according to situations rather than being bound by expectations or image.
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BNP urges EC to work with ‘complete impartiality’ ahead of Feb 12 elections
Bangladesh’s BNP urged the Election Commission to act with complete impartiality ahead of the February 12 general elections, raising concerns over postal ballots, alleged code violations and bias, while the CEC defended the commission’s neutrality and sought cooperation for a fair, inclusive poll
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Man killed in IED blast in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur
A 20-year-old villager was killed in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district after accidentally triggering a pressure IED planted by Naxalites while in a forest. Police launched search operations, warned locals to remain cautious, and cited continued civilian casualties from Maoist violence in the Bastar region