The Daily Guardian - January 20, 2025

The Daily Guardian - January 20, 2025

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January 20, 2025
Dallewal accepts medical aid, 121 farmers end fast
Hours after the union government agreed to resume the talks with the farmers and scheduled the first meeting on February 14 at Chandigarh, 70-year-old farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal accepted medical aid but announced to continue his hunger strike until their demands are accepted.

1 min
DELHI POLL DANGAL: 719 LOCKED IN 3-WAY FIGHT
Candidates for 70 seats declared after EC scrutiny as campaigning by AAP, Cong, BJP gets high pitch

2 mins
Flags to be flown full mast on Donald Trump's swearing-in
Flags at the US Capitol will be flown at full-staff when US President-Elect Donald Trump is sworn in for the second time, The Hill reported.

1 min
J&K mystery disease: Toll rises to 17 as 6th, last child of family dies
The sixth and youngest child of Mohammad Aslam from Budhal village in Rajouri district succumbed on Sunday evening at Government Medical College (GMC) Jammu, taking the death toll in the ongoing health crisis to 17.
1 min
Gaza Deal Takes Effect After Hamas Releases Hostage List
Following a delay over Israel demanding the list of hostages to be released by Hamas, the implementation of the first phase of the ceasefire-hostage deal in Gaza between Hamas and Israel, came into effect today.

1 min
Musk not for Tik Tok ban, wants X in China
Elon Musk opposed the ban on TikTok in the US citing free speech concerns, but criticised the lack of reciprocity, pointing out that TikTok operates freely in the US while platforms like X remain banned in China.
1 min
Saif Stabbing Case: Accused Held, Sent to 5-Day Police Custody
Not Bangladeshi National as Police Claimed, Says Accused Lawyer

1 min
PM Urges Citizens to Exercise 'Right to Vote', Hails ECI Efforts
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged citizens to use their right to vote in maximum numbers and become active participants in the country's democratic process.

2 mins
FIR against Rahul for "fighting against State" remarks
An FIR has been registered against Rahul Gandhi over his recent remarks, where he stated that \"the BJP and RSS have captured every single institution, and we are now fighting the BJP, the RSS, and the Indian State itself\".
1 min
80 huts, 10 tents catch fire at Maha Kumbh
No casualties reported as fire brought under control, PM Modi calls UP CM Yogi Adityanath

2 mins
Criminals sent to kill Kejriwal: Atishi; BJP refutes claim
A day after the row over alleged attack on Kejriwal convoy, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has claimed that criminals were sent to kill Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal.
1 min
Dallewal accepts medical aid, 121 farmers end fast
Hours after the union government agreed to resume the talks with the farmers and scheduled the first meeting on February 14 at Chandigarh, 70-year-old farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal accepted medical aid but announced to continue his hunger strike until their demands are accepted.

1 min
Bareilly: 4 held over alleged illegal mosque construction
As many as four people were arrested in a case of alleged illegal construction of a mosque in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly.
1 min
Centre Appoints Assam DGP GP Singh as CRPF Director General
Assam DGP (Director General of Police) Gyanendra Pratap Singh has been appointed as the Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), according to an official order.
1 min
Bihar: Prashant Kishor flags off rally to raise BPSC students' issue
Jan Suraj Party Chief Prashant Kishor on Sunday flagged off a statewide bike rally in Patna to raise the issues of Bihar Public Service Commission's students.

1 min
PM Modi, Biden raised US-India partnership to new heights
US Ambassador to India Eric Garcetti on Sunday highlighted that US-India relations have reached new heights, due to the efforts of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden.

2 mins
Maha Kumbh Reminds of India's Ancient Culture: Rajasthan CM
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Sunday visited Prayagraj's Maha Kumbh and said that the grand celebrations there reminded of the thousand-year-old culture.

1 min
Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker's Uncle, Grandmother Killed in Road Accident
Olympic medalist shooter Manu Bhaker's maternal uncle, Yudhveer Singh and maternal grandmother, Savitri Devi were killed in a road accident on Sunday, officials said.

1 min
PM Modi Terms Maha Kumbh 2025 as 'Extraordinary'
The Prime Minister said that similar to Maha Kumbh, 'Pushkaram' is organised in the southern parts of India on the banks of Narmada, Godavari, Krishna and Kaveri rivers.

2 mins
Congress Plans Public Rally to Commemorate 100 Years of Mahatma Gandhi's Party Presidency
Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge on Sunday said that Congress was gearing up to organise a public rally under the slogan 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' on January 21 to commemorate 100 years of Mahatma Gandhi becoming the party president.

1 min
79% believe Sheikh Hasina's assassination was plotted during Bangladesh's unrest
A recent India News survey on Sheikh Hasina's assassination plot in Bangladesh gathered insights from 435 respondents.

1 min
Olympic star Neeraj Chopra ties the knot
Two-time Olympic medalist and India's javelin throw sensation, Neeraj Chopra, has announced his marriage to Himani through posts on social media on Sunday.

1 min
C'garh to Release Pending Bonus to 27 Lakh Paddy Farmers in Feb
The procurement began on November 14 last year and will continue till January 31, 2025. The government has to procure about 160 lakh tonnes of paddy for the kharif marketing year 2024-25.

2 mins
Pune Man Kills Family, Attempts Suicide Over Debt
A 45-year-old man allegedly poisoned his 36-year-old wife and 9-year-old son before attempting to take his own life in Pune's Chikhali area, police said.
1 min
Cong leader dubs BRS 'anti-farmer' after KTR criticism
Congress leader Kota Neelima hit out at the BRS party on Sunday, accusing them of being anti-poor and anti-farmer after the latter alleged that the Congress-led Telangana government is responsible for a farmer's suicide in Adilabad.

1 min
PM Modi, CM Naidu Will Speed Up Development: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the efforts of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in mitigating natural disasters across the country, and comparing it to the ability of the National Democratic Alliance to mitigate 'manmade disasters'.

1 min
Rahul Has No Right To Come To Telangana: G Kishan Reddy
Slamming Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday said that he has no right to come to the state of Telangana and that if any government has worked against the constitution, it is the Congress government.

1 min
Nitish Kumar Raised Issue Of Caste Census, Rahul Kept Mum: JD(U)
The Janata Dal (United) on Sunday accused Rahul Gandhi of hypocrisy on the issue of caste census, charging him with maintaining silence when Bihar CM Nitish Kumar raised the matter in INDIA bloc meetings.

2 mins
Video clip of IIT Madras Director Kamakoti favouring 'Gomutra' goes viral
A video clip of the IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti purportedly praising the 'medicinal value' of 'Gomutra', while speaking on protecting indigenous breeds of cows and the significance of switching to organic farming, has gone viral in the social media.

1 min
Cong's Udit Raj Dubs Kejriwal as Anti-Dalit
Congress leader Udit Raj on Sunday dubbed AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal as \"anti-Dalit\", saying that while his party announced a scheme to provide a monthly honorarium to temple priests and gurdwara granthis, it left out priests of Valmiki and Ravidas temples.
1 min
Arvind Kejriwal should be arrested: Parvesh Verma
Bharatiya Janata Party has demanded the arrest of Aam Admi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal, a day after the BJP alleged that the former Chief Minister's vehicle \"ran over\" one of their party workers.

1 min
PM Modi to Address BJP Booth Workers on January 22
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will engage with Bharatiya Janata Party booth-level workers in the national capital through the Namo application as part of the party's campaigning in the run-up to the Delhi Assembly elections.

1 min
BJP is frustrated fearing their defeat: Satyendar Jain
Satyendar Jain, the AAP candidate from the Shakur Basti assembly seat, on Sunday criticised the BJP, accusing them of orchestrating attacks out of fear of losing the upcoming Delhi Assembly election.

1 min
Kejriwal Proposes Joint Housing Scheme for Govt Employees
Kejriwal writes to PM Modi to approve a joint housing scheme

1 min
Rahul, Priyanka will actively take part in Delhi polls
Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav on Sunday said that senior party leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, and Mallikarjun Kharge, will actively participate in various programs during the ongoing election season and have expressed strong support for the guarantees launched ahead of the February 5 polls.

2 mins
Over 100 AAP workers join BJP
Bidhuri also lashed out against Chief Minister Atishi, saying that she is canvassing for votes after allegedly neglecting them for four and a half years.
1 min
Shunty promises to introduce 'pink ambulances' for women
AAP candidate Jitender Singh Shunty says he wants to make Shahdara constituency a better place for women residents as he outlines his plans for introducing 'pink ambulances', hostels for working women and creches for their children if elected from the seat in the Delhi assembly polls.

1 min
Streets and roads are in shambles: Bidhuri slams CM Atishi
BJP candidate from Kalkaji assembly for the Delhi assembly polls, Ramesh Bidhuri, has lashed out against Chief Minister Atishi, saying that she is canvassing for votes after allegedly neglecting them for four and a half years.

1 min
Seven detained in Mehrauli accidental firing
As many as seven people were detained by the Delhi Police in connection with an 'accidental firing' incident in Delhi's Mehrauli, which left one person injured, officials said on Sunday.
1 min
BJP trying to eliminate Kejriwal, one attacker linked to Parvesh
The BJP is conspiring to \"eliminate\" Arvind Kejriwal as they cannot defeat him, the AAP alleged on Sunday, claiming that one of the persons involved in an alleged attack on his car last evening is \"frequently seen\" with Parvesh Verma, who is contesting the Delhi assembly polls against the AAP convener.

1 min
Delhi Has Never Seen Such A Poll Campaign: Kejriwal On 'Murderous Attack'
Kejriwal, an MLA from the New Delhi constituency since 2013, faces challenge from BJP's Parvesh Verma and Congress' Sandeep Dikshit, who have allowed no let up in their attacks on the former chief minister in their jousting for Delhi's throne.

2 mins
AAP Releases List of 40 Star Campaigners
As the Delhi Assembly elections get closer, Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday released a list of 40 star campaigners.

1 min
Dark web drug cartel busted, Rs 2 crore hydroponic weed seized
The Delhi Crime Branch dismantled an international dark web drug cartel, seizing 6 kilograms of hydroponic weed worth over Rs 2 crore, police said on Sunday.

1 min
Four Charred to Death as Fire Breaks Out in Ghaziabad House
Four people, including three members of a family, were charred to death in sleep after a fire broke out in a house here due to a short circuit early Sunday, officials said.

1 min
Delhi Reels Under Severe Cold, AQI Slips to 'Very Poor' Category
Delhi's maximum temperature settled 6.5 notches above normal at 26.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday, the IMD said.

1 min
Maha Kumbh Providing Market to Artisans
Flipkart has also set up a stall at the Maha Kumbh, providing entrepreneurs with the opportunity to sell their products on their platform for free.

1 min
Digital Transformation to Be Key Themes to Be Discussed at WEF: Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday shared insights on his participation at World Economic Forum (WEF) 2025.

1 min
India-EU FTA, TTC Advance During Goyal's Brussels Visit
The talks emphasized enhancing trade ties, advancing the India-EU FTA, and progressing the Trade and Technology

1 min
Forex reserves hit 10-month low at $625.87 billion
The reserves had been falling ever since it touched an all-time high of $704.89 billion in September

1 min
Delhi-NCR Saw Most Land Deals in 2024: Report
In 2023, 2707+ acres in about 97 land deals changed hands across the country.
2 mins
200% surge in Nagaland startup registrations
Waste Management, Non-Renewable Energy, Biotechnology and Logistics are the sectors in which the most number of start-ups are being noticed,\" Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated.

2 mins
The long road to resilience: Why disaster preparedness still falling short
Despite years of significant investments in disaster preparedness, many vulnerabilities still persist, especially in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs). This ongoing challenge is driven by several factors that require closer examination.

4 mins
BANGLADESH'S TURMOIL: A VOLATILE MIX OF AGENDAS
The political upheaval in Bangladesh that erupted with the ouster of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in August 2024 has plunged the nation into turmoil.

5 mins
FRAGILE STABILITY: GAZA AID AMID TENSE TRUCE
The ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas marks a fragile stability, addressing immediate concerns but leaving future challenges unresolved.

4 mins
Kashmir's Black Day: Holocaust of 19th January, 1990
A carefully drawn-out strategy and plan of ethno-religious cleansing of Kashmiri Pandits by the armed insurgents is today scattered, devastated and disintegrated

6 mins
Punjab and Haryana High Court rejects pre-arrest bail of man accused of taking Rs 10 cr for providing Lt Governor post
The Punjab and Haryana High Court in the case Dabir Singh v State of Haryana observed and has refused to grant anticipatory bail to a man accused of taking 10 crore with other co-accused for securing the post of Lieutenant Governor in Andaman and Nicobar, observing that granting relief when there is prima facie sufficient evidence would send a \"very negative message\" to the public.
1 min
Kerala High Court: Bank seeking judicial declaration of sale deed's validity before sanctioning loan on minor's property sold without prior approval not arbitrary
The Kerala High Court in the case Yamnuna Kumari v The Sub-Registrar observed and has held that the bank's insistence for a court declaration on the validity of a sale deed before sanctioning a loan on the property of a minor, sold without approval from the District Court as mandated under the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, is not arbitrary or unreasonable.
1 min
Delhi High Court reserves verdict on Ashok Swain's plea against cancellation of OCI card
The Delhi High Court in the case Ashok Swain v. Union of India & Ors observed and has reserved the judgment petition filed by academic and writer Ashok Swain challenging an order issued by the Central government cancelling his OCI card.
1 min
Delhi High Court Grants Bail to Former Punjab AAG Booked for Transporting Drugs, Says Twin Conditions Under Section 37 of NDPS Act 'Satisfied'
The Delhi High Court in the case Vikramjit Singh Versus NCB observed and granted bail to lawyer and former Additional Advocate General for the State of Punjab in a case registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, NDPS Act 1985 last year.
1 min
Will Follow Timeline Set by Govt for Holding Polls: Bangladesh EC
Chief Election Commissioner made the remarks during an event where the UNDP handed over technical equipment needed to update the voter lists.

1 min
South Korea: Court approves detention of ex-President Yoon
A court in Seoul issued a detention warrant on Sunday for impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol, allowing authorities to hold him for an extended period over his controversial martial law declaration in December 2024, according to a report by Yonhap News Agency.
1 min
Japan's Elderly Women Turn to Prison for Stability Amid Struggles
The increasing number of elderly women in Japanese prisons highlights broader social challenges, including poverty and isolation among the aging population, CNN reported.

1 min
Fighting Halts in Gaza as Ceasefire Takes Effect After Brief Delay
Israeli airstrikes, artillery and tank attacks continued in northern Gaza after the initial deadline of 0630 GMT.

2 mins
Minister Calls For Increased Security In Jerusalem
In a letter to the cabinet, Porush expressed concern about the planned release of Palestinian security prisoners to Jerusalem as part of the upcoming hostage deal.

1 min
Pakistan: Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement Holds Rally in Sindh
On 121st birthday anniversary of father of Sindhi nation and Sindhi freedom leader Sain GM Syed, Jeay Sindh Freedom Movement (JSFM) on Friday held a grand rally under the leadership of leaders Amar Azadi, Adil Sindhi, and Hosho Sindhi.
1 min
UN Chief Urges Israel to Entirely Withdraw from Lebanese Territory by January 27
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called on Israel to fully withdraw from Lebanese territory by January 27, emphasizing the urgency of resolving long-standing territorial disputes.

1 min
US Sanctions Chinese Company and Individual Over Cyberattacks
The Biden administration made one last effort to reveal what they claim is a widespread Chinese cyberespionage operation. They identified a company and an individual they say were responsible for two major hacks targeting senior US officials, as reported by CNN.

1 min
Nita, Mukesh Ambani Congratulate Trump Ahead Of Inauguration
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani and Reliance Foundation founder and chairperson Nita Ambani on Sunday extended their congratulations to US President-elect Donald Trump at a private reception in Washington DC ahead of his inauguration.

1 min
Trump Holds Victory Rally in Washington Ahead of Inauguration
The rally is likely to resemble the free-wheeling arena speeches that have been a Trump staple since his first White House campaign in 2016.

1 min
India, Italy boost cooperation on counterterrorism, organised crime at 5th JWF meet
India and Italy reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in multilateral fora against terrorism and organised crime during the 5th meeting of the Joint Working Group (JWG) on Counter Terrorism and Organised Crime, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement.

1 min
Hindenburg's Nate Anderson Under Cloud for Sharing Report With Hedge Funds
The Market Frauds portal said that court documents allegedly revealed that Hindenburg colluded with Anson while preparing a report.

1 min
UK MPs Withdraw Report Criticising Current Bangladesh Regime Over 'Bias'
A group of MPs has withdrawn a controversial report into Bangladesh after complaints that it was biased in favour of the ousted government of Sheikh Hasina.

1 min
Trump to revive TikTok, but wants 50% US ownership
President-elect Donald Trump said he would revive TikTok access in the U.S. by executive order after he is sworn in on Monday, but said he wants the popular social media app to be at least half owned by U.S. investors.

1 min
'IT'S SCARY': CHRISTOPHER ABBOTT SHARES HIS SHOOTING EXPERIENCE FOR 'WOLF MAN'
'Wolf Man' is from writer-director Leigh Whannell. Abbott plays Blake, a San Francisco man who inherits a rural Oregon farmhouse after his dad vanishes.

1 min
Is Rihanna's New Album Finally on the Horizon?
Rihanna, a nine-time Grammy winner, has sent fans into a frenzy after being spotted entering a recording studio in New York City.

1 min
Justin Bieber Teases Fans With Potential New Tracks For 2025
Fans of Justin Bieber are buzzing with excitement after the pop star shared images of himself recording music, sparking speculation about a potential album release in 2025.

1 min
Hindi Short Film 'Ansuni Chinkhe' Wins Big at Jaipur International Film Festival
'Ansuni Chinkhe', a poignant short film written and directed by Dr Parthasarathi Mahanta, has garnered significant acclaim at the Jaipur International Film Festival (JIFF) 2024.

1 min
Coldplay Mumbai Concert: Chris Martin Says 'Jai Shri Ram'
Coldplay kickstarted their India tour with a bang in Mumbai on Saturday evening.

1 min
Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan-starrer ‘Azaad’ scores highest opening box office collection
As Bollywood gears up for the upcoming highly anticipated projects, the newcomer-led films have taken centre stage with their unique style and fresh talent.

1 min
Kangana Ranaut's Emergency Makes Rs 7.39 Crore in Two Days
Kangana Ranaut's political-drama Emergency has collected Rs 7.39 crore at the domestic box office in two days, the makers said on Sunday.

1 min
Top Destinations For Adventure Sports In India: Trekking, Scuba Diving, And Paragliding
India, with its diverse landscapes, is a haven for adventure enthusiasts.

2 mins
Best road trip routes in India: Leh-Ladakh and beyond
India offers some of the most thrilling and diverse road trip experiences, from the rugged mountains of Leh-Ladakh to the serene coastal roads of Kerala.

1 min
Expanding Horizons - Ek Aur Duniya: A Vision of Hope Through Art
Curated by the renowned Ina Puri, Expanding Horizons - Ek Aur Duniya is a compelling art exhibition addressing urgent sociopolitical and environmental challenges while envisioning a hopeful future.

2 mins
Classical Saxophone Recital weaves magical spell at Pracheen Kala Kendra's 303rd Baithak
Priyank began his recital with raga Bageshri. He unfolded the mysteries of exceptional raga through an alaap set to Vilambit ek taal.

1 min
Lost in Translation: An Exploration of Language and Its Complexities
Step into the delicate dance between intention and interpretation with Lost in Translation at Gallery Threshold that explores the inherent nature of all languages - spoken or non-verbal.

1 min
Terraform: M. Pravat solo exhibition explores the tensions between urbanity and nature
Vida Heydari Contemporary (VHC) proudly presents Terraform, a solo exhibition by acclaimed artist M. Pravat, showcasing a compelling series of artworks that debut in New Delhi.

1 min
Virat Kohli Will Again Win It For India: Suresh Raina
As the excitement builds for the much-anticipated India-Pakistan clash in the upcoming Champions Trophy, former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina shared his thoughts on the high-stakes encounter.

1 min
Kho Kho World Cup: Indian Women's Team Crowned Champion
The Indian women's team emerged champion in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup with a dominant 78-40 victory in the summit clash against Nepal here on Sunday.

1 min
Eden Gardens gears up for India-England T20I clash
As the Indian cricket team prepares to face England in the first T20I at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens on Wednesday, excitement among fans has reached fever pitch.

1 min
'Should have been a little bit more calmer': Chirag Shetty
Following the loss in the semi-final match in men's doubles at the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament, Indian players Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy expressed their feelings on their loss in the knockout stage of the competition.

1 min
Defending champions India dominate West Indies in ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup
Defending champions India began their ICC Women's U19 T20 World Cup 2025 campaign on a high note, delivering a dominant performance against the West Indies at the picturesque Bayeumas Oval in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday, according to ICC.

2 mins
Australian Open: Djokovic, Alcaraz set up mouth-watering quarterfinal clash
Serbian tennis icon Novak Djokovic stormed into the quarterfinals of the ongoing Australian Open, setting up a clash with rival Carlos Alcaraz following a win over Jiri Lehecka in his fourth-round match on Sunday.

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