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Prime Minister Narendra Modi lays the foundation stone of an international cricket stadium in Varanasi, marking a significant step in the development of cricket infrastructure in India. The collaboration between the Uttar Pradesh government and the BCCI aims to create a state-of-the-art facility, set to be completed by December 2025.

The Janata Dal (Secular) has officially joined the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) ahead of the upcoming general election, marking a significant political development in Karnataka. Details about seat-sharing in the state are yet to be disclosed.

The Indian government issues an advisory to private television channels, urging them to avoid interviewing individuals associated with terrorism. This move comes amidst escalating tensions between India and Canada following allegations by Canadian PM Justin Trudeau regarding India's involvement in the assassination of a Sikh separatist leader.

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurates a towering 108-foot statue of Adi Shankaracharya, the revered 8th-century Vedic scholar, in Omkareshwar. Learn about the statue's significance and its connection to the sacred city on the banks of the Narmada River.

During their bilateral meeting at the G20 summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to US President Joe Biden to be the Chief Guest for India's Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2024. The move strengthens bilateral ties and highlights the significance of India-US relations.

A Japanese tourist in Singapore was left stunned when she received a bill of ₹56,000 ($680) for a crab dish she ordered at a restaurant. Feeling uninformed about the cost, she called the police, sparking a dispute. The incident has been referred to the Consumers Association of Singapore.

Himanta Biswa Sarma, the Chief Minister of Assam, has issued a challenge to Congress leaders Kamal Nath and Bhupesh Baghel, urging them to take Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi to Ayodhya's Ram Mandir. The challenge comes as part of the BJP's 'parivartan yatra' campaign ahead of the assembly elections in Chhattisgarh, with Sarma asserting that those claiming to be Hindus should demonstrate their faith.

A seven-day-long anti-terror operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Gadol forest concludes with the killing of a local Lashkar terrorist. The operation, one of the longest in recent memory, resulted in casualties among security personnel and extensive efforts to secure the area.

An ongoing six-day operation by security forces is nearing its climax as they inch closer to a terrorist hideout deep within the forests of Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir. The difficult terrain and tactical advantages of the militants have led to a cautious and methodical approach. Three officers, including two from the Army and a policeman, have already lost their lives in the operation.

Ahead of a five-day Parliament session, ruling and opposition parties unite in their call for the passage of the women's reservation bill, addressing key issues and marking an auspicious occasion for India's legislative body.

Trinamool Congress has written to External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, seeking action against BJP MLA Suvendu Adhikari for his "inappropriate comments" on a meeting between Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The party alleges that Adhikari's remarks are a deliberate attempt to damage India's foreign relations and affect ties with Sri Lanka.

In a joint operation, the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and intelligence agencies successfully foiled an infiltration attempt along the Line of Control (LoC) in the Uri sector, leading to the death of three terrorists. The operation was met with cross-border firing by Pakistani forces, resulting in a violation of the LoC ceasefire agreement.

A sudden spell of rain with gusty winds in Delhi-NCR led to waterlogging and traffic chaos in various parts of the national capital. Residents shared their experiences on social media, highlighting congestion issues during the morning rush hour.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Director General Rajeev Bahl highlights the alarming mortality rate of Nipah virus compared to Covid-19. India is procuring additional doses of monoclonal antibody from Australia for Nipah treatment amid efforts to contain the virus's spread. Learn about Nipah's symptoms and its impact on humans and animals.