The Supreme Court declined a plea challenging VIP access to Ujjain’s Mahakal Temple sanctum, stating courts shouldn’t regulate temple entry. While remarking “nobody is a VIP” before the deity, the bench allowed the petitioner to withdraw and approach administrative authorities for uniform guidelines.
Global superstar and UNICEF Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas is set to headline the 2026 India Conference at Harvard University this February. Joining intellectual giants like Shashi Tharoor, she will discuss “The India We Imagine,” exploring India’s evolving global influence, culture, and future possibilities.
In the ICC Under-19 World Cup Super Six match at Bulawayo, India U19 scored early with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Aaron George batting well after Zimbabwe chose to bowl. The young Indians aim to keep their unbeaten run alive and push closer to knockout qualification.
boAt co-founder Aman Gupta shared heartfelt pride after receiving a special Rashtrapati Bhavan “At Home” invite where India celebrated rich North East culture with artisans’ crafts and traditions. Gupta called the honour humbling and highlighted India’s cultural diversity showcased at the presidential event.
A Bhopal-based techie from a Tier-3 college shared her inspiring journey to securing a coveted Google job after years of rejections and relentless preparation. Her viral story highlights grit, consistency and belief over pedigree, motivating many aspiring engineers from smaller campuses across India.
Hyderabad’s quirky Fish Building — the unique National Fisheries Development Board headquarters shaped like a giant fish — has been named among the world’s strangest buildings for its eye-catching mimetic architecture. The stainless-steel structure, complete with fins and glowing eyes, now draws global attention.
Actress Anya Singh says her role in Border 2 is deeply personal, a tribute to her grandfather who served in the Indian Army and fought in the 1971 war. She shared that the patriotic film gave her pride and emotional connection, honouring soldiers and family sacrifice.
In Telangana’s Hanamkonda district, activists found about 200 more stray dogs killed and buried, pushing the total to around 1,100 deaths since December 2025. Animal rights groups have urged police to file FIRs and investigate alleged poisoning, raising serious concerns over animal cruelty and local accountability.
Punjab Police arrested the parents of fugitive gangster Goldy Brar, Shamsher Singh and Preetpal Kaur, in connection with a 2024 ransom and death-threat extortion case registered in Sri Muktsar Sahib. They allegedly demanded ₹50 lakh via foreign numbers; investigation continues into wider criminal links.
Goa’s government is studying an Australia-style law to ban social media use for children under 16, amid rising parental concerns over excessive screen time and its impact. The IT department will consult leadership before finalising details, after Andhra Pradesh also weighed similar youth restrictions.