Drone hit tanker ship off Gujarat coast was ‘fired from Iran’, says US Pentagon: Here’s what we know so far

The Pentagon claimed in a statement on Sunday that the attack happened at around 10 a.m. local time and that no one was hurt on board the Japanese-owned ship.
Ayodhya Ram temple consecration on January 22; check details here

The consecration ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya will take place during the auspicious Abhijeet Muhurat.
Covid-19 JN.1 variant: Is there a need for additional dose of vaccine? INSACOG chief reveals

“I would say prevention is required for all those who are 60 years of age or older, who are likely to have comorbidities and those who are on drugs that suppress our immunity, like cancer patients,” he said.
Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out at commercial complex in Madurai

People inside the shops and cinema theatres were evacuated through emergency exits.
BJP’s national office bearers meeting concludes, briefings held on Ram temple, Lok Sabha elections

The BJP wrapped up a two-day meeting of national office-bearers, addressing crucial topics ranging from the upcoming Lok Sabha elections to the progress of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
‘COVID-19 JN.1 variant is spreading rapidly but…’: Former AIIMS chief Dr Randeep Guleria gives this advice; Watch

Dr. Randeep Guleria, former AIIMS Director and current medical education director of Medanta talked about the Covid JN.1 variant including its symptoms and severity, and also appealed to the people to remain alert.
Drone strikes ship with 20 Indians on board off Gujarat’s coast, crew safe

The Indian Navy warships in the vicinity are also moving towards the distressed vessel with around 20 Indian crew members who are all reported to be safe.
Congress undergoes reshuffle ahead of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Sachin Pilot gets key role

Sachin Pilot has been appointed as the All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary in charge of Chhattisgarh. General Secretary Avinash Pande has been appointed as in-charge of Uttar Pradesh, replacing Priyanka Gandhi.
COVID cases rise by 52% globally last month: WHO

In India, there have been 752 new cases of COVID-19 and four deaths in the past 24 hours.
‘Not done yet’: CM Siddaramaiah clarifies on removal of Hijab ban in Karnataka

“We have not done it yet (allowing hijab). One person asked me a question, and I replied to that. Yes, the government is considering to end the ban. But the matter will be discussed with government officers first,” said Siddaramaiah.