India News: Each pillar, costing around Rs 20 lakh, is engraved with 108 names of Lord Shiva. The sandstone used for the pillars has been sourced from Bansi Paharpur in Rajasthan. 

‘Aastha Ke Sthambh’: 84 red sandstone pillars to greet devotees at Maha Kumbh

India news: The term "digital arrest" refers to a type of cybercrime where scammers pretend to be law enforcement officers or government officials. They trick people into thinking they’ve committed a crime or their name is involved in illegal activities.

Don’t get played: Ways to prevent digital arrest scams in India

India news: A 27-year-old woman approached the Hudkeshwar police to report that the psychologist was blackmailing her with explicit photographs from her time at his institution.

India: Psychologist in Nagpur arrested for rape of 50 girls over 15 years under the pretense of counseling

Trending | World: The 35-year-old shares life tips on his Instagram and YouTube channel, "Consciously Ash," focusing on breathwork, meditation, fitness, and healthy living.

OnlyFans to monkhood: Ash Edelman’s inspiring journey from stripper to spirituality

India News: To make the country’s financial defences strong, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has instructed all banks to join this initiative. 

India fights cyber crime:  Suspect registry prevents $208 million in online fraud in 90 days

India news | Trending: The event is celebrated on the third day of the Pongal festival, called "Mattu Pongal, where you can witness the bravery of bulls and participants.

India': Jallikattu kicks off in Tamil Nadu amid row over risks, animal welfare. What is the issue?

Good morning! Start your day with WION's morning news brief. 

Morning news brief: South Korea's Yoon arrested; India's home ministry okays ED to prosecute Kejriwal, and more

India news | Trending: The 77th Army Day celebration has the theme “Samarth Bharat, Saksham Sena,” which translates to "Strong India, Capable Army" 

Indian Army Day 2025: Pune hosts parade for the first time with the theme 'Samarth Bharat, Saksham Sena'

World | Trending: The vine mealybug, scientifically known as Planococcus ficus, spreads the Leafroll 3 virus, which weakens vines and reduces the crop yield.

Canine heroes: How dogs are protecting world's vineyards from threats

India news | Trending: The neighbours saw smoke coming and broke the door to find the two men unconscious. Doctors declared them dead on arrival. 

India 'chhole' deaths: 2 men leave chikpea stove on overnight, suffocate in smoke

India news | Trending: As per our Indian tradition, in Kashi Vishwanath, no other Hindu can touch the Shivling. That's why she was made to see the Shivling from outside," Kailashanand Giri said.

Kumbh 2025: Steve Jobs's wife Laurene Powell prays at Kashi Vishwanath

Trending | India News: "They collected 10-15% of the loan amount upfront as fees, but the promised loans never materialised," said DCP (Noida) Ram Badan Singh.

Indian police bust $0.7 million fake call centre scam in UP's Noida

Trending | India News:  It is the time to pray to Sun God Surya and thank Him for the harvest of the crop that is endowed during winter. It's going to focus on charity, kindness, and devotion.

Celebrate Makar Sankranti 2025 with rituals, sweets and lots of joy

Trending | India News: The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 returns to Prayagraj after 12 years, celebrating spirituality, mythology, and culture at the Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers meet. The 44-day event will take place from January 13 to February 26. 

Maha Kumbh Mela: What’s new this year?

India News | Trending: 'I am human, who can make mistakes, but I will never do anything wrong with bad intentions.' Modi said in the podcast. 

'A completely new world...,' Indian PM Modi makes his podcast debut

Trending | India News: Previously, two schools in Rohini and Paschim Vihar were targeted by threatening emails, allegedly sent by students. 

India: Police arrest class 12 student over Delhi school bomb scares

India news | Trending: DGP Shatrujeet Kapur stated that the police collaborated with major banks, resulting in 15 nodal officers from 10 banks joining forces

This state in India has saved $31.2 million from cyber criminals

World: Orban stated, “I read all kinds of nonsense being spouted. That is the way it is. But nothing else has happened; I am as healthy as a horse. Do not get your hopes up.” 

Hungary PM Orban takes break in India amid health speculations

World | Trending: The country’s once-thriving economy has shrunk in recent months, with major companies such as Volkswagen announcing job cuts for the first time in history.

World’s sick leave champion nation’s economic woes intensify

World: What she 'stole' from us drastically impacted our planning," said the victim. Victim explained that he and his fiancée had to cancel their wedding and start saving again. 

Indian origin woman arrested for scamming couples in South Africa. Here's what she did

India News: The city tops in job opportunities, infrastructure, and caregiving support, making it the top choice for women in India due to its strong job market.

Best Indian city for working women is...

SCIENCE & TECH : While the footage amazed many, some questioned its authenticity. The intense colours and static appearance raised suspicions of AI-generated imagery.

NASA’s Don Pettit’s stunning aurora video sparks authenticity debate

Science Tech: This "kiss-and-capture" event offers a new understanding of how moons are captured and helps scientists learn more about how planetary bodies form. 

How Pluto got its moon: The ‘Kiss-and-Capture’ theory

World | Trending: His career took a fun twist when he became an action hero in Marvel’s Civil War II: Choosing Sides. He appeared on the cover in a vest with a maple leaf. 

When Justin Trudeau played action hero for Marvel Comics

SCIENCE & TECH | India News: V Narayanan is a scientist with nearly four decades of experience. He joined ISRO in 1984 and has worked in various important roles during his career.

Dr V Narayanan: The rocket scientist who will now lead ISRO

India News | Trending: Hotels in the city have been asked by OYO not to allow unmarried couples to book accommodation for conformity with local societal norms and sensitivities.

India: OYO Rooms change rules, unmarried couples in this city can't...

World | Science & Tech: An appeal was made on X to Musk by a Pakistani user who expressed her hope about how Starlink could transform Pakistan’s digital landscape. 

Musk replies to Starlink appeal from Pakistan user: ‘Waiting for approval’

India news; Trending: Dr Rakshit Tandon, a cyber expert, has alerted followers to online threats ahead of the Mela, urging them to be cautious while booking tickets online. 

Mahakumbh:  Cyber expert advises caution with online bookings

Trending | World: A senior police officer who wished to remain anonymous said that a Starlink device appeared to have been smuggled from the state of Myanmar.

India: Starlink devices allegedly smuggled into Manipur amid internet ban

Trending | World: FIP is caused by the feline coronavirus, which infects white blood cells and spreads throughout the cat’s body, causing fatal inflammatory reactions if untreated.

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