Coldplay fever has gripped India as the band will perform in Mumbai on January 18, 19 and 21.

Coldplay set to thrill fans again in Mumbai

A thick layer of fog descended over Delhi early on Saturday (January 18) morning, plunging visibility to zero in several parts of the national capital. Watch this report for more details!

Frigid winds intensify cold wave in Delhi

India is actively working to attract mobility sector investments, especially in electric vehicles, as part of its strategy to become a global hub for the industry.

India’s push for EV investment gains momentum

As the countdown to February 1 begins, all eyes are on Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, who will present the Union Budget 2025.  
Indian markets are especially on the edge, given the direct impact on market sentiments.
Our next report looks at how this budget will play a pivotal role in boosting investor confidence.

Indian markets await budget 2025 for economic direction

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There had been reports suggesting that the key suspect in the brutal stabbing of the Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan had been arrested, but the police have now confirmed that no one has been detained in connection with the incident as of now.

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Prayagraj has come alive as the Maha Kumbh Mela kickstarts. From a record number of devotees on 'Amrit Snan' to an expected 400 million people who will attend  the event in next few weeks, we take you inside the biggest religious gathering -Maha Kumbh 2025.

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Temperatures have risen between India and Bangladesh again, this time over India laying down fencing along sections of India's border with Bangladesh. Bangladesh says fencing violates the spirit of friendship. India has raised concerns over smuggling and infiltration. Inside South Asia analyses the issue.

India-Bangladesh border row

Months after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/rg-kar-hospital" rel="dofollow">RG Kar</a> case, which triggered widespread outrage across India, a Sealdah court will deliver its verdict on Saturday (Jan 18), on the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata last year.
Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on.&nbsp;
The 31-year-old trainee medic was raped and murdered in the capital city of the eastern Indian state of West Bengal in August last year, which triggered massive movements and protests across the country.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/a-big-conspiracy-report-finds-no-evidence-of-struggle-resistance-at-kolkata-rg-kar-rape-scene-786381" rel="dofollow">&lsquo;A big conspiracy?&rsquo; Report finds no evidence of &lsquo;struggle, resistance&rsquo; at Kolkata RG Kar rape scene</a>
The body of the deceased doctor was found inside the seminar hall on August 9. The CBI then filed a chargesheet against the prime accused, Sanjay Roy. Roy was identified as a civic volunteer linked to the Kolkata Police.
<h2>'Will not beg'</h2>
&ldquo;Sanjay Roy is a criminal. He will be punished, and whatever the court feels, that punishment will be given to him. We have gone to the High Court and Supreme Court for justice," the victim&rsquo;s father told The Indian Express, adding, that he is ready to wait for five years more, but &ldquo;will not beg".
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/months-after-rg-kar-horror-junior-doctor-raped-by-colleague-in-indias-madhya-pradesh-8598561" rel="dofollow"> Months after RG Kar horror, junior doctor raped by colleague in India's Madhya Pradesh</a>
Further, the father of the victim said that he would "snatch" justice if necessary.&nbsp;
He added that for five months, there has been no proper investigation. "The investigation was only for the first three days and then nothing happened. We had never asked for a CBI investigation, but the court had ordered a CBI probe," he said.
The victim&rsquo;s mother said there was enough evidence to prove Roy guilty, but claimed the investigation was half-done as other suspects allegedly involved were roaming freely.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kolkata-doctor-rape-murder-50-senior-doctors-at-rg-kar-resign-in-support-of-protesting-colleagues-765597" rel="dofollow">Kolkata doctor rape-murder: 50 senior doctors at RG Kar resign in support of protesting colleagues</a>
&ldquo;Sanjay (Roy) is guilty, and tomorrow&rsquo;s verdict will be against him. But what about other criminals who are still not caught? I can see them roaming freely. I have seen them loitering in the hospital. So, the investigation is half-done," she told Indian news agency PTI.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news: Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on. 

Months after the RG Kar case, which triggered widespread outrage across India, a Sealdah court will deliver its verdict on Saturday (Jan 18), on the rape and murder case of a trainee doctor in Kolkata last year. Ahead of the verdict, the father of the victim said he was ready to wait for five more years for justice, further vowing to keep his fight on. The 31-year-old trainee medic was raped and murdered in the capital city of the eastern Indian state of West Bengal in August last year, which triggered massive movements and protests across the country. Also read: ‘A big conspiracy?’ Report finds no evidence of ‘struggle, resistance’ at Kolkata RG Kar rape scene The body of the deceased doctor was found inside the seminar hall on August 9. The CBI then filed a chargesheet against the prime accused, Sanjay Roy. Roy was identified as a civic volunteer linked to the Kolkata Police. 'Will not beg' “Sanjay Roy is a criminal. He will be punished, and whatever the court feels, that punishment will be given to him. We have gone to the High Court and Supreme Court for justice," the victim’s father told The Indian Express, adding, that he is ready to wait for five years more, but “will not beg". Also read: Months after RG Kar horror, junior doctor raped by colleague in India's Madhya Pradesh Further, the father of the victim said that he would "snatch" justice if necessary. He added that for five months, there has been no proper investigation. "The investigation was only for the first three days and then nothing happened. We had never asked for a CBI investigation, but the court had ordered a CBI probe," he said. The victim’s mother said there was enough evidence to prove Roy guilty, but claimed the investigation was half-done as other suspects allegedly involved were roaming freely. Also read: Kolkata doctor rape-murder: 50 senior doctors at RG Kar resign in support of protesting colleagues “Sanjay (Roy) is guilty, and tomorrow’s verdict will be against him. But what about other criminals who are still not caught? I can see them roaming freely. I have seen them loitering in the hospital. So, the investigation is half-done," she told Indian news agency PTI. (With inputs from agencies)

'Snatch justice if necessary': Father of RG Kar victim says 'will not beg', ahead of final verdict

Indian media cites police sources, Shah Rukh Khan was also a possible target. Police suspect intruder tried entering Shah Rukh Khan’s house but failed due to security. Reports claim CCTV footage reveals attacker did a reiki of SRK’s Mannat on January 14. Suspect observed the premises by placing an iron ladder at a retreat house adjacent to Mannat. Watch to know more!

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday approved setting up the 8th Pay Commission to revise salaries of nearly 50 lakh central government employees and allowances of 65 lakh pensioners. Watch this report for more details!

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Severe fog conditions have disrupted air travel across the Delhi NCR region. Over 100 flights have been delayed and 10 cancelled. The dense fog reduced visibility to zero in several areas, severely affecting operations.

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Startups are in the spotlight as the Union Budget 2025 draws closer. From Ease of Doing Business to focus on advanced tech, here's what Indian startups expect from the Modi 3.0 administration. Take a look...

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Indian Union Cabinet approved the establishment of a third launch pad on Thursday at Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)'s Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Andhra Pradesh's Sriharikota. Watch this report for more details!

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During the morning hours of Thursday, January 16, the Indian space agency succeeded in mechanically attaching (docking) two satellites flying at velocities over 28,000kmph, almost 470kms above Earth. India became the fourth nation - and the fifth space agency when we factor in European Space Agency - to achieve such space docking.

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The outgoing US ambassador to India Eric Garcetti has expressed confidence on growing India US ties, & that American side is committed to GE deal. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibbal, on extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the Pakistani-origin Canadian businessman involved in 26/11 terror attack, Garcetti said, "we will see justice serviced". He spoke on India importing Russian energy, Bangladesh, his legacy. On his legacy he said,'I have been working hard to the very end' pointing, visa wait time has reduced. Watch in for more insights!

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Hindenburg Research, the firm known for its high-profile report on Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, announced its closure on Thursday. The company gained global attention after its 2023 investigations into the Adani Group led to a $150 billion selloff in the conglomerate’s shares. The impact of Hindenburg’s report wiped billions off Adani’s wealth, leading to a wave of financial scrutiny, though Adani and his companies have consistently denied the allegations.

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Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan is out of danger and doctors at Lilavati Hospital kept a close monitor on his health after he was stabbed six times by a burglar. Watch in for more details!

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The India Meteorological Department, in its latest weather forecast, predicted a wet spell over northwest and adjoining central India on January 16, due to the influence of a western disturbance. The IMD has also indicated that cold day conditions are very likely in isolated pockets of Himachal Pradesh on January 16, with temperatures dropping significantly. Watch in for more details!

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The United States on Wednesday removed three major Indian organisations from its restricted list as part of its efforts to enhance civil nuclear cooperation between India’s top nuclear institutions and American companies.

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The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, one of the world's largest religious gatherings, commenced on January 13, 2025, in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, and will continue until February 26, 2025. Watch in for more details!

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The Indian Navy has boosted its capabilities by commissioning three advanced naval vessels: INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vagsheer, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. These state-of-the-art ships enhance India’s defence capabilities and mark a significant milestone for the Navy.

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Moscow has called for adding India to the Quad grouping on Afghanistan which currently has China, Pakistan, Iran and Russia. Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov said on Tuesday (Jan 14) at a briefing: "It is more important to strengthen trust within the SCO [Shanghai Cooperation Organisation], within the format that is currently working on Afghanistan (Russia, China, Pakistan, Iran). We are confident that the inclusion of India would be the right step."

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