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  Abhishek Sharma stars as India wins the first T20 by 48 runs Live Cricket News | Updated: January 2026 India opened their T20 series against New Zealand emphatically on Monday, crushing the visitors by 48 runs in the first T20 in Nagpur , riding on a blistering all-round performance led by Abhishek Sharma . Put in to bat, India posted a commanding total before their bowlers delivered a disciplined effort under lights, leaving New Zealand with too much to do in the chase. Abhishek Sharma Sets the Tone Abhishek Sharma emerged as the standout performer, dominating the New Zealand bowling attack with an aggressive knock that set the tempo for India’s innings. Mixing clean hitting with smart shot selection, he ensured India made full use of the powerplay and maintained momentum through the middle overs. Support came from the middle order, which chipped in with timely boundaries to push India to a challenging total on a pitch that offered true bounce. Bowlers Seal the Deal Defe...

  Includes terrorist encounters and local political rows Live News | Updated: January 2026 A mix of religious event-related controversy at the Magh Mela and fresh security clashes in Jammu and Kashmir dominated national headlines on Monday, underlining the complex intersection of faith, politics and security challenges across the country. While authorities in Uttar Pradesh moved to contain a growing political row linked to the Magh Mela arrangements, security forces in J&K remained on high alert following a terrorist encounter and subsequent local tensions , officials said. Magh Mela Row Escalates The annual Magh Mela , which draws lakhs of pilgrims, found itself at the centre of controversy after opposition leaders raised concerns over crowd management, facilities and alleged politicisation of religious events. State government officials dismissed the allegations, asserting that security, sanitation and medical arrangements were in place and that efforts were being mad...

  Influencer detained in a controversial sexual harassment claim case Live News | Updated: January 2026 In a case that has triggered widespread debate on social media accountability, online harassment, and due process , Kerala Police have arrested a woman influencer in connection with the suicide of a man allegedly targeted through viral harassment accusations . The arrest follows days of public outrage and online scrutiny after the deceased’s family claimed that sustained digital harassment and public allegations had pushed him into severe mental distress. What the Case Is About According to investigators, the accused woman had posted multiple social media videos and statements accusing the man of sexual harassment , which quickly went viral across platforms. Police allege that the content led to intense online abuse against the man, impacting his mental health. The man was later found dead, with police confirming that suicide notes and digital evidence are being examined as pa...

  New leadership takes charge in the BJP, aiming to energize the party base Live News | Updated: January 19, 2026 In a major organisational development, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday elected Nitin Nabin as its youngest-ever national president , with the senior party leader being chosen unopposed , signalling a clear consensus within the party’s top ranks. The decision marks a generational shift in the BJP’s leadership structure and comes at a time when the ruling party is looking to re-energise its cadre, strengthen grassroots outreach, and sharpen its political strategy ahead of upcoming electoral challenges . Who Is Nitin Nabin? Nitin Nabin , known for his organisational skills and close coordination with party workers, has steadily risen through the BJP ranks. Party insiders describe him as a disciplined strategist with strong grassroots connections , making his elevation a calculated move to inject youthful energy into the party’s national leadership. His unoppo...

EAM S. Jaishankar stresses counter-terror focus during high-level talks Live News | Updated: January 19, 2026 India on Monday delivered a firm and unambiguous message to Poland, urging Warsaw to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism and cautioning against strengthening ties with Pakistan without addressing New Delhi’s long-standing concerns over cross-border terror. The message was conveyed by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during discussions with senior Polish leadership, marking a significant moment in India’s diplomatic outreach to Europe amid evolving global security challenges. Jaishankar’s Clear Message on Terrorism According to official sources, Jaishankar underlined that terrorism cannot be selectively condemned , stressing that nations engaging with Pakistan must also acknowledge and act against terror networks operating from its soil. “ Counter-terrorism cannot be an issue of convenience. There must be zero tolerance,” the External Affairs Minister...

  US President Donald Trump asks India to be part of a proposed global peace board. Live News | Updated: January 19, 2026 In a move with far‑reaching diplomatic implications, US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to India to join a proposed international platform named the ‘Board of Peace’ , a new global initiative aimed at peace-building, conflict resolution and post‑war reconstruction, with Gaza expected to be its first focus area. The development places India among a select group of nations being considered for a strategic role in shaping a new international peace framework. 🕊️ What Is the ‘Board of Peace’? According to sources familiar with the proposal, the Board of Peace is envisioned as a multinational body that would coordinate ceasefire monitoring, reconstruction funding, and long‑term governance planning in conflict‑affected regions. The initiative is part of a broader US-backed roadmap for stabilising Gaza following months of conflict. President Trum...