In a major operation, 14 Maoists, including top leader Pratap Reddy, were killed in Chhattisgarh. The operation was a joint effort by Chhattisgarh Police, Odisha Police, and the CRPF. Reddy had a Rs 1 crore bounty on his head. Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the forces for their success, stating that Naxalism is "breathing its last." The operation began on January 19, with security forces recovering firearms, ammunition, and IEDs. Shah emphasized that this operation is a big step towards a Naxal-free India. The search operation continues in the region.

At least 14 Maoists, including two women, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Gariaband district near the Odisha border. The operation began on January 19 based on intelligence about Maoist presence in the Kularighat reserve forest. A Maoist with a ₹1 crore bounty was among the dead. The joint operation involved the DRG, CRPF, CoBRA, and Odisha’s SOG. Security forces recovered firearms, ammunition, and IEDs from the site. The government has vowed to end Naxalism by 2026. The crackdown follows recent Maoist attacks that killed several security personnel in the region.

The Supreme Court ruled that the four-year-old son of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who died by suicide in December, will stay with his mother, Nikita Singhania. The decision came after the court spoke to the child via video link. Subhash's mother, Anju Devi, had sought custody, claiming the boy's whereabouts were hidden after Subhash's death. However, the court noted the child had spent little time with his grandmother. Subhash had accused his wife and in-laws of harassment in a suicide note, sparking debate on misuse of protective laws. The mother will now move the child to Bengaluru as per court orders.

Actor Jackie Shroff lost his temper with paparazzi while addressing the recent knife attack on Saif Ali Khan. He called the incident "very unfortunate" and urged people to be careful, saying, "Everyone should take care of their own and their family's security." However, when photographers interrupted him with loud calls, he snapped, saying, "Baat kar rela bawa" (I am talking). Jackie quickly regained composure and continued his remarks. Saif, who was stabbed at his home during an attempted theft, is recovering at Lilavati Hospital. Kareena Kapoor has urged the media to respect their privacy during this difficult time.

A special CBI court in Kolkata sentenced Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment until death and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 for the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Hospital in 2024. The court remarked that the case did not meet the criteria for being the "rarest of rare" and delivered its judgment accordingly. Roy, convicted of heinous crimes against the young woman, was held accountable for his actions. The ruling emphasizes the commitment to justice while addressing the severity of the crime.

Sanjay Roy, convicted for the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College, was sentenced to life imprisonment by Sealdah court on January 20, 2025. Roy, a former civic volunteer with Kolkata Police, was found guilty under Sections 64, 66, and 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The victim's family had sought the death penalty, expressing dissatisfaction with the investigation, while Roy’s lawyer argued for reform and rehabilitation. The body of the doctor was discovered on August 9, 2024, sparking national protests.

Investigations into the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan revealed that his assailant, Shehzad Mohammad Rohilla Amin Fakir, had previously been involved in a diamond ring theft at a Mumbai pub. Shehzad, a Bangladeshi national, was arrested on January 20 and remanded in police custody. He had stolen the ring in August 2024, leading to his dismissal from the pub. During the attack on January 16, Shehzad broke into Khan's apartment with theft intentions but ended up stabbing the actor multiple times. Saif Ali Khan is recovering after surgery following the attack.

Kolkata rape-murder convict Sanjay Roy pleaded his innocence in court ahead of sentencing on Monday. When asked about the quantum of punishment, Roy claimed, “I have been framed without reason. They forced me to sign many papers and didn’t let me speak.” He further stated that his Rudraksha chain, a constant on him, would have broken during the crime if he were guilty. Roy maintained his earlier stance, insisting he was denied a fair chance to present his case. The court is yet to announce the punishment.

The Sealdah court in Kolkata will announce the sentence for Sanjay Roy, convicted of raping and murdering a 31-year-old duty doctor at RG Kar Medical College in August 2024. Convicted under Sections 64, 66, and 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Roy faces a possible death penalty or life imprisonment. Amid tight security with 500 policemen deployed, Roy was brought to court on Monday morning. West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee refrained from commenting but reiterated her earlier demand for the death penalty. Roy claims innocence, citing his Rudraksh garland as a symbolic defense, which the court will address before sentencing.

Mumbai Police arrested Shariful Islam, a Bangladeshi national, after a 72-hour operation involving 300 officers and 600 CCTV scans. Islam, using the alias Bijoy Das, had attacked actor Saif Ali Khan during a burglary attempt on January 16. He was traced to a Thane location after a key UPI payment for food linked him to a local vendor. The attacker, who had entered India illegally, had previously scouted Shah Rukh Khan’s home for a robbery. Police suspect an international conspiracy. After his arrest, a court remanded him in five-day police custody for further investigation.