Search operations are underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch following a suspected terrorist attack on an Army vehicle, with soldiers retaliating. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. This incident comes weeks after a deadly ambush on two Army vehicles in Poonch, resulting in four soldiers losing their lives on December 21. The People's Anti-Fascist Front (PAFF) claimed responsibility for the December attack, showcasing the use of sophisticated US-made M4 carbine assault rifles. Heightened security measures persist in the region as authorities respond to the latest threat.

Ahead of Ayodhya's Ram Mandir 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony, BJP stalwart LK Advani, often referring to himself as the charioteer, expressed that the temple's inauguration fulfills a divine dream. The sentiment is part of Advani's forthcoming article, "Construction of Ram Mandir – Fulfillment of a Divine Dream," slated for publication in Hindi literature magazine Rashtradharma on January 16. The special issue will be distributed during the consecration ceremony. A key figure in the Ram Janmabhoomi Movement, the 96-year-old Advani, affirmed his attendance at the event on January 22, as confirmed by VHP president Alok Kumar. Special arrangements will be made if necessary for the founding BJP member.

Suchana Seth, CEO of an AI start-up, faced arrest for the alleged murder of her 4-year-old son at a Goa service apartment. Police escorted her to the crime scene for reconstruction of the crime after she initially denied involvement. Red stains in the apartment raised alarms, as Seth checked in with her son but left alone. Apprehended in Chitradurga en route to Bengaluru, she carried her son's body in a bag. A handwritten note in the bag revealed her objection to a court order allowing her estranged husband to meet their son. Seth attempted to hide the body, layering it with toys and clothes, later revealed during a police check.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a historic moment today by inaugurating the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu, the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link, costing ₹17,840 crore. Spanning 21.8 kilometers, it connects Sewri in Mumbai to the Nhava Sheva area in Raigad district, reducing travel time from two hours to 15-20 minutes. The bridge, named after former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, incorporates cutting-edge technologies, ensuring minimal impact on the aquatic environment. However, motorbikes, auto rickshaws, tractors, and certain vehicles are restricted. PM Modi's visit includes unveiling projects worth ₹30,500 crore in Maharashtra.

The long-standing mystery surrounding the disappearance of the Indian Air Force's An-32 aircraft in 2016 has finally been unraveled. After seven years of relentless search efforts, the debris was located on the sea bed, approximately 310 kilometers off the Chennai coast. Utilizing advanced technology, including an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle and multi-beam SONAR, the National Institute of Ocean Technology successfully identified the wreckage at a depth of 3,400 meters. The tragic incident, which claimed the lives of 29 individuals, prompted one of India's largest search operations. With the discovery, closure is finally brought to the families of those on board.            

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), revealing the Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewri--Nhava Sheva Atal Setu, poised to become the nation's longest sea bridge. With a construction cost exceeding Rs 17,840 crore, the 21.8 km bridge will soon connect South Mumbai to Navi Mumbai, drastically reducing the current two-hour commute to just 15-20 minutes. During his visit to Maharashtra, PM Modi will also lay the foundation stone for an underground road tunnel and launch the Namo Mahila Shashaktikaran Abhiyaan, contributing to the region's infrastructural advancements. The inauguration aligns with the Prime Minister's vision for enhanced urban transport infrastructure.

In a heartfelt audio message to the nation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep emotions as he embarked on an 11-day religious exercise leading up to the grand consecration ceremony of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya on January 22. Modi, describing it as a first-time experience in his life, conveyed his sense of being chosen by God to represent all Indians during the sacred 'Pran Pratishtha.' Seeking blessings from the people, he acknowledged the difficulty of articulating such profound sentiments. The Prime Minister considers it his good fortune to witness this historic occasion, emphasizing the significance of the upcoming event.

Dense fog enveloped Delhi, causing zero visibility, disrupting 23 trains and delaying flights by up to four hours. The Indira Gandhi International Airport issued advisories, while cold day conditions persisted in North India. The weather office warned of dense to very dense fog in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and parts of Uttar Pradesh till January 16. In addition, the Met department predicted cold day conditions in Uttarakhand, ground frost in Uttarakhand and Rajasthan, and a fresh western disturbance affecting the Western Himalayan Region from January 16. The IMD also anticipated the withdrawal of Northeast Monsoon rains around January 15.

Goa Police uncover a crumpled note, potentially written with eyeliner, in Suchana Seth's bag, shedding light on her frustration in the custody battle for her son. The handwritten tissue paper note, hastily composed, indicates her resistance to the recent court order allowing the father visitation rights. While exact content remains undisclosed, it offers insights into Seth's troubled state of mind. Seth, implicated in her son's murder, checked into a Goa hotel on January 6; the grim discovery unfolded on January 7. Autopsy confirms smothering, and investigations continue into this chilling case.

Maharashtra Police takes legal action against YouTube India after the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) highlights concerns about 'indecent content' involving mothers and sons on the platform. A specific YouTube channel operator faces charges under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO) for posting mother-son 'challenge videos.' NCPCR demands YouTube India's government affairs and public policy head to appear personally on January 15 to address the issue. NCPCR chief Priyank Kanoongo emphasizes the need for corrective measures and potential legal consequences for the offenders.