Saif Ali Khan met and hugged Bhajan Singh Rana, the auto driver who rushed him to the hospital after a knife attack on January 16. The actor, who was stabbed six times during a burglary attempt at his Bandra home, thanked Rana for his swift action. Saif’s mother, Sharmila Tagore, also blessed the driver for his help. Rana recalled the night of the attack, describing how Saif walked into the vehicle and asked how long the journey would take. The driver did not charge Saif any fare and expressed gratitude for being able to assist the actor during his time of need.

Storm Eowyn is set to impact the UK and Ireland, with strong winds and widespread disruption expected on Friday, January 24. The Met Office has issued an amber warning for parts of the UK, with gusts of up to 80-90 mph along exposed coasts and hills. In Ireland, a rare red warning has been issued, forecasting destructive gusts up to 130 km/h. The storm is expected to bring power outages, fallen trees, and travel disruptions. The worst of the weather will be felt from Thursday night, continuing into Friday afternoon. The storm will impact northern England, Scotland, and Ireland.

Coldplay’s Chris Martin paused their Mumbai concert on January 21 to read a humorous “letter from Jasprit Bumrah’s lawyers.” The letter jokingly warned Coldplay against mentioning the Indian cricketer without permission. Martin entertained fans further by calling Bumrah the "greatest bowler in the world" and playing a clip of Bumrah dismissing England during the 2024 series. Bumrah reacted on social media, calling the moment "incredible." The band’s Music of the Spheres tour saw celebrity attendees like Suhana Khan and Shreya Ghoshal. Coldplay’s India leg concludes with two Ahmedabad performances, including a live-streamed show on January 26.

Sheikh Muhammad Ali Hammadi, a senior Hezbollah commander on the FBI's most-wanted list, was shot dead outside his home in eastern Lebanon on Tuesday night. Unidentified assailants fired six shots, killing Hammadi instantly. Local reports suggest the murder stemmed from a years-long family feud, ruling out political motives. Hammadi was notorious for his role in the 1985 hijacking of a West German plane and the killing of an American passenger. The incident coincides with an ongoing Israel-Lebanon ceasefire. Last year, several Hezbollah leaders were eliminated by Israeli forces, escalating tensions before the truce.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has captured satellite images of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. Using advanced radarsat technology, the National Remote Sensing Center showcased a massive temporary infrastructure, including 1,50,000 tents, 3,000 kitchens, and extensive pontoon bridges. Time-series images reveal the transformation of the region from April 2024 to January 2025. The Uttar Pradesh administration uses these visuals to manage disaster preparedness and crowd control for the 40 crore expected visitors. Union Minister Jitendra Singh praised the integration of technology and tradition to ensure safety and sustainability at the world’s largest religious gathering.

President Donald Trump signed an executive order ending all Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives across federal agencies, deeming them "immoral and wasteful." Effective immediately, diversity staff are placed on paid leave, with agencies instructed to dismantle DEIA programs and cancel related trainings by 17:00 EST Wednesday. Trump stated these policies violate civil rights laws and undermine national unity. The order also calls for a report within 120 days to discourage DEIA practices in the private sector. Companies like Walmart and Meta have scaled back similar programs, while others like Apple continue to defend theirs.

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) opposed West Bengal's appeal in the Calcutta High Court against the life imprisonment of Sanjay Roy, convicted for raping and murdering a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar hospital. The CBI argued that only the prosecuting agency could challenge the sentence's adequacy, not the state government. The Advocate General countered, asserting state jurisdiction as the initial FIR was filed by state police. A division bench, led by Justices Debangshu Basak and Md Shabbar Rashidi, will hear further arguments on January 27. The case had triggered national protests demanding justice for the victim.

In Manipur, the Janata Dal (United) withdrew support from the BJP-led government as its lone MLA, Md. Abdul Nasir, moved to the Opposition benches. This follows the defection of 5 out of 6 JDU MLAs to the BJP after the 2022 state elections. While this shift won't affect the BJP's majority, it signals political discord as Nitish Kumar's JDU plays a key role in the INDIA bloc. Ksh Biren Singh, JDU’s state leader, confirmed the move through a letter to Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla. BJP currently holds 37 seats in the 60-member Assembly, supported by allies and Independents.

Shariful Fakir, the Bangladeshi national accused of stabbing Saif Ali Khan, was arrested before he could flee to Bangladesh. After attacking the Bollywood actor during a robbery attempt, Fakir planned to travel to Howrah, West Bengal, and then cross the border. However, his plans were thwarted due to the unavailability of tickets and a swift Mumbai Police operation. Fakir was apprehended in Thane, and authorities are interrogating travel agents involved in his escape attempt. Saif, who underwent surgery, is recovering at home with enhanced security measures.

Billionaire Gautam Adani is hosting a grand wedding for his youngest son, Jeet Adani, on 7 February. Jeet will marry Diva Jaimin Shah, the daughter of diamond trader Jaimin Shah. The wedding will feature global chefs and luxury cars for over 1,000 guests. Rumours suggest performances by Travis Scott and Honey Singh, with celebrity attendees like Kylie Jenner and Kendall Jenner. Reports also hint at a massive rangoli made by thousands of artists. Gautam Adani, however, says the wedding will be “simple” and traditional. The celebrations come after last year’s lavish Ambani wedding, estimated to have cost over $300 million.