1) Modi Netanyahu Hold Strategic Call
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by phone with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday. They exchanged New Year greetings and reviewed the India Israel Strategic Partnership. Both leaders welcomed progress in ties. They discussed security counterterrorism and cooperation. Views were shared on the Middle East and regional peace stability.
2) Washington Pressures Venezuela
The Trump administration told Venezuela’s interim leader Delcy Rodríguez it wants an exclusive partnership on oil production with US companies and priority for American buyers. It has also urged Caracas to cut ties with China Russia Iran and Cuba. The moves follow the US capture of Nicolás Maduro and heightening tensions.
3) BJP Congress Shock Alliance
BJP and Congress joined hands in the Ambernath Municipal Council to oust the Shiv Sena faction of Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The alliance with Ajit Pawar NCP secured 32 members. BJP Tejashree Karanjule became mayor. Shiv Sena slammed the move as betrayal. Analysts see pragmatic local politics in Maharashtra today.
4) Katrina And Vicky Reveal Baby Name
Katrina Kaif shared the first picture of her baby and announced the name Vihaan Kaushal. She called him her ray of light. Vicky Kaushal shared the post. Fans sent blessings. The couple kept pregnancy private. Married in 2021. Vihaan is their first child. Announcement went viral across entertainment platforms worldwide.
5) Suryavanshi Stuns Again
Fourteen year old Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed a rapid century in the third Youth ODI against South Africa. Captaining India Under 19 he reached hundred in 63 balls. He shared a 227 run opening stand. Suryavanshi scored 127 and strengthened Indias series dominance. His form continues to excite fans worldwide today.