Supreme Court denied bail to student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots case, deeming their roles distinct from five others granted relief. Families expressed deep disappointment and a sense of injustice, highlighting years of incarceration without trial. While relieved for the other accused, they lamented the continued struggle for their loved ones’ freedom.

The PDA Panchang was released by Samajwadi Party national president Akhilesh Yadav at the start of the new year.

The IMD says the cold spell will continue across Karnataka, with Bengaluru likely to feel the chill well into the coming weeks. Warmer conditions are expected only from February.