Mumbai’s mayoral election date is set for January 29 or 30, following a lottery on January 22 to determine the category. Discussions on power-sharing within the BMC are expected to continue throughout the month. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis is in Davos for the World Economic Forum, focusing on attracting investments and boosting Maharashtra’s economy.

Himalayan forests are experiencing an unprecedented winter fire season, breaking decades of predictable patterns. Uttarakhand has recorded the highest number of fire alerts nationwide since November 1, with December emerging as a particularly active month. Scientists attribute this alarming trend to climate variability intensifying natural fire cycles, indicating a significant ecological shift.

The blast caused noticeable tremors in the area and sent large plumes of smoke into the sky. 

​The blast caused noticeable tremors in the area and sent large plumes of smoke into the sky.