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Javelin star Neeraj Chopra, India’s Olympic gold medalist, surprised fans by marrying tennis player Himani Mor in an intimate ceremony. Chopra, 27, shared the news on social media, expressing gratitude for the new chapter in his life. Himani, 25, from Sonipat, Haryana, is pursuing a Master's in Sports Management in the U.S. and has a successful tennis career, including a gold medal in the 2016 World Junior Tennis Championship. The couple has already left for their honeymoon, with details of the ceremony and their destination kept private.

On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. at 12:00 noon. The inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, marking the first time a U.S. president will take the oath on this federal holiday. The event will include a presidential swearing-in, inaugural speeches, a parade along Pennsylvania Avenue, and multiple inaugural balls. Key pre-inauguration events on January 18-19 include a reception, rallies, and ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery. The inaugural celebrations conclude with a National Prayer Service on January 21. The event will be broadcast live on major news channels and streaming platforms.

In preparation for the Mahakumbh Mela and other significant events, Prayagraj authorities have imposed prohibitory orders from January 16 to February 28, 2025, to maintain public safety and order. The measures include restrictions on public gatherings, drone usage, carrying weapons, and spreading provocative content. These steps aim to ensure a peaceful atmosphere during major religious festivals and competitive exams, with key events such as Mauni Amavasya, Basant Panchami, and Maha Shivaratri drawing large crowds. The public is urged to follow official instructions and stay informed through local channels.

Several political leaders expressed shock and concern over the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan at his Mumbai home on Thursday. The 54-year-old actor was injured after an intruder attacked him with a knife. Politicians from Mamata Banerjee to Arvind Kejriwal wished Saif a speedy recovery. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized the state’s law and order, while BJP MPs Ravi Kishan and Manoj Tiwari also expressed concern, calling for increased security for public figures. The police have identified the attacker and are working to apprehend him.

The Maha Kumbh Mela, a rare event celebrated once every 144 years, is set to take place in Prayagraj from January 13 to February 26, 2025. As millions of devotees prepare to gather, the event holds immense spiritual significance, rooted in the belief that the Kumbh Mela washes away sins and offers salvation. The locations for this grand event are determined by astrological alignments, with Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik hosting the festival in rotation based on the positions of Jupiter, the Sun, and the Moon. The Maha Kumbh Mela is particularly significant, as it occurs only once in a lifetime, adding to its rarity and importance for pilgrims worldwide.