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Mumbai booked their Ranji Trophy knockout berth after a dominant nine-wicket win over Hyderabad that also delivered a valuable bonus point, reinforcing their credentials as a strong contender as the domestic season moves into its decisive phase.
In the first Mann Ki Baat episode of 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tied National Voters’ Day to a wider call for civic participation, urging young Indians to register the moment they turn 18 and to treat voting as an everyday responsibility—not a one-day ritual.
A 25-year-old Hindu man in Bangladesh was killed in a fire while asleep, with his body reportedly charred beyond recognition. The incident has triggered fresh concern and a police investigation into how the blaze started and whether foul play was involved.
The Rashtriya Janata Dal has formally elevated Tejashwi Yadav as its national working president at a key party meeting in Patna, a move seen as an organisational reset and a clearer succession signal under party chief Lalu Prasad Yadav.
Pine Labs’ fintech infrastructure unit Setu has received Reserve Bank of India approval to acquire 100% of account aggregator Agya Technologies, strengthening its play in regulated data-sharing as lenders and financial platforms push for faster, consent-based underwriting.
Mumbai qualified for the Ranji Trophy knockouts after beating Hyderabad by nine wickets in a Group D match, also earning a bonus point. The result underlined Mumbai’s strong domestic season as they moved into the tournament’s next phase.
Government data showed GST collections for December 2025 increased 6.1% year-on-year to about ₹1.74 lakh crore, with import-related revenues rising sharply even as domestic growth remained muted. Net GST (after refunds) was reported at about ₹1.45 lakh crore, up 2.2% year-on-year.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi for a multi-day visit focused on strengthening India–EU cooperation. The agenda is expected to include trade progress, defence collaboration and mobility-related arrangements, alongside wider strategic coordination.
Karnataka has expanded its Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka (AB-ArK) scheme to include IVIG therapy for Guillain‑Barré Syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition that can cause severe weakness and paralysis. The move aims to reduce out-of-pocket costs, though doctors note caps may not suit every patient’s dose needs.
The Sanyukt Kisan Morcha has urged farmers to mark Republic Day with a ‘People’s March’, including tractor parades and rallies that avoid disrupting official celebrations. The group says the mobilisation is meant to defend constitutional values such as democracy, secularism and federalism.
Bengaluru-based Sensesemi Technologies has raised ₹25 crore in seed funding to develop edge‑AI semiconductor chips. The round was led by Piper Serica with participation from several early-stage investors and angels, as the startup targets on-device AI compute and efficiency.
On National Voters’ Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asked eligible young Indians to register as soon as they turn 18, calling voting a key duty that strengthens democracy. The message, delivered on January 25, 2026, also framed the voter as a central force in shaping India’s future.