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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani wrote a letter to jailed activist Umar Khalid. (File)
In today’s News18 evening digest, we bring to you the latest on India’s sharp response to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s letter to jailed activist Umar Khalid; India on Friday highlighted a “disturbing pattern” of recurring attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, and other top news.
‘Better To Focus On Own Responsibilities’: India To Zohran Mamdani Over Umar Khalid Remarks
In a sharp response to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s letter to jailed activist Umar Khalid, India on Friday stated that public representatives are expected to respect the independence of the judiciary in other democracies. Read more
‘Rs 20 Crore Travelled From Kolkata To Goa’: How Coal Scam Trail Led ED To I-PAC | Exclusive
The Enforcement Directorate raided political consultancy I-PAC as their investigation showed that the firm utilised at least Rs 20 crore generated from the coal scam for the Goa elections, according to exclusive details accessed by CNN-News18. Read more
‘Not Accurate’: MEA Rebuts US Commerce Secy’s Remarks, Says India And US Committed To Trade Deal
India rejected remarks by the US Commerce Secretary suggesting that a bilateral trade agreement failed to materialise because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not personally call US President Donald Trump, saying the characterisation of the negotiations was “not accurate”. Read more
India Flags ‘Disturbing Pattern’ Of Attacks On Bangladeshi Hindus; UK’s Priti Patel Expresses Alarm
India on Friday highlighted a “disturbing pattern” of recurring attacks on minorities in Bangladesh, and stressed that such communal incidents should be dealt with swiftly and firmly. Amid continuing attacks against Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “We continue to witness a disturbing pattern of recurring attacks on minorities as well as their homes and businesses by extremists. Such communal incidents need to be dealt with swiftly and firmly.” Read more
Madras HC Stays Single Judge Order Directing CBFC To Clear Vijay’s ‘Jana Nayagan’
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) challenged the Madras High Court order that directed it to issue a UA certificate to Vijay’s Jana Nayagan. The board also sought an urgent hearing and requested that a revising committee review the film. Read more
Sabarimala Chief Priest Arrested Over Gold Theft Case
The chief priest (Tantri) of the Sabarimala Temple, Kandararu Rajeevaru, has been taken into custody by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) for questioning in connection with a case involving the theft of gold from the temple. This action was taken during an investigation into the disappearance of valuable gold ornaments from the temple campus. Read more
Ahead of Dharmendra’s passing last year, Jaideep Ahlawat had the opportunity to work with the legendary actor in Ikkis. The film marked Dharmendra’s last appearance on screen and will remain special because of this. Now, in a recent chat, Jaideep Ahlawat opened up about what it was like to shoot with Dharmendra. Read more
India have been hit by a major injury concern less than a month before they start their ICC T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against the USA in Mumbai. Middle-order batter Tilak Varma underwent surgery earlier this week for a groin issue which has put him out of action for the time being. He has been ruled out from the first three T20Is of a bilateral series at home against New Zealand that starts later this month.
January 09, 2026, 19:00 IST
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