Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 29, 2025

Hello and welcome to Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma, the only news show with real facts and no noise.

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Can police serve accused notice via WhatsApp, other electronic means? Here's what SC says

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court said police cannot serve notices to accused persons through WhatsApp or other electronic modes under the Criminal Procedure Code or Bhartiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

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Punjab's 'CM Di Yogashala' turns out to be great initiative for youngsters and adults

Chandigarh: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has proved during his tenure so far that he is a great public servant whose aim is to work for the welfare of the people of his state. In the past few years, he has provided many important facilities to the people of Punjab, such as 300 units of free electricity per month or the Aam Aadmi Clinics opened in villages and cities. Apart from this, the 'CM Di Yogashala' initiative is also becoming very popular among the people in the state. It was started to improve the health of the people of Punjab and keep them away from diseases.

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Bhagirath Manjhi, son of 'Mountain Man' Dashrath Manjhi, and Ali Anwar join Congress

Ahead of Bihar Assembly Election 2025, Bhagirath Manjhi, son of Dashrath Manjhi – the ‘Mountain Man’ of Bihar, joined Congress party. Alongside, former Janata Dal (United) MP Ali Anwar also joined the party on Tuesday. In a press conference held today, Congress leaders welcomed Manjhi, Anwar and former AAP leader Nishant Anand in to the party. Anand fought election from Gurugram in Lok Sabha elections 2024, he was also a spokesperson of AAP. 

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PM Modi cites Coldplay tour in push for 'concert economy', says India has massive scope

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the Utkarsh Odisha - Make in Odisha Conclave 2025 at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, highlighted the "fabulous pictures" of the Coldplay concerts organised in Ahmedabad and Mumbai and stated that India has a massive scope for live concerts. He added that he expected the state governments and the private sector to focus on infrastructure and skills to give a boost to the 'concert economy' sector.

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Supreme Court acquits death row convict Chandrabhan Sanap in 2014 Mumbai techie's rape-murder case

The Supreme Court on Tuesday acquitted Chandrabhan Sanap, who had been sentenced to death for the rape and murder of a 23-year-old techie from Mumbai. Sanap had been convicted and sentenced to death by a special women’s court in 2015 for the horrific crime.

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Mahakumbh: Wash all your sins with holy dip at Triveni Sangam on this special day

Kumbh Mela 2025: Taking a dip in the Sangam during the Kumbh Mela is always considered sacred, but taking a bath on Mauni Amavasya holds special significance. Mauni Amavasya, considered one of the most auspicious days during the Kumbh Mela, falls on the new moon day (Amavasya) in the month of Magha according to the Hindu lunar calendar. This day is believed to be extremely powerful, and taking a dip in the Triveni Sangam (the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Sarasvati rivers), on this day is said to purify the soul and erase all sins. The day is also considered ideal for fasting, meditation, and performing charity, as it is believed that doing so on Mauni Amavasya brings immense spiritual benefits and fulfillment of desires. 

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Indonesia interested in India's aircraft carrier-building capabilities, BrahMos missile deal in talks

India and Indonesia have agreed to hold talks regarding the potential acquisition of BrahMos supersonic missile systems. Additionally, senior officials from Jakarta have expressed interest in India's expertise and capabilities in building aircraft carriers.

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President Murmu approves 93 gallantry awards, including 2 Kirti Chakras, 14 Shaurya Chakras

On the eve of the Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved gallantry awards, including 14 Shaurya Chakras, the third-highest peacetime gallantry award and two Kirti Chakras to 93 armed forces personnel.

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Historic feat: First mother-son duo to receive Presidential Awards in same year

In a historic first, a mother-son duo has been conferred with prestigious Presidential Awards in the same year, marking a proud moment for the Indian Armed Forces.

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Padma Awards 2025: Sharda Sinha conferred with Padma Vibhushan, Sushil Modi awarded Padma Bhushan | Full List

Padma Awards 2025: President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday conferred Padma awards upon 137 individuals for their contribution in their respective fields. Seven individuals have been awarded Padma Vibhushan while 19 have been awarded Padma Bhushan. Meanwhile, 113 have been conferred with Padma Shri. 

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Uttarakhand people want to implement UCC in the state, says Pushkar Singh Dhami | Exclusive

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami asserted that the people of his state wanted UCC to be implemented. The Uttarakhand government has implemented the Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, establishing a streamlined framework for the creation and cancellation of wills and supplementary documents, known as codicils, under testamentary succession.

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Delhi HC seeks NIA's reply on J-K MP Engineer Rashid's plea in terror-funding case

Terror-funding case: The Delhi High Court today (January 23) issued notice and sought the stand of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in a plea moved by Baramulla MP Engineer Rashid seeking bail in the 2017 Jammu and Kashmir terror-funding case. Justice Vikas Mahajan asked the agency to file its response and listed the matter for further hearing on January 30.

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Jalgaon train accident: Rumour of fire to chain pulling, full story behind tragic 13 deaths

Jalgaon train accident: An unfounded rumour turned a routine train journey into a nightmare in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district on Wednesday (January 22). The horrifying sequence of events unfolded at around 4:45 pm which led to the tragic deaths of 13 passengers aboard the Pushpak Express. The panic caused by a false fire alert resulted in passengers jumping off the moving train, only to be rammed by an oncoming high-speed Karnataka Express. The aftermath of this tragedy left witnesses shocked and families devastated.

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OPINION | Trump in power: India must recast its strategy to deal with the US

US President Donald Trump began his second term with a bang by signing several sweeping executive orders. The orders ranged from ending birthright citizenship to withdrawing the US from WHO and the Paris Climate Accord. Within a span of two hours, he signed more than a hundred executive orders, each of them surprising. The rest of the world is studying the implications of his orders. Soon after Trump reached his Oval Office, the US National Guards were deployed on the Mexican border to stop illegal immigration.

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DRDO conducts ground test of 'scramjet engine' | How it is significant for next-gen hypersonic missiles

Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), a Hyderabad-based laboratory of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Tuesday successfully conducted a ground test of scramjet combustor, demonstrating its potential for operational use in hypersonic missiles.

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Kolkata RG Kar Hospital case: Five times when rape-murder convicts get death sentence in India

Kolkata RG Kar Hospital case: The high-profile Kolkata doctor rape and murder case concluded after a city court sentenced Sanjay Roy, the accused, to life imprisonment till death on Monday. Roy was convicted of the rape and murder of an on-duty doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on Saturday. However, the case is likely to move to the higher courts, depending on the two parties' next move. Roy was held guilty of the crime committed against the postgraduate trainee doctor at the hospital on August 9 last year, which sparked off unprecedented and prolonged nationwide protests led by doctors.

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Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: Know all about 21-km-long India's first undersea tunnel

Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project: India is on the brink of a transformative milestone with its first undersea rail tunnel, a key feature of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor, commonly known as the bullet train project. Earlier on January 18, Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inspected the work of the undersea tunnel and expressed satisfaction at the "good progress" on the mega multi-billion dollar project. 

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PM Modi highlights Republic Day, National Voters' Day, Mahakumbh in 118th episode of Mann Ki Baat

In the 118th episode of his popular radio program Mann Ki Baat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed a special message to the nation ahead of India’s Republic Day celebrations. He noted that Mann Ki Baat typically airs on the last Sunday of every month, but this time the episode was broadcast a week earlier, on the third Sunday of January, due to the Republic Day festivities on January 26.

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Breaking News, January 19 | HIGHLIGHTS

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Uttarakhand: Couple light fireplace to beat cold weather, die of suffocation

Uttarakhand: A couple died due to suffocation after they went to sleep with the fireplace burning in a village of Uttarakhand, said officials on Friday (January 17). The incident occurred on Thursday night in the Dwari-Thapla village of the Bhilangana area. 

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PM Modi distributes over 65 lakh SVAMITVA property cards to 50,000 villages | Video

Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributed over 65 lakh property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme to property owners in over 50,000 villages in more than 230 districts across 10 States and 2 Union territories. PM Modi launched the distribution of property cards under the SVAMITVA Scheme on January 18 through video conferencing.

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Centre approves to build 3rd launch pad at Sriharikota | Know its budget, timeline and salient features

Ahead of the upcoming space missions, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday (January 16) approved the establishment of the Third Launch Pad (TLP) at Satish Dhawan Space Centre of ISRO at Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. The launch pad is expected to be developed at a cost of Rs 3,984.86 crore in the coming four years.

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Weather updates: 27 trains running late, several flights delayed due to dense layer of fog

Weather updates: A total of 27 trains are experiencing delays as a result of reduced visibility caused by fog, as reported by Indian Railways on Friday (January 17). For the past several days, rail operations have been hit by inclement weather conditions, primarily fog. Due to heavy fog conditions, several trains across the country are running significantly behind schedule. 

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Chandrababu Naidu encourages people to have more children, says, 'candidates with over 2 kids...'

Nara Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, said that an individual can become a sarpanch, municipal councillor or a mayor only if he or she has more than two children, hinting that it will arrest the falling population. Naidu said he will bring out policies to encourage people to have more children.

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Breaking News, January 16 | Highlights

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Mahakumbh: Why 'Shahi Snan' became 'Amrit Snan'? Know reason and significance behind name change

Kumbh Mela 2025: The Mahakumbh, held once every 12 years, has commenced on the banks of the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj and will continue until February 26. This year's first 'Amrit Snan' took place on January 14, coinciding with the occasion of Makar Sankranti. On this day, the Sun moved from Sagittarius to Capricorn. Following tradition, the Naga sadhus took the holy dip  in the Sangam followed by over 3.5  crore devotees. Earlier, referred to as 'Shahi Snan', it was renamed to 'Amrit Snan' this year. Let’s explore the reason behind this change.

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Republic Day 2025: Air India issues advisory for travel to and from Delhi

Republic Day 2025: Air India today (January 15) issued an important advisory for its passengers about to travel to and from Delhi, in view of the upcoming Republic Day (January 26) celebrations in the national capital, urging them to maintain a buffer in their commute time and check the status of their flights before leaving for the airport.

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Army Day 2025: Know history, theme, significance and why is it celebrated on January 15 each year

Army Day 2025: Indian Army Day, observed annually on January 15, is a moment of pride and reverence for every citizen of the nation. This day commemorates the historic transition of command in 1949, when General (later Field Marshal) KM Cariappa became the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, taking over from General Sir Francis Butcher. It marks a pivotal moment in India’s journey of independence and sovereignty, celebrating the valour, dedication, and sacrifices of the soldiers who stand as the nation's shield.

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Indigo flight on Mumbai-Goa route receives bomb threat, case filed at airport police station

An Indigo flight on the Mumbai-Goa route received a bomb threat, and soon after the matter came to the limelight, a case was registered against an unknown person at the airport police station. According to the FIR registered by the police, the incident was reported on January 13. The case has been filed against an unidentified person for leaving a bomb threat letter in the lavatory of IndiGo's Goa-Mumbai flight 6E-5101 on January 13.

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Sharad Pawar hits out at Amit Shah, says even Jan Sangh leaders were part of his Cabinet in 1978

Former Union minister Sharad Pawar on Tuesday dismissed Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s remarks that the BJP’s victory in the Maharashtra assembly polls ended the politics of betrayal started by Pawar in 1978. NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar in a press conference said Union Minister Amit Shah to maintain 'decorum of Home Minister's post'. Amit Shah slammed Pawar during his speech on Sunday at a state BJP convention in the temple town of Shirdi.

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Kalkaji-Shimla: Get ready to experience Himachal's scenic beauty in this new train, Vaishnaw shares video

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday announced the operation of a new train from Kalkaji to Shimla and shared a video demonstrating the train and its features. The red coloured new train will allow travellers going to Himachal Pradesh to enjoy a the scenic beauty of the hill state as take their journey.

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Weather today: IMD predicts rain and thunderstorms today in these parts of Delhi-NCR

Weather today: Several parts of Delhi-NCR are witnessing dense fog since the wee hours on Sunday morning. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted light to moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms in several parts of the Delhi-NCR. Several flights and trains are delayed in the National capital. IMD has issued a warning of a wet spell along with thunderstorms and hail expected later in the day.   Delhi weather New Delhi and the National Capital Region were shrouded in thick fog in the morning. Light rain was witnessed in parts of Delhi on Saturday evening as the city recorded a low of 7.7 degrees Celsius, according to the India Meteorological Department. IMD has also predicted rain and thunderstorm today in the city.

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PM Modi makes podcast debut, says he wanted to invite his old friends to official residence when he became CM

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recorded his first podcast on Friday and advocated for good people to enter politics, stressing that they should come with a mission, not ambition. The extensive two-hour discussion, PM Modi covered various aspects of his life, including his early years, education, political competition, handling stress, setbacks, and risk management abilities. 

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55-year-old farmer attempts suicide at Shambhu border, dies at Patiala hospital

A 55-year-old farmer protesting at the Shambhu border allegedly committed suicide on Thursday (January 9) by consuming a poisonous substance, farmer leaders said, the second such incident at the agitation site within three weeks.

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Breaking News, January 9 | LIVE updates

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Satya Sanatan Conclave: BJP's Sudhanshu Trivedi takes a dig at Kejriwal, likens him with 'Ravana-turned-sadhu'

Satya Sanatan Conclave: Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP and spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi hailed the preparations of Mahakumbh on India TV's 'Satya Sanatan Conclave 2025'. The Mahakumbh will be held here in Prayagraj between January 13 and February 26. The holy city is estimated to have 40 to 45 crore visitors during the Mahakumbh mela.

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Breaking News, January 8 | HIGHLIGHTS

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PM Modi to flag off 'Pravasi Bharatiya Express' today: Know all about the special train

Pravasi Bharatiya Express: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to remotely flag off the 'Pravasi Bharatiya Express' on Wednesday from New Delhi’s Safdarjung railway station. It is a state-of-the-art tourist train dedicated to the Indian diaspora. Designed exclusively for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) aged between 45 and 65, the train is a key initiative aimed at connecting the diaspora to their cultural and spiritual roots.

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PM Modi launches multiple development projects worth over Rs 12,000 crore in Delhi

PM Modi in Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over Rs 12,200 crore on Sunday (January 5) in Delhi. The Prime Minister also took a ride in Namo Bharat Train from Sahibabad RRTS Station to New Ashok Nagar RRTS Station.

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Dense fog disrupts train services in North India, 49 trains running late

Dense fog in North India has severely impacted train services, with numerous trains running hours behind schedule. On January 4, 2025, 49 trains arriving and departing from Delhi were running late due to reduced visibility caused by heavy fog. Most of the affected trains are delayed by three to six hours, leading to the rescheduling of the timings of 10 trains.

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Savitribai Phule Jayanti: A 'feminist' who became India’s first female teacher

Savitribai Phule was a social reformer, notable educationalist and a poet from Maharashtra. Her legacy rings the true tones of feminism because she not only uplifted herself through education, but also established India's first school for girls to make education inclusive. Savitribai was married when she was only 9 years old and her husband Jyotirao Phule was 12 years old. Read on to know how Savitribai became the first female teacher of India. 

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BR Ambedkar, Mahatma Gandhi had visited 'shakha', claims RSS

As per the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS') communication wing, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar had visited a 'shakha' in 1940 in Maharashtra's Satara. He felt a sense of 'empathy' towards the Sangh. The media wing of Sangh in its statement also mentioned that in 1934, Mahatma Gandhi also visited a shakha. The Vidarbha prant of the Vishwa Samvad Kendra (VSK), the communication wing of the RSS, on Thursday issued a statement with these claims. The RSS has entered its centenary year. 

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan writes to Atishi, alleges AAP govt is blocking central schemes for farmers

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday wrote a letter to Delhi Chief Minister Atishi expressing his concern over the condition of farmers in Delhi. Chouhan claimed that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Delhi is extremely indifferent towards farmers and that it has no sympathy for them. He alleged that both Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi have never taken any appropriate decisions in the interest of the farmers. 

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Priyanka Gandhi Vadra cites Nehru's quote to attack Modi govt, highlights these economic issues

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday slammed the Modi government, highlighting economic issues. Vadra quoted first prime minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's remark to attack the government. 

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OPINION | Modi’s New Year gift to farmers

On New Year’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a special gift for farmers by extending subsidy of DAP (Di-Ammonium Phosphate) fertilizers from January 1 till further orders. Farmers will continue to get a 50 kg DAP bag for Rs 1350, and the extra cost will be borne by the Centre. The government will give Rs 3,850 crore subsidy to companies that manufacture and supply DAP fertilizers.

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MHA amends rules of Model Prison Manual to address caste-based discrimination in jails

Ministry of Home Affairs amended the Model Prison Manual, 2016 and the Model Prisons and Correctional Services Act, 2023 to address caste-based discrimination within prisons across states and Union Territories, and to replace the existing definition of 'Habitual Offender'. 

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OPINION | Maha Kumbh: World's Biggest Event Ever

On January 13 this year, the world will witness the beginning of the world's biggest event ever  at the holy Sangam in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, where more than 40 crore devotees are expected to take a holy dip at the confluence of two rivers, Ganga and Yamuna.

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Center declares Wayanad landslide as 'Disaster of Severe Nature', Priyanka Gandhi says, 'Glad Amit Shah ji...'

Wayanad MP and Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Sunday lauded the Home Ministry for declaring the Wayanad landslide tragedy as a 'Disaster of Severe nature'. Calling it a step in the right direction, she said that it would greatly help those who faced ramifications and need rehabilitation. 

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