Suzuki Motor's Ex-CEO, Sushil Modi, Pankaj Udhas Receive Padma Awards

Osamu Suzuki, who transformed Suzuki Motor into an international brand, JS Khehar, former Chief Justice of India, MT Vasudevan Nair, Malayalam literature icon, and singer Sharda Sinha were among seven recipients of the Padma Vibhushan for "exceptional and distinguished service."

Bibek Debroy, Manohar Joshi, Sushil Modi, Pankaj Udhas, and PR Sreejesh were awarded the Padma Bhushan for "distinguished service of high order." Arijit Singh, Ricky Kej, and Harvinder Singh were among 113 Padma Shri awardees.

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Identity OTT Release: When and Where to Watch Tovino, Trisha Thriller

The psychological thriller Identity, starring Tovino Thomas and Trisha Krishnan, is set to stream on Zee5 starting January 31. Directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan, the film, which premiered in theatres on January 2, 2025, explores intense emotions and relationships with gripping twists. Dubbed in Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada, it will be available in four languages. With a stellar cast, including Mamtha Mohandas and Gautham Menon, Identity promises an emotional and thrilling ride.

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YSRCP’s Vijayasai Reddy Quits Politics, Announces Rajya Sabha Resignation

YSRCP national general secretary V Vijayasai Reddy announced his decision to leave politics, stating he will resign from his Rajya Sabha seat on January 25. Clarifying it as a personal decision without external pressure, he expressed gratitude to the YS family for their decades-long support. Reddy emphasized his future lies in agriculture and ruled out joining any political party. While highlighting political differences with TDP, he maintained personal respect for leaders like Chandrababu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan.

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India Clinch First T20I Against England with Seven-Wicket Win

India secured a commanding seven-wicket victory over England in the first T20I of their five-match series at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Chasing 133, opener Abhishek Sharma smashed 79 off 34 balls, sealing the win in just 12.5 overs. Jos Buttler top-scored for England with 68, but their batting faltered. Varun Chakravarthy claimed three wickets, while Arshdeep Singh, Hardik Pandya, and Axar Patel took two each. India, the reigning T20 champions, continue their winning streak since August 2023.

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