International Emmy Awards 2021: Sushmita Sen's 'Aarya', Nawazuddin Siddiqui & Vir Das bag nominations

On this Special Report, the focus is on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's strong stance against the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies. Speaking on the potential impact on Southern states, Siddaramaiah stated, 'Delimitation is not merely a technical electoral issue, it's a political question that will determine India's federal future.' He argued that the exercise risks penalising states that successfully implemented population control measures, potentially leading to a significant reduction in their parliamentary representation. The Chief Minister highlighted that while states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar might gain seats, Southern states could face political marginalisation. Siddaramaiah announced plans to invite Chief Ministers from across South India to Bengaluru to discuss a collective response to delimitation and concerns regarding the inequitable distribution of Union Government funds. The programme examines the growing friction between the Centre and Southern states over federal equity and democratic representation.

In an exclusive interview with India Today’s Bhavna Agarwal, actor Sophie Turner was joined by her co-star Archie Madekwe, who spoke about their love for India, RRR and more.

This news bulletin reports that Usha Vance, the Second Lady of the United States, has announced she is pregnant with her fourth child, a baby boy due in July. The announcement follows a period of intense online speculation regarding the marriage of Vice President JD Vance, which was triggered by viral images and rumours. In a brief social media statement addressing the news, the Vances stated, 'Both the mother and the baby are doing well.' The report highlights that this personal milestone comes amidst significant public attention on the couple's private life. The bulletin concludes by sharing images related to the announcement, focusing on the expanding family of the Vice President and the Second Lady during their time in office.

On this Special Report, anchors Aishwarya Paliwal and Pranay Upadhyaya discuss the imminent conclusion of a historic trade agreement between India and the European Union. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has signalled that the two sides are on the 'cusp of a historic trade agreement', often referred to as the 'mother of all deals'. The agreement is expected to be announced during the upcoming visit of Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa to India for the Republic Day celebrations. The deal aims to create a combined market of 2 billion people, accounting for nearly a quarter of the global GDP. Pranay Upadhyaya highlights that the negotiations, which have faced hurdles for 20 years, gained momentum in 2022 as both regions seek to navigate geopolitical disruptions and reduce over-reliance on the Chinese economy. The agreement is expected to significantly reduce tariffs on Indian products like textiles in the European market.