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On this news bulletin, the focus is on the Madras High Court's significant observations regarding Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin's remarks on Sanatana Dharma. Justice Sreemadhi, while quashing an FIR against BJP's Amit Malviya, stated that the call for the 'annihilation' of Sanatana Dharma effectively translates to a call for genocide. AIADMK National Spokesperson Kovai Sathyan joined the broadcast to condemn the DMK, stating, 'It is true that Udai Nidhi challenge statements that were made against Sanatana Dharma and the beliefs of Hindus were divisive.' Sathyan accused the DMK of practicing divisive politics and intimidating the judiciary. The court noted that while those making hate speech often go scot-free, those reacting to it face legal action. The discussion highlights the increasing political polarization in Tamil Nadu ahead of upcoming elections, with the opposition accusing the ruling DMK of using dynastic politics and religious targeting to maintain power.

This bulletin highlights the growing divide within the Congress party regarding the choice of ballot paper over EVMs in Karnataka's civic polls. The focus falls on statements attributed to DK Suresh, a former MP and sibling of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar. The most significant part of the exchange is, 'Whether stepping back is right or wrong should be decided by the party's high command.' The report features a discussion with correspondent Nagarjun, who outlines the conflicting perspectives within the party. He points out that DK Suresh is advocating for the traditional ballot system, while the final decision rests with the leadership. The segment also references the announcement by the state election commission about the upcoming Greater Bengal Authority polls.

On this special broadcast from Davos 2026, Ananya Birla, Director of the Aditya Birla Group, discusses India's pivotal role in the global economy. Speaking with Siddharth Zarabi, she emphasizes that 'India is the place to be' for long-term investors, citing the nation's high working population and rapid growth. Birla highlights the Aditya Birla Group's $115 billion market cap and its expansion across 41 countries. She addresses the 'moral dilemma' of AI, advocating for its use to enhance human productivity rather than create redundancy. The discussion also covers the importance of global integration, women's financial inclusion through Swatantra, and the 92% CAGR in the group's real estate and infrastructure sector. Additionally, the bulletin features insights from PwC India's Sanjeev Krishnan on CEO resilience and Bharat Forge's Amit Kalyani on global defense opportunities and the need for strategic financial support for Indian exports.

On this India Today special report, anchor Aishwarya and correspondent Pranay Upadhyay discuss a security scare involving Donald Trump’s aircraft. Air Force One was forced to return to Joint Base Andrews shortly after take-off due to a technical snag in the electrical unit. Pranay Upadhyay noted, 'The security team of President Donald Trump did not want to take any chance with the President's aircraft,' leading to the decision to switch planes. Trump, who was en route to Davos, Switzerland, had to board a backup aircraft to continue his journey. The report highlights that the current VC-25A Boeing 747-200B has been in service since 1990 and is approximately 35 years old. While the aircraft is heavily modified and maintained, a new replacement is not expected until 2027. The return was described as a precautionary measure following the discovery of the minor electrical fault by the crew.