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The Home Office launched a “UK-wide blitz” on illegal working, targeting establishments like Indian restaurants and convenience stores, resulting in over 600 arrests. New legislation aims to strengthen border security. The Opposition Conservative Party criticizes the bill, advocating for more stringent measures.

Makar Sankranti, celebrated on January 14, marks the Sun’s transition into Capricorn, symbolizing longer days and the end of winter. The festival is marked with kite flying, sharing sweets made of sesame seeds and jaggery, and family gatherings. Traditional foods like Khichdi and chikki are prepared, symbolizing prosperity and simplicity.

Australia’s head coach Andrew McDonald disclosed that discussions are ongoing about Steve Smith’s batting order in Tests ahead of the five-match series against India starting November 22. Smith, who moved up to open after David Warner’s retirement, has had inconsistent performances.

Some countries have pledged to donate doses of mpox vaccines to combat an outbreak of the disease in Africa, after the World Health Organization declared it a global public health emergency in August for the second time in two years. Such donations are meant to address the huge inequity that left African nations with no…

Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch cited ‘personal exigencies’ to skip a Parliament’s PAC meeting, leading to a clash between PAC head K C Venugopal and NDA members. They accused Venugopal of unilateral decisions, culminating in a protest lodged with Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.