Dainik Bhaskar News: Latest Headlines and Updates Today
January 27, 2026, brings a mix of triumphs, tensions, and timely developments across India and the world, as the nation reflects on the echoes of Republic Day while navigating fresh challenges. From political maneuvers in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the 2027 assembly polls to breakthroughs in renewable energy, today's headlines capture a republic in motion. With the stock market rebounding 1.2% on Nifty's green close and cricket fans buzzing over the T20 World Cup semis, Dainik Bhaskar rounds up the day's key stories. As winter fog lifts over Delhi—temperatures at 15°C with AQI dipping to 250—citizens gear up for the week. Here's your comprehensive update on national, international, sports, business, and entertainment news, blending hard facts with human interest.
National Spotlight: UP Politics Heats Up with Shiv Temple Controversy
Uttar Pradesh's political cauldron simmers as the row over the Ayodhya Shiv Temple expansion escalates, with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati leading a 5,000-strong yatra to Lucknow demanding "unimpeded darshan rights." The seer, flanked by sadhus from Kashi and Mathura, clashed with security at the state assembly gates, chanting "Jai Shri Ram" amid scuffles that injured 12. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, addressing the assembly, reaffirmed the temple's sanctity under the 2025 Places of Worship Act amendment but urged "dialogue over disruption." Opposition SP leader Akhilesh Yadav termed it "BJP's vote-bank bait," predicting a 2027 poll backlash in 50 seats. The incident, live-streamed to 10 million viewers, has sparked #ShivMandirMukti on X, with 2 million posts. Meanwhile, in Bihar, Nitish Kumar's JD(U) announced a "rainbow alliance" with RJD for 2027, eyeing 120 seats amid Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj's rising 15% vote share per CVoter polls. National tally: Crime down 8% in 2025 per NCRB, but cyber frauds up 25% to 1.2 lakh cases.
International Echoes: Iran Crisis Deepens, India Evacuates 500 Citizens
Global tensions flare as Iran's nuclear standoff with the West intensifies, with Tehran announcing a 90% uranium enrichment leap at Fordow, prompting IAEA chief Rafael Grossi's emergency UN meet. US President Kamala Harris, in a January 26 address, warned of "red lines crossed," deploying USS Eisenhower to the Gulf—echoing 2025's Strait blockade. India, balancing ties, evacuated 500 citizens from Tehran via Air India special flights, with MEA's V. Muraleedharan coordinating from Delhi. PM Modi tweeted, "India stands for peace; our diaspora is our priority." In other news, China's Belt and Road hits snag with Pakistan's CPEC debt at $30 billion, delaying Gwadar port upgrades—impacting India's Chabahar counter. Closer home, Bangladesh's Yunus administration inks a $2 billion water-sharing pact with India on Teesta, resolving 2025's flood disputes. UN climate talks in Bonn see India pushing for $1 trillion loss fund, with Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav leading 100 delegates. World watch: Gold at Rs 68,000/10g on safe-haven buys.
Sports Surge: T20 World Cup Semis Hype, Abhishek Sharma's Record Fifty
Cricket fever grips as the T20 World Cup 2026 semis loom, with Australia facing England in Kolkata on January 28. Mitchell Marsh's 92* vs South Africa in quarters has Aussies at 65% favorites per Cricbuzz odds, but Jos Buttler's 320 runs keep Poms in contention. In domestic buzz, Abhishek Sharma's blistering 14-ball fifty for Delhi in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy final against Mumbai—his 8 fours, 3 sixes—clinched a 20-run win, earning him Player of the Tournament and Rs 50 lakh. "It's for my dad," the 25-year-old said, dedicating to his late father. IPL 2026 auction fever: Rishabh Pant fetched Rs 24 crore from RCB, while Shubman Gill went to MI for Rs 20 crore—total pot Rs 1,200 crore. Football: Sunil Chhetri's 95th international goal in India's 2-1 AFC Asian Cup win over Thailand boosts SAFF hopes. Athletics: Neeraj Chopra's 89.94m javelin throw at National Open shatters his own record, eyeing Paris Olympics gold. Sports stat: IPL viewership up 15% to 600 million in 2025.
Business Barometer: Nifty Rebounds, Gold Hits Rs 68,000
Markets roar back as Nifty closed 1.2% up at 24,850, led by IT stocks—Infosys +3% on $2B AI deal with Microsoft. Sensex at 81,200, with Adani Ports +4% on Rs 5,000 crore green bond raise for Mundra expansion. Gold surged to Rs 68,000/10g on Iran jitters, silver at Rs 85,000/kg—jewellers report 20% Diwali-like rush. Economy: RBI's Q3 GDP at 7.8%, beating 7.5% estimates, driven by 12% manufacturing growth. Startup scene: Byju's Rs 1,000 crore debt restructure clears path for IPO revival, while Zepto's $500M funding values it at $5B. Global glance: Boeing shares -2% on 737 MAX probe, Tesla +5% on Cybertruck India launch. Crypto: Bitcoin at $95,000 amid US ETF inflows. Business byte: Flipkart's Big Billion Days 2026 eyes Rs 50,000 crore sales.
Entertainment Edge: Border 2 Crosses Rs 100 Cr, Bigg Boss 20 Finale Buzz
Bollywood booms as Border 2 smashes Rs 110 crore in weekend, with Sunny Deol's roar drawing 90 lakh footfalls—highest for war genre since Uri. Varun Dhawan's drone-hero turn trends #Border2Blast, while Sonakshi Sinha's role sparks "women in uniform" debates. OTT: Netflix's Sacred Games 3 teaser drops, Pankaj Tripathi back as Sartaj—release February 14. Bigg Boss 20 finale fever: Elvish Yadav leads polls at 45%, with Munawar Faruqui at 30%—eviction twist tonight. Music: Arijit Singh's Tum Hi Ho remix tops Spotify India, 50 million streams in week. Hollywood: Avatar 3 trailer leaks, James Cameron's Pandora war eyed for Rs 3,000 crore India gross. Celeb scoop: Katrina Kaif-Vicky Kaushal welcome baby girl, naming her Viva. Entertainment stat: Bollywood's 2025 box office Rs 12,000 crore, up 10%.
Health and Lifestyle: Dengue Cases Dip, Yoga Day 2026 Prep
Health headlines: Dengue cases drop 30% to 5,000 in Delhi-NCR per MCD, thanks to 2025's fumigation drives—monsoon prep starts February. AIIMS reports 15% rise in vitamin D deficiency from winter indoors, urging 15-min sun exposure. Lifestyle lift: International Yoga Day 2026 theme "Yoga for Climate" announced, with PM Modi leading June 21 event in Visakhapatnam. Fitness fad: Peloton's India launch with 50 studios in metros. Wellness watch: Ayurveda's Rs 5,000 crore market grows 20%, Patanjali's COVID herb trials show 80% efficacy.
Tech Talk: 5G Rollout Hits 90%, AI Job Shift
Tech tide: Jio's 5G covers 90% urban India, 500 million users—speeds at 1 Gbps in Mumbai. AI alert: Nasscom predicts 2 million jobs shift by 2027, with upskilling programs for 10 lakh in Bengaluru. Gadget buzz: Samsung's Galaxy S27 foldable launches February 1 at Rs 1.2 lakh. Cyber caution: 2025 data breaches cost Rs 10,000 crore, CERT-In mandates quantum encryption for banks.
Environment Edge: Yamuna Cleanup Milestone, Solar Surge
Eco update: Yamuna revival hits 50% target—fish return to 100 km stretch post-2025 bioremediation, per CPCB. Solar shine: Adani Green's 10 GW Rajasthan park powers 20 million homes, cutting CO2 15 million tons yearly. Wildlife win: Project Tiger's 2026 census counts 3,500 tigers, up 10%. Climate call: India's COP31 bid gains UN nod, hosting 2026 in Ahmedabad.
Conclusion: A Day of Diverse Dynamics
As January 27 wanes, Dainik Bhaskar's headlines highlight a nation navigating nuances—from political pulses to tech triumphs. Stay tuned for tomorrow's tales. Jai Hind!
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