Mon Jan 06 08:51:24 UTC 2025: ## National and International News Headlines: January 6, 2025
**India:**
* **Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti Celebrated:** The 356th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, founder of the Khalsa Panth, was observed across India on January 6th. His teachings and the significance of the five Ks (kesh, kangha, kara, kachera, kirpan) were highlighted.
* **PM Modi Announces Major Initiatives:** Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced several significant initiatives benefiting the Indian public, details of which are pending further release.
* **Delhi Trains Delayed by Fog:** Dense fog caused significant delays for numerous trains arriving in Delhi, inconveniencing many passengers.
* **Mahakumbh Land Dispute:** A dispute over the land used for the Mahakumbh Mela continues, with a Maulana claiming it as Waqf property and Sadhvi Ritambhara responding to the claim.
* **Patanjali Celebrates 30 Years:** Patanjali, celebrating its 30th anniversary, announced plans to launch five new initiatives after its success with the Yoga revolution.
* **Record Cold in Chandigarh:** Schools in Chandigarh closed early or adjusted timings due to the severe cold.
* **India’s Cricket Record Broken:** Pakistan shattered an Indian cricket record, achieving a significant milestone in a match against South Africa. Further details of this achievement were not included in the provided text.
**International:**
* **Canada’s Prime Minister to Resign:** Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation as Prime Minister of Canada imminently.
* **Severe US Winter Storm:** A major winter storm impacts over 63 million people in the United States, causing widespread disruption and record snowfall.
* **Death of Nagasaki Survivor:** Shigemi Fukahori, a survivor of the Nagasaki atomic bombing, passed away at the age of 93.
* **Bangladesh-India Tensions Rise:** Further unspecified tension is reported between Bangladesh and India under the Yunus government.
* **Ukraine Seeks Air Defense Support:** Ahead of the third anniversary of the war with Russia, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is expected to request increased air defense support from allies.
* **Golden Globe Awards 2025:** The Golden Globe Awards ceremony took place, with details of winners, including a mention that an Indian film did not win as expected.
Other news included updates on Bollywood personalities, stock market fluctuations, bank holiday status, and health and lifestyle tips. Specific details for many of these items were limited in the provided text.
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