Wed Jan 29 01:36:22 UTC 2025: ## India News Roundup: ISRO’s 100th Launch, Kumbh Mela Stampede, and International Tensions

**Prayagraj, India (January 29, 2025)** – A stampede at the Maha Kumbh Mela festival in Prayagraj on Wednesday resulted in multiple injuries, prompting a large-scale rescue operation. The incident occurred during the Mauni Amavasya holy bath, when a large crowd of pilgrims gathered at the Sangam. Authorities are still assessing the extent of the casualties.

**Sriharikota, India (January 29, 2025)** – The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) made history today with its 100th successful launch from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. The GSLV-F15 rocket, carrying the NVS-02 satellite, lifted off at 6:23 am.

**International Relations:** India rejected insinuations in a Canadian report alleging Indian interference in Canadian elections. Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s navy fired on an Indian fishing boat, injuring two fishermen, prompting a strong protest from India. Sri Lanka claims the fishermen were fishing illegally. China, following talks with India’s Foreign Secretary, stated that both countries discussed resolving differences and improving bilateral relations.

**Other News:**

* **Health:** The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends replacing regular table salt with lower-sodium, potassium-rich alternatives.
* **Politics:** The Election Commission of India requested evidence from AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal regarding his allegations of Yamuna river poisoning. A parliamentary committee recommended a new law to protect tribal lands from being declared Waqf property.
* **Legal:** OpenAI argues that California, not India, is the appropriate jurisdiction for copyright lawsuits filed by ANI Media Pvt. Ltd.
* **Culture:** French President Emmanuel Macron announced a major renovation of the Louvre Museum, including a dedicated room for the Mona Lisa.
* **Sports:** England defeated India by 26 runs in the third T20I match, capitalizing on a poor Indian batting performance.

The news is developing and further updates are expected.

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