The Los Angeles FireAid benefit concert is set for January 30, 2025, at Intuit Dome and Kia Forum, featuring a star-studded lineup including Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, and Green Day. The event aims to raise funds for families affected by recent wildfires. Tickets go on sale January 22, and the concert will be broadcast across multiple platforms. Proceeds will support rebuilding efforts and fire prevention strategies in Los Angeles, ensuring better preparedness for future wildfires.

The Supreme Court of India criticized the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for failing to manage solid waste, with 3,000 tonnes dumped untreated daily. The court expressed concern over the MCD's timeline to clear the Ghazipur dumpsite by December 2028 and urged the central government to intervene. Only 8,000 tonnes of the 11,000 tonnes of daily waste are processed, highlighting a lack of compliance with the 2016 solid waste management law. The court warned of drastic measures, including a potential ban on construction work in the city if the situation does not improve.

A ceiling collapse occurred during the filming of a song for "Mere Husband Ki Biwi" at Imperial Palace, Mumbai, injuring several crew members, including actors Arjun Kapoor and Jackky Bhagnani. The incident was attributed to vibrations from the sound system, raising concerns about the safety of older filming locations. Choreographer Vijay Ganguly emphasized the need for thorough safety checks before using such sites. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has initiated a campaign to address these safety issues, highlighting that similar incidents have been frequent in temporary structures.

The BJP has announced a series of welfare measures in its manifesto for the upcoming Delhi elections, including a monthly allowance of Rs 2,500 for eligible women under the Mahila Samridhi Yojana. Other promises include financial support for expecting mothers, subsidies on LPG cylinders, pensions for senior citizens, and the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat scheme. BJP president J P Nadda criticized the AAP for failing to deliver on similar promises and emphasized the party's commitment to executing these initiatives if elected.