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India jumps to 80th spot in 2026 Passport Index
India's passport ranking has risen to 80th in the global mobility chart of the Henley Passport Index 2026, while Singapore continues to hold the top spot.
Goa CM moves to drop jail time for minor offenses
The Goa Government has tabled the 'Jan Vishwas Bill' in the Assembly, aiming to decriminalise minor offences and replace imprisonment with monetary penalties.
29 Naxals lay down arms in Chhattisgarh, more join mainstream
In a significant development, 29 active Naxalites surrendered to the police in Chhattisgarh's Sukma district under the "Poona Margem" initiative.
World Bank greenlights $680 million boost for Assam's future
The World Bank has approved a $680 million funding for three projects in Assam, aimed at enhancing market access, job opportunities and public services.
Delhi says no to polluting vehicles from December 2025
Delhi's ban on non-BS-VI vehicles highlights the importance of understanding Bharat Stage (BS) emission norms, crucial for UPSC exam preparation.
Bengaluru event turns sour: Foreigner assaulted, police look away
A Reddit user from Bengaluru claimed a foreigner was assaulted at an event and later denied police assistance, accusing the authorities of using language intimidation tactics.
Rajasthan: Cold wave grips state; Fatehpur Shekhawati records -3.5°C
Rajasthan continues to experience extreme cold conditions, with Lunkaransar in Bikaner district recording a frigid 1.4 degrees Celsius.
Delhi-NCR: Cold wave sticks around, fog makes mornings tricky
Delhi's ongoing cold spell may ease slightly in the coming days, according to the latest forecast from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD).
21-year-old air hostess dies by suicide; ex-boyfriend booked for abetment
A 21-year-old air hostess allegedly committed suicide in Thane, Maharashtra. Her ex-partner has been charged with abetment following her death.
51 lakh devotees gather for Sabarimala's Makaravilakku festival
Devotees gather at Sabarimala for the auspicious Makaravilakku festival, with the Thiruvabharanam expected to arrive by evening.
Pongal goes global, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared Pongal, a Tamil cultural festival, as a global event. He emphasized its teachings of gratitude and respect towards nature.
Kashmir's Dal Lake freezes as cold wave grips the valley
Kashmir's renowned Dal Lake and other water bodies have frozen due to plummeting temperatures, as the region experiences 'Chilla-i-Kalan', a 40-day period of extreme cold.
'Illegal madrasa' claim: School demolition sparks tension in MP
A school building under construction in Dhaba village, Madhya Pradesh, was demolished following allegations of it being an unauthorized madrasa, sparking local outrage.
Calcutta HC limits in-person access for high-profile ED-TMC hearing
The Calcutta High Court will live-stream the hearing on the Enforcement Directorate's raids on I-PAC, allowing only counsels to be present in court.
Greater Noida: Woman killed after rejecting marriage proposal
A man, Ankit Kumar, was arrested by Greater Noida police for allegedly murdering a 27-year-old woman, Deepa, after she rejected his marriage proposal.
Kerala: Expelled Congress MLA Mamkootathil taken to hotel for evidence collection
Expelled Congress MLA, Rahul Mamkootathil, was taken for evidence collection by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with a sexual assault case.
Pongal festival symbolizes Tamil traditions, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Pongal, the harvest festival, as a shining symbol of Tamil traditions in his recent greetings to the Tamil community worldwide.
Delhi's 400-year-old Barapullah bridge set to welcome pedestrians again in 2026
The 17th-century Barapullah Bridge in Delhi is set to reopen for pedestrians in February, following extensive restoration, while vehicular access will be permanently prohibited.
Ladakh Police rescue Agra tourists stranded for 5 days
Four tourists from Agra were rescued by Ladakh police after being stranded for five days due to a wrong turn onto a snow-blocked road.
Gurugram's cold wave continues, temperature drops to 0.8°C
Gurugram recorded a chilling 0.8 degrees Celsius, marking it among the coldest places in North India, as per the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
PM Modi greets Tamil Nadu on Pongal, BJP and state roll out festive plans
Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a letter to the people of Tamil Nadu, extending his wishes for prosperity and well-being on the occasion of Pongal.
Chennai airport cancels flights, delays others thanks to Bhogi festival smoke
Eight flights were cancelled and ten delayed at Chennai Airport due to the Bhogi festival, smoke haze, and fog.
Bihar: 60-year-old woman elopes with 35-year-old man after 'wrong number' call
A 60-year-old woman in Bihar's Banka district falls for a 35-year-old man, leading to public drama and police intervention after their relationship is discovered by her family.
Supreme Court steps in after Assam widow deported to Bangladesh
A 44-year-old Muslim widow from Assam, declared a foreigner by the Foreigners’ Tribunal, is contesting her case in the Supreme Court after being sent to Bangladesh.
Jaipur's Army Day parade makes history
For the first time, the Indian Army Day parade will be held outside the cantonment area in Jaipur, showcasing the debut of Bhairav battalions and various drones.
Pongal exodus: 14 lakh leave Chennai, more on the move
Over 14 lakh individuals departed from Chennai via bus and train since last Friday, heading home to celebrate the festival of Pongal.
Prayagraj Magh Mela: Nearly a million take the holy dip, bigger crowds expected
Prayagraj Sangam is set to host over one crore devotees for the Makar Sankranti snan on January 15. This follows a high turnout of lakhs of pilgrims for the Ekadashi snan.
Gurugram just had its coldest day recently
After experiencing its coldest day of the season, Gurugram recorded a marginal rise in temperature on Tuesday, with the minimum temperature climbing to 3.2°C.
Chandigarh just had its chilliest night in 2 years
Chandigarh residents faced chilly nights as the temperature dropped to a two-year low of 2.8°C, colder than Shimla and Dharmshala.
Kerala High Court steps in over Sabarimala temple fund issues
Following a gold theft case, the Sabarimala temple management is now under scrutiny for alleged misappropriation of funds from ghee sales.
Kerala's Maha Magha festival: Bridge work paused days before big event
A dispute has arisen in Kerala after authorities halted the construction of a temporary bridge intended for the upcoming 'Maha Magha' festival, sparking allegations of sabotage.
Digital arrest scams hit Lucknow's professionals
Despite their education and professional experience, retired army personnel, doctors, bankers and businessmen are falling victim to "digital arrest" scams in the city.
Lucknow chills as cold wave sweeps Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow experienced its coldest morning of the season at a frigid 5.6°C. This coldwave is expected to persist in Western Uttar Pradesh for several days.
Delhi's water woes: 45,000 complaints about contamination last year
The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) received approximately 45,000 complaints related to water contamination from April to December last year, according to a government report.
'Building for Resilience': India kicks off BRICS 2026 presidency with focus on unity and progress
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar outlined India's objectives as chair of Brics 2026, emphasizing reformed multilateralism and people-centric development.
Mumbai's Tamil community to celebrate Pongal at home this year
The annual community Pongal celebrations on the 90 Feet Road in Dharavi have been denied permission by the police due to election-related arrangements.
Justice GR Swaminathan: Why is he in the spotlight?
Justice GR Swaminathan's order to light a lamp atop Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai has ignited a contentious debate, leading to impeachment motions and contempt proceedings.
India set to make driver's license renewal easier
The Indian government is considering changes to driving licence rules, including penalty points for traffic violations potentially linked to insurance premiums.
SC reviews Delhi riots conspiracy case against Khalid, Imam
The Supreme Court has been criticized for not addressing the specific roles of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.
Delhi wakes up to coldest January morning in 3 years
Delhi residents faced a third consecutive day of cold wave, with the city recording its lowest minimum temperature in three years at 3°C.
Punjab shivers at 0°C; IMD issues orange alert
Punjab is experiencing severe cold conditions, with SBS Nagar recording a chilling 0 degrees Celsius, making it colder than some neighboring hill stations.
Jharkhand Police bans covered faces in jewelry shops after robbery attempt
Jharkhand Police have issued a directive prohibiting entry into jewellery shops with covered faces, aiming to prevent crimes and enhance surveillance-based policing.
SC: Widowed daughters-in-law entitled to maintenance from father-in-law's estate
The Supreme Court has ruled that a widowed daughter-in-law can claim maintenance from her late father-in-law's estate, citing the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956.
Delhi government approves carbon credit monetization framework
The Delhi government has approved a framework to monetise carbon credits, enabling revenue generation from its green initiatives.
Terror incidents in J&K drop sharply after major army ops, says Army Chief
General Upendra Dwivedi credits Operation Sindoor for the significant reduction in terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir.
Tamil Nadu gives 1,000 nurses permanent jobs
Health Minister Ma. Subramanian has provided 1,000 contract nurses with permanent job orders, with plans for additional regularisations soon.
Congress demands answers after Bhopal cow meat scandal
A truck carrying 26 tonnes of meat, later confirmed to be beef, has sparked a significant political and societal uproar in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.
Tamil Nadu is almost malaria-free—here's how they did it
Tamil Nadu is on the brink of eradicating malaria, with 33 out of 38 districts reporting no indigenous cases in the last three years.
Ghaziabad: Man kills woman, sleeps beside body in hotel
A man, identified as 40-year-old Praveen Kumar, has been arrested for allegedly murdering a female friend in a Ghaziabad hotel room.
What new BRICS logo stands for as India assumes chairmanship
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has launched the official website and logo for BRICS 2026, marking the beginning of India's chairmanship of the multilateral forum in 2026.
HC reduces rape conviction in deaf-mute survivor's case
The Madras High Court has reduced a man's rape conviction involving a deaf and mute woman to cheating.
Jaishankar unveils new BRICS logo, website for India's 2026 chairmanship
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar launched the official logo and website for BRICS 2026 today.
14 ICU patients shifted after water leak floods Jaipur hospital
A water leak incident at the Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur, Rajasthan, led to a major flooding of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) late on Monday night.
'1963 Pakistan-China...agreement illegal': Army chief rejects Beijing's Shaksgam Valley claim
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has rejected China's claims over the Shaksgam Valley, calling a 1963 boundary agreement between Pakistan and China illegal.
'Pakistani propaganda': Government rejects claims of India-Afghanistan trade suspension
The Indian government has dismissed claims that it has temporarily suspended trade with Afghanistan due to unrest in Iran.
Coal mine collapses in Bengal's Asansol; many feared trapped
A coal mine in Asansol, West Bengal, collapsed on Tuesday. Per reports, the incident took place at Bharat Coking Coal Ltd.'s open-cast mine.
'Why not adopt orphans on streets?': SC to dog lover
The Supreme Court of India on Tuesday expressed its dismay during a hearing in the stray dogs case, stating that numerous lawyers argued on behalf of dog lovers, but nobody was arguing or putting up views on behalf of humans.
Supreme Court delivers split verdict on plea challenging corruption act
The Supreme Court has delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption (PC) Act.
Bengal: Government starts contact tracing after 2 Nipah virus cases
The West Bengal government has identified two suspected cases of the Nipah virus in the state on Monday.
'Was ready for ground offensive': Army chief on Op Sindoor
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi has said that the armed forces were ready to launch a ground offensive during Operation Sindoor if Pakistan had attempted any misadventure.
'For every dog bite, we'll...fix heavy compensation for states': SC
The Supreme Court on Tuesday raised serious concerns over the issue of stray dog attacks, questioning the accountability of states and dog lovers.
UP man kills wife, mother, then hurls flesh at onlookers
In a shocking incident, a 30-year-old man from the Kushinagar district of Uttar Pradesh allegedly killed his wife and mother and consumed their flesh on Sunday.
Republic Day: Delhi airport closure to affect thousands
The Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi will have airspace closed for six days starting January 21 due to Republic Day security arrangements for 2 hours and 25 minutes each day.
North India freezes: Delhi-NCR becomes colder than Shimla
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cold wave warning for several parts of northern India, including Delhi and the National Capital Region, as well as Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh.
Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hospitalized after losing consciousness twice
Former Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, has been admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi after he lost consciousness twice over the weekend.
Class 12 student gang-raped inside moving car in Bikaner
A Class 12 girl was allegedly kidnapped and gang-raped inside a moving car in Rajasthan's Bikaner district on January 6.
'Maid sedated whole family, stole valuables': Puja Khedkar alleges theft
The Pune police have launched an investigation into a theft at the Aundh bungalow of former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar's family.
UP girl killed, set on fire by family for eloping
A 16-year-old girl was allegedly murdered by her family in Uttar Pradesh's Kasganj district for eloping with a 19-year-old youth from her neighborhood.
'Disgusting': SC to Madhya Pradesh judge who urinated inside train
The Supreme Court has put a stay on the Madhya Pradesh High Court's order that had set aside the termination of a judicial officer, who is accused of urinating in a train compartment.
Boy dies, Nepal nationals missing after fire in Himachal's Solan
An eight-year-old boy died, and two others were injured in a massive fire that broke out at the Old Bus Stand area of Arki subdivision, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh.
PM to shift to new office after January 14: Report
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will reportedly move his office to a new location near Raisina Hill after January 14.
No RAC, VIP quota: All about 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper
The Indian Railways is set to launch its first Vande Bharat Sleeper train on the Howrah-Guwahati route.
India, Germany sign migration, security MOUs; visa-free transit announced
India and Germany have deepened their economic and strategic ties with new agreements aimed at the legal migration of Indian professionals.
NHAI sets 4 Guinness World Records for highway construction
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has set four new Guinness World Records in the construction of the Bengaluru-Kadapa-Vijayawada Economic Corridor (NH-544G).
Himachal navy officer among Indians on tanker seized by US
Three Indian nationals are among the crew members of the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, which was seized by the United States last week.
German chancellor in India: What's the focus of this visit
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in India on Monday for his first official visit.
Teen neighbor kills Bengaluru techie for rejecting sexual advances
The death of a 34-year-old software engineer, Sharmila DK, at her Bengaluru apartment on January 3 has been ruled a murder.
North India braces for severe cold wave tomorrow
Northern India is likely to witness a severe cold wave on Thursday, January 12.
Elderly NRI couple loses ₹14cr to 'digital arrest' scam
An elderly Non-Resident Indian (NRI) couple was allegedly scammed of ₹14 crore in a "digital arrest" scheme, the Delhi Police said today.
Why Indian Railways wants to test galvanized steel rails
The Indian Railways is planning to experiment with galvanized steel rails in coastal and high-humidity areas.
PM Modi takes part in 'Shaurya Yatra' featuring 108-horse procession
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday participated in the "Shaurya Yatra" at Somnath Temple, Gujarat.
Gujarat: 8, including minor, arrested for raping 15-year-old
Police have arrested eight people, including a minor, in Gujarat's Navsari district for allegedly gang-raping a 15-year-old girl.
ED moves SC over Mamata Banerjee's interference in I-PAC case
The Enforcement Directorate(ED) has filed a petition in the Supreme Court, alleging obstruction in its investigation of the I-PAC coal scam case by the West Bengal government and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Odisha: 9-seater plane crashes, occupants severely injured
A nine-seater aircraft operated by IndiaOne Air crashed in Odisha on Saturday. The incident occurred near Jagada block, around 10-15km from Rourkela airstrip.
Taliban appoints first envoy to India after Afghanistan takeover
The Taliban regime in Afghanistan has appointed Noor Ahmed Noor as its first diplomat to India after its takeover of the country in August 2021.
3 arrested for murder of Jhansi's first woman auto driver
Anita Chaudhary, the first female auto-rickshaw driver in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, was murdered on January 4.
Ayodhya bans liquor, non-veg sale within 15km of Ram temple
The Ayodhya administration has imposed a ban on the sale and delivery of non-vegetarian food items within a 15-kilometer radius of the Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.
'Impregnate childless women, get ₹10L': Bizarre scam dupes Bihar men
The Nawada Cyber Police in Bihar have busted a scam that promised men huge rewards for impregnating childless women.
Delhi sets 2-year record as temperature drops to 4.2°C
Delhi has recorded its coldest day of the season, with the minimum temperature dropping to 4.2 degrees Celsius on Saturday.
'Personal prejudices...' MEA on Zohran Mamdani's letter to Umar Khalid
India has reacted strongly to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's letter to jailed activist Umar Khalid.
Ankita Bhandari murder: Uttarakhand CM recommends CBI probe into case
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the Ankita Bhandari murder case.
Bengaluru tops list of best Indian cities for women
Bengaluru has been ranked the best city for women in India, according to the "Top Cities for Women in India 2025" report by Avtar Group.
India rejects US commerce secretary's claim about trade deal breakdown
India has rejected the claim made by United States Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's refusal to directly engage President Donald Trump was a key reason behind the stalled India-US trade deal.
Lawyers push, shove each other before I-PAC hearing; judge leaves
The hearing of the Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) case at the Calcutta High Court was adjourned due to chaos in the courtroom.
Odisha courts on high alert after receiving bomb threats
Authorities in Odisha have been put on high alert after several courts received bomb threats via anonymous emails.
'Completely...removed from reality': SC to Sharmila Tagore on stray dogs
The Supreme Court on Friday schooled Sharmila Tagore after advocate Pragyan Pradip Sharma, appearing for the actor, batted for methods like color-coding collars to identify aggressive dogs from non-aggressive ones.
'Ram' as dog name option in Chhattisgarh exam sparks row
A controversy has erupted in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district after a government school exam paper featured "Ram" as an answer option for a dog's name.