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Delhi might soon get a new bridge over Yamuna
The Delhi government is contemplating a new bridge over the Yamuna River to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance city connectivity.
Thousands of tribal farmers march in Mumbai demanding land rights
Tribal farmers in Maharashtra are protesting for land rights, employment, irrigation, and education, demanding proper implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006.
US-India trade deal: Tariffs on Indian goods drop to 18%
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has welcomed the new India-US trade deal, stating it will bolster 'Make in India' initiatives and stimulate economic growth.
India, US to sign new bilateral trade agreement
India and the US are nearing the completion of a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA), which will significantly reduce tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
Andhra Pradesh: Tension between YSRCP, TDP turns violent; several booked
Senior YSRCP leader Jogi Ramesh faces charges for alleged abusive comments, while TDP activists are booked for vandalising and burning his house.
Why states are now solely responsible for providing drinking water
The Indian government has ceased federal funding for the Jal Jeevan Mission, a rural water supply initiative, instructing states to use their own resources to complete the project.
Family arrested for killing 3 with arsenic-laced sweets, reveals motive
Three people died after consuming sweets laced with arsenic, revealing a family conspiracy involving horse medicine in Madhya Pradesh.
Uttar Pradesh village to be renamed for easier marriage alliances
The residents of Uramura Kirar village in Uttar Pradesh, facing identity issues and marriage difficulties, celebrate the government's decision to rename their village to Harinagar.
VVIPs at risk? Panel finds major safety gaps in charter flights
Following the tragic plane crash involving Ajit Pawar, a parliamentary panel raises concerns over inconsistent safety standards in India's growing charter aviation sector.
Maharashtra man, sarpanch kill girl to contest panchayat elections
A man from Maharashtra, Pandurang Kondmangale, killed his six-year-old daughter to bypass the two-child norm and contest in the upcoming Panchayat elections.
Bengaluru: Woman on morning walk mauled by neighbor's pet Rottweiler
A Bengaluru woman, Shalini Kumari Dubey, is recovering from a vicious attack by a neighbour's unleashed Rottweiler that left her with over 80 stitches.
Investment, UPI scams dominate Delhi Police's 2025 cyber crime stats
Delhi registered 376 high-value cybercrime cases, each involving over ₹50 lakh, in 2025. The majority of these cases were linked to investment frauds and "digital arrest" scams.
Delhi to revamp government liquor vends: What to expect
The Delhi State Civil Supplies Corporation Limited (DSCSC) has called for agencies to modernise selected liquor retail outlets across the capital.
Memoir of ex-Army chief Naravane on pause over defense review
The yet-to-be-published memoir of former Army General Manoj Mukund Naravane is under scrutiny due to regulations barring retired officers from revealing classified information.
Spending in FY2025-26: Just 5% spent on skill development programs (allocation was in the 2024-25 budget)
The Indian government spent only 5% of the allocated funds for employment and skilling schemes in FY 2025-26, raising concerns over program implementation.
Union Budget 2026: Jharkhand gets ₹7,536cr for railways
The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated ₹7,536 crore to Jharkhand for accelerating railway projects, announced Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.
'Wonderful announcement': Modi on US cutting tariffs on Indian goods
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly thanked President Donald Trump for the landmark trade deal between India and the US, which lowers tariffs on Indian goods to 18%.
Chennai college students drown at Kerala beach
Two students tragically drowned and another is missing after a beach outing at Kovalam turned disastrous, with search operations currently underway.
CJ Roy death case: BJP calls SIT hasty, politically motivated
CJ Roy, the Chairman of the Confident Group and a prominent businessman, allegedly died by suicide on January 30.
Wife strangles husband with family's help over financial disputes
A man in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly was allegedly murdered by his wife and her family over financial disputes.
Odisha: Male warden accused of sexually abusing physically impaired students
The Red Cross School for the Blind, Deaf and Mute in Paramanandapur, Kalahandi, Odisha, has been rocked by allegations of sexual harassment.
Modi government revises international baggage rules: How it affects you?
The Indian government has revised its baggage rules, increasing the customs duty-free limit for passengers.
Pune Porsche crash: SC grants bail to 3 accused
The Supreme Court of India has granted bail to three accused in the Pune Porsche crash case. The incident, which took place in May 2024, resulted in the deaths of two young software engineers.
Delhi government defers private school fee law to 2026-27 session
The Delhi government has informed the Supreme Court that the implementation of a law regulating private school fees will start from the 2026-27 academic session, according to a report by Hindustan Times.
UP crime plummets, CCTV expands amid 'zero-tolerance' reforms
The Uttar Pradesh government has emphasized the significant improvement in the state's law and order situation since 2017.
Addicted to momos, UP teen steals gold ornaments for snacks
In a bizarre incident, a 14-year-old boy in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria district has been accused of stealing jewelry worth lakhs from his home.
Roads and highways allocation in Budget 2026 touches ₹3.1L crore
The Union Budget 2026-27 has allocated ₹3.10 lakh crore to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH).
Rajkot: Differently abled man held for raping daughter, minor niece
The Rajkot Rural Police have arrested a differently-abled man for allegedly raping his daughter and minor niece, according to The Indian Express.
'Frivolous claims': India rejects Pakistan's assertions regarding Balochistan attack involvement
India has rejected Pakistan's allegations of its involvement in recent attacks in Balochistan.
Union Budget 2026 allocates ₹18,000cr for power distribution reforms
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced an allocation of ₹18,000 crore for the Power Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) in Union Budget 2026.
Union Budget 2026: Railways gets allocation of ₹2.81L crore
In the Union Budget 2026, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has allocated ₹2.81 lakh crore to the Ministry of Railways.
Bihar bird flu alarm: Dead crows test positive; know details
Authorities in Darbhanga district of Bihar have confirmed an outbreak of bird flu after a sudden spike in crow deaths. The virus was identified as highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1.
'Ravan' blinded after Ram's arrow accidentally hits him during Ramlila
A 35-year-old Dalit man, Sunil Kumar, lost his eyesight after an arrow shot during a Ramlila performance in Uttar Pradesh's Sonbhadra district hit him in the eye.
Budget 2026: New dedicated freight corridor to connect Surat, Dankuni
In her ninth consecutive Union Budget presentation, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced a dedicated freight corridor between Surat in Gujarat and Dankuni in West Bengal.
7 high-speed rail corridors to link India's growth cities
In her ninth consecutive Budget speech, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has proposed seven high-speed rail corridors to serve as "growth connectors."
'I'm Brahmin': Kolkata server arrested for serving YouTuber beef
A waiter at Olypub, a popular bar-cum-restaurant on Park Street in Kolkata, has been arrested after actor and YouTuber Sayak Chakraborty accused the establishment of serving him beef instead of mutton.
Punjab, Haryana, Himachal log excess January rain, contradicting forecasts
Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh have defied weather forecasts by receiving excess rainfall in January.
'Trashy criminal ruminations': India slams PM Modi's Epstein files mention
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has rejected any suggestion of wrongdoing after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's name appeared in the recently released United States Department of Justice files.
Sonam Wangchuk rushed to AIIMS Jodhpur after stomach pain
Activist and innovator Sonam Wangchuk was taken to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Jodhpur for a medical examination on Saturday morning, PTI reported, quoting officials.
Ayodhya Ram temple construction to end by April 30
The construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya is expected to be completed by April 30, Ram Temple Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Mishra announced after a meeting.
Bomb threats received for Dera Ballan ahead of PM's visit
Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Jalandhar, Punjab, bomb threats were received for Dera Sachkhand Ballan and two local schools on Saturday.
Chhattisgarh school cooks protesting ₹66 wage, booked for rioting
In Chhattisgarh, around 500-600 cooks under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM-Poshan) scheme have been booked for "rioting."
TISS replaces student union with 'council,' students cry foul
The Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) has made major changes to its campus politics this year.
Red Fort blast linked to planned coffee chain attacks: NIA
The investigation into the car blast near Delhi's Red Fort on November 10, 2025, has revealed a larger terror plot.
'Ardhangini' wife ideal outdated: Jharkhand HC rejects husband's plea
The Jharkhand High Court has upheld a family court's decision to dismiss a husband's plea for restitution of conjugal rights.
Jaishankar meets Arab League foreign ministers ahead of summit
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday held talks with foreign ministers of several Arab League member countries.
Hyderabad: Armed robbers injure man, flee with ₹6 lakh cash
A brazen robbery took place at the State Bank of India (SBI) main branch ATM in Koti, Hyderabad on Saturday morning.
Bengaluru braces for colder chill as IMD forecasts temperature dip
Bengaluru woke up to a chilly Saturday morning with the minimum temperature around 17°C. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted similar weather conditions for the next few days.
Bihar NEET aspirant death case: Nitish Kumar recommends CBI probe
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of a National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant in Patna.
India nominates Meghalaya's living root bridges for UNESCO heritage status
India has officially nominated the living root bridges of Meghalaya for UNESCO World Heritage status.
Video: SDRF rescues paragliders who crashed into Tehri Lake
Two paraglider pilots were rescued by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) after they crashed into Tehri Lake in Uttarakhand on Thursday.
Leftovers from Telangana function served as mid-day meal; 22 hospitalized
In Telangana's Sangareddy district, 22 students were hospitalized after consuming a mid-day meal of sambar and rice at their primary school.
Greater Noida: Parents dead, kids critical after poisoned family dinner
A family of five was found unconscious in their Greater Noida home on Thursday morning.
'Menstrual health fundamental right; ensure free sanitary-pads for schoolgirls': SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that the right to menstrual hygiene and access to menstrual hygiene products is a part of the right to life under Article 21.
Kuwait-Delhi IndiGo flight diverted after bomb threat on tissue paper
An IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Delhi was diverted to Ahmedabad on Friday after a hijack and bomb threat was found on a tissue paper inside the aircraft.
Telangana sarpanch admits hiring 'dog killers' for massacring 100 strays
In a shocking case of alleged animal cruelty, nearly 100 stray dogs were reportedly killed in Thummaipally village, Telangana's Nagarkurnool district, ANI reported.
Video: IAF choppers battle forest fire in Arunachal at 9,500ft
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched an aerial firefighting operation to combat a massive forest fire in Arunachal Pradesh's Lohit Valley.
Anti-terror operations against Jaish terrorists underway in J&K
Security forces have launched an anti-terror operation against Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorists in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Woman elopes with lover; husband, matchmaker end life
A 30-year-old man allegedly died by suicide in Karnataka's Davangere district after his wife eloped with her lover.
'Made...brother hear screams': SWAT commando's family alleges brutal dowry harassment
The family of Kajal Chaudhary, a 27-year-old Delhi Police Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) commando, has accused her husband, Ankur, of harassing her for dowry.
CBI chargesheets 36 in ₹250cr Tirupati synthetic ghee laddu scam
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed its final chargesheet in the Tirupati ghee adulteration case.
All 3 minors arrested for gang-raping 6-year-old Delhi girl
The Delhi Police on Friday said they have arrested all three minors aged 13, 14, and 15 years old, who allegedly gang-raped a six-year-old girl in the Bhajanpura area of northeast Delhi on January 18.
PT Usha's husband V Srinivasan passes away
V Srinivasan, the husband of Indian Olympic Association President and Rajya Sabha MP PT Usha, died early on Friday.
Bharat bandh on February 1 over UGC's new regulations?
Protests against the University Grants Commission's (UGC) new Regulations 2026 entered their third day on Thursday, with student groups and social organizations across Uttar Pradesh and other states.
'Her nail-paint...': How Agra HR's family recognized her decapitated body
The decapitated body of 32-year-old Minky Sharma, a human resources manager at a private firm, was found stuffed in a gunny bag near the Jawahar bridge over the Yamuna in Agra. The head is still missing.
Baramati plane crash exposes gap: India has 150 'uncontrolled' airports
The plane crash near Baramati that claimed the lives of Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others has exposed infrastructural gaps at India's lesser-known airstrips.
Karnataka Police personnel can now take leaves on birthdays, anniversaries
The Karnataka Director General of Police (DGP) has issued a circular mandating all unit officers to grant leave to police personnel on their birthdays and wedding anniversaries.
India to host Arab leaders after decade; why it's important
India will host the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting (IAFMM) in New Delhi on January 31.
'It'll divide society': Supreme Court stays UGC's equity regulations
The Supreme Court has stayed the University Grants Commission's (UGC) new regulations aimed at preventing caste discrimination in educational institutions.
Punjab-Haryana Civil Secretariat evacuated after bomb threat
The Punjab and Haryana Civil Secretariat in Chandigarh was evacuated on Thursday morning after a bomb threat was received.
'For ambitious and Atmanirbhar India': PM Modi lauds India-EU FTA
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) as a milestone for India's ambitious youth and self-reliant economy.
Husband beats pregnant SWAT commando wife to death with dumbbell
A SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) commando of the Delhi Police, Kajal Chaudhary died on Tuesday after being attacked by her husband, Ankur, with a dumbbell at their southwest Delhi residence.
DGCA official reveals final words from Ajit Pawar's plane cockpit
A tragic plane crash in Maharashtra's Baramati on Wednesday killed five people, including Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar.
New Aadhaar app launched in India: What has changed?
The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched the full-fledged version of the new Aadhaar app. The application is available for download on both Android and iOS platforms.
SC agrees to hear plea against UGC's equity regulations
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a petition challenging the University Grants Commission (UGC)'s new regulations aimed at preventing caste discrimination in educational institutions.
Several schools in Chandigarh, Gurugram receive bomb threat emails
At least eight private schools in Gurugram received bomb threat emails on Wednesday morning. The threats were received around 7:08am and prompted a swift response from local authorities.
Massive avalanche hits J&K's Sonamarg; Uttarakhand also issues warnings
A massive avalanche struck the tourist resort of Sonamarg in Jammu and Kashmir's Ganderbal district on Tuesday night.
You can soon enjoy non-veg food on Vande Bharat sleeper
The Eastern Railway (ER) has announced that non-vegetarian food will soon be added to the menu of India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train, which runs between Howrah and Kamakhya.
Just 2% of money lost in cyber fraud recovered: Centre
The government has blocked ₹7,647 crore from reaching cybercriminals between April 2021 and November 2025. In the same period, ₹52,969 crore was reported stolen.
Western disturbance triggers avalanche alert in Uttarakhand
The mountainous regions of northern India are bracing for another bout of severe weather as a strong western disturbance moves through the western Himalayas.
Patna: Forensic investigation confirms NEET aspirant sexually assaulted
Forensic investigation has shed light on the death of an 18-year-old NEET aspirant from Jehanabad district.