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18 Jan 2026
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47 injured at Salem jallikattu despite safety push

In a recent jallikattu event held at Koolamedu, 47 bull tamers sustained injuries, with seven requiring hospitalization.

18 Jan 2026
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Bihar: Teen killed in road accident, bystanders loot fish

A viral video showing bystanders looting fish from an overturned truck in Bihar, while a boy's dead body lay nearby after a fatal accident, has sparked outrage.

18 Jan 2026
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Andhra Pradesh enrolls 55,000 students in quantum computing course

Andhra Pradesh will train 55,000 students in quantum computing through a course organized by the National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) starting January 19.

18 Jan 2026
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India's rice mountain: Govt may sell directly to you

The Indian government's record rice stockpile, nine times the buffer norm, may necessitate direct sales to consumers due to sluggish demand.

18 Jan 2026
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Why Umar Khalid is still behind bars despite Supreme Court debate

Former Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, emphasized the right to a speedy trial and suggested that bail should be the norm in cases like Umar Khalid's prolonged detention.

18 Jan 2026
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Indore water crisis: Contaminated water claims 23 lives, investigation on

Indore's recent water contamination tragedy exposes the cost of ignoring water safety, despite its reputation as India's cleanest city.

18 Jan 2026
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Lucknow-Kanpur Expressway: Your commute's about to get way faster

The new Lucknow-Kanpur expressway, costing over Rs 4200 crore, is set to drastically reduce travel time and stimulate regional growth in Uttar Pradesh.

18 Jan 2026
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CBI finally nabs 2 fugitives after decade-long financial fraud chase

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested two proclaimed offenders, Tamanna Chakma and Tapan Pramanik, who had been evading capture for over a decade.

18 Jan 2026
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Speeding car kills 2 laborers, injures 11 in Jabalpur

A speeding car without a registration plate rammed into 13 labourers in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, killing two and injuring 11.

18 Jan 2026
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Chhattisgarh: Major Maoist leader taken down in security operation

Dilip Bedja, a senior Maoist figure active in Chhattisgarh's National Park area, was among four Naxals killed by security forces in Bijapur district.

18 Jan 2026
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All you need to know about India's 1st Vande Bharat sleeper trains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, marking a new era of comfortable and safe rail travel.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi busses linked to 150 accidents in just 1 year

Public transport buses in Delhi were involved in approximately 150 accidents, including 40 fatal incidents, during the year 2024-25.

18 Jan 2026
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PM Modi launches 5 new Amrit Bharat Express trains

Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off five new Amrit Bharat Express trains on January 18, enhancing connectivity across multiple Indian states.

18 Jan 2026
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Kerala train derailment causes delays, cancels local services

A minor derailment of a goods train in Pattambi, Palakkad caused significant delays and cancellations to several passenger trains on Sunday, January 18, 2026.

18 Jan 2026
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Scam-accused couple's police van crashes, farmer loses life

A 35-year-old motorcyclist was killed following a collision with a police van in Maharashtra's Beed district, leaving another critically injured.

18 Jan 2026
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Kerala man dies by suicide after viral assault allegation

A 42-year-old man from Kerala was found dead at his home after a video accusing him of misbehaving with a female bus passenger circulated on social media.

18 Jan 2026
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Mumbai: Water supply to be hit in 5 wards from Tuesday, January 20 to Thursday, January 22, 2026

Five municipal wards in Mumbai may face water disruption from January 20 to 22 due to maintenance work by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi Police bust interstate investment scam with Cambodia links

Delhi Police have arrested eight individuals linked to an interstate cyber fraud syndicate with connections in Cambodia. The group allegedly defrauded victims through fake investment platforms.

18 Jan 2026
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Modi launches ₹830cr projects, flags off new trains in West Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated development projects worth over ₹830 crore and flagged off three Amrit Bharat trains in West Bengal on January 18, 2026.

18 Jan 2026
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President Murmu's Republic Day invite is a handcrafted bamboo box

This year's Republic Day 'At Home' invitation from President Droupadi Murmu highlights the cultural richness of India's eight northeastern states, including Nagaland and Manipur.

18 Jan 2026
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Western Disturbance to bring rain, snow to North India

North India's prolonged dry winter is set to end soon, with an incoming weather system promising snowfall in the Himalayas and rain in the plains.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi Metro is getting 3 new triple-interchange stations

Delhi Metro is set to introduce three new triple-interchange stations at Azadpur, New Delhi, and Lajpat Nagar, significantly improving commute times and reducing overcrowding.

18 Jan 2026
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Amethi: Fog leads to deadly 5-vehicle crash, 1 dead, several hurt

A five-vehicle collision due to dense fog in Amethi, U.P., resulted in one fatality and three injuries. The accident involved a milk pickup, a bus, two trucks, and a car.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi-NCR schools go hybrid as air turns "severe"

Delhi-NCR schools may remain closed on January 19 due to severe air pollution, potentially shifting to online classes under GRAP Stage IV restrictions.

18 Jan 2026
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IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Lucknow after bomb threat

An IndiGo flight from Delhi to Bagdogra was diverted to Lucknow Airport due to a bomb threat, leading to a thorough security search in an isolation bay.

18 Jan 2026
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3.15 crore devotees take holy dip at Sangam on Mauni Amavasya

On the occasion of Mauni Amavasya, over 3.15 crore devotees took a holy dip at Sangam during the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

18 Jan 2026
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Telangana CM wants auto-debit for traffic fines

Hyderabad citizens express concerns over Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's proposal to auto-debit traffic fines from bank accounts, questioning its legality and ethics.

18 Jan 2026
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'If it can happen to Sonam, it can happen to anybody'—Wangchuk's aide

Gitanjali Angmo, wife of detained activist Sonam Wangchuk, criticizes the government's delay tactics in his NSA case. She asserts the detention is illegal and a misuse of power.

18 Jan 2026
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'Chilla-i-Kalan': Kashmir Valley shivers through harsh cold, more snow on the way

Kashmir experiences a further drop in temperatures, with Sonamarg being the coldest, while the Meteorological Department predicts upcoming wet weather spells.

18 Jan 2026
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UP: Two killed, 10 injured in fog-related road accident

A bus and car collided in dense fog on a UP highway, resulting in two fatalities and 10 injuries. Poor visibility was cited as the cause.

18 Jan 2026
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IndiGo and Akasa Air flights hit by bomb hoax, all safe

A domestic flight bound for Delhi made an emergency landing in Lucknow following a bomb threat. The threat was discovered written on a tissue paper in the aircraft's toilet.

18 Jan 2026
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Modi kickstarts Kaziranga elevated corridor—big win for wildlife and travel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi initiated the Rs 6,957-crore Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project and flagged off two Amrit Bharat Express trains in Assam.

18 Jan 2026
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Odisha: Two killed in motorcycle collision with speeding vehicle

Two men, Gautam Sahu and Chandrasekhar Mahapatra, tragically lost their lives when a speeding vehicle hit their motorcycle in Balasore district, Odisha.

18 Jan 2026
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Bird flu alert in Kerala after crow deaths

Authorities have confirmed the presence of H5N1 avian influenza in crows in Kerala's Iritty district, prompting an alert and increased precautionary measures.

18 Jan 2026
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PM Modi launches new trains and highway to boost Assam's connectivity

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two new Amrit Bharat Express trains in Assam, enhancing connectivity ahead of the state assembly elections.

18 Jan 2026
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Noida: Young software engineer drowns after car crashes into ditch

A 27-year-old software engineer, Yuvraj Mehta, tragically drowned after his car plunged into a deep ditch due to dense fog and lack of road reflectors in Greater Noida.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi University hikes student fees by 17% for next year

Delhi University has sparked concerns by hiking its fees by 17% within six months, affecting the 2026-27 academic session.

18 Jan 2026
Imphal

Kidnapped, gang-raped 2 years ago, Kuki woman dies in Manipur

A 20-year-old Kuki woman from Manipur, who was kidnapped and gang-raped around two and a half years ago, has died of an illness aggravated by the trauma she suffered.

18 Jan 2026
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Vande Bharat sleeper's 1st ride sparks litter debate

The newly launched Vande Bharat Sleeper train faced littering issues on its first day, sparking a debate about civic sense in India.

18 Jan 2026
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Deadly fog causes major highway crashes in Uttar Pradesh

Over 12 people were injured in a multi-vehicle collision caused by dense fog on the Delhi-Lucknow National Highway (NH-9) near Amroha, Uttar Pradesh.

18 Jan 2026
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PM Modi launches ₹830cr projects in Singur

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch several infrastructure projects in Singur, West Bengal today, aimed at accelerating the state's development.

18 Jan 2026
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Maharashtra civic polls: Woman says she was tricked into voting for a party

A woman from Beed district, Maharashtra, has accused a party of forcibly transporting her to Pimpri Chinchwad to vote in the January 15 civic polls.

18 Jan 2026
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Newlywed's body found at parents' doorstep in suspected dowry murder

A newly married woman's body was found outside her parents' home in Bihar's Vaishali district, leading to serious dowry-related accusations against her in-laws.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi's air turns 'severe,' thick fog brings city to a standstill

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the 'severe' category, causing disruptions to air and rail services due to dense fog.

18 Jan 2026
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Nine injured in jackal attacks spark panic in UP village

Nine individuals, including three children, were injured following a series of jackal attacks in Jugail village, Sonbhadra.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi couple scammed of ₹14.85cr in fake 'digital arrest' plot

Two individuals from Gujarat have been apprehended by Delhi Police for allegedly defrauding a retired doctor couple of approximately Rs 15 crore through a "digital arrest" scam.

18 Jan 2026
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Petrol, diesel prices hold steady—here's what you need to know

On January 18, 2026, petrol and diesel prices remained steady across India since May 2022, with Hyderabad recording the highest petrol price at ₹107.46 per litre.

18 Jan 2026
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Goa murder case: Russian suspect admits to multiple killings

Aleksei Leonov, a Russian national arrested in Goa for murder, has reportedly confessed to additional killings, leading investigators to broaden their inquiry.

18 Jan 2026
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Delhi HC lets Zydus sell affordable cancer drug—here's what it means

The Delhi High Court's recent ruling may pave the way for a significantly cheaper version of the successful cancer therapy drug, Nivolumab, in India.

18 Jan 2026
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Chhattisgarh: Fake 'tantrik' arrested for kidnapping, rape in Durg

A self-proclaimed 'tantrik', Hemant Aggrawal, has been arrested in Durg district, Chhattisgarh for allegedly kidnapping and repeatedly raping a 22-year-old woman.

18 Jan 2026
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UP deletes more women than men from voter list—Here's what's going on

In a recent Special Intensive Revision process, more women's names (15.5 million) were deleted than men's (13.4 million) from the draft electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh.

18 Jan 2026
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Two lives lost after road rage turns violent in Tamil Nadu

Two men were killed and another critically injured in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, following a road-rage dispute. Four suspects, including political party members, have been arrested.

18 Jan 2026
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Mumbai Central station just got a digital lounge upgrade

Mumbai Central railway station now provides an airport-style digital lounge with unlimited food and beverages for just Rs 200, enhancing passenger comfort and convenience.

18 Jan 2026
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Banks are taking a break: Here's what you need to know for January 2026

Next week's bank holidays include Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose's birthday, Saraswati Puja, Basanta Panchami, and a long weekend from Friday to Sunday.

18 Jan 2026
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Noida techie drowns in pit as help fails to arrive

A 27-year-old techie, Yuvraj Mehta, tragically drowned in a Noida drain after his car fell into it, despite pleas for help witnessed by police and his father.

18 Jan 2026
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36 Kashmiri students make it home from unrest-hit Iran

Over 36 Kashmiri students have returned to India from Iran amid unrest, facilitated by the Indian Embassy in Tehran, according to the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association.

18 Jan 2026
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Punjab Police arrest 227 drug smugglers in statewide operation

In a statewide crackdown, Punjab Police arrested 227 drug smugglers and registered 200 FIRs during a Cordon and Search Operation at identified drug hotspots.

18 Jan 2026
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Maharashtra approves ₹20,000cr housing boost for Mumbai Police

The Maharashtra state cabinet has approved a ₹20,000 crore project to develop residential units for Mumbai's police force.

18 Jan 2026
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Mumbai: 10-year-old boy assaulted over stolen kites

Two individuals in Dongri, Mumbai are facing charges for allegedly stripping and burning a 10-year-old boy accused of stealing kites from their shop.

18 Jan 2026
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Bomb scare stops Delhi-Patna Tejas Rajdhani, turns out to be a hoax

The Tejas Rajdhani Express was briefly halted due to a bomb scare, but resumed its journey after no suspicious objects were found during an extensive security check.

18 Jan 2026
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Missouri man charged with murder after allegedly killing wife

A Missouri man, Malang Jan Akbari, is charged with murdering his wife and endangering their 18-month-old daughter. His son discovered the crime and alerted authorities.

18 Jan 2026
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World's largest Shiva linga installed in Bihar temple

The East Champaran district in Bihar witnessed the installation of the world's largest Shiva Lingam, standing 33-feet tall, at the under-construction Virat Ramayan Temple.

18 Jan 2026
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UP: 23 injured as bus, mini truck collide in fog

A bus and a pickup van collided in dense fog on the Ayodhya–Prayagraj highway, injuring 23 devotees en route to the Magh Mela.

18 Jan 2026
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India's diabetes numbers are soaring—here's what you should know

A study reveals that India had the world's second largest population of adults with diabetes in 2024, trailing behind China.

18 Jan 2026
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Chennai Police gear up for Kaanum Pongal with massive security

Kaanum Pongal celebrations at Marina Beach in Chennai saw heightened security measures, including the deployment of 16,000 police personnel and extensive safety arrangements.

18 Jan 2026
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Sankranti traffic jam on NH-65: 50K vehicles cross toll plaza

The Hyderabad-Vijayawada corridor, National Highway 65, experienced severe congestion due to a post-Sankranti return rush, leading to extensive traffic diversions.

Centre fines IndiGo ₹22cr for major flight disruptions in December

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation(DGCA) has imposed a fine of ₹22.20 crore on IndiGo after an investigation revealed serious lapses in planning and operations.

17 Jan 2026
Delhi

GRAP-4 enforced in Delhi-NCR as AQI nears 450

The Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) has been reimposed in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) after the Air Quality Index (AQI) approached 450 on Saturday.

Red Fort bomber's appointment at Al-Falah exposed in ED probe

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has accused Al-Falah University Chairman and Chancellor Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui of running a major regulatory fraud and money laundering case.

17 Jan 2026
Uttar Pradesh

UP: Muslim man, Hindu woman in bridal attire found hanging

In a shocking incident, the bodies of a 20-year-old Muslim man and an 18-year-old Hindu woman were found hanging from a tree in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

17 Jan 2026
Gujarat

MP man sentenced to death for raping 7-year-old in Gujarat

A special court in Rajkot, Gujarat, has sentenced Ramsingh Tersingh Dudwa to death for the brutal rape of a seven-year-old girl.

17 Jan 2026
Gujarat

4 killed, 6 injured in car collision in Rajasthan's Udaipur

A tragic accident on the old Ahmedabad highway in Udaipur, Rajasthan, on Saturday left four teenagers dead and six others injured.

17 Jan 2026
Assam

PM Modi flags off India's 1st Vande Bharat sleeper train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train from Malda Town Railway Station in West Bengal.

17 Jan 2026
Goa

Goa: Russian tourist kills 2 women, including live-in partner

A 37-year-old Russian man, Aleksei Leonov, was arrested early on Friday in North Goa for allegedly killing two compatriots.

17 Jan 2026
Delhi

'No internet...situation normalizing': Indians returning from Iran thank government

The first two commercial flights carrying Indian nationals from Iran landed in Delhi late on January 16.

16 Jan 2026
Jaisalmer

Why Pakistan has been sending drones into India again

Pakistan has resumed its drone provocations in Jammu and Kashmir.

16 Jan 2026
Delhi

Delhi recorded over 9,200 respiratory deaths in 2024: Government data

Delhi reported a total of 9,211 deaths due to respiratory diseases in 2024, according to the latest figures released by the Delhi government. This is an increase from 8,801 such deaths in 2023.

16 Jan 2026
Mary Kom

Mary Kom's ex-husband shares kids' response to her alleged affair

Karung Onkholer (Onler) Kom, the ex-husband of Olympic medalist Mary Kom, recently spoke about their children.

16 Jan 2026
Bihar

Crowd loots fish while accident-victim lies nearby on Bihar street

In a tragic incident in the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, a 13-year-old boy was killed in a road accident only to be overlooked by the dozens of passersby.

16 Jan 2026
Assam

'You'll die here': Assam student assaulted at MP university hostel

A 22-year-old postgraduate student from Assam, Hirosh Jyoti Das, was allegedly assaulted at the Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) in Madhya Pradesh's Annuppur district.

16 Jan 2026
Thailand

'Why is pilot hiding like rat'? Choas inside IndiGo flight 

Pandemonium erupted aboard an IndiGo flight headed from Mumbai to Thailand's Krabi on Thursday after the pilot refused to operate the aircraft beyond his scheduled duty time.

16 Jan 2026
Allahabad High Court

SC rejects Justice Yashwant Varma's plea against impeachment proceedings

The Supreme Court has rejected a petition filed by Allahabad High Court Justice Yashwant Varma. The petition had challenged the Lok Sabha Speaker's decision to form a three-member committee under the Judges (Inquiry) Act for his impeachment.

16 Jan 2026
Makar Sankranti

10 million+ take holy dip at Sangam on Makar Sankranti

Over 10 million devotees took a holy dip at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Makar Sankranti, marking the second major bathing festival of Magh Mela 2026.

15 Jan 2026
Air India

Video: Air India flight engine sucks in baggage container

An Air India Airbus A350, operating as Flight AI101 from Delhi to New York, suffered a double setback on Thursday.

15 Jan 2026
Delhi

Delhi airspace closure from January 21 may disrupt flights

The airspace over Delhi will be shut from January 21 till January 26 for Republic Day rehearsals.

15 Jan 2026
Assam

Rashtrapati Bhavan's Republic Day invites celebrate Northeast craftsmanship

President Droupadi Murmu's "At Home" reception for India's Republic Day on January 26, 2026, comes with a unique touch.

15 Jan 2026
Ahmedabad

AI-171 probe: AAIB faces backlash for summoning deceased pilot's relative

The Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) has issued a legal notice to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) after it summoned Captain Varun Anand in connection with the Air India flight AI-171 crash investigation.

15 Jan 2026
Delhi

'Who are we to decide...': SC reserves euthanasia verdict 

The Supreme Court has reserved its order on a petition seeking passive euthanasia for Harish Rana, a 32-year-old man who has been in a vegetative state since 2013.

15 Jan 2026
Himachal Pradesh

6 charred to death in house fire in Himachal 

A devastating fire in a house in Talangna village, Nauradhar area of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, has claimed the lives of six people.

15 Jan 2026
Kerala

2 girls found hanging at Sports Authority of India hostel 

Two young sports trainees were found hanging at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) women's hostel in Kollam, Kerala, on Thursday.

15 Jan 2026
Air India

Indigo, Air India issue travel advisory as Iran closes airspace

Indian airlines, including Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, have issued travel advisories after Iran announced a closure of its airspace.

14 Jan 2026
Indian Government

Your customs check at Indian airports is now being recorded

The Indian government has mandated the use of body-worn cameras for customs officers at international airports.

14 Jan 2026
Delhi Police

Ahead of Republic Day, 854 arrested in Delhi within 48hrs

The Delhi Police has launched a massive crackdown on organized crime ahead of Republic Day.

14 Jan 2026
Telangana

Telangana: 500 dogs killed in week to fulfill 'poll promise'

In a shocking incident, around 500 stray dogs have been killed in Telangana's Kamareddy and Hanamkonda districts.

14 Jan 2026
Delhi

Gurugram records 0.8°C as cold wave hits NCR

Gurugram has been experiencing an intense cold wave, with temperatures dropping to 0.8 degrees Celsius on Wednesday.

14 Jan 2026
China

What Centre said on Trump's 25% tariffs on Iran partners

United States President Donald Trump on Monday announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran.

13 Jan 2026
Ghaziabad

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.

13 Jan 2026
BRICS

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.

13 Jan 2026
Madras High Court

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.

13 Jan 2026
BRICS

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.

13 Jan 2026
Jaipur

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.

13 Jan 2026
Indian Army

'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.

13 Jan 2026
Afghanistan

'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.

13 Jan 2026
Asansol

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.