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23 Jan 2026
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Tamil Nadu eases Jallikattu rules after CM Stalin's visit

The Tamil Nadu government has announced three new relaxations for jallikattu organisers and participants, including changes to registration and insurance requirements.

23 Jan 2026
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UPSC CSE 2026: Notification pushed back, prelims now on May 24

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is set to release the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2026 notification, with prelims scheduled for May 24.

23 Jan 2026
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Big temperature drop coming for northwest India, says IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a 3-5°C drop in minimum temperatures across northwest India, including Delhi, over the next 24 hours.

23 Jan 2026
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Tamil Nadu: Yellow alert for heavy rain till Jan 26

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has issued a yellow weather alert for January 24, indicating potential heavy rainfall along the north coast of Tamil Nadu.

23 Jan 2026
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Man kills wife over alcohol money in Maharashtra village

A Maharashtra man allegedly set his wife on fire for refusing to give him money for alcohol, then pretended to rescue her as neighbours intervened.

23 Jan 2026
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India just dropped the 'Responsible Nations Index'—here's what it means

India has unveiled the Responsible Nations Index (RNI), a unique global framework that ranks countries on ethical governance, social welfare, and environmental stewardship.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi: BMW driver faces homicide charge after fatal crash and hospital delay

Delhi Police informed a court that Navjot Singh, a finance ministry official killed in a BMW accident, was intentionally taken to a distant hospital by the driver.

23 Jan 2026
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Uttarakhand's long dry spell finally ends with snow and rain

Uttarakhand's high-altitude areas experienced their first snowfall of the year, while plains received rain, prompting an 'Orange Alert' from the Meteorological Department.

23 Jan 2026
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EU leaders to attend India's Republic Day parade

The European Union's planned participation in India's Republic Day parade has reportedly unsettled Khalistani groups and Pakistan’s Inter-State Intelligence (ISI).

23 Jan 2026
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UP is doing a statewide blackout drill today—here's what's up

Uttar Pradesh will conduct a statewide blackout mock drill today from 6:00 pm to 6:10 pm. The exercise aims to assess emergency preparedness across all 75 districts.

23 Jan 2026
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Republic Day 2026: What you can (and can't) bring to Kartavya Path

Ahead of the Republic Day 2026 parade at Kartavya Path, New Delhi, strict security measures ban several common items for visitor safety.

23 Jan 2026
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S-400 to debut in Republic Day 2026 parade tableau

The Department of Military Affairs will feature the S-400 air defence system, credited with downing multiple Pakistani aircraft, in its tableau at the Republic Day 2026 parade.

23 Jan 2026
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Bengaluru airport issues travel advisory ahead of Republic Day

Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport urges passengers to plan ahead for the Republic Day long weekend due to heightened security and increased passenger traffic.

23 Jan 2026
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Arjun tank upgraded with anti-drone measures for Republic Day parade

The third-generation MBT Arjun tank, enhanced with anti-drone technology, will showcase its evolved presence at the Republic Day parade.

23 Jan 2026
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Nipah virus outbreak confirmed in West Bengal: 5 infected, 100 quarantined

Five confirmed cases of the deadly Nipah virus in West Bengal have led to nearly 100 people being quarantined, with no vaccine or cure available.

23 Jan 2026
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'Viksit Bharat@2047 is a maritime voyage': Navy Chief

Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi equates Viksit Bharat @2047 to a maritime journey, highlighting the crucial role of oceans in global and Indian trade.

23 Jan 2026
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Singapore envoy's rainy day chai invite is a hit online

Singapore’s High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong Wie Kuen, celebrated Delhi's first rainfall of 2026 by relishing chai and pakodas.

23 Jan 2026
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Banks to be shut for 4 days this January

Indian banks may close for four consecutive days due to a nationwide strike called by the United Forum of Bank Unions protesting delayed five-day workweek implementation.

23 Jan 2026
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Kashmir Valley blanketed by heavy snow, daily life takes a hit

Despite fresh snowfall causing disruptions in Kashmir, the Katra-Srinagar Vande Bharat train continues its smooth journey through snow-laden tracks.

23 Jan 2026
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'Rukwa Diya Vande Bharat Ko': Men block tracks in viral video

A recent viral video has sparked outrage as it depicts men intentionally obstructing the Vande Bharat train's path with wooden logs and cement columns.

23 Jan 2026
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Goa nightclub fire: ED cracks down after tragic blaze at popular club

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches in Delhi, Gurugram, and Goa as part of a money-laundering investigation linked to a fatal fire at a north Goa nightclub.

23 Jan 2026
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Karnataka MP's "small incident" comment on rape-murder sparks backlash

Karnataka's Lok Sabha MP, K Rajashekhar Hitnal, sparked outrage by referring to a brutal gang-rape and murder near Sanapur as a "minor incident".

23 Jan 2026
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Maharashtra: School van driver arrested for molesting 4-year-old girl

A four-year-old student was allegedly molested by her school van driver in Badlapur, Maharashtra, leading to his arrest and community outrage.

23 Jan 2026
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PM Modi flags off 3 new Amrit Bharat Express trains in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched four new trains and unveiled various developmental projects in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

23 Jan 2026
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Noida techie's tragic death sparks questions about rescue failures

The tragic death of Yuvraj Mehta, a tech professional from Noida, has sparked a nationwide debate about India's emergency response capabilities and the lack of air rescue options.

23 Jan 2026
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Who was Agnivesh Agarwal, Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal's son?

Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Vedanta Group, has expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of his eldest son, Agnivesh Agarwal, vowing to fulfill his late son's dreams.

23 Jan 2026
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Heavy snowfall grounds flights and shuts roads in Jammu & Kashmir

Air traffic at Srinagar airport was suspended on Friday due to heavy snowfall, making the runway unsafe for aircraft operations.

23 Jan 2026
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PM Modi spots young fan, promises him a letter

A child holding a sketch of Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a public rally in Kerala caught the PM's attention, leading to an unexpected promise.

23 Jan 2026
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Ghaziabad: 11-year-old boy loses life after falling into open drain

An 11-year-old boy, Ahil, tragically died after accidentally falling into an open drain while playing near his home in Ghaziabad.

23 Jan 2026
Bombay High Court

Bhima Koregaon: HC grants bail to Ramesh Gaichor, Sagar Gorkhe

The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Ramesh Gaichor and Sagar Gorkhe, who have been in custody since 2020 in connection with the Elgar Parishad-Bhima Koregaon case.

23 Jan 2026
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Karnataka: Husband kills wife, tries to cover it up as heart attack

In a shocking incident, a man in Karnataka allegedly murdered his wife and staged it as a heart attack, only to be caught at her funeral.

23 Jan 2026
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Mahad poll violence: Minister's son finally turns himself in after court pressure

Vikas Gogawale, son of Shiv Sena Minister Bharat Gogawale, has surrendered to police following the Mahad poll violence case.

23 Jan 2026
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Rainfall finally returns to Punjab and Haryana after weeks of dry weather

Punjab and Haryana experienced rainfall on Friday, ending a prolonged dry spell and causing minimum temperatures to rise above normal levels.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi-NCR: Rainy spell brings cooler days and cleaner air

Active western disturbances have brought rain, gusty winds, and a cold snap to Delhi-NCR, significantly altering the region's weather.

23 Jan 2026
Haryana

Major administrative shake-up ahead as 300 IAS set to retire 

In 2026, nearly 300 senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers will retire, including Cabinet Secretary TV Somanathan and key state Chief Secretaries.

23 Jan 2026
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Rain delays Republic Day parade rehearsal in Delhi

Unexpected rain and thunderstorms disrupted the full dress rehearsal for Republic Day 2026 in Delhi, marking the city's first rainfall of the year.

23 Jan 2026
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Chhattisgarh: Thieves steal 60-foot iron bridge overnight in Korba

In a shocking incident, a 60-foot-long iron bridge weighing around 30 tonnes was stolen overnight in Korba, Chhattisgarh, disrupting local movement.

23 Jan 2026
Bengaluru

Bengaluru named world's second-most congested city; India second-worst in Asia

Bengaluru has been named the second most congested city in the world, according to the TomTom Traffic Index 2025.

23 Jan 2026
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7 Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy for poaching

Seven Indian fishermen were apprehended by the Sri Lanka Navy for allegedly fishing illegally in Sri Lankan waters, leading to heightened tensions between the two nations.

23 Jan 2026
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Indian Railways rolls out ASC Arjun, its 1st homegrown humanoid robot

The Waltair Division of the East Coast Railway Zone has deployed a humanoid robot, 'ASC Arjun', at Visakhapatnam railway station to boost passenger safety and service delivery.

23 Jan 2026
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Rajasthan HC steps in: Muslim couple's mutual divorce finally recognized

The Rajasthan High Court has dissolved a Muslim marriage, invoking the concept of Mubarat, despite a family court's refusal to do so.

23 Jan 2026
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Karnataka HC lifts ban on bike taxis, permits registration

The Karnataka High Court has overturned a state ban, paving the way for bike taxis to resume operations in Bengaluru.

23 Jan 2026
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Bengaluru is now the world's 2nd most congested city

Bengaluru tops the list of the world's most congested cities, with another city from Maharashtra also making it to the top 10.

23 Jan 2026
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Thunderstorms, rain likely in UP till January 26: IMD

Uttar Pradesh is set to experience rainfall, thunderstorms, and a temperature drop of 2-4°C from January 22-26, according to the India Meteorological Department.

23 Jan 2026
Indore

Indore: 22 hospitalized after drinking contaminated water

Weeks after at least 15 people died and hundreds were hospitalized by water-borne diseases, 22 people have fallen ill in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, after consuming contaminated water, with nine hospitalized.

23 Jan 2026
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Rainy Friday brings major traffic jams to Delhi-NCR

Moderate rainfall on January 23, 2026, caused significant traffic congestion across Delhi-NCR, prompting authorities to issue travel advisories for commuters.

23 Jan 2026
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President Murmu's Odisha visit: What's happening?

President Droupadi Murmu is set to embark on a six-day tour of Odisha from February 2, launching various development projects and attending university convocations.

23 Jan 2026
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Goa nightclub fire: ED cracks down on club owners after tragic blaze

The Enforcement Directorate has initiated raids in Goa and Delhi, targeting eight locations linked to Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, promoters of a fire-stricken Goa nightclub.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi crowds brave rain for Republic Day rehearsal

Despite early morning rain and thunderstorms, eager spectators gathered at Delhi's Kartavya Path to witness the full dress rehearsal for India's 77th Republic Day parade.

23 Jan 2026
Ahmedabad

Bomb threats target Noida, Ahmedabad schools ahead of Republic Day

Shiv Nadar School in Noida and several private schools in Ahmedabad received bomb threat emails on Friday. The threats came just three days before India's Republic Day.

23 Jan 2026
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Shimla's 1st snowfall turns city into winter wonderland, but brings travel troubles

Shimla city witnessed its first snowfall of the season, causing traffic disruptions and power supply issues in upper regions.

23 Jan 2026
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Western Disturbance: Why North India's weather feels so wild right now

A western disturbance is a storm system originating from the west, bringing moisture and inclement weather to North India, often resulting in rain and snowfall.

23 Jan 2026
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Water contamination in Mhow sickens 22, 9 hospitalized

Nine people in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, fell ill after consuming contaminated drinking water, leading to hospitalizations and home treatments.

23 Jan 2026
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Over 1.04 crore devotees take holy dip on Basant Panchami

Over one crore devotees participated in the Basant Panchami bathing festival at the ongoing Magh Mela in Prayagraj, taking a ritual dip in the Ganga and Sangam.

23 Jan 2026
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Western disturbance brings rain, improves Delhi's air quality

Light rain from a western disturbance improved Delhi's air quality on Friday, with temperatures expected to drop due to overcast skies.

23 Jan 2026
Delhi

Western Disturbance chills north-India: Rain in Delhi-NCR, Kashmir sees snowfall 

Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessed moderate rainfall and thunderstorms on Friday morning as an active Western Disturbance gripped north India.

23 Jan 2026
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Indore: 22 fall sick after drinking contaminated water

A new wave of water contamination in Indore has resulted in at least 22 hospitalisations, following the consumption of tainted drinking water.

23 Jan 2026
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UP woman alleges gang-rape under 'halala' after triple talaq

A woman from Uttar Pradesh alleges she was married at 15, divorced twice via instant triple talaq, and gang-raped under the guise of 'halala', a controversial Islamic practice.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi Police files FIR against SFJ's Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, leader of Sikh for Justice (SFJ), has been booked by the Delhi Police Special Cell following threats of unrest ahead of Republic Day.

23 Jan 2026
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Chandigarh just had its hottest January day on record

Chandigarh experienced a significant temperature rise to 26.3°C, marking the highest January temperature in over 14 years, according to India Meteorological Department data.

23 Jan 2026
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Last queen of Darbhanga Raj cremated with state honors

Maharani Kamsundari Devi, the last queen of Darbhanga Raj, was bid farewell with a feast for 25,000 guests. The grand event marked the end of an illustrious Zamindari era in India.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi-NCR: GRAP stage-3 restrictions lifted as air quality gets a bit better

Delhi's Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has lifted stage-3 pollution restrictions due to a forecast of improved air quality and a decrease in cold temperatures.

23 Jan 2026
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Pune: Five arrested for robbing men via Grindr

Three men in Pune were robbed within a month after being lured through Grindr, a dating app for LGBTQIA+ individuals. The victims were targeted and robbed by a gang of five men.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi-NCR to see rain and storms; yellow alert out

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Delhi-NCR, predicting rain and thunderstorms following the capital's warmest January in seven years.

23 Jan 2026
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Great Nicobar tribes say no to mega project, protect ancestral land

The Tribal Council of Great Nicobar alleges pressure from the Andaman and Nicobar administration to surrender their ancestral villages for a major development project.

23 Jan 2026
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Telangana wants to bring the WEF summit to Hyderabad

The Telangana government has proposed to host the annual follow-up summit of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Hyderabad.

23 Jan 2026
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Mumbai senior loses ₹11 crore in fake trading app scam

A 68-year-old businessman from Mumbai was tricked into investing ₹10.98 crore in a fraudulent online trading scheme, losing his entire investment.

23 Jan 2026
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Mumbai: Man arrested for trying to kidnap 5-year-old boy

A 55-year-old man was arrested in Mumbai for allegedly trying to kidnap the five-year-old son of a police sub-inspector from Worli police camp.

23 Jan 2026
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Magh Mela: Swami Avimukteshwaranand pushes back against eviction notice

After receiving an eviction notice from the Magh Mela authority, Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati has warned of potential legal action.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi-NCR finally gets rain after months of dryness

Delhi is set to experience light rain and thunderstorms on Vasant Panchami, potentially improving the city's air quality while posing potential disruptions to flight operations.

23 Jan 2026
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Six arrested after mob lynches man in Balasore, Odisha

A man was lynched in Odisha's Balasore district over suspected cattle trafficking, intensifying mistrust between majority and minority communities.

23 Jan 2026
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PM Modi launches NDA campaign in Tamil Nadu

In preparation for Prime Minister Modi's public meeting in Chennai, a seven-tier security system and significant traffic diversions are being implemented today.

23 Jan 2026
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Republic Day 2026: Karnataka's 'Millets to Microchips' tableau

The upcoming Republic Day parade will highlight India's journey of growth, from Bihar's makhana cultivation to Karnataka's technological advancements.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi government allocates ₹1,487cr for road sweepers, litter pickers

The Delhi government plans to clean 2,800km of city roads daily, setting aside ₹1,487 crore for the project over a decade.

23 Jan 2026
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India-EU summit: Big moves in trade, defense, and student mobility

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with ambassadors from EU countries, emphasizing the importance of a stronger India-EU relationship for global stability.

23 Jan 2026
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Activists to march 700km against SC's Aravalli ruling

Environmental coalition, Aravalli Virasat Jan Abhiyan, initiates a 700-km march to protest the Supreme Court's redefinition of the Aravalli range.

23 Jan 2026
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Magh Mela: 2 crore devotees expected on Basant Panchami

The Magh Mela administration prepares for the fourth major bathing festival, Basant Panchami, expecting nearly 2 crore devotees to participate in the sacred dip.

23 Jan 2026
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Supreme Court steps in on ED vs. West Bengal clash

The Supreme Court has declined to prevent the Enforcement Directorate (ED) from accessing I-PAC functionary Jitendra Mehta's mobile phone, dismissing privacy violation concerns.

23 Jan 2026
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Man stabs woman in Ahmedabad shop after personal fallout

A woman was brutally stabbed by a known man in an Ahmedabad shop after she refused to engage in conversation with him, leading to her serious injury.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi's crime rates hit new lows in 2025

Delhi police data reveals a substantial decrease in theft and burglary cases in 2025 compared to 2024. Enhanced preventive measures and enforcement are credited for this decline.

23 Jan 2026
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Delhi lifts pollution curbs as air gets a bit better

As air quality improves, Delhi lifts Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan, resuming construction activities and physical classes.

22 Jan 2026
Andhra Pradesh

Andhra weighs Australia-style social media ban for kids under 16

The Andhra Pradesh government is considering a ban on social media for children under 16, similar to Australia's recent legislation.

22 Jan 2026
Greater Noida

Final video shows Noida techie flashing light as rescuers watched 

A newly released video has captured the final moments of Yuvraj Mehta, a 27-year-old software engineer from Noida who tragically drowned after his car fell into a water-filled pit shortly after midnight on January 17.

22 Jan 2026
Odisha

Odisha government bans gutkha, pan masala, all tobacco-nicotine products

The Odisha government has imposed a statewide ban on all tobacco and nicotine products.

22 Jan 2026
Delhi High Court

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Delhi court acquits ex-Congress MP Sajjan Kumar

A Delhi court has acquitted former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a case related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

22 Jan 2026
Indian Army

Army vehicles falls into gorge in J&K; 10 soldiers killed

Ten soldiers were killed and 10 others were injured after their vehicle went off the road and fell into a gorge in the Doda district of Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday.

22 Jan 2026
Madhya Pradesh

SC allows Basant Panchami prayers, namaz at MP's disputed Bhojshala

The Supreme Court has ordered the peaceful conduct of Basant Panchami poojas and Juma Namaz on Friday at the disputed Bhoj Shala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh.

22 Jan 2026
Chhattisgarh

7 charred to death in explosion at Chhattisgarh steel plant 

A deadly explosion at the Real Ispat Steel Plant in Baloda Bazar district, Chhattisgarh, has left seven workers dead and several others injured.

22 Jan 2026
Manipur

Manipur man kidnapped, shot dead; viral video shows him begging 

A 38-year-old Meitei man was allegedly abducted and later shot dead by armed men in Manipur's Churachandpur district on Wednesday.

IAS who emptied stadium to walk dog appointed MCD commissioner 

Sanjeev Khirwar, the 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer who was at the center of a controversy over allegedly clearing a Delhi stadium to walk his dog, has been appointed as the new Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) commissioner.

22 Jan 2026
Jaipur

Speeding Thar runs over IAF aspirant who was out jogging  

Anaya Sharma, an 18-year-old Indian Air Force aspirant, was killed in a hit-and-run accident on a Jaipur expressway on Wednesday morning.

22 Jan 2026
Bengaluru

Korean woman alleges sexual harassment during immigration-clearance at Bengaluru airport

A 32-year-old South Korean businesswoman has accused a ground staff member of sexual harassment at Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport (KIA).

21 Jan 2026
High Court

Kerala woman arrested after man's suicide over viral harassment video 

YouTuber Shimjitha Musthafa was arrested on Wednesday in connection with the suicide of Deepak U, a 41-year-old sales officer from Govindapuram, Kerala.

21 Jan 2026
Canada

Pakistan, Punjab gangster-backed terrorists plotting R-Day strike: Report

Security forces in Delhi have been put on high alert after receiving intelligence reports of a possible terrorist attack on or before Republic Day (January 26).

21 Jan 2026
Indian Army

India, Pakistan troops exchange fire along LoC in Kupwara

An exchange of gunfire between Indian and Pakistani forces took place in the Keran sector of North Kashmir's Kupwara district on the night of January 20-21, defense sources told HT.

21 Jan 2026
Assam

Assam violence: Tensions rise in Kokrajhar after mob-lynching; internet suspended 

Tensions are running high in Assam's Kokrajhar district after clashes between the Bodo and Adivasi communities.

21 Jan 2026
Jharkhand

Jharkhand declares 'emergency' after elephant attack kills 22 

The Jharkhand government has declared an "elephant emergency" after a wild elephant went on a killing spree in the West Singhbhum district.

21 Jan 2026
Prayagraj

IAF's trainee aircraft crashes into water body in Prayagraj

An Indian Air Force (IAF) microlight aircraft crashed into a water body in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, on Wednesday. The incident took place during a routine training sortie.

21 Jan 2026
Air India

Air India crash plane had history of safety defects: Campaigners 

A Boeing 787 Dreamliner that crashed in India last year had a history of technical failures, including a fire incident, according to aviation safety campaigners in the United States.

21 Jan 2026
Kanpur

PhD scholar jumps to death on IIT-Kanpur campus

A PhD scholar at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur, died on Tuesday after he allegedly jumped from the sixth floor of a residential building.

20 Jan 2026
Indian Government

Who are the special guests of Republic Day Parade 2026?

The Indian government has invited over 10,000 "special guests" from across the country to attend the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path in New Delhi.

20 Jan 2026
Assam

Arson, violence, internet shutdown: Assam's Kokrajhar on edge after tensions

Tensions between the Bodo and Adivasi communities in Assam's Kokrajhar district have escalated into violence.

20 Jan 2026
Delhi

Delhi airport's 3rd runway to be shut for 5 months

Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in Delhi will close its third runway, Runway 11R/29L, for five months starting February 16.

20 Jan 2026
Ajmal Kasab

SC slams Maneka Gandhi for remarks on stray dog order 

The Supreme Court has expressed its displeasure over former Union Minister Maneka Gandhi's public criticism of its orders on the stray dog issue.

20 Jan 2026
Jaish-e-Mohammed

50 Maggis, 20kg rice: JeM's winter bunker unearthed in Kishtwar

A Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) terrorist group had been planning a long-term stay in the high mountains of Kishtwar, judging by the food items recovered by security forces.

20 Jan 2026
Himalayas

Western disturbances to bring rain, snow across Himalayas, north India

The India Meteorological Department(IMD) has forecast a series of three western disturbances that will likely bring prolonged wet weather to the western Himalayan region over the next week.

20 Jan 2026
Greater Noida

Builder arrested after Noida techie drowns in construction pit 

The Greater Noida Police has arrested builder Abhay Kumar in connection with the death of 27-year-old Noida techie Yuvraj Mehta.

20 Jan 2026
India

How India can become a high-income country by 2047

India's economy needs to grow at an annual rate of 7.5% over the next 21 years, to reach the World Bank's high-income threshold of $13,936 in gross national income (GNI) per capita by 2047.

20 Jan 2026
Chennai

Sabarimala gold case: ED raids 21 locations in 3 states 

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major crackdown on the Sabarimala gold smuggling case.

20 Jan 2026
Delhi

CAQM flags 'serious deficiencies' in GRAP measures implementation across Delhi-NCR

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has flagged "serious deficiencies" in implementing anti-pollution measures under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR).

20 Jan 2026
Noida

Noida techie's death: 2015 stormwater plan stayed on paper

The tragic drowning and agonizing final 90 minutes of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta in a waterlogged trench in Noida's Sector 150 have brought the city's long-standing civic issues to the centerstage once again.

20 Jan 2026
Delhi

Delhi's air quality upgrades to 'very poor'; Northeast monsoon withdraws

Cold wave persists in Delhi and the adjoining National Capital Region (NCR), while they simultaneously experience dense fog.

20 Jan 2026
Abu Dhabi

Nuclear reactors, AI: What Modi-UAE president discussed during short meeting 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a meaningful two-hour meeting in India on Monday.

20 Jan 2026
Gurugram

On camera: Gurugram doctor repeatedly runs Scorpio over Swiggy agent  

In a shocking incident of road rage, a Scorpio driver ran over a Swiggy delivery agent repeatedly in Gurugram's Hayatpur village.

20 Jan 2026
Karnataka

Karnataka DGP, Ranya Rao's stepfather, suspended over sleazy videos scandal

The Karnataka government has suspended K Ramachandra Rao, the Director General of Police (Civil Rights Enforcement), after several videos allegedly showing him in a compromising position with women went viral.

20 Jan 2026
Gujarat

India, UAE sign letter of intent for strategic defense partnership

India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have taken their bilateral relations to new heights by signing a letter of intent for a strategic defense partnership.

PM Modi's special airport welcome for UAE president's visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in New Delhi on Monday.

19 Jan 2026
Uttar Pradesh

Noida techie drowning: SIT formed, Noida Authority CEO removed

The Uttar Pradesh government has removed Noida Authority CEO Lokesh M after a 27-year-old techie drowned in a water-filled pit at an under-construction site in Sector 150.

19 Jan 2026
Cambodia

Pakistan involved in Cambodia-based job scam that duped Indians

A high-level investigation into a Cambodia-based job scam has revealed a Pakistani connection.

19 Jan 2026
Poland

'Don't help fuel terrorism in our neighborhood': Jaishankar tells Poland 

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday urged Poland to adopt a zero-tolerance policy toward terrorism.

19 Jan 2026
Jammu And Kashmir

Paratrooper, critically injured in gunfight with terrorists in J&K, dies

A paratrooper, who was critically injured in a gunfight with terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Sunday, has succumbed to his injuries.

Unnao rape accused denied bail in survivor's father's death case

The Delhi High Court has denied bail to former Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the custodial death case of the father of the Unnao rape victim.

19 Jan 2026
Greater Noida

'Trained rescuers just watched': Delivery agent on Noida techie's drowning 

A tragic incident unfolded in Greater Noida late Friday night, when a 27-year-old software engineer drowned after his car fell into a water-filled pit.

19 Jan 2026
Jhansi

UP: Man with 2 wives kills live-in-partner, burns body

In a shocking incident, a retired railway employee, already married to two women, allegedly killed his 32-year-old live-in partner in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh.

19 Jan 2026
Greater Noida

'Don't want to die': Excruciating final moments of Noida techie

A 27-year-old software engineer, Yuvraj Mehta, drowned in Greater Noida after his vehicle fell into a waterlogged pit over the weekend.

19 Jan 2026
Earthquake

Strong 5.7-magnitude earthquake jolts Ladakh's Leh 

A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck the Leh Ladakh region of northwestern Kashmir on Monday, the National Center for Seismology (NCS) confirmed.

19 Jan 2026
Umar Khalid

'Bail must be norm...': Ex-CJI Chandrachud on Umar Khalid's case

Former Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud has said that bail should be the rule if an expeditious trial is not possible.

19 Jan 2026
Assam

Manipur gang-rape horror: No suspects identified 2yrs after FIR filed 

A 20-year-old woman from the Kuki-Zo community has died after suffering severe physical and psychological injuries from an alleged gang rape incident during the May 2023 ethnic violence in Manipur.

19 Jan 2026
Sexual Harassment

'Got carried away': Teen's mother defends son groping American woman 

A teenage boy allegedly groped a United States woman on the Delhi Metro.

19 Jan 2026
Cambodia

Pakistan link emerges in 2024 Cambodia job scam: Report

A high-level investigation by central agencies has revealed a possible connection to Pakistan in the Cambodia job scam that victimized hundreds of Indians, according to a report by The indian Express.

19 Jan 2026
Delhi

Delhi records most severe January AQI in 2 years

Delhi is experiencing its most polluted January day in two years, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plunging further.

18 Jan 2026
Bareilly

12 detained for offering namaz in empty house 'without permission'

Police in Uttar Pradesh's Bareilly district have detained 12 people for allegedly offering namaz at an empty house without permission.