Agartala, Jan 17 (UNI) The Tripura government has requested the Centre’s approval to set up 15 additional Ekalavya Model Residential Schools in the state’s tribal areas to strengthen educational opportunities for backward communities.
Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Dense fog in Uttar Pradesh led to six road accidents on Sunday, involving around 30 vehicles. One person died, while 25 others sustained injuries.
Nagpur, Jan 17 (UNI) The Anti-Corruption Branch of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday arrested a sales officer of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh, officials said.
Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be on a 2- day visit to Uttar Pradesh from January 19 and is likely to appear in a court in a defamation case.
Kendrapara, Jan 17 (UNI) The mid-winter status survey of wetland birds will be conducted across five forest and wildlife ranges of Bhitarkanika National Park on January 18, according to Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of Rajnagar Mangrove Forest and Wildlife Division, Vardaraj Gaonkar.
Hyderabad, Jan 17 (UNI) : As many as 128 students graduated from the Administrative Staff College of India (ASCI) at its Convocation Ceremony held here on Saturday.
Samastipur, Jan 17 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and union Minister of state for home Nityanand Rai on Saturday alleged that a number of schemes involving the total amount of Rs 12 lakhs crores during long regime of Congress government since Independence in the country.
Mumbai, Jan 17 (UNI) Reliance Industries (RIL) has reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 18,645 crore in the third quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (Q3 FY26).
By G B Vanamali Chennai, Jan 17 (UNI) Amid a plethora of functions organised by the AIADMK cadres to celebrate the 109th birth anniversary of Party Founder and late Chief Minister M G Ramachandran, popularly called as MGR, across Tamil Nadu, a temple built for him at Nathamedu village in suburban Tirunindravur, drew hundreds of party cadres, who came and worshipped in the temple.
New Delhi, Jan 17 (UNI): The Indian Racing Festival will make its much-anticipated Goa debut with a high-octane formula Street Race Weekend scheduled for February 14–15, as Round 4 of the championship unfolds at the Manohar International Airport. Announced by the Chief Minister of Goa, Dr. Pramod Sawant, the event promises to elevate Goa’s status as a premier motorsport destination.
Varanasi, Jan 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said here on Saturday that more than 11 crore devotees visited Baba Vishwanath in Kashi last year.
Ranchi, Jan 17 (UNI) The Government of India’s Government e-Marketplace (GeM) will organise a one-day ‘GeM Excellence Event’ in Ranchi on January 19 to promote efficient and transparent public procurement in Jharkhand, official sources said on Friday.
New Delhi, Jan 17 (UNI) Senior policymakers, global corporate leaders, investors and heads of multilateral institutions from India and abroad will gather in Mumbai from February 17-19 for the inaugural Global Economic Cooperation 2026, a high-level, invitation-only forum aimed at redefining economic cooperation in an increasingly multipolar global order.
Hyderabad, Jan 17 (UNI) Hyderabad is set to host the 57th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle at Gachibowli here on Sunday, with the event bringing together fitness, mindfulness and community participation.
Ranchi, Jan 17 (UNI) The Jharkhand Academic Council (JAC) has released the admit cards for the Class 10 (Matriculation) Board Examination 2026.
Chennai, Jan 14 (UNI) The principal Opposition AIADMK on Saturday celebrated the 109th birth anniversary of Party Founder, late Chief Minister and Bharat Ratna MGR. in a grand manner.
Agartala, Jan 17 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha announced that the state government is actively seeking approval for an additional 100 MBBS seats, which would bring the total number of undergraduate medical seats in Tripura to 450, thereby expanding the scope of medical education in the Northeast.
Chennai, Jan 17 (UNI) The principal Opposition AIADMK on Saturday celebrated the 109th birth anniversary of Party Founder, late Chief Minister and Bharat Ratna MGR in a grand manner, befitting the occasion. The party celebrated the occasion across Tamil Nadu by organising various welfare programmes.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 17 (UNI) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the State’s first ‘Work Near Home’ (WNH) centre under the brand “Commune” at Kottarakkara on January 19 at 4 pm, marking a major step towards decentralised, technology-enabled workplaces.
Los Angeles, Jan 17 (UNI) The United States has recorded at least 18 million influenza illnesses, 230,000 hospitalizations and 9,300 deaths so far during the current flu season, according to the latest estimates released Friday by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) today stated that it has filed a prosecution complaint (chargesheet) against Jawad Ahmad Siddiqui and others, who are accused of generating and laundering proceeds of crime (POC) linked to Al-Falah Charitable Trust, Al-Falah University, and allied institutions.
Aizawl, Jan 16 (UNI) The Central government has released Rs 15.20 crore to Mizoram for its rural local bodies under the Fifteenth Finance Commission (XV-FC) grants, providing a significant boost to grassroots governance and development across the State. The amount, released during the financial year 2025–26, represents the second instalment of untied grants for the financial year 2024–25.
Bengaluru, Jan 16 (UNI) Vishvaraj Jadeja''s masterful unbeaten 165 propelled Saurashtra into the final of the Vijay Hazare Trophy as they chased down Punjab’s 292 with nine wickets in hand and 63 balls to spare at the Centre of Excellence here on Friday.
Hyderabad, Jan 16 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on late Friday evening handed over appointment letters to 1,370 candidates selected for Group-3 posts at a programme held at Shilpakala Vedika in the Hitech City area and criticised the previous BRS government for what he termed "irresponsible" handling of recruitment examinations.
Nashik, Jan 16 (UNI) The Mahayuti alliance, comprising BJP, Shinde''s Shiv Sena and NCP Ajit Pawar, has so far captured 94 out of total 122 seats in the Nashik Municipal Corporation general election, the counting for which is currently underway today.
Vijayawada, Jan 16 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for IT and Electronics Nara Lokesh has announced that AM Green is establishing a 1.5 MTPA Green Ammonia export terminal in Kakinada.
Kolkata, Jan 16 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, filed a defamation suit against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday, accusing her of making baseless and defamatory allegations linking him to the coal scam.
Tehran, Jan 16 (UNI) As Iran battles a near-total communications blackout and one of the harshest waves of state crackdowns since the 1979 Islamic revolution, three people living in different cities have given accounts of the sheer brutality of the repression by security personnel that has left cities shocked, bloody, grieving, and engulfed in fear.
New Delhi, Jan 16, UNI: The Congress party has intensified its political preparations ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections with meeting of the screening committee scheduled Congress screening committee to hold its first meeting in Kolkata on January 18.
Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI) The results of the Maharashtra local body elections have thrown up a surprise with the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) registering a strong surge across the state. The party, led by Asaduddin Owaisi, has taken the lead in 58 seats across 11 municipal corporations, significantly altering established political equations.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit West Bengal and Assam on January 17-18. Assembly polls are due in the two eastern states in April-May, apart from Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry in the South.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said India’s startup movement has grown into a “revolution” over the past decade, reshaping the country’s economic landscape and making risk-taking mainstream, as he addressed a programme marking 10 years of the Startup India initiative at Bharat Mandapam here.
New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit West Bengal and Assam on January 17 and 18 to inaugurate and lay the foundation for several significant infrastructure and cultural projects aimed at boosting regional connectivity, economic development, and cultural heritage, an official government release said.
Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI) Trends from the counting of votes for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections on Friday indicated a clear lead for the BJP-led alliance, which crossed the majority mark as counting progressed through the morning.
Raipur, Jan 16 (UNI) Chhattisgarh will open India''s professional golf season as the Chhattisgarh Open Golf Championship tees off the 2026 Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) calendar from February 3 to 6 at the Fairway Golf & Lake Resort in Naya Raipur.
Vijayawada, June 16 (UNI) The Government of Andhra Pradesh here on Friday announced a major global milestone in India’s clean-energy journey with the first major equipment erection ceremony of AM Green’s Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia Complex to be held in Kakinada on January 17, 2026.
Bilaspur, Jan 16 (UNI) The State-Level Nalwari Fair 2026, an event of historical and cultural significance for the Bilaspur district, will be held this year from March 17 to 23. The district administration has begun preparations to ensure the successful and well-organised conduct of the fair. In this regard, the first preliminary meeting regarding the fair''s organisation was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner Rahul Kumar, with officials from various departments in attendance.
Lucknow, Jan 15 (UNI) An online friendship that began on WhatsApp turned into a massive cyber fraud for a man from Lucknow, who ended up losing Rs 1.92 crore, police said on Thursday.
Kochi, Jan 16 (UNI) Kudumbashree, the State’s poverty eradication mission, will make a significant entry into the global agri-food sector with the launch of its new brand ‘K-Inam’, comprising 30 premium agricultural value-added food products, on January 17.
Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI) Vote counting for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections will commence at 10 am on Friday at 23 designated centres across Mumbai, Municipal Commissioner and District Election Officer Bhushan Gagrani said.
Kochi, Jan 16 (UNI) Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has delivered MS Heinz, the first vessel in the HS EcoFreighter series of Multi-Purpose Vessels (MPVs), to Germany-based HS Schiffahrts UG (haftungsbeschränkt) & Co. KG.
Kochi, Jan 16 (UNI) The second edition of the India International Industrial Expo, along with the Industrial Mega Summit, jointly organised by the Kerala State Small Industries Association (KSSIA) and Metro Mart, will be inaugurated by Kerala Minister for Electricity K. Krishnankutty here on Friday.
Kannur, Jan 15 (UNI) The parole of newly-elected CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) councillor of Payyanur Municipality, V K Nishad, who is serving a 20-years sentence in connection with a bomb attack on a police vehicle, was extended by another 15 days on Thursday.
By Rajib ChakrabortySagar Island (WB), Jan 15 (UNI) Around 1.3 crore pilgrims visited this island on the southern tip of West Bengal to take a ritual dip at the Sagar Sangam — the confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal — during the ongoing Gangasagar fair till Thursday on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti.
Jalna, Jan 15 (UNI) A shocking incident disrupted polling day in Jalna city on Thursday after a rabid dog attacked voters leaving between 10 to 15 people injured, two seriously.
Bengaluru, Jan 15 (UNI) The Karnataka Games 2025-26 are set to commence from January 16 and will continue till January 22, with Tumakuru and Bengaluru serving as the main venues for the week-long sporting extravaganza.
Washington, Jan. 15 (UNI) The U.S. Department of Treasury is imposing sanctions on 13 more entities and 11 more individuals allegedly linked to Iran, according to the Specially Designated Nationals list updated on Thursday by the department''s Office of Foreign Assets Control.
Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) The Navi Mumbai International Airport has crossed the one-lakh passenger mark within the first 19 days of commercial operations, marking a significant early milestone for the newly operational aviation hub in the Mumbai metropolitan region.
Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 15(UNI) Delhi Legislative assembly secretariat on Thursday issued a notice to Leader of Opposition and AAP leader Atishi in connection with an alleged breach of privilege and contempt of the House over remarks reportedly made against Sikh Gurus during Assembly proceedings earlier this month.
Los Angeles, Jan 15 (UNI) Hollywood may have found its next tongue-in-cheek cinematic event, when Robert Downey Jr. and Timothée Chalamet have playfully proposed turning December 18 into a pop-culture phenomenon, as "Avengers: Doomsday" and "Dune: Part Three" prepare to open in cinemas on the same day.
Ranchi, Jan 15 (UNI) Mass Drug Administration (MDA) under the National Lymphatic Filariasis Elimination Programme will be conducted in Ranchi district on February 10, to eliminate filariasis (elephantiasis).
Dhaka, Jan 15 (UNI) Bangladesh Islami Andolan, led by Charmonai Pir, has withdrawn from the 11-party alliance formed by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and the National Citizen Party (NCP), reducing the bloc to 10 parties, senior leaders confirmed.
Bijapur, Jan 15 (UNI) In a major breakthrough for Chhattisgarh’s counter-insurgency and rehabilitation efforts, 52 Maoist cadres surrendered in Bijapur district on Thursday, signalling a further weakening of the outlawed organisation in the Bastar region.
New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI): India''s HS Pranoy bowed out of the India Open after losing to Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew in the men’s singles Round of 16 on Thursday at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
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New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) A Special CBI Court in Panchkula awarded jail terms to six persons in connection with a Rs 152 crore bank fraud case.
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Hyderabad, Jan 15 (UNI) In a rare humanitarian gesture, the Telangana government has borne the entire cost of repatriating the mortal remains of a worker who died in Oman, after the company management refused responsibility and the Indian Embassy cited a shortage of funds.
Hyderabad, Jan 15 (UNI) Telangana Tourism Department on Thursday thanked the people of the State for making the International Kite and Sweet Festival, organised at Secunderabad Parade Grounds on the occasion of Sankranthi, a grand success.
Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) Polling is underway in Mumbai and across Maharashtra on Thursday for elections to 29 municipal corporations, with the contest for control of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) significantly raising the political temperature in the state. The BMC, regarded as India’s richest civic body, is seen as the most prestigious prize in the civic polls.
Riyadh, Jan 15 (UNI) French rider Adrien Van Beveren of Monster Energy Honda HRC won Stage 10 of the 2026 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, while France''s Mathieu Serradori claimed the Ultimate-class car stage victory and Qatar''s Nasser Al-Attiyah returned to the overall lead.
Dharamshala, Jan 14 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh State Scheduled Caste Commission Chairman Kuldeep Kumar Dhiman, along with Members Advocate Digvijay Malhotra and Advocate Vijay Dogra, will be on an official visit to Kangra district from January 15 to January 19.
Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI)The Department of Critical Care Medicine at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) Lucknow has prepared a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on ''End-of-Life Care''. An awareness workshop will be organized on January 16 to share this SOP with health experts across the state. The workshop will be held in a hybrid mode (online and offline).
Nagpur, Jan 14 (UNI) In a startling incident, a 103-year-old woman, bedridden for two months, was declared dead by her family, only to be discovered alive during funeral preparations.
Rajkot, Jan 14 (UNI) A commanding unbeaten century by Daryl Mitchell overshadowed a fighting batting effort from India as New Zealand produced a clinical chase to register a seven-wicket victory and level the series in the second One-Day International of the New Zealand tour of India at the Niranjan Shah Stadium here on Wednesday.
Tirumala, Jan 14 (UNI) The famous mock hunt festival of ‘Parveta Utsavam’ will be observed on January 16, on the day of the Kanuma festival. On the same day, Goda Parinayotsavam will also be performed, a TTD release stated on Wednesday.
Aizawl, Jan 14(UNI): With Mizoram and the entire Northeast located in one of the country’s most earthquake-prone regions, the state government has announced a comprehensive, state-level earthquake mock drill to be conducted on January 15 to assess preparedness, coordination and public response in the event of a major seismic disaster.
Tirupati, Jan 14 (UNI) : The Gopuja Mahotsavam will be observed in a grand manner on January 16, on the occasion of Kanuma festival, at the TTD-run Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshanasala (SV Gosala) in Tirupati.
Chandigarh, Jan 14 (UNI) The Headquarters Army Training Command (ARTRAC) organised the 10th Armed Forces Veterans’ Day interaction in Shimla on Wednesday, bringing together a large number of ex-servicemen from the Shimla district to discuss issues concerning their welfare and well-being.
Chandigarh, Jan 14 (UNI) The Punjab Government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is set to formally launch a state-level campaign titled ‘Our Elders, Our Pride’ on January 16, 2026, from SAS Nagar (Mohali), with the objective of ensuring the welfare, security and dignified living of senior citizens.
Hyderabad, Jan 14 (UNI) Telangana Minister for Panchayat Raj, Rural Development, Rural Water Supply, and Women and Child Welfare Danasari Anasuya Seethakka on Wednesday directed officials to make comprehensive arrangements for the visit of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and other ministers to Medaram on January 18.
Bengaluru, Jan 14 (UNI) In a rare example of fast-tracked urban infrastructure delivery, a piped natural gas (PNG) network connecting 250 homes at SBI Colony in JP Nagar 1st Phase was completed in just 100 days and inaugurated on Wednesday by Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya.
Ranchi, Jan 14 (UNI ) Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Wednesday expressed deep relief along with a stern resolve following the safe recovery of the minor siblings Ansh and Anshika, who were abducted from Ranchi 13 days ago.
Bengaluru, Jan 14 (UNI) Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and Pradesh Congress Committee president DK Shivakumar on Wednesday said he would be visiting New Delhi on January 16 and clarified that his meeting with Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi was strictly in accordance with protocol, dismissing speculation about any change in the Chief Ministership in the state.
Chennai, Jan 14 (UNI) The principal Opposition AIADMK today said it wouldcelebrating the 109th birth anniversary of Party Founder, late Chief Ministerand Bharat Ratna MGR on January 17.
Dubai, Jan 14 (UNI) Virat Kohli’s brilliant form has propelled him back to the top of the ICC .
New Delhi, Jan 14(UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday announced the inauguration of 81 new Ayushman Arogya Mandirs across the national Capital, further strengthening neighbourhood-level healthcare services.
Moscow, Jan14 (UNI/SPUTNIK) One person was killed and another was injured as a result of a drone attack on a car in Russia''s Belgorod Region, Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said on Wednesday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 14 (UNI) The 16th Session of the Fifteenth Kerala Legislative Assembly will commence on January 20, 2026, with the Governor’s Policy Address marking the opening of the session.
Nasik, Jan 14 (UNI) The voting process for 122 seats in 31 wards of the Municipal Corporation will be held on Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM at 1563 polling stations. Of these, 266 centres are sensitive and special precautions will be taken there. In this election, 13,60,722 voters will exercise their right to vote.
Ranchi, Jan 14 (UNI ) The minor siblings seven-year-old Ansh Kumar and six-year-old Anshika Kumari who had gone missing from the Mausbari Mallar Kocha area under the Dhurwa police station limits of Ranchi, were recovered safely after 12 days.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 14 (UNI) The day-and-night protest organised by the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) in front of Lok Bhavan will conclude on Wednesday at 10 am.
Chennai, Jan 14 (UNI) More than 16,000 police personnel and 1,500 Home Guards would be deployed on security duty in this megapolis ahead of "Kaanum Pongal" (sight seeing) on January 17, marking the culmination of the four-day Pongal festivities in Tamil Nadu.
Lucknow, Jan 13( UNI) Samsung, India''s largest consumer electronics brand, on the occasion of National Youth Day, announced the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, marking a significant milestone in the company’s youth-skilling efforts in the state.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 13 (UNI) In protest against the gold theft at Sabarimala, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will light the Sabarimala Protection Jyothi at more than 10,000 centres across Kerala on January 14, on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, a senior leader announced on Tuesday.
Shillong, Jan 13 (UNI) Meghalaya Police today arrested a Traffic warden for forcing a group of tourists from Assam’s Cachar district to cough up Rs. one lakh as “fine” for driving his car into a no-entry zone.
Mumbai, Jan 13 (UNI) In a major crackdown on narcotics trafficking, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence Mumbai Zonal Unit conducted a series of coordinated operations across multiple cities over the past three days, leading to the seizure of drugs valued at Rs. 17,55,00,000 in the illicit market, an official said on Tuesday.
Dharamshala, Jan 13 (UNI) Four youths were killed and one person was seriously injured after a car they were travelling in plunged into a 1,200 feet deep gorge in Sokdhu area of Utrala in Baijnath Subdivision of Kangra district, police said .
Agra, Jan 13 (UNI) Shah Jahan''s 371st Urs will be celebrated at the Taj Mahal in Agra district of Uttar Pradesh from January 15-17. A special 1,720 meter long Lambdi Chadar will be offered at Shah Jahan''s grave on the last day of Urs.
Prayagraj, Jan 13 ( UNI) The second sacred bathing festival (snan) of Prayagraj''s Sangam-based Magh Mela will be held on Makar Sankranti, on January 15.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday chaired the 13th meeting of the Council of the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research (NITSER) at Bharat Mandapam here.
Pune, Jan 13 (UNI) Pune is ready to slip into celebration mode as the 24th edition of Pune International Film Festival (PIFF) opens this Thursday, bringing acclaimed filmmakers, renowned media personalities and cinema lovers under one roof.
Pune, Jan 13 (UNI) Hemant Patil, National President of India Against Corruption and OBC leader, on Tuesday appealed to citizens to cast their votes in the upcoming municipal corporation elections scheduled for January 15, without falling prey to caste considerations or temptations. Through these elections, voters are gaining the right to shape the city’s development by choosing the right candidates.
Aizawl, Jan 13 (UNI) Enforcement agencies in Mizoram have seized a large quantity of methamphetamine in two separate operations over the past few weeks, arresting five persons and highlighting the state’s continued vulnerability as a transit route for narcotics trafficking.
Tehran, Jan 13 (UNI) About 12,000 people including security personnel have been killed in protests in Iran, following the nationwide protests and the brutal crackdown by security personnel.
Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has instructed all the BLOs in Uttar Pradesh to read out the draft electoral roll of SIR to the voters at all polling booths across the state in a mission mode on January 18.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate''s (ED) Chandigarh zonal office said on Tuesday that it has attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 10.86 crore in a land fraud case involving Sandeep Yadav and others.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Coming as a major relief to the gig workers, union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has persuaded major delivery aggregators to remove the mandatory 10-minute delivery deadline.
New Delhi, Jan 13(UNI) Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) on Tuesday welcomed the Central Government’s decision to ban 10-minute delivery services offered by quick commerce platforms, calling the move timely, humane and far-sighted, as it prioritises the safety and lives of delivery personnel.
Ranchi / Chennai /Bhubaneswar, Jan 13 (UNI) The Hockey India League (HIL) has achieved a landmark milestone by crossing 1 billion social media views in just over two weeks since the start of the current season, across platforms including Meta (Instagram and Facebook), YouTube and X.
Ranchi, Jan 13 (UNI) Aditya Sahu is set to become the next president of the Bharatiya Janata Party Jharkhand, with his election virtually assured after he emerged as the sole nominee for the post.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the government has taken responsibility for ensuring the safety of both humans and animals through the One Health Mission, adding that India’s scientists will no longer have to depend on foreign countries for research on dangerous viruses as the nation moves toward self-reliance in the field of biotechnology research.
by Rohit MitraNew Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) At 20 years of age, Ayush Shetty is one of India''s most promising shuttlers, after a very fruitful 2025 when he won the US Open Super 300 and upset former world champion Loh Kean Yew at the Hylo Open, he is eager to earn further laurels for the country in 2026.
Bhubaneshwar, Jan 13 (UNI) The Orissa High Court has ruled that the Collector, Khordha is not competent in accordance with law to settle the rights of Sevayats performing rituals at the Lord Lingaraj Mahaprabhu Temple Trust in Bhubaneswar.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday said all cases related to alleged violence during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal will be heard together on January 19, after responses are received from the parties concerned.
Leh, Jan 13(UNI): Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League (REIHL) Season 3 is set to return to Ladakh from January 29 to February 14, 2026.
Shimla, Jan 13 (UNI) Light clouds and fog continued to overcast the skies across Himachal Pradesh, while weather conditions remained largely dry during the past 24 hours.
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New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday delivered a split verdict on the constitutional validity of Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which requires prior government approval before starting an investigation against a public servant for decisions taken in official duty. A two-judge Bench comprising Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Justice K.V. Viswanathan differed in their views on the provision, which was inserted through the 2018 amendment to the Act.
Oslo, Jan 13 (UNI) One of the world’s most prestigious chess tournaments, Norway Chess, will enter a new phase from 2026 as the event relocates from Stavanger to Oslo after 13 years, as per the release by Norway Chess.
Nasik, Jan 13 (UNI) In connection with the Nashik Municipal Corporation General Election 2025–26, the voting process will be conducted on Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Manila, Jan 13 (UNI) The death toll from a landfill landslide in the central Philippine city of Cebu has climbed to 11, as rescuers continued searching on Tuesday for 25 missing workers, authorities said.
Washington, Jan 13 (UNI) The U.S. State Department announced Monday that it has revoked over 100,000 visas since U.S. President Donald Trump took office nearly a year ago.
Baghdad, Jan. 12 (UNI) Iraq on Monday sent 12 tonnes of essential food supplies to the Gaza Strip in a humanitarian airlift operation, the Iraqi Defense Ministry said. A ministry statement said a C-130 transport aircraft departed Baghdad for El Arish Airport in Egypt, where the aid will be handed over to the Egyptian Red Crescent for delivery to Gaza.
Noida, Jan 12 (UNI): Adroit Sports Ventures LLP announced the acquisition of a franchise in the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), with the newly inducted team named Meerut 1857 Yoddhas, set to compete in the league’s third season.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) India’s direct tax collections recorded a robust growth in the current financial year, with net collections rising by 8.82 per cent to Rs 18.37 lakh crore as on January 11, 2026, compared to the corresponding period last year, according to official data released on Monday here.
Puri, Jan 12 (UNI) Hundreds of irate villagers belonging to eleven villages gheraoed the district land consolidation and land settlement offices and locked them today demanding a stop to the ongoing settlement work till the 1988 Supreme Court order is implemented. The villagers alleged that most of the villagers have lost their title over landed property due to the inordinate delay and irregularity in settlement of land rights by the revenue administration since 1988.
Sydney, Jan 12 (UNI) A year ago, Belinda Bencic found herself 421st in the world rankings. The former Olympic champion had dropped down after an 11-month maternity break in which she had daughter Bella. But after a solid 2025 and a superb start to the 2026 season, Bencic is now back inside the world''s top 10.
Joymala BagchiNew Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) An unusual initiative has begun in the capital city of Delhi ahead of Republic Day. A seven-day ''chicken party'' has been organised for kites and other large birds.
Mumbai, Jan 12 (UNI) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) officially announced a decline in its profit after tax (PAT) for the third quarter of the financial year (Q3 FY26), on Monday, though its revenue rose by 5%.
Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) E To E Transportation Infrastructure Limited (E2E Rail), a rail engineering and system integration company listed on the NSE Emerge platform, has disclosed consolidated order inflows worth approximately Rs 134.41 crore received between October 1, 2025, and January 10, 2026, following the filing of its IPO offer documents.
Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Congress on Monday announced an extensive 100-day action programme, signalling an aggressive political push ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle. The programme was unveiled at a press conference held at the Pradesh Congress Headquarters by Leader of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Legislature Party, Aradhana Mishra ''Mona'', who said the party was ready to take on the BJP government over issues of democracy, constitutional values and people''s rights.
Aizawl, Jan 12 (UNI) Mizoram reported 145 deaths among tuberculosis (TB) patients in 2025, even as health authorities said the state achieved an 84 per cent cure rate among those diagnosed during the year.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The Delhi government has decided to extend winter holidays until January 15 as severe cold accompanied by wind has gripped the national Capital. The winter holidays began on January 1. Keeping in mind the safety of students, classes beginning from nursery to 8 will remain shut as per orders of the Directorate of Education (DoE).
Mumbai, Jan 12 (UNI) The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (BSE), which are both headquartered in Mumbai, officially announced here on Monday that they will remain closed on Thursday, January 15, 2026 when the municipal corporation elections will be held.
Itanagar, Jan 12 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt General (Retd) KT Parnaik on Monday interacted with officers and all ranks of the 17 Mountain Division during its 65th Raising Day celebrations at the Army Cantonment, Gangtok.
New Delhi, Jan 12(UNI) Leader of the House of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Pravesh Wahi on Monday inspected the Bio-mining progress work at the Bhalswa landfill site.
Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) A total 2,991 graduands received their degress atthe 15th convocation of B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology (BSARCIST) its campus today.
Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) Lucknow is set to become a hub for aspiring young footballers as the Bhaichung Bhutia Football Schools (BBFS) will conduct scouting trials in the city on January 18 to identify promising student-athletes for its Residential Academy. The trials will be held at the Dilkusha Football Ground, with participants required to report at 9:30 AM.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) India’s retail inflation remained subdued in December 2025, with the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation recorded at 1.33 per cent (Provisional), said an official statement released on Monday here.
Thrissur, Jan 12 (UNI) With just a day to go for the opening of the 64th edition of the State School ''Kalolsavam'', Asia''s biggest arts fete, Thrissur, the host city, is fully decked up, to receive artists and art lovers alike.
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Pune, Jan 12 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) candidate from Ward No. 6 and city organiser Anand Goyal on Monday assured residents of the Yerawada area that development works stalled for the past 12 years will be taken up and completed on priority through the Pune Municipal Corporation.
Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) A startling revelation that only 25 out of 167 identified encroachers in Kogilu Layout near Yelahanka may be eligible for housing has emerged as the police crackdown on illegal occupation intensified, triggering a wave of overnight evacuations by residents who had earlier claimed to possess valid documents.
Shimla, Jan 12 (UNI) Apple growers producing more than 100 boxes of apples in Himachal Pradesh will be required to submit land ownership details while claiming payments under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), according to the Managing Director of the HPMC.
Kanpur, Jan 12 (UNI) A horrifying double murder has shaken Kanpur district after a man allegedly killed his pregnant wife and their 18-month-old son by slitting their throats with a sharp-edged weapon. The incident took place in Udaipur (Shardepur) village under the Ghatampur police station area, police said on Monday. According to police, the accused has been identified as Surendra Yadav alias Swami, a truck helper by profession and a resident of Shardepur, a hamlet of Gopalpur village. He is reportedly addicted to alcohol.
Lucknow, Jan 12 ( UNI) SLMG Beverages has ended 2025 on a strong note, crossing the Rs 8,000 crore revenue milestone and consolidating its position as one of India’s largest independent bottlers of Coca-Cola.
Shimla, Jan 12 ( UNI) After two days of biting cold, minimum temperatures showed a marked improvement across Himachal Pradesh on Monday, bringing partial relief to residents.
Pune, Jan 12 (UNI) Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction) candidate Harshvardhan Deepak Mankar on Monday announced a 100-day action plan to address key civic issues immediately after the completion of the election process.
Shimla, Jan 12 (UNI) Amid biting cold conditions in Himachal Pradesh, the Meteorological Department on Monday issued an orange alert for a severe cold wave in parts of the state.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) Punjabi singer and actor Mika Singh has made an emotional appeal to the Supreme Court of India amid the ongoing legal debate over stray dog management, pledging to donate 10 acres of land to support the care and welfare of street dogs.
F L A S H - 1 PSLV-C62 CARRYING EOS-N1 EARTH OBSERVATION SATELLITE OF DRDO AND 15 CO-PASSENGERSATELLITES FROM ABROAD LIFTS OFF FROM THE FIRST LAUNCH PAID AT 1018 HRS FROM THE SHARRANGE SRIHARIKOTA.
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 12 (UNI) ISRO''s workhorse and reliable launch vehicle PSLV-C62with EOS-N1 Earth Obesrvation satellite designed and developed by DRDO, and15 other co-passengers as payload from foreign countries lifted off from the SHAR Range here at 1018 hrs on Monday morning.
Los Angeles, Jan 12 (UNI) ‘Owen Cooper’ made Golden Globes history on Sunday night, becoming the ‘youngest-ever’ winner of the award for male actor in a supporting role on television. At just 16, the Adolescence star surpassed Chris Colfer, who was 20 when he won for Glee in 2010, confirms Variety.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 12 (UNI) The revered Murajapam ritual at the Lord Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple, one of the most ancient and spiritually significant observances of the shrine, will conclude with the grand Lakshadeepam on January 14, marking the culmination of the 56-day-long Vedic chanting ceremony.
Kuala Lumpur, Jan. 11 (UNI) World No. 1 Shi Yuqi of China retired with a back injury during Sunday''s Malaysia Open final against Thailand''s Kunlavut Vitidsarn. Shi, the reigning world champion, played through pain but pulled out after dropping the first game 21-23. He credited Kunlavut after the match.
Colombo, Jan 11 (UNI) India will construct 15 Bailey Bridges by utilising a 450 million dollar cyclone recovery package to rebuild Sri Lanka’s damaged infrastructure, the Indian High Commission here has said.
Riyadh, Jan. 11 (UNI) China beat Australia 1-0 on Sunday in its second Group D match at the 2026 AFC U23 Asian Cup in Riyadh. China broke the deadlock in the 43rd minute after winning a set piece on the left. In a goalmouth scramble, Peng Xiao scored from inside the penalty area to give China a 1-0 lead.
Mathura, Jan 11 (UNI) On the occasion of its centenary celebrations, the RSS is organizing Hindu conferences in villages across the country.
Lucknow, Jan 11 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government continues to take decisive steps to equip the state’s youth with contemporary, employment-oriented skills.
Kazipet (Telangana), Jan 11(UNI): Over 1,400 athletes from all across India are participating in the 58th Senior National Kho Kho Championship (Men & Women) 2025-26 that commenced here at Railway Stadium here on Sunday.
Hyderabad, Jan 11 (UNI) The Cyberabad Traffic Police (CTP) conducted a special drunk-driving enforcement drive over the weekend (Jan 9 to 10) and apprehended 137 offenders for driving under the influence of alcohol. The highest number of violations involved two-wheelers (92 cases) followed by four-wheelers (39), three-wheelers (5) and one heavy vehicle, Cyberabad Traffic police said in a release here on Sunday.
Medaram (Mulugu Dist), Jan 11 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Sunday said that the Sammakka–Saralamma Jatara is not merely a tribal festival but the heartbeat of Telangana and a powerful symbol of the state''s self-respect.
Lucknow, Jan 11 (UNI) Once again, the “hand” symbol and the name of Priyanka Gandhi are set to resonate across Uttar Pradesh’s political landscape.
Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 11 (UNI) In a remarkable example of compassionate healthcare, the Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS), here has provided free super-speciality medical treatment worth Rs 18 lakh to an economically underprivileged patient under the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams’ (TTD) SV Pranadana Scheme.
Shimla, Jan 11 (UNI) The Youth Services and Sports Department, Himachal Pradesh, has announced trials for the selection of the state ice hockey teams (men''s and women''s) for the upcoming Khelo India Winter Games 2026. According to an official press release issued by the department, the trials are scheduled to take place on January 12, 2026.
London, Jan 11 (UNI) Sixth-tier Macclesfield caused one of the biggest upsets in FA Cup history on Saturday when it knocked reigning champion Crystal Palace out of the competition with a 2-1 home win.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 11 (UNI) More than one lakh job opportunities have been identified through the Back to Campus Skill Training programme being implemented under the Vijnana Keralam project, led by the Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC).
Cape Town, Jan. 10 (UNI) Several wildfires continued to rage across South Africa''s Western and Eastern Cape provinces on Saturday, with more than 100,000 hectares of land burned in the Western Cape and further evacuations underway, authorities said. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde told public broadcaster SABC on Saturday morning that fires were affecting the entire Western Cape Province as well as parts of the neighboring Eastern Cape.
London, Jan 10 (UNI) Antoine Semenyo scored on his debut as a rampant Manchester City showed no mercy by putting 10 past sorry League One side Exeter City to match the club''s biggest victory and reach the FA Cup fourth round in ruthless fashion on Saturday.
New Delhi, Jan 10 (UNI) The Indian Navy will be organizing a Joint Services Multi-Specialty Medical Camp in the union Territory of Lakshadweep from January 12 to 16, reaffirming the Navy''s commitment to healthcare outreach, community welfare and sustained civil-military cooperation.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 10 (UNI) Reliance Foundation has announced the results of its prestigious Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships for 2025-26, with 127 UG-PG students from Odisha selected for the Reliance Foundation Scholarships, among the 5,100 scholars selected nationwide, for the academic year 2025-26.
Sitapur (UP), Jan 10 (UNI) The local police has registered a major case of Goods and Services Tax (GST) evasion exceeding Rs 100 crore and busted an organized inter-district racket involved in large-scale tax fraud through the timber trade. Seven accused have been arrested in a joint operation conducted by Khairabad police station and the Special Operations Group (SOG), police sources said on Saturday.
Mumbai, Jan 10 (UNI) The Tata Power Company Limited officially announced here on Saturday that it has completed the acquisition of a 100 per cent equity stake in Jejuri Hinjewadi Power Transmission Limited (JHPTL), which is a special purpose vehicle (SPV) established for the Intra-State Transmission Project in the state of Maharashtra.
Varanasi, Jan 10 (UNI) Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s ''Khelo India'' campaign, the excitement of kite flying is about to begin in the holy city of Kashi. The Varanasi Municipal Corporation will organize a grand two-day kite competition on the sandbanks opposite Dashashwamedh Ghat from January 12.
Chennai, Jan 10 (UNI) The Countdown for the January 12 launch of PSLV-C62 / EOS-N1 Mission Earth Observation Satellite along with 15 other co-passenger satellites will begin tomorrow at the spaceport of Sriharikota.
New Delhi, Jan 10 (UNI) Lieutenant General Manoj Kumar Katiyar, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Command, felicitated 100 gallantry and distinguished service awardees during the Western Command Investiture Ceremony held at the Manekshaw Centre, here today.
Vijayawada, Jan 10 (UN): Dr. Ananda Kumar Pingali, Principal of ASR Homoeopathic Medical College, Tadepalligudem, will receive the ''Best Researcher Award in Homoeopathy'' from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (Dr. NTRUHS) on January 12.
Patna, Jan. 10 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha on Saturday said that the registration of more than one million farmers under the Agristack Mega Campaign is a major achievement of the state government.
Riyadh, Jan 10 (UNI) American rider Ricky Brabec of Monster Energy Honda HRC won Stage 6 of the 2026 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, while defending champion Daniel Sanders of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing kept the overall lead despite a costly speeding penalty on the eve of the rally''s rest day in Riyadh. Brabec clocked 3:41:33 to claim his 12th Dakar stage victory, finishing 1 minute and 14 seconds ahead of Spain''s Tosha Schareina, with Sanders third, 1 minute and 17 seconds behind.
Beijing, Jan 10 (UNI) China''s top-ranked paddlers Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha led the player list announced Saturday for the 2026 World Table Tennis (WTT) Singapore Smash. .
Jaipur, Jan 10 (UNI) The brain storming at the Jaipur Literature Festival-2026 will have a spirited start on Thursday next with scholars, writers and scribes along with audiences revisiting historic events, errors and actions in the Vietnam War, in inspiring tales of Web Celeb Jimmy Wales and also questioning the country’s current chase after higher GDPs.
United Nations, Jan 9 (UNI) Friday marks 1,000 days since the war in Sudan began, with civilians bearing the brunt of a conflict they did not choose, said UN humanitarians. Nearly 34 million people, or about two-thirds of the population, now need humanitarian assistance, making Sudan the world''s largest humanitarian crisis, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
Chennai, Jan 10 (UNI) Players from 14 countries will be seen in action in the Adityan ITF M25 International Tennis Tournament to be held at the well maintained SDAT stadium from January 12 rto18.
Washington, Jan 10 (UNI) President Donald Trump on Friday called for a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10 percent, starting January 20, saying Americans are being “ripped off” by credit card companies.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 10 (UNI) Home Minister and senior BJP leader Amit Shah will visit Kerala on January 11 to formally launch the Bharatiya Janata Party’s campaign for the upcoming Assembly elections in the state.
Chennai, Jan 10 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu Government has notified 100 New Reserve Forests across the State between 2021 and 2025, marking a significant milestone in its sustained efforts to strengthen forest protection, enhance ecological security and build climate resilience through legally protected landscapes.
Shimla/Nahan, Jan 9 (UNI) Five more bus passengers succumbed to their injuries either on the way to hospital or during treatment, taking the number of casualities in the tragic bus accident at Haripurdhar in Sirmaur district to 14 this evening.
Guwahati, Jan 9 (UNI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will arrive in Assam on January 17 to lay the foundation of the elevated corridor project in Kaziranga National Park.
Bishkek, Jan. 9 (UNI) Kyrgyz anti-drug authorities have seized more than 136 kg of drugs from a transnational organized crime drug trafficking group, the national Kabar news agency reported Friday.
Thane, Jan 9 (UNI) Four people were seriously injured and at least 11 vehicles damaged after a cement-loaded truck lost control and caused a major accident on Ghodbunder Road at Gaimukh Ghat in Thane district on Friday morning, triggering massive traffic disruption on one of the region''s busiest arterial routes. This stretch of the road is part of the National Highway 48.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) The Supreme Court has permitted the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Board (JKCB) elections, scheduled for January 16, 2026, to go ahead as per schedule, but restrained the declaration of results until further orders, after taking serious note of allegations of fraud and manipulation of the electoral rolls.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday presented a detailed account of her government’s achievements over the past 11 months in the Delhi Assembly, while launching a sharp attack on the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s 11-year tenure, alleging misgovernance, corruption and administrative failures.
Hyderabad, Jan 9 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Friday announced that the Telangana government is implementing an accident insurance cover of Rs 1.02 crore for all State government employees.
Puri, Jan. 9 (UNI) The schedule for conducting the inventory of the Ratna Bhandar jewellery of the Sri Jagannath Temple will be finalised at the Temple Managing Committee (MC) meeting scheduled for January 17, Chief Administrator of the temple, Arabind Padhee said.
New Delhi, 9 Jan (UNI) The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the NCR and Adjoining Areas hass issued closure directions to 16 industrial units located across the National Capital Region (NCR) on Friday, citing persistent environmental violations.
New Delhi, January 9 (UNI) In a major push to improve connectivity and travel efficiency, Indian Railways under the Timetable of Trains (TAG) 2026 has rolled out a series of network upgrades, including the introduction of new trains, extension of existing services, increased frequencies, conversion of select trains to Superfast category, and faster running times across multiple railway zones.
Itanagar, Jan 9 (UNI) The North Eastern Council (NEC), under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER), has released Rs 17.74 crore for Arunachal Pradesh during December 2025 to support key development projects across the state.
Vadodara, Jan 9(UNI): Junior national champion Hansini Mathan upset third seed Yoo Yerin of Korea Republic in women’s singles first round while Payas Jain and Syndrela Das packed off mixed doubles top seeds Akash Pal and Poymantee Baisya at the WTT Feeder Series 2026, presented by Sports Authority of Gujarat, at the SAMA Indoor Sports Complex here on Friday.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Friday said it was a moment of great pride and joy that the historic song, written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay in 1875, was completing 150 years. He noted that as per tradition, only the first two stanzas of Vande Mataram are sung at the beginning of every Assembly session, but this year presented a unique and historic opportunity.
Kolkata, Jan 9 (UNI) In a rare instance, Justice Shubra Ghosh had to leave the courtroom after proceedings in the Calcutta High Court were disrupted by unprecedented chaos on Friday during the hearing of cases involving the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Trinamool Congress (TMC).
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday continued its extensive hearing in the stray dogs management case, weighing concerns of public safety against animal welfare and the need for humane population control measures.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Vodafone Idea on Friday confirmed that the government has frozen its adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues, offering significant relief to the debt-laden telecom operator.
Hyderabad, Jan 9 (UNI) Customs officials at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on Friday seized 14 kg of hydroponic ganja, valued at Rs 14 crore, from two passengers arriving from Qatar.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Rajkot on January 11, 2026, to participate in the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for the Kutch and Saurashtra region, a key initiative aimed at boosting region-specific industrial development and investment in western Gujarat, a government release Friday said.
Singapore, Jan 9 (UNI) The 10th edition of Singapore''s art festival "Light to Night" opened on Friday, inviting the public to engage with art installations, large-scale light projections and art programs across the city''s historic Civic District and selected locations.
Hanoi, Jan. 9 (UNI) Vietnam''s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) power complex officially began commercial operations earlier this week in southern Vietnam''s Dong Nai province, local media VnEconomy reported Friday.
Dharamshala, Jan 9 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education (HPBOSE) on Thursday declared the results of the SOS (State Open School) Special Improvement Examinations for Classes 10 and 12 held in September 2025.
Mumbai, Jan 8 (UNI) Congress spokesperson Sachin Sawant said that the Congress will take legal action to cancel the membership of the 12 party corporators from Ambernath who joined the BJP.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing (SWAMIH) fund is expected to deliver over 1 lakh homes, providing relief to 4 lakh people, an official statement said here on Thursday.
Jammu, Jan 8 (UNI) Appointed as the youngest Deputy Medical Superintendent in Government Medical College, Jammu, daughter of the soil, Dr Shaista Ganai, has brought laurels to the Department of Hospital Administration and Government Medical College by becoming NABH Assessor.
Mumbai, Jan 8 (UNI) A surge in violent incidents, including the murder of a senior Congress leader, has marred campaigning ahead of the January 15 municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra, raising concerns over law and order during the crucial final phase of polling preparations.
Ch. Sambhajinagar, Jan 8 (UNI) Police have registered a case against 13 persons and 40–50 unidentified individuals for allegedly attacking and disrupting an election campaign rally of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, an official said on Thursday. Police arrested six accused in connection with the incident that took place near Jinsi Chowk on Wednesday afternoon.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8 (UNI) The Odisha Government on Thursday approved seven major industrial projects with a combined investment of Rs.55,783 crore, expected to generate 14,507 employment opportunities across the state.
Jammu, Jan 8 (UNI) The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) Jammu has registered 11 FIRs against individuals involved in impersonation, cheating, fraud, forgery of revenue records, and misuse of official positions by revenue officials, leading to the duping of innocent people on the pretext of providing jobs.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8 (UNI) On the nineteenth day of its ongoing Special Enforcement Drive, the Odisha Excise Department registered 279 cases, including 10 cases under the NDPS Act, and seized contraband worth Rs 1.44 crore in a single day.
Mumbai, Jan 8 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has declared a public holiday on Thursday, January 15, in all municipal corporation areas where civic elections are scheduled, with the aim of facilitating maximum voter participation.
Tirumala, Jan 8 (UNI) The 129th Convocation of the 141-year-old Veda Vignana Peetham at Dharmagiri, Tirumala, was held on Thursday.
Chennai, Jan 8 (UNI) The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) today evening said the pre-launch checks are in progress for the PSLV-C62 / EOS-N1 Mission Earth ObservationSatellite and 14 other co-passenger satellites to be launched on January 12 from the spaceport of Sriharikota.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Delhi Police has heightened security arrangements in and around Turkman Gate ahead of Friday’s prayers at the Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque. Additional personnel will be deployed to maintain law and order as a large gathering is expected.
Shashi SinghRanchi, Jan 8 (UNI): At least 17 people have been killed and more than 10 injured in a series of elephant attacks across forest villages of West Singhbhum district over the past week, exposing serious gaps in Jharkhand’s preparedness to deal with human–elephant conflict.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Indian Railways will felicitate 100 employees and officers with the 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar 2025 in recognition of their exemplary service and outstanding contributions to the organisation.
Hyderabad, Jan 8 (UNI) The Telangana government on Thursday officially announced BioAsia 2026, the 23rd edition of Asia''s premier life sciences and health-tech forum, with IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu releasing the event poster here.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) India and Germany will conclude a submarine manufacturing deal during the upcoming visit of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz here on January 12-13, aimed at bolstering India''s maritime security, especially in the Indo-Pacific region. The two countries will also hold discussions on strengthening bilateral cooperation in several areas, including Defence, trade, investment and technology.
Kolkata, Jan 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to address a major Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) rally in Malda on January 17, party officials said on Thursday.
Dhaka/Islamabad, Jan 8 (UNI) Pakistan and Bangladesh are set to resume direct flights after a near 14-year-long hiatus, with flights from Dhaka to Karachi officially resuming on January 29, in a significant recalibration of diplomatic relations between the two countries under the interim govt of Chief Advisor Md Yunus. .
Patna, Jan 8 (UNI) Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee president Rajesh Ram ON Thursday announced to launch a statewide protest campaign “Save MGNREGA Struggle” from January 10 to February 25 in Bihar.
Chennai, Jan 8 (UNI) The Depression over the Bay of Bengal intensified into a Deep Depression on Thursday and is all set to cross the Sri Lankan tomorrow.
Hazaribagh, Jan 8 (UNI) Hazaribagh Police have arrested 10 active members of the notorious Rahul Dubey gang and recovered a large cache of weapons and live cartridges.
Ayodhya, Jan 8 (UNI) A crucial organizational meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party''s Awadh province will be held on January 12 in Ayodhya.
Chennai, Jan 8 (UNI) Hyderabad-based full-stack space engineering company Dhruva Space Private Ltd today announced Polar Access-1 (PA-1), through which the company is enabling 10 space missions aboard Indian PSLV-C62 rocket.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Securitisation volumes rose to Rs 1.87 lakh crore in nine months of fiscal 2026 and originations by NBFCs grew 35 per cent in the third quarter, said Credit Rating Information Services of India Limited (CRISIL) report released on Thursday here.
Hyderabad, Jan 8 (UNI) Ahead of the Sankranti festival, the Hyderabad City Police have intensified a special enforcement drive against the banned Chinese Manja, leading to large-scale seizures and arrests across the city.
Mumbai, Jan 8 (UNI) In a major political upheaval in Ambernath, 12 newly elected Congress councillors from the Ambernath Municipal Council formally joined the BJP on Thursday, delivering a severe blow to the Congress and sharply altering the civic body’s political balance.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Congress on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government over the deaths of at least 18 people, including a six-month-old infant, allegedly due to contaminated drinking water in Indore, calling the tragedy a case of “criminal negligence” and demanding a Supreme Court–monitored independent inquiry.
Nashik, Jan 8 (UNI) A programme to return lost mobile phones to their rightful owners was held on Thursday at the Police Commissionerate here in Maharashtra, where 535 mobile phones valued at Rs 1.02 crore were handed over to citizens. Police Commissioner Sandeep Karnik presided over the event.