Ranchi, Jan 13 (UNI) Jharkhand BJP state spokesperson Pratul Shahdeo on Tuesday extended greetings to Chief Minister Hemant Soren on his proposed tourism visits to Switzerland and England, while asking the government to first place on record the outcomes of the earlier visits to Sweden and Spain.
Ranchi, Jan 13 (UNI)The Bharatiya Janata Party, Ranchi Metropolitan and Rural East–West units, on Tuesday staged a gherao of the SSP office demanding the safe recovery of siblings Ansh and Anshika, missing from the Dhurwa area since January 2.
Nalagarh, Jan 13 (UNI) Security agencies have been placed on high alert after a pro-Khalistan outfit claimed responsibility for the explosion that occurred at the Nalagarh Police Station premises in Himachal Pradesh on January 1.
Jammu, Jan 13 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said in an era of rapid technological growth and globalisation, India''s timeless spiritual and cultural heritage and the people''s shared beliefs, traditions, arts, rituals and values will fuel the nation''s holistic growth.
Mumbai, Jan 13 (UNI) Mumbai is set to introduce Printing Auxiliary Display Units for the first time during the upcoming elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, with the civic administration describing the move as a technical safeguard during the vote-counting process.
Jalgaon, Jan 13 (UNI) Three youths were killed on the spot in a severe road accident that occurred near the Noorani Masjid area of Hirapur village in Chalisgaon taluka of Jalgaon district on Monday night, police said. The incident took place at around nine pm and left the local area in shock.
Jammu, Jan 13 (UNI) Indian Army troops today evening opened fire after multiple suspected Pakistan drones were spotted close to the Line of Control in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Kolkata, Jan 13 (UNI) The standoff between the West Bengal government and the Election Commission over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls escalated sharply on Tuesday after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made a sensational allegation involving the Indian Army''s Eastern Command headquarters at Fort William.
Jammu, Jan 13 (UNI) Indian Army troops on Tuesday evening opened fire after multiple suspected Pakistani drones were spotted close to the Line of Control in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Madrid, Jan 13 (UNI) Conor Gallagher appears set to leave Atletico Madrid after the club gave the English midfielder permission to travel to London for a medical ahead of a move to Tottenham. .
Jaipur, Jan 13 (UNI) Nobel Laureate Esther Duflo, Mahatma Gandhi''s grandson Gopal Krishana Gandhi and former Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud will be among the star participants at the 19th Jaipur Literature Festival beginning on January 15, the organisers said on Tuesday.
Bhubaneshwar, Jan 13 (UNI) The move on part of the State Government Tata power Discom to collect additional security deposit (ASDs) from the consumers for installation of smart metres has come under judicial scrutiny with Orissa High Court on Tuesday issuing show cause notices to State’s energy department, Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) and Tata power distribution company.
Chandigarh, Jan 13 (UNI) Uncertainty and debate have intensified over Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s scheduled appearance before the Akal Takht on January 15, after the Sikh religious authority revised the timing of his summons, prompting a strong response from the Chief Minister.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended his heartfelt greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Lohri, highlighting the festival’s deep-rooted connection with nature and its role in fostering social unity.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India (PSA) today marked the culmination of Inspiring Innovators , Naye Bharat Ki Nayi Pehchaaan, a skilling initiative developed in collaboration with the Netflix Fund for Creative Equity.
Guwahati, Jan 13 (UNI) The spirit of Magh Bihu, also known as Bhogali Bihu, has gripped Assam, with people of the state gearing up to celebrate the Uruka on Tuesday night.
Vijayawada, Jan 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Transport M Prasad Reddy warned the private bus operators of action if the bus fares were hiked taking advantage of heavy passenger rush in view of Sankranthi festival.
Mumbai, Jan 13 (UNI) The team behind the upcoming war drama "Border 2" is set to travel to the Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka on January 14 for a special commemorative event paying tribute to the Indian Navy.
Giridih, Jan 13 (UNI) A married woman died under suspicious circumstances on Tuesday in Paniyaya village in Giridih. The deceased has been identified as Surajmuni. While her parental family has accused her husband and in-laws of murder, the in-laws have claimed that she died by suicide after consuming poison. Acting on the complaint, police have taken the husband, Ashok Murmu, into custody and have initiated an investigation into the matter.
New Delhi, 13 Jan (UNI) After weeks of disruption caused by winter fog, passengers are likely to encounter further travel difficulties from January 21, as airspace over Delhi will be closed in line with Republic Day security protocols.
Pune, Jan 13 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) has received an overwhelming response to its municipal election campaigns in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, claimed Uday Samant, Sena Deputy Leader and Maharashtra’s Minister for Industries and Marathi Language.
Udhagamandalam, Jan 13 (UNI) Humility is the answer to understanding and respecting people,senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi opinedtoday and said Democracy is under attack in the country by those in power.
Patna, Jan 13 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister and Revenue and Land Reforms Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha today said that ensuring transparency, sensitivity and social justice in the land acquisition process is the state government’s top priority.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Congress on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the Narendra Modi government’s China policy, accusing it of repeatedly compromising India’s strategic interests, territorial integrity and sovereignty while maintaining what it called a “hypocritical” and opaque relationship with the Chinese Communist Party (CPC).
Hyderabad, Jan 13 (UNI) The Hyderabad City Police’s Narcotics Enforcement Wing (H-NEW) has apprehended and deported a Nigerian national, Obasi James Victor (38), to his native country to prevent him from indulging in activities deemed detrimental to national security.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The central Health Ministry on Tuesday assured the West Bengal government of comprehensive support after two suspected cases of Nipah virus infection were detected in Kolkata. .
Bengaluru, Jan 13 (UNI) Amid speculation over leadership changes within the Karnataka Congress, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday announced that the state government is considering organising a Sadhana Sammelana in Haveri on February 13 to mark the completion of 1,000 days of his tenure.
Hyderabad, Jan 13 (UNI) Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha on Tuesday announced that the Sanathnagar Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS) hospital will be inaugurated by the time Telugu New Year ''Ugadi'' starts and will be fully ready to provide comprehensive medical services to patients.
Udhagamandalam, Jan 13 (UNI) Humility is the answer understanding and respecting people,senior Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi opined today and said Democracy is under attack in the country by those in power.
Patna, Jan 13 (UNI) The Bihar Cabinet gave its green signal on Tuesday to 41 proposals including settlement of the long-pending Son River water-sharing dispute between Bihar and Jharkhand.
Mirzapur, Jan 13 (UNI) In a shocking incident in Mirzapur district, a man allegedly murdered his stepmother and stepbrother by slitting their throats with a sharp-edged weapon (banka) over a long-standing property dispute. The accused later attempted to dispose of the bodies, but was arrested following public alert and police action, officials confirmed on Tuesday.
Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) The murder of Rohit alias Sonu alias Ronu Kashyap in Meerut heated up the political atmosphere in the capital on Tuesday, as the Samajwadi Party workers staged a strong protest against the Uttar Pradesh government.
New York, Jan 13 (UNI) A strike by nearly 15,000 nurses at several major New York City hospitals entered its first day on Monday after talks over a new contract collapsed, triggering concern among patients and their families about ongoing care, CBS News reported. The strike began at 6 am EST on Monday at five privately run hospitals, including Mount Sinai, Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West and NewYork-Presbyterian facilities in Manhattan. Patients’ families said the absence of regular nursing staff has raised concerns about continuity and quality of care.
Sydney, Jan 13 (UNI) Australian neo-Nazi group the National Socialist Network (NSN) on Tuesday announced it will disband in response to new hate speech laws proposed by the federal government following the Bondi Beach terror attack. The NSN said in a statement posted on social media that it will close down by January 18, one day before the federal parliament is set to reconvene to debate legislation for the hate speech laws.
Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Delhi Assembly Secretariat on Tuesday directed Punjab Police to submit its response by January 15 in connection with an FIR registered in Jalandhar about a video clip allegedly involving Atishi, leader of Opposition in the Assembly.
Pune, Jan 13 (UNI) Amid alliances between the Nationalist Congress Party (Ajit Pawar faction) and the Nationalist Congress Party led by Sharadchandra Pawar in some municipal corporation elections across Maharashtra, speculation has intensified about a broader coming together or even a merger of the two parties.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has notified all National Sports Federations (NSFs) recognised by the central government to constitute a dedicated “Committee on International Relations” within their organisations to strengthen India’s engagement with the global sporting ecosystem.
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.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 13 (UNI) The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) on Tuesday registered a crucial victory in the special election to the newly constituted Vizhinjam ward of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, dealing a significant setback to the ruling CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) in a keenly fought civic contest that had wide political ramifications. According to official results, Congress candidate K.H. Sudheer Khan, representing the UDF, won the Vizhinjam seat by a narrow margin of 83 votes, polling 2,902 votes.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday unveiled the official logo and website for BRICS 2026, which will be hosted by India as chair of the multilateral forum established in 2006.
Atul Krishan, New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) A high-profile case involving a deeper conspiracy behind the alleged facilitation of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants in the national capital has been transferred from the Delhi Police to the National Investigation Agency (NIA). This move escalates the ongoing crackdown on what authorities describe as organised networks enabling illegal migration and settlement of Bangladeshi citizens in Delhi.
Kolkata, Jan 13 (UNI) In a bizarre development Coochbehar police have arrested one person from Dinhata police station limits allegedly for his involvement in the brutal murder of a man who had been living in a crematorium area, with investigators suspecting that the crime may have been driven by cannibalistic intent.
Shimla, Jan 13 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh High Court achieved a productivity rate of nearly 90 per cent in 2025 despite functioning with five judges short of its sanctioned strength, reflecting a sustained push for faster and more effective justice delivery. Official data shows that the High Court had a pendency of 93,942 cases as of January 1, 2025. During the year, 81,092 fresh cases were instituted, while 72,981 matters were disposed of. Pendency consequently rose to 1,02,053 cases by the end of the year, but the clearance rate stood at a notable 89.99 per cent.
Badaun, Jan 13 (UNI) Three security guards were found dead inside a room of a mentha factory in Badaun district on Tuesday morning. Preliminary investigation suggests that the deaths were caused by suffocation after the guards allegedly burned coal in a brazier (angithi) to keep warm and went to sleep with the room locked from inside.
Bengaluru, Jan 13 (UNI) Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Tuesday said the state government stands ready to provide any clarification sought by Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot regarding the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, which is currently pending gubernatorial assent.
New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday conveyed his “heartiest greetings” to the citizens of India on the occasion of Lohri, expressing hope that the festival would usher in happiness and prosperity.
Srinagar, Jan 13 (UNI) After a slight relief , the cold wave tightened its grip again over Kashmir as mercury plummeted sharply across the Valley last night, officials said on Tuesday.
Los Angeles, Jan 13 (UNI) Paramount and Skydance have filed a lawsuit against Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), demanding disclosure of financial details related to WBD’s USD 83 billion deal with streaming giant Netflix. The move comes amid Paramount’s ongoing efforts to pursue its own acquisition proposal for WBD assets.
Tokyo, Jan. 13 (UNI) Tokyo stocks surged Tuesday morning to an intraday record high on growing speculation that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will dissolve the House of Representatives in late January for a snap election. In the first 15 minutes of trading, the 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average rose 1,791.57 points, or 3.45 percent, from Friday to 53,731.46, hitting an intraday record high.
Shimla, Jan 13 (UNI) The ongoing Enforcement Directorate (ED) action in West Bengal ahead of the Assembly elections has sparked political reactions even in the hill state of Himachal Pradesh, with Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi openly backing West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 13 (UNI) In view of the heavy rush of pilgrims during the Makaravilakku festival at Sabarimala, the Railways have made elaborate arrangements to ensure smooth, safe, and comfortable travel. As part of these measures, additional Makaravilakku Special Express trains have been announced to clear the extra passenger load.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) During the recent winter session of the Delhi Assembly, an internal assessment has shown significant environmental and financial savings due to reduced paper usage in one legislative session, Speaker Vijender Gupta has said.
Nagrota Bagwan ( Kàngra), Jan 12 (UNI) Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) with Cabinet rank, RS Bali, will unfurl the national flag as chief guest at the Republic Day ceremony on January 26 in Lahaul-Spiti.
Kolkata, Jan 12 (UNI) Two suspected cases of the deadly Nipah virus have been detected in West Bengal, official sources in the health department said on Monday.
Nagpur, Jan 12 (UNI) As many as 72 resident doctors at the Government Dental College and Hospital, Nagpur, suspended work on Monday to protest the non-payment of stipends for the past three months, sources said.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday heard petitions challenging the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in West Bengal, with serious concerns being raised over the procedure adopted during the exercise. A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi heard Senior Advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for the petitioners, who alleged major procedural irregularities in the conduct of the SIR.
Mumbai, Jan 12 (UNI) The recent quarterly disclosures by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have highlighted a growing gap between the company’s public statements and the reality faced by employees, according to the Nascent Information Technology Employees Senate (NITES).
Imphal, Jan 12 (UNI) Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Manipur staged a protest on Monday over what they described as the continued inaction of the state administration in addressing their unresolved issues.
Prayagraj, Jan 12 (UNI) Allahabad High Court has fixed February 3 as the next date of hearing in the Gyanvapi mosque dispute case in Varanasi. The court heard a petition which seeks a scientific survey by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) of the ablution area (wazukhana) of the Gyanvapi complex, excluding the Shivling.
Ranchi, Jan 12 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party Scheduled Tribe Morcha national president and former Rajya Sabha MP Samir Oraon has written to union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, seeking inclusion of train numbers 08611/08612 Santargachi–Ajmer (Special) Express as a regular service via the Ranchi–Lohardaga route.
Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) Senior advocate MC Nanjappa on Monday warned that the proposed hate speech Bill would have severe adverse consequences if enacted, recalling that a similar legislation introduced during the tenure of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi had been strongly opposed by the public and eventually not implemented.
Marsa Alam (Egypt), Jan 1 (UNI) Marsa Alam, a resort city on Egypt''s Red Sea coast, has hosted a sports tourism festival featuring Chovqan, a traditional horseback game, as Egypt looks to expand sports tourism. During the event which ended on Sunday, Chovqan, a traditional horse-riding game played on a flat, grassy field by two competing teams, was introduced as one of Egypt''s emerging sports. The event drew wide international participation, underscoring Egypt''s growing push to leverage sports tourism as a pillar of sustainable development.
Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) A notorious rowdy was brutally hacked to death inside the Government Kilpauk Medical College and Hospital in Chennai early on Monday, sending shock waves among patients and staff at the premises, frequentedby tens and hundreds of patients and attendants for IP and OP treatments.
Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) India Post delivered the Invitations issued President Droupadi Murmu to distinguished guests for attending the prestigious ''Republic Day At Home – 2026'' reception, scheduled to be held on January 26 at the Cultural Centre, Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Mumbai, Jan 12 (UNI) The political discourse surrounding the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections intensified after Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party leader K. Annamalai issued a strong response on Monday to remarks made by Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray during a rally here. Annamalai reacted sharply to slogans raised against him at a public meeting held at Shivtirtha in Dadar on Sunday, asserting that he would not be intimidated by threats or political attacks.
Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) Sundaram Finance Ltd. presented this year’s prestigious Spirit of Mylapore Award 2026 to Sri Vidhya Nilayam,in recognition of their contributions to keeping the culture of the neighbourhood alive for the past many years.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday appointed judicial officer Sunena Sharma as the Special Judge to hear cases relating to alleged illegality in the allocation of coal blocks across the country.
Canberra, Jan 12 (UNI) Australia''s parliament will be recalled next week to introduce new hate speech and gun laws in response to the Bondi terror attack on December 14, according to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday. The prime minister said at a press conference that both houses will return on January 19 and 20, earlier than the scheduled return on February 2.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) India will host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) from January 14 to 16, 2026, marking one of the largest inter-parliamentary gatherings in the country in recent years, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to inaugurate the event at the historic Central Hall of the Samvidhan Sadan on January 15. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, who will chair the conference, said the meet will focus on how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and social media are reshaping the functioning of democratic institutions.
New Delhi, Jan 12(UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Monday held a press conference and presented a video of House proceedings related to the alleged objectionable remarks made by Leader of Opposition Atishi against a Sikh Guru.
New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) MasterChef India marked the harvest season with a special episode celebrating India’s cultural diversity, traditions, and culinary heritage. Coinciding with festivals such as Pongal, Makar Sankranti, Lohri, and Magh Bihu, the Harvest Special highlighted the shared spirit of togetherness and joy that unites the country during this festive period.
Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) Sameer Rizvi emerged as the heartbeat of Uttar Pradesh’s batting effort, standing out as both the top performer and the most inspiring figure as UP posted a formidable 310 for eight against Saurashtra in the second quarterfinal of the Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite 2025-26 here on Monday.
Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) Shams Mulani produced a brilliant knock under pressure to rescue Mumbai from early trouble and steer them to a competitive 254 for 8 against Karnataka in the first quarterfinal of the Vijay Hazare Trophy Elite 2025-26 at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 1 here on Monday.
Hyderabad, Jan 12 (UNI) Telangana Revenue, Housing and Information & Public Relations Minister, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, on Monday said the government is implementing key reforms to make the Stamps and Registration Department completely transparent and corruption-free, in line with the vision of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy.
EOS-N1, also called Anvesha, is an Indian hyperspectral earth imaging satellite built by DRDO for strategic defence purposes as well as for civilian monitoring in agriculture, urban mapping,and environmental assessment.
This mission is the 64th flight of PSLV, the workhorse launch vehicle of ISRO that has completed 63 flights including notable missions like Chandrayaan-1, Mars Orbiter Mission, Aditya-L1 and theAstrosat Mission.
By Venkatachari Jagannathan Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) Jan 12 (UNI) In yet another failure of strategic space mission of Indian space agency, the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-C62 (PSLV-C62) on Monday morning failed to orbit the country’s latest spy satellite Anvesha or EOS-N1, an Earth Observation Satellite, belonging to the Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO).
However, after the ignition and separation of the first three stages, an anomaly was noticed and the rocket deviated from its path.
About 16-17 minutes after the lift off, the home grown rocket was to have injected the EOS-N1 and other satellites into the desired orbit.
Madrid, Jan 12 (UNI) Espanyol remains fifth in La Liga despite being held to a 1-1 draw away to second-from-bottom Levante on Sunday afternoon.
In a post oin X, ISRO said "Liftoff!...PSLV-C62 launches the EOS-N1 Mission from SDSC-SHAR, Sriharikota."Scientists at the Mission Control Centre, including ISRO Chairman Dr V Narayanan, former Chiefs, are watching the trajectory of the flight bated breadth.
Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) India’s space agency is gearing up for one of the longest flights undertaken by its reliable Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV), with the PSLV-C62 mission scheduled for liftoff at 10:18 am today from the first launch pad at Sriharikota.
Varanasi, January 11 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya has strongly criticized the Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP) over corruption.
Kuala Lampur, Jan. 11 (UNI) Malaysia has temporarily blocked access to Grok, an AI chatbot developed by xAI, citing concerns over the generation and dissemination of obscene and sexually explicit content, the country''s communications and multimedia regulator said on Sunday. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) said in a statement that the move follows notices issued by the commission to X Corp and xAI LLC on Jan. 3 and Jan. 8, demanding, among other things, the implementation of technical protection measures.
Lucknow, Jan 11 ( UNI) In order to ensure that only eligible students truly benefit from the Post-Matric Scholarship and Fee Reimbursement Scheme, the Uttar Pradesh government has taken a significant decision.
New Delhi, Jan 11(UNI) Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Sunday said India’s multilingual character reflects its deep civilisational strength and promotes dialogue rather than division.
Bengaluru, Jan 11 (UNI) The Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, passed by the Assembly, remains under the consideration of Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot, who is reportedly consulting legal experts before deciding on granting assent.
The results (Provisional, all 6 laps):Pro-Stock 301-400cc Open: 1. Rahil Pillarisetty (Hyderabad, RACR Castrol Power1) (11mins, 07.296secs); 2. Chiranth Vishwanath (Bengaluru, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:08.435); 3. Rakshith Dave (Chennai, Petronas TVS Racing) (11:08.644).
Tirupati, Jan 11 (UNI) The Andhra Pradesh Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (APSPDCL) has won five national-level awards at the 26th National Conference of Promoters and Policy Makers, organised by the Independent Power Producers Association of India (IPPAI), which was held in Belagavi, Karnataka.
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.
Ballari, Jan 11 (UNI) Former Karnataka minister and BJP leader Janardhana Reddy on Sunday released a video alleging a pre-planned attack on senior BJP leader Sriramulu during the Ballari banner clash and shooting incident, and strongly criticised the state government and local legislators.
Solapur, Jan 11 (UNI) The Siddheshwar Temple complex, dedicated to Shivayogi Shri Siddharameshwar Maharaj, the presiding deity of Solapur city—is currently immersed in an atmosphere of devotion, faith, and celebration in the run up to the auspicious Makar Sankranti.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 11 (UNI) Sabarimala Tantri (Chief priest) Kandararu Rajeevaru, who is in judicial custody in connection with the Sabarimala gold plating irregularities case, was discharged from hospital and taken back to jail after doctors confirmed an improvement in his health condition.
Hyderabad, Jan 11 (UNI) The Indian flexible workspace industry has urged the Government of India to introduce supportive policy measures and rationalise GST in the ensuing union Budget 2026 to sustain its rapid growth and strengthen India’s position as a global business hub.
Mangaluru, Jan 11 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday said that the Hate Speech Bill, which was passed unanimously by the legislature, has not been rejected by the Governor.
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (UNI) Nearly five years after the end of her conservatorship, Britney Spears has revealed that she has no plans to perform in the United States again, reports Deadline.
By Joymala Bagchi New Delhi, Jan 11 (UNI) Nestled in a corner of the busy Khan market area, a symbol of Jewish existence in India -- the Judah Hyam Synagogue-- stands with its flickering flame, giving light to the dwindling Jewish population living in Delhi.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 11 (UNI) Kerala Legislative Assembly Speaker A. N. Shamseer has stated that the absence of major struggles by subaltern social groups in Kerala over the past decade should be understood as a reflection of the state’s development.
Dharamshala, Jan 10 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and Deputy Chief Whip of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Keval Singh Pathania, today accused the Centre of “strangling” the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) by diluting its spirit and delaying funds.
Amravati, Jan 10 (UNI) AIMIM president and Member of Parliament Asaduddin Owaisi today accused the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) of spreading hatred against Muslims and said such politics would not benefit the country.
Parbhani, Jan 10 (UNI) Three persons were killed in a serious road accident on the Parbhani–Jintur road in Maharashtra''s Parbhani district today after a motorcycle collided head-on with a car near the Lower Dudhana Left Canal, police said.
Hyderabad, Jan 10 (UNI) Medical experts at the FUE Asia Regional Conference 2026 today warned that ‘unregulated hair transplant procedures pose a serious public health risk, calling for stricter enforcement of existing medical laws and greater public awareness.
Surat, Jan 10(UNI): Chennai Singams roared loud as they opened their ISPL Season 3 campaign with a comprehensive 44-run victory over Tiigers of Kolkata at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium, Surat. A blistering knock from Sarfraz Khan, combined with incisive bowling spells from Jagannath Sarkar and debutant Ashish Pal, powered the Singams to a commanding opening win.
Jammu, Jan 10 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Youth Services and Sports and Transport, Satish Sharma, today met with union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya and projected several issues and initiatives related to sports upgradation aiming transformation of J&K into a national hub of sports excellence.
Itanagar, Jan 10 (UNI) Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday attended the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the ''Sarok Festival of the Aka (Hrusso)'' community at Bana in Bichom district, marking 50 years of the festival as a symbol of cultural heritage and continuity.
Maharajganj, Jan 10 (UNI) The Gorakhpur Anti-Corruption Organization (ACO) team today arrested Sub-Inspector Mohammad Ashraf Khan, posted at Maharajganj Kotwali, red-handed while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 50,000 from a complainant.
Kolkata, Jan 10 (UNI) Even as Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee wrote to Chief Election Commissioner Gynesh Kumar alleging harassment of common citizens in the name of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced the appointment of four more Special Observers in West Bengal to bring greater transparency to the process.
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.
Dimapur, Jan 10 (UNI): Nagaland University researchers Vieneite-o Koza and co-researcher Joynath Pegu, led by Dr Gyati Yam, discovered a new plant species during systematic field surveys conducted between 2023 and 2025 in the Kavünhou community reserved forest, Khezhakeno village, in Phek district of Nagaland.
Patna, Jan 10 (UNI) In a significant step towards strengthening transparency, accountability and fairness in public procurement, two Independent External Monitors (IEMs) today visited AIIMS Patna.
By BD Narayankar Bengaluru, Jan 10 (UNI) Former India doubles star Rohan Bopanna was a prominent figure off the court at the Bengaluru Open on Saturday, as he reunited with young tour player Benjamin Kittay, whom he has mentored since his early days in professional tennis.
Hyderabad, Jan 10 (UNI) : BRS Working President and former Minister for IT, Industries K. T. Rama Rao, has been invited to speak at the 23rd edition of the India Conference at Harvard University.
Surat, Jan 9(UNI): The wait is finally over, Chennai Singams are all set to begin their Indian Street Premier League Season 3 journey against the Tiigers of Kolkata on January 10, 2026, at the Lalbhai Contractor Stadium in Surat. The franchise, co-owned by Sandip Gupta, Rajdip Gupta and actor Suriya Sivakumar will be in action on Saturday. Ankur Singh will lead Chennai Singams in ISPL 3 and Ketan Mhatre will be his deputy. The franchise has brought in Chandrakant Shinde as the Head Coach for the third season. .
Chennai, Jan 9(UNI) The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their strong start to Men''s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai, on Thursday.
Ranchi, Jan 10 (UNI) union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth on Saturday said that the Somnath Swabhiman Parv is a powerful symbol of India’s traditional, historical unity and spiritual strength. Addressing devotees after performing prayers and aarti at the Shiva temple near Piska More here, Seth said the festival reflects the collective faith and resilience that the nation preserved even during centuries of foreign invasions.
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.
Agartala, Jan 10 (UNI) Five people were injured and at least four houses were torched by a mob following an alleged incident of extortion involving a truck driver transporting smuggled timber in Shimultala area under Fatikroy in Tripura''s Unakoti district on Saturday, police sources said.
Kolkata, Jan 10 (UNI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has written a strongly worded letter to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, expressing shock and anguish over what she described as the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) “relentless harassment” of ordinary citizens during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state.
Hyderabad, Jan 10 (UNI) Following the delimitation and merger of several municipalities into the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), a large number of unauthorised and illegal advertisement structures have been identified at various locations across the city, said GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan here on Saturday.
Giridih, Jan 10 (UNI) A worker died in yet another industrial accident at the Balmukund Sponge and Iron Factory located in the industrial area under Mohanpur OP in Giridih.
New Delhi, Jan 10 (UNI) Actor Prabhas’ much-awaited horror-comedy "The Raja Saab" made a strong debut at the box office on Friday. Despite receiving mixed reviews, the film surpassed the first-day earnings of the blockbuster Dhurandhar, which had collected Rs 28 crore.
New Delhi, Jan 10 (UNI) Coming out in support of Vijay after his film, Jana Nayagan, was postponed from its Pongal release due to not receiving certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), Actor-politician Kamal Haasan raised concerns about freedom of expression and the functioning of the film certification process.
Maharajganj (UP) , Jan 10 (UNI) A 14-year-old girl was allegedly killed by a wild animal, suspected to be a tiger, in the Sohagibarwa forest area along the Maharajganj-Kushinagar border. Her mutilated body was recovered nearly 17 hours after she went missing on Friday, officials said on Saturday.
Washington, Jan 10 (UNI/SPUTNIK) SpaceX''s Starlink satellite internet service, owned by US entrepreneur Elon Musk, has been permitted to deploy additional 7,500 second generation Starlink satellites to expand global satellite internet coverage, the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said.
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.
Rupinder SinghNew Delhi, Jan 10 (UNI) Olympic sports like athletics, swimming, gymnastics, or, for that matter, the Paralympic Games must have quality telecasts as a first step to nurture and produce champions.
Jammu, Jan 10 (UNI) Security agencies in Jammu and Kashmir have recovered arms and ammunition suspected to have been dropped by a drone along the International Border in Samba district.
Seoul, Jan. 10 (UNI) The Democratic People''s Republic of Korea (DPRK) accused South Korea of violating its airspace by flying a drone on Jan. 4, the official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported Saturday, citing a press statement dated Friday.
Mumbai, Jan 9 (UNI) Tension surfaced between workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Shiv Sena led by Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde during the Mumbai Municipal Corporation election campaign, after a controversial slogan triggered a public confrontation on Friday.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday told the Delhi Assembly that environmental protection is not a political issue but a shared responsibility of every citizen and family. She said the government believes in responsibility and concrete action, not in blame games.
Jalgaon, Jan 9 (UNI) A construction businessman was robbed of an eight-tola gold chain after unidentified assailants sprayed a chemical substance into his eyes and assaulted him on Mohadi Road in Jalgaon on Friday. The incident occurred in front of Nayantara Restaurant, and a case has been registered at the MIDC Police Station against unknown persons.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 9 (UNI) Odisha has become the second State after Rajasthan to offer such a high-level of transparency in grid substation and bay availability with the launch of the Odisha Grid Insight (OGrI) Portal (ogri.optcl.co.in) to provide a transparent and unified digital view of the State’s transmission network.
Jeddah, Jan 9 (UNI) FC Barcelona''s Director of Sport, Deco confirmed on Friday that the club is on the verge of signing 31-year-old Portuguese full back Joao Cancelo on loan from Saudi Arabian side, Al-Hilal.
Jeddah, Jan. 9 (UNI) FC Barcelona''s Director of Sport, Deco confirmed on Friday that the club is on the verge of signing 31-year-old Portuguese full back Joao Cancelo on loan from Saudi Arabian side, Al-Hilal.
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly, Vijender Gupta, on Friday stated in the House that the matter raised by BJP MLA Abhay Verma clearly pertains to a breach of privilege of the Assembly. He said the FIR registered by the Jalandhar Police is based on a video recording of proceedings inside the Delhi Assembly, which is the exclusive property of the House.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 9 (UNI) In a significant move to strengthen coordination and planning in Odisha’s power sector, Deputy Chief Minister K. V. Singh Deo on Friday launched the Odisha Grid Insight (OGrI) Portal (ogri.optcl.co.in).
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.
Vijayawada, Jan 9 (UNI) On the occasion of World Ambulance Day, Manipal Hospital Vijayawada organized an appreciation programme to honor ambulance drivers and owners for their critical role in emergency healthcare services. The event was held at the Police Commissioner Office, Vijayawada. S. V. Rajashekhar Babu, Commissioner of Police, Vijayawada,who attended the programme as the chief guest, lauded ambulance personnel for being the first responders in medical emergencies.
Tura, Jan 9 (UNI) Chief Minister Conrad Sangma today handed over appointment letters to 76 Unarmed Branch (UB) Sub-Inspectors of the Meghalaya Police at the 2nd MLP Battalion headquarters, Goeragre in West Garo Hills district.
Tura, Jan 9 (UNI): Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Friday handed over appointment letters to 76 Unarmed Branch (UB) Sub-Inspectors of the Meghalaya Police at the 2nd MLP Battalion headquarters, Goeragre in West Garo Hills district. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister, congratulated the 76 newly appointed Sub-Inspectors and described the occasion as a significant milestone in their lives and careers.
Tirupati, Jan 9 (UNI) YSRCP senior leader and former Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam Board Chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy on Friday accused Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu of being directly responsible for what he termed "the ongoing spiritual degradation of Tirumala shrine" and orchestrating a deliberate conspiracy to portray the YSR Congress Party as anti-Hindu.
Hyderabad, Jan 9 (UNI) The Chief Secretary of Telangana, K Ramakrishna Rao, on Friday received a Coffee Table Book, Geodetic Asset Registers and the Geodetic Asset Map of Telangana, showcasing the scientific and national contributions of the Survey of India.
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.
Nagpur, Jan 9 (UNI) Ahead of the forthcoming municipal elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has adopted a strict stance on party discipline by suspending 32 of its members for a period of six years on charges of anti-party activities.
Kendrapara, Jan 9 (UNI) Kendrapara Town Police on Friday detained a Junior Engineer in connection with the suspicious death of a young woman, as part of an ongoing investigation, said Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) Dillip Kumar Sahoo. The detained Junior Engineer has been identified as Sudhanshu Sekhar Behera.
Ranchi, Jan 9 (UNI) In a significant step towards strengthening advanced healthcare services in Jharkhand, approval has been granted to Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS) and Raj Hospital for conducting kidney transplant procedures.
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Faridabad, Jan 9(UNI): Special Olympics Bharat- Delhi marks a major milestone in its national competition calendar with the 2026 National Futsal Championship at the campus of Manav Rachna Educational Institutions in Faridabad.
Mumbai Jan 9 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has suspended 26 of its office-bearers, including several former corporators, for six years for their alleged involvement in anti-party activities during the 2026 Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, party sources said on Friday.
Bilaspur (HP), Jan 9 (UNI) Former union minister Anurag Thakur has asked district officers to ensure that benefits of centrally sponsored schemes reach the beneficiaries on time and transparent manner. He said this during a meeting of the DISHA (District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee) on Thursday evening.
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Chennai, Jan 9(UNI): The Vedanta Kalinga Lancers continued their strong start to Men''s Hero Hockey India League 2025–26 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Shrachi Bengal Tigers at the Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium, Chennai, on Thursday.
Shimla, Jan 9 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh continues to face shivering winter conditions, with dozens of key stations recording freezing or minus mercury, prompting travel advisories in high-altitude districts, especially Lahaul and Spiti.
Hyderabad, Jan 9 (UNI) The Special Crime Team of the Central Crime Station (CCS), Hyderabad, busted a racket involved in the illegal sale of banned Chinese manja and arrested five persons, seizing 155 monofil gold Chinese manja bobbins from their possession.
Hyderabad, Jan 9 (UNI) The Central government has granted administrative approval for establishing a 50-bed AYUSH hospital in Karimnagar, marking a major boost to traditional healthcare services in North Telangana.
Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Jan 9 (UNI) Federico Valverde and Rodrygo scored and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois made a series of fine saves as Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 to qualify for Sunday''s Spanish Super Cup final against FC Barcelona. .
New Delhi, Jan 9 (UNI) Italian luxury fashion house Prada has once again ignited discussions on social media with the launch of ‘Infusion de Santal Chai Eau de Parfum’, a “chai” or tea-inspired fragrance.
Bengaluru, Jan 9 (UNI) A special investigation team has been constituted under the supervision of a Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) to probe the controversial Hubballi BJP woman worker stripping case, following widespread public outcry and political reactions.
Hamirpur, Jan 9 (UNI) As part of a safety initiative for LPG consumers, Indian Oil Corporation conducts inspections of gas connections and appliances once every five years.
Bhoranj(HP), Jan 9 (UNI) A major and historic achievement has been made in the field of health services for the Bhoranj assembly constituency. Administrative approval has been granted for the establishment of a state-of-the-art 50-bed Critical Care Unit (CCU) at the Community Health Center (CHC) in Bhoranj.
Jaunpur, Jan 9 (UNI) A shocking incident was reported from Jaunpur district on Thursday, where a woman allegedly attempted to burn her brother-in-law alive following a domestic dispute.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 9 (UNI) Kerala has released comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs for Antibiotic Smart Hospitals and Antibiotic Literate Panchayats, marking a major step in strengthening the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
United Nations, Jan 9 (UNI) Two days of deadly hostilities in Aleppo, Syria have led to civilian casualties and thousands of displacements, UN humanitarians said Thursday.
Shimla, Jan 8(UNI) In a significant administrative move aimed at addressing slow service delivery and a mounting backlog of revenue cases, the Himachal Pradesh government has decided to re-employ retired revenue officials across the state.
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.
Tehran, Jan 8 (UNI) Strikes and demonstrations have spread like wildfire across Iran, carrying on well into their 12th day, as Kurdish political parties on Thursday called for a general walkout, prompting widespread shop closures in Kurdish regions and coordinated protests in dozens of cities, as the unrest entered a more organised and confrontational phase.
Bengaluru, Jan 8 (UNI) As India moves towards becoming the world’s third-largest economy, union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Thursday accused the Congress of opposing transparency-driven reforms in the rural employment guarantee programme, alleging that the party was resisting changes aimed at ending corruption and middlemen-driven practices.
Bucharest, Jan. 8 (UNI) Romania is facing severe winter weather as the National Meteorological Administration (ANM) issued multiple Orange and Yellow Code warnings on Thursday for heavy snowfall, blizzards, strong winds and extreme cold across large parts of the country. An Orange Code warning for strong winds was in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Thursday in the southern counties of Mehedinti, Dolj, Olt and Teleorman, where wind gusts reached 70 to 90 km per hour.
Nagpur, Jan 8 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday strongly countered Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray’s remark that an “outsider” cannot develop Mumbai, citing union Minister Nitin Gadkari’s significant contribution to the city’s infrastructure.
Oslo, Jan. 8 (UNI) U.S. President Donald Trump''s plans to acquire Greenland are both offensive and disrespectful, said Avaaraq S. Olsen, mayor of Greenland''s capital Nuuk, on Wednesday. "We do not want this. We have already made our opinion known. We held the largest demonstration ever in Greenland in spring, strongly rejecting the Americans. And that is still the position of the Greenlandic people," Olsen said in an interview with CBC News, a Canadian public broadcaster, according to Danish broadcaster DR.
Hyderabad, Jan 8 (UNI) In a major recruitment drive, Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) is conducting interviews to fill 32 specialist doctor positions across its hospitals.
Chennai, Janu 8 (UNI) Vedanta Kalinga Lancers registered their second win on the trot, clinching a narrow 2-1 victory against Shrachi Bengal Tigers in the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) here tonight and moved to the second spot in the points table.
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.
New Delhi/Hyderabad, Jan 8 (UNI) Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Thursday raised key transport-related proposals for the State at the 43rd meeting of the Transport Development Council held at Bharat Mandapam here. It was chaired by union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 8 (UNI) In the legal opinion submitted to the Kerala government by the Director General of Prosecution (DGP) and the Special Public Prosecutor, seeking approval to file an appeal against the acquittal of actor Dileep in the 2017 actress assault case, the two legal officers have reportedly made serious remarks against the trial court judge.
Pune, Jan 8 (UNI) Advocate Asim Sarode has levelled serious allegations against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming that it hatched a conspiracy to get a large number of candidates elected unopposed in the municipal corporation polls by misusing money and political power, and through intimidation.
Hyderabad, Jan 8 (UNI) Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Thursday said that his government will soon introduce a comprehensive Telangana Education Policy, aligned with the National Education Policy, to bring far-reaching reforms in the education sector. The policy is being drafted by a committee comprising experts in education.
Mymensingh, Jan 8 (UNI) The Detective Branch of Bangladesh Police said on Thursday it has arrested another key suspect accused of leading the horrific mob killing of local Hindu garment worker Dipu Chandra Das in Bhaluka, Mymensingh, as investigators said the inquiry had uncovered an organised role behind the fatal attack.
Tirupati, Jan 8 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Executive Officer Anil Kumar Singhal on Thursday instructed officials to expedite the construction of the new Sri Padmavathi Children’s Hospital building near Alipiri and ensure its early inauguration.
Ranchi, Jan 8 (UNI) In view of the warning issued by the Meteorological Department regarding the intensifying cold wave and severe cold conditions, the Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Magistrate, Ranchi, Manjunath Bhajantri, has issued an order to suspend classes in all categories of schools across the district.
(Eds: Combining related stories)Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Amid the ruckus by BJP and AAP legislators in the House, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Thursday announced the extension of the proceedings by one more day.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorare (ED), Ahmedabad Zonal Office, on Thursday said they had attached properties worth Rs. 4.92 crore of Dhirubhai Bababhai Sharma, former Field Supervisor, Gujarat Land Development Corporation, Anand, Gujarat, charged with possession of disproportionate assets.
Chandigarh, Jan 8 (UNI) A shooting coach has been suspended and a criminal case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act registered against him after a minor shooter accused her national-level coach of sexual assault. According to the police complaint, the minor athlete alleged that the coach had called her to a luxury hotel in Haryana''s Faridabad on the pretext of discussing her performance and improving her sporting skills.
New Delhi, 8 Jan (UNI) The political atmosphere in Old Delhi has heated up following the demolition of a dispensary and other structures near the Masjid and Dargah Faiz-e Elahi in the Turkman Gate area of the capital on the intervening night of Wednesday and Thursday. Matia Mahal MLA Aaley Muhammad Iqbal expressed strong displeasure over the action, terming the demolition “completely illegal” and a violation of the Constitution. He questioned the haste shown by the local administration, pointing out that the matter was sub judice at the time of the demolition.
Vadodara, Jan 8(UNI): Jash Modi, Parth Magar, Sarthak Arya won both their Group matches to reach the qualifying knockout round in the WTT Feeder Series 2026, being played at the SAMA Indoor Sports Complex here on Thursday.
London, Jan 8 (UNI) Tottenham captain Cristian Romero appeared to take aim at the club''s hierarchy, accusing them of telling "lies" in a since edited Instagram post. According to BBC Sport, Spurs have won just one of their past six Premier League games and sit 14th after losing 3-2 at Bournemouth on Thursday. Following the defeat, Romero stated on Instagram "other people" should be coming out to speak and adding that they "only show up when things are going well, to tell a few lies".
New Delhi, Jan 8(UNI): With the Shooting League of India (SLI) set to introduce a franchise-based, mixed-team format to the sport, Indian rifle shooter and 2022 Asian Games gold medallist Akhil Sheoran believes the league could mark a turning point in how shooting is experienced- both by athletes and fans. For Sheoran, the league arrives at a moment when Indian rifle shooting is operating at its highest-ever competitive level.
Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Amid the ruckus by BJP legislators in the House, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta announced the extension of the Assembly proceedings by one more day. The House was adjourned till 11:00 AM on January 9.
Lucknow, Jan 8 (UNI) To provide timely and quality healthcare services to the poor and needy, the Yogi Adityanath government has further strengthened the payment system under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana. As a result, a total of Rs 4,649 crore was paid to the hospitals empanelled under the Ayushman Bharat scheme in the state between January 2025 and December 2025.
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.
Lucknow, Jan 8 (UNI) Senior Samajwadi Party (SP) legislator and prominent tribal leader Vijay Singh Gond, a seven-time MLA from the Duddhi Assembly constituency, passed away on Thursday at the Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) here. He was 71 and had been undergoing treatment for a prolonged illness.
Lucknow, Jan 8 (UNI) Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav appealed to voters from the PDA community (backward classes, Dalits, and minorities) to thwart the "conspiracy" to remove their names from the voter list.
Washington, Jan 8 (UNI) The United States suspended all assistance to the government of Somalia, alleging that officials destroyed a World Food Programme (WFP) warehouse filled with food aid it funded.
New Delhi, 8 Jan (UNI) Safdarjung Hospital and Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) on Thursday launched an outdoor green space, “Umang Vatika” to step up the institution’s efforts for the care of children suffering from neurodevelopmental disorders.
New Delhi, Jan 8 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Thursday ordered a forensic examination of a video linked to a statement by Leader of Opposition Atishi, saying there appeared to be an attempt to raise questions over the functioning of the House.
Bilaspur, Jan 8 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh High Court Chief Justice Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia on Thursday formally inaugurated the permanent Additional District and Sessions Judge Court at the Bilaspur district headquarters court complex through a virtual medium.
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Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 8 (UNI) The Kerala government has decided to set up a Kayika Bhavan (Sports Bhavan) to strengthen coordination and streamline sports-related activities across the state, reflecting its commitment to the comprehensive development of the sports sector.
Patna, Jan 7 (UNI) Jewellery traders in Bihar have banned the entry of women wearing hijab, niqab, face masks or ghoonghat, and men wearing helmets or traditional head coverings (muretha), into gold and silver shops across the state, over security concerns. Following the decision, many shops have put up clear notices outside stating that anyone wearing such attire will not be permitted to enter.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Senior Delhi Police officials, led by Special Commissioner of Police (Central Zone) Ravindra Yadav, conducted an inspection of the area around Turkman Gate on Wednesday, following violent clashes over a court-ordered demolition drive to remove encroachments. The police have detained ten persons in connection with the incident. Special Commissioner Yadav, accompanied by the District Commissioner of Police (DCP) and other officers, surveyed the site near the Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid to examine the encroached location.
Dharamshala, Jan 7 (UNI) Deputy Chief Whip of the Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha, Kewal Singh Pathania, on Wednesday paid a formal courtesy call on Abdul Rahim Rather, Speaker of the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly, in Jammu.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday strongly condemned the alleged remarks made by Leader of Opposition Atishi on Guru Tegh Bahadur in the Assembly, saying the comments were indecent and against the dignity of the House.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) The government is expected to announce the schedule for the Budget Session of Parliament by this fortnight, following a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs (CCPA) held on Wednesday, official sources said.
Mumbai, Jan 7 (UNI) Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde today lashed out against BJP''s alliance with the Congress to defeat his Sena''s candidate in the election of Ambernath Municipal Council in neighbouring Thane district and raised questions about how such unlikely political alliances are formed.
Lucknow, Jan 7(UNI) Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav has alleged that the BJP government is secretly plotting to gradually eliminate MNREGA by changing its name. "On one hand, the BJP government is continuously reducing the MNREGA budget, and on the other hand, it has put so much pressure on the states to spend money. On the other hand, the states, already struggling with empty treasuries, will be unable to arrange for the additional budget as they are not getting their share of GST," he said.
Visakhapatnam, Jan 7 (UNI) In a comprehensive drive to ensure smooth operations, enhanced safety and infrastructure development, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Waltair Division, Lalit Bohra, on Wednesday conducted an intensive inspection of the main line section between Simhachalam North and Chipurupalli.
Mumbai Jan 8 (UNI) Actor-politician Ravi Kishan has responded to the buzz surrounding his entry into ''Khosla Ka Ghosla 2'', firmly dismissing speculation that he has replaced Boman Irani in the sequel.
Mumbai, Jan 7 (UNI) The Congress on Wednesday suspended its Ambarnath municipal unit president Pradeep Patil and 12 newly-elected councillors for forming an alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Despite geopolitical uncertainty and turbulent global landscape, India’s growth story shows signs of resilience as real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to increase to 7.4 per cent (Y-o-Y) in FY 2025-26 as compared to the 6.5 per cent (Y-o-Y) (provisional estimate) in FY 2024-25, said Rajeev Juneja, President of PHDCCI on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Jan 7(UNI): The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has launched a four-day Sports Sciences Workshop for combat sports coaches at its Sports Science Division in New Delhi.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 7 (UNI) The Odisha government’s Department of Sports and Youth Services will organize the ‘CM Trophy’ Championship to identify and nurture talented athletes from the grassroots level, providing them a pathway to national and international sports platforms.
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Patna, Jan 7 (UNI) Bihar Planning and Development Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav on Wednesday said that 71.40 per cent of the total funds under the Chief Minister Area Development Scheme have been spent on local development works recommended by MLAs and MLCs.
Eluru, Jan 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has asserted that politicising the water sharing is not proper and expressed strong objections to the comments made by some Telangana leaders on AP projects.
Chennai, Jan 7 (UNI) Strongly condemning senior BJP Leader and union Home Minister Amit Shah for painting the DMK government as anti-Hindu by levelling baseless charges and canards unbecoming of the office he holds, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President MK Stalin on Wednesday expressed doubt as to whether the BJP veteran is ‘Amit Shah or Slander Shah’.
Brussels, Jan 7 (UNI) The European Union, despite not recognising the Venezuelan interim government of the current acting President Delcy Rodriguez, will continue to maintain a "targeted engagement" with her cabinet, in order to safeguard its interests in Caracas, said European Commission spokesperson Anna Hipper during a briefing in Brussels.
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, January 7 (UNI) In a sharp escalation of rhetoric against both India and Afghanistan, Pakistan’s military spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry on Tuesday issued a provocative challenge, daring the two countries to take military action against Pakistan.
Hyderabad, Jan 7 (UNI) The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has geared up to handle the Sankranthi travel rush by operating 6,431 special buses to safely ferry passengers to their hometowns.
Kolkata, Jan 7 (UNI) Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen was served a notice under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, triggering sharp reactions from his family and the Trinamool Congress (TMC).
Neeraj Bali,Chandigarh, Jan 7 (UNI) A story from a small village in Haryana''s Fatehabad district highlights how Indian society still risks a woman''s life for the sake of a male child and societal norms, with a father openly admitting to taking a life-threatening medical risk in his desire for a son.
Rio de Janeiro, Jan 7 (UNI) Brazil forward Neymar has extended his contract with Santos until the end of 2026 as he seeks to earn a World Cup call-up.
Agartala, Jan 7 (UNI) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) and members of the Sanatani community have persisted in their protests at the Raghna Land Custom Stations (LCS) located in North Tripura along the Indo-Bangladesh border. They are advocating for a cessation of trade with Bangladesh due to reported atrocities, persecution, and targeted violence against religious minorities across the border.
Chennai, Jan 7 (UNI) The Well Marked Low Pressure area over the Bay has intensified into a Depression today and will further concentrate into a Deep Depression, as several partsof Tamil Nadu, including southern, Cauvery delta and Northern and North coastal districtsexpected to witness revived rainfall activity in the next few days.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Housing sales across eight major Indian cities declined marginally by 1 per cent in 2025 to 3.48 lakh units as demand remained subdued amid a sharp rise in property prices, according to a report by real estate consultancy Knight Frank India.
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Etah, Jan 7 (UNI) The bodies of a 17-year-old girl and an 18-year-old boy were found under suspicious circumstances in a village of Etah district.
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 7 (UNI) Vattiyoorkavu MLA and CPI(M) leader V.K. Prasanth has decided to vacate his office functioning at the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation building in Sasthamangalam and shift operations to a newly rented office at Maruthamkuzhi within his constituency, following a dispute with local BJP ward councillor and former DGP R. Sreelekha (Rtd IPS). The controversy began after BJP State vice president R. Sreelekha demanded that the MLA vacate the room he had been using in the corporation building, stating that the space was required for her councillor''s office.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi’s ‘HAQ’ has recently made its debut on Netflix following a successful theatrical run in India.
Bilaspur, Jan 7 (UNI) Following the instructions of the State Government''s Minister of Town and Country Planning, Housing, Technical Education, Vocational and Industrial Training, Rajesh Dharmani, a joint team of the Himachal Pradesh Urban Development Authority (HIMUDA) on Tuesday evening visited the Bilaspur district to explore the possibilities of developing a residential township and to identify suitable land.
Gorakhpur, Jan 7 (UNI) Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur, lodged in Deoria District Jail in connection with a fraud case, was rushed to hospital late Tuesday night after his health suddenly deteriorated.
Wellington, Jan 7 (UNI) New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy’s outstanding run with the ball in 2025 has earned him a place in the Black Caps’ squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. According to the International Cricket Council (ICC) website, currently ranked second in the ICC T20I bowling rankings, Duffy enjoyed a prolific year, claiming 81 international wickets across formats in the last calendar year.
Gorakhpur, Jan 7 (UNI) A speeding Scorpio SUV ran over six people warming themselves by a bonfire on Tuesday night in Rampur village, killing three and leaving several others seriously injured.
Valleta, Jan 7 (SPUTNIK/UNI) The Sovereign Military Order of Malta delivered thousands of essential aid items to civilians in the Gaza Strip despite Israeli border restrictions and ongoing combat, the first counselor at the order’s mission in Egypt, Marc Innaro, told Sputnik.
New Delhi, Jan 7 (UNI) Actor Nakuul Mehta will lead the new series ‘Space Gen: Chandrayaan’, inspired by India’s landmark Chandrayaan-2 mission.
Jwalamukhi (Kangra), Jan 7 (UNI) A nilgai (blue bull) was found dead in a stream beneath a culvert in the Khaula Panchayat area near the SSB Training Centre on the outskirts of Jwalamukhi on Tuesday.
Hong Kong, Jan 6 (UNI) Wu Dajing, Chinese Olympic champion in short track speed skating, announced his retirement on Tuesday, opting for a low-key farewell without a ceremony. .
Madrid, Jan 6 (UNI) Real Madrid will be without top scorer Kylian Mbappe for this week''s Spanish Super Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. .
Tirupati, Jan 6 (UNI) Reiterating the importance of timely execution of temple development projects, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Chairman B.R. Naidu on Tuesday directed officials to fast-track all ongoing engineering works across the country under the TTD umbrella.
Washington, Jan 6 (UNI) US military will have a limited role in Venezuela, said Speaker Mike Johnson on Monday, after top deputies to President Donald Trump briefed senior Congress leaders on the surprise military operation on Saturday, where US troops kidnapped reigning President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in Caracas on narcoterrorism charges, ousting the leader from power.
Madrid, Jan 6 (UNI) FC Barcelona opens its Spanish Super Cup campaign against Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, with the La Liga leader favored to reach the final. .
Vijayawada, Jan 6 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu suggested that the Krishna river front in Amaravati capital region should be developed as ‘Marina Water Front’ to promote tourism.
Mumbai, Jan 6 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Shinde) leaders launched a sharp attack on the rival Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray (UBT) faction today, accusing it of spreading misinformation and engaging in irresponsible politics ahead of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday strongly criticised opposition parties for spreading misinformation and portraying the VBG RAM-G Bill as anti-farmer and anti-poor.
New Delhi, Jan 6 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday conducted search operations at multiple premises in Delhi-NCR linked to M/s Satat Sampada Private Limited (SSPL).
Patna, Jan 6 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha today said that the dream of a developed India and a prosperous Bihar cannot be realised without the active participation and contribution of women.
Kochi, Jan 6 (UNI) The active participation of people from diverse countries and cultures played a decisive role in transforming Kerala into a global powerhouse of the spice trade from ancient times, experts observed at the International Spice Routes Conference that began here today.
Dhaka, Jan 6 (UNI) BNP acting chairman, Tarique Rahman, alleged that anonymous forces have been seeking to undo the history of the 1971 Liberation War, and that the very essence of Bangladesh''s existence was rooted in the Liberation War, and as such it is quintessential to its very being.
Ranchi, Jan 1 (UNI) The Health, Medical Education and Family Welfare Department on Tuesday decided to issue show-cause notices to five districts with the lowest expenditure under key health schemes. The department also directed all districts to accelerate spending and implementation, failing which disciplinary action will be initiated against them.
Shashi SinghRanchi, Jan 6 (UNI) The political slugfest over rural employment intensified in Jharkhand as the BJP and the Congress exchanged sharp charges over the Centre’s proposed G RAM G scheme, positioned as a revamped alternative to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA).
Kochi, Jan 6 (UNI) Kerala today launched the International Spice Routes Heritage Network as a collaborative platform to promote history, culture, creativity and tourism across nations by leveraging the legacy of the fabled Spice Routes that marked Kerala as a hub of global maritime trade and cross-cultural encounters for centuries.
Bhopal, Jan 6 (UNI) The Madhya Pradesh High Court on Tuesday expressed strong displeasure at the BJP state government and local administration, and termed as ‘insensitive’, the government’s response over the deaths of several people due to contaminated water of Narmada river supplied by the Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) through taps in households of the Bhagirathpura locality in the city.
Patna, Jan 6 (UNI) Taking a dig at the opposition, Bihar Law and Health Minister and senior BJP leader Mangal Pandey todaysaid that internal bickering and the break-up of the Grand Alliance (GA) weaken the alliance making it ineffective.
Patna, Jan 6 (UNI) Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president Harsh Vardhan today congratulated the Bihar team on their remarkable achievement of winning the Vijay Hazare Trophy (Plate group), stating that the players displayed immense mental and physical strength, outstanding discipline, and exemplary team spirit throughout the tournament.
Mysuru, Jan 6 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday urged the central government to implement the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) schemes, pointing out that despite several years of BJP rule at the Centre, these schemes remain ''unexecuted''.
Bengaluru, Jan 6 (UNI) Indian tennis star Dakshineswar Suresh, who recently stunned world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling World Tennis League (WTL) encounter, is now focusing on preparing for the upcoming Davis Cup.
Hyderabad, Jan 6 (UNI) Telangana Jagruthi President Kalvakuntla Kavitha on Tuesday called upon people from all sections of society to "walk together towards building a socially just Telangana", as she received overwhelming support from activists, employees, students and various people’s organisations.
New Delhi, 6 Jan (UNI) In a bid to curb air pollution caused by dust in Noida, the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) intensified inspection drives across the city to examine the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6 (UNI) In a landmark advancement in respiratory medicine, the Pulmonary Medicine team at the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS) and SUM Hospital-2, Phulnakhara, has successfully performed eastern India’s first navigation-guided bronchoscopic cryobiopsy on a lung cancer patient.
Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 6 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday informed the House during the ongoing winter session that a discussion on pollution has been listed for January 7. Addressing the House, the Speaker said that members of the Business Advisory Committee were present when the agenda was finalised and were duly informed about the scheduled discussion on pollution.
Noida, Jan 6(UNI): Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL) Season 2 witnessed a special presence as Parvin Dabas, Indian actor and director and co-owner of the Pro Panja League, visited the Noida Indoor Stadium.
Dubai, Jan 6 (UNI) India captain Harmanpreet Kaur has moved up two spots to 13th position in the ICC Women’s T20I Batting Rankings after her match-winning knock in the fifth and final T20I of their home series against Sri Lanka in Thiruvananthapuram even as Deepti Sharma has lost the top spot in the bowling rankings. .
Patna, Jan 6 (UNI) Raising questions over the sharp increase in the assets of Bihar minister Ashok Choudhary between 2020 and 2026, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) today said that if Ashok Choudhary shares his “magic wealth formula” for increasing wealth, people living below the poverty line in Bihar could also improve their economic condition.
Lohardaga, Jan 6 (UNI) Train operations on the Ranchi–Lohardaga–Tori rail section have been disrupted after a technical fault was detected in the Koel River railway bridge (Bridge No. 115).
Maryland, Jan 6 (UNI) The father of a 27-year-old Indian-origin woman who was stabbed to death in Howard County, Maryland, has demanded strict punishment for the accused as conflicting reports emerged over the suspect’s arrest in India.
New Delhi, Jan 6 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday informed the House that MLA Ajay Mahawar has submitted a complaint to him. He was speaking on the second day of the Winter Session of the Delhi Assembly. The Speaker said the complaint mentions that former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal and MLA Sanjeev Jha have been making allegations in the media claiming that teachers in Delhi government schools were deployed for counting stray dogs.
Pune, Jan 6 (UNI) union Minister of State for Railways Suresh Kalmadi, who served as a union Minister during the Congress-led government and earned significant recognition as an Administrator in Indian sports passed away at a private hospital in the city on Tuesday.
Mathura, Jan 6 (UNI) Bringing Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s ''Khelo India'' vision to life, Mathura MP and renowned actress Hema Malini officially inaugurated the ''Sansad Khel 2025-26''. On this occasion, she encouraged young athletes from various parts of the district and emphasized the importance of sports.
Una (HP), Jan 6 (UNI) The process of shifting the office of the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) to the Skill Development Institute building in Palakwah Khas, under the Haroli sub-division of Una district of Himachal Pradesh, has gained momentum. .
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6 (UNI) In a strong push to institutionalise road safety and significantly reduce preventable road fatalities, the Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Cuttack, Satyajit Naik, has directed the Superintendents of Police (SPs) of all districts under his range to launch a Special Enforcement Drive against traffic violations.
Shimla, Jan 6 (UNI) The High Court of Himachal Pradesh on Monday rejected the bail plea of Gaurav Sharma, a key suspect implicated in a large-scale narcotics trafficking racket operating out of Una district.
Dharamshala, Jan 6 (UNI) Senior BJP leader and Sulah MLA Vipin Singh Parmar on Sunday alleged that the Rs 250 million ultra-modern hospital building at Bhawarna in the Sulah Assembly constituency remains incomplete even after years, reflecting what he termed the failure of the Congress government in Himachal Pradesh.
Kochi, Jan 6 (UNI) Revisiting the legendary Spice Route that once placed Kerala at the centre of global maritime trade and cross-cultural exchange, the three-day International Spice Routes Conference will commence here on Tuesday.
Samastipur, Jan 5 (UNI) Train operations on the Samastipur-Khagaria section were disrupted after one bogie of a goods train loaded with oil derailed at Rusesra station under Samastipur division of East Central Railway today.
Lucknow, Jan 5 (UNI) A 20-year-old youth and two buffaloes were killed on Monday after a speeding car lost control and overturned on the Outer Ring Road in Lucknow’s Dubagga police station area, triggering protests by locals and the victim’s family.
Kolhapur, Ratnagiri, Jan 5 (UNI) Senior Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and MP Narayan Rane suddenly felt unwell while he was addressing an Agriculture festival in Chiplun of Ratnagiri district today.
Shimla, Jan 5 (UNI) Special Court (PMLA), Shimla, has declared Ashoni Kanwar and her son Mandeep Rana as Fugitive Economic Offenders under the provisions of the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act (FEOA), 2018, in connection with the multi-crore fake degree scam linked to Manav Bharti University, Solan.
Jammu, Jan 5 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is witnessing a new revolution in sports.
Ranchi, Jan 5 (UNI ) In view of the intensifying cold wave and plunging temperatures across Jharkhand, the state government has announced the closure of all schools from January 6 to January 8 as a precautionary measure to safeguard children.
Madrid, Jan 5 (UNI) FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has named central defender Ronald Araujo in a 24-man squad for this week''s Spanish Super Cup in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. .
Under PM Modi, India witnessing new sports revolution: J&K LGDiu, Jan 5 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Monday said under Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s leadership, India is witnessing a new revolution in sports.
Mumbai, Jan 5 (UNI) The final deadline for affixing High-Security Registration Plates (HSRP) on vehicles registered before April 1, 2019, expired on December 31, 2025, leaving more than 27 lakh vehicles across Maharashtra without the mandatory plates.
Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Jan 5 (UNI) To ensure the prompt resolution of electricity consumers’ issues, 66 complaints were received during the “Dial Your APSPDCL CMD” programme held here on Monday, APSPDCL Chairman & Managing Director Shivashankar Lotheti said.
Bengaluru, Jan 5 (UNI) The Karnataka government is considering bringing in a special law to prevent honour killings in the State, Law and Parliamentary Affairs Minister HK Patil said on Monday.
Hyderabad, Jan 5 (UNI) Hyderabad residents have raised an alarm as historic water bodies and open wells, including a 200-year-old Chintabavi well in Alwal, face encroachment and potential sale as plots, according to HYDRAA, a statutory body in Hyderabad responsible for the protection of public property and disaster management in the city.
Harare, Jan 5 (UNI) Former Zimbabwe skipper Tatenda Taibu, the ambassador for the upcoming ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup was involved in two editions of the tournament, in 2000 and 2002.
Chandigarh, Jan 5 (UNI): A CBI court in Chandigarh on Monday granted bail to suspended Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar in a disproportionate assets case, citing the agency’s failure to file a chargesheet within the stipulated time period.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) Describing the Piprahwa relics as living reminders of the Buddha’s message, a forum of eminent scholars discussed that Buddhism’s global acceptance is rooted in its philosophical depth and ethical universality.
Mumbai, Jan 5 (UNI) A cath lab at the Municipal run Nair Hospital has become non-operational following a short circuit, official sources confirmed on Monday.
Diu, Jan 5(UNI): The second edition of Khelo India Beach Games got off to a colourful start here at the Ghoghla Beach on Monday with a special message from the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Games, featuring over 2100 participants from across the nation, will conclude on January 5.
Nagpur, Jan 5 (UNI) Ahead of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) election scheduled for January 15, oncerns have emerged over the low number of Muslim candidates fielded by major political parties, despite the community forming a significant portion of the city’s population.
Hyderabad, Jan 5 (UNI) Acting on a swift alert received through Dial-100, Miyapur police on the night of January 4, 2026, apprehended an accused while he was attempting to rob an ATM, averting a major loss.
Nagpur, Jan 5 (UNI) Ahead of the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) election scheduled for January 15, 2026, concerns have emerged over the low number of Muslim candidates fielded by major political parties, despite the community forming a significant portion of the city’s population.
Mumbai, Jan 5 (UNI) A major security alert was triggered at the Tata Memorial Cancer Hospital at Parel here on Monday morning after the administration received a bomb threat via email. The threat led to immediate deployment of police and bomb disposal squads to the premises.
New Delhi, January 5 (UNI) Indian Railways has utilised over 80 per cent of its capital expenditure (CAPEX) allocation in the first three quarters of the current financial year. The Ministry of Railways has stated said the bulk of the spending has been directed towards track renewal, signalling upgrades, rolling stock procurement, station redevelopment and network expansion, aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring safer, faster and more reliable train services.
Dhaka, Jan 5 (UNI) The Asian Development Bank committed over $2.57 billion in new sovereign financing to Bangladesh in 2025, more than double its previous $1.18 billion commitment the previous year, as the country wracked with socio-political instability, continues grappling with the throes of rising inflation, dwindling economy, and reducing consumer power.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) The Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI) on Monday raised concerns over the credibility and inclusiveness of recent technical tests conducted for Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) broadcasting, saying the exercise lacked transparency and stakeholder participation.
Mumbai, Jan 5 (UNI): Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee president Harshvardhan Sapkal said on Monday that in the local self-government elections in the state, the principle of free and fair elections has been sabotaged.
Imphal, Jan 5 (UNI) The Directorate of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution (CAF & PD), Manipur has launched surprise inspections at oil retail outlets across the State to verify the quality, density, and quantity of petrol and diesel being sold to consumers.
Kannauj, Jan 5 (UNI) Two prisoners escaped from Kannauj District Jail late at night, allegedly taking advantage of a new year party held inside the premises. The inmates reportedly tied several blankets together to make a rope and scaled the jail’s boundary wall, which is more than 22 feet high, officials confirmed on Monday.
Hyderabad, Jan 5 (UNI) Peddapalli MP Gaddam Vamsi Krishna on Monday carried out a detailed inspection of the 11 Incline Mine at Godavarikhani, gaining first-hand insight into underground operations of Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) and interacting closely with mine workers.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said that while the world is going through a period of maritime uncertainty, India has proved time and again it secures peace and stability not only of its own interests, but also of the entire Indo-Pacific region.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) The Delhi High Court on Monday asked the CBI to respond to a petition filed by RJD leader and former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, challenging the framing of charges against him in a long-running corruption case linked to the Indian Railways'' catering arm.
Mumbai, Jan 05(UNI): After a decade of shared milestones and unparalleled achievements, star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra and JSW Sports today announce the conclusion of their formal partnership. The move comes as Neeraj begins a new chapter with the launch of his own athlete management firm, Vel Sports.
New Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) The AAP on Monday cited a report by The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) to reignite allegations that Delhi received heavily polluted water from Haryana during the party-led dispensation in the national capital. .
Mumbai Jan 5 (UNI) Mumbai is deeply distressed over the union government''s assertion that tunnelling through hills for road projects does not require Environmental Clearance (EC), green groups have warned that the move could open the floodgates to large-scale hill destruction, undermining the spirit of Vande Mataram, which venerates the land as a source of life and sustenance.
Lucknow, Jan 5 (UNI) The legally mandated Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) spending by companies in India may increase perceived risk among investors, directly impacting companies'' ability to raise capital from the stock market at a higher cost. This was revealed in a study conducted by the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) recently. The study specifically focused on CSR spending related to poverty alleviation.
Mumbai, Jan 5 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress chief Harshwardhan Sapkal on Monday demanded the dismissal of Speaker Rahul Narvekar for allegedly threatening former MP Haribhai Rathod in the office premises of the election officer of Colaba assembly constituency as the incident''s video went viral last week.
Caracas, Jan 5 (UNI) Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Uruguay and Spain are concerned about the US attempt to appropriate Venezuela''s natural and strategic resources, a joint statement on the situation in the South American country read.
Pankaj JainNew Delhi, Jan 5 (UNI) Delhi minister Parvesh Verma on Monday moved a motion in the Assembly, alleging contempt of the House and irresponsible conduct by the Opposition during the Lieutenant Governor’s address to the House.
Dumka, Jan 5 (UNI) Angry villagers blocked NH 114A at the main chowk of Shikaripara block headquarters, protesting the murder of an e-rickshaw driver.
Aden, Yemen, Jan 5 (UNI) Yemenia Airways, Yemen''s national carrier, resumed commercial flights from Aden International Airport in the southern port city on Sunday following a three-day suspension, the country''s transport ministry said.
Kochi, Jan 5 (UNI) Kerala Transport Minister K.B. Ganesh Kumar became one of the first prominent public figures in the state to experience the all-new Tata Sierra, as he personally test-drove the iconic SUV that has made a much-anticipated comeback after nearly 25 years.
Satara, Jan 4 (UNI) The Marathi-speaking people from disputed areas on Maharashtra and Karnataka border today staged a demonstration at Marathi Sammelan here by shouting slogans to include disputed areas in Maharashtra.
Bulandshahr, Jan 04(UNI) A man was killed and his elder brother seriously injured in a violent clash over a land dispute in Bulandshahr district on Sunday evening.
Madrid, Jan. 4 (UNI) Thousands of people gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Madrid on Sunday to protest against a U.S. military strike in Venezuela and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro a day earlier. .
Mumbai, Jan 4 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) chief Uddhav Thackeray on Sunday demanded that the recent unopposed municipal corporation elections be scrapped outright instead of being subjected to an inquiry.
Lucknow, Jan 4 (UNI) A significant initiative regarding investment opportunities in Uttar Pradesh has emerged when a delegation from the Canadian Hindu Chambers of Commerce met with Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath here today.
Chandrapur, Jan 4 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday asserted that the mandate of the people would remain decisive even if opposition parties approach the courts against the unopposed election of Mahayuti candidates in the ongoing civic polls.
Chennai, Jan 4 (UNI) Making a startling revelation, BJP Tamil Nadu Unit President Nainar Nagendra on Sunday evening held senior ruling DMK leader and former Minister V Senthilbalaji for the Karur stampede at TVK Founder and actor-politicianVijay''s election rally at Karur which claimed 41 lives on September 27 last year.
Satara, Jan 4 (UNI) The 99th Akhil Bharatiya Marathi Sahitya Sammelan today passed a resolution demanding that the central government should immediately incorporate the disputed areas on Maharashtra and Karnataka border in Maharashtra by adopting universally accepted principles of village factors, geographical contiguity, relative multilingualism and people''s will.
New Delhi, Jan 4 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday inspected the Yamuna River clean-up drive organised at the Chhath Ghat near ITO. CM said that the cleanliness of the Yamuna is no longer merely a government programme, but has taken the form of a people’s movement. She added that ''Maa Yamuna'' is the eternal lifeline of our faith, culture and civilisation.
Chennai, Jan 4 (UNI) Making a startling revelation, BJP Tamil Nadu Unit President Nainar Nagendra on Sunday evening heldsenior ruling DMK leader and former Minister V Senthilbalaji for the Karur stampede at TVK Founder and actor-politicianVijay''s election rally at Karur which claimed 41 lives on September 27 last year.
Lucknow, Jan 4 (UNI) Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav today issued a sharp statement on the BJP government''s ''double- engine'' model, saying that if those who are blindly supporting and voting for BJP still have even a shred of patriotism, compassion, humanity, wisdom and conscience left, then they need to seriously reflect on the current situation.
Bengaluru, Jan 4 (UNI) Former Chief Minister and MP Basavaraj Bommai today alleged that the state government is misleading poor daily wage labourers by spreading false information about the G-Ram-G Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme.
New Delhi, Jan 04(UNI): The auctions for the fifth season of the Pro Wrestling League (PWL), a franchise-based professional wrestling competition sanctioned by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), concluded with individual price-tags breaking all-time records.
Mumbai, Jan 4 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, holding him accountable for the murder of an MNS office-bearer in Solapur. Raut said that instead of changing the “face of Maharashtra” as promised, the Chief Minister has “corrupted it and splashed it with the blood of innocents.” .
New Delhi, Jan 4 (UNI) The return of calmer winds in the national capital region worsened the air quality, taking it back to the ‘very poor’ category after a brief relief of two days.
London, Jan. 4 (UNI) British and French air forces conducted a joint operation on Saturday evening to bomb a suspected underground arms storage facility previously used by the Islamic State (IS) group in Syria, the British Defence Ministry said.
Ranchi, Jan 4 (UNI) In view of the prevailing cold wave and severe winter conditions, the district administration has suspended academic activities in all government, non-government and private schools across Ranchi district from Classes KG to XII for two days.
Varanasi, Jan 4( UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that in recent years, sports in Uttar Pradesh and the country have received a new vision, new resources, and new confidence.
Dhaka/ New Delhi, Jan 4 (UNI) Bangladesh’s Information and Broadcasting Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan has said that Dhaka is considering suspending the broadcast of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the controversial exclusion of national team pacer Mustafizur Rahman from the tournament.
Varanasi, Jan 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the youth of the country are getting the opportunity to excel in both sports and education simultaneously.
Varanasi, Jan 4 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while inaugurating the 72nd Senior National Volleyball Championship virtually from Delhi on Sunday, said that India''s reform Express has sports as its main component and feel proud when we see Gen Z hoisting the national tricolor on the sports field.
Riyadh, Jan 4 (UNI) The 2026 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia kicked off with Spain''s 20-year-old Edgar Canet delivering a landmark win in the motorbike prologue, while Sweden''s Mattias Ekstrom topped the car category in Yanbu. Riding for KTM, Canet claimed his maiden Dakar special and, according to available records on Saturday, became the youngest winner of a motorbike stage in the rally''s history.
Ayodhya, Jan 4 (UNI) An ultramodern facility, a 300-bed hospital, a cancer institute and a martyrs'' memorial in memory of the deceased Karsevaks would be constructed near the Ram temple by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
Washington, Jan 4 (UNI) The restrictions around the Caribbean airspace are expiring at 12:00 am (0500 GMT Sunday) and flights can resume, U.S. Transportation Department Secretary Sean Duffy said on X.
Madrid, Jan 4 (UNI) La Liga leader FC Barcelona rode its luck before two late goals from Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski assured a 2-0 win away to local rivals Espanyol on Saturday.
London, Jan. 4 (UNI) British and French air forces conducted a joint operation on Saturday evening to bomb a suspected underground arms storage facility previously used by the Islamic State (IS) group in Syria, the British Defence Ministry has said.
Hyderabad, Jan 3 (UNI) While startups and professionals in Hyderabad focus on funding, innovation, and career growth, fear of public speaking is emerging as a largely unrecognised factor hindering leadership and business success, according to public relations practitioner and public speaking enthusiast D. Ramchandram.