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Teachers to educate children about filariasis during prayer assemblies in UP

Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department is to play an active role in helping make the upcoming Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign a success in 64 blocks across 21 districts of the state.

#Teachers to educate children about filariasis during prayer assemblies in UP

Huge cache of banned cough syrups seized in Odisha, eight including two minors held

Bhubaneswar, Jan 21 (UNI) Police in Odisha’s Bargarh district on Wednesday arrested six individuals and detained two children in conflict with law under relevant sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act after recovering a huge cache of banned codeine-based composition Eskuf cough syrup from them.

#Huge cache of banned cough syrups seized in Odisha # eight including two minors held

KGBV girls to be taken on educational tours to connect them with history, science in UP

Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) Implementing the objectives of the National Education Policy on ground and taking girls beyond textbook knowledge to directly connect them with history, science, culture and modern technology, the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department has taken an important step.

#KGBV girls to be taken on educational tours to connect them with history # science in UP

UP: EOW arrests former NCB malkhana in-charge for Rs 42.23 lakh embezzlement

Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) The Economic Offences Wing (EOW) of Uttar Pradesh police has arrested Rajendra Kumar Dubey, the then in-charge of the malkhana (storeroom) of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), in a 12-year-old case related to misappropriation of government funds, an officer confirmed on Wednesday.

#UP: EOW arrests former NCB malkhana in-charge for Rs 42.23 lakh embezzlement

Supreme Court extends stay on disqualification of six Himachal Congress MLAs in CPS Case: AG

Shimla, Jan 21 (UNI) The Supreme Court may hear the Chief Parliamentary Secretaries of Himachal Pradesh versus Kalpana case after March 15 now as the apex court defferred hearing on Monday.

#Supreme Court extends stay on disqualification of six Himachal Congress MLAs in CPS Case: AG

UP Diwas: The voice of public awareness will resonate across the state

Lucknow, Jan 21(UNI) On the occasion of UP Diwas this year, preparations have been made to give public awareness a strong cultural voice across the state.
On January 24, on the occasion of UP Day, street plays will be organised on a large scale in various districts of the state through ‘A’ category street play groups nominated by the Information and Public Relations Department.

#UP Diwas: The voice of public awareness will resonate across the state

Vice Prez inaugurates CMRIT Incubation Centre, highlights 50 startups

Bengaluru, Jan 21 (UNI) Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan on Wednesday inaugurated the Incubation Centre at CMR Institute of Technology (CMRIT), praising the Institute for nurturing over 50 startups and contributing to India''s emergence as a creator of technology, not merely an adopter.

#Vice Prez inaugurates CMRIT Incubation Centre # highlights 50 startups

Adani Group announces huge investment portfolio for India at WEF 2026

Mumbai, Jan 21 (UNI) The Adani Group today officially announced a detailed view of its expanding investment portfolio for India, at the 56th World Economic Forum (WEF 2026) in Davos, Switzerland, spanning aviation, renewable energy, urban development, digital infrastructure as well as advanced manufacturing.

#Adani Group announces huge investment portfolio for India at WEF 2026

ED files supplementary chargesheet in Rs. 1,575 crore Pearlvine ponzi scam

New Delhi, Jan 21 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Shillong Sub Zonal Office, stated on Wednesday that it has filed a supplementary chargesheet before a Special PMLA Court against thirteen accused persons, including Neeraj Kumar Gupta, his associated companies, and other associates namely Naveen Kumar Gupta, Umesh Garg, and Nitin Bharti, in the case of Pearlvine International.

#ED files supplementary chargesheet in Rs. 1 #575 crore Pearlvine ponzi scam

Cong MLA supports DCM brother's 'no one willingly gives up power' remark

Bengaluru, Jan 21 (UNI) Congress MLA Shivaganga Basavaraj on Wednesday supported remarks by Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister Shivakumar''s brother, DK Suresh, stating that no one willingly relinquishes their position of power.

#Cong MLA supports DCM brother's 'no one willingly gives up power' remark

Mizoram gearing up to become a major tourist destination: State tourism minister

Guwahati, Jan 21 (UNI) With Mizoram now connected with the railway link, the state is gearing up for becoming a major tourist destination in the northeast.

#Mizoram gearing up to become a major tourist destination: State tourism minister

Telangana police step up rehabilitation of surrendered Maoists

Hyderabad, Jan 21 (UNI) Telangana Police has intensified efforts to support Maoists who have surrendered and are returning to the mainstream, urging those still underground to give up violence and rejoin civilian life.

#Telangana police step up rehabilitation of surrendered Maoists

Mayor's contest heats up in Kalyan–Dombivli Municipal Corporation

Mumbai, Jan 21 (UNI) Political temperatures have risen sharply in the Kalyan–Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) following the civic election results, with the contest for the Mayor''s post emerging as a test of power-sharing, alliance management and future political direction within the ruling Mahayuti.

#Mayor's contest heats up in Kalyan–Dombivli Municipal Corporation

AAP Councillors accuse BJP of corruption in Delhi civic body during Committee meeting

New Delhi, Jan 21 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) today raised allegations of large-scale corruption in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) during a meeting of the Standing Committee.

#AAP Councillors accuse BJP of corruption in Delhi civic body during Committee meeting

Digital classrooms to be set up in all govt medical colleges: Damodar Rajanarasimha

Hyderabad, Jan 21 (UNI) In a major push to improve the quality of medical education, Health Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha has directed officials to implement a digital education system with state-of-the-art technology in all 35 government medical colleges in Telangana, alongside the traditional teaching system.

#Digital classrooms to be set up in all govt medical colleges: Damodar Rajanarasimha

Rohit reveals why Shreyas Iyer missed Asia Cup, T20 World Cup

New Delhi, Jan 21 (UNI) Former India captain Rohit Sharma has opened up on the tough selection call that saw Shreyas Iyer miss out on India’s squads for the 2022 Asia Cup and the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, revealing that the decision was clearly communicated to the batter at the time.

#Rohit reveals why Shreyas Iyer missed Asia Cup # T20 World Cup

Rashmi Group signs MoU with Telangana for Rs 12,500-crore steel plant at Davos

Davos/Hyderabad, Jan 21 (UNI) The Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led ‘Telangana Rising’ delegation on Tuesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rashmi Group for setting up a steel production unit in Telangana with an investment of Rs 12,500 crore and an employment potential of 12,000 direct and indirect jobs.

#Rashmi Group signs MoU with Telangana for Rs 12 #500-crore steel plant at Davos

Odisha Govt assures full support for timely completion of key railway projects

Bhubaneswar, Jan 21 (UNI) The Odisha government on Wednesday assured the General Manager of East Coast Railway (ECoR), Parmeshwar Funkwal, of all possible support to ensure the timely completion of vital railway infrastructure projects aimed at improving connectivity and accelerating the state’s overall development. The assurance was given by State Chief Secretary Anu Garg during a meeting with the ECoR General Manager, where both sides held detailed and constructive discussions on the progress of ongoing and proposed railway infrastructure works across Odisha.

#Odisha Govt assures full support for timely completion of key railway projects

MNS support Sena (Shinde) in KDMC for Mayor Election, Sena (UBT) and BJP stunned

Mumbai, Jan 21 (UNI) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) on Wednesday extended support to the Shiv Sena led by Deputy chief minister Eknath Shinde in the neighbouring Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC), strengthening its position to stake claim to the Mayor''s post.

#MNS support Sena (Shinde) in KDMC for Mayor Election # Sena (UBT) and BJP stunned

Universities must uphold constitutional morality: Justice Revati Mohite Dere.

Pune, Jan 21 (UNI) Revati Mohite Dere, Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court observed that Universities are not just centres of academic learning, but are spaces where constitutional morality, equality and justice are nurtured. She said this during her visit to Symbiosis International University Pune campus on Wednesday. Senior advocate and former Member of Parliament Vandana Chavan, also visited the Symbiosis campus. .

#Universities must uphold constitutional morality: Justice Revati Mohite Dere.

Esports World Cup 2026 announced in Riyadh with 75 mln USD prizes

Riyadh, Jan. 21 (UNI): The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) announced on Tuesday Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), the world''s largest esports event, set to return to Riyadh from July 6 to August 23 with a total prize pool of 75 million U.S. dollars.

#Esports World Cup 2026 announced in Riyadh with 75 mln USD prizes

Delhi Assembly Speaker meets UP Governor and CM; Focus on legislative reforms

New Delhi, Jan 21 (UNI) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Wednesday held meetings with the Governor and the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, with the discussions centred on reforms being implemented in the Delhi legislative assembly to modernise its functioning, including going paperless, and enhance public trust.

#Delhi Assembly Speaker meets UP Governor and CM; Focus on legislative reforms

Disruptions and deadlocks during House meetings not conducive to democracy, Om Birla

Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Wednesday that constant disruptions and planned deadlocks in the House are not conducive to the country''s democracy. "When the House is disrupted, the greatest harm is suffered by the citizen whose problem was to be discussed," he said.

#Disruptions and deadlocks during House meetings not conducive to democracy # Om Birla

Nitish announces to upgrade community health centres into specialty hospitals

Chhapra, Jan 21 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced on Wednesday that all 20 Community Health Centres (CHCs) in Saran district would be upgraded into specialty hospitals while the Saran Sadar Hospital will be developed as a super specialty hospital.

#Nitish announces to upgrade community health centres into specialty hospitals

People supreme in a democracy, legislature must remain accountable, says HP Speaker Pathania

Shimla/Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Wednesday asserted that in a democracy, people are supreme and all governing powers emanate from them. Addressing the valedictory session of the 86th All India Presiding Officers’ Conference in Lucknow, he said the accountability of the legislature to the public is the very soul of democratic governance.

#People supreme in a democracy # legislature must remain accountable # says HP Speaker Pathania

India bets on startups for Earth observation as Pixxel consortium signs IN-SPACe deal

New Delhi, 21 Jan (UNI) Boosting India’s planetary intelligence ambitions, a group of private space start-ups, led by Pixxel Space, on Wednesday announced the signing of a pact with the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (INSPACe) to design, build, own, and operate our nation''s Earth Observation Satellite (EOS) system.

#India bets on startups for Earth observation as Pixxel consortium signs IN-SPACe deal

Sai cabinet clears new excise policy, edu hub and startup push in Chhattisgarh

Raipur, Jan 21 (UNI) The Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Wednesday approved a series of policy decisions covering excise reforms, higher education, startup promotion and public healthcare, underscoring the state government’s push towards fiscal stability, quality education and technology-driven growth.

#Sai cabinet clears new excise policy # edu hub and startup push in Chhattisgarh

Cyberfraud hits elderly couple in Faridabad, Rs 1.90 crore stolen

Chandigarh, Jan 21 (UNI) Faridabad police have launched an investigation after an elderly couple fell victim to a large-scale cyber fraud, losing approximately Rs 1.90 crore. The couple filed a complaint at the Cyber Police Station, prompting authorities to register a formal case and begin tracing the culprits.

#Cyberfraud hits elderly couple in Faridabad # Rs 1.90 crore stolen

Aus Open : Chennai star Diya upsets 4th seed, moves into singles qualifying 2nd Rd

Chennai, Jan 21 (UNI) Rising Chennai star Diya Ramesh won her first qualifying round in the girls singles event at the Australian
Open Juniors today beating world number 86 D. Anita Tu of USA in straight sets 7-5, 6-2.

#Aus Open : Chennai star Diya upsets 4th seed # moves into singles qualifying 2nd Rd

Ben Mayes creates history for England at U19 World Cup

Harare, Jan 21 (UNI) Ben Mayes wrote himself into history books by registering the highest individual score by an England batter at ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup when he smashed 191 off just 117 balls against Scotland on Wednesday.

#Ben Mayes creates history for England at U19 World Cup

Daryl Mitchell grabs No.1 spot in Men’s ODI batting rankings after stupendous run

Dubai, Jan 21 (UNI) New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell has dislodged Virat Kohli to regain the top spot in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings after an outstanding run in the three-match series against India which the visiting side won 2-1 to clinch their first ever ODI series in India.
Mitchell capped the series with a career-best 137 in the final match in Indore and was named the Player of the Series after he finished with 352 runs, the most by a visiting batter in a series of three or fewer games in India.

#Daryl Mitchell grabs No.1 spot in Men’s ODI batting rankings after stupendous run

Mumbai Real Estate 2026: Rising Costs and Supply Constraints Confront New Wave of Premium Commercial Inventory

Mumbai, Jan 21 (UNI) Mumbai’s real estate sector enters 2026 on a complex foundation of rising construction expenses, diminishing government incentives, and persistent supply constraints across both residential and commercial markets.

#Mumbai Real Estate 2026: Rising Costs and Supply Constraints Confront New Wave of Premium Commercial Inventory

Aadhaar services launched at gram panchayat in UP

Lucknow Jan 21 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Panchayati Raj Department is continuously taking concrete steps towards digitally empowering the Gram Panchayats of the state and in this sequence, a significant digital initiative has been implemented at the ground level with the launch of Aadhaar services at the village level.

#Aadhaar services launched at gram panchayat in UP

Delhi Jal Board to deploy 600 EV tankers to supply water across city during summer

Pankaj Jain
New Delhi, Jan 21(UNI) Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Verma chaired the 176th meeting of the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) on Wednesday at the Delhi Secretariat. The meeting focused on preparedness for the upcoming summer season, efficient use of water resources and closing long-pending infrastructure gaps, particularly in unauthorised colonies and peripheral areas of the city.

#Delhi Jal Board to deploy 600 EV tankers to supply water across city during summer

UP Diwas 2026 to be celebrated grandly; Amit Shah to attend as chief guest

Lucknow, Jan 21(UNI) With active participation from every district, ''Uttar Pradesh Diwas 2026'' will be celebrated as a grand public festival reflecting the state’s rich cultural diversity and collective commitment to development. union Home Minister Amit Shah will be the chief guest on the occasion.

#UP Diwas 2026 to be celebrated grandly; Amit Shah to attend as chief guest

Working together to defeat incompetent, anti-Bharat and corrupt DMK: Piyush Goyal

Chennai, Jan 21 (UNI) Welcoming the AMMK led by TTV Dhinakaran back into the NDA fold, union Minister Piyush Goyal, BJP election in-charge for Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday said the alliance partners have joined hands to remove the corrupt, incompetent and anti-Bharat DMK from power in the upcoming assembly polls.

#Working together to defeat incompetent # anti-Bharat and corrupt DMK: Piyush Goyal

From entrepreneurship competitions to incubation centres, Haryana CM Saini's assurance to start up founders

Chandigarh, Jan 21 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, while interacting with startup founders and entrepreneurs during a pre-budget consultation programme held on Wednesday in Manesar, said that young innovators and startups are giving a new direction to Haryana’s economy and asked for their suggestions which could be included in the upcoming budget.

#From entrepreneurship competitions to incubation centres # Haryana CM Saini's assurance to start up founders

Security measures stepped up in Srinagar ahead of Republic Day

Srinagar, Jan 21 (UNI) Ahead of the Republic Day, J&K Police has stepped up security and checking measures across Srinagar city to ensure a peaceful, safe, and incident-free observance of the national event.

#Security measures stepped up in Srinagar ahead of Republic Day

China expresses support for UN after Trump says Board of Peace "might" replace it

Beijing, Jan. 21 (UNI) China has always been committed to true multilateralism, and will firmly safeguard the international system with the United Nations at its core, foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Wednesday.

#China expresses support for UN after Trump says Board of Peace "might" replace it

Industries being set up in Bihar to stop migration : Choudhary

Chhapra, Jan 21 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary said on Wednesday that industries are being established in large numbers across the state to prevent migration in search of employment.

#Industries being set up in Bihar to stop migration : Choudhary

Karnataka Cong seeks action against Udupi DC over RSS flag

Bengaluru, Jan 21 (UNI) The Karnataka Congress on Wednesday demanded action against Udupi Deputy Commissioner TK Swaroopa for allegedly holding and displaying the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) flag during the Paryaya procession in Udupi earlier this week, terming the act a violation of service rules and the constitutional principle of secularism.

#Karnataka Cong seeks action against Udupi DC over RSS flag

Madelyn Cline set to team up with Glen Powell in comedy drama

Los Angeles, Jan 21 (UNI) Madelyn Cline is in advanced talks to headline a major studio comedy opposite Glen Powell in an untitled feature to be directed by Judd Apatow.

#Madelyn Cline set to team up with Glen Powell in comedy drama

Rajasthan MoS Home suspects Congress leaders' support to perpetrators of RSSSB irregularities

Jaipur, Jan 21 (UNI) Rajasthan Minister of State (MoS) for Home Jawahar Singh Bedham said he suspects the backing and support of top leaders of the Congress party in irregularities and malpractices in the RSSSB, the state staff selection commission, during the previous Congress led government''s time.
He said that the BJP government would continue to hold free and fair probe and hit hard at perpetrators of corruption and scam. Bedham was reacting to arrests of 5 accused by the Rajasthan SoG in the six-year-old case of alleged scam in three of the board''s recruitment exams.

#Rajasthan MoS Home suspects Congress leaders' support to perpetrators of RSSSB irregularities

Cabinet clears extension of Atal Pension Yojana till FY31, approves continued government support

New Delhi, Jan 21 (UNI) In a significant boost to social security for unorganised sector workers, the union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) up to 2030-31, along with the extension of government funding support for promotional and developmental activities and gap funding, an official release said after the meeting.

#Cabinet clears extension of Atal Pension Yojana till FY31 # approves continued government support

UP admin tightens noose around Sambhal violence mastermind Shariq Satha

Sambhal, Jan 21 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh administration has intensified action against Shariq Satha, the alleged mastermind behind the violence that erupted in Sambhal during the survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid.

#UP admin tightens noose around Sambhal violence mastermind Shariq Satha

Hearing on SIR notices in UP begins on January 21

Lucknow, Jan 21 (UNI) Hearings on notices served to voters under the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls commenced in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday.

#Hearing on SIR notices in UP begins on January 21

L’Oréal to set up world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad by Nov 2026

Davos, Jan 21 (UNI) The Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led ‘Telangana Rising’ delegation on Tuesday secured another major Global Capability Centre (GCC) investment at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, with cosmetics major L’Oréal announcing that it will inaugurate the world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad in November 2026.

#L’Oréal to set up world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad by Nov 2026

CM Reddy proposes annual WEF follow-up meet in Hyderabad every July

Davos/Hyderabad, Jan 21 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has proposed hosting an annual follow-up meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Hyderabad every July, saying the fast pace of global business demands quicker engagement beyond the annual Davos schedule.

#CM Reddy proposes annual WEF follow-up meet in Hyderabad every July

Trump to board backup plane after Air Force One returns to Base

Washington, Jan 21 (UNI) President Donald Trump on Tuesday (local time) will board a backup aircraft after Air Force One was forced to return to Joint Base Andrews due to a "minor electrical glitch" identified shortly after takeoff.

#Trump to board backup plane after Air Force One returns to Base

L’Oréal to set up world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad by Nov 2026

Davos, Jan 21 (UNI) The Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy-led ‘Telangana Rising’ delegation on Tuesday secured another major Global Capability Centre (GCC) investment at the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026, with cosmetics major L’Oréal announcing that it will inaugurate the world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad in November 2026.

#L’Oréal to set up world’s first beauty-tech hub in Hyderabad by Nov 2026

NY Mayor Mamdani says he supports getting rid of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

New York, Jan 20 (UNI) New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said Tuesday he supports getting rid of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), saying he’s tired of seeing a new image every morning of “someone being dragged out of a car, dragged out of their home, dragged out of their life”.

#NY Mayor Mamdani says he supports getting rid of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Ukraine needs to scrap energy subsidies for continued IMF support, says director Kristalina Georgieva

Kyiv, Jan 20 (UNI) Ukraine will need to scrap its subsidies on electricity and heating, and spread its tax burden more evenly if it wants to unlock further support from the International Monetary Fund, said the global money lender''s managing director Kristalina Georgieva.

#Ukraine needs to scrap energy subsidies for continued IMF support # says director Kristalina Georgieva

UP govt signs historic MoU with AM Green Group in Davos for an advanced compute data center

Davos/Lucknow, Jan 20 (UNI) Team Yogi has achieved major success at the World Economic Forum-2026 underway in Davos regarding investment in Uttar Pradesh.

#UP govt signs historic MoU with AM Green Group in Davos for an advanced compute data center

UK defends Chagos deal after Trump's "great stupidity" accusation

London, Jan. 20 (UNI) A 2025 deal between the UK and Mauritius to hand over the Chagos Islands "secures the operations of the joint U.S.-UK base" there, British media quoted a British government spokesperson as saying on Tuesday.
This came after U.S. President Donald Trump accused the act of "great stupidity" earlier on Tuesday.

#UK defends Chagos deal after Trump's "great stupidity" accusation

Australia through to Super Six with solid win at U19 World Cup

Windhoek, Jan 20 (UNI) Australia recorded a comfortable win against Japan in their second match of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 to book a place in the Super 6s on Tuesday.

#Australia through to Super Six with solid win at U19 World Cup

UP to become AI Innovation Hub: MoU signed between Centre for e-Governance & NASSCOM

Lucknow, Jan 20( UNI) The Yogi Adityanath government is continuously taking concrete steps to make Uttar Pradesh the country’s leading state in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and future skills.

#UP to become AI Innovation Hub: MoU signed between Centre for e-Governance & NASSCOM

Iran condemns Argentina's move to label Quds Force terrorist group

Tehran, Jan. 20 (UNI) Iran''s Foreign Ministry on Tuesday strongly condemned Argentina''s decision to designate the Quds Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, calling it "unjustified" and harmful to bilateral relations.
In a statement, the ministry accused Buenos Aires of making "false accusations" against a key branch of the IRGC and said the move threatened Iran''s security and national interests.

#Iran condemns Argentina's move to label Quds Force terrorist group

Google keen to partner with Telangana in traffic, cybersecurity, startups & climate action

Davos/Hyderabad, Jan 20 (UNI) Global technology major Google has expressed interest in partnering with the Telangana government across key sectors including traffic management, cybersecurity, startups, agriculture and climate change.

#Google keen to partner with Telangana in traffic # cybersecurity # startups & climate action

Rain expected in UP from Jan 22, Temperatures may to drop

Lucknow, Jan 20 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh may experience a slight drop in temperature within the next 48 hours. Following this, two active Western Disturbances are expected to bring rain to the state from January 22.

#Rain expected in UP from Jan 22 # Temperatures may to drop

Bring all NCR cities under National Clean Air Programme: Bhupender Yadav

New Delhi, 20 Jan (UNI) As the national capital region continues to grapple with the air pollution crisis, union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Tuesday said that all NCR cities should be brought under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) framework.

#Bring all NCR cities under National Clean Air Programme: Bhupender Yadav

UP: Youth murdered while visiting girlfriend in Fatehpur, 4 booked

Fatehpur, Jan 20 (UNI) A 28-year-old man was brutally murdered with a sharp-edged weapon in Fatehpur district while he had come to meet his girlfriend, police said today.

#UP: Youth murdered while visiting girlfriend in Fatehpur # 4 booked

Air Force personnel killed, companion injured as bike hits divider in UP's Lalitpur

Lalitpur (UP), Jan 20 (UNI) An Air Force personnel died and his companion injured after their motorcycle collided with a road divider in Lalitpur district on Tuesday.

#Air Force personnel killed # companion injured as bike hits divider in UP's Lalitpur

Uddhav Thackeray should support the BJP – IAC president

Mumbai, Jan 20 ( UNI) Hemant Patil, National President of India Against Corruption and an OBC leader on Tuesday appealed that Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray and Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray – whose party emerged as the second-largest after aggressively contesting the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections for the cause of Marathi identity and Mumbai’s supremacy – should extend outside support to the BJP for the election of the Mayor.

#Uddhav Thackeray should support the BJP – IAC president

Appointment of Nitin Nabin shows BJP’s faith in youth: CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi, Jan 20 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Tuesday extended her felicitations to Nitin Nabin after he assumed charge as the National President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

#Appointment of Nitin Nabin shows BJP’s faith in youth: CM Rekha Gupta

Graduates are Torchbearers of India's healthcare : union Min Anupriya Patel at JIPMER convocation

Chennai, Jan 20 (UNI) union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers Ms Anupriya Patel today said the graduates are the Torchbearers of India''s healthcare and their work will shape a healther and stronger Nation. .

#Graduates are Torchbearers of India's healthcare : union Min Anupriya Patel at JIPMER convocation

ED files chargesheet against NCL official in corruption, money laundering case

New Delhi, Jan 20 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Bhopal Zonal Office, stated on Tuesday that it has filed a chargesheet against Shailendra Pasari before a special PMLA court in Jabalpur.

#ED files chargesheet against NCL official in corruption # money laundering case

HC pulls up Punjab govt over delay in NSA case, imposes ₹10,000 cost

Chandigarh, Jan 20 (UNI) The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Tuesday took a stern view of the Punjab government’s delay in filing its response to a petition filed by Khadoor Sahib MP Amritpal Singh, challenging a third preventive detention order issued against him under the National Security Act (NSA).

#HC pulls up Punjab govt over delay in NSA case # imposes ₹10 #000 cost

ZF Group inaugurates Electric Park Brake line at Oragadam near Chennai

Chennai, Jan 20 (UNI) ZF Group, a global leader in driveline and chassis technology, today inaugurated its Electric Park Brake (EPB) production line for its passenger car business at the Oragadam manufacturing facility, near Chennai.

#ZF Group inaugurates Electric Park Brake line at Oragadam near Chennai

Four members of a family murdered in UP's Etah, son key suspect

Etah (UP), Jan 20 (UNI) The local police on Tuesday claimed to have solved the brutal murder of four members of a family, stating that the accused is the victims’ own son, Kamal Singh Shakya. The disclosure was made during a press conference by Aligarh Range DIG Prabhakar Chaudhary.

#Four members of a family murdered in UP's Etah # son key suspect

Ireland star Orla Prendergast rises rankings following superb knock in Nepal

Dubai, Jan 20 (UNI) The rise of Orla Prendergast has continued as the impressive Ireland all-rounder made big gains on the latest ICC Women''s T20I Player Rankings.

#Ireland star Orla Prendergast rises rankings following superb knock in Nepal

Trump calls UK''s Chagos deal with Mauritius '' ‘Great Stupidity’ and ''weak''

Washington, Jan 20 (UNI) US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised the United Kingdom’s deal to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago, including Diego Garcia, to Mauritius, calling the move an act of "total weakness" and “great stupidity” as well as a threat to Western security.

#Trump calls UK''s Chagos deal with Mauritius '' ‘Great Stupidity’ and ''weak''

Berlin Film Festival unveils competition lineup for 76th edition

Los Angeles, Jan 20 (UNI) The Berlin Film Festival has unveiled the competition lineup for its 76th edition, marking the second year under the leadership of artistic director Tricia Tuttle, reports Variety.

#Berlin Film Festival unveils competition lineup for 76th edition

UP Tourism opens creative platform to celebrate global milestones

Lucknow, Jan 20 (UNI) To mark National Tourism Day 2026, Uttar Pradesh Tourism has launched an open-for-all creative initiative, with a special focus on engaging Gen Z, young creators, poets, writers and art enthusiasts.
The initiative is aimed at increasing awareness about state’s tourism potential while encouraging younger artists to take pride in the state’s growing global recognition.

#UP Tourism opens creative platform to celebrate global milestones

Rural women’s life transformed with SHG support, Aruna becomes JCB Driver

Hyderabad, Jan 20 (UNI) Palamakula Aruna of Yerugollapadu village in Jangaon Mandal has emerged as a symbol of rural women’s empowerment by breaking stereotypes and successfully operating a JCB, a field traditionally dominated by men.

#Rural women’s life transformed with SHG support # Aruna becomes JCB Driver

Morale remains high as Pakistan find form at U19 World Cup

Harare, Jan 20 (UNI) Pakistan''s hopes of progressing at the ICC Under-19''s Men''s Cricket World Cup are alive and well after a six-wicket victory against Scotland.

#Morale remains high as Pakistan find form at U19 World Cup

Mayawati voices concern over disruptions in legislatures, welcomes HC ruling on Madrasas

Lucknow, Jan 20 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on X expressed serious concern over the steadily declining working hours of Parliament and State Legislatures, attributing it to frequent disruptions, uproar, and adjournments, which she said are weakening their public utility and democratic role.

#Mayawati voices concern over disruptions in legislatures # welcomes HC ruling on Madrasas

Kristian Clarke called up to Blackcaps T20 Squad India series

Nagpur, Jan 20 (UNI) Northern Districts all-rounder Kristian Clarke has been called up to New Zealand’s T20 squad for the first three matches of the five-match series against India and will remain with the BLACKCAPS in India. The series begins in Nagpur on Wednesday night (Thursday 2:30 am NZT). .

#Kristian Clarke called up to Blackcaps T20 Squad India series

NBR Group Achieves Rs 175 Crore Sales Milestone in Q3 2025 with NBR Soul of the Seasons located near the Sarjapur Road: Gunjur IT Corridor in Bengaluru.

Globtier Infotech Enters into Partnership with Litmus7 for Global Enterprise Support Services

PWL 2026: UP Dominators script dramatic comeback to stun Delhi Dangal Warriors

Noida, Jan 19 (UNI): UP Dominators produced a stirring comeback from 4–1 down to defeat Delhi Dangal Warriors 5–4 in Match 7 of the Pro Wrestling League 2026, here at the Noida Indoor Stadium.

#PWL 2026: UP Dominators script dramatic comeback to stun Delhi Dangal Warriors

West Bengal CEO holds urgent meet with ECI on ‘logical discrepancies’ after Supreme Court directive

Kolkata, Jan 19 (UNI) Hours after the Supreme Court on Monday directed the Election Commission to publish the list of “logical discrepancies” in West Bengal''s electoral rolls, the state''s Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Manojkumar Agarwal held an urgent meeting with senior officials of the Election Commission of India (ECI) in New Delhi to discuss the issue related to the state’s voter list.

#West Bengal CEO holds urgent meet with ECI on ‘logical discrepancies’ after Supreme Court directive

PWL: Delhi Dangal Warriors take early control against UP Dominators

Noida, Jan 19 (UNI): Delhi Dangal Warriors produced a strong opening-half performance to move into a commanding position with 4-1 lead against UP Dominators in Match 7 of the Pro Wrestling League 2026, currently in progress at the Noida Indoor Stadium. With both teams coming into the contest with one win each from their first two matches, the tie holds significant importance, as the winner will move to four points in the standings.

#PWL: Delhi Dangal Warriors take early control against UP Dominators

UP: Prateek Yadav announces to divorce Aparna on social media

Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav''s brother, Prateek Yadav, will divorce Aparna Yadav, a BJP leader and vice-chairperson of the Uttar Pradesh Women Commission.

#UP: Prateek Yadav announces to divorce Aparna on social media

Centre to begin disbursing first tranche of Rs 1 lakh crore RDI funds to industry, start-ups by month-end

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Nearly a year after the Centre first announced a Rs 1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund to accelerate scientific research with real-world applications, it will begin disbursing funds to industries and start-ups by the end of this month, according to an official document from the Ministry of Science and Technology issued on Monday.

#Centre to begin disbursing first tranche of Rs 1 lakh crore RDI funds to industry # start-ups by month-end

UP secures Rs 9,750 cr MoUs at Davos

Davos/ Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Government delegation, led by state finance and parliamentary affairs Minister Suresh Kumar Khanna, began its engagements at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos with a strong focus on forging global partnerships and securing high-impact investments.

#UP secures Rs 9 #750 cr MoUs at Davos

Delhi warms up after cold wave, records seventh-highest January temperature

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) A week after a cold wave gripped the national Capital, with temperatures plunging below 3 degrees Celsius, Delhi witnessed a sharp rise in mercury on Monday. The maximum temperature climbed to 26.7 degrees Celsius, 7 degrees above normal for this time of the year.

#Delhi warms up after cold wave # records seventh-highest January temperature

UP secures Rs 9,750 cr MoUs at Davos

Davos/ Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Government delegation began its engagements at the World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos with a strong focus on forging global partnerships and securing high-impact investments, an offiical said on Monday.

#UP secures Rs 9 #750 cr MoUs at Davos

UP ex-IPS officer Amitabh Thakur granted bail in fraud case, wife’s plea rejected

Deoria, Jan 19 (UNI) Former Uttar Pradesh IPS officer Amitabh Thakur, who is lodged in Deoria jail in a fraud case, received major relief on Monday after the district judge’s court granted him bail.

#UP ex-IPS officer Amitabh Thakur granted bail in fraud case # wife’s plea rejected

BJP supports building Bihar Bhavan in Mumbai, but MNS vows to prevent it

Mumbai, Jan 19 (UNI) The BJP issued an official statement on Monday in support of constructing a Bihar Bhavan in Mumbai, but the Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) vowed to prevent it. .

#BJP supports building Bihar Bhavan in Mumbai # but MNS vows to prevent it

Dr Gajarao Bhupal takes charge as IGP (P&L) at DGP's office

Hyderabad, Jan 19 (UNI) Dr Gajarao Bhupal assumed charge as Inspector General of Police (Planning & Logistics) at the Director General of Police (DGP) office here on Monday. The State government has also entrusted him with full additional charge of the Police Welfare and Sports departments.

#Dr Gajarao Bhupal takes charge as IGP (P&L) at DGP's office

AgustaWestland choppers: SC rejects Centre’s appeal, upholds lifting of business suspension on Defsys Solutions

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Monday dismissed the Centre’s appeal challenging a Delhi High Court order that had set aside the suspension of government business dealings with Defsys Solutions Private Ltd, after the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) stated that it had not found any incriminating material against the company.

#AgustaWestland choppers: SC rejects Centre’s appeal # upholds lifting of business suspension on Defsys Solutions

India-UAE ink long term agreement on supply of 0.5 MMT of LNG; set target to double trade target to USD 200 bn by 2032: FS Misri

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#India-UAE ink long term agreement on supply of 0.5 MMT of LNG; set target to double trade target to USD 200 bn by 2032: FS Misri

India-UAE sign LoI for participation in Dholera, Gujarat, for setting up International airport, port, railway connectivity and energy infra: FS Misri

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#India-UAE sign LoI for participation in Dholera # Gujarat # for setting up International airport # port

ED files supplementary chargesheet in HPZ Token Scam Case

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday filed a supplementary chargesheet before a Special PMLA Court in Dimapur concerning the HPZ Token scam.

#ED files supplementary chargesheet in HPZ Token Scam Case

FIFA announces line-up for expanded FIFA Series 2026

Zurich (Switzerland), Jan 19 (UNI) FIFA has confirmed the full line-up of hosts and the composition of the groups for the FIFA Series 2026, marking a significant milestone in the continued expansion of the initiative for men’s and women’s national teams.

#FIFA announces line-up for expanded FIFA Series 2026

Dazzling FIFA Women’s Champions Cup Trophy unveiled in London

London, Jan 19 (UNI) The four clubs to have qualified for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup
final phase now know exactly what they will be playing for, following the unveiling on Monday of the glittering new trophy that will be lifted by the winners of FIFA’s maiden women’s global club competition.
The historic moment was shared with a very special audience, as pupils from a school near Brentford Stadium, host venue for the semi-finals on January 28, were given an exclusive first glimpse of the coveted silverware.

#Dazzling FIFA Women’s Champions Cup Trophy unveiled in London

Sewage-mixed water supply sparks health concerns in Pune's Karve Nagar

Pune, Jan 19 (UNI) Serious health concerns have emerged in Pune’s Karve Nagar area after residents reported the supply of sewage-mixed water, triggering widespread outrage.

#Sewage-mixed water supply sparks health concerns in Pune's Karve Nagar

Delhi Cong calls for health check-ups in schools citing pollution concerns

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) President of the Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee Devender Yadav on Monday raised concerns over the persistent air pollution in the Capital and its impact on children''s health.

#Delhi Cong calls for health check-ups in schools citing pollution concerns

Supreme Court order on SIR backs Trinamool stand: Abhishek Banerjee

Kolkata, Jan 19 (UNI) Hailing the Supreme Court’s order on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter list, Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee on Monday claimed that the apex court had upheld his party’s long-standing demands and exposed what he alleged was an understanding between the Election Commission and the BJP.

#Supreme Court order on SIR backs Trinamool stand: Abhishek Banerjee

Clash Erupts in Bhiwandi; Former Mayor Injured, Police Lathi-Charge Protesters

Thane, Jan 19 ( UNI) Tension prevails in powerloom town Bhiwandi where a clash broke out between two political groups on Sunday night.
Former Bhiwandi Mayor Vilas Patil has alleged that Mit Choughule, son of BJP MLA Mahesh Choughule, attacked the bungalows of Konark Vikas Aghadi’s winning candidates in the recent municipal corporation elections, damaging window panes and threatening women and children inside the houses. The bungalows belong to Vilas Patil and his wife Pratibha. Pratibha Patil, a former mayor herself, allegedly sustained injuries.

#Clash Erupts in Bhiwandi; Former Mayor Injured # Police Lathi-Charge Protesters

Elderly couple killed in dumper accident in Firozabad

Firozabad, Jan 19 (UNI) An elderly couple riding a scooter was killed on the spot after being run over by a dumper truck on Monday afternoon in Shikohabad town of Firozabad district.

#Elderly couple killed in dumper accident in Firozabad

Mayoral race: Political activity hots up in Kalyan-Dombivli & Ulhasnagar

Mumbai, Jan 19 (UNI) Post municipal poll results, focus across the state has now shifted to the election of mayors. With no single party securing a clear majority in several municipal corporations, intense political efforts are underway for the mayoral posts, raising the possibility of horse-trading.

#Mayoral race: Political activity hots up in Kalyan-Dombivli & Ulhasnagar

“Walk Like NCC: Chest Out, Chin Up!” Navy chief tells cadets

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Emphasising discipline, learning and resilience as the cornerstones of success, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi on Monday shared five life lessons with NCC cadets, drawn from over five decades of his experience in uniform.

#“Walk Like NCC: Chest Out # Chin Up!” Navy chief tells cadets

Manini and Aishwary top 50m rifle prone on opening day of Group A National Selection Trials

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI): The first day of the Rifle/Pistol National Selection Trials 1&2 (Group A) at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range saw strong early statements in the 50m rifle prone events, with Rajasthan’s Manini Kaushik and world championship silver medalist in 50m rifle 3P, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar finishing on top of the women’s and men’s fields respectively in Selection Trial 1.

#Manini and Aishwary top 50m rifle prone on opening day of Group A National Selection Trials

New highs for South Africa in milestone U19 World Cup outing

Windhoek, jan 19 (UNI) South Africa batters put on a run-fest against Tanzania, finishing with
397/5 off their 50 overs to post the highest score of the ICC Men’s U-19 Cricket World Cup 2026.

#New highs for South Africa in milestone U19 World Cup outing

AP: IIMCIP, RTIH structures co-incubation pathway for market-ready startups

Visakhapatnam, Jan 19 (UNI) In a move aimed at converting startup potential into measurable outcomes, IIM Calcutta Innovation Park(IIMCIP) here on Monday announced a strategic partnership with RatanTata Innovation Hub (RTIH), Visakhapatnam, to create a structured co-incubation pathway for market-ready and revenue-generating startups from Andhra Pradesh.

#AP: IIMCIP # RTIH structures co-incubation pathway for market-ready startups

UP set to become tech leader in Green Hydrogen

Lucknow, Jan 19 ( UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has begun to work on an action plan for green hydrogen.
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state government is set to give new momentum to research, innovation and the startup ecosystem under the Green Hydrogen Policy.

#UP set to become tech leader in Green Hydrogen

Group loan pressure claims lives of mother & daughter in Giridih

Giridih, Jan 19 (UNI) In a tragic incident allegedly linked to pressure from a group loan, a woman and her teenage daughter died by suicide in Gadi Shrirampur village under the Mufassil police station area here on Monday morning.

#Group loan pressure claims lives of mother & daughter in Giridih

Dilli Haat to showcase colours, crafts, cuisine of UP

Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) As preparations for UP Diwas 2026 enter their final stage, Uttar Pradesh is taking its cultural narrative beyond state borders, positioning the occasion not merely as a commemorative event but as a confident expression of the state''s civilisational depth, artistic traditions and contemporary aspirations.

#Dilli Haat to showcase colours # crafts # cuisine of UP

LG Cup 2026 ends with football, archery and shooting finals in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on Monday concluded the LG Cup 2026 with a grand finale at the Yamuna Sports Complex, underlining the national capital''s emergence as a major hub for competitive sports supported by modern infrastructure.

#LG Cup 2026 ends with football # archery and shooting finals in Delhi

BGMI 4.2 Update Is Now Live as KRAFTON India Releases New Redeem Codes

KogniVera Polo Cup 2026 unveils world’s tallest Polo trophy in Jaipur

Jaipur/New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI): KogniVera IT Solutions, in association with the Rajasthan Polo Club, on Monday unveiled a landmark moment in the world of polo with the launch of the KogniVera Polo Cup 2026 trophy, set to become the largest polo trophy globally, standing at an imposing nearly seven feet tall. Surpassing the previous six-foot benchmark held by the Kolanka Cup in Chennai, the towering trophy redefines scale and symbolism in the sport, reflecting ambition, excellence and a deep respect for polo’s rich heritage.

#KogniVera Polo Cup 2026 unveils world’s tallest Polo trophy in Jaipur

Weather forecasting in UP to receive a major boost with the installation of 5 State-of-the-art radars

Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) A major step is being taken to further strengthen the weather forecasting system in Uttar Pradesh. Five state-of-the-art dual-polarimetric Doppler radar systems are being installed in the state, which will become operational in the next six months.

#Weather forecasting in UP to receive a major boost with the installation of 5 State-of-the-art radars

Odisha’s cooperative sector heading towards bankruptcy :Congress

Bhubaneswar, Jan 19 (UNI) All India Kisan Congress National Coordinator and President of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee Cooperative Cell, Amiya Kumar Patnaik, on Monday alleged that cooperative institutions in Odisha are steadily moving toward bankruptcy.

#Odisha’s cooperative sector heading towards bankruptcy :Congress

Rahul Gandhi to visit Raebareli today, hold village chaupal, review local issues

Raebareli, Jan 19 (UNI) Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to visit his parliamentary constituency, Raebareli, in Uttar Pradesh on Monday. During the visit, he will meet party office-bearers and representatives at the Bhuemau Guest House.

#Rahul Gandhi to visit Raebareli today # hold village chaupal # review local issues

Congress flag must be hoisted in upcoming municipal polls: Mogili Sunitha Rao

Hyderabad, Jan 19 (UNI) Telangana Women’s Congress President Mogili Sunitha Rao on Monday said the party must ensure the Congress flag is “firmly hoisted” in the upcoming municipal elections and asserted that the Mahila Congress would play a crucial role in the campaign.

#Congress flag must be hoisted in upcoming municipal polls: Mogili Sunitha Rao

UP’s cyber security prowess to be showcased at Cybertech Global show in Tel Aviv

Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) At ‘Cybertech Global Tel Aviv-2026’, counted among the world’s most prestigious cyber security platforms, India and especially Uttar Pradesh’s cyber strength will be presented before the global community this time.

#UP’s cyber security prowess to be showcased at Cybertech Global show in Tel Aviv

Stronger Smith realistic on Cup call up, all-in on Olympic dream

Sydney, Jan 19 (UNI) Steve Smith believes the "ship has sailed" on his potential involvement in next month''s T20 World Cup but has restated his ambition to feature for Australia at the 2028 Olympic Games.

#Stronger Smith realistic on Cup call up # all-in on Olympic dream

Filmmaker Raj Kumar Gupta joins Junglee Pictures for intense theatrical film

Los Angeles, Jan 19 (UNI) India’s Junglee Pictures has announced a collaboration with acclaimed filmmaker Raj Kumar Gupta for an upcoming tentpole theatrical feature, uniting the studio behind hits like ‘Badhaai Ho’ and ‘Raazi’ with the director of the ‘Raid’ franchise, confirms Variety.

#Filmmaker Raj Kumar Gupta joins Junglee Pictures for intense theatrical film

England cruise past Zimbabwe to stay unbeaten at Under-19 World Cup

Harare, Jan 19 (UNI) England strengthened their credentials as one of the early frontrunners at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup after registering a comprehensive eight-wicket victory over Zimbabwe to make it two wins from two in Group C.

#England cruise past Zimbabwe to stay unbeaten at Under-19 World Cup

AAP leader accuses UP govt of neglect in engineer's drowning death

New Delhi Jan 19 (UNI) AAP''s Delhi President Saurabh Bhardwaj on Monday accused the Yogi Adityanath-led UP Government of doing nothing to save the precious life of a computer engineer in Greater Noida. A 27-year-old software engineer, Yuvraj Mehta, was killed after his car plunged into a deep, water-filled ditch amid dense fog in Noida. He died in front of his father, Rajkumar Mehta.

#AAP leader accuses UP govt of neglect in engineer's drowning death

India likely to enter upper middle-income bracket by 2030: SBI report

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) India is set to transition into the upper middle-income country category by 2030, coinciding with its emergence as the world’s third-largest economy by 2028, according to a research report released by SBI here on Monday.

#India likely to enter upper middle-income bracket by 2030: SBI report

Multiple road accidents in UP leave five dead, many injured

Lucknow, Jan 19 (UNI) In separate road accidents across Uttar Pradesh, at least five people were killed and several others injured in Gonda, Unnao, Barabanki, and other districts.

#Multiple road accidents in UP leave five dead # many injured

Afghanistan thrash West Indies to dominate Under-19 World Cup

Windhoek, Jan 19 (UNI) Afghanistan delivered a commanding all-round performance to register a resounding 138-run victory over the West Indies at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, stamping their authority in Group D with a display of discipline across batting, bowling and fielding in Namibia’s capital.

#Afghanistan thrash West Indies to dominate Under-19 World Cup

Newly wed couple found dead in UP's Kushinagar

Kushinagar, Jan 19 (UNI) A sensational incident came to light from Kushinagar district where the bodies of a newly married couple were found under suspicious circumstances, triggering panic in the area, officials confirmed on Monday. The incident occurred on Sunday night in Badhai Tola of Taryasujaan police station area.

#Newly wed couple found dead in UP's Kushinagar

Tamil superstar Vijay joins second round of questioning in Karur stampede case

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Actor and politician Vijay arrived at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) headquarters on Monday to face the second round of questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case.

#Tamil superstar Vijay joins second round of questioning in Karur stampede case

Tamil superstar Vijay appears before CBI in Delhi for second round of questioning in Karur rally stampede case

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#Tamil superstar Vijay appears before CBI in Delhi for second round of questioning in Karur rally stampede case

Deadline for voter list objections ends on Monday as EC wraps up special revision in Bengal

Kolkata, Jan 19 (UNI) The Election Commission’s extended deadline for filing applications and objections to the draft electoral roll in West Bengal will end on Monday, bringing the complaint and claim phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) to a close.

#Deadline for voter list objections ends on Monday as EC wraps up special revision in Bengal

Anupam Kher calls ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’ an epic sequel

New Delhi, Jan 19 (UNI) Actor Anupam Kher has completed a major shooting schedule for the much-anticipated sequel ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’, sharing his heartfelt gratitude toward the entire team behind the film.

#Anupam Kher calls ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’ an epic sequel

Kerala: Elderly couple hacked to death, grandson injured in Ottapalam

Palakkad, Jan 19 (UNI) An elderly sexagenarian couple was hacked to death, and their four-year-old grandson sustained serious injuries in an alleged attack by the son-in-law at their house at Thottakara near Ottapalam, on Sunday night.

#Kerala: Elderly couple hacked to death # grandson injured in Ottapalam

Special court declares SRS Group promoters as fugitive economic offenders

New Delhi, Jan 18 (UNI) A Special PMLA Court in Gurugram has declared Jitender Kumar Garg and Sunil Jindal, promoters and directors of various companies in the SRS Group, as ''Fugitive Economic Offenders'' under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018.

#Special court declares SRS Group promoters as fugitive economic offenders

UP govt okays 7 CoE under its start-up policy

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Under the ''Start in UP'' policy, the Yogi Adityanath government has approved seven ultra-modern Centres of Excellence in the state, for which a total of Rs 27.18 crore has been released so far, officials said on Sunday.

#UP govt okays 7 CoE under its start-up policy

Congress to intensify ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’, Rahul Gandhi to attend Chaupal in Rae Bareli on Jan 20

New Delhi, Jan 18 (UNI) The Congress today announced a nationwide intensification of its ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’, outlining a phased escalation of protests and grassroots outreach to oppose what it calls the Centre’s “anti-people” changes to the rural employment guarantee scheme.

#Congress to intensify ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’ # Rahul Gandhi to attend Chaupal in Rae Bareli on Jan 20

UP: Retired railway employee kills live-in partner

Jhansi, Jan 18 (UNI) A shocking murder case has come to light in Jhansi, where a 64-year-old retired railway employee allegedly killed his live-in partner (who was 27 years younger than him), chopped her body into pieces and tried to destroy the evidence by burning the remains over several days, police said today.

#UP: Retired railway employee kills live-in partner

Gill lauds Reddy, Rana as India eye stable 2027 WC lineup

Indore, Jan 18 (UNI) Indian captain Shubman Gill on Sunday said the team is experimenting with combinations and giving young players opportunities as part of preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup in South Africa.

#Gill lauds Reddy # Rana as India eye stable 2027 WC lineup

DMK MP Wilson urges PM to reconsider decision on rejecting Hosur airport proposal and uphold federalism

Chennai, Jan 18 (UNI) Urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to discriminate Tamil Nadu as the
State deserves justice, DMK Rajya Sabha MP P Wilson on Sunday evening said denying the
government''s Hosur international airport proposal was not about policy consistency and reflected
prejudice and an imbalance in development priorities and demanded him to reconsider the decision
and uphold federal principles and inclusive development.

#DMK MP Wilson urges PM to reconsider decision on rejecting Hosur airport proposal and uphold federalism

Meghalaya: Illegal coal mine supervisor arrested for coal miner's died

Shillong, Jan 18 (UNI) The supervisor of an illegal coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district was arrested today for a migrant coal miner''s death last week, police said.

#Meghalaya: Illegal coal mine supervisor arrested for coal miner's died

England, AFG register commanding wins as ICC U19 WC group stage heats up

Harare/Bulawayo/Windhoek, Jan 18 (UNI) Three Group-stage matches of the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 on Sunday produced contrasting outcomes, with England and Afghanistan registering emphatic victories, while rain washed out the contest between New Zealand and the United States of America.

#England # AFG register commanding wins as ICC U19 WC group stage heats up

CM Yogi gave UP a new identity: Manohar Lal Khattar

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Sunday virtually participated in a programme at the Indira Gandhi Pratishthan on the occasion of the transfer of the first instalment of funds to the accounts of over two lakh beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) 2.0 in Uttar Pradesh.

#CM Yogi gave UP a new identity: Manohar Lal Khattar

Large-scale events announced for UP Day 2026 across India and abroad

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI): Uttar Pradesh will organise ''UP Day 2026'' from January 24 to 26 on a grand scale to showcase the state’s rich heritage, cultural vitality and developmental achievements to citizens across India and abroad, Tourism and Culture Minister, Jaiveer Singh, announced here on Sunday.

#Large-scale events announced for UP Day 2026 across India and abroad

Severe cold, dense fog trigger series of road accidents across UP; 12 dead, 75 injured

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Severe cold weather accompanied by dense fog continues to wreak havoc across Uttar Pradesh, leading to a series of tragic road accidents today.

#Severe cold # dense fog trigger series of road accidents across UP; 12 dead # 75 injured

PM Modi to kick off NDA’s TN poll campaign on Jan 23; alliance line-up to be unveiled on stage : BJP

Chennai, Jan 18 (UNI) With the key Tamil Nadu Assembly elections just four months away, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick
off the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) campaign with a massive public meeting at Madurantakam about 100 km from Chennai
on January 23 in which the alliance line up of the NDA will be unveiled on state.

#PM Modi to kick off NDA’s TN poll campaign on Jan 23; alliance line-up to be unveiled on stage : BJP

Ajay Rai accuses UP govt. of destroying Kashi’s heritage, targets CM Yogi over Manikarnika Ghat

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Congress President Ajay Rai on Sunday launched a sharp attack on the state government over issues related to Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, alleging that the government is damaging the city’s historic and religious heritage.

#Ajay Rai accuses UP govt. of destroying Kashi’s heritage # targets CM Yogi over Manikarnika Ghat

Unprecedented security arrangements at UP Vidhan Bhavan ahead of All India Presiding Officers’ Conference

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Ahead of the All India Conference of Presiding Officers and Secretaries of Legislative Bodies beginning on Monday, unprecedented security arrangements have been put in place at the Uttar Pradesh Vidhan Bhavan.

#Unprecedented security arrangements at UP Vidhan Bhavan ahead of All India Presiding Officers’ Conference

Rekha Gupta inaugurates development works worth Rs 100 cr in RK Puram

New Delhi, Jan 18 (UNI) Delhi CM Rekha Gupta, on Sunday inaugurated development works worth approximately Rs 100 crore in the RK Puram assembly constituency here.

#Rekha Gupta inaugurates development works worth Rs 100 cr in RK Puram

Kannur bags Gold Cup in School Kalolsavam

Thrissur, Jan 18 (UNI) Kannur bagged the Gold Cup after a close fight featuring three former champions Thrissur, Palakkad and Kozhikode at the grand finale of the 64th State School Festrival held here on Sunday.

#Kannur bags Gold Cup in School Kalolsavam

UP to emerge as India's largest healthcare and medtech hub: CM Yogi

Lucknow, Jan 18 ( UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the UP HealthTech Conclave 1.0 in the state capital on Sunday. .

#UP to emerge as India's largest healthcare and medtech hub: CM Yogi

Ram Katha offers roadmap for peace in violent world: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta

New Delhi, Jan 18 (UNI) World Peace Mission commenced a nine-day Ram Katha at Bharat Mandapam here on Saturday, with Delhi Legislative Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta saying that the life and ideals of Lord Ram offer a moral roadmap for peace, dialogue and ethical leadership in a world facing violence and mistrust.

#Ram Katha offers roadmap for peace in violent world: Delhi Speaker Vijender Gupta

JIPMER 14th Convocation on Jan 20, union Min Anupriya to attend

Chennai, Jan 18 (UNI) The Centrally-administered Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, an Institution of National Importance under the union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, will conduct its 14th Convocation on Tuesday, January 20.

#JIPMER 14th Convocation on Jan 20 # union Min Anupriya to attend

Dense fog causes massive pile-up on Delhi-Lucknow Highway: Six accidents, 1 dead, 25 injured

Lucknow, Jan 18 (UNI) Dense fog in Uttar Pradesh led to six road accidents on Sunday, involving around 30 vehicles. One person died, while 25 others sustained injuries.

#Dense fog causes massive pile-up on Delhi-Lucknow Highway: Six accidents # 1 dead # 25 injured

Dense to very dense fog to persist over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, UP and Bihar for the next 4–5 days: IMD

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#Dense to very dense fog to persist over Punjab # Haryana # Chandigarh # UP and Bihar for the next 4–5 days: IMD

Iranian Supreme Leader brands US President 'a criminal', blaming Washington for unrest and casualties

Tehran/Washington, Jan 17 (UNI) "We consider the US president a criminal for the casualties, damages, and the slander he inflicted on the Iranian nation," Iran''s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Saturday, accusing Washington of orchestrating the recent demonstrations as part of its goal "to devour Iran.".

#Iranian Supreme Leader brands US President 'a criminal' # blaming Washington for unrest and casualties

UP: Speeding SUV kills two scooter riders in Lucknow

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Two young people were killed after a speeding SUV hit their scooter in the Banthra area of the city today evening, police said.

#UP: Speeding SUV kills two scooter riders in Lucknow

Rahul Gandhi likely to visit UP from Jan 19, to appear before court in defamation case

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha and senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will be on a 2- day visit to Uttar Pradesh from January 19 and is likely to appear in a court in a defamation case.

#Rahul Gandhi likely to visit UP from Jan 19 # to appear before court in defamation case

Religious conversions row: Nagpur police, UP ATS arrest Changur Baba's key aide

Nagpur, Jan 17 (UNI): In a coordinated early-morning operation, a joint team of Nagpur Police, the Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS), and Nagpur ATS on Saturday arrested a key associate of self-styled preacher Changur Baba from Nagpur city in Maharashtra.

#Religious conversions row: Nagpur police # UP ATS arrest Changur Baba's key aide

Pro Wrestling League: UP Dominators make a strong comeback with a 7-2 win

Noida, Jan 17(UNI): UP Dominators produced a dominant performance to register a convincing 7–2 win over Tiigers of Mumbai Dangals in Match 4 of the Pro Wrestling League 2026, played here on Saturday evening at the Noida Indoor Stadium.

#Pro Wrestling League: UP Dominators make a strong comeback with a 7-2 win

UP: Teacher found dead in Barabanki school; family alleges harassment

Barabanki, Jan 17 (UNI) A woman teacher was found dead today at a government school in Barabanki district, triggering shock across the Education department.

#UP: Teacher found dead in Barabanki school; family alleges harassment

UP ATS arrests key aide of conversion racket kingpin Chhangur Baba from Nagpur

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) The Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) investigating an alleged religious conversion racket in Uttar Pradesh has arrested Idhu Islam, a close associate of Chhangur Baba, from Nagpur in the early hours of Saturday.

#UP ATS arrests key aide of conversion racket kingpin Chhangur Baba from Nagpur

Massive tax evasion probe: Income Tax raids over 20 supari trader locations in Nagpur

Nagpur, Jan 17 (UNI) The Income Tax Department on Saturday launched a large-scale search and seizure operation at more than 20 locations across Nagpur in connection with alleged tax evasion by supari (betel nut) traders, official sources said.

#Massive tax evasion probe: Income Tax raids over 20 supari trader locations in Nagpur

AIMIM rules out tie-up with BJP–NDA in Maharashtra

Hyderabad, Jan 17 (UNI) AIMIM President and Hyderabad MP, Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday categorically ruled out any political alliance with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) or the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Maharashtra, signalling the party’s intent to chart an independent political course in the state.

#AIMIM rules out tie-up with BJP–NDA in Maharashtra

PM Modi flags infiltration, rampant corruption against TMC at Malda rally

New Delhi, Jan 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal on Saturday, accusing it of failing to curb illegal infiltration and asserting that only a Bharatiya Janata Party-led government could effectively address the issue.

#PM Modi flags infiltration # rampant corruption against TMC at Malda rally

Iran's supreme leader says country has "extinguished sedition"

Tehran, Jan. 17 (UN): Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei said on Saturday that Iran had defeated the United States and Israel "once again" and had "extinguished the sedition" he alleged was incited by Washington and Tel Aviv.
Speaking during an address marking a religious holiday, Khamenei''s remarks came as Iranian authorities appeared to have brought the weeks-long nationwide protests under control.

#Iran's supreme leader says country has "extinguished sedition"

UP to showcase its Growth Vision at WEF Davos 2026

Lucknow, Jan 17 ( UNI) Uttar Pradesh is set to take a confident stride onto the global stage as its delegation participates in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, Switzerland, from January 19-23.

#UP to showcase its Growth Vision at WEF Davos 2026

JLF 2026: Sacred Amritsar Festival to be held Feb 20-22, to feature Kailash Kher, Usha Uthup

Jaipur, Jan 17 (UNI) The Sacred Amritsar Festival - 2026, being organised in the holy city of Punjab from February 20-22, will bring together powerful voices in music and mystic poetry for an immersive cultural experience.

#JLF 2026: Sacred Amritsar Festival to be held Feb 20-22 # to feature Kailash Kher # Usha Uthup

Conspiracies being hatched, misinformation spread to disrupt development plan: Yogi

Varanasi, Jan 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Saturday that cnspiracies are being hatched and misinformation spread to disrupt the comprehensive development plan that has been implemented over the past 11 years.

#Conspiracies being hatched # misinformation spread to disrupt development plan: Yogi

Hyd: NALSAR hosts national conference on ML, AI & IP for startups

Hyderabad, Jan 17 (UNI The DPIIT–IPR Chair and the N.C. Banerjee Centre for IPR Studies, NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad, organised a one-day National Conference on “ML, AI and IP for Startups” here on Saturday.

#Hyd: NALSAR hosts national conference on ML # AI & IP for startups

Residents in Pakistan's Upper Kohistan block Karakoram Highway, demand better healthcare service

Kohistan, Jan 17 (UNI) Residents from Pakistan''s KPK region of Upper Kohistan, blocked the Karakoram Highway for more than three hours on Friday, demanded that the District Headquarters (DHQ) Hospital be taken back from the National Integrated Development Association (NIDA), which, they claim, has failed to honour its agreement with the Health Department.

#Residents in Pakistan's Upper Kohistan block Karakoram Highway # demand better healthcare service

ED intensifies probe in high-profile Codeine cough syrup case

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has stepped up its investigation in the high-profile codeine cough syrup case in Uttar Pradesh. As part of the probe, ED officials have questioned family members of former STF constable Alok Singh.

#ED intensifies probe in high-profile Codeine cough syrup case

Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha creates U19 World Cup history

Windhoek, Jan 16 (UNI) Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha created history as he recorded the highest score by an individual in an ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup innings when he racked up
192 against Japan in their first match of the 2026 edition.

#Sri Lanka’s Viran Chamuditha creates U19 World Cup history

Himachal HC suspends sentence of convict in CBI corruption case

Shimla, Jan 17 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh High Court on Saturday suspended the substantive sentence awarded to Babli Sharma in a corruption case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), citing the heavy pendency of criminal appeals before the Court.

#Himachal HC suspends sentence of convict in CBI corruption case

Reliance Posts flat Q3 FY26 profit at Rs 18,645 cr, revenue up by 10.5 per cent

Mumbai, Jan 17 (UNI) Reliance Industries (RIL) has reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 18,645 crore in the third quarter of the financial year 2025-26 (Q3 FY26).

#Reliance Posts flat Q3 FY26 profit at Rs 18 #645 cr # revenue up by 10.5 per cent

Clash erupts at Lucknow University during Rohith Vemula memorial march

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Tension escalated at Lucknow University on Saturday after a memorial march organised by the Birsa Ambedkar Phule Students Association (BAPSA) in remembrance of Rohith Vemula led to clashes with members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP).

#Clash erupts at Lucknow University during Rohith Vemula memorial march

Universities & colleges to give momentum to UP Government’s "Zero Poverty Campaign”

Lucknow, Jan 17( UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is set to take another significant step towards making the state poverty-free.

#Universities & colleges to give momentum to UP Government’s "Zero Poverty Campaign”

Modi slams TMC over corruption, denial of welfare & women’s safety in Bengal

Kolkata, Jan 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi came down heavily on the Trinamool Congress government, accusing it of rampant corruption, blocking central welfare schemes and failing to ensure women’s safety, while addressing a public rally in Malda.

#Modi slams TMC over corruption # denial of welfare & women’s safety in Bengal

Along UP & Meghalaya duo, 4 nabbed with commercial consignment of Chitta

Shimla, Jan 17 (UNI) Shimla district police registered three separate cases under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act on Friday, leading to the seizure of heroin (chitta) and the arrest of nine accused, including a duo from Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya.

#Along UP & Meghalaya duo # 4 nabbed with commercial consignment of Chitta

Dense fog triggers deadly road accidents across UP; 5 dead, over 50 injured

Lucknow, Jan 17 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh experienced the densest fog of the season on Saturday, resulting in extremely poor visibility and a series of devastating road accidents across the state.

#Dense fog triggers deadly road accidents across UP; 5 dead # over 50 injured

16-yr-old Tripura girl prevents her marriage with institutional support

Agartala, Jan 17 (UNI) A 16–year–old tribal girl in South Tripura has broken her own child marriage through institutional intervention, which occurred in Siddhinagar area under PR Bari police station in Belonia.

#16-yr-old Tripura girl prevents her marriage with institutional support

Major demonstration held in Baghdad in support of Iran

Baghdad, Jan 17 (UNI/SPUTNIK) Hundreds of Iraqis have participated in a major demonstration in central Baghdad against US threats with respect to Tehran, a Sputnik correspondent reported.

#Major demonstration held in Baghdad in support of Iran

Lebanese army needs more support to strengthen capacities: UN

United Nations, Jan 17 (UNI) There continues to be a need for the Lebanese armed forces to get more resources and financial support to strengthen its capacities to secure the country''s southern border, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix said Friday.

#Lebanese army needs more support to strengthen capacities: UN

Bangladesh Islami Andolan to run solo for upcoming polls, post its break from NCP – Jamaat alliance

Dhaka, Jan 16 (UNI) After its departure from the now 10-bloc political alliance of the National Citizen Party (NCP) and Jamaat e Islami yesterday, the country''s hardline religious party, the Islami Andolan Bangladesh (IAB) has announced to go solo for the upcoming polls, and will be contesting independently across all 268 constituencies for the 13th national elections.

#Bangladesh Islami Andolan to run solo for upcoming polls # post its break from NCP – Jamaat alliance

Odisha: Over dozen varsities participate in State Level Innovation and Startup Competition

Bhubaneswar, Jan 16 (UNI) The two-day State-level Innovation and Startup Competition, organized for the first time jointly by the Higher Education Department and the Odisha State Higher Education Council, at Rama Devi Women’s University, commenced today with the participation of 72 students from 14 universities across Odisha.

#Odisha: Over dozen varsities participate in State Level Innovation and Startup Competition

ODOC will establish UP’s culinary heritage on global food map: CM Yogi

Lucknow, Jan 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday said the ‘One District-One Cuisine (ODOC)’ scheme would be launched in the state for giving global recognition to its rich and diverse food-drink tradition.

#ODOC will establish UP’s culinary heritage on global food map: CM Yogi

Assam to supply power to Bangladesh through Tripura

Agartala, Jan 16 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Friday said Assam has shown interest in exporting its surplus electricity to Bangladesh by using the north eastern state as a transmission corridor.

#Assam to supply power to Bangladesh through Tripura

UP tops deregulation rankings; New Phase-II Reforms set to cut compliance further

Lucknow, Jan 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh continues to strengthen its position as one of India''s most business-friendly states, with focused efforts underway to make business operations simpler, more transparent, and investor-centric.

#UP tops deregulation rankings; New Phase-II Reforms set to cut compliance further

UP: Brother-in-law, sister-in-law commit suicide by standing before moving train

Hardoi, Jan 16 (UNI) A man and a woman were found dead after allegedly standing in front of a moving train on the Lucknow–Delhi railway track in Hardoi district of Uttar Pradesh, officials said on Friday.

#UP: Brother-in-law # sister-in-law commit suicide by standing before moving train

KSUM-backed agri-tech startup bags Startup India award

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 16 (UNI) Kochi-based agri-tech startup Fuselage Innovations, supported by Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM), has won the Aspire Award at the National Startup Awards 5.0 (NSA) in New Delhi on Friday.

#KSUM-backed agri-tech startup bags Startup India award

UP: Man kills sister's paramour, sister-in-law over love affair, sis critically injured

Fatehpur, Jan 16 (UNI) A man killed his sister''s paramour and sister-in-law with a knife over an alleged love affair in Fatehpur district of Uttar Pradesh on Friday, police said.

#UP: Man kills sister's paramour # sister-in-law over love affair # sis critically injured

"Just focused on contributing,” says Harleen Deol after UP Warriorz’s first WPL 2026 win

Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI): UP Warriorz secured their first victory of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 with a controlled performance against Mumbai Indians, restricting their opponents to 161-5 before completing the chase with 11 balls to spare. The bowlers set the platform with a disciplined display, applying pressure through the innings and ensuring Mumbai Indians were kept in check. .

#"Just focused on contributing #” says Harleen Deol after UP Warriorz’s first WPL 2026 win

Ramlia sworn in as Nagaland’s Upa-Lokayukta

Dimapur, Jan 16 (UNI) Former Nagaland information commissioner and retired district & sessions judge GH Ramlia was sworn in as the new Upa-Lokayukta of Nagaland at a formal ceremony at Nagaland civil secretariat in Kohima on Friday.

#Ramlia sworn in as Nagaland’s Upa-Lokayukta

ECI announces 4 special campaign dates scheduled for SIR of Electoral Rolls in UP

Lucknow, January 16( UNI)Election Commission of India( ECI) will hold special campaign for the Special Intensive Revision( SIR) of electoral rolls in Uttar Pradedh on January 18, 31 and February 1, along with another date to be determined by the District Election Officer at the district level.

#ECI announces 4 special campaign dates scheduled for SIR of Electoral Rolls in UP

Under-19 World Cup: Afghanistan stun SA as England thrash Pak

Windhoek/Harare, Jan 16 (UNI) Afghanistan produced a sensational performance to defeat South Africa by 28 runs, while Australia and England registered convincing victories in the Under-19 World Cup on Friday.

#Under-19 World Cup: Afghanistan stun SA as England thrash Pak

Odisha state-level innovation & startup competition inspires student creativity:Minister

Bhubaneswar, Jan 16 (UNI) The State-Level Innovation and Startup Competition, organized by the Odisha Higher Education Department, is making significant strides in nurturing creativity among students and strengthening Odisha’s startup ecosystem, said Electronics & Information Technology Minister Mukesh Mahaling.

#Odisha state-level innovation & startup competition inspires student creativity:Minister

Hyd:IndiaAI–MeitY and IIT Hyderabad host inclusion for Social Empowerment Working Group Meeting

Hyderabad, Jan 16 (UNI) The IndiaAI Mission under MeitY, in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, hosted the Working Group Meeting on Inclusion for Social Empowerment here on Friday.

#Hyd:IndiaAI–MeitY and IIT Hyderabad host inclusion for Social Empowerment Working Group Meeting

Telangana CM hands over Group-3 appointment letters to 1,370 candidates, slams BRS over recruitment lapses

Hyderabad, Jan 16 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on late Friday evening handed over appointment letters to 1,370 candidates selected for Group-3 posts at a programme held at Shilpakala Vedika in the Hitech City area and criticised the previous BRS government for what he termed "irresponsible" handling of recruitment examinations.

#Telangana CM hands over Group-3 appointment letters to 1 #370 candidates # slams BRS over recruitment lapses

BJP Moves Toward Clear Majority in Miraj–Kupwad Municipal Corporation

Sangli, Jan 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is heading toward a clear majority in the Miraj–Kupwad Municipal Corporation elections.

#BJP Moves Toward Clear Majority in Miraj–Kupwad Municipal Corporation

Arbeloa urges fans to support Real Madrid against Levante

Madrid, Jan 16 (UNI) Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa is under immediate pressure when his side hosts Levante in La Liga on Saturday afternoon. .

#Arbeloa urges fans to support Real Madrid against Levante

Optimally leverage funds available to upgrade sports infra to modern standards: J&K Chief Secy to officers

Jammu, Jan 16 (UNI) Directing that sporting and recreational activities be evenly distributed across all districts to ensure equal opportunities for aspiring youth, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo today advised the Department of Youth Services and Sports to optimally leverage funds available under SASCI, Ministry of Sports schemes and Capex allocations to upgrade sports infrastructure to modern standards.

#Optimally leverage funds available to upgrade sports infra to modern standards: J&K Chief Secy to officers

Telangana: Vote for development in upcoming Municipal elections: CM

Nirmal, Jan 16 (UNI) Appealing to voters to choose development over politics in the upcoming Municipal elections, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday expressed confidence that the Congress party would secure a decisive victory in the civic polls and also retain power in the next Assemlby elections as well.

#Telangana: Vote for development in upcoming Municipal elections: CM

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reviews air pollution strategy, Orders time-bound action

New Delhi, Jan 16(UNI) Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on Friday chaired a high-level review meeting at the Delhi Secretariat on air pollution and directed all departmental heads to work effectively in accordance with the approved blueprint for pollution control and to ensure time-bound implementation.

#Delhi CM Rekha Gupta reviews air pollution strategy # Orders time-bound action

Startups to drive pollution-free revolution in Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta at IIT Delhi Exhibition

New Delhi, Jan 16(UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday inaugurated the “Innovative Solutions Against Pollution” exhibition at IIT Delhi on the occasion of National Startup Day, underscoring the government’s push to harness startup-driven technologies to combat pollution in the national capital.

#Startups to drive pollution-free revolution in Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta at IIT Delhi Exhibition

Maha: BJP emerges as single largest party in Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad civic body poll

Sangli, Jan 16 (UNI) Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) emerged as the single largest party in election for Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation (SMKMC) today by winning a majority of 39 seats on its own.

#Maha: BJP emerges as single largest party in Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad civic body poll

Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026: Indian riders gear up for Olympic pathway challenge

Pune, Jan 16 (UNI): With just 72 hours to go until the start of India’s inaugural UCI 2.2 Continental Cycling Road Race- the Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, Indian riders are ready to embrace the experience, learning, and take up the challenge that brings them to the brink of breaking into the international circuit.

#Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026: Indian riders gear up for Olympic pathway challenge

BJP gears up for Ballari protest tomorrow, padayatra decision pending

Ballari, Jan 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party is geared up for a massive protest in Ballari on Saturday even as the final call on its proposed padayatra is expected to come up for discussion at the party’s Core Committee meeting scheduled on the same day, amid continuing political and law-and-order sensitivities in the region.

#BJP gears up for Ballari protest tomorrow # padayatra decision pending

Kite festival rekindles childhood memories and cultural roots: CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) Addressing the gathering at the third International Kite Festival Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said that the festival offers an opportunity to reconnect with India’s rich culture and traditions.

#Kite festival rekindles childhood memories and cultural roots: CM Rekha Gupta

Patwari among 2 arrested by CBI in J&K's Anantnag in corruption case

Srinagar, Jan 16 (UNI) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested a Patwari and Chowkidar in Jammu and Kashmir''s Anantnag district while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs.15,000.

#Patwari among 2 arrested by CBI in J&K's Anantnag in corruption case

ED clamps down on Al-Falah group, attaches Rs.140 crore assets and files a chargesheet

Chandigarh, Jan 16 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has intensified its action against the Faridabad-based Al-Falah Group by attaching assets worth nearly Rs.140 crore and filing a chargesheet in a Delhi court in an alleged money-laundering case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

#ED clamps down on Al-Falah group # attaches Rs.140 crore assets and files a chargesheet

UP Defence Industrial Corridor set for major expansion

Lucknow, Jan 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is accelerating its journey towards becoming India’s leading defence manufacturing hub. .

#UP Defence Industrial Corridor set for major expansion

Indian Army, Podar Education Network sign MoU to support education of soldiers’ wards

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Indian Army has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Podar Education Network, Mumbai, to enhance educational opportunities for the wards of serving personnel, veterans and the families of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice.

#Indian Army # Podar Education Network sign MoU to support education of soldiers’ wards

Gearing up for WB assembly poll, Congress to hold first screening committee meeting on Jan 18

New Delhi, Jan 16, UNI: The Congress party has intensified its political preparations ahead of the West Bengal assembly elections with meeting of the screening committee scheduled
Congress screening committee to hold its first meeting in Kolkata on January 18.

#Gearing up for WB assembly poll # Congress to hold first screening committee meeting on Jan 18

Kerala committed to supporting household-level small industries: Minister K Krishnankutty

Kochi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Kerala government is firmly committed to supporting small-scale industries operating at the household level, Electricity Minister K. Krishnankutty said while inaugurating the India International Industrial Expo (IIIE) 2026 here on Friday.

#Kerala committed to supporting household-level small industries: Minister K Krishnankutty

Maha Elections: BJP headquarters decked up for victory celebrations

Mumbai, Jan 16 (UNI) After securing a decisive lead in the vote counting for the BrihanMumbai Corporation (BMC) elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) headquarters in Mumbai has been decked up to celebrate what is being termed a historic victory. Party workers have begun preparations to install a BJP mayor in Mumbai for the first time, ending the Shiv Sena’s 25-year-long rule over the civic body.

#Maha Elections: BJP headquarters decked up for victory celebrations

India is World’s third-largest startup ecosystem: PM Modi

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) Underlining the remarkable transformation of the country’s entrepreneurial landscape over the past decade, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that India has emerged as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem.

#India is World’s third-largest startup ecosystem: PM Modi

Odisha: Illegal arms supplier nabbed, six semi-automatic pistols seized

Bhubaneswar, Jan 16 (UNI) The Special Crime Unit (SCU) of the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police arrested an illegal arms supplier on Friday and recovered six semi-automatic pistols from his possession. Commissioner of Police S. Dev Datta Singh said the arrest was made following a specific intelligence input.

#Odisha: Illegal arms supplier nabbed # six semi-automatic pistols seized

Supreme Court issues notice to Karisma Kapoor in Kapur Estate case

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to actor Karisma Kapoor on a plea filed by Priya Kapur, widow of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, seeking access to confidential records relating to the 2016 divorce proceedings between Karisma Kapoor and Sunjay Kapur.

#Supreme Court issues notice to Karisma Kapoor in Kapur Estate case

Danish group Danfoss floats joint venture with PowerNEU

Chennai, Jan 16 (UNI) Danfoss India on Friday said it is launching a joint venture, Danfoss PowerNEU Private Ltd, partnering with engineering firm PowerNEU.

#Danish group Danfoss floats joint venture with PowerNEU

Tension erupts during vote count in Sambhajinagar, Police resort to mild lathi charge on Shiv Sena workers, Former mayor Vikas Jain injured

Ch. Sambhajinagar, Jan 16 (UNI) Tension gripped Ch. Sambhajinagar on Friday as counting of votes for the 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra began, with a confrontation breaking out at the counting centre set up at the Government Polytechnic College.

#Tension erupts during vote count in Sambhajinagar # Police resort to mild lathi charge on Shiv Sena workers # Former mayor Vikas Jain injured

SC mulls monitoring upkeep of Delhi’s neglected heritage sites

New Delhi, Jan 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday expressed its intention to monitor the maintenance and preservation of heritage and archaeological sites in Delhi, noting prolonged neglect by statutory authorities. The observation was made while hearing a matter concerning illegal encroachment on the Lodhi-era Shaikh Ali ‘Gumti’, a nearly 500-year-old tomb of archaeological significance.

#SC mulls monitoring upkeep of Delhi’s neglected heritage sites

Police lathi-charge devotees during 'prabhat pheri' in UP's Budaun, many injured

Budaun (UP), Jan 16 (UNI) Tension gripped Gram Byor of the Islamnagar police station area in Budaun district after police stopped a Prabhat Pheri (morning procession) being taken out during the Hindu calendar month of Magh, calling the route “disputed.”
The devotees on Friday claimed that Prabhat Pheri had been taken out through the same route for the past 50 years. The situation escalated, forcing the police to resort to a lathi-charge, in which several villagers were reportedly injured and admitted to the Community Health Centre for treatment.

#Police lathi-charge devotees during 'prabhat pheri' in UP's Budaun # many injured

Telangana: Luxettipet couple killed in road accident at Kanyakumari after Sabarimala pilgrimage

Mancherial (Telangana), Jan 16 (UNI) A couple from Luxettipet town in Mancherial district of Telangana who had visited Sabarimala to witness the Makara Jyothi and later travelled to Kanyakumari, killed in a tragic road accident, police said.

#Telangana: Luxettipet couple killed in road accident at Kanyakumari after Sabarimala pilgrimage

BGMI Evolves into a Living Fantasy World with the 4.2 Update, Unlocking Primewood Genesis, Iconic Collaborations, and a New Competitive Era

Heavy fog returns to UP, spike in road accidents leaves one dead, 40 injured

Lucknow, Jan 16 (UNI) A sudden return of dense fog across Uttar Pradesh amid biting cold conditions led to a sharp rise in road accidents on Friday, claiming one life and injuring at least 40 people.

#Heavy fog returns to UP # spike in road accidents leaves one dead # 40 injured

ICC delegation likely to visit Bangladesh for T20 World Cup talks

Dhaka, Jan 16 (UNI) A delegation from the International Cricket Council (ICC) is expected to visit Bangladesh to hold discussions on the national team’s participation in the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, scheduled to be held in India and Sri Lanka from February 7, The Daily Star reported.

#ICC delegation likely to visit Bangladesh for T20 World Cup talks

Eight dharamshala college students serve as ‘Sarthi’, support elderly patients

Dharamshala, Jan 16 (UNI) Eight students of Government Degree College, Dharamshala have actively participated as volunteers under the Himachal Pradesh government’s “Sarthi Programme”, extending guidance and support to elderly and needy patients in healthcare facilities.

#Eight dharamshala college students serve as ‘Sarthi’ # support elderly patients

Hot air balloon festival launched near Golconda Fort, Minister Jupally takes aerial ride

Hyderabad, Jan 16 (UNI) The Hot Air Balloon Festival was launched in a grand manner near the historic Golconda Fort at the Golf Club premises on Friday, adding a fresh attraction to Telangana’s growing tourism calendar.

#Hot air balloon festival launched near Golconda Fort # Minister Jupally takes aerial ride

Icy winds from mountains turns UP into severe cold condition

Lucknow, Jan 16 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is experiencing severe cold and the icy winds blowing from the mountains have brought night temperatures below normal and impacting people''s life.

#Icy winds from mountains turns UP into severe cold condition

Ghana land Cameroon, Mali and Cape Verde in 2026 Women's AFCON group

Accra, Jan 16 (UNI) Ghana''s women''s national team has been drawn into Group D of the 2026 Women''s Africa Cup of Nations, following the final draw held Thursday in Rabat, Morocco.

#Ghana land Cameroon # Mali and Cape Verde in 2026 Women's AFCON group

Fuselage Innovations emerges as Startup India success story from Kerala

Kochi, Jan 16 (UNI) Fuselage Innovations Private Limited, a DPIIT-recognised deep-tech startup based in Kalamassery, Kerala, has emerged as a compelling success story of the Startup India initiative, highlighting how targeted policy support can translate high-risk innovation into deployable national capabilities.

#Fuselage Innovations emerges as Startup India success story from Kerala

Bangladesh firm on skipping India T20 World Cup

Dhaka, Jan 15 (UNI) Bangladesh will not reverse its decision to skip the T20 World Cup in India, Youth and Sports Advisor Asif Nazrul has reiterated.

#Bangladesh firm on skipping India T20 World Cup

Harleen blasts UP Warriorz to 7-wicket win

Navi Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) Harleen Deol’s blazing 64 not out guided UP Warriorz Women to a comfortable seven-wicket victory over Mumbai Indians Women in the 8th match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 at Dr DY Patil Sports Academy on Wednesday.

#Harleen blasts UP Warriorz to 7-wicket win

Revenue employee dismissed on corruption charges

Patna, Jan 15 (UNI) A revenue employee posted at the Masaurhi Circle Office has been dismissed from service after being found guilty of serious corruption charges.

#Revenue employee dismissed on corruption charges

Thailand to host 2026 FIBA 3x3 Champions Cup

Mies (Switzerland), Jan 15 (UNI) The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) announced Thursday that the 3x3 Champions Cup is set for its second edition in Bangkok, Thailand, from March 13 to 15, after a successful debut in 2025.

#Thailand to host 2026 FIBA 3x3 Champions Cup

Arbeloa in spotlight after Real Madrid's shock Cup exit

Madrid, Jan 15 (UNI) Real Madrid''s shock exit to second-division Albacete in the round of 16 of .

#Arbeloa in spotlight after Real Madrid's shock Cup exit

Trump threatens to invoke Insurrections Act as Minneapolis protests over ICE killing intensify, Democrats urge 'end to occupation'

Minneapolis, Jan 15 (UNI) US President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act, a rarely used federal law that would allow him to deploy troops domestically, as protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continued to roil Minneapolis following two shootings involving federal officers.

#Trump threatens to invoke Insurrections Act as Minneapolis protests over ICE killing intensify # Democrats urge 'end to occupation'

UP Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad stopped by police in Ghaziabad from proceeding to Meerut

Ghaziabad, Jan 15 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad was stopped by Ghaziabad police at the UP Gate on Thursday while he was on his way to Meerut to meet the family of Sonu Kashyap, who was brutally murdered earlier this month.

#UP Cabinet Minister Sanjay Nishad stopped by police in Ghaziabad from proceeding to Meerut

Jemi knows how to get best out of group: Laura Wolvaardt

Mumbai, Jan 15(UNI): The JSW and GMR co-owned Delhi Capitals opened their account in the Women’s Premier League 2026 with a riveting seven-wicket win against UP Warriorz at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy on Wednesday.

#Jemi knows how to get best out of group: Laura Wolvaardt

AP CM emphasises reducing inequalities, promises next-level development in Kuppam region

Tirupati, Jan 15 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday stressed the need to reduce economic inequalities and said the state government has introduced the P-4 programme to handhold the poor and help them achieve financial growth.

#AP CM emphasises reducing inequalities # promises next-level development in Kuppam region

Odisha's women self-help groups to be trained for tourism and hospitality entrepreneurship

Bhubaneswar, Jan 15 (UNI) Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in Odisha have formally entered the tourism and hospitality sector, marking a significant step toward women’s economic empowerment in the state. As part of this initiative, around 4,000 women members from 1,000 SHGs will receive training in food supply services, event management, and tent and catering operations.

#Odisha's women self-help groups to be trained for tourism and hospitality entrepreneurship

MCD's education department sets up stall at New Delhi World Book Fair for the first time

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) The stall set up by Municipal Corporation of Delhi''s (MCD) Education Department at the New Delhi World Book Fair at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi was officially inaugurated on Thursday. Yogesh Verma Chairman of the Education Committee of the MCD inaugurated the stall.

#MCD's education department sets up stall at New Delhi World Book Fair for the first time

UP: Excise dept. drafting new policy, distillery units set to get boost in UP

Lucknow, Jan 15( UNI) In order to accelerate industrial investment in the state and strengthen revenue resources, the Uttar Pradesh government is preparing to take another major step.

#UP: Excise dept. drafting new policy # distillery units set to get boost in UP

Dhoni extends support to Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 as Goodwill Ambassador

Pune, Jan 15(UNI): Former Indian Cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been named Goodwill Ambassador for the most awaited Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026, lending his support to India’s first international cycling road race, scheduled from 19-23 January in Pune.

#Dhoni extends support to Bajaj Pune Grand Tour 2026 as Goodwill Ambassador

India's startup revolution: From Economic Activity to Nation Building Force

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) India''s start-up revolution is no longer an economic phenomenon but a nation-building instrument, transforming the way capability, opportunity and confidence are being built for the future growth of the country''s economy.

#India's startup revolution: From Economic Activity to Nation Building Force

Human Rights body RRAG apprehends rising violence against Bangladesh minorities in poll run-up

New Delhi, Jan 15, UNI With formal campaigning for Bangladesh''s general election set to start from January 22, apprehensions about the situations of the minorities there have emerged as a matter of concern.

#Human Rights body RRAG apprehends rising violence against Bangladesh minorities in poll run-up

Delhi govt intensifies winter shelter setting up for homeless near major hospitals

New Delhi, Jan 15(UNI) Delhi government has intensified its winter shelter operations to ensure the safety of homeless people amid severe cold conditions, with special focus on areas around major hospitals such as AIIMS, Safdarjung Hospital and GB Pant Hospital.

#Delhi govt intensifies winter shelter setting up for homeless near major hospitals

Indian Oil to provide Rs 62.38 lakh CSR support for Zoram Medical College Hospital

Aizawl, Jan 15 (UNI) Zoram Medical College and Hospital (ZMC&H) on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) assistance aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure in Mizoram.

#Indian Oil to provide Rs 62.38 lakh CSR support for Zoram Medical College Hospital

RIL-Owned Reliance Industries Infra Q3 FY26 Profit Up 9.9 per cent YoY At Rs 3.01 cr

Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) Reliance Industrial Infrastructure Limited (RIIL), which is a group company of the Mukesh Ambani owned-Reliance Industries Limited (RIL), has reported a 9.9 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase in its consolidated net profit for the third quarter of FY26.

#RIL-Owned Reliance Industries Infra Q3 FY26 Profit Up 9.9 per cent YoY At Rs 3.01 cr

Communal violence erupts in Odisha town, internet services withdrawn

Bhubaneshwar, Jan 15 (UNI) Authorities in Odisha’s Sundargarh town have withdrawn internet services for 24 hours after a group clash between two communities left over a dozen people injured on Thursday, a senior police official said.

#Communal violence erupts in Odisha town # internet services withdrawn

India's Startup Revolution: Transitioning from mere economic activity to credible platform for nation building

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) India''s start-up revolution is no longer an economic phenomenon but a nation-building instrument, transforming the way capability, opportunity and confidence are being built for the future growth of the country''s economy.

#India's Startup Revolution: Transitioning from mere economic activity to credible platform for nation building

On her birthday, Mayawati plays Brahmin card, signals solo push for 2027 UP elections

Lucknow, Jan 15 (UNI) On the occasion of her birthday on January 15, Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati made a major political pitch aimed squarely at the Brahmin community, signalling that the party is preparing for a solo and aggressive run in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. Her remarks have triggered sharp political reactions from the BJP, Congress, JDU and other parties, sparking a wider debate on caste politics in the state.

#On her birthday # Mayawati plays Brahmin card # signals solo push for 2027 UP elections

Bangladesh Islami Andolan withdraws from 11 party alliance ahead of upcoming polls

Dhaka, Jan 15 (UNI) Bangladesh Islami Andolan, led by Charmonai Pir, has withdrawn from the 11-party alliance formed by Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami and the National Citizen Party (NCP), reducing the bloc to 10 parties, senior leaders confirmed.

#Bangladesh Islami Andolan withdraws from 11 party alliance ahead of upcoming polls

Kerala Startup Mission partners with TrEST Research Park to accelerate EV innovation

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 15 (UNI) Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) has announced a strategic collaboration with Trivandrum Engineering Science & amp; Technology (TrEST) Research Park to launch a six-month deep-tech incubation program focused on accelerating early-stage innovators and startups in the electric mobility ecosystem.

#Kerala Startup Mission partners with TrEST Research Park to accelerate EV innovation

Legacy of Valour to take centre stage as UP Tourism develops Maharaja Suheldev Asht Khamba Stupa in Ambedkar Nagar

Ambedkar Nagar, Jan 15 ( UNI) In a move that blends remembrance with renewal, the Uttar Pradesh Tourism Department is set to undertake the tourism development of the historic Rajbhar dynastic Asht Khamba Stupa at Larpur in Ambedkar Nagar.

#Legacy of Valour to take centre stage as UP Tourism develops Maharaja Suheldev Asht Khamba Stupa in Ambedkar Nagar

24-hr water supply plan for 52 lakh Delhiites misleading, says Congress

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee chief Devender Yadav on Thursday accused the Rekha Gupta government of misleading the people with its announcement of providing 24-hour water supply to 52 lakh residents, calling it a "publicity stunt" that overlooks critical systemic failures.

#24-hr water supply plan for 52 lakh Delhiites misleading # says Congress

Broadcast details for ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup announced

Dubai, Jan 15 (UNI) The ICC has announced the details of its broadcast arrangements for the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, which sees 16 teams compete for the right to be crowned champions.
With three matches taking place on the opening day, fans across the world will have the chance to soak up the action via the ICC’s direct broadcast partnerships with world class broadcasters, with live coverage across all matches available globally.
In India, JioStar continues to bring pictures to fans through Star Sports on linear television networks and via the JioHotstar digital platform.

#Broadcast details for ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup announced

Congress gears up for poll-bound states, strategy for Assam to be formulated in Delhi

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) The Congress party has started preparing for the upcoming assembly elections in various states and leaders from Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and West Bengal-- the states going to polls--are being called to Delhi from January 16.

#Congress gears up for poll-bound states # strategy for Assam to be formulated in Delhi

UP BJP chief asks frontal organisations and cells to prepare for the 2027 elections

Lucknow, Jan 15 (UNI) A meeting of the presidents, general secretaries, conveners, and co-conveners of the various frontal organisations, cells, and departments of the Uttar Pradesh Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) convened by the state chief Pankaj Chaudhary here on Thursday has called for activating contacts with people and communication at the grassroots in view of the 2027 elections.

#UP BJP chief asks frontal organisations and cells to prepare for the 2027 elections

Over 500 million ticket requests submitted as World Cup random selection draw application period concludes

Zurich (Switzerland), Jan 15 (UNI) The global excitement for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has
reached unprecedented levels, with more than half a billion ticket requests submitted during the Random Selection Draw ticket sales phase, which ran from December 11, 2025 to January 13,
2026.

#Over 500 million ticket requests submitted as World Cup random selection draw application period concludes

KRAFTON India Introduces the Secret Legacy Backpack in BGMI Ahead of the 4.2 Update With New Redeem Codes

India may see up to ₹4 lakh crore IPO capital next year

Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) India’s primary capital markets are poised for a sharp acceleration in capital formation, with the country’s IPO ecosystem entering a phase marked by scale, liquidity depth and structural maturity. Industry estimates suggest that if current trends continue, capital formation through public issues could reach between ₹3.5 lakh crore and ₹4 lakh crore in the coming year, nearly double the level recorded last year.

#India may see up to ₹4 lakh crore IPO capital next year

SC reserves verdict on plea seeking withdrawal of life support for man in permanent vegetative state

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday reserved its judgment on a plea seeking withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a 32-year-old man who has remained in an irreversible permanent vegetative state for nearly 12 years following a fall from a building.
A Bench comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice K.V. Viswanathan was hearing a miscellaneous application filed by the man’s father seeking permission to discontinue all life-sustaining treatment.

#SC reserves verdict on plea seeking withdrawal of life support for man in permanent vegetative state

Rekha Gupta reviews guard of honour, highlights role of NCC in nation building

New Delhi, Jan 15(UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday reviewed the Guard of Honour and interacted with National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets at the Republic Day Parade Camp 2026.

#Rekha Gupta reviews guard of honour # highlights role of NCC in nation building

Senior citizens queue up before polling begins , Veteran leaders and elderly voters set example

Mumbai, Jan 15 (UNI) Polling for the elections to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation began on an enthusiastic note on Thursday morning, with senior citizens turning out in large numbers at polling stations across Mumbai.

#Senior citizens queue up before polling begins # Veteran leaders and elderly voters set example

TN is the Superstar Exporter State of India : Minister

Chennai, Jan 15 (UNI) With the NITI Aayog ranking Tamil Nadu second among
States and union Territories in the Export Preparedness Index 2024 and the
only State in top five to increase its share in India''s overall exports, TN has
emerged as the Superstar Exporter State of India.

#TN is the Superstar Exporter State of India : Minister

Pune voters will support BJP based on development work: MoS Murlidhar Mohol

Pune, Jan 15 (UNI) union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol said that the people of Pune have personally witnessed the development work carried out by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the city over the past years, and that would make Pune voters to think in favour of the party in the elections to the urban body. Mohol was speaking to the media after casting his vote along with his family in the city on Thursday.

#Pune voters will support BJP based on development work: MoS Murlidhar Mohol

Hot air balloon, drone festivals to light up Hyderabad from Jan 16

Hyderabad, Jan 15 (UNI) Telangana Tourism Department on Thursday thanked the people of the State for making the International Kite and Sweet Festival, organised at Secunderabad Parade Grounds on the occasion of Sankranthi, a grand success.

#Hot air balloon # drone festivals to light up Hyderabad from Jan 16

Maha elections: EVM malfunction disrupts voting for hours in Vasai–Virar civic polls

Mumbai, Jan 15 ( UNI) A serious incident of voting machine malfunction was reported during the Vasai–Virar Municipal Corporation elections, causing major disruption at several polling stations.

#Maha elections: EVM malfunction disrupts voting for hours in Vasai–Virar civic polls

BSP Chief vows to go it alone in UP elections next year, celebrates 70th birthday with workers

Lucknow, Jan 15 (UNI) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati, on her 70th birthday, announced that her party will contest the 2027 UP elections with full force and energy without alliances. She also appealed to the Brahmins and other communities to support BSP in the elections to get back their honour and respect.

#BSP Chief vows to go it alone in UP elections next year # celebrates 70th birthday with workers

Four killed, two injured as Hyva hits pickup on Gumla–Ranchi road

Ranchi, Jan 15 (UNI) In a tragic road accident on the Gumla–Ranchi main road in Jharkhand, four people were killed and two others seriously injured after a speeding Hyva rammed into a pickup van early Thursday morning.

#Four killed # two injured as Hyva hits pickup on Gumla–Ranchi road

Sparks, smoke disrupt Mayawati’s 70th birthday press conference

Lucknow, Jan 15 (UNI) The 70th birthday celebrations of Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati were briefly disrupted on Thursday after sparks and smoke were seen during her press conference at the party’s headquarters.
The incident occurred towards the end of the event, prompting immediate action from security personnel, who used fire extinguishers to control the smoke, reportedly caused by a short circuit.

#Sparks # smoke disrupt Mayawati’s 70th birthday press conference

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Zendaya and cast return in ‘Euphoria’ season 3, trailer reveals time jump

Washington, Jan 15 (UNI) The makers of ‘Euphoria’ have released the trailer for the series’ highly anticipated third season, which is set to premiere on April 12.

#Zendaya and cast return in ‘Euphoria’ season 3 # trailer reveals time jump

UP: Two killed, one injured in late-night road accident in Azamgarh

Azamgarh, Jan 15 (UNI) A tragic road accident occurred late Wednesday night around 11:30 pm in the Mubarakpur police station area of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh.

#UP: Two killed # one injured in late-night road accident in Azamgarh

Jay Shah sends best wishes ahead of ICC U19 World Cup 2026

New Delhi, Jan 15 (UNI) International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah has extended his best wishes to all teams and players ahead of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup, set to begin on January 15 in Zimbabwe and Namibia.

#Jay Shah sends best wishes ahead of ICC U19 World Cup 2026

UP CM Yogi Adityanath offers Khichdi to Guru Gorakhnath in a spirit of devotion

Gorakhpur, Jan 15 (UNI) On the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti, Gorakshpeethadhishwar and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath offered the sacred Khichdi to Mahayogi Guru Gorakhnath at the Gorakhnath Temple at 4 AM on Thursday, during the sacred Brahma Muhurta, in accordance with the revered traditions of the Nath sect.

#UP CM Yogi Adityanath offers Khichdi to Guru Gorakhnath in a spirit of devotion

Arsenal edges past Chelsea in first leg of League Cup semifinal

London, Jan 15 (UNI) Mistakes from Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez led to two of Arsenal''s three goals in his side''s 3-2 loss in the League Cup semifinal first leg on Wednesday.

#Arsenal edges past Chelsea in first leg of League Cup semifinal

Couple donates 8-day newborn's body to AIIMS

Dehradun, Jan 14 (UNI) Uttarakhand''s Rishikesh-based All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) was witness to a profound act of humanity, leaving everyone in tears as a couple decided to donate the body of their 8-day-old newborn deceased daughter to the institute.

#Couple donates 8-day newborn's body to AIIMS

WPL: Lizelle's 67 powers Delhi Capitals to win over UP Warriorz

Navi Mumbai, Jan 14 (UNI) Lizelle Lee delivered a match-defining performance as Delhi Capitals Women registered a comfortable seven-wicket victory over UP Warriorz Women in the seventh match of the Women’s Premier League 2026 at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy here on Wednesday.

#WPL: Lizelle's 67 powers Delhi Capitals to win over UP Warriorz

UP makes strong leap in Electric Vehicle charging, decisive step towards Green Transportation

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) Amidst the development and expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the country, Uttar Pradesh is making its strong presence felt with establishment of 2,316 electric vehicle charging stations in the state in the last five years, thus consistently taking concrete steps towards clean energy and green transportation.

#UP makes strong leap in Electric Vehicle charging # decisive step towards Green Transportation

UP makes big leap in Export Preparedness Index 2024, reaches 4th position

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is not only rapidly emerging as a leading exporting state but is also setting an example as a new national model by linking exports to employment, investment, regional balance and inclusive development.

#UP makes big leap in Export Preparedness Index 2024 # reaches 4th position

UP: Fire breaks out at Swami Ram Sewak camp in Prayagraj Magh Mela

Prayagraj, Jan 14 (UNI) A fire broke out at the Swami Ram Sewak camp reportedly due to a lit oil lamp (diya) during the Prayagraj Magh Mela today evening.

#UP: Fire breaks out at Swami Ram Sewak camp in Prayagraj Magh Mela

Attack reported hours before civic polling, Shinde Sena leader levels allegations against BJP supporters

Dhule, Jan 14 (UNI) In pre-poll violence, unidentified persons allegedly pelted stones at the residence of a Shiv Sena (Shinde faction) candidate in the city on January 13 within hours of campaigning coming to a close for the Dhule Municipal Corporation elections, police said on Wednesday.

#Attack reported hours before civic polling # Shinde Sena leader levels allegations against BJP supporters

Additional T20 World Cup 2026 ticket sales go live

Dubai, Jan 14 (UNI) Fans can now access tickets to more ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 fixtures as the sales go live.

#Additional T20 World Cup 2026 ticket sales go live

IQ-Line Earns High-Level Recognition at UP AI & Health Innovation Conference

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) IQ-Line achieved a significant milestone at the UP AI & Health Innovation Conference, receiving high-level acclaim for its forward-looking vision of a digitally enabled healthcare ecosystem.

#IQ-Line Earns High-Level Recognition at UP AI & Health Innovation Conference

AAP accuses UP govt on SIR

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh today levelled serious allegations against the BJP government and the Election Commission regarding the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in Uttar Pradesh.

#AAP accuses UP govt on SIR

ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026: Warm-ups Day 6 wrap

Windhoek, Jan 14 (UNI) Australia, South Africa, Afghanistan and Sri Lanka were the four teams in action on the final day of warm-ups in Namibia, as rain-affected matches brought the practice phase to a close on the eve of the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup.

#ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026: Warm-ups Day 6 wrap

UP: Akhilesh Yadav dubs Sangh Parivar as most dangerous family in world

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav today alleged that the Sangh Parivar is the most dangerous family in the world and warned people to be wary of the RSS and the BJP.

#UP: Akhilesh Yadav dubs Sangh Parivar as most dangerous family in world

Task Force busts duplicate Karachi Mehendi unit in Balapur, seizes stock worth Rs 8 lakh

Hyderabad, Jan 14 (UNI) The Commissioner’s Task Force (South-East Zone) along with Balapur and Afzalgunj police busted a unit illegally manufacturing and supplying duplicate Karachi Mehendi cones and apprehended two persons, seizing machinery and duplicate stock worth about Rs 8 lakh.

#Task Force busts duplicate Karachi Mehendi unit in Balapur # seizes stock worth Rs 8 lakh

Canada announce squad for their T20 World Cup campaign

Ottawa, Jan 14 (UNI) Canada will look to build on their maiden ICC Men''s T20 World Cup appearance in 2024, and leave a mark in the upcoming edition of the global mega-event in
India and Sri Lanka.

#Canada announce squad for their T20 World Cup campaign

UP forges ahead in the Export Preparedness Index 2024, reaching 4th from 7th in 2022

Lucknow, Jan14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh is not only rapidly emerging as a leading exporting state but is also setting an example as a new national model by linking exports to employment, investment, regional balance, and inclusive development.

#UP forges ahead in the Export Preparedness Index 2024 # reaching 4th from 7th in 2022

UP makes a strong leap in EV charging, a decisive step towards green mobility

Lucknow, January 14( UNI) Uttar Pradesh is consistently taking concrete steps towards clean energy and green transportation. Amidst development and expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the country, Uttar Pradesh is making its strong presence felt. In the last five years, 2,316 electric vehicle charging stations have been established in the state.

#UP makes a strong leap in EV charging # a decisive step towards green mobility

Infrastructure, facilities being upgraded to tackle cyber crime: Choudhary

Patna, Jan 14 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Wednesday said that the state government is committed to deal with complex and sensitive cases of cyber crime for which the police system is continuously being modernised and strengthened keeping in mind the growing technological challenges.

#Infrastructure # facilities being upgraded to tackle cyber crime: Choudhary

Today’s youth no longer just job seekers, but job creators: Rekha Gupta

New Delhi, Jan 13(UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday said that India’s youth is no longer limited to seeking jobs, but is increasingly emerging as a generation of job creators, driven by innovation, skills and entrepreneurship.

#Today’s youth no longer just job seekers # but job creators: Rekha Gupta

Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam upsets Ryuki Matsuda in ITF Tennis tourney

Chennai, Jan 14 (UNI) Qualifier Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam continued his good run and stunned eight seed Ryuki Matsuda of Japan
6-4, 7-6(8) in the main draw first round of the Adityan ITF M25 International Tennis Tournament at the SDAT Tennis Stadium Nungambakkam here oin Wednesday.

#Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam upsets Ryuki Matsuda in ITF Tennis tourney

ED files supplementary chargesheet in UP police recruitment paper leak case

New Delhi, Jan 14 UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED), Lucknow Zonal Office, on Wednesday filed a supplementary chargesheet against 18 accused persons, including the alleged main accused and mastermind Rajiv Nayan Mishra, before the Special Court under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in Lucknow.

#ED files supplementary chargesheet in UP police recruitment paper leak case

UP: Fire in Magh Mela, 2 tents burnt to ashes

Prayagraj, Jan 14 (UNI) A fire broke out suspected due to a short-circuit in Sector 4 of Magh Mela in Prayagraj of Uttar Pradesh today, causing panic among revellers.

#UP: Fire in Magh Mela # 2 tents burnt to ashes

Health Minister unveils toll-free liver health support service at ILBS Foundation Day

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New Delhi, Jan 14 (UNI) Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Wednesday launched the ‘Liver Gyan’ Helpline, a dedicated toll-free public information service on liver health, during the 16th Foundation Day of the Institute of Liver and Biliary Sciences (ILBS).

#Health Minister unveils toll-free liver health support service at ILBS Foundation Day

Himachal govt to frame nutrition policy to ensure food security for vulnerable groups

Shimla, Jan 14 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today said the state government would formulate a State Nutrition Policy aimed at ensuring access to balanced and nutritious food for all vulnerable sections, including children, adolescent girls, and expectant and lactating mothers.

#Himachal govt to frame nutrition policy to ensure food security for vulnerable groups

Tirupati : Gopuja Mahotsavam at TTDs SV Gosala on Jan 16

Tirupati, Jan 14 (UNI) : The Gopuja Mahotsavam will be observed in a grand manner on January 16, on the occasion of Kanuma festival, at the TTD-run Sri Venkateswara Gosamrakshanasala (SV Gosala) in Tirupati.

#Tirupati : Gopuja Mahotsavam at TTDs SV Gosala on Jan 16

Man kills wife after domestic dispute, then dies by suicide in UP's Unnao

Unnao, Jan 14 (UNI) A 42-year-old man allegedly strangled his wife to death following a domestic dispute and later died by suicide by hanging himself from the roof of his house at the Bangarmau Kotwali area of UP''s Unnao district, police said.

#Man kills wife after domestic dispute # then dies by suicide in UP's Unnao

UP govt holds awareness and registration camps for construction workers

Lucknow, Jan 14 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board organized awareness and registration camps on Wednesday at the Mohanlalganj, Buddheshwar, and Barabirwa (Aashiana) labour hubs in Lucknow.

#UP govt holds awareness and registration camps for construction workers

Uproot poisonous weed planted by BJP in Maharashtra: State Congress Chief

Mumbai, Jan 14 ( UNI) Congress State President Harshvardhan Sapkal called upon the people on Wednesday to give a decisive mandate in the municipal corporation elections to "uproot" what he termed a "poisonous weed" planted and nurtured by the ruling BJP to turn Maharashtra into a "lawless Bihar" through electoral machinations.

#Uproot poisonous weed planted by BJP in Maharashtra: State Congress Chief

ED attaches Rs 35 Crore in Suumaya Group fraud case

New Delhi, Jan 14 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate''s (ED) Mumbai Zonal Office announced on Wednesday the attachment of movable and immovable properties worth Rs 35.22 crore in the case involving the Suumaya Group and others.
These properties include movable assets such as bank balances, demat holdings, and mutual funds, along with two immovable properties.

#ED attaches Rs 35 Crore in Suumaya Group fraud case

Pakistan host Australia in T20 World Cup build-up

Karachi, Jan 14 (UNI) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed the schedule for their upcoming three-match T20I series against Australia in Lahore, as both sides sharpen their unit
for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

#Pakistan host Australia in T20 World Cup build-up

UP Congress chief Ajay Rai visits rape victim's family in Kanpur, alleges police protection to accused SI

Kanpur, Jan 14 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Congress president Ajay Rai on Wednesday made a sudden visit to Kanpur, where he met the family of a 14-year-old gangrape survivor in Sachendi. Rai spoke to the victim’s father and assured him of his party''s full support.

#UP Congress chief Ajay Rai visits rape victim's family in Kanpur # alleges police protection to accused SI

Zim, WI tipped for winning starts in U19 World Cup openers

Harare/Windhoek, Jan 14 (UNI) The ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 continues on Thursday with two contrasting Group matches, as hosts Zimbabwe Under-19 take on Scotland Under-19 in Harare, while West Indies Under-19 face Tanzania Under-19 in Windhoek.

#Zim # WI tipped for winning starts in U19 World Cup openers

FLASH: US Ambassador Sergio Gor presents his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

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#FLASH: US Ambassador Sergio Gor presents his credentials to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Kerala Startup Mission launches 'Thirike' campaign for brain gain

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 14 (UNI) Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) is launching a campaign to create job opportunities and bring talent back home.

#Kerala Startup Mission launches 'Thirike' campaign for brain gain

HP Govt lifts embargo on transfer and posting of Group C, D employees

Shimla, Jan 13 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh government on Tuesday lifted the embargo on general transfers and postings of Group-C and Group-D employees, excluding teaching cadres of the Education and Technical Education Departments.

#HP Govt lifts embargo on transfer and posting of Group C # D employees

Samsung Innovation campus certifies 1,750 Youth in Future-Tech skills in UP

Lucknow, Jan 13( UNI) Samsung, India''s largest consumer electronics brand, on the occasion of National Youth Day, announced the certification of 1,750 students in Uttar Pradesh under its flagship Samsung Innovation Campus (SIC) programme, marking a significant milestone in the company’s youth-skilling efforts in the state.

#Samsung Innovation campus certifies 1 #750 Youth in Future-Tech skills in UP

Significant reduction in stamp and registration fees, providing direct relief to public in UP

Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is undertaking significant reform initiatives related to stamp and registration fees with the aim of providing relief to common citizens, women, small business owners, and families.
Major concessions are being offered on gift deeds, lease deeds, and registrations in favor of women.

#Significant reduction in stamp and registration fees # providing direct relief to public in UP

Achievements of Gorakhpur and UP are a showcase of the journey of development with heritage: CM Yogi

Gorakhpur, Jan 13 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today said that Gorakhpur was once notorious for mafia rule and hooliganism, as was the rest of the state, but today the achievements of Gorakhpur and the state are a showcase of the journey of development with heritage, and the Gorakhpur Festival is a platform for showcasing these.

#Achievements of Gorakhpur and UP are a showcase of the journey of development with heritage: CM Yogi

Heritage Foods seeks policy support for organised dairy in upcoming union Budget

Hyderabad, Jan 13 (UNI) Ahead of the union Budget 2026, Heritage Foods Ltd Executive Director Brahmani Nara on Tuesday called for targeted policy support to accelerate growth in India’s organised dairy sector, citing favourable market conditions following the September 2025 GST rationalisation.

#Heritage Foods seeks policy support for organised dairy in upcoming union Budget

AP CM inaugurates, lays foundation for development works in Naravaripalle and Tirupati

Naravaripalle/Tirupati, Jan 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated and laid foundation stones for several development works in Naravaripalle and Tirupati on Tuesday, giving a major boost to healthcare, infrastructure, education and irrigation facilities.

#AP CM inaugurates # lays foundation for development works in Naravaripalle and Tirupati

Arbeloa upbeat ahead of debut as Real Madrid coach

Madrid, Jan 13 (UNI) Alvaro Arbeloa gave his first press conference on Tuesday after being named as the new Real Madrid coach on Monday just minutes after the club announced that Xabi Alonso had left the club in the wake of the club''s defeat to FC Barcelona in the Spanish Supercup final. .

#Arbeloa upbeat ahead of debut as Real Madrid coach

BMC introduces backup display units for vote counting , AAP questions legality of PADU deployment

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.

#BMC introduces backup display units for vote counting # AAP questions legality of PADU deployment

UP: PWD senior clerk arrested for taking bribe in Jhansi

Jhansi, Jan 13 (UNI) A senior clerk of the Public Works Department (PWD) was caught red-handed while allegedly accepting Rs 20,000 asan installment of Rs 50,000 bribe here today.

#UP: PWD senior clerk arrested for taking bribe in Jhansi

Konkan divisional supply deputy commissioner arrested in Navi Mumbai

Thane, Jan 13 (UNI) The Thane unit of the Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested a Class One officer of the Konkan division supply department for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 5 lakh through his private aides in Navi Mumbai, an official confirmeed on Tuesday.

#Konkan divisional supply deputy commissioner arrested in Navi Mumbai

Minority Commission chairman addresses rally in Mumbra , Call made to support BJP candidates

Mumbai, Jan 13 (UNI) Maharashtra State Minority Commission Chairman and BJP Transport Cell president Haji Arafat Shaikh has appealed to voters in Mumbra to support the Bharatiya Janata Party, stating that the outfit should also secure victory in the area as it has across Thane, Mumbai, and other parts of the country.

#Minority Commission chairman addresses rally in Mumbra # Call made to support BJP candidates

Sharchi Bengal Tigers set up a roaring 5-3 win against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons

Ranchi, Jan 13 (UNI) Jugraj Singh scored his first hat-trick of the season to ensure a commanding 5-3 win for the Sharchi Bengal Tigers against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons in the ongoing Hockey India League 2026 (Men) on Tuesday at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda Hockey Stadium here.

#Sharchi Bengal Tigers set up a roaring 5-3 win against Accord Tamil Nadu Dragons

Himachal CM to take up apple import duty issue with Centre

Shimla, Jan 13 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today assured apple orchardists that the state government would take up their concerns with the union government over the reduction in import duty on apples from New Zealand, which they said would severly affect domestic producers.

#Himachal CM to take up apple import duty issue with Centre

UP's 42 village heads to take part in R-Day celebrations in Delhi

Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh will mark its special presence at the Republic Day celebrations on January 26 at Kartavya Path in Delhi. Heads of 42 gram panchayats selected at the state level have been invited as special guests to the Republic Day ceremony. These heads will participate in the programme along with their spouses/ guardians.

#UP's 42 village heads to take part in R-Day celebrations in Delhi

JLF 2026 to showcase Rajasthan's cultural creativity amidst a line-up of global speakers

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.

#JLF 2026 to showcase Rajasthan's cultural creativity amidst a line-up of global speakers

UP: Tension erupts in Kanpur after remains of cattle found near Durga temple

Kanpur, Jan 13 (UNI) Panic and tension spread in the Bilhaur area of Kanpur after the remains of around 100 cattle were found in a field near a Durga temple on the Gauri–Kutra road.

#UP: Tension erupts in Kanpur after remains of cattle found near Durga temple

Fuel supply resumes in Manipur as petroleum dealers call off agitation

Imphal, Jan 13 (UNI) Oil depots across Manipur reopened from Tuesday after the Manipur Petroleum Dealers’ Fraternity decided to call off its agitation following what it described as a positive response from the authorities to its demands related to highway security and movement of fuel tankers.

#Fuel supply resumes in Manipur as petroleum dealers call off agitation

Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam upset Artur Kukasian in Men's ITF tourney

Chennai, Jan 13 (UNI) Tenth seed local lad Abhinav stunned top seed Artur Kukasian in the final qualifying round of the Adityan ITF M25 International Tennis Tournament 2026 held at the SDAT Tennis Stadium Nungambakkam here on Tuesday and entered the main draw.

#Abhinav Sanjeev Shanmugam upset Artur Kukasian in Men's ITF tourney

TN's first multidisciplinary Industry-supported Design, Make Skills Centre with Autodesk at SRMIST

Chennai, Jan 13 (UNI) The SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) today inaugurated the Centre for Advanced Skill Development in Design and Make Industry, an industry-supported initiative powered by Autodesk.

#TN's first multidisciplinary Industry-supported Design # Make Skills Centre with Autodesk at SRMIST

JLF 2026 to showcase Rajasthan's cultural creativity amidst a line-up of global speakers

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.

#JLF 2026 to showcase Rajasthan's cultural creativity amidst a line-up of global speakers

Bengal: Two Nipah-infected nurses on ventilator support, condition critical

Kolkata, Jan 13 (UNI) Two nurses infected with the deadly Nipah virus continue to remain on ventilatory support, with their condition described as extremely critical, hospital sources said on Tuesday.

#Bengal: Two Nipah-infected nurses on ventilator support # condition critical

BLOs to read out draft electoral rolls of SIR in UP on Jan 18

Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) The Election Commission of India (ECI) has instructed all the BLOs in Uttar Pradesh to read out the draft electoral roll of SIR to the voters at all polling booths across the state in a mission mode on January 18.

#BLOs to read out draft electoral rolls of SIR in UP on Jan 18

Iran's exiled royals offer support to protesters, say fissures growing within govt

Tehran, Jan 13 (UNI) Iran''s exiled crown prince, Reza Pahlavi, in his support to protesters claimed that thousands of members of Iran''s military and police forces have refused to report for duty in order to avoid partaking in the regime''s bloody repression.

#Iran's exiled royals offer support to protesters # say fissures growing within govt

Support cells around stem cells, not stem cells alone, may hold key to ageing : Study

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Support cells surrounding stem cells rather than stem cells alone, are far more vulnerable to ageing and may hold the key to understanding how tissues age and lose their generative capacity.

#Support cells around stem cells # not stem cells alone # may hold key to ageing : Study

West Indies begin T20WC build-up with Afghanistan series

Barbados, Jan 13 (UNI) Cricket West Indies (CWI) has unveiled its 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match T20 International series against Afghanistan, to be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates from January 19.

#West Indies begin T20WC build-up with Afghanistan series

Illegal opium crop destroyed in Chauparan

Hazaribagh, Jan 13, (UNI) The police and forest department conducted a joint operation in Murania village under the Chauparan police station area of Hazaribagh district. Acting on confidential information, the operation was carried out on January 13, 2026, during which illegally cultivated opium crops spread across approximately 10 acres of land were identified and completely destroyed on the spot.

#Illegal opium crop destroyed in Chauparan

Nadda assures Mamata of support after suspected Nipah cases

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. .

#Nadda assures Mamata of support after suspected Nipah cases

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PRAGATI has transformed UP from a bottleneck state to a breakthrough state: CM Yogi

Lucknow, Jan 13 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said that ‘PRAGATI’ (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation), the administrative framework envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, first during his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat and further institutionalised after becoming the Prime Minister at the national level, is not merely a platform for reviewing major infrastructure projects, but a powerful reflection of the new work culture of New India. The administrative framework, he said, has helped transform states like UP which was considered a "bottleneck State.

#PRAGATI has transformed UP from a bottleneck state to a breakthrough state: CM Yogi

Australian neo-Nazi group to disband in response to proposed hate speech laws

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.

#Australian neo-Nazi group to disband in response to proposed hate speech laws

SC makes interim bail of Abbas Ansari absolute in UP gangsters Act case

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Supreme Court Tuesday made absolute the interim bail granted to former Uttar Pradesh MLA Abbas Ansari in a case registered under the Uttar Pradesh Gangsters and Anti-Social Activities (Prevention) Act, 1986.

#SC makes interim bail of Abbas Ansari absolute in UP gangsters Act case

Union Minister Kishan Reddy inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Challenge Cup

Hyderabad, Jan 13 (UNI) union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Tuesday inaugurated the Swami Vivekananda Challenge Cup tournament held at Pendyal village in Maheshwaram mandal, Ranagareddy district.

#Union Minister Kishan Reddy inaugurates Swami Vivekananda Challenge Cup

SC directs Coal India to create a supernumerary post for woman with multiple disabilities

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Tuesday directed the Chairman of Coal India Limited to create a supernumerary post for a woman who was denied employment despite qualifying for an interview in 2016, solely due to her multiple disabilities.
A Bench comprising Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice K.V. Viswanathan passed the order in favour of the appellant, Sujata Bora, while clarifying that the decision was made in the peculiar facts of the case and should not be treated as a precedent.

#SC directs Coal India to create a supernumerary post for woman with multiple disabilities

Magh Mela 2026: UPSTDC’s Sangam Tent Colony ready to meet surge in devotee arrivals ahead of Makar Sankranti

Prayagraj, Jan 13( UNI) As ‘Sangam City’ witnesses a steady build-up of pilgrims ahead of Makar Sankranti, arrangements for Magh Mela 2026 have moved into an important phase.

#Magh Mela 2026: UPSTDC’s Sangam Tent Colony ready to meet surge in devotee arrivals ahead of Makar Sankranti

Colleen Hoover shares update on cancer treatment

Los Angeles, Jan 13 (UNI) Author Colleen Hoover, known for ‘It Ends With Us’, has provided an update on her health following her cancer diagnosis earlier this year.

#Colleen Hoover shares update on cancer treatment

PFRDA sets up expert panel to frame assured payout structure under NPS

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has constituted a high-level expert committee to design a regulatory framework for assured payouts under the National Pension System (NPS), a move aimed at strengthening retirement income security for subscribers, an official statement said on Tuesday.

#PFRDA sets up expert panel to frame assured payout structure under NPS

SC delivers split verdict on Section 17A of prevention of corruption Act

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.

#SC delivers split verdict on Section 17A of prevention of corruption Act

Anupam Kher teases ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’ with cast reunion

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Actor Anupam Kher has sent fans down memory lane with his latest social media post, stoking excitement for the sequel to his 2006 cult classic ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla’.

#Anupam Kher teases ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla 2’ with cast reunion

UP Warriorz head coach admits side outclassed as RCB cruised to nine-wicket win

Navi Mumbai, Jan 13 (UNI) UP Warriorz head coach Abhishek Nayar conceded that his side was comprehensively outplayed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru after suffering a nine-wicket defeat in their second match of the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 at the DY Patil Stadium.

#UP Warriorz head coach admits side outclassed as RCB cruised to nine-wicket win

Suniel Shetty to host entrepreneurial reality show ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’

New Delhi, Jan 13 (UNI) Actor Suniel Shetty is all set to host the upcoming entrepreneurial reality series ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders.’
The trailer for the show was unveiled offering a glimpse into the journey of India’s next generation of entrepreneurs.

#Suniel Shetty to host entrepreneurial reality show ‘Bharat Ke Super Founders’

BJP will win 2027 in UP under the leadership of Modi & Yogi: Pankaj Choudhury

Ayodhya, Jan 12 ( UNI) Uttar Pradesh BJP president Pankaj Chaudhary on Monday launched the party''s 2027 assembly election campaign from Ayodhya, the city of Lord Ram.

#BJP will win 2027 in UP under the leadership of Modi & Yogi: Pankaj Choudhury

UP Govt's Mahakumbh-25 integrated command and control center becomes an example

Lucknow, Jan 12( UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath''s divine-grand Mahakumbh-25 event received appreciation not only in the country but worldwide, where over 66 crore devotees took dip of faith in 45 days. UP Police also received praise in the country and abroad for making this event safe.

#UP Govt's Mahakumbh-25 integrated command and control center becomes an example

Nitish directs Police to work with honesty to uphold Rule of Law in Bihar

Patna, Jan 12 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar today directed police officers to work with honesty, full alertness and strictness to ensure effective crime control and maintain the rule of law in the state.

#Nitish directs Police to work with honesty to uphold Rule of Law in Bihar

Meerut 1857 Yoddhas to Compete in UPKL Season 3

Noida, Jan 12 (UNI): Adroit Sports Ventures LLP announced the acquisition of a franchise in the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), with the newly inducted team named Meerut 1857 Yoddhas, set to compete in the league’s third season.

#Meerut 1857 Yoddhas to Compete in UPKL Season 3

Grace Harris blitz powers RC to win over UP Warriorz

Bengaluru, Jan 12 (UNI) Grace Harris'' blistering 85 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women (RCBW) to a dominant nine-wicket victory over UP Warriorz Women (UPW) in the fifth match of the Women''s Premier League 2026, helping RCBW reclaim the top spot on the points table.

#Grace Harris blitz powers RC to win over UP Warriorz

Over 45 lakh pilgrims arrive for Gangasagar mela, number to go up

Sagar Island (West Bengal), Jan 12 (UNI) Around 45 lakh pilgrims have arrived here in West Bengal''s South 24-Parganas district since January 1 to take a holy dip at the confluence of the Ganga and the Bay of Bengal on the occasion of Makar sankranti, state minister for power and housing Aroop Biswas said on Monday.

#Over 45 lakh pilgrims arrive for Gangasagar mela # number to go up

Atletico Madrid coach Simeone apologizes for Vinicius bust-up

Madrid, Jan 12 (UNI) Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone on Monday apologized to Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior for the touchline bust-up between the two sides in the Spanish .

#Atletico Madrid coach Simeone apologizes for Vinicius bust-up

Iran summons European envoys over support for protests

Cairo, Jan. 12 (UNI) Iran''s foreign ministry summoned the envoys of Britain, Germany, France and Italy on Monday after their governments expressed support for protests in the country, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported.
During the meeting, Iranian officials showed the envoys "video evidence of violent acts by rioters," saying the actions went beyond peaceful demonstrations. Tehran asked the diplomats to pass the footage to their foreign ministers and urged their governments to retract official statements backing the protests, Tasnim said.

#Iran summons European envoys over support for protests

UP Prometheans franchise launched, will gun for glory at the Shooting League of India

Noida, Jan 12(UNI): UP Prometheans franchise, a franchise that will compete at the upcoming Shooting League of India(SLI) was launched in a ceremony hosted at the Prometheus School Shooting Range in Noida on Monday.

#UP Prometheans franchise launched # will gun for glory at the Shooting League of India

Telangana launches drive to identify and support families in extreme poverty

Hyderabad, Jan 12 (UNI) Telangana Panchayati Raj and Rural Development Department has launched a focussed exercise to identify families living in extreme poverty across Telangana and provide them phased support, with Women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) playing a key role in the process.

#Telangana launches drive to identify and support families in extreme poverty

Manoj Jarange Patil announces support for Thackeray brothers in Mumbai

Mumbai, Jan 12 (UNI) With just two days remaining for the elections to 29 municipal corporations across Maharashtra, political activity has intensified sharply, with Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange Patil declaring his support for the Thackeray brothers in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections.

#Manoj Jarange Patil announces support for Thackeray brothers in Mumbai

Kerala got Rs 3.20 lakh crore from Modi Govt, only Rs 72,000 crore during UPA: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 12 (UNI) BJP State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday said Kerala received a massive ₹3.20 lakh crore from the Centre during the 2014–2024 period under the Narendra Modi-led NDA government, compared to only ₹72,000 crore during the ten years of the UPA regime, and alleged that despite this four-and-a-half-fold increase in Central assistance, the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government has failed to deliver development or financial stability to the State.

#Kerala got Rs 3.20 lakh crore from Modi Govt # only Rs 72 #000 crore during UPA: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Telangana to file civil suit in Supreme Court against AP over Polavaram–Nallamala Sagar

New Delhi/Hyderabad, Jan 12 (UNI) Escalating its legal battle over inter-State water rights, the Telangana government has decided to file a civil suit in the Supreme Court challenging Andhra Pradesh’s proposed diversion of flood waters under the contentious Polavaram–Nallamala Sagar link project.

#Telangana to file civil suit in Supreme Court against AP over Polavaram–Nallamala Sagar

Cong announces 100-day action programme in UP

Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh Congress on Monday announced an extensive 100-day action programme, signalling an aggressive political push ahead of the upcoming electoral cycle. The programme was unveiled at a press conference held at the Pradesh Congress Headquarters by Leader of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Legislature Party, Aradhana Mishra ''Mona'', who said the party was ready to take on the BJP government over issues of democracy, constitutional values and people''s rights.

#Cong announces 100-day action programme in UP

Netherlands unveil ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Amsterdam, Jan 12 (UNI) Netherlands have banked on experienced campaigners in their 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men''s T20 World Cup 2026.

#Netherlands unveil ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 squad

Sameer Minhas seeking U19 World Cup glory with Pakistan

Harare, Jan 12 (UNI) Pakistan opening batter Sameer Minhas is fully focussed on helping his team achieve ICC Men''s Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026 glory as he hopes to replicate his recent form in the tournament. "Our simple plan is to win the World Cup.

#Sameer Minhas seeking U19 World Cup glory with Pakistan

AAP alleges BJP’s Yamuna clean-up temporary, points to post-chhath pollution surge

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The Aam Aadmi Party on Monday accused the BJP-led government in Delhi of conducting a short-term, optics-driven clean-up of the Yamuna river during Chhath Puja, claiming that pollution levels surged again once the festival period ended.

#AAP alleges BJP’s Yamuna clean-up temporary # points to post-chhath pollution surge

Technology must be guided by compassion for inclusive development: UP CM Yogi

Lucknow, Jan 12 ( UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasised on Monday that development becomes truly inclusive and the future secure when technology is guided by compassion, policy is driven by innovation, and governance rests on trust.

#Technology must be guided by compassion for inclusive development: UP CM Yogi

CPI inflation surge will strengthen liquidity support: SBI

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) India’s inflation trajectory continued to surprise on the downside in December 2025, reinforcing expectations of sustained policy support for growth and liquidity, even as global geopolitical and financial uncertainties pose fresh risks to commodity prices and capital flows in 2026, according to SBI report released here on Monday.

#CPI inflation surge will strengthen liquidity support: SBI

Rekha Gupta inaugurates Swami Vivekananda auditorium at Kirori Mal College

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday inaugurated the ‘Swami Vivekananda Auditorium’ at Kirori Mal College to mark National Youth Day.

#Rekha Gupta inaugurates Swami Vivekananda auditorium at Kirori Mal College

Cold wave grips Delhi, schools up to class 8 to remain shut till Jan 15

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The Delhi government has decided to extend winter holidays until January 15 as severe cold accompanied by wind has gripped the national Capital. The winter holidays began on January 1. Keeping in mind the safety of students, classes beginning from nursery to 8 will remain shut as per orders of the Directorate of Education (DoE).

#Cold wave grips Delhi # schools up to class 8 to remain shut till Jan 15

Hockey India signs MoU with Telangana to host women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers in Hyd

Hyderabad, Jan 12(UNI): Hockey India on Monday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana to host the Women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers, scheduled to be held in Hyderabad from 8 to 14 March 2026.

#Hockey India signs MoU with Telangana to host women’s 2026 FIH Hockey World Cup Qualifiers in Hyd

Free health check-up camp organised at on Swami Vivekananda Jayanti in Ranchi

Ranchi, Jan 12, (UNI) On the occasion of the 163rd birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda (National Youth Day), a programme was organised by Ramakrishna Mission at the premises of Vivekananda Sarovar (Bada Talab), on Jan 12. On this occasion, the Administrator of Ranchi Municipal Corporation, Sushant Gaurav, paid floral tribute to the statue of Swami Vivekananda, and extended greetings to the citizens on National Youth Day.

#Free health check-up camp organised at on Swami Vivekananda Jayanti in Ranchi

MP CM addresses start up summit

Bhopal, Jan 12 (UNI) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav today stated that Indians have possessed a deep understanding of trade and business since ancient times, as enterprise, entrepreneurship, innovation and commerce are integral to Indian values and ethos.

#MP CM addresses start up summit

Not pressing for share in power with AIADMK in TN, PM Modi might visit Thiruparankundram temple: BJP

Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) Denying that the BJP has been pressing for a share in power with three cabinet berths from the AIADMK, which is heading the NDA in Tamil Nadu, in the event of the alliance winning the assembly election, party State Unit President Nainar Nagenthran on Monday made it clear that the party’s sole agenda was to remove the ruling DMK from power.

#Not pressing for share in power with AIADMK in TN # PM Modi might visit Thiruparankundram temple: BJP

Supreme Court collegium recommends Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of Calcutta HC

Kolkata, Jan 12 (UNI) Justice Sujoy Paul has been recommended as the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court by the Supreme Court Collegium on Monday.

#Supreme Court collegium recommends Justice Sujoy Paul as Chief Justice of Calcutta HC

UP: BJYM Mandal gen secy killed in road accident

Unnao/Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) A tragic road accident today claimed the life of a BJP Yuva Morcha (BJYM) mandal general secretary who was on his way to attend a programme of BJP state president Pankaj Chaudhary in Lucknow.

#UP: BJYM Mandal gen secy killed in road accident

Ladakh, Kargil Are soul of India: Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta

Pune, Jan 12 ( UNI) Stating that Ladakh and Kargil are not merely India’s border regions but the very soul of the nation, Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta asserted here on Monday that the bond between Ladakh, Kargil and the rest of India is inseparable and eternal.

#Ladakh # Kargil Are soul of India: Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta

CRISIL sees gradual inflation pickup as food base effect fades

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) CRISIL said India’s December inflation data point to the beginning of a gradual rise in price pressures, even as headline inflation remains well below the Reserve Bank of India’s target band.

#CRISIL sees gradual inflation pickup as food base effect fades

UP: Five of Lucknow arrested while crossing Nepal border

Bahraich, Jan 12 (UNI) In a major crackdown on crime along the India-Nepal border in Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh, a joint team of Bahraich Police and the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) has arrested five people, who were allegedly going to Nepal.

#UP: Five of Lucknow arrested while crossing Nepal border

India-Germany trade hits record $50 billion, leaders push investment, supply chains

Gandhinagar, Jan 12 (UNI) India and Germany said on Tuesday that bilateral trade in goods and services “surpassed $50 billion” in 2024, accounting for “over 25%” of India’s total trade with the European Union, as the two countries sought to deepen cooperation across technology, clean energy and global supply chains.

#India-Germany trade hits record $50 billion # leaders push investment # supply chains

1995 batch IAS officers in UP promoted : Sanjay Prasad made ACS

Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government has carried out a major administrative reshuffle, promoting five senior IAS officers of 1995 batch to Additional Chief Secretary (ACS) rank.

#1995 batch IAS officers in UP promoted : Sanjay Prasad made ACS

Hyderabad man loses Rs 27 Lakh in online trading fraud via fake app, WhatsApp group

Hyderabad, Jan 12 (UNI) A 38-year-old resident of Asifnagar in Hyderabad fell victim to an online trading fraud and lost Rs 27.05 lakh after being lured through a fake mobile application and a WhatsApp investment group.

#Hyderabad man loses Rs 27 Lakh in online trading fraud via fake app # WhatsApp group

TVS Supply Chain Solutions wins Daimler Contract for end-to-end in-plant warehouse management

Chennai, Jan 12 (UNI) TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS) Limited, a leading global supply chain solutions provider,
today announced that they have secured a three-year contract from Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) to manage
their in-plant warehouse operations at its manufacturing facility in Chennai.

#TVS Supply Chain Solutions wins Daimler Contract for end-to-end in-plant warehouse management

Himachal apple growers supplying over 100 boxes must submit land records

Shimla, Jan 12 (UNI) Apple growers producing more than 100 boxes of apples in Himachal Pradesh will be required to submit land ownership details while claiming payments under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), according to the Managing Director of the HPMC.

#Himachal apple growers supplying over 100 boxes must submit land records

Supreme Court petition filed to lift stay on 'Jana Nayagan' release

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) The makers of the Tamil film ''Jana Nayagan'', starring actor Vijay, have approached the Supreme Court challenging an interim order of the Madras High Court, which has put the film''s release on hold.

#Supreme Court petition filed to lift stay on 'Jana Nayagan' release

Rizvi anchors UP to 310 despite Sakariya-led Saurashtra attack

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.

#Rizvi anchors UP to 310 despite Sakariya-led Saurashtra attack

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Three killed, two injured in pick-up van-car collision in Kozhikode

Kozhikode, Jan 12 (UNI) Three persons were killed and two injured after a car collided with a pick-up van at Pathimangalam near Kunnamangalam in Kozhikode at around 3 am on Monday.

#Three killed # two injured in pick-up van-car collision in Kozhikode

Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath to perform Gupt Navratri at Magh Mela in Prayag

Varanasi, Jan 12 (UNI) This year''s Magh Mela in Prayagraj, the sacred land of spirituality and penance, is going to be imbued with a unique spiritual aura. Jagadguru Shankaracharya Swami Shri Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati Ji Maharaj of Jyotishpeeth will formally enter the Magh Mela area on Tuesday. With his arrival, a series of special religious rituals will begin at his camp located on the banks of the Sangam.

#Shankaracharya of Jyotirmath to perform Gupt Navratri at Magh Mela in Prayag

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TPCC Chief says Congress victory is certain in upcoming urban body elections in the state

Nizamabad, Jan 12 (UNI) Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Mahesh Kumar Goud on Monday exuded confidence that the Congress would dominate the upcoming municipal elections, including the Nizamabad Municipal Corporation, riding on recent successes and the government’s welfare-driven governance.

#TPCC Chief says Congress victory is certain in upcoming urban body elections in the state

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Cold wave to intensify again in UP, dense fog and cold wave alert issued

Lucknow, Jan 12 (UNI) After a few days of bright sunshine, winter is set to return to Uttar Pradesh.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of dense to very dense fog in several parts of the state. Severe cold wave conditions are possible at one or two places in western Uttar Pradesh.

#Cold wave to intensify again in UP # dense fog and cold wave alert issued

43 authors of PM YUVA 3.0 to get access to resource support under ONOS

New Delhi, Jan 12 (UNI) Braving Delhi''s winter chills and cold wave conditions, book lovers thronged the halls at Bharat Mandapam for the second day of the New Delhi World Book Fair.

#43 authors of PM YUVA 3.0 to get access to resource support under ONOS

Arki MLA condoles loss of life in fire accident, assures support in relief and rehabilitation

Shimla, Jan 12 (UNI) Member of Assembly from Arki, Sanjay Awasthi, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of a child in the devastating fire incident that occurred in Arki market of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh on Sunday night.

#Arki MLA condoles loss of life in fire accident # assures support in relief and rehabilitation

Martinelli hat-trick sends Arsenal through as United exit FA Cup

London, Jan 12 (UNI) Premier League leader Arsenal overcame conceding an early goal to reach the fourth round of the FA Cup with a 4-1 win away to Championship side Portsmouth.
Gabriel Martinelli scored a hat-trick for Arsenal, who showed how effective they are from set pieces after Colby Bishop rewarded Portsmouth''s bright start with a third-minute opener.

#Martinelli hat-trick sends Arsenal through as United exit FA Cup

AP: Websol to invest Rs 3,538 Cr. in 8 GW solar manufacturing complex at Naidupeta in Tirupati

Vijayawada, Jan 12 (UNI) The Government of Andhra Pradesh has approved a landmark greenfield investment by Websol Renewable Private Limited for setting up a fully integrated 8 GW solar manufacturing facility (4 GW Solar Cells /4 GW Solar Modules) at MPSEZ–Naidupeta in Tirupati district, with a total investment of Rs 3,538 crore and direct employment for nearly 2,000 people.

#AP: Websol to invest Rs 3 #538 Cr. in 8 GW solar manufacturing complex at Naidupeta in Tirupati

Honour killing in Etah: Young couple brutally murdered by girl’s family

Etah, Jan 12 (UNI) In a shocking case of honour killing, a 19-year-old woman and her 24-year-old husband were brutally murdered by the woman’s family in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh.

#Honour killing in Etah: Young couple brutally murdered by girl’s family

Raphinha double seals Barcelona Super Cup win over Real

Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Jan 12 (UNI) Raphinha was FC Barcelona''s hero as his side retained the Spanish Super Cup with a 3-2 win over Real Madrid in the Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah on Sunday night.

#Raphinha double seals Barcelona Super Cup win over Real

Timothée Chalamet wins first Golden Globe for ‘Marty Supreme’

Los Angeles, Jan 12 (UNI) ‘Marty Supreme’ added another accolade to its growing list of achievements on Sunday night as Timothée Chalamet won his first-ever Golden Globe Award.

#Timothée Chalamet wins first Golden Globe for ‘Marty Supreme’