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Congress' Shama Mohammad slams Kerala govt over Sabarimala gold theft row
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 11:49:42 PM IST
Congress leader Shama Mohammad on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the CPI(M)-led Kerala government over the Sabarimala gold theft controversy, alleging corruption and praising the High Court for intervening in the matter. ... read..


DMK increasingly turned into safe haven for every unlawful element: Annamalai
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 14, 2026 11:49:38 PM IST
BJP Tamil Nadu leader K Annamalai has slammed the DMK government over the rising violence in Tamil Nadu, alleging that the state has become a haven for unlawful elements under the party's rule. ... read..


Karnataka govt denies prioritising Rahul Gandhi, says "Chancellor had his own pre-scheduled program"
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 11:20:06 PM IST
Karnataka Minister MB Patil on Wednesday dismissed BJP allegations that the state government prioritised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi over German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit, saying the Chancellor had a pre-scheduled programme and there was no meeti ... read..


Cold wave fallout: Delhi HC mobilises civic bodies, hospitals for immediate shelter for homeless
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 11:19:59 PM IST
Taking suo motu cognisance of the plight of homeless persons and hospital attendants exposed to freezing conditions, the Delhi High Court on Wednesday passed far-reaching interim directions requiring immediate, coordinated action by civic agencies, hospit ... read..


"Let's create an inclusive world": Sadhguru's Makar Sankranti wish
Chikkaballapur (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 11:19:55 PM IST
Spiritual leader and Isha Foundation founder Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev on Wednesday shared a special message on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. He explained that the festival is a time to honour everything that supports agriculture and human life on Earth. ... read..


Sudhanshu Trivedi welcomes Calcutta HC's decision disposing of TMC's plea in I-PAC raid matter, says "Constitution in danger" under INDIA bloc
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 11:19:53 PM IST
BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi on Wednesday welcomed the Calcutta High Court's decision to dispose of the TMC's plea seeking protection of the "political data" in connection with the recent ED raids on the Indian Political Action Committee's (I-PAC) premises an ... read..


Delhi government has innovative policy to encourage startups: Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 11:19:48 PM IST
Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary on Wednesday said that the Delhi government has an innovative policy to encourage startups and such a policy will help empower the entire country. ... read..


Uttarakhand tops NITI Aayog export preparedness Index among small states
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 11:19:42 PM IST
Uttarakhand has secured the first position in the category of Small States, North Eastern States & Union Territories in NITI Aayog's Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2024, earning nationwide recognition for its strong export performance. ... read..


MP CM Yadav to attend 'Regional AI Impact Conference-2026' in Bhopal tomorrow
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 11:19:40 PM IST
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav is scheduled to participate in the 'Madhya Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026' to be held in Bhopal on Thursday, January 15. ... read..


"Army undergoing structural, doctrinal reforms guided by jointness, atma nirbharta, innovation": COAS Gen Upendra Dwivedi on eve of Army Day
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 11:19:38 PM IST
Chief of Army Staff, General Upendra Dwivedi, on Wednesday said that the Indian Army is undergoing "structural and doctrinal reforms", guided by jointness, 'atma nirbharta' (self-reliance) and innovation. ... read..


MP CM Yadav performs bhoomi pujan for water supply project worth over Rs 800 crore in Indore
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 10:50:12 PM IST
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday laid the foundation stones for a long-awaited drinking water supply project worth over Rs 800 crore in Indore district. ... read..


"Congress anti-Sanatan from very beginning": Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami
Khatima (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 10:50:07 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for several development projects in Khatima, including the Maharana Pratap Bus Station. ... read..


"Indian Army fully capable, trust deficit lies with BJP: AAP's Priyanka Kakkar
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 10:50:04 PM IST
Reacting to the recent sightings of suspected Pakistani drones along the Line of Control (LoC) in Rajouri, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Priyanka Kakkar on Wednesday expressed confidence in the Indian Army's capabilities. ... read..


Rajasthan: Massive fire breaks out at plywood furniture godown in Dausa
Dausa (Rajasthan) | January 14, 2026 10:50:02 PM IST
A massive fire broke out at a plywood furniture godown in Rajasthan's Dausa on Wednesday, triggering panic in the local area. ... read..


"Lived a day as a delivery partner and saw the pressure firsthand...": Raghav Chadha
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 10:50:00 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha on Wednesday said he had spent a day as a delivery partner to understand firsthand the pressure and challenges associated with the job. ... read..


Asaduddin Owaisi appeals to EAM Jaishankar for evacuation of Indian students in Tehran
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 10:49:59 PM IST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to urgently intervene for the evacuation of an Indian student stranded in Tehran, Iran. ... read..


Madhya Pradesh: Two injured by Chinese Manjha in Indore, officials on high alert
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 10:49:55 PM IST
Two people were injured in separate incidents after coming into contact with kite strings in Indore. According to Additional DCP of Zone 4, Dishesh Agrawal, the incidents occurred on Wednesday. ... read..


Jal Shakti Minister Paatil inaugurates aquatic biodiversity conservation initiatives under Namami Gange Mission
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 10:49:50 PM IST
Union Minister for Jal Shakti, C. R. Paatil, reaffirmed the Government of India's commitment to protecting rivers not merely as channels of water, but as life-supporting ecosystems. Emphasising that the true indicator of river health lies in the thriving ... read..


Karnataka: Man dies after getting caught in Chinese 'manjha' in Bidar
Bidar (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 10:49:46 PM IST
A man died after allegedly getting caught in a Chinese 'manjha' (string) while riding a bike on a road in Bidar on the occasion of Makar Sankranti, police said. ... read..


MP CM Mohan Yadav reviews implementation of 'Sankalp se Samadhan' campaign
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 10:49:45 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav held a review meeting of Divisional Commissioners at Samatva Bhavan, the CM residence office, to assess the progress of the 'Sankalp se Samadhan' campaign on Wednesday and directed officials to ensure that every e ... read..


Turkman Gate Stone Pelting Case: Delhi Court rejects bail pleas of five accused noting seriousness of allegations
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 9:49:49 PM IST
Tis Hazari Court on Wednesday rejected the bail pleas of five accused persons arrested in the Turkman Gate stone pelting case. ... read..


FORDA urges Centre to withdraw decision to reduce cut-off scores for NEET PG 2025
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 9:49:47 PM IST
The Federation of Resident Doctors' Associations (FORDA) on Wednesday urged the Union Health Minister JP Nadda to withdraw the National Board of Examinations' (NBE) decision to "drastically slash" the cut-off scores for NEET PG 2025. ... read..


Maharashtra Civic Polls: High-stakes battle for Mumbai, Pune and 27 other corporations
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 9:49:45 PM IST
Twenty-nine municipal corporations across Maharashtra will go to the polls on Thursday as a high-voltage campaign comes to an end on Tuesday, setting the stage for a decisive political contest in key urban centres including Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur, N ... read..


ITV Foundation expands 'Namo Shakti Rath' breast cancer screening drive in Varanasi
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 9:49:44 PM IST
The ITV Foundation on Wednesday expanded its flagship women-centric health initiative, 'Namo Shakti Rath', in Varanasi, marking a significant step towards strengthening preventive healthcare for women through early detection of breast cancer. ... read..


India's traditional breeds of cattle are invaluable asset: Union Agriculture Minister
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 9:49:42 PM IST
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that India's diverse traditional breeds of cows, buffaloes, goats, and sheep are an invaluable asset, and preserving and registering them is extremely important. ... read..


Himachal Pradesh to form 'State Nutrition Policy', says CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 9:49:35 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while chairing a review meeting of the Department of Health Safety and Regulation, stated that the government would formulate a State Nutrition Policy to ensure the availability of balanced and nutri ... read..


TVK celebrates Samathuva Pongal in Salem; Vijay's next public meet likely in district after festival
Salem (Tamil Nadu) | January 14, 2026 9:19:41 PM IST
Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) celebrated Samathuva Pongal in Thailanur, Salem district, with a strong message of social equality and unity, as the party indicated that its chief and actor Vijay's next major public outreach programme is likely to be held ... read..


Thackeray brothers play 'Marathi' card, Fadnavis talks development as 29 Municipal bodies go to polls in Maharashtra on Thursday
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 9:19:39 PM IST
Maharashtra is set for massive civic polls across 29 municipal corporations, including the prestigious Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), with stakes high for the Thackeray brothers as also BJP-Shiv Sena after the ruling Mahayuti alliance's stupend ... read..


'58 lakh names removed, many more in queue': BJP's Agnimitra Paul
Purba Bardhaman (West Bengal) | January 14, 2026 9:19:37 PM IST
BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul on Wednesday claimed that more names will be removed from voter lists in West Bengal, asserting that the names of Rohingya and Bangladeshi infiltrators will not be spared. ... read..


"RJD will merge with JJD": Tej Pratap Yadav
Patna (Bihar) | January 14, 2026 9:19:34 PM IST
Jan Shakti Janata Dal (JJD) leader Tej Pratap Yadav on Wednesday announced that the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) will merge with the JJD. ... read..


Congress Screening Committee to meet in Chennai on Jan 18: sources
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 9:19:28 PM IST
The first meeting of the Congress Screening Committee is scheduled to be held in Chennai on January 18. Congress leaders from Tamil Nadu and Puducherry, including Girish Singh, the party in charge, along with other members of the Screening Committee, will ... read..


UP: Stepmother, father arrested for allegedly beating young girl to death, says ACP Priyashree Pal
Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 8:49:40 PM IST
Uttar Pradesh Police arrested the stepmother and father for allegedly beating a young girl to death, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Priyashree Pal said on Wednesday. ... read..


Cash Burnt Case: Justice Varma files response before parliamentary panel, denies any role
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:49:37 PM IST
Justice Yashwant Varma has submitted his response before the parliamentary committee probing the alleged recovery of unaccounted cash from his official residence, categorically denying any involvement in the incident. ... read..


"Withdraw drastic reduction in NEET-PG 2025 cut-off percentile": FAIMA to Health Minister, warns nationwide protests
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:49:30 PM IST
Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has written to Union Health Minister JP Nadda expressing grave concern over "drastically reduced" NEET-PG 2025 cut-off percentile, allowing candidates with 'negative' scores to become "eligible" for post ... read..


CAQM conducts inspection of road stretches maintained by Municipal Corporation of Faridabad
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:20:07 PM IST
The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) conducted an inspection drive in Faridabad, Haryana, on Tuesday, to assess road dust mitigation measures and the upkeep of road stretches maintained by the Municipal Corporation o ... read..


Uttarakhand: Centenary celebrations of Gayatri Pariwar from Jan 18; top leaders to attend
Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 8:20:04 PM IST
Pro Vice-Chancellor of Dev Sanskriti Vishwavidyalaya, in Uttarakhand, Dr Chinmay Pandya, on Wednesday outlined the schedule and scale of the centenary celebrations of the Gayatri Pariwar, beginning January 18, and said several senior leaders and dignitari ... read..


MP: Two injured by kite string in Indore on Makar Sankranti, despite police awareness drive
Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 8:20:02 PM IST
Two people were injured after coming into contact with kite strings on the occasion of Makar Sankranti in Indore on Wednesday, an official said. ... read..


Police Constable Recruitment Exam-2023 paper leak: ED names mastermind Rajiv Nayan Mishra among 18 in fresh chargesheet
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:20:00 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday filed a Supplementary Prosecution Complaint (SPC) against the 18 accused persons, along with the main accused and mastermind Rajiv Nayan Mishra, in the Uttar Pradesh Police Constable Recruitment Exam-2023 pape ... read..


President Droupadi Murmu to begin two-day visit to Punjab and Rajasthan tomorrow
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:19:58 PM IST
President Droupadi Murmu will visit Punjab and Rajasthan from January 15 to 16, 2026, to attend various events. The President will be the Chief Guest at the 50th Golden Jubilee Convocation of Guru Nanak Dev University at Amritsar. On the 16th of this mont ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami offers prayers at Shakti Mata Temple, Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 8:19:53 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami offered his prayers at the Shri Shakti Mata Temple and Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Uttarkashi on Wednesday, seeking peace, prosperity, and well-being for the state and its people. ... read..


India, Japan Coast Guards hold 22nd High-Level Meeting in New Delhi
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 8:19:51 PM IST
India and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening maritime cooperation on Wednesday during the 22nd High-Level Meeting (HLM) of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) in New Delhi. ... read..


'Vyavastha Parivartan' driving historic tourism transformation in Himachal: CM Sukhu
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 8:19:50 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday stated that the state is experiencing a historic boost in tourism under the Congress government's Vyavastha Parivartan vision, focusing on conservation, livelihoods, and economic g ... read..


Uttarayani Kautik marks 25 years in Lucknow as Uttarakhand completes 25 years: CM Dhami
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 8:19:46 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday said that the completion of 25 years of Uttarayani Kauthig in Lucknow coincides with 25 years of the formation of Uttarakhand. Extending greetings on Makar Sankranti, he said various stalls showc ... read..


Air Force Station Pune hosts 10th Defence Forces Veterans Day with Tri-Service Tribute to Ex-Servicemen and War Heroes
Pune (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 8:19:44 PM IST
Air Force Station Pune hosted the 10th edition of Defence Forces Veterans Day on January 14 to honour the legacy of Late Field Marshal KM Cariappa, India's first Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army, who retired on this day in 1953. The event brought tog ... read..


Humanoid robots on China border not a concern; man behind the machine matters, says Lt Gen Sukriti Singh Dahiya
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 8:19:42 PM IST
Lieutenant General Sukriti Singh Dahiya, Chief of Staff of the Army Training Command (ARTRAC), on Wednesday dismissed concerns over China's reported deployment of humanoid robots along its borders, saying the machines do not pose a significant challenge t ... read..


Shimla: Indian Army Training Command holds 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day event
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 7:50:03 PM IST
The Headquarters Army Training Command (ARTRAC) organised the 10th Armed Forces Veterans' Day interaction in Shimla on 14 January 2026 for veterans from Shimla District. ... read..


Delhi HC issues fresh directions on shelter crisis outside hospitals, orders impleadment of multiple authorities
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 10:50:14 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued a series of fresh directions in the suo motu PIL concerning the acute shortage of night shelters for patients and attendants outside major hospitals in the capital, permitting impleadment of several additional auth ... read..


Kerala Cabinet approves land allotment for memorials of KM Mani and Kodiyeri Balakrishnan
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | January 14, 2026 7:49:56 PM IST
The Kerala Cabinet on Wednesday approved the allotment of land for the construction of memorials in the name of late Kerala Congress leader KM Mani and senior CPI(M) leader Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, according to the Chief Minister's office. ... read..


"Using water as a weapon is against humanity": Mehbooba Mufti slams CM Abdullah for supporting Indus Waters Treaty suspension
Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | January 14, 2026 7:49:48 PM IST
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Wednesday criticised Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah's support of the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, saying that using water as a weapon is against humanity. ... read..


Joint session of Karnataka Legislature on January 22; special discussion on VB-G RAM G Bill: Minister HK Patil
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 7:49:44 PM IST
Karnataka Minister HK Patil on Tuesday said the state government has decided to convene a joint session of the Legislature on January 22, during which the Governor will be invited to address the House. ... read..


Today's youth is no longer just a 'job seeker', but a 'job creator': Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 7:49:40 PM IST
Union Minister of State for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Jayant Chaudhary, and the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, on Wednesday, inaugurated the 'Campus to Market - Delhi Startup Yuva Festival 2026' at the Dr Ambedkar International Centre ... read..


Rahul Gandhi to visit Kerala on January 19: State Congress chief Sunny Joseph
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | January 14, 2026 7:49:39 PM IST
Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) President Sunny Joseph on Wednesday said that senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will visit Kerala on January 19, during which the party will hold a major programme in Kochi to mark its performance in the recent l ... read..


Central govt to release more funds for Telangana's Gram Panchayats, says Union Minister Reddy
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 7:49:36 PM IST
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy on Wednesday announced that the Central Government has significantly increased funding for Telangana's local bodies. Compared with previous years, the budget for these rural offices has increased by 80 per cent to ?9,050 cro ... read..


4.5 crore voters missing from UP rolls: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 6:49:25 PM IST
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjay Singh on Wednesday alleged that around 4.5 crore voters have been removed from the electoral rolls in Uttar Pradesh, raising serious questions over the revision process. ... read..


Kolkata: Massive fire breaks out on Ganguly Street, 3 shops damaged
Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 14, 2026 6:49:21 PM IST
A massive fire broke out on Ganguly Street in Kolkata on Wednesday and continued for two hours, ultimately doused by fire tenders deployed at the scene. Three shops and adjoining areas were swept up in the fire. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugrates 3-day Winter Tourism Conclave in Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 6:49:16 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated a three-day Winter Tourism Conclave as a significant initiative to promote the winter Char Dham Yatra and boost tourism activities, while connecting local communities with year-round employment op ... read..


"Jealous of Congress winning Valmiki, ST seats": DK Shivakumar hits back after BJP announces protest over law and order in Karnataka
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 6:49:12 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday hit back at the BJP after the opposition party in the state announced a protest against the "deterioration of law and order", stating that they are "jealous" of the Congress winning the Valmiki an ... read..


Karnataka LoP R Ashok condemns Shidlaghatta incident, slams Congress
Bangalore (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 6:49:11 PM IST
Karnataka Assembly Leader of Opposition R Ashok on Wednesday condemned the Shidlaghatta incident, claiming that the Congress leader Rajeev Gowda has allegedly threatened the Municipal Commissioner Amruta Gowda with beating her with a slipper and setting h ... read..


Jharkhand: Blast in Hazaribagh claim lives of 3, probe underway
Hazaribagh (Jharkhand) | January 14, 2026 6:49:08 PM IST
An explosion in Hazaribagh on Wednesday claimed the lives of three people, including a husband and wife and another woman, as per officials. ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami inaugurates Magh Mela in Uttarkashi; highlights role in boosting tourism, heritage
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 6:19:57 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday attended the inauguration ceremony of the Magh Mela being held at Ramlila Ground in Uttarkashi, highlighting the significance of this spiritual fair. ... read..


"Matter adjourned until Special Leave Petition disposed of by SC": Kalyan Banerjee after hearing on I-PAC raid pleas in Calcutta HC
Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 14, 2026 6:19:53 PM IST
TMC MP and Senior Advocate Kalyan Banerjee on Wednesday said that the Calcutta High Court has adjourned the matter in connection with the petitions filed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and TMC after recent raids on the premises of I-PAC, until the Sp ... read..


"May grace of Lord be ever upon the people of country": Amit Shah offers prayers at Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | January 14, 2026 6:19:49 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday offered prayers at the Shri Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad on the occasion of 'Uttarayan' festival. ... read..


"Will continue to stand with Ankita Bhandari's family with commitment": Uttarakhand CM
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 5:49:28 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday stated that the state government will continue to stand with Ankita Bhandari's family to ensure justice in the 2022 murder case. ... read..


Court convicts Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi, 2 associates in terror case
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 5:49:24 PM IST
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) court in New Delhi on Wednesday convicted Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi and two of her associates, Sofi Fehmida and Nahida Nasreen, in a terror case registered by the agency. Andrabi is the alleged chief of the ... read..


Tripura CM Manik Saha meets family of Angel Chakma, assures strict action against accused
Agartala (Tripura) | January 14, 2026 5:19:50 PM IST
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, on Wednesday, met with the family of Tripura student Angel Chakma, who was killed in Uttarakhand, at their residence and assured them of strict action against the accused individuals within the law. ... read..


Calcutta HC disposes of TMC's plea as ED says "nothing seized" from I-PAC premises
Kolkata (West Bengal) | January 14, 2026 5:19:47 PM IST
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday disposed of Trinamool Congress' (TMC) plea in connection with the recent raids on the Indian Political Action Committee's (I-PAC) premises and the residence of its Director, Pratik Jain, in Kolkata, after the Enforceme ... read..


Delhi HC declines to entertain PIL seeking inclusion of advocates' parents under welfare scheme
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 5:19:44 PM IST
The Delhi High Court declined to entertain a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking extension of benefits under the Chief Minister's Advocates Welfare Scheme to eligible lawyers' dependent parents, observing that a writ of mandamus cannot be issued to c ... read..


Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Commonwealth to discuss use of AI in Parliament functioning, impact of social media
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 5:19:42 PM IST
Parliament premises is geared up to host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC), which will be formally inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi tomorrow. ... read..


DGBR reviews road restoration, holds high-level talks with Trishakti Corps, Sikkim govt
Gangtok (Sikkim) | January 14, 2026 5:19:40 PM IST
Lieutenant General Harpal Singh, Director General, Border Roads (DGBR), visited Sikkim on Tuesday to review the status of road infrastructure restoration and resilience measures undertaken following the 2023 GLOF (Glacial Lake Outburst Flood). ... read..


Uttarakhand CM Dhami lays foundation stones for projects worth over ?33 crore in Khatima
Khatima (Uttarakhand) | January 14, 2026 5:19:38 PM IST
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, while participating in a programme held in Khatima on Wednesday, inaugurated and laid foundation stones for nine development projects worth ?33 crore 36 lakh 49 thousand, an official statement said. ... read..


People of Maharashtra will stand with Mahayuti alliance: CM Devendra Fadnavis on local body polls
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 5:19:25 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday expressed confidence that the ruling Mahayuti alliance will register a decisive victory in the ongoing local body elections across the state, asserting that voters have firmly aligned with the BJP- ... read..


Artists' religion should be art: CM Vijayan at 64th Kerala School Kalolsavam in Thrissur
Thrissur (Kerala) | January 14, 2026 5:19:24 PM IST
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that artists should not be seen through the prism of religion, and art is their religion. The Chief Minister was speaking after inaugurating the 64th Kerala School Kalolsavam at Thekkinkad Ground in Thrissur. ... read..


"Ex-servicemen are living pillars of national consciousness": Rajnath Singh
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 4:49:21 PM IST
Ex-servicemen rallies, wreath-laying ceremonies, grievance redressal counters and facilitation help desks were organised across the country on Tuesday to mark the 10th Defence Forces Veterans' Day. The main celebrations were held at the Manekshaw Centre i ... read..


MHA seeks IPS nominations for central deputation, flags gaps in states' responses
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 4:19:16 PM IST
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has asked states and Union Territories to ensure timely and adequate nomination of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers for Central deputation, stressing that insufficient sponsorship of officers is affecting postings in ... read..


Karnataka: Complaint filed against Congress spokesperson M Laxman for 'provocative' remarks
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 3:49:15 PM IST
A BJP delegation has filed a complaint against Congress Spokesperson M Laxman, accusing him of spreading false information and making provocative statements that allegedly incite public unrest and hatred. ... read..


"Veterans stood shoulder-to-shoulder with army during Operation Sindoor": COAS General Dwivedi
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 14, 2026 3:19:49 PM IST
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday said that veterans provided invaluable assistance during Operation Sindoor and played a leading role in serving the nation shoulder-to-shoulder with the Indian Army, adding that many of them ... read..


"Marathi is my language": CM Devendra Fadnavis slams attempts to create "Marathi vs Non-Marathi" divide ahead of civic polls
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 3:19:43 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis criticised Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) and Uddhav Thackeray for deliberately attempting to fuel the "Marathi vs Non-Marathi" narrative during the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, asserti ... read..


"Honored that PM came and celebrated with us": Union Minister L. Murugan on Pongal celebrations at his residence
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 3:19:39 PM IST
Union Minister L Murugan on Wednesday expressed his gratitude for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to his residence for the celebrations of the Pongal festival. ... read..


Lokpal dismisses disproportionate assets complaint against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 3:19:37 PM IST
In a detailed 134-page order dated January 13, 2026, the Lokpal of India has dismissed a complaint filed by activist Amitabh Thakur alleging acquisition of disproportionate assets by BJP MP Nishikant Dubey from Jharkhand's Godda. ... read..


MP CM hails PRAGATI portal, says "nation is one, all states equally important from country's perspective"
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 3:19:34 PM IST
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Wednesday underscored the spirit of national unity and cooperative federalism, asserting that political rivalry or differences of opinion between states should not overshadow the larger national interest. ... read..


"He wakes up a little late": JJD chief Tej Pratap Yadav on Tejashwi Yadav's presence in "dahi chuda" event
Patna (Bihar) | January 14, 2026 3:19:29 PM IST
Janshakti Janata Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav on Wednesday organised a "dahi chuda" event on occasion of Makar Sankranti which was attended by his father and RJD supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav, Bihar governor Arif Mohammed Khan and others. ... read..


ED attaches Rs 35.22 crore in money laundering case of Suumaya Group
By Rajnish Singh

New Delhi | January 14, 2026 3:19:27 PM IST
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday said it has attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 35.22 crore under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, in the case of Suumaya group and others. ... read..


"Never going to need the MVA or Uddhav": CM Devendra Fadnavis rules out future alliance
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 3:19:22 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday made it clear that the BJP-led Mahayuti will not seek any future political alignment with the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) or Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, asserting that his alliance is fully ... read..


PM Modi to inaugurate CSPOC on January 15 in Parliament House Complex
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 3:19:21 PM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) on January 15, 2026, at 10:30 AM in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan, Parliament House Complex, New Delhi. On this occasion, ... read..


"Rahul Gandhi is perfect textbook example and case study of separatism in Indian politics": BJP's Guru Prakash
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 3:19:19 PM IST
BJP National Spokesperson Guru Prakash on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, saying that "Rahul is a perfect textbook example and a case study of separatism in Indian politics". ... read..


"Mamata Banerjee is biggest coal smuggler...": BJP's Sanjay Jaiswal slams West Bengal CM
West Champaran (Bihar) | January 14, 2026 2:49:29 PM IST
BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, calling her the "biggest coal smuggler" while accusing misusing her official position. ... read..


"Hindutva is our 'Aatma', never flaunted it for votes": Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on BMC elections
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | January 14, 2026 2:49:27 PM IST
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday asserted that his party has never sought votes by "flaunting Hindutva," describing the ideology as its very "soul." ... read..


"BJP will protest in Bellary on 17th against law and order deterioration in the state": Karnataka BJP President
Chitradurga (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 2:49:24 PM IST
State BJP President BY Vijayendra on Wednesday announced a state-wide protest, led by BJP leaders Sriramulu and Janardhana Reddy and slammed Congress over their protest against the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgaar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM-G) Act ... read..


Delhi HC questions NGO's bona fides, flags repeated PILs on alleged encroachments
New Delhi | January 14, 2026 2:49:22 PM IST
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday strongly questioned the bona fides of an NGO while hearing a public interest litigation (PIL) alleging illegal construction of a mosque on government green land, observing that the petitioner appeared to be misusing the P ... read..


Unfortunate to blame IAS, IPS officers for inability to execute work: Himachal Minister Anirudh Singh on Vikramaditya Singh's remarks
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | January 14, 2026 2:49:19 PM IST
Himachal Pradesh Rural Development Minister Anirudh Singh, on Wednesday said that remarks made by Public Works Department (PWD) Minister Vikramaditya Singh against IAS and IPS officers in the state are "unfortunate", saying that blaming officials for admi ... read..


"Industrialisation in West Bengal has finished": Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar slams Mamata Banerjee
Hooghly (West Bengal) | January 14, 2026 2:19:31 PM IST
Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on Wednesday stressed that West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee is scared and has lost her hold on the state. ... read..


Amit Shah offers prayer at Jagannath temple, flies kite in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | January 14, 2026 2:19:21 PM IST
Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited the Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad along with his family and offered prayers on the occasion of Uttarayan. After the temple visit, Shah marked the harvest festival by participating in traditional kite flying. ... read..


"Minimum Rs10,000 will be paid to part-time teachers": Tamil Nadu Education Minister amid teachers' protest for equal pay
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | January 14, 2026 2:19:20 PM IST
The secondary-grade teachers' (SGTs) who have been on protest for 21 consecutive days across various locations in Chennai, entered a second round of talks with State Education Minister Anbil Poiyamozhi Mahesh on Wednesday at his residence on Greenways Roa ... read..


"Teju bhaiya ka bhoj superhit nahi hoga to kiska hoga": Tej Pratap Yadav reunites with estranged father Lalu Yadav in "dahi chuda" ceremony
Patna (Bihar) | January 14, 2026 2:19:12 PM IST
Rashtriya Janata Dal supremo Lalu Prasad Yadav on Wednesday reunited with his estranged son, Janshakti Janata Dal chief Tej Pratap Yadav, at the "Dahi Chuda" program at his residence in Patna. ... read..


"Ex-servicemen are playing crucial role in laying foundation of developed India": COAS General Dwivedi on 10th Veterans Day
Jaipur (Rajasthan) | January 14, 2026 2:19:10 PM IST
Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi on Wednesday extended his greetings on the occasion of the 10th Veterans Day and paid tribute to ex-servicemen and their families, highlighting their continued contribution to the nation. ... read..


'No CM change talks took place during Rahul meeting': DK Shivakumar
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 2:19:03 PM IST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and state Congress president DK Shivakumar on Wednesday clarified that there were no discussions regarding a change in the Chief Ministership during the visit of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi to the state. ... read..


Bengaluru police seizes 21.2 kg ganja, 2 people apprehended
Bengaluru (Karnataka) | January 14, 2026 1:49:59 PM IST
The Viveknagar Police has arrested two people for selling prohibited Narcotic Drug, Ganja. ... read..


"May soaring kites bring success to everyone": Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel extends wishes on Makar Sankranti
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | January 14, 2026 1:49:54 PM IST
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Wednesday extended greetings to citizens on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and celebrated Uttarayan by flying a colourful kite. ... read..


Gujarat: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurates the Gandhinagar Kite festival 2026
Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | January 14, 2026 1:49:52 PM IST
On the joyous and festive occasion of Uttarayan, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Kite Festival 2026, organized by the Sahay Foundation at Central Vista in Gandhinagar. ... read..


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