ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission fails during third stage, 16 satellites lost
ISRO’s PSLV-C62 mission, carrying 16 satellites including a foreign Earth Observation satellite, failed during the third stage. The rocket deviated from its flight path, resulting in the loss of all satellites. Chairman V Narayanan said a detailed analysis is underway
12 January,2026 04:56 PM IST | Andhra Pradesh | mid-day online correspondentPune, Pimpri-Chinchwad voters unmoved by 'hypothetical' promises
From long-pending infrastructure issues to a surge in “free service” announcements, voters across the cities are questioning the credibility, intent, and financial feasibility of the pledges being made in the last leg of campaigning
12 January,2026 03:43 PM IST | Pune | Archana DahiwalMahatma Gandhi’s legacy unites India and Germany, says Chancellor Merz
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings are more needed today than ever during his visit to Sabarmati Ashram with PM Modi. After the inauguration, both the leaders took a ride on the ground in an open vehicle and also tried their hands at flying kites
12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTIPM Modi praises India-Germany cooperation in defence, trade and renewable energy
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India-Germany cooperation in defence and security reflects mutual trust, announcing new initiatives to deepen strategic ties. He mentioned that India and Germany share common priorities in the renewable energy sector
12 January,2026 02:59 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANSAir India flight diverted to Jaipur due to medical emergency
An Air India flight from Delhi to Vijayawada was diverted to Jaipur on Monday after an elderly passenger fell ill onboard. The source said an elderly passenger became unwell onboard the flight AI2517 following which the flight was diverted to Jaipur where the passenger was deboarded and taken to hospital
12 January,2026 02:12 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI‘Try cutting my legs’: Annamalai challenges Raj Thackeray after jibe
Raj Thackeray had taken a sharp jibe at the BJP leader whom he mockingly referred to as 'rasmalai' and asked whether Annamalai has any standing to speak on Mumbai's issue, after the latter allegedly suggested that Mumbai is an "international city"
12 January,2026 02:10 PM IST | Chennai | mid-day online correspondentQuintessential Sherni: Congress leaders hail Priyanka Gandhi on her birthday
Congress leaders across the country extended birthday greetings to Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, praising her courage, compassion and commitment to people’s issues. Congress general secretary in-charge organisation K C Venugopal said, "Wishing the dynamic and charismatic leader, AICC GS & Wayanad MP Smt
12 January,2026 01:29 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIActor-politician Vijay appears before CBI over Karur rally stampede
TVK chief and actor Vijay appeared before the CBI for questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case that claimed 41 lives during a rally last year. The Tamil superstar reached the CBI headquarters here and was taken to the team investigating the stampede, which occurred during a rally he addressed on September 27 last year in Karur, TN
12 January,2026 12:47 PM IST | New Delhi | PTIPM Modi, German Chancellor Merz review India-Germany ties in Gandhinagar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held delegation-level talks in Gandhinagar, focusing on boosting cooperation across key sectors as the India-Germany partnership marks 25 years. Chancellor Merz arrived in India early on Monday on a visit aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations between India and Germany
12 January,2026 12:37 PM IST | Gandhinagar | IANSISRO to launch PSLV-C62 today, India’s first space mission of 2026
Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium Director, BR Guruprasad, said on Sunday, “On January 12, 2026, India will conduct its first launch of the year. The PSLV is one of the most reliable launch vehicles globally and has successfully deployed spacecraft such as Chandrayaan-1, Mangalyaan, Aditya-L1, and more”
12 January,2026 12:26 PM IST | Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) | mid-day online correspondentIN PHOTOS: PSLV-C62 lifts off in ISRO’s first major launch of 2026
12 January,2026 04:54 PM ISTPM Modi, Merz share festive moments at Gujarat’s International Kite Festival
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz participated in the International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad, celebrating Uttarayan and India-Germany ties. The festival attracts participants and visitors from across India and around the world
12 January,2026 11:34 AM IST | Ahmedabad | IANSSevere cold wave grips UP, devotees brave freezing Sangam waters at Magh Mela
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a maximum temperature of around 20 degrees Celsius in the city, with the minimum expected to fall to 7 degrees Celsius as the cold wave intensifies
12 January,2026 11:30 AM IST | Agra | mid-day online correspondentSuspected Pakistan drones spotted along LoC and IB in Jammu and Kashmir
According to officials, security forces have launched a search operation on the ground after noticing the movement of suspected drones in the forward areas
12 January,2026 10:02 AM IST | Jammu | mid-day online correspondentCanada: CCTV captures Indian student being shot near Toronto university campus
A 20-year-old Indian doctoral student was shot dead near the University of Toronto Scarborough campus, triggering a homicide investigation and renewed safety concerns among international students. Police say the suspect fled before officers arrived and no description has been released so far. The incident comes just weeks after another Indian-origin murder in Toronto, raising alarm within the community as authorities continue to investigate both cases.