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Maharashtra: Interstate liquor smuggling racket busted in Kagal

Maharashtra: Interstate liquor smuggling racket busted in Kagal

Kagal State Excise raided two illegal factories in Goa, sealing liquor and materials worth Rs 1.32 crore. The operation exposed an interstate spurious liquor racket using fake Maharashtra labels and dealt a major blow to smuggling networks.

IAF officers Shubhanshu Shukla, Prasanth Nair to get Ashok, Kirti Chakras

The gallantry awards include one Ashok Chakra, three Kirti Chakras, 13 Shaurya Chakras (one posthumous), one Bar to Sena Medal (Gallantry), 44 Sena Medals (Gallantry) (five posthumous), six Nau Sena Medals (Gallantry) and two Vayu Sena Medals (Gallantry)

25 January,2026 11:20 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS

Padma Awards 2026: Dharmendra, Uday Kotak, Harmanpreet Kaur among honourees

The Ministry of Home Affairs on Sunday announced that the President of India has approved 131 Padma Awards for 2026, one of the country’s highest civilian honours

25 January,2026 11:13 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

India moving towards becoming third-largest economy in near future: Prez Murmu

In her address to the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, President Murmu said the country is recording continuous economic growth, driven by large-scale investments in world-class infrastructure and guided by the principles of 'atmanirbharata' and 'swadeshi'

25 January,2026 10:00 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI

Mark Tully passes away: PM Modi and other political leaders express grief

Veteran BBC correspondent and author Mark Tully, widely known as the broadcaster’s “voice of India”, died at the age of 90, the BBC confirmed on Sunday

25 January,2026 09:49 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

BBC's 'voice of India' Mark Tully dies at 90

Born in India in 1935 under British rule, he made the country his home and his career, becoming arguably the best-known foreign correspondent in the country

25 January,2026 09:22 PM IST | New Delhi | AFP

Congress chief Kharge accuses BJP of using governors to harass opposition-ruled

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP of turning governors into tools to harass opposition-ruled states, alleging direct interference from the Centre. Addressing a rally in Hubballi, he said constitutional authorities are being misused to destabilise non-BJP governments

25 January,2026 07:14 PM IST | Hubballi | mid-day online correspondent

Republic Day 2026: Ex-bus conductor, musician among those awarded Padma Shri

The awardees include people who have dedicated their lives to serving society in areas such as education, healthcare, art, culture, and social welfare

25 January,2026 06:21 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent

Why Republic Day is celebrated: A reminder of India’s constitutional journey

Republic Day marks the day the Constitution of India came into effect on January 26, 1950, transforming the nation into a sovereign, democratic republic. The day reflects India’s constitutional values, freedom struggle legacy, and commitment to justice, liberty, equality and fraternity

25 January,2026 04:33 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent

Bihar: Tejashwi Yadav appointed RJD national working president

Tejashwi Yadav was appointed National Working President of the Rashtriya Janata Dal at the party’s executive meeting in Patna. While senior leaders welcomed the move, his sister Rohini Acharya launched a sharp attack on the party leadership, calling the situation “worrisome”

25 January,2026 04:32 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondent

History of Republic Day in India: The story behind January 26

The roots of Republic Day trace back to the Indian Independence Act of July 18, 1947, which ended British rule and transferred legislative authority to India’s Constituent Assembly

25 January,2026 02:15 PM IST |

Maharashtra AQI alert: Nagpur and Amaravati record poor air quality at 232

Overall, while daytime temperatures remained slightly below average in many interior districts, Maharashtra continued to witness pleasant winter conditions, with no extreme variations reported

25 January,2026 01:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
History of Republic Day in India: The story behind January 26

History of Republic Day in India: The story behind January 26

The roots of Republic Day trace back to the Indian Independence Act of July 18, 1947, which ended British rule and transferred legislative authority to India’s Constituent Assembly

25 January,2026 02:15 PM IST |
Maharashtra AQI alert: Nagpur and Amaravati record poor air quality at 232

Maharashtra AQI alert: Nagpur and Amaravati record poor air quality at 232

Overall, while daytime temperatures remained slightly below average in many interior districts, Maharashtra continued to witness pleasant winter conditions, with no extreme variations reported

25 January,2026 01:48 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Noida techie death: Father seeks justice for negligence

Noida techie death: Father seeks justice for negligence

Meanwhile, on Thursday, two persons have been arrested by the Noida Police following the case of 27-year-old techie Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his life after his car broke through a waterlogged pit near a public road in Sector-150, officials said on Thursday

25 January,2026 10:05 AM IST | Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | ANI
Iconic landmarks across India glow in tricolour hues ahead of Republic Day

Iconic landmarks across India glow in tricolour hues ahead of Republic Day

Major landmarks, including the Salal Dam in Jammu and Kashmir, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus in Mumbai, and the Government buildings in Lucknow, reflected a vibrant, patriotic atmosphere in the cities.

25 January,2026 09:52 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Accidental firing ruled out; police confirm murder-suicide in Jadeja-Gohil case

Accidental firing ruled out; police confirm murder-suicide in Jadeja-Gohil case

A day after MP’s nephew claimed his gun misfired, forensic reports have ruled out an ‘accidental firing’; investigators said the couple had an argument before the incident

25 January,2026 09:16 AM IST | Ahmedabad | Agencies

IN PHOTOS: Heavy snowfall brings life in Manali to standstill, highways blocked

Heavy snowfall over the past 48 hours has paralysed life in Himachal Pradesh’s Manali, blocking national highways and stranding hundreds of tourists. One to two feet of snow, and continuous snowfall have halted traffic, leaving many passengers stuck overnight in freezing conditions. (Pics/PTI)

25 January,2026 03:08 PM IST | Tarun Verma
No internal democracy in Congress, alleges former leader Shakeel Ahmad

No internal democracy in Congress, alleges former leader Shakeel Ahmad

Former Congress leader Shakeel Ahmad criticised Rahul Gandhi over Congress’s repeated electoral losses, alleging lack of internal democracy and centralised decision-making. He also claimed Rahul Gandhi is uncomfortable working with senior leaders and that dissent within the party is suppressed

24 January,2026 11:01 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

MHA tableau to showcase new criminal laws at Republic Day Parade

MHA tableau to showcase new criminal laws at Republic Day Parade

The Ministry of Home Affairs will showcase the implementation of India’s three new criminal laws in a special tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path. The display will highlight the shift from colonial-era laws to a technology-driven, citizen-centric justice system under the theme “Dand Se Nyay Ki Or"

24 January,2026 09:44 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

 President Murmu inaugurates ‘Granth Kutir’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Murmu inaugurates ‘Granth Kutir’ at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Granth Kutir has been developed at Rashtrapati Bhavan to enhance awareness among people about the rich cultural and literary heritage of India. The people can see the collection of books and manuscripts in the Granth Kutir during their tour to Rashtrapati Bhavan

24 January,2026 09:08 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI

About a dozen Ahmedabad schools receive hoax bomb threat emails

About a dozen Ahmedabad schools receive hoax bomb threat emails

The bomb threat emails received by several schools in the morning caused panic among school authorities and parents, but were later found to be hoaxes, police said. Prominent institutions, including DPS, Army School and Mahatma Gandhi International School, were among those that received the threats

24 January,2026 06:23 PM IST | Ahmedabad | PTI

U.S. seeks India’s role in Gaza governance under Trump peace plan

    U.S. seeks India’s role in Gaza governance under Trump peace plan

    India has received a formal invitation from the United States government to join President Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace” for the Gaza Strip — a plan designed to reshape governance and security after months of devastating conflict. The invitation, confirmed by the US Ambassador in New Delhi, includes a direct letter from President Trump to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Will India accept the US invitation — or stay aligned with its long-standing principles on Palestine? What would joining Trump’s Gaza Board mean for Hamas, Israel, regional security, and India’s global role?

    19 January,2026 09:12 PM IST
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