The blaze in the twin units in the Najirabad area within Narendrapur police station limits, on the outskirts of Kolkata, was brought under control after a seven-hour firefight. However, pockets of fire in certain parts still raged, a senior police officer said
India hit back at Pakistan at the UN Security Council, accusing it of using terrorism as state policy and rejecting its claims on Operation Sindoor and Kashmir. India said the operation was a justified response to the Pahalgam terror attack and reaffirmed that Jammu and Kashmir is an integral part of India
Visuals from India Gate and Kartavya Path showed smog lingering over central Delhi. Similar conditions were observed near the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple in Pandav Nagar, where haze persisted during the early morning hours
Officers discovered a secret "false bottom" hidden under the lining of the woman's suitcase. Tucked away inside this hidden space were two packets of a banned drug called Methaqualone which weighed nearly four kg and are estimated to be worth about Rs two crore.
"A strange spectacle has been created in India by a few people with communal mindsets. Whenever a Hindu festival or fair starts, a signboard is displayed beforehand, indicating that Muslims are not allowed. Recently, at Gangotri Dham, the committee announced that Muslims would not be allowed," the Muslim body chief said
According to police, the manja of a flying kite got entangled around her neck and caused a deep cut. Nishvika Aditya (5) died on the spot due to profuse bleeding
According to sources, the COB located at Ranglum village in Changlang district was fired upon from multiple directions. The remote border village lies close to the India-Myanmar border, near international border pillar number 168
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan, European Council President Antonio Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and several other distinguished guests attended the reception
May we always keep strengthening Constitutional values and realise the dream of a Viksit Bharat
Uttarakhand government has enforced the Uniform Civil Code (Amendment) Ordinance, 2026 after Governor Gurmit Singh’s approval. The ordinance introduces procedural, administrative and penal reforms to strengthen implementation, transparency and protection of citizens’ rights
Him Yodha represents the Indian Army’s specialised animal and mobility support units that operate in some of the world’s harshest terrains, including the Himalayas, the Siachen Glacier, and along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC)
India marked the 77th Republic day with a grand parade in the national capital, showcasing its rich cultural heritage, economic progress and military strength
Him Yodha represents the Indian Army’s specialised animal and mobility support units that operate in some of the world’s harshest terrains, including the Himalayas, the Siachen Glacier, and along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and Line of Control (LoC)
26 January,2026 10:18 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentIndia marked the 77th Republic day with a grand parade in the national capital, showcasing its rich cultural heritage, economic progress and military strength
26 January,2026 09:44 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentFollowing a viral video of the announcement, Collector Misha Singh said that the individuals seen in the clip have been identified. She stated that the matter is under investigation and the police have been instructed to take appropriate action
26 January,2026 08:37 PM IST | Ratlam (MP) | mid-day online correspondentMale tiger STR-T1 (Senapati) and tigress STR-T4 (Chanda) have been seen moving together in Sahyadri Tiger Reserve, raising hopes for natural breeding and population recovery under the Tiger Recovery Project launched in collaboration with NTCA and WII
26 January,2026 08:26 PM IST | Maharashtra | Ranjeet JadhavEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen thanked President Droupadi Murmu for hosting her as chief guest at Republic Day, highlighting shared democratic values and India–EU commitment to shaping a new global order and deepening security cooperation
26 January,2026 08:26 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
PM Modi shared highlights from the 77th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, showcasing India’s cultural diversity, unity, defence preparedness, strong governance, and global engagement, along with visuals of cultural performances and attending world leaders. (Pics/X)
King Charles III extended Republic Day greetings to India via a post on X addressed to President Droupadi Murmu, praising the strong India–UK partnership, Commonwealth ties, and cooperation in climate action, education, and defence
26 January,2026 08:21 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Kerala’s 77th Republic Day celebrations went smoothly, but tensions resurfaced as Governor Rajendra Arlekar deviated from the prepared speech, highlighting the ongoing standoff with the LDF government
26 January,2026 08:06 PM IST | Thiruvananthapuram | IANS
The Indian Air Force (IAF) put up a spectacular flying display at Kartavya Path, featuring several formations including Operation Sindoor, Arjan, Varuna, Vajraang and Vijay. A total of 29 aircraft took part in the flypast, comprising 16 fighter jets, four transport aircraft and nine helicopters, operating from five different air bases
26 January,2026 07:41 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Trump's greetings came amid continuing strain in ties between the two countries over a range of issues, including Washington's policies on trade and tariffs. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio also extended greetings to India on the occasion of the Republic Day and said the two nations share a "historic bond"
26 January,2026 06:54 PM IST | New Delhi | PTI
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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?
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