Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Wednesday launched and inaugurated development projects and schemes worth Rs 538 crore in Saran district during his Samridhi Yatra. The initiatives include infrastructure works, skill development facilities and women empowerment centres, aimed at boosting overall regional development
The accident occurred on the night of January 18 while the victims, aged 20 and 22, were returning home after attending an agricultural exhibition in Baramati, Pune district, the police said. An unidentified vehicle brushed past the motorcycle carrying the two on a bridge near Mirajgaon on the Jamkhed-Shrigonda Road
Gujarat Police arrested eight people for opening 82 bank accounts in the names of fake companies and supplying them to cybercriminals. The arrests are linked to a nationwide cyber fraud worth over Rs 826 crore
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the Union Minister said that India is on track to become the world’s third-largest economy, driven by strong growth, infrastructure investment, manufacturing push, and structural reforms
Assam Rifles seized 56,000 kg of illegal betel nuts, worth Rs 1.7 crore, during an operation on a state highway in Manipur’s Noney district. The consignment was handed over to forest officials as authorities continued their crackdown on illegal trafficking
Eternal, the parent company of Zomato and Blinkit, announced that founder Deepinder Goyal will step down as Group CEO and Managing Director from February 1. Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa will take over as the new Group CEO, while Goyal will transition to the role of Vice Chairman to pursue new ventures outside the company’s core business
In the viral video, Farakka MLA Manirul Islam can be seen addressing a rally and allegedly warning the EC not to test the patience of the TMC. He said that if the poll panel wants to “play with fire”, the TMC can do the same
The committee has been set up to ensure that all urban design and beautification works in Nashik and Trimbakeshwar are planned in a structured, sensitive and expert-led manner, ahead of the large influx of pilgrims expected during the Kumbh Mela
A day after assuming charge, BJP national president Nitin Nabin held a day-long meeting with party office bearers in New Delhi to review preparations for upcoming assembly elections in five states, including West Bengal
Telangana Police have registered a case against the gram panchayat authorities of Yacharam village in Rangareddy district over the alleged killing of around 100 stray dogs. The case was filed following a complaint by the Stray Animal Foundation, naming the sarpanch, ward members and panchayat secretary
Sanjay Jadhav referred to the alliance between Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and his uncle, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) president Sharad Pawar, during the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections
The district and sessions court in Akola convicted Shriram Gawande, Ranjit Gawande, Vikram Gawande, Suraj Gawande, Dheeraj Gawande, Vishal Tayade, Satish Tayade, Pratik Tonde, Mayur Ahir, and Dinesh Rajput, special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam said
Sanjay Jadhav referred to the alliance between Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar and his uncle, Nationalist Congress Party (SP) president Sharad Pawar, during the Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad municipal elections
21 January,2026 07:01 PM IST | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Maharashtra) | mid-day online correspondentThe district and sessions court in Akola convicted Shriram Gawande, Ranjit Gawande, Vikram Gawande, Suraj Gawande, Dheeraj Gawande, Vishal Tayade, Satish Tayade, Pratik Tonde, Mayur Ahir, and Dinesh Rajput, special public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam said
21 January,2026 06:46 PM IST | Akola | mid-day online correspondentThe Indian Air Force in a statement said the incident occurred at around 12.15 pm on Wednesday following which the aircraft was safely force-landed in an uninhabited area, ensuring that there was no damage to civilian life or property
21 January,2026 04:51 PM IST | Prayagraj | ANIA bench comprising Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi directed Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati, acting as amicus curiae, to suggest the names of environmentalists and scientists with expertise in mining within four weeks
21 January,2026 03:46 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentWith the arrival of nearly 100 delegates from about 70 countries, the Election Commission of India on Wednesday commenced the IIICDEM-2026 at Bharat Mandapam in the national Capital
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Indian security forces are gearing up for the Republic Day 2026 parade with extensive rehearsals underway across the national capital and other key locations. Personnel from the armed forces, paramilitary units, and police contingents are taking part in coordinated practice sessions to ensure precision, discipline and seamless execution of the ceremonial march. (PICS/ PTI)
Union minister and Bangalore North MP Shobha Karandlaje has been made the co-incharge for the Kerala assembly elections, likely to be held in April
21 January,2026 11:54 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings to the people of Tripura on their Statehood Day. He praised the state for its blend of tradition and modernity, noting that its people are contributing to India's growth trajectory
21 January,2026 11:30 AM IST | New Delhi | ANI
Enraged after an argument with her husband, the woman allegedly picked up a sharp knife from the house and stabbed her daughter on her face, abdomen, chest, waist, head and private parts. The toddler died on the spot, a police official said on Tuesday
21 January,2026 10:04 AM IST | Latur | mid-day online correspondent
While the AQI showed a slight improvement from Tuesday morning’s reading of 397, pollution levels stayed firmly in the ‘very poor’ category, raising persistent health concerns—especially for children, senior citizens, and people with respiratory conditions
21 January,2026 09:38 AM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
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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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