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Maharashtra Municipal elections turn into a political maze: Who’s with whom and who’s gone solo across
January 13, 2026 14:48 IST
In many places, alliances that exist at the state level have broken down at the municipal level, replaced by “friendly fights”, partial seat-sharing arrangements or outright three- and four-cornered contests.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Bengaluru to visit Bosch campus and IISc nanoscience centre
January 13, 2026 14:45 IST
Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit is taking place as India and Germany mark 25 years of strategic partnership and 75 years of diplomatic relations.
Eknath Shinde interview: ‘Mumbai is not a cake to be cut into pieces and separated … Thackerays forget Marathis after polls’
January 13, 2026 14:39 IST
“What Annamalai said was wrong … I have clearly conveyed this to the BJP leadership,” says Shiv Sena leader in an interview ahead of the municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra.
‘Serve Himachal, not rule’: Vikramaditya Singh echoes deputy CM, says some UP, Bihar officers not working in state’s interest
January 13, 2026 14:39 IST
In a Facebook post, Vikramaditya Singh said that officers from other states should learn from Himachal Pradesh cadre officers and understand the state’s culture and sensitivities.
From student visa to murder suspect: Punjabi man among 3 on trial for killing elderly couple in Canada’s Abbotsford
January 13, 2026 14:28 IST
Three young men from Surrey, British Columbia, face first-degree murder charges for killing an elderly couple they knew through a cleaning business.
Umbrellas out, Bengaluru: Light rain likely in city ahead of Makar Sankranti as maximum temperature dips
January 13, 2026 14:09 IST
Bengaluru weather update: The IMD has forecast partly cloudy skies, with maximum and minimum temperatures around 26 degrees Celsius and 17 degrees Celsius, respectively.
6 Bengaluru dental college faculty members suspended after 23-year-old student dies by suicide
January 13, 2026 13:56 IST
The mother of the deceased student alleged that her daughter was subjected to harassment and mental torture by a lecturer at Oxford Dental College and has also held the college principal responsible for the incident.
‘Karuna Abhiyan’: Gujarat deploys 8,500 personnel to rescue thousands of injured birds ahead of Makara Sankranti
January 13, 2026 13:53 IST
'Karuna Abhiyan', which began on January 10 and will continue until January 20, has set up 85 control rooms and over 480 treatment centres.
I-PAC ED raid row: BJP moves Calcutta High Court seeking nod to protest outside Nabanna against CM Mamata Banerjee
January 13, 2026 13:51 IST
The BJP's request for permission for a protest rally outside Nabanna in Kolkata was denied by the police due to security concerns.
Jharkhand to showcase its ‘living’ megalithic tradition at World Economic Forum in Davos next week
January 13, 2026 13:46 IST
Jharkhand, which is marking 25 years of statehood, will make its first appearance at the WEF’s annual meeting in Davos from January 19 to 25, with CM Hemant Soren leading an 11-member delegation.
3 Punjab top cops seek 10 days to respond to Delhi Assembly notice in Atishi case
January 13, 2026 13:35 IST
Three Punjab Police officers, including the DGP, have been asked to explain why an FIR over the Atishi audio-video case was registered using Delhi Assembly footage without authorisation.
66 PGs inspected, 10 sealed over unhygienic kitchens in South Bengaluru
January 13, 2026 13:34 IST
The Greater Bengaluru Authority ordered a crackdown on unlicensed accommodations, and has been conducting raids since November last year.
SEC to announce poll schedule today for 12 zilla parishads, 125 panchayat samitis in Maharashtra
January 13, 2026 13:30 IST
The Maharashtra State Election Commission’s move comes after the Supreme Court admitted its plea seeking an extension to hold the polls beyond the January 31 deadline set by the top court.
Haryana consumers may face another power tariff hike — about 15-17% — as regulator reviewing proposals
January 13, 2026 13:26 IST
According to Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) officials, the regulator is “currently examining tariff and revenue proposals” submitted by UHBVN and DHBVN for the fiscal 2026-27, and a final decision is expected before April 1.
‘Dharti se uthwa dunga…’: Warning from ‘Lawrence Bishnoi gang’ after firing outside Delhi gym
January 13, 2026 13:24 IST
On Monday night, two men had fired shots outside a gym in Paschim Vihar
Haryana gets 4 wks to reply in PIL against retd DGP heading complaints authority
January 13, 2026 13:12 IST
In an interim order, the Division Bench of Chief Justice Sheel Nagu and Justice Neerja Kulwant Kalson noted that despite notice having been issued on August 29, 2025, the State had not filed its reply so far.
Delhi Minister in Navi Mumbai to inspect vessel, Yamuna cruise to start next month
January 13, 2026 13:12 IST
As part of its riverfront tourism and recreation plan, the government is set to launch a 40-seater cruise.
HP govt dismisses 11 police personnel for involvement in Chitta smuggling
January 13, 2026 13:05 IST
No person involved in chitta trafficking or illegal drug trade will be spared: CM
Day after meeting with BJP, delegation of Communist Party of China visits RSS headquarters in Delhi
January 13, 2026 12:55 IST
During RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s lecture series in August last year, the RSS had avoided inviting Chinese diplomats even as representatives of several other countries attended.
High Court seeks detention records in MP Amritpal’s case, gives Punjab week to reply
January 13, 2026 12:55 IST
The Bench, headed by Chief Justice Sheel Nagu, noted at the outset that the Supreme Court, by an order dated November 10, 2025, had fixed an outer limit of six weeks for adjudication of the matter. It also recorded that the petition assailing the detention order dated April 17, 2025, had been instituted in the first week of December.
Ahead of Makar Sankranti, Bombay HC slams Maharashtra for ‘continuous failure’ to implement ban on nylon manja`
January 13, 2026 12:52 IST
The Bombay HC also ordered the government to designate within 3 weeks a nodal officer to monitor e-commerce, social media, and messaging platforms for immediate takedown of listings, advertisements, and content related to nylon manja.
Mahapanchayats, exhibits & save MGNREGA stir: Congress’ 100-day action plan before UP Assembly polls
January 13, 2026 12:46 IST
Party says will also make preparations to contest panchayat polls 'independently' and elections for 11 MLC seats
Fugitive Arsalan Chaudhary arrested at scene of crime in Canada’s biggest gold heist case
January 13, 2026 12:46 IST
Arsalan Chaudhary has been held nearly three years after the $20-million theft as the Canadian Police continue their hunt for a key insider believed to be in India.
328 missing Saroops: Spotlight back on ex-SGPC chief secretary against whom panel recommended criminal case
January 13, 2026 13:22 IST
The Ishar Singh Commission had stated that former SGPC chief secretary Roop Singh was negligent in performing his duties, and recommended action against him.
Australia’s top-ranked UNSW coming to Bengaluru: Campus at Manyata Tech Park to start this August
January 13, 2026 12:38 IST
Karnataka minister M B Patil said UNSW’s academic council will directly oversee the Bengaluru campus, ensuring students gain industry exposure and skill-focused learning at Manyata Tech Park.
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