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Slowly but surely, J&K govt is making a push for solar power
January 15, 2026 15:46 IST
Until recently, UT depended almost entirely on hydropower, but with a view to transitioning to clean energy and avoiding reliance on an erratic grid, the govt hopes to make a switch
‘In India, democracy delivers’: PM Modi at Commonwealth Speakers Summit
January 15, 2026 14:45 IST
Underlining that many across the world know India as the largest democracy, PM Modi highlighted at the 28th CSPOC that the scale of India’s democracy is truly extraordinary.
Budget 2026 looms, but key farm promises are still stuck on paper
January 15, 2026 15:35 IST
Announced in last year’s Union Budget, several agriculture schemes like the enhanced credit scheme through the Kisan Credit Card and Mission for Cotton Productivity are yet to hit the ground.
Amrit Bharat Express launch: Here’s how these 9 trains could transform long-distance rail travel from West Bengal
January 15, 2026 13:56 IST
Amrit Bharat Express trains launch in West Bengal: According to railways, these new Amrit Bharat Express train services are being introduced on routes passing through Assam, Bihar and West Bengal and the regions that account for a large share of India’s migrant workforce and long-distance rail passengers.
Top News Headlines of January 15, 2026 | Ward housing Colaba records lowest turnout at 15.73 %
January 16, 2026 02:30 IST
Top News Headlines of January 15, 2026 | While one had a long queue, mostly of domestic and other workers, the other one with voters from highrises and other housing societies of Cuffe Parade, saw people trickling in and out.
Watch: March past, display of military might mark 78th Army Day on Jaipur streets
January 15, 2026 13:39 IST
The 78th Army Day Parade was held on the streets of Jaipur for the first time, drawing huge crowds as the Indian Army showcased modern weapons, new units and military strength.
Two athletes found dead at Sports Authority of India hostel in Kerala’s Kollam
January 15, 2026 19:17 IST
Kerala tragedy as two teenage athletes from Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram were found dead in their SAI hostel room in Kollam after missing morning coaching.
2 journalists arrested in Hyderabad for ‘libellous content against woman IAS officer’, Opp slams state govt
January 15, 2026 11:51 IST
One of the journalists was picked up from the airport while trying to catch a flight to Bangkok for a vacation. The other was arrested from his home.
Gold Today Rate, January 15: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
January 15, 2026 11:44 IST
Today's 18, 22 and 24 Carat Gold Prices in Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi: The price of gold in India today, Thursday, January 15 is ₹14,318 per gram for 24 karat gold, ₹13,125 per gram for 22 karat gold and ₹10,739 per gram for 18 karat gold.
Air India, IndiGo reroute flights over safety concerns as Iran shuts airspace
January 15, 2026 10:50 IST
Indian carriers Air India and IndiGo have warned passengers of possible delays after Iran shut its airspace temporarily amid rising tensions with the US and anti-government protests.
Who is Asiya Andrabi, separatist leader convicted by NIA court in UAPA case?
January 15, 2026 07:35 IST
Andrabi, chief of the banned Kashmiri outfit Dukhtaran-e-Millat, was arrested in 2018 for allegedly using various platforms to spread “insurrectionary imputations and hateful speeches”.
His govt under fire for Indore water deaths, Madhya Pradesh CM warns Congress: ‘Don’t play politics’
January 15, 2026 07:41 IST
Yadav was in Indore to inaugurate Rs 800 crore worth of projects to augment the city’s drinking water system
Crew on board INSV Kaundinya on why their journey from India to Oman matters
January 15, 2026 16:29 IST
INSV Kaundinya, which set sail on December 29, journeyed from Porbandar to Muscat, retracing ancient maritime routes
Drone sightings and terror alerts ahead of Republic Day, central team reviews security in J&K
January 15, 2026 07:34 IST
A high-level central team led by Home Secretary Govind Mohan arrived here Wednesday on a two-day visit to review security measures as drones and balloons from Pakistan, along with reports of terrorist movement in the hinterland, keep security forces and police on tenterhooks ahead of the Republic Day celebrations in Jammu and Kashmir. Only Tuesday […]
Bank Holiday Today: Banks closed on January 15 for Makar Sankranti, Pongal and BMC Elections — Check city-wise status
January 15, 2026 11:19 IST
Bank Holiday Today, January 15: Customers must note that banks in 10 Indian cities including Bengaluru, Chennai, Lucknow, and more will be closed today on Thursday, while the remaining will be operational as usual.
He set out to build a school for his village in Madhya Pradesh. What followed: Madrasa rumours and demolition
January 15, 2026 22:55 IST
Abdul Naeem, who poured nearly Rs 20 lakh of borrowed money and family savings into the construction, watched portions of it crumble following orders from the administration
‘Time for amicable divorce’: Sajad Lone becomes first Kashmiri leader to call for separation from Jammu
January 15, 2026 11:54 IST
In an official press statement, Lone has said the time has come for “amicable divorce” between Jammu and Kashmir divisions.
FinMin has moved, but printing of Budget in North Block
January 15, 2026 08:30 IST
It is learnt that the Ministry of Finance’s printing press at North Block will publish the final copies of the Union Budget 2026-27, to be presented in Parliament on February 1.
$20-mn gold heist case: Canada asks India to extradite Preet Panesar
January 15, 2026 08:23 IST
They said the money was allegedly routed through channels such as the music industry, mostly for the production of a film featuring Panesar's wife Preety, who is an aspiring singer and actor.
Will strengthen partnership with India: US Ambassador
January 15, 2026 07:08 IST
He did not make any statement regarding his role as South and Central Asia envoy. It will be important to watch how he navigates sensitivities in Delhi, especially with regard to ties with Pakistan.
Exclusive: ‘Irish govt won’t tolerate instances of violence on the Indian community’: Migration Minister of Ireland Colm Brophy
January 15, 2026 10:51 IST
Brophy, who’s in India on an official visit, spoke about Ireland’s position on migration, US President Donald Trump’s decisions, wars in Ukraine and Gaza and the Indian government’s push to shed “colonial mindset”.
Govt appoints Rakesh Aggarwal as NIA chief, former Haryana DGP to head ITBP
January 15, 2026 04:32 IST
Aggarwal, a 1994-batch IPS officer of Himachal Pradesh cadre, was holding the additional charge of NIA DG’s post since last month after his predecessor Sadanand Vasant Date was repatriated to parent cadre Maharashtra.
Congress’s flexible policy toward politics of hatred caused severe damage to country, Constitution: Madani
January 15, 2026 00:27 IST
Pointing out that communal forces were behind the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi, Madani said had communalism been crushed at that very time, the country could have been saved from devastation.
Cut-off reduced for PG medical seats as 18,000 remain vacant after 2nd counselling
January 14, 2026 22:16 IST
In 2023, when cut-off for all categories was dropped to zero percentile, doctors scoring as low as 5 marks out of 800 were able to secure post-graduation seats despite following the NEET-PG merit list.
In Telangana, mass killing of stray dogs, police action put entire villages on edge
January 14, 2026 22:02 IST
In Kamareddy, over 100 dogs were killed this week, local police officials said. In Hanamkonda district, 120 dogs were killed
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