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‘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
BJP slams Rahul over ‘suppression of Tamil’ remark; says Modi has given highest honour to the language, culture
January 14, 2026 22:01 IST
Underlining initiatives such as the Kashi Tamil Sangam 4.0, among others, Paswan said the commitment of the BJP towards the Tamil civilisation and Tamil issues is paramount.
‘Well-planned conspiracy’: In Barmer, Congress protests against proposed redrawing of district boundaries
January 14, 2026 21:48 IST
The protest follows a state government notification issued on December 31, 2025, under which the Dhorimanna and Gudamalani sub-divisions were removed from Barmer district and merged into Balotra, e the Baytu sub-division was moved back to Barmer.
‘Stay in the kitchen’: Dayanidhi Maran’s sharp ‘contrast’ between Tamil Nadu and north India sparks fresh political row
January 14, 2026 21:26 IST
Praising the DMK government, Maran described the administration under Chief Minister M K Stalin as a “Dravidian Model” that works on the principle of “everything for everyone” (ellarukum ellam).
Govt committed to providing quality healthcare to all, especially in remote territories, says Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
January 14, 2026 20:30 IST
Outpatient consultations, cataract surgeries, and select general surgical procedures will be carried out at a multi-speciality health camp set up on Monday in Lakshadweep.
Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train: Catering services included in fare for all classes, says Railway Board
January 14, 2026 20:43 IST
IRCTC services on Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper Express: The new train is expected to significantly enhance connectivity between eastern and northeastern India and transform the experience of overnight rail travel.
Rajasthan BJP leader Mahendrajeet Malviya, who signalled return to Congress, raided by Anti-Corruption Bureau
January 14, 2026 20:22 IST
According to Congress sources, the ACB raids began at 9 am Tuesday, with teams scrutinising documents at three properties linked to Malviya.
Arshad Madani slams Congress for ‘soft’ stance after Mahatma Gandhi’s assassination: ‘Caused severe damage’
January 14, 2026 19:54 IST
In a lengthy post on X, Madani blamed the Congress for not taking a strict stand against communalism 77 years ago and criticised the grand old party for not "crushing" communalism post assassination of Mahatma Gandhi.
Blaze near Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers enters Day 6, but contained, officials say
January 14, 2026 19:50 IST
Divisional Forest Officer Sarvesh Dubey said that information regarding the forest fire incident that occurred in the Nanda Devi National Park was first received on 9 January.
Odisha to amend Lokayukta law before appointing next chairperson, members
January 14, 2026 18:27 IST
Officials said the amendments will be made in relation to the selection committee for the appointment of the chairperson and members of the Lokayukta.
In Gurgaon’s Aravalli belt, study flags shrinking forest, fragmented habitat amid ‘rapid urbanisation’
January 14, 2026 18:13 IST
Releasing the report on Wednesday, Union minister Bhupender Yadav said the Centre was focused on implementing the Aravalli Green Wall project, which seeks to restore the degraded landscapes.
Indian firms to run control and instrumentation at Russian-designed Kudankulam 5 and 6 reactors
January 15, 2026 12:33 IST
Public sector Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL) and Mumbai-based TEMA India have been awarded the nearly Rs 1,600-crore project to set up the systems in 42 months.
Amid US assurance to Iranian protestors, an Indian advisory to its citizens to leave country
January 15, 2026 01:03 IST
Jaishankar, Iran counterpart speak; Tehran warns will hit US bases if attacked
Artist Bose Krishnamachari resigns from Kochi Biennale Foundation
January 14, 2026 16:13 IST
"Pressing family reasons" has been cited as the reason for his resignation. He was also the co-founder of the biennale with artist Riyas Komu.
Anger, concern among KGMU ranks, alumni as ‘love jihad’ claims widen, vandalism shakes campus
January 14, 2026 18:08 IST
The allegations against a resident doctor of trying to forcibly convert a colleague were “an isolated incident”, with not a whisper of a ‘love jihad network’ before it, say resident doctors
On horseback, inside train engine – Bihar’s booze smugglers and their clever tricksSubscriber Only
January 15, 2026 06:38 IST
Latest liquor seizures indicate how smugglers are trying to stay a step ahead of law enforcement agencies in the dry state
Tamil Nadu Minister slams IndiGo for delay ‘ordeal’: ‘Low cost airline shouldn’t mean cheap passenger treatment’
January 14, 2026 14:03 IST
Tamil Nadu Minister TRB Rajaa has slammed IndiGo over 'cheap treatment' and massive delays at Chennai Airport.
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