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2 journalists arrested in Hyderabad for ‘libellous content against woman IAS officer’, Opp slams state govt

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 Price Today in India: Check the gold rate in India today, January 15; Carat wise and city wise price list below. (File Image)

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 and IndiGo have begun rerouting flights and cautioned passengers about possible delays.

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?

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’

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

INSV Kaundinya

‘There was a colonial narrative that Indians feared the seas, we proved it’s not true’: Sanjeev Sanyal as ‘stitched ship’ makes history

January 15, 2026 09:26 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

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, January 15: Banks will remain closed for Makar Sankranti, Pongal, and BMC elections in Maharashtra. Check city-wise status.

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

He set out to build a school for his village in Madhya Pradesh. What followed: Madrasa rumours and demolition

January 15, 2026 10:11 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

Peoples Conference president Sajad Lone

‘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.

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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.

Former Air Canada manager, 32-year-old Simran Preet Panesar; a photo released by the Peel Regional Police following the heist (in left). (Photo Credit: Peel Regional Police)

$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.

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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.

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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”.

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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.

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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.

NEET-PG, post-graduate medical seats, vacant, cut-off, zero percentile,

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.

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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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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.

Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee

‘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.

dayanidhu maran, tamil nadu

‘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).

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh says Govt committed to providing quality healthcare to all, especially in remote territories.

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.

Catering included in fare for all classes on Vande Bharat Sleeper, says Railway Board (Image generated using AI)

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.

Mahendrajeet Singh Malviya, an influential leader from Rajasthan’s Vagad region, who moved to BJP from the Congress earlier this year. (Photo: Facebook)

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

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.

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