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Explore other options if villagers don’t want to sell land: Vikramaditya supports Bagi Gram Panchayat resolution

January 15, 2026 21:39 IST

Eight revenue villages, out of 11 under the Bagi Gram Panchayat were selected for land acquisition for the Jathiya Devi township.

Police first registered a case against the driver and owner of the van that was purportedly transporting cattle

Odisha man beaten to death by ‘cow vigilantes’, 5 detained

January 15, 2026 22:55 IST

Police first registered a case against the driver and owner of the van that was purportedly transporting cattle. Later, a case was registered against the assailants based on a complaint by the brother of the victim

US-Iran tensions, Indian airlines, IndiGo, Air India, Iranian airspace,

India prepares to pull out its nationals from Iran, first batch ready

January 16, 2026 06:49 IST

Iran airspace closure: IndiGo, Air India skirting Iran airspace; longer routes impacting flights to some regions

Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election Results 2026 LIVE:

Maharashtra Corporation Election Results 2026 LIVE Updates: Mahayuti set for big win in Mumbai & Pune, BJP leads on over 1300 seats

January 16, 2026 17:52 IST

Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Election Result 2026, Maharashtra Election Commission BMC, PMC, TMC, NMC Election Results 2026 LIVE Updates: As Mahayuti dominates in the Maharashtra civic body elections, Opposition doubles down on 'vote chori' allegations against BJP and ECI.

Jaipur: Army personnel showcase combat skills during the ‘Know Your Army’ exhibition ahead of 78th Army Day, in Jaipur, Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. (PTI Photo)

India celebrates 78th Army Day; General Upendra Dwivedi stresses need for indigenous equipment

January 15, 2026 18:04 IST

As India celebrated it's 78th army day, several political leaders such Narendra Modi, Droupadi Murmu and Rahul Gandhi extended their wishes to the Indian Soldiers, highlighting their selfless sacrifices and sheer commitment towards the nation.

Ghaziabad railway station falls under the administrative control of Northern Railway's Delhi Division.

Ghaziabad railway station upgrade: Platform widening completed to ease crowding

January 15, 2026 18:29 IST

Ghaziabad railway station platform widening work update: The platform widening work at Ghaziabad railway station will ensure smoother passenger movement during peak hours, and improve overall safety, comfort and operational efficiency at one of the busiest junctions in the country.

It was after the plane landed in Delhi and was taxiing amid dense fog that it "encountered a foreign object... resulting in damage to the right engine".

Air India A350 plane sucks in cargo container, engine damaged at Delhi airport

January 15, 2026 17:22 IST

The plane had to return to Delhi after initially taking off for New York's JFK Airport as Iran closed its airspace amid deadly protests that have claimed over 2,500 lives.

uropean Council, António Luís Santos da Costa, Ursula von der Leyen, India,

Top EU leaders to be chief guests at 77th Republic Day celebrations

January 15, 2026 22:55 IST

European Council President António Costa and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will attend India’s 77th Republic Day as chief guests.

Indian Express Logo YSRCP activist’s death in Andhra Pradesh’s Palnadu triggers row with ruling TDP

In Andhra, YSRCP activist’s death sparks assault claims, row with TDP

January 15, 2026 16:48 IST

The incident followed a familiar pattern of attacks on party activists and local leaders: YSRCP state coordinator Sajjala Rama Krishna Reddy.

Aabhas Maldahiyar, Babur: The Quest for Hindustan, Bhopal Literature and Art Festival,

From book on Why Modi is Right for India, to Babur: Author behind lit fest cancellationSubscriber Only

January 16, 2026 07:05 IST

“What pains me is that those who claim to oppose Babur do not even recognize the scholars who are equipping them with intellectual tools for that very debate,” said Aabhas Maldahiyar

During its journey between Howrah and Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT), this new Amrit Bharat train will halt at 25 stations.

Howrah-Delhi (Anand Vihar Terminal) Amrit Bharat Express to commence commercial run next week – check date, route, stoppages, timings

January 15, 2026 16:07 IST

Howrah-Delhi Amrit Bharat Express train launch: This new train has been specifically designed to provide affordable and high-quality service for passengers from lower and lower-middle income category.

Solar energy, Jammu and Kashmir, renewable energy,

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

He highlighted last-mile delivery, women’s participation and India’s global leadership as proof that “democracy delivers” in the country.

‘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.

nirmala sitharaman

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.

These new non-AC trains will further ease the additional demand for rail travel at an affordable fare.

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.

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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.

Thousands watched as new battalions, modern weapons and aerial displays were showcased.

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.

Police have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding their deaths.

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

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

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

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 […]

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