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Hours after announcement of CBI probe, FIR against ‘VIP’ in Ankita Bhandari murder case
January 10, 2026 22:46 IST
On Friday, a communication from the Chief Minister’s Office said that “respecting the request and sentiments of the parents of Ankita Bhandari, (the CM) has approved the recommendation for a CBI investigation into the case”.
‘In his personal capacity’ – JD-U distances itself from KC Tyagi’s call for Bharat Ratna for Nitish Kumar
January 10, 2026 20:46 IST
In a letter to Modi, Tyagi sought the Bharat Ratna -- India’s highest civilian award -- for Nitish, saying there had been precedents of honouring living politicians and that the JD(U) chief deserved it as one of India’s “last socialist icons”
Infant’s thumb severed as nurse tries removing cannula at MP’s largest state hospital
January 10, 2026 20:22 IST
Nurse suspended; officials say baby was rushed into surgery and the thumb was attached.
In Sabarimala priest’s arrest, BJP sees an opening to take on the Left
January 10, 2026 19:27 IST
Party plans protest, says arrest meant to shield CPM, Congress leaders involved in gold theft scandal
Taliban diplomat takes charge, assures Indian staffers they can stay on
January 10, 2026 19:14 IST
Fate of staffers appointed by Ashraf Ghani government uncertain; new charge d’affaires visits Jama Masjid
From pigeons to pistols: What security forces intercepted along the Jammu border ahead of Republic Day
January 10, 2026 19:23 IST
Official sources said a 13-year-old boy, Aryan, caught a pale grey pigeon with two black bars on both wings at Kharah village on Saturday morning.
Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table
January 10, 2026 18:16 IST
Alipurduar to Panvel Amrit Bharat Express train launch: Alipurduar-Panvel Amrit Bharat train will offer affordable and high-quality service for passengers from lower and lower-middle income category.
Once a hub of scholars, Bihar’s Maithili Academy now stares at shutdown
January 10, 2026 21:49 IST
For years, the Maithili Academy was one of Bihar’s most decorated institutions, with nine Sahitya Akademi-winning titles. But as the institution fights for survival, protests erupt seeking government intervention.
On Malayalam Language Bill, it’s Siddaramaiah vs Pinarayi
January 10, 2026 16:48 IST
The Kerala Assembly last October passed the Bill, which stipulates Malayalam as the official language of the state and envisages its use in government services, the judiciary, among other areas.
Small aircraft crashes while landing at Rourkela; 6 injured
January 10, 2026 16:35 IST
State commerce and transport minister Bibhuti Jena said all passengers are stable.
Sealdah-Banaras Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table
January 10, 2026 17:05 IST
Sealdah–Banaras Amrit Bharat Express Launched: The Sealdah-Banaras Amrit Bharat Express train will be maintained and operated by the Eastern Railway (ER) zone.
Vande Bharat Sleeper to Amrit Bharat Express: Poll-bound West Bengal, Assam to get 11 new trains – Full list, routes
January 10, 2026 15:01 IST
Indian Railways New Trains 2026: These new train services are expected to improve connectivity, connecting major cities across states such as Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh.
‘India’s PM will always be a Hindu’: Assam CM Himanta replies to Owaisi’s ‘hijab-clad woman as PM’ remark
January 10, 2026 14:35 IST
Owaisi contrasted India with Pakistan, claiming its Constitution does not offer similar inclusivity for people of other religions.
Howrah-Delhi (Anand Vihar Terminal) Amrit Bharat Express: Train number, route, stoppages, frequency, time table
January 10, 2026 17:01 IST
Howrah-Delhi (Anand Vihar Terminal) Amrit Bharat Express Train: This modern train will offer a travel experience comparable to the Vande Bharat Express, but are specifically designed to provide affordable and high-quality service for passengers from lower and lower-middle income category.
Abducted by armed militants in Niger, 5 Jharkhand workers released after MEA, state govt efforts over 8 months
January 10, 2026 10:42 IST
The abduction took place on April 25, 2025, when the militants opened fire near a KPTL project site in West Africa’s Niger. The incident was later confirmed to be part of a larger militant operation.
Arms consignment dropped by drone seized near IB in J-K’s Samba
January 10, 2026 09:49 IST
The recovery of the consignment, including two pistols, three magazines, 16 rounds and a grenade.
VC asks writer Manoj Rupda to leave seminar at Chhattisgarh varsity; later says outrage ‘blown out of proportion’
January 10, 2026 08:21 IST
Alok Kumar Chakrawal, the Vice Chancellor of Guru Ghasidas Central University in Chhattisgarh, faced criticism from several writers over the incident
Chhattisgarh Congress MLA arrested in cheating case, party calls it BJP ‘conspiracy’
January 10, 2026 08:20 IST
Jaijaipur MLA Baleshwar Sahu was sent to judicial custody until January 22
Manipur violence: The first of cases being probed by CBI reaches trial stage
January 10, 2026 10:16 IST
Charges of rape, murder in the May 2023 case of naked parading of three women framed in Special CBI Court; in some others, this is awaited, accused out on bail
VC asks writer Manoj Rupda to leave seminar at Chhattisgarh varsity; later says outrage ‘blown out of proportion’
January 10, 2026 07:50 IST
Alok Kumar Chakrawal, the Vice Chancellor of Guru Ghasidas Central University in Chhattisgarh, faced criticism from several writers over the incident
Cow products to cure cancer: MP govt spent Rs 3.5 cr on research; probe now puts scanner on where money wentSign In to read
January 10, 2026 18:22 IST
Under scanner: Cow dung and urine, storage vessels allegedly being purchased at inflated prices; flights to various cities
Ankita Bhandari’s father says CBI probe should focus on ‘VIP angle’, go beyond what has already been revealed
January 10, 2026 10:24 IST
Following protests across Uttarakhand, CM Dhami on Friday recommended a CBI probe into the 2022 murder of the 19-year-old receptionist
Exclusive: Hiccup in Beatles Ashram revamp plan prompts sharp response from Uttarakhand govt
January 10, 2026 09:07 IST
Consultancy firm flags “slope sliding” issue at site, PWD responds: ‘Concerning that such a critical aspect was overlooked…’
Ex-Navy officer arrested again in Qatar: MEA
January 10, 2026 04:17 IST
Tiwari was earlier taken into custody in August 2022, along with seven other former Indian Navy personnel. The charges against them were never made public by the Qatari authorities.
Creator’s Corner on DD News to air content by digital influencers
January 10, 2026 04:15 IST
The initiative will feature content ranging from two minutes to 10 minutes sourced from applications vetted by an independent team with a focus on a variety of subjects.
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