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‘Akin to raid on a party office’: ED action on I-PAC adds to Opposition unease
January 9, 2026 08:21 IST
ED is conducting raids at I-PAC offices in Kolkata and Delhi ahead of the Bengal Assembly polls. This has triggere Opposition claims of selective targeting and political vendetta by the Modi government.
Madhav Gadgil • (1942-2026): Scientist, ‘people’s ecologist’, voice of Western Ghats, forests, rivers, communities
January 9, 2026 08:15 IST
A pioneer in ecological sciences, Madhav Gadgil, 83, died late Wednesday night in Pune after a brief illness. He was one of India’s foremost voices on ecology and environment protection.
Reforms by Modi govt keeping Indian economy strong, says BJP
January 9, 2026 05:16 IST
At a press conference, BJP national spokesperson Gopal Krishna Agarwal said India’s economy is projected to grow at a robust 7.4% in FY 2025-26 and that the quarterly trend shows “consistent strength” with India performing well across all major sectors.
Congress demands SC-level probe into Indore water deaths
January 9, 2026 04:43 IST
Addressing a press conference, Congress head of media and publicity department Pawan Khera alleged that the BJP government was “exposed” after the incident.
‘Security issue’: Bangladesh suspends visa services at key Indian missions
January 9, 2026 01:56 IST
Bangladesh's interim government on Thursday said it has asked its key missions in India, including at New Delhi, to suspend visa services over security concerns.
Europe has most room to grow today among India’s major ties: Jaishankar in Paris
January 9, 2026 00:33 IST
At the Meeting, Jaishankar said that this is the first time that India is engaging in this format. "Our discussions were largely centred on three issues — India-European Union relations, the Indo-Pacific, and the Ukraine conflict," he said.
Pained over ideological deviation of CPM: Kerala Left’s media face Reji Lukose joins BJP
January 8, 2026 19:52 IST
Reji Lukose, who joined BJP, has been a firebrand defender of CPI(M) in media debates.
Why ‘celebrate’ after Vaishno Devi medical college’s MBBS course spiked, who is responsible for deficiencies: Omar Abdullah
January 9, 2026 11:05 IST
The Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister called for accountability to be fixed if the reason for the repeal of permission was deficiency in infrastructure
How AI is making its case in courts, trimming trials and errorsSubscriber Only
January 9, 2026 06:27 IST
Specially designed tools help Supreme Court and HCs reduce work loads, get around translation delays, sift through documents, with human interface ensuring accuracy
ASI’s sole mandate ends, conservation of protected monuments opens up to private agencies in 2 weeksSubscriber Only
January 9, 2026 11:19 IST
Private donors can engage conservation architects directly once they are cleared by the Ministry of Culture.
I-PAC raids ‘met with resistance’ from Mamata, ED set to knock on High Court doors, top officers say
January 10, 2026 10:27 IST
ED Raids I-PAC in Kolkata News: Sources say searches conducted on basis of “fresh evidence” found in a coal pilferage case being investigated by CBI and ED in West Bengal
Cold conditions intensify in Kashmir; fringes of several water bodies freeze
January 8, 2026 15:23 IST
The minimum in Qazigund, the gateway town of the valley, went down by over five degrees to record a minimum of minus 5.4 degrees Celsius, the season's coldest, the officials said.
Indian Railways eyes production of 4,802 LHB coaches in FY27
January 8, 2026 15:20 IST
Indian Railways LHB coaches: LHB coaches are known for higher safety standards, lower maintenance costs and superior operational efficiency.
Security stepped up after bomb threats to Odisha courts, police chief says ‘closely monitoring’ situation
January 8, 2026 14:49 IST
CM Majhi warns against complacency in ‘matters related to public safety’
India’s first Hydrogen train trial run begins; passenger services expected this year
January 8, 2026 14:37 IST
Hydrogen Train India: With its introduction into commercial service, India will join an elite global league of countries including Germany, Sweden, Japan and China - that operate hydrogen-powered trains.
For Kerala, Madhav Gadgil’s voice was ‘nature’s conscience’, echoing through a decade of natural disasters
January 8, 2026 13:46 IST
The Gadgil Committee report in 2011 recommended a slew of measures for protecting the fragile balance of the Western Ghats.
Top News Headlines of January 8, 2026 | Russian shadow fleet oil tanker damaged in drone attack off Turkey coast
January 9, 2026 02:30 IST
Top News Headlines of January 8, 2026 | In December, at least four Russian oil tankers were hit by drone attacks.
Rajasthan ACB ‘exposes’ Rs 2000 crore mid-day meal scam, 21 booked
January 8, 2026 12:07 IST
Preliminary investigations by the ACB revealed that officials associated with the Mid Day Meal scheme and CONFED colluded to manipulate the rules.
Gold Today Rate, January 8: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities
January 8, 2026 11:36 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 8, is Rs 13,800 per gram for 24 karat gold, Rs 12,650 per gram for 22 karat gold and Rs 10,350 per gram for 18 karat gold.
Scientist, author, and foremost voice of ecological conscience: Madhav Gadgil proposed a roadmap for Western Ghats conservation
January 8, 2026 12:34 IST
Madhav Gadgil, who passed away in Pune at the age of 83, was, at heart, a field ecologist who vouched for participatory forest and ecological protection. His 2011 report on the Western Ghats sparked a national debate on development versus conservation.
Trump greenlights Bill proposing 500% tariff over Russia oil trade
January 9, 2026 04:46 IST
US Senator Lindsey Graham said the Russia sanctions bill will allow US President Donald Trump to punish countries that ‘buy cheap Russian oil, fuelling Putin’s war machine’.
‘Darkest day of my life’: Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal mourns death of son Agnivesh
January 8, 2026 11:53 IST
Remembering Agnivesh's vision for a self-reliant India, Agarwal said that he and his son shared a dream to ensure no child sleeps hungry, every woman is self-reliant, and every young Indian has meaningful work.
US withdraws from UN climate agreement, many other climate organisations
January 9, 2026 07:43 IST
The United States has become the first country to withdraw from the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change, also exiting 65 other international bodies including the IPCC, IRENA and IUCN, marking a sharp retreat from global climate cooperation.
Madhav Gadgil, ecologist who championed conservation of fragile Western Ghats, passes away
January 9, 2026 08:15 IST
The report submitted by Western Ghats Ecology Expert Panel, later known as the Gadgil Commission, recommending strict safeguards for the fragile Western Ghats sparked political and public debate across six states.
Red faces in Bihar Congress as leaders come to blows during meeting to review election drubbing
January 8, 2026 10:14 IST
Two groups fight over ticket distribution at an election review meeting held in Madhubani this week.
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