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"He responded to challenges posed by Congress...": Jogaram Patel

Rajasthan Minister Jogaram Patel on Friday took a swipe at the Congress, saying that Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has delivered a historic outlook of Congress' 5-year tenure and the Bhartiya Janata Party's 2-year tenure.

2026-02-06T03:18:51.498037+00:00 IST

PM Modi hails tripartite agreement for Eastern Nagaland developme

The agreement signed between the Centre, the Government of Nagaland, and the Eastern Nagaland Peoples' Organisation (ENPO), which represents eight recognised Naga tribes across six eastern districts, aims to accelerate progress and ensure inclusive growth in the area.

2026-02-06T03:16:30.166828+00:00 IST

Special Cell arrests member of Manoj Morkhedia Gang

The Special Cell team has arrested wanted criminal Mohit, an active member of the Manoj Morkhedia gang. The accused was wanted in the Narela firing case.

2026-02-06T03:15:01.203429+00:00 IST

Air quality improves slightly in Delhi, overall AQI at 226

According to CPCB data, areas including Anand Vihar (261). Ashok Vihar (259), Chandani Chowk (240), Dwarka Sector 8 (273), RK Puram (271), and Okhla Phase 2 (262) remained in the 'poor' category.

2026-02-06T03:06:57.037701+00:00 IST

Delhi Police reunites two missing minor boys with families

The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU), a nodal agency of the Delhi Police, has rescued two minor boys who went missing from the Mukherjee Nagar and Wazirabad areas. Both victims have been safely reunited with their families.

2026-02-06T02:55:49.909728+00:00 IST

"When the time comes, we will meet": Gym trainer Deepak Kumar

Speaking after being allegedly attacked, Deepak said, "Yesterday, some people attacked me. Afterwards, the police called me to the station, spoke with me, and assured me that whatever had happened should not have happened. They also said that such an incident would never happen again." Appealing for restraint, he added that people attempting to meet him should wait. "When the time comes, we will meet, but right now, everyone should stay wherever they are," he said.

2026-02-06T02:53:04.928346+00:00 IST

RK Puram shootout: Police nab Two robbery suspects

Delhi's RK Puram police engaged in an encounter with two criminals, resulting in one suspect being shot in the leg and his accomplice apprehended, authorities confirmed today. The injured individual has been identified as "Darinda," a suspect in multiple robberies and other crimes. Police acted on a tip-off about two criminals in the area and set up a trap. When challenged to surrender, the suspects opened fire on the police party, prompting the police to retaliate and shoot one of them.

2026-02-06T02:50:10.056372+00:00 IST

Manipur: Violence erupts over Deputy CMs swearing-in

The unrest reportedly began on Thursday at around 6 pm in the Tuibong Main Market area, where hundreds of young protesters attempted to push security forces back to their barracks.

2026-02-06T02:49:48.260890+00:00 IST

Lok Sabha to hold general discussion on Union Budget 2026–27

The Lok Sabha will take up the general discussion on the Union Budget for 2026-27 on Friday.

2026-02-06T02:40:51.283602+00:00 IST

Hyderabad: 695 Pilgrims selected under Nizam’s Rubath for Hajj 20

The draw of lots for Hajj 2026 pilgrims from the former Hyderabad State has been successfully completed, with 695 pilgrims selected under the historic Nizam's Rubath arrangement in Saudi Arabia.

2026-02-06T02:32:59.613397+00:00 IST

Defence Secretary visits surgical eye surgery camp in Bhuj

The Defence Secretary, Rajesh Kumar Singh, IAS, along with Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Command, visited the Surgical Eye Camp at Military Hospital, Bhuj, organised in collaboration with Army Hospital (Research & Referral), New Delhi.

2026-02-06T02:28:07.434701+00:00 IST

"He must answer nation": AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj

Speaking to ANI on Thursday, Bharadwaj said that when a figure like Epstein is associated with a massive and heinous crime such as child trafficking, and names connected to India's Prime Minister and his close associates surface in that context, it raises grave concerns.

2026-02-06T01:46:43.225502+00:00 IST

Revanth Reddy announces plan to curb hate speech

Participating in a programme organised by Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind in Hyderabad on Thursday, the Chief Minister said that the Congress party fought for the country's independence and the role of the Jamiat organisation for the development of the country, with the participation of majority and minority communities, was commendable.

2026-02-06T00:34:39.646162+00:00 IST

KTR slams Revanth Reddy over Rythu Bandhu scheme remarks

Speaking in Rajanna Sircilla on Thursday, KTR stated that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is claiming he will deposit Rythu Bandhu funds after the municipal elections.

2026-02-06T00:28:58.450936+00:00 IST

Magnitude 4.0 earthquake hits Sikkim’s Namchi

The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 5 km beneath the Earth's surface at 3:11 am.

2026-02-06T00:19:05.368583+00:00 IST

Congress MP Saleng Sangma on Meghalaya coal mine tragedy

Speaking to ANI on Thursday, the Congress MP described the incident as a deeply saddening event for both the affected families and the government. He emphasised that illegal mining continues to be a serious issue in the region.

2026-02-06T00:14:09.228596+00:00 IST

G Kishan Reddy flags "illegal mining" issue in Meghalaya

Speaking to ANI on Thursday about the recent coal mine accident in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district, Reddy noted that Meghalaya has no government-operated coal mines and that no coal block has been auctioned so far. Neither the public sector nor commercial coal mining exists in the state.

2026-02-06T00:11:57.049981+00:00 IST

PM Modi targets Congress  in Rajya Sabha

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Congress saying it talks of Mohabbat ki dukan' but it harbours dislike towards him and its policies failed to realise the potential of citizens.

2026-02-05T23:20:21.762981+00:00 IST

No rise in missing persons cases: Delhi Police

Delhi Police PRO Sanjay Tyagi on Thursday said that, compared with previous years, there has been no increase in missing-person reports in the city. In fact, January 2026 saw fewer such cases than in the same period last year.

2026-02-05T23:19:55.780957+00:00 IST

PM Modi slams TMC's governance in Rajya Sabha

Speaking in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday, PM Modi also took aim at other political parties, including the Congress, TMC, DMK, and Left, noting that they had been in power at the Centre and in various states for decades

2026-02-05T23:11:02.930291+00:00 IST

President condoles Meghalaya coal mine tragedy

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday condoled the loss of lives in a coal mine accident in Meghalaya's East Jaintia Hills district, calling the incident painful .

2026-02-05T21:34:06.670947+00:00 IST