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Chhattisgarh: Nine Maoists with ₹47 lakh bounty surrender

Nine Maoists carrying a total bounty of ₹47 lakh surrendered in Chhattisgarh along with a cache of weapons and equipment, Odisha Police said on Friday.

2026-01-23T17:45:43.691441+00:00 IST

Pamban Railway Bridge removal begins; Locals seek preservation

The process to dismantle the century-old Pamban Railway Bridge, India's first sea bridge built in 1914, has commenced following the commissioning of the new Pamban rail bridge.

2026-01-23T17:45:13.901030+00:00 IST

January snowfall a boon for farmers and tourism: HP CM

CM Sukhu invited tourists to visit the hill state and enjoy the snowfall, saying it would help boost the ongoing tourism season and strengthen the local economy.

2026-01-23T17:36:07.767744+00:00 IST

Vice President attends Parakram Diwas celebrations in Kolkata

Addressing the gathering, the Vice-President said that Parakram Diwas is not merely a tribute to Netaji, but a transmission of courage across generations. He recalled Netaji's conscious choice of sacrifice over comfort, including his refusal to accept a prestigious post in the Indian Civil Services and his decision to relinquish high office in pursuit of complete freedom for the nation.

2026-01-23T17:21:02.242948+00:00 IST

Ashwini Vaishnaw visits ASML headquarters in Netherlands

"Equipment manufacturers from all over the world are setting up a base in India, because of the design capabilities, huge talent pool and the consistent policies of PM Narendra Modi. ASML enables practically every chip manufactured in the world. Its entire senior leadership," sharing an 'X' post Ashwini Vaishnaw said.

2026-01-23T17:18:14.856439+00:00 IST

Pushkar Singh Dhami, Ajay Tamta discuss expansion of NHs

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday met Union Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways Ajay Tamta at the Chief Minister's residence.

2026-01-23T17:13:40.760298+00:00 IST

School holiday in Tehri Garhwal district tomorrow due to adverse

All schools and anganwadi centres will remain closed on Saturday after the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issues an Orange Alert for Uttarakhand for the next 24 hours.

2026-01-23T17:07:58.545861+00:00 IST

Assam rifles recovers huge quantity of explosives in Manipur

Assam Rifles, in a joint operation with Manipur Police, established a Mobile Vehicle Check Post along the Jiribam-Tipaimukh Road and recovered a large quantity of explosives in Manipur's Pherzawl district, officials said.

2026-01-23T17:07:23.883772+00:00 IST

Indian Army to showcase ‘Battle Array’ at R-Day parade

The Indian Army will present a powerful and future-ready combat profile at the 77th Republic Day Parade, scheduled to be held on 26 January at Kartavya Path, through a unique and first-of-its-kind "Battle Array" (Ranbhoomi Vyuh Rachna) formation.

2026-01-23T17:04:58.544779+00:00 IST

BRS leader KTR on SIT's notice in phone tapping case

Addressing reporters, Rama Rao said that for the past two years, numerous stories had been circulated to assassinate his personal character and that of the party leadership. He alleged that baseless claims were made suggesting that the phones of certain actresses were tapped and that illegal activities had taken place.

2026-01-23T16:56:50.586035+00:00 IST

Statutory bail granted to former TDB officer in Sabarimala gold c

Kollam Vigilance Court on Friday granted statutory bail to former Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) administrative officer Murari Babu in two cases related to the alleged gold loss at the Sabarimala temple.

2026-01-23T16:41:57.968949+00:00 IST

From BrahMos to Akash, India to showcase military might on R Day

As India is set to hold its first Republic Day parade after Operation Sindoor, the Indian Armed Forces' military might will also be on display with the famed BrahMos missile system, Akash weapon system and other weaponary, focusing on the resolve of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat.'

2026-01-23T16:37:51.202489+00:00 IST

Asian Water Bird census conducted at Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary

The authority of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam's Morigaon district on Friday carried out the Asian Water Bird Census for the year 2026, in collaboration with Aranyak, Assam Bird Monitoring Network, local bird experts, students and Pobitora Jeep Safari Owner's Association, Mayong.

2026-01-23T16:33:48.019858+00:00 IST

Kharge holds meeting with Kerala Congress leaders

Kharge was also accompanied by Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi and shared the visuals of the meeting on his official 'X' handle. He wrote that Kerala people are "yearning for change", mentioning his party, along with the United Democratic Front alliance, is determined to ensure progressive, development-oriented, welfare-based governance in the state.

2026-01-23T16:24:35.549742+00:00 IST

MP: Alleged abduction in Gwalior exposed as staged crime by gang

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Dharmvir Singh told ANI, "Yesterday, we received information that a woman was forcibly being abducted from a car in the district. Acting on it, the police immediately swung into action and the subsequent investigation of the matter revealed that it was not an abduction but the woman was part of the criminal gang. Four people, including the woman, have been arrested."

2026-01-23T16:24:11.650582+00:00 IST

"Netaji's strategic realism more": CDS Gen Anil Chauhan

Addressing students and faculty at Jawaharlal Nehru University on the occasion of Netaji's birth anniversary, Gen Chahuhan highlighted Bose's multidimensional leadership, underlining the close linkage between his political vision, diplomacy, and military operations.

2026-01-23T16:14:54.078896+00:00 IST

KTR slams Congress government after 8-hour SIT enquiry

Speaking to the media after an over eight-hour-long questioning by the SIT, KTR said he fully cooperated with the enquiry and answered all questions posed during the seven-and-a-half-hour session. However, he described the exercise as repetitive and lacking substance, alleging that officials merely read out hundreds of names without producing any concrete evidence.

2026-01-23T16:13:26.695441+00:00 IST

'Western concepts introduce predictability...': CDS Gen Chauhan

Addressing students and faculty at Jawaharlal Nehru University on the birth anniversary of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the CDS stressed the need for an innovative mindset rooted in India's unique strategic culture.

2026-01-23T16:06:02.117392+00:00 IST

J-K: Strong winds damage shikaras at Srinagar’s Dal Lake

Several shikaras at the iconic Dal Lake in Srinagar were damaged on Friday after strong winds lashed the area, disrupting normal lake activities.

2026-01-23T15:43:24.828773+00:00 IST

Netaji's daughter Anita Bose Pfaff urges Indians to support retur

On Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary, his daughter Anita Bose Pfaff on Friday urged Indians to support the transfer of his mortal remains to India for a final disposal.

2026-01-23T15:31:06.104621+00:00 IST

J-K: Students pay tribute to 10 Army Jawans killed in Doda

In a moving display of respect and patriotism, students of Sant Ishwariye Bhartiya Vidya Mandir, Nainsu, gathered on Friday to honour the 10 Army jawans who lost their lives in a tragic road accident in Doda district.

2026-01-23T15:25:42.956438+00:00 IST