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Delhi HC seeks centre’s assistance on UK judicial request

The Delhi High Court has requested the assistance of the Central government regarding a communication from the Supreme Court of England and Wales in the Nirav Modi-Bank of India matter.

2026-01-19T12:22:58.468425+00:00 IST

Bhupender Yadav chairs 88th SC-NBWL meeting

The proposals were deliberated with due regard to ecological sensitivity, statutory requirements and the need to ensure essential services for local communities.

2026-01-19T12:18:34.798313+00:00 IST

Bhopal lift tragedy: Elderly man found dead in shaft after 10 day

A 77-year-old man, Pritam Giri, was found dead in a lift shaft at the Chinar Dream City residential complex in Bhopal, approximately 10 days after he was reported missing, a police officer said on Monday.

2026-01-19T12:06:31.492705+00:00 IST

Cash-for-Query Case: Lokpal Requests Extension to time from HC

The Lokpal of India on Monday sought an extension of two months from the Delhi High Court to pass a fresh order in the cash-for-query allegations involving Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra.

2026-01-19T11:26:23.659971+00:00 IST

Himachal farmers gherao secretariat

The protesters also demanded protection of farmers' land and urged the state government to raise the issue of apple and other agricultural produce being kept out of Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with the Union government.

2026-01-19T10:56:49.583186+00:00 IST

"Great nations are not built in silence": Rahul Gandhi in Kochi

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi on Monday urged the public not to remain silent, stating that an "idea of greed" is embedded in the "culture of silence."

2026-01-19T10:47:28.146403+00:00 IST

Woman activist hails Delhi HC verdict in Unnao custodial death ca

Calling it a "fantastic judgment," Bhayana said the ruling reinforces the principle that everyone is equal before the law and sends a strong message to those wielding power.

2026-01-19T10:38:58.879680+00:00 IST

Centre of Excellence for Regulatory Affairs launched at IIT Delhi

The Centre will work closely with CERC and Grid India to identify key regulatory and sectoral challenges, support capacity building and human resource development to strengthen institutional capabilities and promote effective knowledge management and dissemination.

2026-01-19T10:29:36.314693+00:00 IST

West Bengal SIR: SC issues directions to ECI

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to display the names of the electors falling under the 'logical discrepancies' category in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls in West Bengal.

2026-01-19T10:21:57.631793+00:00 IST

Telangana: Advocates raise concerns over illegal immigrants

Speaking to ANI, the High Court advocate alleged that illegal Bangladeshis and Rohingyas have obtained official Indian documents like Aadhar cards, Ration cards, and PAN cards without valid proof of identity. He framed the situation as a potential national security threat and a cause for demographic change in the region.

2026-01-19T09:43:34.829631+00:00 IST

Chandigarh declared slum-free; Probe underway in cow deaths case

Chandigarh Deputy Commissioner Nishant Yadav on Monday said the Union Territory has been declared a slum-free city, with the administration now focusing on preventing fresh encroachments and addressing smaller violations across public spaces.

2026-01-19T09:34:04.751274+00:00 IST

Grassroots worker can rise to top in BJP: Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi on

Speaking to ANI here, Naqvi said, "Unlike other parties where party presidents are born within the family, the BJP is a party where a grassroots worker can rise to the top."

2026-01-19T09:23:55.847413+00:00 IST

"We will take strict action against the offenders…”: Geeta Jain

Geeta Jain, Principal of Government Doon Medical College, on Monday, stated that strict action will be taken against the offenders after the investigation is completed and a report is made in the ragging incident where an MBBS 2025 batch student was assaulted by senior students.

2026-01-19T09:19:01.469568+00:00 IST

Police arrest one in international drug trafficking syndicate

The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested a man from Sikkim in connection with a massive international drug trafficking syndicate.

2026-01-19T09:14:44.277066+00:00 IST

MP CM Yadav attends Madhyanchal Utsav 2026 at Delhi University

CM Yadav praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi saying that under his leadership India has strengthened its credibility, prestige, and influence on the global stage. India's role in the international community has been established as that of a responsible, capable, and decisive nation.

2026-01-19T09:11:26.993864+00:00 IST

Nomination process to elect BJP National President begins

The nomination process for the election of the Bhartiya Janata Party's new National president began at the BJP headquarters in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers JP Nadda, and other senior leaders on Monday.

2026-01-19T09:08:16.764733+00:00 IST

Amethi MP informs on Rahul Gandhi's Raebareli visit schedule

He said, "Rahul ji has a 2-day program here. He will arrive here this evening, and his programs will begin tomorrow. In the morning, he will meet the public. Later, he will inaugurate various development programs. He will also inaugurate the Rae Bareli T20 Premier League...He will also address an MGNREGA Chaupal..."

2026-01-19T09:06:45.900876+00:00 IST

"No Nipah cases detected in Odisha": Health Minister Mukesh Mahal

Speaking to ANI, Mahaling said, "No symptoms or cases of Nipah have been detected in Odisha yet. I want to assure all the people of Odisha that there is no need to panic about Nipah in the state. We are keeping a close watch on the districts adjacent to West Bengal as well."

2026-01-19T09:04:10.514251+00:00 IST

Delhi HC justice recuses from hearing Karti Chidambaram's plea

The Delhi High Court judge Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani recused himself from hearing of Congress MP Karti Chidambaram's Plea against the framing of charges in the Chinese Visa scam CBI case. The trial court had framed charges of conspiracy and corruption against him.

2026-01-19T08:59:18.788686+00:00 IST

Nara Lokesh arrives in Zurich ahead of WEF Davos meetings

In a post shared on X, Nara Lokesh said, "Landed in #Zurich today to a warm welcome from the NRI TDP family. It was a pleasure interacting with them and witnessing their enthusiasm and deep connect with #AndhraPradesh. Looking forward to the NRI event later today, followed by engaging discussions in Davos over the next three days. #AndhraIsBack #APatWEF #WEF26."

2026-01-19T08:58:56.318666+00:00 IST

Army havildar killed during anti-terror operation in Kishtwar

An army havildar was martyred in an ongoing encounter between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, officials said on Monday.

2026-01-19T08:58:55.600241+00:00 IST