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Delhi: CM Sukhu calls on Union Ministers, seeks Centre’s support

During the meeting, CM Sukhu requested the Union Minister to take up Himachal Pradesh's projects at the Centre and extend support for the overall development of the state. He held detailed discussions on strengthening the health sector and sought central support for health infrastructure projects, including under the Ayushman Bharat Programme.

2026-01-15T17:31:26.769549+00:00 IST

Bharat Electricity Summit 2026 to be held from March 19-22

The four-day Summit, under the theme "Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally," aims to showcase India's leadership in the global energy transition while addressing challenges and opportunities in the power sector.

2026-01-15T17:31:04.781160+00:00 IST

Delhi Government creates 4002 posts of Doctors and other staff

These posts, including those of Surgeons, Sr. Resident Doctors, Specialists, Staff Nurse, Nursing Attendants, Technicians, Para-medical Staff, Administrative Officers, clerical and security staff, were necessitated following an increase of 1515 beds in these hospitals.

2026-01-15T17:25:27.270684+00:00 IST

CBI Court sentences two companies, six individuals

The CBI had registered the case on July 14, 2020, following a complaint from Canara Bank's Circle Office in Karnal, Haryana. It was alleged that the accused, acting in criminal conspiracy, dishonestly and fraudulently obtained credit limits and loans amounting to Rs 152 crore and siphoned off the funds for purposes other than those for which the loans were sanctioned.

2026-01-15T17:24:48.303437+00:00 IST

BMC vote counting to begin at 10 am on Friday across 23 centres

According to the BMC, a total of 23 Returning Officers have been appointed for the 227 election wards within the municipal limits. Strong rooms and counting venues under the jurisdiction of each Returning Officer have been designated for the process and have received the necessary approvals from the Public Works Department and the Police Department.

2026-01-15T17:23:57.070583+00:00 IST

'Need to tackle pollution through short to long-term measures'

With people of Delhi reeling under heavy air pollution in the winters, Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra has said that the BJP government in the national capital is working for short, medium and long-term solutions to tackle the problem that has serious health concerns and that plying of electric buses is a step in this direction.

2026-01-15T17:22:27.447335+00:00 IST

Indian Army sets up special medical camp on Army Day

In a grand gesture of gratitude and commitment to its veteran community, the Spear Corps of the Indian Army on Thursday organised a comprehensive Multi-Speciality Medical Camp at Dimapur, coinciding with the 78th Army Day and following the 10th Armed Forces Veterans' Day, according to a release by the Ministry of Defence.

2026-01-15T17:18:57.203494+00:00 IST

Delhi govt expands night shelters on CM Rekha Gupta’s directions

The number of night shelters in these areas has increased, while teams from the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) and shelter management agencies conduct midnight rescue operations to move destitute persons from open spaces to safe shelters. The night shelters provide free services, including bedding, three meals a day, sanitation, and safe drinking water.

2026-01-15T17:18:03.713338+00:00 IST

Indian Coast Guard intercepts Pakistani fishing boat

The Pakistani fishing boat, identified as AL-MADINA, had nine crew members onboard. The vessel has been seized and is being towed to Porbandar for thorough rummaging and joint interrogation by concerned agencies. The Coast Guard said the operation reflects its "unwavering commitment to secure Bharat's maritime frontiers through relentless vigil and law enforcement across the nation's maritime domain."

2026-01-15T17:17:14.826028+00:00 IST

"Modern warfare has become multifaceted...": Rajnath Singh

"I do not need to explain the current global circumstances? War is no longer limited to face-to-face gunfire. Modern warfare has become multifaceted. Cyber, space, drones, even TV, newspapers, and mobile phones - all of these have now become part of the battlefield..." he said.

2026-01-15T17:14:45.447354+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand Cabinet approves phased ‘equal pay for equal work’

The decision was taken in a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami. In the first phase, UPNL personnel who have completed 10 years of continuous service will be granted salary-related benefits.

2026-01-15T17:06:26.554389+00:00 IST

DHCBA felicitates CJI Suryakant, calls lawyers translators

The Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) on Thursday felicitated Justice Suryakant on his elevation as the 53rd Chief Justice of India. Bar leaders lauded the journey of Justice Suryakant from the state Bar to the highest post of the Indian Judiciary.

2026-01-15T17:05:56.743080+00:00 IST

Air India flight suffers damage upon returning to Delhi Airport

The Air India A350 aircraft VT-JRB, on Thursday, while operating flight AI101 (Delhi-New York, JFK), was involved in an air turn back due to Iranian Airspace closure, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

2026-01-15T17:05:12.677726+00:00 IST

Radhakrishnan attends 50th Golden Jubilee of Ramakrishna Hospital

The Vice President CP Radhakrishnan on Thursday attended the 50th Golden Jubilee celebrations of Ramakrishna Hospital in Coimbatore, where he presented awards to senior doctors and honoured them.

2026-01-15T16:48:08.832839+00:00 IST

CM Yadav launches ‘Madhya Pradesh SpaceTech Policy–2026’

Addressing the occasion, CM Yadav said, "The policy will position Madhya Pradesh as a leading and future-ready hub in India's emerging space sector. Under the policy, SpaceTech start-ups, MSMEs and industries will receive financial, infrastructural and research support to promote space-based applications in agriculture, disaster management, water resources and urban planning. The policy aims to boost investment, innovation and strengthen Madhya Pradesh's role in the national space ecosystem."

2026-01-15T16:39:18.563175+00:00 IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacts with troops in Jaipur

"The courage with which you took action against Pakistani terrorists was beyond even their imagination. You demonstrated your might using indigenous weapons. In the times to come, self-reliance is our necessity," the Defence Minister said.

2026-01-15T16:36:59.032723+00:00 IST

Op Sindoor ongoing until terrorist ideology is eliminated: RM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday stated that Operation Sindoor has not concluded yet. Until terrorist ideology is eliminated, our efforts toward peace will continue. He was addressing "Shaurya Sandhya" at Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur, organised on the occasion of Army Day.

2026-01-15T16:23:30.531290+00:00 IST

SC rules Tiger Global structure impermissible tax-avoidance

The appeals arose from the sale of shares of Flipkart Singapore, which derived substantial value from assets located in India, by Tiger Global's Mauritius entities to a Luxembourg-based buyer as part of Walmart Inc.'s acquisition of Flipkart. While the Delhi High Court had held that the assessees were entitled to treaty protection and that the gains were not chargeable to tax in India, the Supreme Court disagreed, finding that the overall structure and manner of control pointed to an abusive arrangement rather than a genuine commercial transaction.

2026-01-15T16:08:47.095869+00:00 IST

5-member SIT to probe Sukhwant Singh's suicide case

A five-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted under the chairmanship of Inspector General of Police, STF, Nilesh Anand Bharne. The SIT includes Superintendent of Police Champawat Ajay Ganpati, Circle Officer Tanakpur Ms Vandana Verma, Inspector Diwan Singh Bisht (Champawat district), and Sub-Inspector Manish Khatri (Champawat district).

2026-01-15T15:43:52.288529+00:00 IST

Himachal CM demands 100% import duty to save apple economy

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday took the battle for the state's apple growers to the doorsteps of the Union Government, in a meeting with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi and urged for urgent intervention against the crippling influx of foreign apples.

2026-01-15T15:31:11.905861+00:00 IST

Union Minister Sanjay Seth participates in Namo Patang Mahotsav o

Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in the Namo Patang fest on the occasion of Makar Sakranti, which coincides with 78th Army Day, highlighting that the fest sends a strong message to the youth.

2026-01-15T15:12:30.191880+00:00 IST