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Uttarakhand tops NITI Aayog export preparedness Index among small

The achievement has been attributed to the state's export-oriented policies, improved business environment and robust infrastructure.

2026-01-14T17:32:27.385488+00:00 IST

"Let's create an inclusive world": Sadhguru on Makar Sankranti

Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev shared a special message on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and said, "This is an inclusive festival; everything involved in the agricultural process is part of this festival,

2026-01-14T17:22:46.099666+00:00 IST

Delhi HC mobilises civic bodies, immediate shelter to homeless

A division bench headed by Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya, with Justice Tejas Karia, ordered the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB) to forthwith take over subways located around major hospitals and convert them into temporary night shelters with beds and basic facilities.

2026-01-14T17:19:05.366073+00:00 IST

Karnataka Minister MB Patil on allegations over German Chancellor

"The German Chancellor had his own pre-scheduled program. There was no interaction with the Chief Minister," MB Patil said. "He had just arrived from Ahmedabad. He didn't even come to the reception lounge. If there had been any interaction with the Chief Minister, he would have been there," he added.

2026-01-14T17:09:12.144661+00:00 IST

MP CM reviews implementation of ‘Sankalp se Samadhan’ campaign

CM Yadav stated that the 'Sankalp se Samadhan' Campaign has been launched with the objective of ensuring easy access to welfare-oriented beneficiary schemes for the general public.

2026-01-14T17:05:57.822194+00:00 IST

Man dies after getting caught in Chinese 'manjha'

A man died after getting caught in the kite string (Chinese manjha) as he was flying a kite while riding a bike on the road on the occasion of Makar Sankranti in Bidar.

2026-01-14T17:04:57.464455+00:00 IST

Jal Shakti Minister CR Paatil inaugurates aquatic biodiversity

Union Minister for Jal Shakti, C. R. Paatil, reaffirmed the Government of India's commitment to protecting rivers not merely as channels of water, but as life-supporting ecosystems. Emphasising that the true indicator of river health lies in the thriving of aquatic biodiversity, the Minister inaugurated several significant and far-reaching initiatives under the Namami Gange Mission at the Wildlife Institute of India (WII), Dehradun.

2026-01-14T17:02:20.146989+00:00 IST

Chinese manjha injures two in Indore

The Chinese manjha havoc continues as two people get injured after being struck by a kite manjha in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, police said.

2026-01-14T16:56:29.318785+00:00 IST

Asaduddin Owaisi appeals evacuation of Indian student in Tehran

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Wednesday urged External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to urgently intervene for the evacuation of an Indian student stranded in Tehran, Iran.

2026-01-14T16:53:09.153322+00:00 IST

AAP MP Raghav Chadha spends a day as delivery partner

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha on Wednesday said he had spent a day as a delivery partner to understand firsthand the pressure and challenges associated with the job.

2026-01-14T16:52:25.911831+00:00 IST

Rajasthan: Massive fire breaks out at plywood furniture godown

A major fire broke out at a furniture godown in Dausa on Wednesday, causing panic in the local area. The flames were so strong that they quickly moved from the plywood godown to the walls of the adjacent houses. Three fire tenders are on site, and firefighting operations are underway.

2026-01-14T16:51:33.188284+00:00 IST

CM performs bhoomi pujan for water supply project worth Rs 800 cr

According to an official release, the project under the Swachh Jal Abhiyan, as part of the AMRUT 2.0 Indore Water Supply Scheme (Package-1), aims to provide a robust, modern, and long-term solution to Indore's drinking water needs.

2026-01-14T16:09:53.462189+00:00 IST

State govt to form 'State Nutrition Policy': CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while chairing a review meeting of the department of Health Safety and Regulation stated that government would formulate a State Nutrition Policy with an objective to ensure availability of balanced and nutritious food for all vulnerable groups, including children, adolescent girls, expectant and lactating mothers.

2026-01-14T15:57:41.271277+00:00 IST

India's traditional breeds of cattle are great asset: Chouhan

Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said that India's diverse traditional breeds of cows, buffaloes, goats, and sheep are an invaluable asset, and preserving and registering them is extremely important.

2026-01-14T15:50:55.534848+00:00 IST

ITV Foundation expands ‘Namo Shakti Rath’ breast cancer screening

The 'Namo Shakti Rath' campaign uses AI-enabled thermal imaging technology, a non-invasive, radiation-free and completely contactless method of screening. Officials said the technology helps address hesitation among women, encourages wider participation, and enables detection of breast-related health concerns at an early stage. Owing to its scale, outreach and technology-driven approach, the initiative is being described as the world's largest breast cancer screening campaign.

2026-01-14T15:46:08.747651+00:00 IST

FORDA urges Centre to withdraw decision to reduce NEET-PG cut-off

The Federation of Resident Doctors' Associations (FORDA) on Wednesday urged the Union Health Minister JP Nadda to withdraw the National Board of Examinations' (NBE) decision to "drastically slash" the cut-off scores for NEET PG 2025.

2026-01-14T15:41:42.998979+00:00 IST

Delhi Court rejects bail pleas of five sccused noting seriousness

Judicial Magistrate First Class (JMFC) Sayesha Chaddha rejected the bail pleas of the accused persons, noting the seriousness of the allegations against them and the initial stage of the investigation.

2026-01-14T15:38:22.653181+00:00 IST

FAIMA warns of nationwide protests over NEET-PG cut-off reduction

"FAIMA strongly condemns this decision taken by MCC/NBE and urges the Government of India to immediately withdraw this notification and restore a reasonable, merit-based cut-off in the larger interest of patients, medical education, and public trust. Failing timely corrective action, FAIMA will be compelled to initiate nationwide protests in consultation with resident doctors and medical associations across the country," the letter read.

2026-01-14T15:02:39.136357+00:00 IST

Justice Yashwant Varma cash haul row: Judge files response

Last week, the Supreme Court of India reserved judgment on Justice Varma's writ petition challenging the legality of the parliamentary committee constituted under the Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968.

2026-01-14T14:46:49.005247+00:00 IST

UP: Parents arrested for allegedly beating young girl to death

Uttar Pradesh Police arrested the stepmother and father for allegedly beating a young girl to death, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Priyashree Pal said on Wednesday.

2026-01-14T14:46:00.396336+00:00 IST

Humanoid Robots on the China border not a concern: Lt Gen Dahiya

Dismissing concerns over China's reported deployment of humanoid robots along its borders, Lieutenant General Sukriti Singh Dahiya, Chief of Staff, Army Training Command (ARTRAC), on Wednesday said such machines do not pose a significant challenge to India, asserting that wars are ultimately decided by the quality of soldiers, not technology alone.

2026-01-14T14:31:08.957826+00:00 IST