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'Anti-Chitta' Gram Sabhas to be held in Gram Panchayats on Jan 21

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while presiding over a meeting of senior officers held here last evening, said that Anti-Chitta (adulterated heroin) Gram Sabhas would be organised in all Gram Panchayats of the state on January 21 and 22.

2026-01-13T17:29:50.368806+00:00 IST

Op Cyber Hawk: Delhi Police bust cyber crime syndicate

During the investigation, it was revealed that the syndicate used WhatsApp, Telegram, and SMS forwarder APKs to control mule accounts and siphon funds to China-based operators. They converted proceeds to USDT cryptocurrency via platforms like KuCoin and Binance. ₹15 crore suspicious transactions were identified and victims are being notified.

2026-01-13T17:27:21.906712+00:00 IST

Delhi Court grants further police custody to interrogate Satya Pr

Saket District Court on Thursday further granted a four days custody of businessman Satya Prakash Bagla to Delhi Police to interrogate him in an alleged case of Cheating etc with Kolkata-based investor. He has been arrested by the Economic Offence Wing (EOW) of the Delhi Police.

2026-01-13T17:10:14.203349+00:00 IST

Assam CM launches women entrepreneurship fund distribution

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday launched the distribution of cheques under the Chief Minister's Women Entrepreneurship Mission in Karimganj North Legislative Assembly Constituency of Sribhumi district and Katigorah and Barkhola Legislative Assembly Constituencies of Cachar district.

2026-01-13T17:05:48.570140+00:00 IST

Telangana records sharp rise in temperatures: Meteorologist

Cold wave conditions have ended across Telangana on as recorded on Tuesday, temperatures surged across the state over the last 48 hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), most regions are experiencing weather two to five degrees warmer than usual for this time of year.

2026-01-13T17:03:08.673221+00:00 IST

South African and Grenadian delegates celebrate Lohri with LS Speaker Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met parliamentary delegations from South Africa and the Caribbean nation of Grenada, who are in India on the occasion of the 28th Commonwealth Speakers and Presiding Officers Conference (CSPOC). The Speaker extended a warm welcome to the delegation led by L Govender, Deputy Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces of the South African Parliament, Vice-Chairperson Annelie Lotriet, and Dessima Williams, President of the Senate of Grenada.

2026-01-13T16:43:53.283248+00:00 IST

HRTC is a public service institution, not a profit-driven entity

The Deputy Chief Minister and Transport Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Mukesh Agnihotri on Tuesday said that the Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) should not be viewed merely through the prism of profit and loss, asserting that the state-run transporter is a public service institution with a deep emotional connect with the people of the state.

2026-01-13T16:42:51.133907+00:00 IST

Deendayal Port Authority secures 2nd position

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, put up an impressive and engaging performance at the 25th All India Major Ports Cultural Competition, held at Paradip Port Authority from January 8 to 11, 2026. Showcasing talent, the DPA contingent secured the Second Overall Position among major ports from across the country.

2026-01-13T16:33:38.392073+00:00 IST

Rohini Court issues notice on wrestler Sushil Kumar’s bail plea

Rohini Court on Tuesday issued a notice to Delhi Police on Olympic Wrestler Sushil Kumar's application for regular bail in wrestler Sagar Dhankar's murder case. He had moved the application in view of the changed circumstances in the case.

2026-01-13T16:32:17.932415+00:00 IST

Hyderabad hosts global kite and sweet festival with participants

He said participants from nearly 40 countries and about 25 Indian states are part of the event. Speaking to the media, the minister said international participants have brought unique varieties of kites, while several Indian states are showcasing their own traditional styles.

2026-01-13T16:25:19.277874+00:00 IST

Salon fire tragedy: Human remains sent for DNA test, rescue opera

Rescue and search operations resumed on Tuesday at the site of the devastating fire in Arki town of Himachal Pradesh's Solan district, even as investigators recovered smaller human bodily remains from the debris, officials said.

2026-01-13T16:18:14.674731+00:00 IST

Mahadev Online Book case: ED attaches properties worth Rs 21.4 Cr

The attached assets include movable properties valued at Rs 98.55 lakh and 27 immovable properties, including residential houses, commercial shops, agricultural land, and luxury apartments located in India and Dubai, collectively valued at Rs 20.46 crore.

2026-01-13T16:11:29.112427+00:00 IST

Karnataka LoP criticises Congress govt for 'missing' Merz's visit

Karnataka Assembly Leader of Opposition R Ashoka criticised the state government's top leadership for "prioritising" party leader Rahul Gandhi's transit at Mysuru airport over German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit.

2026-01-13T16:10:07.778096+00:00 IST

Himachal’s interests supreme, no compromise will be tolerated

Vikramaditya Singh on Tuesday firmly stood by his controversial social media post targeting the conduct of some All India Services officers, saying his remarks were correct and aimed solely at protecting the interests of the state and its people.

2026-01-13T16:08:19.273415+00:00 IST

Karuna Abhiyan initiative: Gujarat CM visits Wildlife Care Centre

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, accompanied by Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia, on Tuesday visited the Wildlife Care Centre in Ahmedabad's Bodakdev area, which is functioning under the statewide Karuna Abhiyan initiative aimed at preventing injuries to birds caused by kite strings during the Uttarayan festival and ensuring timely treatment and care for injured birds.

2026-01-13T15:50:46.083190+00:00 IST

Op Sindoor: Pakistan’s decision-making cycle completely disrupted

"The first turning point was the 22-minute strike we carried out on the terror targets. The strike has caused their decision-making cycle was completely disrupted, and it took them time to understand what was happening...this led to mismanagement as they started throwing stones, missiles...we gave a calibrated response to them, because we don't want to increase the war, because we attained our politico-military aim..," he said.

2026-01-13T15:44:36.679659+00:00 IST

UP: Administration makes special arrangements for Makar Sankranti

The second sacred bathing ritual (snan) of Magh Mela will be held on Makar Sankranti, on January 15 in Prayagraj. After the successful Paush Purnima snan, in which over 31 lakh devotees took a holy dip, the Mela administration has stepped up preparations for the upcoming Makar Sankranti Snan.

2026-01-13T15:28:48.315146+00:00 IST

NIA chargeaheets 3rd accused in Naxal's NRB revival case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday filed a chargesheet against the third accused in a case related to an attempt to revive the Naxal Northern Regional Bureau (NRB).

2026-01-13T15:03:34.211960+00:00 IST

Central Sanskrit University launches Ayurveda Gurukulam Affiliati

In a significant and historic step toward the evolution of Ayurvedic education, Central Sanskrit University (CSU), New Delhi, has formally launched the Ayurveda Gurukulam Affiliation Portal and detailed operational guidelines. The launching ceremony took place at the university's 'Saraswat Sabhagar.'

2026-01-13T14:48:17.213191+00:00 IST

MP Cabinet approves implementation of SpaceTech Policy–2026

The policy will promote innovation in satellite manufacturing, geospatial analysis, and downstream applications. Over the next five years, the policy is expected to attract Rs 1,000 crore investment and generate approximately 8,000 jobs, with an estimated financial implication of Rs 628 crore.

2026-01-13T14:43:43.834138+00:00 IST

“If Bengal had 60% Muslims, no Banerjee would become CM: Sukanta

Union Minister and Balurghat MP Sukanta Majumdar accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of "pushing" for a demographic change in the state, warning that if it happens, then "no Banerjee or Chatterjee will ever become the CM."

2026-01-13T14:29:21.831064+00:00 IST