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Crime Branch arrests Tantri Kandharar Rajeevar

The Crime Branch has arrested Thantri Kandharar Rajeevar (66), the 13th accused, in connection with the Sabarimala gold theft case.

2026-01-09T16:03:36.216920+00:00 IST

I-PAC says ED searches raise serious concerns

In a statement, I-PAC said, "Yesterday, officials from the Enforcement Directorate carried out searches at the I-PAC office and at the residence of our Director, Pratik Jain, in Kolkata. It was a difficult and unfortunate day for a professional organisation like I-PAC. We believe this raises serious concerns and sets an unsettling precedent. Regardless, we have extended full cooperation and will continue to do so as required, engaging with the process in complete accordance and respect for the law."

2026-01-09T15:55:01.857055+00:00 IST

MP: CM performs bhoomi pujan, inaugurate development works

Of these, 179 development works worth over Rs 68 crore were inaugurated, while foundation stones of 30 development works with an estimated cost of Rs 133.62 crore were laid. Additionally, CM Yadav also launched 505 works, worth Rs 11.58 crores under the 'Ek Bagiya Maa Ke Naam' initiative.

2026-01-09T15:46:13.194456+00:00 IST

FIR registered in Jalandhar over doctored video of Atishi

An FIR has been registered by the Jalandhar Police Commissionerate in connection with the uploading and circulation of an edited and doctored video allegedly involving Atishi, MLA and Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Vidhan Sabha, police said on Thursday.

2026-01-09T15:26:22.915698+00:00 IST

M announces Ex-Gratia for victims of Sirmaur bus mishap

Sharing a message on X, the PMO said, "The loss of lives due to a bus mishap in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, is extremely saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured."

2026-01-09T15:25:34.491111+00:00 IST

Death toll rises to 13 after private bus plunges into gorge

The death toll has increased to 13 people, including the driver, who were killed after a private bus en route from Shimla-Solan to Kupvi plunged into a deep gorge near Haripurdhar in Himachal Pradesh, officials said on Friday. The death toll may rise, as rescue and identification efforts are still underway.

2026-01-09T15:24:23.964062+00:00 IST

AAP has a direct nexus with parking mafias: Delhi Mayor

The Mayor of Delhi, Raja Iqbal Singh, on Friday addressed a press conference and provided detailed information about the events that took place during the Corporation House meeting, according to a press release.

2026-01-09T15:03:27.399444+00:00 IST

Budget Session 2026 to begin on January 28: Kiren Rijiju

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday announced that President Droupadi Murmu has approved the meeting of both Houses for the Budget Session 2026, commencing on January 28.

2026-01-09T14:55:47.688511+00:00 IST

IMD issues agromet advisory for Haryana

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an agrometeorological advisory for Haryana, warning of cold wave conditions and dense to very dense fog at several places over the next few days, while ruling out rainfall across the state.

2026-01-09T14:49:30.888065+00:00 IST

Himachal govt to restart ‘Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar’

Cabinet Minister and Technical Education Minister, Rajesh Dharmani, on Thursday, said that the state government will soon restart the "Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar" programme, under which ministers, the Speaker of the Assembly and senior MLAs will be assigned specific duties to take governance directly to the people.

2026-01-09T14:40:00.880690+00:00 IST

8 dead as private bus falls into deep gorge in Sirmaur

At least eight people lost their lives on Friday after a private bus carrying over 30 passengers skidded off the road and fell into a deep gorge near Harpur Dhar in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district. The bus was travelling from Kupvi to Shimla plunged into a deep gorge near Harpur Dhar in Himachal Pradesh's Sirmaur district on Thursday, police said.

2026-01-09T14:36:27.429126+00:00 IST

NIDMS to be India’s next-gen security shield against terrorism

Launching NIDMS at the National Security Guard (NSG) Garrison in Manesar, Gurugram, Shah said the platform would play a crucial role in investigating terrorist incidents and enhancing India's internal security architecture. The event was attended by the Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, Director General of NSG, Director Generals of Central Armed Police Forces, and Director Generals of Police of various states.

2026-01-09T14:30:12.406308+00:00 IST

Stray dogs menace: ‘Completely devoid of reality’, SC

The Supreme Court on Friday said the arguments of actor Sharmila Tagore against a one-size-fits-all approach to tackle the stray dog problem are "completely devoid of reality."

2026-01-09T14:22:00.751086+00:00 IST

Permanent housing to be provided to poor families: Himachal CM Su

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while presiding over a high-level review meeting of the Panchayati Raj Department here today, stated that the state government would provide permanent (pucca) houses to eligible poor families who are still living in mud (kutcha) houses.

2026-01-09T14:18:47.387583+00:00 IST

Omar Abdullah supports suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday expressed support for suspending the Indus Waters Treaty, stating that the old agreement had been harmful to Jammu and Kashmir's interests.

2026-01-09T14:12:36.649475+00:00 IST

Delhi HC upholds election Symbols Order, rejects challenge to EC

A Division Bench comprising Justice Nitin Wasudeo Sambre and Justice Anish Dayal rejected the plea filed by Hind Samrajya Party, which had sought to strike down various provisions of the Symbols Order, including paragraphs 5(2), 6A, 6B and 6C, and had questioned the Election Commission's authority to classify political parties as national or state parties.

2026-01-09T14:06:40.176500+00:00 IST

No Intention to take back MANUU land, says Telangana Minister

Speaking to ANI, Azharuddin said, "There has been a lot of talk about Maulana Azad University land. A lot of people have given their statements, and I just want to clarify that the Government does not have any intention to take the land of Urdu University. The University land is intact."

2026-01-09T14:05:44.913192+00:00 IST

Delhi: Court staff protests after colleague jumps to death

A protest was staged outside the court on Friday after a court staff member committed suicide by jumping from a building in the Saket court complex, as informed by the Saket Court Secretary.

2026-01-09T13:55:55.589360+00:00 IST

CBI apprehends Joint Director of Central Power Research Institute

In a case of collusive corruption, the CBI has apprehended two accused persons, including one public servant-a Joint Director of Central Power Research Institute. Bengaluru, while transacting a bribe amount of Rs. 9.5 Lakh, the CBI said in a press release.

2026-01-09T13:54:57.090491+00:00 IST

BJP leader Shashi Agnihotri slams WB CM Mamata Banerjee

BJP leader Shashi Agnihotri on Friday condemned the actions of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her recent alleged interference in the ED raid on Kolkata's I-PAC office, during the BJP Mahila Morcha's protest march.

2026-01-09T13:52:18.811316+00:00 IST

BJP Mahila Morcha holds protest in Kolkata

Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) Mahila Morcha on Friday held a protest march from Rabindra Sarovar to Deshapriya Park against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her recent alleged interference in a raid conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Kolkata's I-PAC office.

2026-01-09T13:50:20.265081+00:00 IST