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Amit Shah inaugurates India's first National IED Data mgt system

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday inaugurated India's first National IED Data Management System (NIDMS), marking a significant step towards strengthening the country's counter-IED and internal security architecture.

2026-01-09T07:26:42.437908+00:00 IST

Karnataka: 4 killed after vehicle hits parked lorry in Tumkuru

Four Ayyappa devotee lost their lives in a road accident in Karnataka's Tumkuru district in the early hours of Friday. The accident occurred around 5 AM within the limits of the Kora police station, when the vehicle they were travelling in rammed into a parked lorry.

2026-01-09T07:21:25.341273+00:00 IST

AAP MLAs stage protest outside Delhi Assembly against state govt

AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha accused the BJP-led state government of trying to divert attention from key issues in Delhi, such as law and order, contaminated water, pollution and the Yamuna by circulating a "fraudulent" video involving LoP Atishi.

2026-01-09T06:50:07.919991+00:00 IST

HP High Court pulls up state over delays at AIMSS Chamiyana

The Himachal Pradesh High Court on Monday expressed strong displeasure over the slow pace of infrastructure development and access-related works at the Advanced Intensive Maternal and Surgical Super Speciality (AIMSS) Hospital, Chamiyana, and issued strict directions to the State government to ensure compliance within a fixed timeframe.

2026-01-09T06:43:52.244463+00:00 IST

Delhi High Court rejects challenge to election symbols allotment

The Delhi High Court on Friday turned down a petition challenging the constitutional validity of The Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, which regulates the specification, reservation and allotment of electoral symbols to political parties and candidates. The court held that no case was made out to disrupt the existing statutory framework governing elections.

2026-01-09T06:40:43.105415+00:00 IST

“Kya se kya ho gaya Bewafa tere dosti mein”: Jairam Ramesh

Congress MP Jairam Ramesh on Friday took a swipe at the BJP-led Centre by sharing remarks of US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, alleging that India missed out on a trade deal with the United States due to a lack of direct engagement at the leadership level.

2026-01-09T06:28:17.610970+00:00 IST

Delhi Police arrest 1 more accused in Turkman stone pelting case

Visuals from the site from earlier this morning showed debris clearance work underway near the Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid, with security personnel maintaining a strict vigil across the area.

2026-01-09T06:13:08.225941+00:00 IST

Andhra Pradesh: Fire broke out at  Kanchikacherla Tahsildar's

police have launched an investigation into the incident and are examining CCTV footage as part of the probe: P. Viswanadh, Station House Officer (SHO) and Sub-Inspector of Police at the Kanchikacherla Police Station

2026-01-09T06:12:12.196347+00:00 IST

BJP’s  Prakash Reddy slams Congress party amid langauge row

BJP spokesperson Prakash Reddy on Friday criticised Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's remarks on language policy, accusing the Congress of trying to divide people on linguistic lines.

2026-01-09T06:09:48.494780+00:00 IST

Bhopal slaughterhouse sealed after report confirms banned meat

Acting on the complaint, police seized the meat and sent samples for laboratory testing. After the report confirmed the presence of the prohibited meat, the BMC sealed the slaughterhouse from where it was allegedly sourced.

2026-01-09T06:04:58.085904+00:00 IST

Gujarat: Fire breaks out after two trucks collide on Godhra-Ahmed

A fire broke out after two trucks collided head-on near Dr Na Muvada village on the Godhra-Ahmedabad National Highway in Gujarat early Friday morning.

2026-01-09T05:43:42.783461+00:00 IST

Bomb disposal squads deployed after bomb threat in Odisha

Deputy Commissioner of Police Khilari Rishikesh Dnyandeo said that special bomb disposal squads, dog squads, and additional security teams have been mobilised as part of standard operating procedures. "A message was received from a security point of view, and since it is a sensitive matter, standard security drills are being carried out as per protocol to thoroughly check the premises. Security agencies are continuing inspections as part of the drill," he said, adding that inspections were ongoing and further details were awaited as authorities assessed the threat.

2026-01-09T05:18:55.389109+00:00 IST

E. Coli bacteria found in 4 locations, slaughterhouse sealed

Following the recent incidents in Bhopal and Indore, contaminated water has been found in several areas of Bhopal, with the municipal corporation's investigation report confirming the presence of E. coli at four locations.

2026-01-09T05:08:10.479747+00:00 IST

GUJ: CM Patel inaugurates 20th Grand Property Show-Olympiad

While inaugurating the Property Show at the GMDC Ground in Ahmedabad, to be held from January 9 to 11, 2026, the Chief Minister said the day is historic for both the state and the nation. He noted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Somnath Swabhiman Parv has begun, symbolising India's enduring faith, culture and pride. He said that the Somnath Temple is not just a religious site but a symbol of India's self-confidence and self-respect. Despite repeated attempts in history to weaken the nation's culture, India has always risen stronger and made its mark globally.

2026-01-09T04:55:26.977819+00:00 IST

Centre appoints Anand Swaroop and Anupama Nilekar

The Central government has appointed senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officers Anand Swaroop and Anupama Nilekar Chandra to key posts in the Ministry of Home Affairs and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), respectively.

2026-01-09T04:38:35.308130+00:00 IST

Verification ongoing for Kogilu house allotments: K'taka Minister

Karnataka Minister Krishna Byre Gowda on Thursday addressed the ongoing Kogilu house allotment issue under the Rajiv Gandhi Housing scheme, stating that the verification process by multiple departments is still in progress and no allotments will take place until eligibility is confirmed as per guidelines.

2026-01-09T04:32:02.269590+00:00 IST

Delhi: Security stepped up near Faiz-e-Elahi mosque

Security has been stepped up in the Turkman Gate area of the national capital after a demolition drive carried out by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi near the Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid earlier this week triggered unrest and stone pelting. Heavy police deployment continued on Friday as authorities worked to prevent any further escalation and ensure law and order in the sensitive locality.

2026-01-09T04:26:00.556868+00:00 IST

“This is my corruption file…” BJP takes dig at Mamata Banerjee

Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday took a dig at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for allegedly obstructing the Enforcement Directorate's raid at the office of political consultancy firm I-PAC and taking away "key evidence" from the site.

2026-01-09T04:25:02.253838+00:00 IST

"Somnath's divine energy awakens faith, courage for ages': PM

Ahead of his scheduled visit to Somnath on January 11 to participate in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv celebrations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted the enduring spiritual and cultural legacy of Somnath Dham, saying its divine energy has "awakened the consciousness of people for centuries" and will continue to inspire "faith, courage and self-respect."

2026-01-09T04:11:38.564611+00:00 IST

Police warns against rumours over Santipur idol vandalism case

West Bengal Police on Friday said that attempts were being made by certain quarters to spread misinformation and create communal disharmony over an incident that took place in Santipur a few days ago.

2026-01-09T03:51:42.137888+00:00 IST

Karnataka LoP demands suspension of police officials over Hubball

Karnataka Assembly Leader of Opposition R Ashoka condemned the alleged disrobing of a BJP woman worker in a police van in Hubballi, and demanded the suspension of police officials involved in the incident.

2026-01-09T03:27:14.810496+00:00 IST