General News

“Aim to create 7 crore jobs by 2030-31,” says Giriraj Singh

Addressing the conference, Singh said the deliberations would focus on exports, innovation and future-ready fibres. "In two days of deliberations, we will discuss exports and new-age fibre. Our aim is to provide seven crore jobs by 2030-31," he said, while thanking Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma for what he described as rapid development initiatives in the state.

2026-01-08T18:46:39.742124+00:00 IST

SC asks, reserves order in Justice Varma case

The query arose during an exchange between the Bench and counsel appearing for Allahabad High Court judge Justice Yashwant Varma, on the scope of the Deputy Chairman's powers to act as Chairman and decide on the admission (or rejection) of a removal motion in the latter's absence.

2026-01-08T18:45:47.989978+00:00 IST

BJP alone gave real impetus to Pune Metro: Mohol

Union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol on Thursday alleged that the Pune Metro project failed to make any progress during the tenure of NCP leader Ajit Pawar as Guardian Minister, accusing the Congress and the Nationalist Congress Party of misleading the public.

2026-01-08T18:22:29.920809+00:00 IST

"We are being offered money and also threatened": Victim's brothe

After Kanpur police apprehended one suspect in connection with the rape of a minor girl in the Sachendi area and the name of a police sub-inspector also surfaced, the brother of the minor girl demanded justice for his sister. He alleged that he was being offered money and also being threatened.

2026-01-08T18:17:01.330465+00:00 IST

Infant’s thumb severed at Indore's MY Hospital; nurse suspended

The child was undergoing treatment for pneumonia and the incident occurred on Wednesday. Soon after it, the child was shifted to the Super Speciality Hospital, where doctors from MGM Medical College performed surgery to reattach the severed thumb. Officials said the surgery was successful and the infant's health condition is stable.

2026-01-08T18:12:54.416290+00:00 IST

Haryana CM launches NEEV Portal

Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, has said that India has witnessed a decisive and positive transformation over the past eleven years, driven by transparent governance, citizen-centric policies, and effective implementation of welfare initiatives under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2026-01-08T18:08:57.027339+00:00 IST

Ashwini Vaishnaw to confer 70th Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar

The award ceremony will be held on January 9 at the India International Convention & Expo Centre (Yashobhoomi), Dwarka, New Delhi.

2026-01-08T18:08:07.071602+00:00 IST

Gujarat CM inaugurates cancer screening van

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel inaugurated the Cancer Screening Van - Asha Van, which will support early detection of cancer.

2026-01-08T18:00:43.763403+00:00 IST

WB fake job scam: BJP slams TMC for "shielding evidence"

"Who does the constitutional head want to protect by snatching the evidence and files? She (Mamata) did it to protect those who are involved in the coal scam and Hawala cases," the BJP leader said.

2026-01-08T17:41:56.201242+00:00 IST

First meeting of 14th ‘Hindi Salahkar Samiti’ held

The first meeting of the 14th "Hindi Salahkar Samiti" of the Ministry of Law and Justice, Legislative Department, Official Languages Wing was organised at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi under the chairmanship of Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal on Thursday.

2026-01-08T17:40:58.516813+00:00 IST

Court discharges man of rape allegations

The complainant woman had alleged that the Accused had a sexual relationship with her on the pretext of marriage and had obtained a divorce from his wife. She was also in contact with the Accused's wife and other family members. The accused has a child from the wedlock.

2026-01-08T17:24:59.267417+00:00 IST

Minister of Railways rolls out 52 reforms in 52 weeks this year

Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw held a meeting with Union MoS V. Somanna and Union MoS Ravneet Singh, along with Railway Board Chairman & CEO and senior officials at Rail Bhavan, New Delhi. In this meeting, it has been decided to bring major reforms in Railways, aiming for 52 reforms this year.

2026-01-08T17:24:34.572501+00:00 IST

NIA court calls for report of financial status of convicts

He, alongwith other terrorists, had infiltrated into India to commit terror attacks in India in the wake of the killing of terrorist Burhan Wani in 2016.

2026-01-08T17:14:47.425809+00:00 IST

Arunachal Pradesh government to buy 40 mobile medical units

The state cabinet approved the procurement of 40 Mobile Medical Units under the Vibrant Villages Programme (funded by MHA) through HLL Lifecare Ltd., with operational support to be funded under the National Health Mission.

2026-01-08T17:13:35.070223+00:00 IST

J-K: HM directs forces to continue counter terror operations

Shah also directed all security agencies to "remain alert and continue to work in synergy to ensure that the gains achieved after abrogation of Article 370 are sustained and we achieve the goal of 'terror-free J&K' at the earliest."

2026-01-08T17:12:07.417883+00:00 IST

Party's high command can decide the future leader of the state

Minister MB Patil on Thursday addressed the ongoing discussion about Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's tenure and stated that the party's high command can decide the future of the state's leadership. Minister MB Patil responded to the issue of full-time CM Siddaramaiah and said, "In our party, the high command is the supreme. Whatever the high command says is final, and that what I said is of no value, even Siddaramaiah, DK Shivakumar, and all told it."

2026-01-08T17:07:53.982465+00:00 IST

First in South-East Asia: Fortis, Gurugram, performs life-saving

The doctors at Fortis Memorial Research Institute in Gurugram successfully performed an exceptionally rare and complex life-saving Hybrid Cardiac Surgery on a 29-year-old man suffering from a ruptured and massively dilated thoracic abdominal aorta.

2026-01-08T17:01:57.602449+00:00 IST

PM Modi to interact with young leaders at VBYLD 2026 on Jan 12

The final day,which is observed as National Youth Day to commemorate the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, will mark the defining culmination of the Dialogue. The day will witness the participation of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi, underscoring the national significance of the platform and the Government's commitment to youth-led nation-building.

2026-01-08T16:43:18.266819+00:00 IST

"Your contribution towards Op Sindoor is commendable": IAF Chief

Highlighting the scale and significance of the NCC, the Air Chief said, "This National Cadet Corps now has over 20 lakh members, making it the world's single largest uniformed organisation."

2026-01-08T16:25:27.233448+00:00 IST

Odisha courts receive bomb threat, police launch investigation

"An anonymous e-mail containing a threat to damage court premises has been received at several courts. The police have taken cognisance of the matter and initiated a thorough investigation. As a precautionary measure, police checks and enhanced security arrangements have been put in place at all concerned locations. The situation is under close monitoring," DGP Odisha stated.

2026-01-08T16:23:52.107443+00:00 IST

PM Modi mentioned KM Munshi's ‘Somanatha: The Shrine Eternal’

This book is "Somanatha-The Shrine Eternal", written by K. M. Munshi in 1951. It provides a historical and religious overview of the Somnath Temple. Following the Prime Minister's mention of it, the book has become a focal point of discussion and reading, making it particularly intriguing to explore.

2026-01-08T16:12:08.269910+00:00 IST