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Ashish Sood after SC rejected bail of Delhi riots accused

The Supreme Court on Monday denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in a case about an alleged larger conspiracy behind the 2020 north-east Delhi riots.

2026-01-05T18:07:46.799156+00:00 IST

Environment Minister slams AAP for air pollution protests

"Under CM Rekha Gupta ji's leadership, Delhi has registered more 'Good Air Days' and a measurable improvement in air quality compared to previous years. This is the result of sustained efforts and a scientific approach towards pollution control that our government has adopted," the Minister emphasised.

2026-01-05T18:05:28.844111+00:00 IST

"Will Hindus in Bangladesh get more security?": Adhir Ranjan

As the controversy erupted surrounding the removal of Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the Kolkata Knight Riders squad, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury questioned whether this action would improve the security of Hindus in Bangladesh.

2026-01-05T17:37:27.032857+00:00 IST

Unnao case victim seeks CBI intervention over viral harassment

The survivor of the Unnao case has submitted an application to the CBI, highlighting that her private posts are being circulated on Facebook and Instagram to expose her identity and intimidate her. "The supporters of the convict are intentionally scraping my images to reveal who I am; this isn't just harassment, it is a deliberate attempt to put a target on my back and endanger my children," the victim said.

2026-01-05T17:22:41.726391+00:00 IST

Ex-CEA says US-Venezuela tensions "won't imapct oil market"

"The only thing I can say is that people say there won't be much of an impact on the oil market," CEA said.

2026-01-05T17:17:06.268889+00:00 IST

Himachal CM Sukhu reviews Milkfed functioning

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday chaired a review meeting of Himachal Pradesh Cooperative Milk Producers Federation Limited (Milkfed) in Shimla.

2026-01-05T16:59:08.719592+00:00 IST

SC decison denying bail to Khalid, Sharjeel Imam is wrong: Dalwai

The Supreme Court on Monday denied bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in a case pertaining to an alleged larger conspiracy behind the 2020 north-east Delhi riots

2026-01-05T16:49:20.419677+00:00 IST

Delhi Govt signs transformational MoU with RBI

In a historic and far-reaching reform that fundamentally reshapes Delhi's public financial management framework, the Government of NCT of Delhi on Monday signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Reserve Bank of India. The agreement represents a decisive break from past practices and ushers Delhi into a new era of fiscal prudence, institutional discipline, and infrastructure-led economic growth, the Chief Minister's Office said in a press release.

2026-01-05T16:40:57.414269+00:00 IST

Aniruddhacharya lauds Mustafizur Rahman's exclusion from KKR

"A player expressing his opposition to the atrocities being committed against minorities is as important as that nation's stand...Did this player say a word against the perpetrators who killed Hindus? Did he say anything to support Hindus?" Aniruddhacharya questioned.

2026-01-05T16:37:07.377777+00:00 IST

Assam CM launches distribution of MMUA cheques for women of Mangaldoi, Sarupathar constituencies

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday distributed seed capital fund cheques involving Rs 10,000 to each of the 31,017 women in the Mangaldoi constituency.

2026-01-05T16:33:56.640222+00:00 IST

Goa CM launches new edition of ANI Chairman Prem Prakash’s book

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Monday launched the new edition of 'History That India Ignored', a book authored by veteran journalist and Asian News International (ANI) Chairman Prem Prakash.

2026-01-05T16:17:24.468031+00:00 IST

CM Sukhu launches phase-II of 'Citizen Connect Program'

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday inaugurated the second phase of the 'Citizen Connect Program' at Peterhoff, Shimla, under the state's flagship initiative 'Clean City, Prosperous City'. Highlighting Himachal Pradesh's journey towards self-reliance, he said the state is witnessing continuous positive transformation, with the government focusing on inclusive and sustainable urban development to meet the challenges of a growing population and urbanisation.

2026-01-05T15:59:31.070809+00:00 IST

Chief Minister launches ‘Clean City Prosperous City-Citizen

The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Monday launched the Clean City Prosperous City - Citizen Connect Programme 2.0 in Shimla, aimed at making urban civic services more straightforward, transparent, and accessible through a single digital platform.

2026-01-05T15:47:34.046558+00:00 IST

National Green Tribunal issues notice on illegal construction

Directing the State of Uttar Pradesh and other authorities to respond to serious allegations of environmental violations, the National Green Tribunal, Principal Bench, on December 23, 2025, issued notice in a plea alleging illegal felling of trees, encroachments and unauthorised constructions in ecologically sensitive areas of Agra, particularly around the Taj Mahal and along the Agra-Gwalior Highway.

2026-01-05T15:46:43.806765+00:00 IST

ED conducts searches in Delhi, Ghaziabad in FEMA probe against Sa

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday carried out searches at multiple locations in Delhi and Ghaziabad in connection with an investigation against Satat Sampada Pvt Ltd under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), officials said.

2026-01-05T15:18:54.428556+00:00 IST

Delhi: Man kills mother, sister, brother over financial distress

A man allegedly killed his mother, sister and younger brother due to financial distress and later walked into Delhi's Laxmi Nagar Police Station to confess to the crime.

2026-01-05T15:00:37.583024+00:00 IST

Shaina NC after SC rejected bail of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Monday backed the Supreme Court's denial of the bail pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots, saying that it empowers the government and the people of India collectively to fight against terrorism.

2026-01-05T15:00:13.019569+00:00 IST

Former AAP Goa chief Amit Palekar resigns from party

Days after he was relieved from the post of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Goa unit president, Amit Palekar resigned on Monday, citing "self-respect and clarity."

2026-01-05T14:46:33.185216+00:00 IST

Dhami takes part in review meeting on National Highway projects

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on Monday that under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the continuous efforts of Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Uttarakhand is rapidly moving forward on the path of development with a smooth, safe, modern, and future-ready road network.

2026-01-05T14:44:13.502507+00:00 IST

Passing Out Parade of 02/25 batch of trainees to be held at INS C

The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 02/25 batch of trainees is scheduled to be held at INS Chilka on January 8.

2026-01-05T14:26:33.176230+00:00 IST

ED seizes Land Rover Defender, BMW Z4 of Youtuber Anurag Dwivedi

ED initiated an investigation on the basis of a First Information Report registered by the West Bengal Police in connection with illegal online betting operations.

2026-01-05T14:09:48.899808+00:00 IST