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Delhi HC issues notice on Lalu Yadav's plea in IRCTC hotel case

The Delhi High Court on Monday issued notice on the plea of former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav in the IRCTC hotel scam case. Lalu Prasad Yadav has challenged the framing of charges by the trial court in the CBI case.

2026-01-05T06:55:00.323710+00:00 IST

Tourists enjoy boat rides at Loktak Lake in Manipur

Tourists were seen enjoying boating at Loktak Lake, Northeast India's largest freshwater lake, famed for its unique Phumdis - floating islands made of vegetation, soil and organic matter.

2026-01-05T06:23:29.112841+00:00 IST

Manjinder Sirsa, Ashish Sood hail Rekha Gupta's governance

Sirsa asserted that the Rekha Gupta government had achieved more in the last 11 months than the previous Aam Aadmi Party government did in 11 years, calling for discussions on pollution, the CAG report and the Chief Minister's residence to ensure transparency before the public.

2026-01-05T06:20:14.112136+00:00 IST

CBI probe recommended against Manappatt Foundation and its CEO

Apart from the Leader of the Opposition VD Satheeshan, the Vigilance on Monday recommended a CBI investigation under the FCRA against the NGO Manappatt Foundation and its Chairman/CEO Ameer Ahammed.

2026-01-05T06:08:51.967688+00:00 IST

No bail for Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in Delhi riots case: SC

Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and others were arrested in January 2020 under the stringent provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) in the Delhi riots case in February 2020.

2026-01-05T05:53:31.538161+00:00 IST

Rajnath Singh commissions ICG ship 'Samudra Pratap'

ICGS Samudra Pratap is the largest and most technologically advanced ship ever built for the Indian Coast Guard, and the first of a series of two Pollution Control Vessels (PCVs) being constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited. Vasco da Gama. The name "Samudra Pratap" signifying the Majesty of the Seas epitomizes the Indian Coast Guard's resolve and commitment to ensuring safe, secure and clean seas in pursuit of the nation's maritime interests.

2026-01-05T05:48:02.310667+00:00 IST

Progressive Farmer’s success story

All crops were planted in the last week of October. In total, around 18,000 plants were cultivated, including cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, and mustard. While cabbage accounts for the majority of the plantation, more than 1,000 cauliflower plants and broccoli seeds worth 3,500 plants were also sown.

2026-01-05T05:43:01.061285+00:00 IST

Indian Coast Guard commissions indigenous pollution control vesse

Samudra Pratap, meaning "Majesty of the Seas," reflects the Indian Coast Guard's resolve to ensure safe, secure, and clean seas while safeguarding the nation's maritime interests. The ship represents a major advancement in indigenous ship design and construction.

2026-01-05T05:37:16.414619+00:00 IST

Massive crowd at Prayagraj’s Triveni Sangam for Shahi Snan of Mag

Divisional Commissioner Saumya Agarwal said the first auspicious bathing ritual of Paush Purnima was conducted smoothly and praised the arrangements made by the administration on Sunday.

2026-01-05T05:36:43.196565+00:00 IST

Flights to Leh temporarily halted due to snowfall

Heavy snowfall in Leh on Monday forced airlines to temporarily suspend all flight operations, affecting both take-offs and landings, an official said.

2026-01-05T05:23:59.748584+00:00 IST

TN: Amit Shah to attend ‘Namma Ooru Modi Pongal’ celebrations

The Union Home Minister arrived in the state on Sunday for a two-day visit and attended the valedictory function of the "Tamilagam Thalai Nimira Tamilanin Payanam" campaign yatra, led by Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagenthran.

2026-01-05T05:11:26.582384+00:00 IST

Electricity theft racket busted in Sambhal: District Magistrate

An extensive operation against electricity theft was carried out in the Raisatti police station area of Sambhal district, during which authorities uncovered large-scale illegal power connections.

2026-01-05T05:10:29.709039+00:00 IST

Stones pelted during religious procession in Bengaluru

An incident of stone-pelting took place during a religious gathering near the Panchamukhi Nagadevata temple in Bengaluru, injuring a girl. An FIR has been registered in connection with the case. According to a complaint, approximately three to four individuals pelted stones at a chariot during a procession near the temple.

2026-01-05T04:48:59.962725+00:00 IST

"Somnath defined by unbreakable courage of crores of children: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday penned an 'OpEd', reflecting on the story of destruction and resurrection of the Somnath temple, asserting that hearing the word "Somnath" instils a sense of pride in hearts and minds.

2026-01-05T04:25:55.822137+00:00 IST

PM Modi extends birthday greeting to Murli Manohar Joshi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday greetings to former Union Minister and veteran BJP leader Murli Manohar Joshi.

2026-01-05T04:18:30.736008+00:00 IST

Three killed, 10 injured as bus overturns on highway in Rajasthan

Three people were killed and at least 10 others injured after a bus travelling from Sanchore to Jaipur overturned on a highway near the Ahore Police Station area late on Sunday night, police said.

2026-01-05T04:10:09.219977+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hits Assam's Morigaon

A mild earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale struck Morigaon district in Assam early this morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

2026-01-05T04:08:35.359052+00:00 IST

“Sports shouldn’t bear burden of political failures”: Tharoor

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed disappointment over the exclusion of Bangladeshi player Muztafizur Rahman from the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, stating that sports should be kept apart from politics.

2026-01-05T04:01:01.445733+00:00 IST

4.8 kg ganja seized in Andhra Pradesh's Guntur, 14 booked

Guntur district police have seized 4.8 kg of ganja and booked multiple accused as part of an ongoing crackdown against drug abuse, officials said.

2026-01-05T03:46:38.789230+00:00 IST

Delhi wakes up to layer of fog as AQI remains in 'poor’ category

Several Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Guwahati, woke up to a layer of fog on Monday morning. Air quality varied from 'poor' to very poor' category across several parts of the national capital, while several flights were delayed at the IGI Airport.

2026-01-05T03:37:30.599128+00:00 IST

Lucknow: Protests at Eco Garden against SC order on stray dogs

Speaking to ANI on Sunday, one protester appealed to the top court to recall and modify its order, stating that a scientifically and practically implementable solution was needed. She highlighted the lack of shelters for stray dogs and stressed that rabies outbreaks occur due to unvaccinated dogs, not the animals themselves.

2026-01-05T03:36:45.960442+00:00 IST