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Mahendra Bhatt on Ankita Bhandari murder case

Uttarakhand BJP president Mahendra Bhatt on Sunday termed the protests by Congress and the opposition as politically motivated, stating that they have nothing to do with justice for Ankita Bhandari, but are instead fighting for their own political survival.

2026-01-04T16:12:52.647860+00:00 IST

Assam CM honours 1,534 students for outstanding results in exams

Addressing the students, Chief Minister Sarma said that since he was elected MLA from the Jalukbari constituency in 2001, he has honoured meritorious students who achieve good results in the HSLC and HS Examinations. In 2002, only 288 students received this honour; this year, the number has risen to 2,116.

2026-01-04T16:02:39.123023+00:00 IST

Focus shifts to LCA Mk II, AMCA as Tejas programme turns 25 years

The 'Aeronautics 2047' seminar is being held at the Centre for Airborne Systems (CABS), Bengaluru, to mark 25 years of the Tejas programme and chart the future of Indian aviation. It was inaugurated by Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh.

2026-01-04T16:00:04.781603+00:00 IST

RSS chief in Vrindavan to attend Akhil Bhartiya leader's meeting

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Sunday arrived at the RSS office, Keshav Dham, in Vrindavan to participate in a crucial meeting of 'Akhil Bhartiya' leaders of the organisation.

2026-01-04T15:59:53.134136+00:00 IST

Probe happening very thoroughly: Civil Aviation Minister

Speaking to ANI, he said that there is no shortage of resources required for the investigation.

2026-01-04T15:44:33.725816+00:00 IST

EC seeks report from DGP on harassment of Electoral Roll Observer

The Election Commission of India has asked West Bengal Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Kumar to submit an Action Taken Report (ATR) on the alleged misbehaviour and serious security lapses that occurred during a mob attack in Magrahat, South 24 Parganas district, involving Electoral Roll Observer C Murugan. The ECI has directed to submit the report by 5 pm on Tuesday, January 6.

2026-01-04T15:39:10.790761+00:00 IST

“Seas were flat and glassy”: Sanjeev Sanyal shares Day 7 update

The update comes as INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built traditional stitched sailing vessel, continues its maiden overseas voyage after setting sail from Porbandar, Gujarat, on December 29, bound for Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman.

2026-01-04T15:38:37.042011+00:00 IST

"Govt is serious": Uttarakhand Minister on Ankita Bhandari murder

Uttarakhand Minister Subodh Uniyal on Sunday said that the government is dealing with the 2022 Ankita Bhandari murder case "very seriously and sensitively."

2026-01-04T15:33:10.892125+00:00 IST

CM Dhami expresses hope of organising "historic" Kumbh Mela

He further expressed hope of organising a "historic" Kumbh Mela next year.

2026-01-04T15:24:22.790720+00:00 IST

Dharmendra Pradhan attends Debang community’s 100th anniversary

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday expressed happiness while attending the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Debang community.

2026-01-04T15:22:37.909526+00:00 IST

New Delhi: AIIMS makes 1,500 beds across multiple campuses

Launched last winter, AIIMS 'Ashray Night Shelter' has redefined patient care beyond hospital walls; its capacity is to be increased to accommodate more people, as per an official statement.

2026-01-04T15:21:18.995670+00:00 IST

Assam CM to inaugurate BJP's wall writing campaign on January 5

According to an official release, Baruah said that following the inauguration, BJP Members of Parliament, Ministers, MLAs, state morcha presidents, district presidents, Zilla Parishad members, mayors, municipal chairpersons, and members of anchalik panchayats will simultaneously undertake wall writing activities in their respective areas across Assam.

2026-01-04T14:59:54.701616+00:00 IST

Assam Governor inaugurates Shankar Shaala for children

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Sunday inaugurated the Sanskaar Shaala, a programme designed for children aged 4 to 14.

2026-01-04T14:59:01.085009+00:00 IST

Amit Shah will liberate Tamil Nadu from anti-Hindu rule: Prasad

BJP spokesperson said that DMK and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) are competing to divide minority votes by pursuing "anti-Sanatan Dharma and anti-Hindu politics".

2026-01-04T14:56:10.113591+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee flags SIR in Bengal, writes to CEC Gyanesh Kumar

In her letter dated January 3, CM Banerjee alleged that officials of the Election Commission of India (ECI) misused IT systems, claiming that voter names were deleted from the backend without proper authorisation.

2026-01-04T14:20:16.963389+00:00 IST

Maneka Gandhi condemns SC order on stray dogs

The top court in its recent order instructed states to remove the stray dogs from the premises of hospitals, educational institutions, sports complexes, bus terminals, and railway stations in view of "alarming rise in dog bite incidents".

2026-01-04T13:53:06.550784+00:00 IST

Indian Army facilitates Eco-Tourism Exposure Tour

The Indian Army, under the aegis of Spear Corps, flagged off an Eco-Tourism Exposure Tour from Along Military Station, Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant step towards youth empowerment and sustainable development in the border regions, according to a release.

2026-01-04T13:38:02.486887+00:00 IST

WB LoP after EC seeks report on alleged harassmenon of IAS

In a post on social media platform X, Adhikari described the incident as a "shameful display of law and order" under the Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee-led government.

2026-01-04T13:34:17.506164+00:00 IST

"Whatever BCCI did is in the interest of nation...": BJP

West Bengal legislative assembly LoP and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the BCCI's directive to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to release Bangladeshi bowler Mustafizur Rahman from its 2026 IPL team, saying that whatever the BCCI did is in the interest of the nation.

2026-01-04T13:32:35.705016+00:00 IST

Delhi: 50-yr-old man dies by suicide after jumping from hotel

The deceased has been identified as Parvinder Singh, a resident of Lajpat Nagar.

2026-01-04T13:25:03.728393+00:00 IST

Odisha Bihanga Utsav 2026 underway to celebrate migratory birds

Odisha Bihanga Utsav 2026 is underway from December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026. The nearly 3-month-long program is being held to celebrate migratory birds at Chilika Lake and attract bird lovers.

2026-01-04T13:06:07.252316+00:00 IST