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Death toll rises to 18 in Meghalaya coal mine blast incident

Superintendent of Police (SP) Vikash Kumar confirmed that an explosion had taken place inside an illegal coal mine, and several persons were suspected to be trapped, with 18 bodies recovered from the incident site during the rescue operation.

2026-02-05T16:36:56.226600+00:00 IST

Defence Ministry likely to discuss 114 Rafale jet deal next week

Ahead of the visit by French President Emmanuel Macron in the third week of February, the Defence Ministry of India is likely to discuss the Rs 3.25 lakh crore proposal to buy 114 Rafale combat aircraft for the Indian Air Force.

2026-02-05T16:17:51.477247+00:00 IST

ECI briefs Central Observers to be deployed for...

According to an official release, 1,444 Officers, including 714 General Observers, 233 Police Observers and 497 Expenditure Observers, have been called for the briefing meetings.

2026-02-05T15:30:32.619830+00:00 IST

Gujarat among top 3 states visited by foreign tourists

According to a press release, within this national revival, Gujarat has emerged as the third most visited state by foreign tourists, a milestone that reflects the state's growing prominence on the global tourism map.

2026-02-05T15:30:16.096399+00:00 IST

Assam CM formally unveils plaque bearing the UNESCO World Heritag

Assam Chief Minister, Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma, formally unveiled the plaque bearing the UNESCO World Heritage recognition certificate awarded to the Charaideo Moidams at a ceremonial event held at the Charaideo Maidam complex in Charaideo on Thursday.

2026-02-05T15:29:24.445878+00:00 IST

Bombay HC denies parole to Abu Salem over brother's death

Bombay High Court on Thursday denied permission to underworld gangster Abu Salem to visit his native place in Uttar Pradesh's Azamgarh to mourn the death of his brother Abu Hakim Ansari.

2026-02-05T15:28:53.017329+00:00 IST

Ex-gratia for victim's kin in Meghalaya coal mine blast

Those who have been injured in the incident in the Thangskai area of East Jaintia Hills district will be given ex-gratia of Rs 50,000 each, the PMO announced.

2026-02-05T15:27:01.225289+00:00 IST

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Amid West Asia conflict, stranded Indian students begin leaving T

The relocation comes at a time when Iranian airspace remains closed, making any immediate air evacuation impossible.

2026-03-03T06:42:15.426229+00:00 IST

Middle East war disrupts gems and jewellery trade

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East following the reported joint military action by the United States and Israel against Iran is expected to significantly impact India's gems and jewellery sector, particularly exports and imports to Israel and Dubai, industry stakeholders said.

2026-03-03T06:41:47.228086+00:00 IST

Prakash Reddy on Sonia Gandhi's remarks on West Aisa conflict

Speaking to ANI, Reddy emphasised India's clear foreign policy under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2026-03-03T06:41:32.490516+00:00 IST

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Bhupen Kumar Borah is our asset: Gaurav Gogoi

Speaking to reporters in Guwahati, Gogoi said that senior party leaders held detailed deliberations with Borah for nearly three hours in an effort to address concerns.

2026-02-16T11:13:52.419916+00:00 IST

TGHRC seeks DGP report on Police lapse in Advocate's murder case

The Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) has sought a detailed report from the Director General of Police (DGP) over alleged police negligence in the murder of advocate G Swapna Kumari, who was killed on February 4 in Chevella amid an ongoing land dispute.

2026-02-16T10:57:44.454168+00:00 IST

Bhupen Borah withdraws resignation

Speaking to reporters, Jitendra Singh said that Borah, who has been associated with the Indian National Congress for nearly three decades, had earlier submitted his resignation to the party's national president. However, the resignation was not accepted.

2026-02-16T10:20:08.183364+00:00 IST

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Will end legacy waste in landfills at Okhla, Bhalaswa: Delhi CM

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday expressed confidence that the legacy waste at the Okhla and Bhalaswa landfill sites will be cleared by the end of this year.

2026-02-05T15:17:00.708023+00:00 IST

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on her first year in office

In an interview with ANI, the Delhi CM asserted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led administration prioritised policy decisions and accountability after forming government on February 20, 2025.

2026-02-05T15:16:21.951688+00:00 IST

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Meghalaya govt orders inquiry into coal mine incident

"Profoundly saddened by the tragic coal mine incident in East Jaintia Hills. My deepest sympathies are with the families who have lost their loved ones in this unfortunate tragedy. The Government of Meghalaya has ordered a comprehensive inquiry into the incident. Accountability will be fixed, and those responsible will face strict legal action. There will be no compromise when it comes to the safety of lives," Sangma posted on X.

2026-02-05T14:50:37.010417+00:00 IST

Politics

‘Sheesh Mahal a White Elephant’: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Gupta asserted that public funds should be used for the welfare of citizens and not for personal luxury. "It's like a white elephant; it's difficult to understand what its purpose is. He created an asset for himself that has become a liability for the entire city of Delhi. No one has the right to misuse public money in this way, and the people of Delhi can clearly see this," she said, demanding that the money spent be returned to the public.

2026-02-05T14:49:28.470618+00:00 IST

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“Nehruji felt 35 crore citizens are a problem...": PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Congress in Rajya Sabha and cited a speech of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, stating that she and her father Jawaharlal Nehru had referred to citizens of the country as a "problem".

2026-02-05T14:47:32.838991+00:00 IST

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‘Mohalla Clinics were means of corruption’: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

In an exclusive interview with ANI, the Delhi CM urged people to compare facilities on the ground. "Go to the Aarogya Mandir. I am fully confident that you will see the difference I'm describing in words," she said, slamming the previous AAP government's Mohalla Clinics, which were often "small cabins placed over drains" with no medicines, doctors, or proper treatment.

2026-02-05T14:44:45.488047+00:00 IST

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Assam CM condoles death of 16 people in Meghalaya coal mine blast

"I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the coal mine accident in East Jaintia Hills. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families during this moment of immense grief. We are in close coordination with the Government of Meghalaya, and the district administration of East Jaintia Hills," Sarma posted on X.

2026-02-05T14:44:15.125265+00:00 IST

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Amit Shah attends ENPO agreement ceremony, assures development in

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday attended the ceremony ahead of the signing of an agreement between the Union Government, the Nagaland Government, and the Eastern Nagaland Peoples' Organisation (ENPO).

2026-02-05T14:43:54.158548+00:00 IST

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SC directs West Bengal govt to clear 11-year DA arrears for...

In its judgment delivered today, a bench of Justices Sanjay Karol and Prashant Kumar Mishra ordered that DA arrears for the period from 2008 to 2019 must be paid to State employees and reiterated its interim order dated May 16, 2025, under which the State was required to release at least 25% of the outstanding amount.

2026-02-05T14:13:39.608943+00:00 IST

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SC clears NBCC takeover of 16 stalled Supertech housing projects

The Court has asked NBCC to complete the construction within a fixed timeline of up to three years, providing major relief to nearly 50,000-51,000 homebuyers who have been waiting for possession for over 15 years.

2026-02-05T14:12:40.191063+00:00 IST

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Indian Army renames 246 roads, facilities nationwide

Indian Army drops colonial-era names, renames 246 roads, building and facilities nationwide

2026-02-05T14:12:07.200659+00:00 IST

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16 killed in explosion at rat-hole coal mine in Thangskai

"The incident took place in the Thangsku area on Thursday. Several labourers trapped inside the coal mine following an explosion. SDRF, police, and local administration engaged in search and rescue operations. So far, 16 bodies have been recovered. One person received burn injuries," SP Kumar said.

2026-02-05T13:45:07.885063+00:00 IST

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Pollution is legacy problem, need holistic solution: Rekha Gupta

"Pollution is a legacy problem resulting from the negligence of previous governments. If we look at pollution only from the perspective that the air should be clean, we will not get results. You have to work on dust, air and water together, with a holistic vision," she said.

2026-02-05T13:43:21.101463+00:00 IST

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Opposition stages walkout from Rajya Sabha

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Narendra Modi government of committing "dark deeds," including an agreement with the United States while sacrificing farmers' interests. He said the House would have functioned properly if the LoP had been allowed to speak.

2026-02-05T13:43:17.682280+00:00 IST