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Result of collective teamwork: AIMIM leader Waris Pathan on BMC e

After the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) recorded its most impressive performance in Maharashtra's municipal corporation elections, AIMIM national spokesperson Waris Pathan said that this was the "result of collective teamwork".

2026-01-17T21:06:41.441137+00:00 IST

After Delhi meetings, CM Sukhu flags fiscal stress, GST losses an

A day after returning from New Delhi following a series of meetings with Union ministers, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday highlighted the state's growing fiscal challenges, sharp revenue losses due to GST and the need for special financial support for hill states.

2026-01-17T20:40:38.075464+00:00 IST

Govt committed to strengthening school infrastructure: Tripura CM

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said that the present state government is working with an emphasis on developing infrastructure in the state's schools, while the previous government left behind a burden of debt and various cases, including the 10,323 issue.

2026-01-17T20:22:20.983767+00:00 IST

J-K: CRPF tightens security near Dal Lake ahead of Republic Day

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) on Saturday established a special security checkpoint along the banks of Dal Lake to ensure safety ahead of the upcoming Republic Day celebrations. Sniffer dogs are also deployed as part of tightened security arrangements ahead of Republic Day

2026-01-17T20:19:50.813693+00:00 IST

Maruti Suzuki to invest Rs 35,000 crore in Gujarat

Welcoming the investment, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said the project is not just a new automobile plant but a key step towards further reinforcing India's most competitive automobile manufacturing corridor. He highlighted Gujarat's strong industrial policies, robust infrastructure, and long-standing partnership with Japan under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

2026-01-17T20:18:56.304437+00:00 IST

Union Minister Gadkari inaugurates projects worth Rs 4,400 crore

The Vidisha parliamentary constituency and surrounding districts on Saturday received a major boost in road infrastructure development, due to the special efforts of Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Rural Development Shivraj Singh Chouhan.

2026-01-17T18:29:00.567616+00:00 IST

Ashwini Vaishnaw urges Bengal Govt to ensure law and order

Earlier, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the first-ever Vande Bharat Express between Kolkata and Guwahati, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday expressed gratitude to him and Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw.

2026-01-17T17:45:42.123646+00:00 IST

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IIT Delhi develpos high- efficiency AC to cut electricity by 33%

Researchers from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at IIT Delhi are developing a new type of high-efficiency air conditioner that has shown potential to reduce electricity use by roughly one-third, addressing concerns over rising power consumption for cooling.

2026-02-26T06:47:25.880303+00:00 IST

ECI delegation arrives in Chennai to review polls preparation

The Commission is scheduled to hold consultations with the Chief Secretary, the Director General of Police (DGP), District Election Officers, senior police officials, and representatives of recognised political parties in Chennai.

2026-02-26T06:39:06.749513+00:00 IST

SC bans NCERT class 8 chapter on ‘corruption in judiciary’

A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice Vipul M. Pancholi refused to halt suo motu proceedings despite NCERT's apology over the controversial inclusion and imposed a blanket ban on the textbook section. The court warned that any attempt to bypass the order would be considered direct interference with the administration of justice and could attract contempt of court.

2026-02-26T06:23:04.037978+00:00 IST

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Sasikala expresses disappointment over Union Budget 2026

Expelled Amma Peravai wing of the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) General Secretary V.K. Sasikala on Tuesday expressed disappointment over the Union Budget 2026, stating that the absence of any changes in the individual income tax slabs was disappointing to the public.

2026-02-03T09:06:19.041512+00:00 IST

Rahul reinvokes Gen Naravane's memoir; LS adjourned till 3 pm

Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday reinvoked the unpublished memoir of former Army Chief General MM Naravane regarding border tensions with China, stating that he has authenticated the magazine article.

2026-02-03T09:04:55.780837+00:00 IST

Samajwadi Party protests against demolitions at Manikarnika Ghat

Sawajwadi Party MPs on Tuesday protested over the alleged breaking of an idol of Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar during the redevelopment of Manikarnika Ghat in Uttar Pradesh's Varanasi.

2026-02-03T08:09:57.337852+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi targets BJP over Indore water contamination deaths

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi today met the families of the victims who died due to consumption of contaminated drinking water in Indore and also those who are undergoing treatment in the hospital.

2026-01-17T17:42:44.322060+00:00 IST

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Old Houseboat gutted in the fire incident, blaze douses off

A fire erupted on Saturday in an old, non-usable houseboat at Kabutar Khana, Char Chinari in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.

2026-01-17T17:32:48.045705+00:00 IST

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Bheemanna Khandre was a great asset to Congress, says Shivakumar

Recalling his commitment to the party, Shivakumar said, "We had given him an MLC seat at his house. But he wanted his son Eshwar Khandre to win in the Vidhan Sabha... He was a great person who worked very loyally for the party and worked very well for the development of Bidar, and left behind a legacy."

2026-01-17T17:31:55.408111+00:00 IST

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Bagurumba Dwhou celebrates Bodo heritage, reflects Assam’s transf

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday addressed the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026 at Sarusajai Stadium in Guwahati, describing the event as a vibrant celebration of the rich traditions and cultural identity of the Bodo community.

2026-01-17T17:30:22.501012+00:00 IST

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PM Modi speaks with students on board Vande Bharat sleeper train

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday interacted with students after flagging off the first Vande Bharat sleeper train from Malda in West Bengal.

2026-01-17T17:25:27.351439+00:00 IST

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CM Sukhu welcomes ‘Children of the State’

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday warmly welcomed the 'Children of the State' who recently returned from an all-India educational tour.

2026-01-17T17:19:10.596461+00:00 IST

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CAQM invokes Stage 4 of GRAP in Delhi NCR

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) of the national capital was 432, in the 'Severe' category, as of 10 pm.

2026-01-17T17:17:17.474882+00:00 IST

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Speeding tipper lorry kills three youths in Devanahalli

In a tragic incident, three young men died on the spot after a speeding tipper lorry collided with their bike near Agalakote village on the state highway in Devanahalli taluk on Saturday.

2026-01-17T17:07:14.800967+00:00 IST

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BJP-Mahayuti clinches BMC & other, Opp flags power misuse

This marks a significant shift in power, ending the Thackeray family's nearly three-decade dominance over the BMC. The Mahayuti alliance crossed the majority mark of 114 in the 227-member BMC, securing 118 seats. BJP emerged as the single largest party with 89 seats. Shiv Sena (Eknath Shinde) won 29 seats.

2026-01-17T17:06:05.115036+00:00 IST

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Roads around Kartavya Path to be closed for Republic Day

The roads around Delhi's Kartavya Path will remain closed for Republic Day (January 26) from 4 am onwards, Delhi Police said on Saturday.

2026-01-17T17:05:12.135748+00:00 IST

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Rahul Gandhi to visit Raebareli on Jan 20 to oppose VB-G RAM G

Congress has opposed the newly enacted Viksit Bharat- Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act, 2025, which replaces the flagship rural employment scheme.

2026-01-17T17:01:32.535678+00:00 IST

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Attack On Revenue Officials Unacceptable, Says CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday said that any attack on government officials would not be tolerated, as revenue department employees in Kullu district went on strike following an assault on a patwari during a demarcation exercise.

2026-01-17T17:00:43.718125+00:00 IST

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Children in Naxal-hit Sukma attend classes in makeshift school

Children in the remote areas of Sukma have finally started going to school in a temporary classroom, marking a major shift after years of living under the shadow of Naxalism. Security forces have helped clear the way for teachers to reach children in villages.

2026-01-17T16:59:46.173603+00:00 IST

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Farmer Suicide Case: SIT inspects Kathgodam crime scene

Police Headquarters said Inspector General of Police (STF) and SIT Chief Nilesh Anand Bharne, along with his team, reached Kathgodam and inspected the incident site. During the visit, a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) team collected necessary evidence from the spot, while statements of independent witnesses linked to the case are being recorded.

2026-01-17T16:56:03.233699+00:00 IST