Maharashtra Lottery for Pune Mayor Reservation on Jan 22
The Maharashtra government will conduct a lottery on January 22 to determine reservation for the Pune mayor post. BJP leads with 119 seats in PMC elections.
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Shinde to Honour Mahayuti Mandate in BMC, Calls Hotel Move Hype
Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde commits to upholding the Mahayuti alliance's mandate in BMC elections, while Shiv Sena downplays the relocation of 29 corporators to a Mumbai hotel as exaggerated media coverage.
Delhi HC Refuses to Suspend Kuldeep Sengar's 10-Year Sentence
Delhi High Court rejects Kuldeep Sengar's request to suspend his 10-year sentence in the custodial death case of the Unnao rape victim's father. No relief granted.
Goa Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Get the latest updates from Goa covering civic developments, traffic alerts, metro news, weather conditions, and important political and administrative changes.
SC Dismisses Centre's Appeal in AgustaWestland Case
The Supreme Court dismissed the Centre's appeal against Delhi HC order lifting Defsys' business suspension. CBI found no fresh evidence against the firm in the AgustaWestland chopper case.
Rahul Gandhi Skips Court in Defamation Case, Next Hearing Feb 20
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi did not appear in a Lucknow court for a defamation case hearing. The court has scheduled the next hearing for February 20, 2025.
UAE President Arrives in India Amid Middle East Tensions
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visits India for a brief working trip. The visit occurs during heightened Middle East tensions involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Gaza.
Japan PM Takaichi Calls Snap Election for February 8
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolves parliament and calls a snap election for February 8, seeking voter mandate amid economic and foreign policy challenges.
EC: 2.06 Lakh Bengal Voters Linked to 6+ Children
The Election Commission tells Supreme Court that 2.06 lakh West Bengal electors show 'scientifically impossible' links to six or more children, requiring greater scrutiny in ongoing electoral roll revision.
Parveen Kumar Sharma Becomes Moga Mayor After AAP Suspension
Parveen Kumar Sharma of AAP elected Moga mayor with 31 votes. The election followed suspension of previous mayor Baljit Singh Chani over alleged drug links. This marks third mayor since 2021 polls.
Bangladesh: 2025 Minority Incidents Mostly Non-Communal
Bangladesh's government states most 2025 incidents involving minorities were non-communal, responding to India's call for swift action against attacks.
Experts: Budget 2026 Must Prioritize Education Quality
As Union Budget 2026 nears, education leaders call for shift from enrollment expansion to improving infrastructure, skills, and digital learning to harness India's youth potential.
SC Orders EC to Display 1.25 Crore Voter Names in Bengal
The Supreme Court has ordered the Election Commission to publicly display the names of 1.25 crore voters flagged for logical discrepancies in West Bengal, ensuring transparency in the electoral process.
MB Patil to Represent Karnataka at WEF 2026 in Davos
Karnataka Industries Minister MB Patil will represent the state at WEF 2026 in Davos after Deputy CM DK Shivakumar opts out. BJP criticizes the move as 'misplaced priorities'.
Japan PM Takaichi Dissolves Parliament, Calls Snap Election
Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi announces dissolution of parliament on Friday, triggering a snap election for all 465 lower house seats, marking her first electoral test as Japan's first female premier.
SC Directs EC to Show Voter List Issues in Bengal Panchayats
The Supreme Court has instructed the Election Commission to publicly display logical discrepancies in voter lists at panchayat and block offices across West Bengal.
Paratrooper Succumbs in Kishtwar Operation, Search Continues
Havildar Gajendra Singh of the Special Forces has succumbed to injuries sustained during a counter-terrorism operation in Kishtwar's Singpura area. The operation continues as eight other soldiers were injured in a grenade attack.
Kremlin Studies Trump's 'Board of Peace' Invitation to Putin
Russia confirms President Putin received an invitation to join Trump's 'Board of Peace,' with Moscow analyzing the proposal and expressing hope for US contacts. The Kremlin also commented on Trump's Greenland bid.
Orissa HC: Adolescent Consensual Ties Not Sexual Abuse
The Orissa High Court clarifies that consensual relationships between adolescents differ legally from sexual abuse. Justice Sibo Sankar Mishra directs a 21-year-old petitioner to seek bail from the trial court.
Bombay HC Slams Ambernath Turncoats, Stays Collector's Orders
The Bombay High Court sharply criticized four NCP candidates for switching sides in Ambernath polls, calling them 'globe-trotting' and temporarily halting the collector's orders.
Vadodara Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest developments in Vadodara. Get comprehensive coverage of civic updates, traffic alerts, metro news, weather conditions, and important political and administrative changes happening in the city today.
Indore Anti-Begging Drive Finds Man with 3 Houses, PMAY Flat
An anti-begging operation in Indore revealed a man who owns three houses, multiple vehicles, and a flat from PM Awas Yojana, raising questions about misuse of welfare schemes.
Kavitha, Prashant Kishor Discuss Telangana Party Launch
K Kavitha engages in talks with strategist Prashant Kishor about forming a new political party in Telangana, exploring opportunities and strategies for the state's political landscape.
Allahabad Today: Key Updates on Civic Issues & Politics
Get the latest headlines from Allahabad covering civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and important political and administrative news. Stay informed with essential updates.
Hyderabad Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest Hyderabad headlines covering civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political news for January 19, 2026.
Sitharaman's Ninth Budget on Feb 1: A Historic Sunday Presentation
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman prepares to present her ninth consecutive Budget on February 1, 2026, marking several historic firsts and breaking her own records.
20th Arrest in Delhi's Rs 13,000 Crore Drug Seizure Case
Delhi Police arrests a 30-year-old carrier from Sikkim in connection with the massive drug haul involving cocaine and Thai marijuana smuggled via Dubai.
Satheesan: CPI(M) Using Divisive RSS-Style Politics
Congress leader V D Satheesan warns that CPI(M)'s divisive political tactics mirror RSS strategies, threatening Kerala's core values and stability.
Nepal Sports Minister Resigns to Contest Elections
Nepal's Youth and Sports Minister Bablu Gupta has resigned from his post to contest upcoming elections as a candidate for the Rastriya Swatantra Party.
Bangladesh: Most 2025 Minority Incidents Non-Communal
Bangladesh authorities state that the majority of incidents involving minorities in 2025 were not communal in nature, addressing concerns over religious and ethnic tensions.
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