Kalka Mail Renamed Netaji Express: Historic Tribute
Indian Railways renamed the historic Kalka Mail as Netaji Express in 2021 to commemorate Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's escape during India's freedom struggle, preserving railway heritage.
Category : Politics
Uttarakhand MLA's Son Faked Attack, Flees After Police Expose
In a shocking twist, the son of a Uttarakhand Congress MLA staged his own attack and has absconded after police revealed the conspiracy. Four accomplices have been arrested in Udham Singh Nagar.
PM Modi Launches 3 Amrit Bharat Express Trains in Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three new Amrit Bharat Express trains and multiple innovation projects in Thiruvananthapuram, enhancing rail connectivity and boosting vendor credit card initiatives.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: A National Model for India?
Karnataka's pioneering state-level legislation to combat hate speech is gaining attention as a potential blueprint for national implementation. This analysis explores the bill's significance and its implications for India's political landscape.
Congress BMC Solo Run Cost Opposition 26 Seats
Analysis reveals Congress's decision to contest separately in BMC elections led to vote-splitting, benefiting BJP-Shiv Sena in 26 seats. Data shows combined opposition votes often exceeded winners' tallies.
India's Diplomatic Moves Amid Global Peace Talks
As US-Russia-Ukraine peace talks progress, India's exclusion from the board sparks diplomatic activity. External Affairs Minister meets EU envoys to discuss regional stability and India's role in global negotiations.
Drone Attack Threat Prompts Republic Day Security Boost
Security forces have heightened vigilance along India's borders in Punjab, Jammu and Kashmir, and Rajasthan following intelligence warnings of potential drone attacks targeting Republic Day celebrations.
PM Modi Launches Kerala Projects, New Trains & Credit Cards
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three new Amrit Bharat Express trains and multiple development projects in Thiruvananthapuram, enhancing rail connectivity and urban livelihoods in Kerala.
PM Modi Campaigns in Kerala, Tamil Nadu; TN Assembly Resolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi kicks off NDA's 2026 Assembly election campaign in Kerala and Tamil Nadu with rallies and projects. Tamil Nadu government plans resolution against VB G RAM G Act.
ED Raids 8 Premises in Delhi, Goa in Nightclub Fire Case
The Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at eight locations in Delhi and Goa linked to the Luthra brothers, who are under investigation for a nightclub fire that resulted in multiple deaths.
Noida School Evacuated After Bomb Threat, No Explosives Found
Shiv Nadar School in Noida was evacuated and closed on Friday following a bomb threat email. Bomb disposal squads conducted searches, no explosives found, investigation ongoing.
Modi Invites Brazil's Lula Amid US Tariffs For Global South Push
Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirms Brazil President Lula's upcoming India visit, focusing on trade, defense, and reformed multilateral institutions as both nations face US tariff pressures.
Japan Envoy's Biryani Moment Wins Hearts in India
Japanese Ambassador to India Hiroshi Suzuki's viral video enjoying biryani has captured Indian hearts, showcasing cultural diplomacy and strengthening bilateral ties through food.
PM Modi Flags Off 3 Amrit Bharat Express Trains in Kerala
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated three Amrit Bharat Express trains in Kerala, enhancing rail connectivity. Check routes, timings, and key features of these new services.
Election Promises Fuel Stray Dog Killings in Telangana
Recent panchayat elections in Telangana saw candidates vowing to eliminate threats from stray dogs and monkeys, resulting in widespread poisoning of dogs while monkeys are relocated to forests.
TOI's IFR 2026 Contest: Identify Navy Ships, Win Prizes
TOI partners with Eastern Naval Command for a 4-week contest where readers identify Indian Navy ships from cutouts. Winners get naval memorabilia. Submit entries by Jan 24, 2026.
AP Woman, Lover Kill Husband After Drugging Biryani
A woman in Andhra Pradesh's Chiluvur village allegedly murdered her husband with her boyfriend's help by lacing his biryani with sleeping pills and suffocating him. Police arrested the wife and detained the boyfriend after relatives noticed suspicious inj
Bomb Threats at Noida, Ahmedabad Schools Before Republic Day
Schools in Noida and Ahmedabad received bomb threats just days before Republic Day celebrations. Authorities are investigating as security measures are heightened nationwide.
LDA Approves New STPs to Stop Gomti River Pollution
Lucknow Development Authority has allocated land for two new sewage treatment plants in Jiamau and Wazirganj areas as part of Namami Gange project to prevent untreated sewage from flowing into Gomti River.
EC Orders FIR Against Trinamool MLA for Vandalism, Hate Speech
The Election Commission directs Murshidabad DEO to file FIR against Farakka MLA Manirul Islam for alleged vandalism of BDO office and hate speech targeting EC.
Pune EOW Arrests Director in Rs 15 Crore Investment Fraud
Economic Offences Wing arrests Prashant Gawali for allegedly duping 30+ investors of Rs 15 crore through fake agricultural export schemes promising high returns.
Maharashtra Mayoral Lottery Sparks Political Negotiations Across 29 Corporations
Following the declaration of mayoral reservations via lottery, intense political negotiations are underway across Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporations. Pune, Nashik, Mumbai, and six others will have women mayors from the general category, while parties
Karnataka Governor's 2-Line Address Triggers Constitutional Row
Karnataka Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot reduced his legislative address to just two lines, sparking protests and accusations of constitutional violation from the Congress government.
Schools in Noida, Ahmedabad Evacuated Over Bomb Threats
Shiv Nadar School in Noida and multiple schools in Ahmedabad were evacuated after receiving bomb threats via email. Police and bomb squads conducted searches, with no explosives found so far.
Chandigarh Mayoral Election: Triangular Contest Between BJP, Congress, AAP
Chandigarh's municipal corporation witnesses its first-ever triangular mayoral contest as BJP, Congress, and AAP file separate nominations, ending speculation of opposition alliance. BJP enjoys numerical advantage while independent candidate adds intrigue
Six Arrested in Ghaziabad Bag Snatching, Rs 67,500 Recovered
Ghaziabad police arrested six men for snatching a bag containing Rs 2.5 lakh from a businessman in Loni Border. The accused, all Loni residents, were apprehended by SWAT and police teams, with Rs 67,500 cash and weapons seized.
Ghaziabad Civic Hazards: Safety Risks from Unsecured Work Sites
Following Noida engineer's death, Ghaziabad residents report dangerous conditions with open drains, unbarricaded excavations, and lack of safety measures in residential areas.
Passport Wait Times: 4 Days in Goa, 40 in Raipur
Data reveals stark disparities in passport issuance times across India, with Goa and Kerala fastest at 4-5 days, while Chhattisgarh's Raipur takes 40 days. Police verification delays add to challenges.
Trump Thanks Xi for TikTok Deal, Hails 'American Patriots' Venture
Former US President Donald Trump praised TikTok's new ownership structure, thanking Chinese President Xi Jinping for approving the deal that creates a majority American-owned joint venture to operate the platform in the US.
Congress-AAP Alliance Collapses in Chandigarh
The much-anticipated Congress-AAP alliance for Chandigarh mayoral election has collapsed due to internal instability, electoral calculations, and deep mistrust between the parties.
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