Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, who gained prominence during India's Operation Sindoor against Pakistani terror outfits, has been awarded the Vishisht Seva Medal in the 2026 Republic Day honours list for her crucial intelligence and communication role.
Hyderabad police's SHE Teams resolved 121 cases of midnight harassment via internet calls and 82 fake profile cases. Digital blackmail emerges as top complaint with 366 victims seeking help.
Venezuelan interim president Delcy Rodríguez defiantly responds to US pressure, rejecting Washington's orders and advocating for domestic political solutions without foreign interference.
India celebrates its 77th Republic Day with a grand parade at Kartavya Path, featuring military might, cultural diversity, and the theme '150 years of Vande Mataram'.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant emphasizes the need for High Courts to evolve digitally, protect rights from automated systems, and ensure judicial equality through virtual hearings as permanent accessibility pillars.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated India on Republic Day 2026, emphasizing the historic bond between the two nations and their cooperation in defense, energy, and technology.
A 21-year-old man in Mumbai died after jumping from the 21st floor of a building following a family dispute over his alcohol addiction. Police are investigating the tragic incident.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Republic Day greetings, emphasizing renewed energy for building a developed India. President Droupadi Murmu presided over celebrations with European leaders as chief guests.
Avtar Singh Bhasin, former Indian diplomat and prolific author on foreign policy, died in Delhi at age 90. He served in MEA for three decades and authored key works on India's relations with neighbors.
Bangladesh government accuses former PM Sheikh Hasina of inciting violence ahead of elections, condemns her Delhi speech as hateful and terror-promoting.
Chandigarh Police has issued a detailed traffic and security advisory for Republic Day 2026. Several roads around Parade Ground will be closed from 6.30 am, with specific entry gates and parking arrangements for different attendees.
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Delhi-NCR under high security alert for Republic Day with intensified vehicle checks. National landmarks illuminated in tricolor, while security forces maintain vigilance across borders.
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A 73-year-old woman, Asha Patil, died after being struck by an unidentified vehicle during her morning walk on Pashan Road in Pune. Police are investigating the hit-and-run case using CCTV footage.
A bomb threat targeting Ayodhya's Ram Temple prompted massive security deployment and investigation. Police detained the caller, preliminarily identified as mentally unstable, with no explosives found on premises.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin, on his first visit to Uttar Pradesh after election, urged workers to strengthen booth-level activity and praised state's transformation under Yogi Adityanath.
The United States congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, emphasizing bilateral cooperation. Meanwhile, Delhi implemented unprecedented AI-powered security measures including facial recognition glasses and 3,000+ CCTV cameras.
Two consecutive mobile snatching incidents occurred within five minutes in Lucknow's Rajajipuram area late Friday night. Police have filed an FIR and are reviewing CCTV footage to apprehend the unidentified bike-borne accused.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath indirectly attacked Samajwadi Party leaders, highlighting past corruption in education schemes while distributing Rs 945 crore scholarships to 18.79 lakh students via DBT.
Uttar Pradesh witnessed a concerning 10.2% increase in road accidents and a 12.8% rise in fatalities in 2025 compared to 2024. While Bareilly district showed improvement, nine other top districts reported higher numbers.
Under Jal Jivan Mission, Uttar Pradesh achieves 'Har Ghar Jal' status in 26,564 villages, providing tap water to 2.5 crore rural families with solar-powered systems reducing carbon emissions.
On the 77th Republic Day, 33 Delhi Police officers receive awards, with the Special Cell securing 13 gallantry medals for high-risk counter-terror operations in the capital.
A historic dargah at Wynberg-Allen School in Mussoorie was vandalized by a group of 25-30 people, following viral social media claims about its legality on forest land. An FIR has been registered.
Congress-led opposition parties in Assam submit memorandum to CEO, demanding rejection of bulk objections that could disenfranchise legitimate voters ahead of Assembly elections.
Jaipur police arrested three Thai women from a city hotel for illegally overstaying in India with expired passports and visas. The hotel owner was also booked under the Foreigners Act.
A woman returning from an event with a friend was dragged into a forested area near Leopard Trail in Gurgaon's Aravalis and allegedly sexually assaulted after midnight on Saturday. Police have arrested a 25-year-old suspect.
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer reveals 3.5 crore eligible citizens remain unregistered despite 12.55 crore voters. Low awareness and voluntary enrollment cited as key challenges.
Nagaur police raided a farmhouse, seizing nearly 10,000kg of ammonium nitrate and explosives-making materials, arresting Suleman Khan for illegal storage and trafficking.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses BJP of arrogance, damaging temples and idols during Varanasi road widening and ghat renovation, calling for social boycott.