The Election Commission told the Supreme Court it has original authority over electoral rolls and its opinion on citizenship is binding for voting eligibility, clarifying SIR exercises don't lead to automatic deportation.
The Trump administration designated Lebanese, Jordanian, and Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood branches as terrorist groups, imposing sanctions that may affect US ties with Qatar and Turkey.
The Puducherry government has declared a public holiday on January 14, 2025, to celebrate the Pongal festival. All government offices and institutions will remain closed.
Candidates across Mumbai made a final push with bike rallies, door-to-door visits, and public appeals as campaigning for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections concluded on Tuesday.
Bill and Hillary Clinton have refused to testify before a House committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein connections, risking potential contempt charges and criminal proceedings.
Kerala High Court directs vigilance investigation into alleged misappropriation of Rs 35 lakh from sale of leftover ghee at Sabarimala temple. Court sets one-month deadline for progress report.
Jonathan Ross, the ICE agent who shot Renee Good, concealed his true profession from neighbors, claiming to be a botanist. The case sparks outrage and political debate.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut announces a joint squad with MNS to 'thrash' dual and bogus voters during Mumbai civic polls on January 15, sparking concerns over potential violence.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, reviewing bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, energy and more. Both sides agreed to remain in contact.
Navi Mumbai holds its first civic elections in over a decade, featuring a fierce contest between political heavyweights Ganesh Naik and Eknath Shinde. Environmental concerns and a new voting system add complexity to the polls.
Union Minister Amit Shah declared India's Sanatan Dharma and culture cannot be erased, citing the rebuilt Somnath temple as proof. He inaugurated projects in Mansa and discussed sports development.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi held brief meetings with Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar at Mysuru airport, sparking political speculation.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association celebrated Lohri with traditional fervour. Judges joined members for bonfire lighting, rituals, and a performance by singer Gagan Kokri in Chandigarh.
Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation serves notice to Surya Apartments chairman for allegedly cutting a peepal tree without permission during redevelopment work.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, focusing on bilateral issues like trade, critical minerals, and nuclear cooperation.
Trichy police arrested seven individuals, including the managing director and warden, following the death of a 48-year-old patient at a private de-addiction center. Officials have shut down the facility.
Campaigning for Maharashtra's 29 municipal corporation elections concluded Tuesday. Polling for 2,869 seats across the state is set for January 15, with results on January 16.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court Bar Association celebrated Lohri with judges, bonfire lighting, traditional rituals and a performance by Punjabi singer Gagan Kokri in Chandigarh.
Mumbai's civic administration has distributed voter information slips to 85 lakh voters before the BMC election on January 15. The remaining slips will be available at polling stations.
A detailed look at Trump's aggressive foreign policy shifts targeting Venezuela, Russia's shadow fleet, Greenland, and Iran protests. The US reasserts dominance in a turbulent start to the year.
Karnataka Lokayukta police submitted their final investigation report on alleged corruption in MUDA land allotments to CM Siddaramaiah's wife. The special court will decide on closure report next month.
A 16-year-old boy from Maharashtra stole a gold bar worth Rs 2 crore from a processing unit in Mayiladuthurai. Police arrested him within hours and recovered the stolen gold intact.
Tamil Nadu police inducted 10 transgender individuals into home guard services in Trichy and Madurai. They completed 15-day training for traffic and crowd management duties.
Nitin Nabin is poised to become the BJP's national president after January 20, following the end of the inauspicious 'kharmas' period, with the party maintaining status quo in Karnataka for now.
The CBI has informed the Bihar High Court that appointment decisions made by Lalu Prasad Yadav in the alleged land-for-jobs scam were not part of his official duties. The case involves multiple family members and officials.
A 26-year-old Swiggy delivery executive died after a speeding BMW hit his bike in Chandigarh. The driver fled, and police are searching using CCTV footage.
Bill and Hillary Clinton reject a House Oversight Committee subpoena for testimony in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, calling it legally invalid. Chairman James Comer initiates contempt proceedings.
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Prime Minister Modi warns against 'revdi culture' straining finances, while Tamil Nadu's welfare spending shows social and economic benefits. States face fiscal challenges as subsidies soar.
A detailed look at Trump's aggressive foreign policy shifts, including actions in Venezuela, seizure of Russian ships, renewed Greenland interest, Ukraine attacks, and Iran protests.