The Chhattisgarh government has appointed 2004-batch IPS officer Sanjeev Shukla as the inaugural Police Commissioner of Raipur, marking the district's formal transition to a police commissionerate system with enhanced urban policing structure.
India's new ePassport system enhances security with biometric chips, speeds up immigration globally, and aligns with international standards for seamless travel experiences.
Get the latest updates from Nagpur covering civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political and administrative news for January 23, 2026.
Industrialist Sabu M Jacob's Twenty20 party has joined the BJP-led NDA in Kerala, aiming to break the LDF-UDF duopoly and bring development-focused governance to the state.
Karnataka High Court division bench permits bike taxi operations, setting aside previous single bench order. Court directs state to process registration applications.
Unexpected rainfall in Delhi on Friday cast a shadow over the full dress rehearsal for the Republic Day parade, affecting preparations and raising concerns about weather conditions for the main event.
Karnataka High Court has permitted bike taxis to operate, directing the state government to issue necessary permits while allowing transport authorities to examine vehicle registration aspects.
Following recent municipal elections, Pune revenue division initiates the formal process to elect mayors for six corporations including Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad, with a 15-day timeline expected for actual elections.
Congress high command warns Punjab leaders against factionalism and media statements. Meeting with Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge emphasizes unity ahead of 2027 polls.
China maintains significant economic interests in Venezuela that the US cannot ignore. India must learn to engage proactively in global affairs to protect its strategic interests effectively.
Mumbai is set to elect its first woman mayor from the general category following a lottery draw by the Maharashtra Urban Development Department. The process involves nominations, a general body meeting, and voting by corporators.
In Madhya Pradesh's first right-to-recall verdict since the law's revival, municipal chairperson Neha Alkesh Jain retains her position as voters choose continuity over recall in Deori.
A 37-year-old school van driver in Badlapur has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 4-year-old girl. The incident occurred while dropping her home, with police booking him under the POCSO Act.
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.
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.
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'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Japanese Ambassador to India Hiroshi Suzuki's viral video enjoying biryani has captured Indian hearts, showcasing cultural diplomacy and strengthening bilateral ties through food.
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.
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 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.
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