UP Officer Quits Over UGC Rules, Claims Anti-Brahmin Bias
Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri resigns protesting new UGC equity regulations and alleged disrespect to Shankaracharya, claiming anti-Brahmin campaign in UP government.
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IAF Agniveervayu 2026 Registration Ends Today
The Indian Air Force closes Agniveervayu 01/2026 registration today, January 27, 2026. Learn application steps, required documents, and exam details for the Agnipath scheme.
Tricolour Unfurled in 41 Former Maoist Villages in Chhattisgarh
For the first time, Republic Day celebrations reached 41 villages in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, previously under Maoist control, marking a significant step towards peace and governance.
India-EU Elevate Strategic Ties with Security Partnership
India and the European Union are poised to significantly upgrade their strategic relationship through a comprehensive security and defence partnership, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral cooperation.
Goldy Brar's Parents Arrested in Muktsar Extortion Case
In a significant development, the parents of notorious gangster Goldy Brar have been arrested by Punjab Police in Muktsar district in connection with a 2024 extortion case, marking a major crackdown on organized crime networks in the region.
Beijing Military Purge Shows PLA Factional Warfare Risks
Recent investigations into top Chinese military officials Zhang Youxia and Liu Zhenli signal ongoing turmoil within the PLA. Analysis reveals how corruption probes mask deeper factional conflicts between regional power groups, potentially weakening China'
Chain Snatched Inside AIIMS Bhopal Lift, Woman Targeted
A woman employee at AIIMS Bhopal was robbed of her gold chain inside a hospital lift. The incident, captured on CCTV, has sparked security concerns at the premier medical institute.
Bengaluru's New Oversight Panel Raises Autonomy Questions
The Karnataka government has formed an empowered committee under the Greater Bengaluru Authority to oversee development projects, raising concerns about potential infringement on the autonomy of the city's five new municipal corporations.
Bengaluru Corporations Submit First Independent Budgets
Four of Bengaluru's five new city corporations have submitted their first independent budgets to the state government, seeking substantial grants totaling over Rs 6,600 crore for infrastructure and development projects.
Smriti Irani: Davos's Value in Women's Alliance Progress
Smriti Irani defends Davos as a catalyst for enduring institutions, highlighting the Alliance for Global Good's impact on women's economic participation and inclusive growth through evidence-based initiatives.
1986 Punjab-Haryana Talks Fail on Village Transfer Issue
On January 27, 1986, talks between Punjab and Haryana chief ministers and Union Home Minister S B Chavan failed to resolve the village transfer issue linked to Chandigarh. Punjab sought 1,000 Punjabi-speaking villages from Haryana districts.
Bareilly Magistrate Suspended After Resignation Over Policy Dispute
Uttar Pradesh government suspends Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri a day after his resignation citing disagreement with state policies. A departmental inquiry has been ordered into the matter.
Budget 2026: All-Party Meet Jan 27, Session from Jan 28
The Union government has called an all-party meeting on January 27 ahead of the Budget Session. President Draupadi Murmu will address Parliament on January 28. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present her ninth consecutive budget on February 1.
Search for Drowned Man in Yamuna Enters Day 2, Kin Impatient
Search operations continue for 20-year-old Vikas who drowned in Yamuna during Saraswati Puja idol immersion. Family members express frustration as divers face challenges in polluted waters.
HC Orders CRPF to Pay Missing Constable's Family Benefits
Telangana High Court directs CRPF to disburse service and pension benefits to legal heirs of physically challenged constable M Srikanth, who went missing in 2015, quashing his removal order.
Stalin's Aryan-Dravidian Poll Battle Rhetoric in Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin uses Tamil Language Martyrs' Day to frame 2026 elections as civilizational Aryan-Dravidian conflict, targeting Modi and NDA alliances while invoking Dravidian identity politics.
UK Official Faces Backlash Over Chagos Islands Sovereignty Deal
Dr. Francis Vijay Narasimhan Rangarajan, an Indian-born British civil servant, faces intense criticism on social media for negotiating the controversial Chagos Archipelago sovereignty transfer to Mauritius.
Bareilly Magistrate Quits Over UGC Rules, Claims Detention
Bareilly city magistrate Alankar Agnihotri resigned on Republic Day, citing opposition to new UGC regulations he called divisive. He alleged being held hostage at the DM's residence, which officials denied.
Delhi Police Case Over Alleged Food Poisoning at Hotel
Delhi Police has registered a case under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita after a woman alleged her food was poisoned at a central Delhi five-star hotel, with over 10 samples sent for forensic analysis.
AIADMK, NDA Leaders Slam TVK's Vijay as 'Zero' in Politics
AIADMK-led NDA alliance leaders launched coordinated attacks on TVK president Vijay, calling him a 'zero' in politics and dismissing his party as 'feudalistic' after his corruption allegations.
Recovering Ganarajya's Lost Meanings to Face Political Challenge
Yogendra Yadav explores the distinction between ganarajya and ganatantra, arguing that recovering the deeper ethical ideals of ganarajya is essential to confront the current assault on India's constitutional values and republic's swadharm.
Brazil's President Lula Confirms India Visit in February
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has officially confirmed his state visit to India scheduled for February, marking a significant diplomatic engagement between the two BRICS nations.
Delhi Traffic Routes for Beating Retreat Rehearsal
Delhi Traffic Police has announced traffic restrictions around Vijay Chowk for the Beating Retreat ceremony dress rehearsal on January 27, 2026. Commuters are advised to avoid affected routes and use alternate paths to minimize disruptions.
20 More Countries Join Trump's Board of Peace Initiative
The White House confirms 20 additional countries have signed up for former President Donald Trump's Board of Peace initiative, expanding global participation in this diplomatic effort.
Telangana HC Quashes 2008 History Sheet Against Man
The Telangana High Court has quashed a history sheet opened in 2008 against a man from Talabkatta, emphasizing that police must exercise such powers strictly according to law and review them periodically.
India-EU Summit: Trade Deal Finalized, Strategic Talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi hosts EU leaders in New Delhi for the 16th India-EU summit, with trade negotiations concluded and a comprehensive strategic agenda expected.
Mumbai Airport Chaos as Malaysian Fugitives Turn Violent
A major disturbance erupted at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport when three Malaysian fugitives, deported from the UK, became violent during an operation. The incident, part of 'Operation Jack Sparrow,' led to a significant securi
Rajasthan Man Held for Suspected ISI Espionage in Jaisalmer
A man from Rajasthan's Jaisalmer district has been detained by authorities on suspicion of espionage activities for Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
FIR Against Delhi 5-Star Hotel Over Food Poisoning Allegation
Delhi Police registers FIR under BNS after a woman alleges severe food poisoning from dinner at a luxury hotel on Barakhamba Road. Samples collected for investigation.
Goldy Brar's Parents Arrested in Punjab Extortion Case
Punjab Police arrested foreign-based gangster Goldy Brar's parents in Muktsar district, intensifying action against organized crime networks with global connections.
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