Twenty20 Joins NDA in Kerala, Sabu Jacob Announces Alliance
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.
Category : Politics
Karnataka HC Permits Bike Taxis in State
Karnataka High Court division bench permits bike taxi operations, setting aside previous single bench order. Court directs state to process registration applications.
Delhi Rains Disrupt Republic Day Rehearsal
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 HC Allows Bike Taxis, Directs Govt to Issue Permits
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.
Pune Division Starts Mayor Election Process for Six Corporations
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 Warns Punjab Unit: End Factionalism, Avoid Media
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's View on Trump's Venezuela Moves: Lessons for India
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's Next Mayor to be Woman from General Category
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.
Neha Jain Retains Post in MP's First Right-to-Recall Verdict
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.
Badlapur Van Driver Held for Molesting 4-Year-Old Girl
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.
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.
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.
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