Three wagons of a goods train derailed at Rupsa station in Balasore, Odisha, on the South Eastern Railway's Bhadrak-Kharagpur section. Officials confirmed no injuries in the incident, which occurred on January 23, 2026.
Election Commission launches ECINET, a unified digital platform integrating 40+ election apps. CEC Gyanesh Kumar offers collaboration to 42 global EMBs for similar systems.
Punjab and Haryana High Court dismisses petitions challenging PSTCL's recruitment criteria requiring ITI certification for technical posts, ruling employers can set eligibility based on job requirements.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, global leaders signaled a strategic shift from appeasing Donald Trump to forming new alliances and trade pacts, marking a pivotal moment in international relations as middle powers respond to America's aggressive stan
Republic Day 2026 marks 76 years of India's Constitution, celebrating with parades, cultural displays, and reflections on democracy, unity, and the enduring legacy of freedom fighters and constitutional framers.
India's Ministry of Power will use the Republic Day parade to highlight the country's electricity sector transformation and clean energy ambitions through a tableau titled 'Prakash Ganga: Powering an Aatmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat'.
Senior Shiromani Akali Dal Mohali district president Parvinder Singh Sohana receives Rs 5 crore extortion demand from gangster Pawan Shokeen, leading to FIR registration under BNS sections.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin criticizes PM Narendra Modi and NDA, alleging state faces Union government's betrayals. PM Modi launches NDA campaign, claims people will reject DMK.
Dharwad police swiftly arrested a 22-year-old man for murdering a 20-year-old paramedic. The accused, in a relationship with the victim, killed her after an argument over marriage suspicions.
Punjab and Haryana High Court directs Punjab government to decide BBMB's tree-felling plea for 18 MW solar plant in three weeks, allows NHAI projects with strict afforestation conditions.
The Supreme Court has disposed of a petition, allowing lawyer Mahesh Tiwari to file an unconditional apology before a five-judge Jharkhand High Court bench over a viral spat with a judge.
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Elon Musk and Donald Trump publicly reconciled at a September 2025 memorial, ending their feud. However, Musk's advocacy for solar energy at Davos highlights a significant policy disagreement with Trump's fossil fuel focus.
BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticizes Congress for internal conflicts, referencing Shashi Tharoor's absence from Kerala meet and Sandeep Dikshit's 'irrelevant' remark amid growing speculation about Tharoor's dissatisfaction.
The Supreme Court has issued fresh notices to businessman Anil Ambani and his company ADAG in response to a PIL alleging massive banking and corporate fraud, seeking replies within three weeks.
Bombay High Court questions Maharashtra government's failure to arrest Vikas Gogawale, son of Shiv Sena minister Bharat Gogawale, in Mahad election violence case. Court highlights political influence affecting rule of law.
The Maharashtra government's announcement of ST reservation for the Kalyan-Dombivli Mayor post has positioned Shiv Sena to secure the position, with BJP withdrawing its claim due to lack of eligible candidates.
Singapore's High Commissioner to India, Simon Wong, celebrated Delhi's first rainfall of 2026 with traditional Indian tea and pakodas, sharing pictures that delighted netizens online.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleges PM Modi is systematically demolishing Mahatma Gandhi's memory, citing Vande Mataram controversy and MGNREGA repeal as evidence of historical distortion.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray clarifies his political flexibility, stating it won't serve selfish motives, amid party corporators' support to Shinde-led Shiv Sena in KDMC.
Tripura Chief Minister highlights PM Modi's acknowledgment of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, urging youth to follow his nationalistic ideology, which remains relevant today.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims 3-4 daily suicides due to SIR exercise anxiety, accuses BJP of conspiracy, and criticizes EC's surname scrutiny ahead of assembly polls.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee reveals alarming data showing three to four daily suicides in the state attributed to anxiety over the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls ahead of assembly elections.
A tragic incident unfolded in Uttar Pradesh's Chitrakoot district where kidnappers killed a teenage boy after his family failed to pay the ransom. Police later engaged in an encounter, resulting in one death.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee claims 3-4 people die by suicide daily in the state due to anxiety and SIR issues, highlighting a mental health crisis in Kolkata and beyond.
Vikas Gogawale, son of Shiv Sena MLA Bharat Gogawale, surrenders in Bombay High Court-monitored case related to December 2 violence during Mahad Municipal Council elections between NCP and Shiv Sena supporters.
In a major counter-insurgency operation, security forces gunned down 15 Naxalites in Jharkhand, including a central committee member carrying a Rs 1 crore bounty. Union Home Minister Amit Shah hailed the success as a step towards a Naxal-free region by 20
A sudden spell of heavy rain and strong winds caused a tree to uproot in Chandigarh's Sector 29, damaging several parked cars and utility poles. Local authorities responded promptly to clear debris and assess the damage.
A discom engineer was assaulted while conducting a power theft inspection in Rajasthan's Barmer district. Police have arrested a youth in connection with the incident.
Delhi Police Special Cell registers FIR against Khalistani separatist Gurpatwant Pannun for threatening to disturb Republic Day celebrations and claiming pro-Khalistan posters appeared in Delhi areas.