Chandigarh experienced unprecedented power outages lasting 12-14 hours as rain and icy winds exposed infrastructure vulnerabilities. Residents expressed anger over prolonged disruptions, with officials citing tree falls and weather damage as primary cause
Comprehensive coverage of the latest news from India and its major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru on January 24, 2026. Stay informed with important national and local developments.
Uttar Pradesh conducted a comprehensive mock drill across all 75 districts during a blackout to evaluate emergency preparedness, with CM Yogi Adityanath emphasizing the need for self-reliance.
Pastor Bipin Bihari Naik in Odisha was assaulted by a mob, forced to drink drain water, and later evicted by his landlord, sparking outrage over religious freedom violations.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed Punjab Kesari owners to approach the National Green Tribunal regarding pollution violations at their Jalandhar hotel, while extending status quo for a week.
The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a wife's claim for maintenance, ruling that her alleged involvement in a violent family attack that left her doctor husband paralyzed disqualifies her from financial support under the law.
Special Role Observer Sanjay Kumar Agarwal held a meeting in Kanpur to discuss the Special Intensive Revision programme, emphasizing error-free voter lists and coordination between officials.
A conflict over liquor shop operating hours erupted in Munugode as local MLA Komatireddy Raj Gopal Reddy's directive for afternoon openings clashed with statewide excise norms, prompting official intervention.
Kandhamal district administration installs two solar-based cold chambers in Phulbani and Phiringia blocks to help tribal farmers store vegetables and get better prices.
Enforcement Directorate questioned YSRCP MP P V Mithun Reddy for six hours in Hyderabad regarding the Rs 3,500 crore Andhra Pradesh liquor scam money laundering investigation.
BNP leader Tarique Rahman accuses Jamaat-e-Islami of deceiving voters with 'tickets to heaven' promises and warns of election rigging conspiracies amid escalating political violence in Bangladesh.
Police investigation reveals a gym syndicate in Mirzapur used AI-generated obscene videos to blackmail 30 women, pressuring them for religious conversion. Six accused, including a GRP constable, arrested.
This week saw Greenland escape US invasion threats, Trump's Board of Peace expand globally, and India-EU free trade deal advance. Canada shifts towards China amid tensions.
At least 20 schools in Noida received bomb threat emails on Friday morning, leading to student evacuations and security checks. Police confirmed the threats were hoaxes.
BRS working president KT Rama Rao underwent intensive questioning by SIT regarding electoral bonds, land allotments, and alleged illegal surveillance during his ministerial tenure.
The Indian national flag's evolution from a state-controlled emblem to a fundamental citizen right reflects India's democratic journey, marked by landmark court rulings and civic activism.
Four family members drowned in Chhattisgarh's Indravati River while returning from market, spotlighting the lack of safe river-crossing infrastructure in remote Maoist-affected areas.
YSRCP demands judicial inquiry after Visakhapatnam municipal engineer C Govinda Rao dies following questioning by TDP leaders at sanitation review meeting. Party alleges rude behavior caused fatal heart attack.
Taiwan's defense ministry reported 26 Chinese PLA aircraft and 6 naval vessels operating around its territory, highlighting ongoing military tensions in the Taiwan Strait region.
Western officials reveal proposals for increased NATO presence in Arctic, US sovereign claims in Greenland, and mineral access restrictions to address Trump's territorial ambitions.
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray shared a dais for the first time post-BMC polls, condemning political developments in Maharashtra as 'disgusting' and vowing to protect their legacy.
Murshidabad district administration defies Election Commission directive, fails to file FIR against Farakka TMC MLA Manirul Islam for BDO office vandalism and hate speech allegations till Friday evening.
Former minister T Harish Rao has alleged major scams in Singareni Collieries involving solar power, thermal plants, and procurement. He demands immediate cancellation of tenders and a comprehensive investigation.
Election Commission mandates immediate FIR filing for violence at Special Intensive Revision hearings in West Bengal, following Supreme Court order and recent incidents.
BRS working president K T Rama Rao underwent nearly seven hours of questioning by the SIT in Hyderabad's phone tapping case. The probe focused on alleged misuse of police wings for political purposes during the BRS regime.
Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot walked out after reading only three lines of his address, sparking a constitutional debate. Similar incidents occurred in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, raising questions about Governor's role.
Manipur remains under President's Rule for 11 months amid ethnic tensions. Recent violence threatens fragile reconciliation talks between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities. The Centre and stakeholders must advance political dialogue to end the impasse.
The Indian Air Force's Sarang helicopter display team will showcase breathtaking maneuvers at Singapore Airshow 2026 alongside Chinese, Indonesian, Malaysian, Australian, and Singaporean military aerobatic teams.
The government will soon mandate mechanised covering for trucks carrying loose materials to prevent debris from falling on roads. This is part of the updated Truck Body Code, with implementation expected within one to two years.
With Maoists at their weakest in Chhattisgarh, key highway projects are accelerating in Bastar's once no-go zones. This development brings connectivity, schools, and hospitals, but also alters traditional ways of life.