As Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's 2022-26 term nears its end, AAP has seen a significant decline from being the largest party to trailing BJP. The party faces organizational challenges ahead of the 2026 elections.
National Voters' Day is celebrated annually on January 25 to commemorate the foundation of the Election Commission of India and promote electoral participation.
A Delhi court acquitted social activist Medha Patkar in a criminal defamation case filed by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena in 2006, citing lack of original footage as evidence.
A 32-year-old man was brutally shot dead in the Buland Masjid area of Shastri Park, Delhi. Police have launched an investigation into the shocking murder case.
Ghaziabad police arrested Subhan Rangrez for allegedly performing 'wazu' in the Golden Temple's sacred pond in Amritsar. He was handed over to Punjab Police after complaints from SGPC and Nihangs.
Pathanamthitta additional district sessions court postpones bail verdict for MLA Rahul Mamkootathil in rape case to Wednesday after prosecution questions evidence authenticity.
Kolhapur forest department's intensive campaign combats forest crimes, registering 12 poaching cases, arresting 25 suspects, and imposing Rs 58 crore fines on illegal transporters.
In Kanpur's Bithoor Assembly constituency, election officials personally visited homes of elderly voters during the Special Intensive Revision programme to ensure their inclusion in voter lists.
A second-year BTech student in Greater Noida died after jumping from his hostel's fourth floor following a confrontation over alcohol consumption, sparking student protests and police investigation.
Maulana Kamaluddin Welfare Society in MP's Dhar district condemns namaaz arrangements at disputed Bhojshala site on Basant Panchami, calling it contempt of Supreme Court order and threatening legal action against administration.
The BJP, though the largest party in Chandigarh's municipal corporation, is working to secure extra support from opposition councillors for the January 29 mayoral election to ensure a comfortable margin and avoid last-minute surprises.
Deputy CMs Brajesh Pathak and Keshav Prasad Maurya address UP Diwas event, emphasizing state's progress, law and order improvements, and future development goals under BJP governance.
Chandigarh Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla visited Governor Gulab Chand Kataria to thank him for his support during her term, which saw improved coordination between MC and UT administration.
The Trump administration plans deportation flights to Iran despite ongoing protests, while Myanmar's junta opens the final election phase. Venezuela's interim president calls for opposition talks, WHO chief rejects US withdrawal reasons, and Syria release
A family in Odisha is searching for 14 relatives deported as suspected Bangladeshis in November 2025, with concerns over re-deportation and separation, planning to move court amid a state crackdown on illegal immigrants.
A 17-year-old girl in Patna has died after sustaining 72% burn injuries when allegedly set on fire by a man from her village. Police investigation continues as the accused has surrendered.
Two armed miscreants involved in the January 19 bank robbery in Odisha's Keonjhar district have been arrested from Dhanbad in Jharkhand. Police recovered part of the looted gold and vehicles used in the crime.
Congress leadership intervenes to resolve internal discord in Chandrapur Municipal Corporation. Vijay Wadettiwar steps back, party assigns roles for mayor, group leader, and Standing Committee control.
Etawah police have seized 40,000 bottles of banned cough syrup and Rs 4.35 lakh cash from Friends Colony, arresting three individuals under the NDPS Act for alleged illegal smuggling.
Samajwadi Party leader Shivpal Yadav has strongly criticised the Uttar Pradesh government over the Shankaracharya controversy during Magh Mela, alleging disrespect towards religious sentiments and democratic processes.
Judicial work at Rajasthan High Court's Jaipur and Jodhpur benches was disrupted as lawyers boycotted proceedings protesting the declaration of two Saturdays monthly as working days.
Two juveniles escaped from a government observation home in Etawah's Civil Lines area by breaking a toilet window. Police launched a search operation, recapturing one escapee while continuing efforts to apprehend the second.
Sailors from Noida detained in Iran since December have finally spoken to their families after Indian government secured consular access. Families remain anxious about repatriation timeline.
Kolhapur Municipal Corporation will hold a special meeting on February 6, 2026 to elect mayor and deputy mayor. District collector appointed as presiding officer amid political negotiations.
The Rajasthan High Court suspended a Rs 1 lakh fine condition, ordering the release of a drug convict who couldn't pay due to poverty. The court also criticized lawyer boycotts for violating the right to speedy justice.
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma announces 2.5 lakh Rajasthan farmers benefiting from natural farming initiatives with financial support from state and central governments to promote sustainable agriculture.
Police in Auraiya district solved two separate murder cases within a week where wives conspired with their lovers to kill their husbands. The accused were arrested after thorough investigations.
Kanpur MP Ramesh Awasthi praised CM Yogi Adityanath's leadership, stating Uttar Pradesh has gained new development momentum. At a UP Diwas event, officials highlighted progress in law, infrastructure, and welfare schemes.
IAS officer Krishna Karunesh appointed as interim CEO of Noida Authority following removal of previous CEO after software engineer Yuvraj Mehta's death in flooded plot. UP government orders investigation.
Bhubaneswar police arrested two individuals for Friday's violent mob attack on Ama Buses near Ashok Nagar, which damaged vehicles and injured passengers following a minor accident.