Hundreds of Dalit community members staged a sit-in at Dhanbad's Randhir Verma Chowk against the state government's decision to de-reserve the municipal seat. Protesters allege bias and demand immediate withdrawal, with the matter now pending in Ranchi Hi
Stay informed with the latest updates from Guwahati covering civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and key political and administrative news for January 22, 2026.
India's high-voltage transmission network has surpassed 5 lakh circuit kilometers, crucial for evacuating renewable energy. Despite recent shortfalls, the government plans expansion to 6.5 lakh ckm by 2032 to support 500 GW green energy target.
Uttar Pradesh is enhancing its religious tourism with major projects like the Ram Janmabhoomi temple and Kashi Vishwanath Dham Corridor, along with cultural circuits and district-level councils.
The Election Commission of India opposes reliance on US court verdicts in domestic cases, citing Trump's capture of Venezuelan President without due process as a cautionary example.
Enforcement Directorate Director Sanjay Mishra arrives in Kolkata for a three-day official visit, sparking political debate amid recent I-PAC office raids and ongoing investigations.
The Congress party has issued a strict warning to its Punjab leaders, advising them not to approach the media with internal party disputes. This directive aims to maintain unity and discipline within the party ranks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, emphasizing the importance of India-Brazil relations for advancing the interests of the Global South.
Special POCSO court in Bokaro sentences two men, including the victim's father, to life imprisonment for raping an 11-year-old girl in March 2025. The court relied on forensic evidence and CCTV footage.
Pune police have arrested five individuals for allegedly robbing at least three men they targeted through the LGBTQIA+ dating app Grindr. The gang exploited victims' fears of being outed.
Vidnyan Mane, a Sangli resident, has submitted an application to the Sangli Superintendent of Police, seeking an FIR against Palash Muchhal for allegedly cheating him of Rs 40 lakh.
Two prominent activists arrested after disrupting services at a Minnesota church where an ICE official serves as pastor. Protest linked to fatal shooting of US citizen by immigration agent.
India's DRDO will feature the Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile and naval technologies at the Republic Day Parade, showcasing indigenous defense advancements.
The Enforcement Directorate has attached fresh assets worth Rs 20 crore in the Karnataka MUDA corruption case involving former commissioner G T Dinesh Kumar, who was arrested in September 2025 for illegal allotment of sites.
Ranchi administration deploys magistrates and security forces at 100+ locations for Saraswati Puja. Dhanbad conducts mock drills, Hazaribag uses drone surveillance to ensure law and order during celebrations.
In a shocking Bengaluru crime, two friends allegedly murdered their drinking companion after he suffered a spinal injury, fearing high medical expenses. The body was found dumped in a well.
Madurai city police's Kaaval Karangal initiative has rescued and rehabilitated 141 abandoned and mentally ill homeless individuals, reuniting many with families across Tamil Nadu through dignity-focused efforts.
Madurai's MGR Bus Stand in Mattuthavani undergoes major renovation with temporary closure of Platforms 7 and 8. The project aims to modernize passenger facilities and is expected to complete by March.
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi reveals Operation Sindoor details: 9 targets destroyed in 22-minute precision strikes by all three services, with global audiences witnessing live visuals.
Rahul Gandhi invokes farmers' protest success, urging MGNREGA workers to unite against the Viksit Bharat Act, alleging BJP aims to dismantle work guarantees and centralize funds.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi presents $300-350 billion investment opportunity in India's renewable energy sector at WEF Davos, highlighting falling tariffs and policy certainty.
Mumbai police arrest gangster Ravi Pujari in extortion case involving Bollywood choreographer Remo D'Souza. Pujari was extradited from Senegal in 2020 and faces multiple charges.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reveals the United Arab Emirates will host two days of trilateral meetings involving the US, Ukraine, and Russia starting Friday, with discussions on security guarantees and war-ending documents.
Two women from Hazaribag district, Meena Devi and Rakhi Sinha, receive special invitations to Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi for their exceptional contributions to community service and healthcare.
Jharkhand High Court stays CBI investigation into AICTE and JUT's role in preventing Dhanbad Institute of Technology students from appearing in exams. Division bench to hear case on January 29.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, reviewing India-Brazil strategic partnership momentum and discussing Global South interests.
Five Paniya tribal women from Nilgiris visited Tamil Nadu assembly, watched proceedings from gallery. MLA Pon Jayaseelan facilitated visit, raised tribal housing fund demand.
The Karnataka Cabinet has approved a five-year age relaxation for government job applicants, benefiting candidates affected by recruitment delays. The decision also includes implementing an AI-based attendance system for education staff.
Donald Trump's newly signed Board of Peace, comprising 60 nations in a tiered structure, faces criticism for its US-centric composition and lack of consultation.
The Karnataka High Court dismissed a petition by Congress functionary BV Rajeev Gowda seeking to quash an FIR for allegedly threatening a municipal commissioner over removal of unauthorised film banners.