An explosion damaged railway tracks on the Dedicated Freight Corridor near Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib, injuring a driver and disrupting Amritsar-Delhi rail traffic. Police investigate as security tightens for Republic Day.
US President Donald Trump praised British soldiers as 'greatest warriors' after his earlier NATO remarks drew condemnation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who called them 'insulting and appalling'.
Jalandhar authorities have imposed a Rs 7.5 crore penalty on Larsen & Toubro for delays in the Surface Water Project, causing dug-up roads and public inconvenience. DC Himanshu Aggarwal warned of stricter action if timelines aren't met.
Congress MLA Pargat Singh has written to the Election Commission and Punjab Assembly Speaker, alleging AAP is using official Vidhan Sabha photos and videos to issue illegal copyright strikes against independent media and journalists.
Kolkata prepares for Republic Day with its largest security deployment since Durga Puja, featuring drone surveillance, 4,800 personnel, and multi-agency checks amid heightened border vigilance.
West Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal directs DEOs to upload all SIR hearing data daily on EC portal, clearing backlog by January 26, with strict action for non-compliance.
Kolkata's Republic Day parade at Red Road will showcase unprecedented Nari Shakti with one of the highest female contingents, including women IPS officers leading both male and female units.
Electors in Kolkata faced denial of receipts for submitted documents during hearings, with EC officials citing no instructions from seniors, despite Supreme Court's January 19 order mandating receipts.
The West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer's office will move from Balmer Lawrie to the Shipping Corporation of India building on Strand Road within a week due to space constraints ahead of assembly elections.
Minneapolis authorities issued an unlawful assembly order following a fatal shooting by federal immigration agents, marking the second deadly encounter involving DHS personnel in weeks amid growing protests.
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen, was fatally shot by federal immigration officers during 'Operation Metro Surge' in Minneapolis. Authorities confirm he was a lawful gun owner with no serious criminal history.
US officials described the first trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia since the invasion as constructive, with advanced security discussions but no final peace deal. The meeting in Abu Dhabi followed recent diplomatic efforts.
Madras High Court orders notice to Trichy district administration and BHEL on plea challenging patta grant for land classified as waterbody, involving 392 acres with grazing lands and temple.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath launched the 'One District, One Cuisine' scheme during UP Diwas celebrations. The event honored five eminent persons and announced new employment zones for youth.
Punjab State Information Commission expresses strong displeasure over officials' negligence in RTI cases, directing departmental proceedings for missing records and criminal action for intentional misplacement.
Special courts in Mumbai are granting international travel permissions to financial fraud accused, including a DHFL case defendant attending Davos. Analysis reveals frequent approvals for business, family, and religious trips despite prosecution objection
Government Railway Police investigate an explosion-like sound on a newly constructed railway track near Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib, causing minor track damage and injuring a freight train driver.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin has written to PM Narendra Modi opposing the Centre's decision to make NEET mandatory for Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admissions, warning it's a step toward extending NEET to all allied health courses.
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa accuses Punjab AAP government of diluting transparency in municipal property transfers through a recent amendment, alleging it favors loyalists and private players.
Four-year-old Vanshika Jaiswal was allegedly beaten to death by her father in Faridabad for failing a math writing assignment. Neighbors reveal a pattern of daily abuse and fear in the household.
Rajya Sabha MP R Dharmar, a former OPS supporter, joins AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami with supporters, weakening Panneerselvam's faction significantly.
A fetus was discovered wrapped in cloth in a garbage heap in Pahad Colony, Sohna, Gurgaon, leading to police investigation and post-mortem to determine circumstances.
RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat has started a four-day visit to Bihar, engaging with local communities and addressing key issues. The tour highlights the organization's cultural and social initiatives in the state.
Explore the complexities behind India's delayed 2021 census, its implications for policy, economy, and social welfare, and the challenges in rescheduling this crucial national exercise.
A growing crisis in Indian cities as footpaths vanish under illegal encroachments, forcing pedestrians onto dangerous roads and highlighting urgent urban planning failures.
A total of 80 candidates from religious and ethnic minority communities are contesting Bangladesh's national parliamentary election on February 12, with 12 independents and 10 women among them.
Punjab BJP working president Ashwani Sharma criticizes Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal's governance, calling it a model of fear and weak security after a blast near Sirhind railway station.
Punjab police have deployed 6,000 additional personnel and intensified operations to ensure peaceful Republic Day celebrations, with strict orders for officers to remain in the field.
Hubballi-Dharwad residents and corporators demand a one-time settlement for water bills, mirroring Bengaluru's waiver. With Rs 324.8 crore pending, including Rs 128.9 crore interest, the move aims to recover Rs 195.9 crore principal for water supply expan
Shiromani Akali Dal plans rallies across Punjab constituencies to highlight its development record and vision for 2027 elections, criticizing AAP and Congress governments.