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  Chandigarh Mayor Election 2025: Supreme Court questions secret ballot method

  January 24, 2025 16:12 IST

  The Supreme Court has questioned the secret ballot method for the Chandigarh Mayor Election 2025. With a plea demanding transparency and oversight by a retired High Court judge, the case adds uncertainty ahead of the January 30 election.

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  Uttarakhand people want to implement UCC in the state, says Pushkar Singh Dhami | Exclusive

  January 24, 2025 15:55 IST

  The Uttarakhand Uniform Civil Code Act, 2024, implemented by the Uttarakhand government provides a well-organised framework for the creation and cancellation of wills and supplementary documents (codicil/testamentary succession), Dhami said.

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  Punjab: 'Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' scheme benefits over 8 lakh people across state

  January 24, 2025 14:23 IST

  The 'Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' scheme is a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing essential government services directly to citizens' doorsteps. The scheme promotes corruption-free governance by reducing direct interaction with officials.

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  JPC on Waqf Bill: Huge uproar erupts, Owaisi and 9 other MPs suspended from today's meeting

  January 24, 2025 13:24 IST

  JPC on Waqf Bill: The uproar led to the suspension of 10 opposition MPs including All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi from today's meeting.

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  Supreme Court rejects PIL seeking to scrap TDS system of tax collection: 'Very badly drafted'

  January 24, 2025 12:24 IST

  A bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar permitted lawyer petitioner Ashwini Upadhyay to move the Delhi HC with his plea.

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  Centre cancels Nayakkarpatti tungsten mining auction in Madurai amid farmers' opposition

  January 23, 2025 23:22 IST

  It may be noted that the Ministry of Mines in a press release dated December 24, 2024, had stated that after the auction of the block, several representations have been received against the said auction on the ground that there is a Biodiversity Heritage Site within the block area.

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  Punjab Police withdraws additional security for Arvind Kejriwal after Delhi Police concerns

  January 23, 2025 20:06 IST

  Punjab Police has decided to withdraw additional security for AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal after Delhi Police raised concerns about the involvement of Punjab’s security forces in protecting Kejriwal outside the state.

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  Andhra boy jumps from third floor in middle of class, suicide recorded on camera | VIDEO

  January 23, 2025 23:00 IST

  A video from the classroom showed the boy, Charan, leaving the room when the class was ongoing. He walked towards the ledge and died by suicide. His classmates walk out of the room to see what happened.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 23, 2025

  January 28, 2025 14:57 IST

  In today’s episode of Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma, UP CM Yogi Adityanath challenges Arvind Kejriwal to take a dip in Delhi’s Yamuna river with his ministers

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  Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar: A new era of hassle-free governance in Punjab

  January 23, 2025 13:30 IST

  'The Bhagwant Mann Sarkar Tuhade Dwar' initiative covers a wide array of issues, including land disputes, water and electricity concerns, social welfare schemes, and other issues. The initiative is part of the government's broader commitment to making governance more transparent and efficient.

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  Delhi HC seeks NIA's reply on J-K MP Engineer Rashid's plea in terror-funding case

  January 23, 2025 13:03 IST

  Terror-funding case: Independent MP Engineer Rasheed. Rashid, who represents Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla constituency, is seeking to expedite a decision on his pending regular bail application.

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  Jalgaon train accident: Rumour of fire to chain pulling, full story behind tragic 13 deaths

  January 23, 2025 12:17 IST

  Jalgaon train accident: Initial investigations suggest that the chain-pulling was a response to unverified claims of smoke or fire onboard the Pushpak Express. The subsequent panic and lack of coordination resulted in passengers fleeing onto the adjacent tracks.

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  Stay united for 'viksit Bharat': PM Modi on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary

  January 23, 2025 13:18 IST

  Parakram Diwas: India commemorates Parakram Diwas to celebrate the birth anniversary of one of the nation’s greatest freedom fighters, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose.

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  Jalgaon train accident: Death count of passengers rises to 13, Railway Ministry announces ex-gratia

  January 23, 2025 12:19 IST

  Jalgaon train accident update: The Railway Ministry has announced ex-gratia of Rs 1.5 lakh each for the kins of the deceased in the Jalgaon train accident, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries.

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  Ganga Expressway extension: NCR to Bihar to get one new route with announcement of 2 big expressways

  January 23, 2025 8:34 IST

  Ganga Expressway is an under-construction expressway in Uttar Pradesh. The 1,047-km-long expressway is being constructed in two phases. The foundation stone of the expressway was laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in December 2021.

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  Parakram Diwas: What is it and why does India celebrate it on January 23? Know here

  January 23, 2025 8:09 IST

  Parakram Diwas 2025: As the nation celebrates Parakram Diwas, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's legacy continues to inspire generations. It also serves as a beacon of patriotism and an enduring reminder of the sacrifices made for India's independence.

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  Republic Day 2025: Indian Navy's tableau to showcase three newly commissioned frontline combatants

  January 23, 2025 7:10 IST

  Republic Day 2025: The Indian Navy band, led by MCPO Musician first class M Antony Raj and comprising 80 musicians, will be marching with pride and honour.

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  Weather forecast: Western disturbance to bring rain, cold wave in north India, says IMD alert

  January 22, 2025 23:47 IST

  A strong western disturbance is expected to bring rain and a cold wave across North India, including Delhi, Punjab, and Rajasthan, from January 23. IMD has forecast a temperature dip post-rainfall, with dense fog likely in UP, Bihar, and other states.

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  'No state police role in airport complaints: SC dismisses Jharkhand govt petition in Deoghar case

  January 22, 2025 23:11 IST

  In 2022, an FIR was lodged against Tiwari and Dubey for forcing the Deoghar ATC personnel to give clearance after sunset. The FIR was quashed by the Jharkhand High Court, but the state govt moved to the Supreme Court.

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  R-Day Parade: Tri-Services tableau to take part with ‘Shashakt aur Surakshit Bharat' theme

  January 22, 2025 22:05 IST

  RepubThe tableau would depict a Joint Operations Room facilitating networking and communication among the three Services.

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  PM Modi calls out Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal' as symbol of AAP's lies ahead of Delhi polls

  January 22, 2025 20:44 IST

  PM Modi criticised AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, calling his official residence a "Sheesh Mahal" and accusing the party of lies and misusing public funds. With elections approaching, PM Modi promised better facilities under BJP governance.

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  Aaj Ki Baat: Full episode, January 22, 2025

  January 28, 2025 15:13 IST

  In today’s episode of Aaj Ki Baat with Rajat Sharma, UP CM Yogi Adityanath holds a cabinet meeting at the Maha Kumbh, taking a holy dip with his ministers at Sangam.

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  Jalgaon train tragedy highlights: Shah speaks to Fadnavis, expresses condolences over deaths

  January 22, 2025 23:50 IST

  Jalgaon train tragedy highlights: The Central Railway officials said the incident took place after the passengers stepped down from their train on the tracks and were run over by another train coming from the opposite direction in North Maharashtra's Jalgaon district on Wednesday evening.

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  CM Di Yogshala campaign: Know how this initiative is Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's vision

  January 23, 2025 13:19 IST

  By making some changes in lifestyle and by practising Yoga, mental and physical life can be balanced. Today 'CM Di Yogshala' is proving to be very helpful in creating a healthy and colourful Punjab.

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  OPINION | Trump in power: India must recast its strategy to deal with the US

  January 22, 2025 16:29 IST

  Trump has said that the largest deportation program in US history would begin, and illegal infiltrators would be sent back to their countries of origin. According to Bloomberg, the Trump administration has prepared a list of nearly 18,000 Indians to be deported in the first phase.

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  Shamli encounter update: Inspector, who led STF op and had sustained 3 bullet injuries, dies

  January 22, 2025 16:16 IST

  Late Monday night, Meerut STR engaged in an encounter with the criminals, led by Arshad, a member of the notorious Mustafa Kagga gang. The criminals were wanted for a series of serious crimes, including robbery, dacoity, and murder.

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  MHA directs Maharashtra Chief Secretary, DGP to take action against infiltrators

  January 22, 2025 16:18 IST

  A day after Bangladeshi infiltrators attacked film actor Saif Ali Khan, the Union Home Ministry's order is likely to intensify the action against infiltrators.

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  Modi Cabinet extends National Health Mission for next 5 years, increases jute MSP

  January 22, 2025 15:33 IST

  The National Health Mission has been a crucial effort in providing health services to the nation. Its effectiveness was witnessed during the pandemic when over 220 crore doses of vaccines were administered under this mission.