Ludhiana Rural Police launched a preventive drive on Lohri, distributing iron angle shields to two-wheeler riders to protect them from injuries caused by banned plastic kite strings. The initiative will continue until Basant Panchami.
A Jagraon-based money changer's security guard, an ex-serviceman, conspired with aides to rob Rs 20 lakh in Canadian dollars near Verka Milk Plant. Police have arrested four accused.
A woman was apprehended by jail security in Ludhiana while attempting to smuggle 20.20 grams of heroin during a visit to her brother-in-law, an undertrial in a murder case.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla confirms Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present Budget 2026 on February 1, a Sunday, ending date confusion. Parliament session begins January 28.
Two separate road accidents in South and South-East Delhi resulted in fatalities. Police registered cases for rash driving as investigations continue into both incidents.
Congress accuses BJP of hypocrisy after Chinese Communist Party delegation meets RSS and BJP leaders, questioning silence on border issues like Shaksgam Valley.
A 32-year-old woman died after a tipper ran over her two-wheeler in Zirakpur. Police arrested the driver and registered a case under BNS sections.
US President Donald Trump dismissed Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen's statement preferring ties with Denmark, calling it problematic ahead of key Arctic talks.
A traffic home guard in Hyderabad was severely injured after a speeding biker rammed into him during a routine check. Police have launched a manhunt for the fleeing rider.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann clarifies no official request was made to change his appearance time before Akal Takht secretariat. He asserts full dedication to the summons on January 15.
Denmark has summoned Iran's ambassador to Copenhagen, issuing a stern warning against the brutal suppression of protests in Iran. The move highlights growing international concern over human rights violations.
A shooting incident occurred at a gym owned by a social media influencer in Delhi. Police are investigating the motive and searching for suspects.
Finland has called in Iran's charge d'affaires to express concern over reports of violence against protesters. The move highlights growing international pressure on Iran.
Israel announces immediate severance of all contact with multiple UN agencies and international bodies, citing persistent bias and politicization, following a review prompted by US withdrawals.
Bhopal and Indore held their first weekly 'Jal Sunvai' water hearings, with hundreds reporting contamination, foul smells, and supply issues. Officials promise quick fixes for some complaints.
BJP leaders in West Bengal are sending invitation letters and campaigning for PM Narendra Modi's January 17 rally in Malda, promising new trains and projects for north Bengal.
Trinamool workers intercepted a BJP vehicle carrying thousands of pre-filled Form 7 in Bankura's Khatra, triggering accusations of voter list manipulation and a major political confrontation.
A sudden fire gutted 26 houses in Sarlanka tribal hamlet of Kakinada district on Monday evening while most residents were out shopping for Sankranti festival. No casualties reported.
West Bengal opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari led a protest rally in Chandrakona and moved Calcutta High Court demanding a CBI investigation into the attack on his convoy.
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 270 kg of Mephedrone worth Rs 81 crore, arresting six persons and dismantling a drug manufacturing unit in a multi-state operation.
The Calcutta High Court has mandated live-streaming of the January 14 hearing in the ED-I-PAC case. Only counsels for ED and TMC will be physically present to ensure smooth proceedings after previous disruptions.
Police detained two Haridwar residents who wore 'sheikh' attire at Har Ki Pauri for a YouTube video, sparking demands to restrict non-Hindus at Ganga ghats during Kumbh Mela.
Sub-inspector Vivek Sharma administered CPR to a man who collapsed at Nadra Bus Stand Square in Bhopal, reviving him within seconds and sending him to hospital for treatment.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP is manipulating voter lists with fake entries in Uttar Pradesh. He warns of FIRs against officials and cautions party workers about BJP's election tactics.
The UP BJP will conduct a public dialogue campaign across the state to promote the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Rozgar evam Ajivika Mission Gramin, focusing on village development and economic progress.
Defence lawyer Milind Pawar files written objection in Pune court against allowing new evidence in Rahul Gandhi defamation case filed by Satyaki Savarkar. Court adjourns for cross-examination.
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju criticizes MGNREGS as corrupt, praises new VB-G RAM G Act for eliminating loopholes through digital monitoring during BJP workshop in Lucknow.
A Ludhiana court sentenced ASI Jaswinder Singh to four years rigorous imprisonment for accepting a ₹10,000 bribe to file a weak challan in a criminal case, with a ₹25,000 fine imposed.
Singapore authorities have initiated a coroner's inquiry into the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg. This legal process aims to determine the cause and circumstances of his passing.
US President Donald Trump warns Iran that the United States will take very strong action if authorities execute anti-government protesters during ongoing unrest.