Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado executed a covert Caribbean Sea escape, evading Maduro's military to accept her Nobel Peace Prize in Norway and meet President Trump at the White House.
The two factions of the Nationalist Congress Party in Maharashtra have decided to contest the upcoming Zilla Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections together in 2026, marking a significant political move.
Karann Pathak alias 'Defaulter', the prime accused in kabaddi promoter Rana Balachauria's murder, was shot dead in a police encounter in Mohali after escaping custody.
The Bahujan Vikas Aaghadi, led by Hitendra Thakur, secured a decisive victory in the Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation elections, winning 70 out of 115 seats.
BJP now controls 1,425 of 2,869 corporator seats across Maharashtra's municipal corporations, achieving absolute majority in 13 urban bodies and emerging as largest party in six others.
AIADMK announces five key election promises including ₹2,000 for women, free bus rides for men, and housing schemes ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.
Iran's exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi highlights India's central role in a future democratic Iran's foreign policy, emphasizing cooperation in energy, technology, and trade.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train in Malda, West Bengal, marking a major upgrade in rail travel with enhanced comfort and speed.
Security forces killed two Maoists in a gunfight in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district. The operation continues as forces search for senior leader Papa Rao, with intermittent firing reported in the forested hills.
Kerala High Court rejects bail for expelled Congress MLA Mamkootathil in a sexual assault case. Sessions court previously protected him from arrest in two other complaints.
Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena secures a commanding majority in Thane civic elections, defeating Uddhav Thackeray's UBT faction decisively. The BJP gains 28 seats, while Congress draws a blank.
BJP clinched 65 seats in Navi Mumbai's 111-member civic body in 2026, marking its first control of the city. The party's surge from just six seats in 2015 is credited to forest minister Ganesh Naik's leadership.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurates four new Amrit Bharat Express trains to enhance connectivity and travel experience for common passengers across key routes.
A horrific hit-and-run case in Hyderabad saw a speeding car drag a biker for about 100 meters. Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on video.
Intelligence agencies warn of potential attacks by Khalistani and Bangladesh-based terror groups targeting Delhi and multiple cities ahead of Republic Day celebrations.
Navsari Municipal Corporation initiates a Rs 112 crore project to provide modern water supply and drainage networks to over 25,000 residents in newly added areas.
Get the latest from Madurai with comprehensive coverage of civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and important political news. Stay informed about what's happening in the city.
Congress MLA Pargat Singh voices grave concern over rising crime in Punjab's Doaba region, citing recent murders and extortion incidents. He criticizes the state government's inaction.
Intelligence agencies warn of terror threats from Khalistani and Bangladeshi outfits targeting Delhi and other cities ahead of Republic Day. Haryana, Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan on high alert.
Former US President Donald Trump reignites Iran tensions by praising killed General Qasem Soleimani as 'strong', admitting US actions would not have succeeded if he were alive.
Madhya Pradesh Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya faces backlash for justifying rape and linking it to religious scriptures in a Facebook video, drawing condemnation from Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.
Security forces engaged in a gunfight with Naxalites in Chhattisgarh's forested hills, resulting in two fatalities. The operation was based on intelligence about Maoist presence in the region.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif pledges to defeat terrorism, but Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammed leaders continue threatening India, highlighting security concerns.
Indian nationalism requires active participation beyond voting. Reviving jury duty and introducing civil conscription could transform citizenship from passive spectatorship to meaningful service.
The Gujarat High Court directed NBEMS to issue an FMGE admit card to a Latvia-trained doctor, allowing him to sit for the January 17 exam after a delay.
A tragic road accident on Bathinda-Dabwali Expressway claimed five lives, including a Gujarat woman constable. Dense fog caused the SUV to hit a divider early Saturday.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee laid the foundation for Mahakal Mahatirtha temple in Siliguri. She announced plans to transform the city into a global spiritual and tourism destination.
Get the latest from Hyderabad with key stories on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and political developments. Stay informed about what's happening in the city right now.
Bengaluru police have arrested right-wing activist Puneeth Kerehalli and his associate Dr Nagendrappa for trespassing and threatening a landlord in Doddathoguru. The Bannerghatta police acted on a complaint filed by resident Siddesh.
Stay updated with major developments in Kochi today. Get the latest on civic matters, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political news. Essential reading for residents.