Dharwad DC: No Voter Deletion, Mapping at 63.8%
Dharwad Deputy Commissioner Divya Prabhu clarifies no voter deletion is happening. The district focuses on voter mapping, with 63.8% progress. Details on constituency-wise achievements.
Category : Politics
Fourth Arrest in Mangaluru Migrant Labourer Assault
Kavoor police in Mangaluru arrested a fourth suspect, Mohan, 37, for assaulting Diljan Ansari, a migrant labourer from Jharkhand, mistaken for a Bangladeshi national.
India to Discuss Rs 3.25 Lakh Crore Rafale Deal This Week
The defence ministry will discuss a proposed Rs 3.25 lakh crore deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets from France. Most jets will be made in India with indigenous content, boosting local manufacturing.
Farakka BDO Office Ransacked During SIR Hearing, FIR Filed
Violence erupted at a BDO office in Farakka during Special Intensive Revision hearings as BLOs protested work pressure. Police filed FIR against unknown persons after Election Commission intervention.
BMW Hit-and-Run Kills Gig Worker: Police Hunt Driver
A Swiggy delivery executive was killed in a hit-and-run accident involving a BMW. Police are struggling to trace the driver as the car's ownership changed twice recently.
US Tightens Visa Rules for 2026: Impact on Travelers
The US has implemented new visa restrictions for 2026, banning visas from 19 conflict countries and limiting tourist, business, student, and exchange visas for 19 others, affecting many Asian, African, and Caribbean travelers.
Four Dead in Shivamogga Accident; Teacher Suicide in Balluru
A tragic road accident near Bharathipura Cross claims four lives, including children. Separately, a government teacher dies by suicide in a Balluru school.
Bhubaneswar Plans Stray Dog Feeding Zones After SC Query
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation announces guidelines for designated dog feeding points and permanent shelters following Supreme Court concerns about stray dog management.
India Urges Citizens to Leave Iran Amid Unrest
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi about the evolving situation in Iran. India has advised all citizens and PIOs to exercise caution and avoid protest areas.
Kappan Firm on Pala Seat Amid UDF-KC(M) Alliance Talks
Pala MLA Mani C Kappan meets IUML leader Kunhalikutty, rejects vacating constituency for Kerala Congress (M) amid UDF alliance discussions. Both leaders clarify positions.
Pakistan's JF-17 Jets Draw Global Interest, PM Says
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reveals multiple countries are negotiating to purchase Pakistan's JF-17 Thunder fighter jets, following earlier reports of international interest.
YSRCP Protests Medical College PPP Shift During Bhogi
YSR Congress Party leaders staged statewide Bhogi protests, burning government orders to oppose shifting proposed medical colleges to PPP mode, calling it anti-poor and harmful to public healthcare.
Macron Warns Trump Over Greenland: 'Unprecedented Consequences'
French President Emmanuel Macron issues a stern warning to Donald Trump over Greenland, saying any US attempt to seize the Danish territory would trigger 'unprecedented consequences'.
Rakesh Aggarwal Appointed as NIA Director General
The government appoints senior IPS officer Rakesh Aggarwal as the new Director General of the National Investigation Agency, effective immediately.
Bengaluru Maid Arrested for Theft After WhatsApp Status Expose
A domestic help in Bengaluru was arrested for stealing valuables after her employer spotted her wearing the missing Michael Kors watch in a WhatsApp status update.
Bengaluru Police Arrest 2, Seize Drugs Worth Rs 1 Crore
Bengaluru police arrested two drug peddlers including a Nigerian national, seizing narcotics worth approximately Rs 1 crore in separate operations across the city.
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis Heads to Davos for WEF 2026
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis will lead a Maharashtra delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos from January 17-24, 2026, aiming to secure investments following last year's Rs 15.7 lakh crore commitments.
Shivakumar Denies CM Change Talks with Rahul Gandhi
Deputy CM DK Shivakumar clarifies his airport conversation with Rahul Gandhi focused on development and MNREGA, dismissing speculation about leadership change in Karnataka.
Congress Candidate Dilemma in Karnataka Byelections
Karnataka's upcoming bypolls in Davanagere South and Bagalkot test Congress's unity. Internal debates over candidate selection highlight social representation issues while BJP mobilizes.
Fisherman Gets 20 Years for POCSO Offence in Thane
A Thane special POCSO court sentenced a 26-year-old fisherman to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for repeatedly assaulting a minor after promising marriage, while hiding his own marital status.
ED Attaches Rs 35 Crore in Suumaya Fraud Case
Enforcement Directorate attaches properties worth Rs 35.22 crore in Suumaya group money laundering case. The company's turnover allegedly inflated from Rs 210 crore to Rs 6,700 crore through circular transactions.
GVMC Hunts for New West Zone Office Site in Visakhapatnam
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation officials inspected multiple sites for a new west zone office. This follows the city's reorganization into 10 zones to boost administrative efficiency.
Delhi Court Rejects Bail in Turkman Gate Stone Pelting Case
A Delhi court has refused bail to five accused in the Turkman Gate stone pelting case, emphasizing the gravity of charges and early investigation stage. The court called it an attack on administration.
Trump's Greenland Ambition Sparks Geopolitical Storm
US President Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland faces fierce resistance from residents and Danish allies, with high-stakes talks underway in Washington amid European condemnation.
Kappan Rules Out Vacating Pala Seat for UDF-KC(M) Alliance
Pala MLA Mani C Kappan met IUML leader P K Kunhalikutty, rejecting any seat adjustment for Pala if KC(M) joins UDF. Both leaders clarify no formal talks yet.
14-Year-Old Gang-Raped in Mira Bhayandar Garage, Two Held
A 14-year-old girl was allegedly drugged and gang-raped in a parked car inside a Mira road garage. Police arrested two known accused under POCSO and gang-rape charges.
BDO Office Vandalized in Murshidabad, BJP Blames TMC MLA
A group of unidentified men ransacked the Block Development Office in Farakka, Murshidabad, injuring a poll official. BJP MLA Gouri Sankar accused TMC's Manirul Islam of leading the attack.
Ahmedabad Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest Ahmedabad headlines covering civic developments, traffic alerts, weather conditions, and important political news for January 14, 2026.
Kriti Kumari Defies Odds, Becomes JPSC Officer After Leaving Marriage
Kriti Kumari, a 35-year-old from Hazaribag, overcame forced marriage and societal pressure to crack the JPSC exam. She left her in-laws, raised her son alone, and studied tirelessly to become a Child Development Project Officer.
Telangana Dog Killings: Villages Tense, Police Book 15
Over 220 stray dogs killed in Kamareddy and Hanamkonda districts this week. Police book 15 including sarpanches under animal cruelty laws while villagers cite safety concerns.
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