Rakesh Aggarwal Appointed as NIA Director General
Senior IPS officer Rakesh Aggarwal has been formally appointed as the Director General of the National Investigation Agency. His tenure will continue until August 2028.
Category : Politics
Shooter Dies in Police Encounter in Amritsar
Sukhraj Singh alias Gunga, wanted for AAP sarpanch's murder, died after an encounter during a police recovery operation in Amritsar. Police say he tried to snatch a weapon.
Mumbai BMC Elections 2026: Voting Date and Live Updates
Mumbaikars vote on January 15, 2026, for BMC elections after a four-year delay. Find voting times, ward details, candidate lists, and live turnout tracking.
West Bengal 2021 Polls: Winners and Losers Recap
A detailed look at the key victories and defeats in the 2021 West Bengal Assembly elections, featuring Mamata Banerjee, Suvendu Adhikari, and other prominent politicians.
Navy's Engineless Ship INSV Kaundinya Reaches Muscat
The Indian Navy's traditionally built stitched sailing vessel INSV Kaundinya completes its maiden overseas voyage to Muscat, highlighting ancient maritime ties with Oman.
India May Soon Approve IAF's 114 Rafale Jets Proposal
The Defence Acquisition Council, led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is expected to decide on the IAF's proposal to buy 114 Rafale jets from France soon, ahead of French President Emmanuel Macron's India visit next month.
Teen Found Dead in Well Near Mangaluru, Probe On
A 15-year-old boy from Belthangady taluk was discovered dead in a well near his home under mysterious circumstances. Police found blood stains and injury marks on the body.
Karnataka Cleans 14,049 Worship Sites for Makar Sankranti
SKDRDP's massive cleanliness drive across Karnataka saw 339,699 volunteers clean 14,049 places of worship, including temples, mosques, and churches, ahead of Makar Sankranti.
Pakistan, Qatar Discuss West Asia Tensions
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Qatar's Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani held a phone conversation addressing regional tensions and bilateral ties.
Iran FM Calls Jaishankar; US Pulls Troops from Middle East
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi spoke with India's S. Jaishankar about Iran's unrest. The US withdraws personnel from Middle East bases amid rising tensions with Tehran.
Koppal: Boy in Girl Attire for Stunts Rescued
A 10-year-old boy performing stunts dressed as a girl at Sri Gavisiddeshwar Jatra was rescued by District Child Protection Unit officials in Koppal on Tuesday.
Mandya CEO Inspects Jal Jeevan Mission, Directs Road Repairs
Zilla Panchayat CEO KR Nandini inspected Jal Jeevan Mission works in Mandya, addressing public grievances on uneven roads and stressing water quality and timely completion.
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.
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.
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