Major updates from Kolkata covering crime, political controversies, and civic developments. A cab driver faces accusations, a BJP MLA makes claims about madrassas, and a Humpty-Dumpty row emerges.
A 10-year-old student in Gurgaon's Sector 12 was critically injured after being hit and dragged by a speeding black Scorpio in a narrow lane. The driver fled, and police are investigating using CCTV footage.
A comprehensive daily update covering major news from Indian cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru, along with significant national and international developments.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has announced Ghatkopar corporator Ritu Tawde as its candidate for the Mumbai mayor's post in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a two-day visit to Malaysia for bilateral talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim, focusing on defence collaboration and strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Two underage girls in Rajasthan's Bundi district approached authorities to prevent their forced marriages scheduled for February 10, highlighting ongoing child marriage challenges.
A significant fire broke out in Thane, Maharashtra, gutting three autorickshaws and a motorcycle. Firefighters responded promptly, preventing any casualties or injuries in the incident.
BJP leader Ritu Tawde is poised to take charge as the Mayor of Mumbai's Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), marking a significant political development in Maharashtra.
Haryana Police swiftly solved the blind murder of a property dealer in Hansi, arresting the prime accused and identifying four accomplices within 48 hours of the crime.
The BJP has announced Ghatkopar corporator Ritu Tawde as its candidate for Mumbai Mayor, while the Shiv Sena named Sanjay Ghadi for Deputy Mayor. The ruling alliance expresses confidence in securing both positions.
Over 1,000 Bihar revenue and circle officers have called off their strike after the state government agreed to restore the deputy collector land reforms post to the Bihar Revenue Service.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's Swachh Sawari initiative collects, refurbishes, and redistributes household items for Re 1, supporting underprivileged sections and promoting sustainable waste management.
Chandigarh Police arrested a 58-year-old woman with a history of NDPS cases, seizing 14.71 gm of heroin in Maloya. Her sister, known as a 'drug queen,' was previously arrested in a separate case.
Bangladesh Nationalist Party launches election manifesto focusing on electoral reforms, accountable governance, and assertive foreign policy on border security and river water sharing ahead of national elections.
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh criticizes the India-US trade framework, claiming it benefits American farmers and harms Indian interests while questioning the halt on Russian oil imports.
The United States grants India tariff relief, but President Trump's order includes a strict monitoring clause to ensure India does not resume buying Russian oil, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Entrepreneur Sarthak Ahuja's Instagram post linking historical expulsions to modern immigration debates has ignited a fierce online discussion about the Indian diaspora's global experience.
Delhi Police register culpable homicide case against DJB contractor and officials after a 25-year-old biker died falling into an unmarked 15-foot-deep pit in Janakpuri.
A newly released video from the U.S. Department of Justice shows Jeffrey Epstein chasing two women in a kitchen, sparking outrage and renewed trauma among survivors of his abuse network.
Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), and other opposition parties attack the India-US trade framework, alleging it follows US orders and harms Indian farmers and industry. The deal includes tariff cuts and $500 billion in US energy and tech purchases.
A Chandigarh district court has convicted Kuldeep Singh for the 2019 murders of sisters Manpreet and Rajwant Kaur. Sentencing is scheduled for February 9, 2026.
A triangular contest is emerging for Pune Municipal Corporation's mayor and deputy mayor posts as NCP files last-minute nominations, awaiting senior leadership decision before February 9 election.
The proposed Tribune Flyover in Chandigarh aims to ease traffic congestion but has drawn criticism from architects and urban planners who argue it threatens the city's original design and fails to provide a sustainable solution.
BJP leader Ritu Tawde is set to file her nomination for the mayoral post in the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections, marking a key political move in Maharashtra.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a two-day visit to Malaysia, focusing on deepening defence, security, and economic cooperation under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
After losing Delhi, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal regrouped by redeploying leaders and focusing on organizational strength, with upcoming state polls as key tests for the party's revival.
A violent altercation erupted outside a private bar in Noida after a dispute over dancing, leading to the arrest of seven individuals by police who responded swiftly to the incident.
Former US Assistant Secretary of Commerce Raymond Vickery clarifies that the India-US trade framework omits Russian oil references, emphasizing India's strategic autonomy and red lines on energy security.
Congress attacks PM Modi over India-US interim trade framework, warning it could halt Russian oil imports, raise farm duties, and create uncertainty for IT exports.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced NABARD approval for 73 projects worth Rs 713.87 crore, while expressing concern over the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant.