Martyr Sudhir Narwal Cremated with Full State Honours
Martyr Sudhir Narwal of Sherpur village in Yamunanagar district, who died in a road accident while on duty in Jammu and Kashmir, was cremated with full state and military honours on Saturday.
Category : Politics
BJP Fined ₹19.7 Lakh for Unauthorised Flex Boards in T'puram
Thiruvananthapuram corporation imposes ₹19.7 lakh fine on BJP district committee for illegal flex boards and banners ahead of PM Modi's visit, following public complaints and court orders.
Inter-State Gang Busted in Joint Haryana-Bihar Police Operation
Haryana GRP and Bihar STF jointly busted an inter-state fraud gang, arresting kingpin Pankaj Kumar Lal and two associates within 72 hours, recovering Rs 1.90 crore in assets from a massive cheating case.
Pakistani Lawyers Get 17 Years for Social Media Posts
A Pakistani court sentenced human rights lawyers Zainab Mazari and Hadi Ali Chattha to 17 years each for tweets allegedly supporting banned groups. Rights groups condemn the verdict.
Kerala HC Rejects Kochi Corp's Plea on River Encroachments
The Kerala High Court has dismissed Kochi Corporation's application seeking an extra year to remove encroachments on Konthuruthy River puramboke, upholding its four-month deadline.
Karnataka Prisons Ban Outside Cooked Food, DGP Issues Strict Norms
Karnataka's Director General of Police has issued stringent new prison regulations prohibiting all cooked food from private sources, aiming to enhance security and health standards across state correctional facilities.
Chennai Headlines Today: Major News Updates
Stay informed with the latest Chennai headlines today, featuring essential news updates and key stories from the city. Get comprehensive coverage of important developments.
DMK to Win Second Term, Says Tamil Nadu CM Stalin
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin confidently predicts DMK's victory in upcoming elections while criticizing Governor R N Ravi's repeated walkouts from Assembly sessions.
KGMU Orders Removal of Mazars, Muslim Leaders Protest
King George's Medical University directs removal of five mazars from campus, citing illegal encroachment. Muslim leaders protest, claiming shrines predate Independence and university existence.
SC Sets Aside Dowry Death Conviction, Flags Judicial Lapses
The Supreme Court acquitted Karan Singh in a dowry death case, highlighting trial courts' repeated failures in applying Section 304-B IPC correctly and stressing the need for proper judicial training.
Four Arrested in Delhi Murder Over Criminal Proceeds
A 22-year-old man and three minors apprehended for fatal assault of associate in Preet Vihar. Police investigation reveals dispute over sharing criminal proceeds led to violent attack.
EU's von der Leyen in Delhi for India-EU Summit, Trade Pact
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in New Delhi for a four-day visit ahead of the India-EU Summit, where a free trade agreement and strategic defence partnership are expected to be finalized.
Meloni: Trump Deserves Nobel Prize for Ukraine Peace
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni says Donald Trump deserves Nobel Peace Prize if he achieves lasting Ukraine peace. Trump expands 'Board of Peace' initiative amid Italy's constitutional concerns.
Manipur HC Seeks Report on Blocking Killing Video
The Manipur High Court has ordered a progress report on efforts to block a video showing a man's killing in Churachandpur. The video, which emerged on January 21, allegedly depicts the shooting by suspected militants.
Tamil Nadu Hikes Pension for Noon Meal, Anganwadi Workers
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announces a significant increase in pension and retirement benefits for noon meal organisers and anganwadi workers, enhancing social security for these essential community workers.
Shukla Recalls Early Modi Interview with Computer
Congress leader Rajeev Shukla remembers interviewing Narendra Modi when he was BJP general secretary, noting Modi brought a computer to his first TV appearance.
Man Attempts Suicide at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru
A man attempted suicide by consuming poison in front of Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The incident occurred on January 24, 2026, raising concerns about public safety and mental health issues in the state capital.
Gujarat Minister Leads Parvat Puja, Vows Aravalli Protection
Gujarat Forest Minister Arjun Modhwadia presided over Parvat Puja in Shamlaji, emphasizing protection of Aravalli ranges and ancient mountain worship traditions.
Election Commission to Mark National Voters Day
The Election Commission of India will celebrate National Voters Day on Sunday, January 25, to promote electoral participation and honor voters across the nation.
Congress MP's Nephew Killed Wife Intentionally: Gujarat Police
Gujarat Police have determined that the nephew of a Congress MP intentionally killed his wife, ruling out accidental firing. The investigation reveals a premeditated act of violence in a high-profile case.
Pakistan Lawyer, Husband Jailed 17 Years for Social Media Posts
Human rights lawyer Mazari Hazir and her husband sentenced to 17 years in prison in Pakistan over controversial social media posts, sparking international outcry.
Delhi Police Flags 1,000 Parking Sites as Republic Day Security Risks
Ahead of Republic Day celebrations, Delhi Police has flagged 1,000 unattended parking sites as potential security threats, intensifying surveillance and security measures across the capital to ensure a safe event.
ICG Seizes Boat Smuggling Betel Nuts from Bangladesh
The Indian Coast Guard has intercepted and seized an Indian fishing vessel involved in smuggling betel nuts from Bangladesh into West Bengal, highlighting ongoing maritime security efforts.
Chennai Updates: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Politics
Stay informed with the latest headlines from Chennai covering civic developments, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political and administrative news for January 24, 2026.
Bomb Attack on Police Vehicle in Tamil Nadu Sparks Row
A bomb was hurled at a police vehicle in Tamil Nadu, leading to a fierce political clash between AIADMK's Edappadi K Palaniswami and the ruling DMK government over law and order.
Delhi Cafe Shooting Accused Posts Chilling Confession Video
A shocking development in the Delhi Maujpur cafe shooting case as the accused posts a chilling video confessing to the crime, citing a personal grudge as the motive behind the violent act.
Mangaluru Police Target Absconding Rowdy Sheeters' Sureties
Mangaluru Police launch a special drive targeting sureties of absconding rowdy sheeters, identifying 38 accused with 48 pending warrants in cases dating from 1998 to 2023.
Assam CM: Voter Revision Notices Only for Miyas, Not Others
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma states voter revision notices target only Miyas, not Hindus or Assamese Muslims, amid electoral roll scrutiny.
Jack Smith Defends Trump Probe in Tense House Hearing
Former special counsel Jack Smith faced intense questioning from House Republicans over his investigation into Donald Trump, defending the use of phone records as standard tools amid accusations of political weaponization.
US Orders NY School to Restore Native American Mascot
The US Department of Education has mandated a New York school district to reinstate its 'Thunderbirds' mascot after finding the change to 'T-Birds' violated federal civil rights law.
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