EU Council President to Visit India for Republic Day
European Union Council President Charles Michel will visit India for Republic Day celebrations, marking a significant diplomatic engagement ahead of the 16th EU-India Summit.
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Shashi Tharoor Raises Issues With Congress Party
Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has publicly expressed concerns about the party's current direction and internal functioning, sparking debate within political circles.
DFC Blast Near Sirhind Injures Driver, Security Boosted
An explosion damaged railway tracks on the Dedicated Freight Corridor near Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib, injuring a driver and disrupting Amritsar-Delhi rail traffic. Police investigate as security tightens for Republic Day.
Trump Calls UK Soldiers 'Greatest Warriors' After NATO Row
US President Donald Trump praised British soldiers as 'greatest warriors' after his earlier NATO remarks drew condemnation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who called them 'insulting and appalling'.
Jalandhar: Rs 7.5 Crore Penalty on L&T for Project Delays
Jalandhar authorities have imposed a Rs 7.5 crore penalty on Larsen & Toubro for delays in the Surface Water Project, causing dug-up roads and public inconvenience. DC Himanshu Aggarwal warned of stricter action if timelines aren't met.
Congress MLA Accuses AAP of Misusing Vidhan Sabha Content
Congress MLA Pargat Singh has written to the Election Commission and Punjab Assembly Speaker, alleging AAP is using official Vidhan Sabha photos and videos to issue illegal copyright strikes against independent media and journalists.
Kolkata's Massive Republic Day Security Deployment
Kolkata prepares for Republic Day with its largest security deployment since Durga Puja, featuring drone surveillance, 4,800 personnel, and multi-agency checks amid heightened border vigilance.
Bengal CEO Orders Daily SIR Hearing Data Upload on EC Portal
West Bengal CEO Manoj Agarwal directs DEOs to upload all SIR hearing data daily on EC portal, clearing backlog by January 26, with strict action for non-compliance.
Kolkata Republic Day Parade to Feature Record Women Contingents
Kolkata's Republic Day parade at Red Road will showcase unprecedented Nari Shakti with one of the highest female contingents, including women IPS officers leading both male and female units.
Kolkata Voters Denied Receipts Despite Supreme Court Directive
Electors in Kolkata faced denial of receipts for submitted documents during hearings, with EC officials citing no instructions from seniors, despite Supreme Court's January 19 order mandating receipts.
Bengal CEO Office Shifts to SCI Building for Assembly Elections
The West Bengal Chief Electoral Officer's office will move from Balmer Lawrie to the Shipping Corporation of India building on Strand Road within a week due to space constraints ahead of assembly elections.
Minneapolis Unlawful Assembly Order After Federal Agent Shooting
Minneapolis authorities issued an unlawful assembly order following a fatal shooting by federal immigration agents, marking the second deadly encounter involving DHS personnel in weeks amid growing protests.
Minneapolis Man Killed by Federal Agents in Immigration Operation
Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen, was fatally shot by federal immigration officers during 'Operation Metro Surge' in Minneapolis. Authorities confirm he was a lawful gun owner with no serious criminal history.
US Officials Call Ukraine-Russia Talks Constructive
US officials described the first trilateral talks with Ukraine and Russia since the invasion as constructive, with advanced security discussions but no final peace deal. The meeting in Abu Dhabi followed recent diplomatic efforts.
Madras HC Notice on BHEL Land Patta in Trichy Waterbody
Madras High Court orders notice to Trichy district administration and BHEL on plea challenging patta grant for land classified as waterbody, involving 392 acres with grazing lands and temple.
UP Diwas: Amit Shah, Yogi Launch 'One District, One Cuisine'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath launched the 'One District, One Cuisine' scheme during UP Diwas celebrations. The event honored five eminent persons and announced new employment zones for youth.
Punjab Info Commission Warns Officials on Missing Records
Punjab State Information Commission expresses strong displeasure over officials' negligence in RTI cases, directing departmental proceedings for missing records and criminal action for intentional misplacement.
Fraud Accused Get Court Nod for Davos, Global Travel
Special courts in Mumbai are granting international travel permissions to financial fraud accused, including a DHFL case defendant attending Davos. Analysis reveals frequent approvals for business, family, and religious trips despite prosecution objection
Explosion-Like Sound on New Railway Track Under GRP Probe
Government Railway Police investigate an explosion-like sound on a newly constructed railway track near Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib, causing minor track damage and injuring a freight train driver.
Stalin Writes to PM Modi Against NEET for BPT, BOT Courses
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin has written to PM Narendra Modi opposing the Centre's decision to make NEET mandatory for Bachelor of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy admissions, warning it's a step toward extending NEET to all allied health courses.
Punjab Opposition Slams AAP Over Property Transfer Amendment
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa accuses Punjab AAP government of diluting transparency in municipal property transfers through a recent amendment, alleging it favors loyalists and private players.
Faridabad: 4-Year-Old Beaten to Death by Father Over Homework
Four-year-old Vanshika Jaiswal was allegedly beaten to death by her father in Faridabad for failing a math writing assignment. Neighbors reveal a pattern of daily abuse and fear in the household.
AIADMK MP Dharmar Switches to Palaniswami Camp
Rajya Sabha MP R Dharmar, a former OPS supporter, joins AIADMK chief Edappadi Palaniswami with supporters, weakening Panneerselvam's faction significantly.
Fetus Found in Gurgaon Garbage, Police Probe
A fetus was discovered wrapped in cloth in a garbage heap in Pahad Colony, Sohna, Gurgaon, leading to police investigation and post-mortem to determine circumstances.
RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Begins Four-Day Bihar Tour
RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat has started a four-day visit to Bihar, engaging with local communities and addressing key issues. The tour highlights the organization's cultural and social initiatives in the state.
India's Census Conundrum: Delayed National Headcount
Explore the complexities behind India's delayed 2021 census, its implications for policy, economy, and social welfare, and the challenges in rescheduling this crucial national exercise.
India's Urban Footpaths Disappear Under Encroachments
A growing crisis in Indian cities as footpaths vanish under illegal encroachments, forcing pedestrians onto dangerous roads and highlighting urgent urban planning failures.
80 Minority Candidates in Bangladesh Election Without Awami League
A total of 80 candidates from religious and ethnic minority communities are contesting Bangladesh's national parliamentary election on February 12, with 12 independents and 10 women among them.
BJP Slams AAP's 'Model' as Unsafe Punjab Symbol After Blast
Punjab BJP working president Ashwani Sharma criticizes Bhagwant Mann and Arvind Kejriwal's governance, calling it a model of fear and weak security after a blast near Sirhind railway station.
Punjab Deploys 6,000 Police for Republic Day Security
Punjab police have deployed 6,000 additional personnel and intensified operations to ensure peaceful Republic Day celebrations, with strict orders for officers to remain in the field.
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