Secunderabad police arrested 10 individuals and seized 163 bobbins of banned Chinese manja worth ₹1.8 lakh in coordinated raids across Hyderabad, targeting illegal stocking and sale of the hazardous kite string.
King Charles sends a powerful message of support to Ukraine as the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion approaches. The monarch emphasizes Britain's unwavering commitment to peace and solidarity.
Chief Electoral Officer Manoj Agarwal met with top officials after the Chakulia SIR hearing centre vandalism. Police arrested 21 people, and hearings will resume once normalcy returns.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections saw BJP lose traditional strongholds due to internal rebellions, last-minute defections, and deep public resentment over civic issues and political opportunism.
The Bahujan Samaj Party faced a dramatic decline in Nagpur's municipal elections, securing just one seat compared to ten previously. Harshala Jaiswal's victory in Prabhag 7C marks a stark contrast to the party's earlier stronghold in North Nagpur.
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's focused campaign in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections could not unseat BJP, but alliance with Sharad Pawar's NCP opens merger possibilities.
Shiv Sena factions led by Eknath Shinde and Uddhav Thackeray performed poorly in Marathwada municipal elections, with BJP sweeping most corporations. Only Parbhani saw a Sena (UBT)-Congress alliance victory.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari congratulated CM Devendra Fadnavis for BJP's decisive victory in Nagpur Municipal Corporation elections, calling it an endorsement of 15 years of work.
Wasim Khan, a Nagpur University law student, failed his LLB winter exam due to absence but won the NMC election for Central Nagpur prabhag 8 with 20,098 votes.
Four Indian Navy ships reach Singapore for a Long Range Training Deployment, strengthening maritime ties under India's Act East Policy from January 15 to 18.
Former US President Donald Trump restated his assertion that he prevented a major India-Pakistan war, quoting Pakistani leadership's praise for saving millions.
Authorities imposed curfew in Jalna and Ambad cities following protests by Dhangar community members. Heavy police deployment continues in Mukteshwar Dwar area to maintain law and order.
Police arrest factory owner in Delhi after two workers die in goods lift collapse. Families left devastated as sole breadwinners perish in preventable tragedy.
New Delhi Municipal Council finalizes proposals to replace 5,470 streetlights with energy-efficient poles and install over 5,500 smart water meters, aiming to cut costs and improve services.
A Delhi court criticized Sanjay Gandhi Animal Care Centre for failing to prove cruelty allegations and ordered the immediate release of 10 dogs seized from petitioner Vishal.
Mexican authorities confirm full airspace operations continue unaffected after US FAA issued advisories citing potential military risks in Central and South America.
Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar's family members have filed nominations for three seats in Mumbai's prestigious A Ward for the upcoming BMC elections.
The US Federal Aviation Administration has issued a 60-day advisory cautioning airlines about flying over Mexico and Central America due to potential military activities and GPS interference risks.
Four former Shiv Sena (UBT) mayors have won seats in the BMC elections, while the BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena secured the mayoral position, facing potential challenges ahead.
Pune's civic elections saw tight finishes and unexpected outcomes, with candidates winning by narrow margins and political veterans facing defeat.
Noida police raided a fake call centre in Sector 6, arresting five individuals for cheating around 500 people through fraudulent insurance and real estate investment schemes. Police seized devices and froze accounts containing Rs 80 lakh.
Haryana Human Rights Commission achieved remarkable efficiency, disposing 5,610 complaints between Nov 2024 and Dec 2025, reducing pendency from 6,623 to just 1,013 cases through proactive measures.
A 34-year-old migrant's death in Jharkhand triggered a massive protest in Beldanga, blocking NH-12 for hours and halting trains. The mob demanded justice and jobs for the family.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee accused BJP of inciting riots and torturing migrant labourers. She urged minorities to stay patient and maintain peace.
Young corporators aged 22-25 from BJP and NCP bring fresh tech-driven governance ideas to Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporations.
Trinamool Congress national general secretary Abhishek Banerjee claims two BJP MLAs from West Midnapore approached TMC to switch sides, but the party refused them citing political principles and local sentiment.
The first land registry for the Shri Banke Bihari Temple Corridor in Vrindavan has been completed. This marks a key step in the project to improve access and boost development in the Braj region.
Uttar Pradesh government rolls out Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel employment and industrial zones. Each district will get integrated hubs for training, placement and MSME growth.
UP DGP Rajeev Krishna virtually inaugurated a Mission Shakti skill workshop in Bareilly range, highlighting crime reduction and new initiatives like scooters for police stations.
Relatives of politicians secure key victories in municipal elections across Maharashtra, indicating voter acceptance of political families despite some high-profile defeats.