In a significant political shift, five MNS corporators have extended support to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena in Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation, bolstering the Mahayuti alliance's majority and creating embarrassment for Uddhav Thackeray's faction.
Maharashtra Urban Development Department conducted annual lottery for mayoral reservations across 29 municipal corporations. Opposition criticizes BJP as BMC polls approach.
Sanjeev Khirwar, a 1994-batch IAS officer, becomes Delhi's new municipal commissioner following his transfer back from Ladakh, where he was posted after a 2022 controversy involving walking his dog at Thyagraj Stadium.
West Bengal's TMC accuses BJP-led Centre of imposing food habits after Vande Bharat sleeper train between Kolkata and Kamakhya offers only vegetarian options, sparking political controversy.
US President Donald Trump unveils controversial Board of Peace at Davos with $1B fee, criticizes Spain on NATO spending and Nigeria on Christian killings while claiming global conflict de-escalation.
Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections saw record 66.91% voter turnout with women leading at 71.6%, yet only 12% MLAs are women. Despite Nari Shakti Vandan Act, structural barriers continue to limit women's political power in India and globally.
Bodies of a 24-year-old man and 18-year-old woman discovered in Moradabad district. Police suspect honour killing; woman's brothers arrested after confessing to murder.
US President Donald Trump mocked French President Emmanuel Macron's sunglasses at Davos, sparking online memes and reviving the 2024 'shove-gate' controversy involving Brigitte Macron.
PMK president Anbumani Ramadoss criticizes Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin for claiming 99% of DMK's 2021 election promises to employees and teachers were fulfilled, calling it misleading.
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Ten Indian Army personnel were killed and several injured after a military vehicle plunged into a 200-foot gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. The accident occurred on the Bhaderwah-Chamba interstate road.
US President Donald Trump suggests possible dialogue with Iran during Davos speech, days after threatening military action over violent protests. Iranian Revolutionary Guards warn against miscalculations.
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US President Donald Trump formally launched his 'Board of Peace' initiative in Davos, signing its charter with founding members. The board aims to resolve international conflicts globally, with Trump as chairman and executive powers outlined in its charte
Hundreds of PIOs and Bangladeshi-origin Hindus protested outside UK Parliament, demanding PM Keir Starmer condemn alleged Hindu genocide in Bangladesh. Labour MPs joined, pledging to press for minority protection.
Ten Army personnel killed in J&K's Doda as vehicle falls into gorge. Noida police arrest builders over software engineer's death. Manipur sees Meitei man shot dead. 1984 riot victims protest in Delhi. Trump unveils peace board at Davos with India absent.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has written to Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, advocating for enhanced Odia language education facilities in Gujarat, particularly for the significant Odia-speaking community in Surat.
The Orissa High Court has ruled that the selection of locations for Primary Cooperative Societies falls under government policy and cannot be challenged unless constitutional violations occur.
Former US President Donald Trump described Gaza as a 'beautiful piece of property' while outlining his administration's vision for rebuilding the war-torn Palestinian enclave at the Davos forum.
The Indian government has amended vehicle rules to require clearance of all pending toll taxes before selling a vehicle or obtaining a fitness certificate, aiming to curb evasion and ensure fair contributions from road users.
Fox News host Jesse Watters repeatedly refers to Donald Trump as 'daddy' during broadcasts, sparking social media backlash and discussions about NATO relations and political rhetoric.
House Judiciary Committee hearing on Minnesota day care fraud erupts in heated exchanges as Jim Jordan condemns 'Left lies' following investigation findings in Minneapolis.
Forest officials in Bhitarkanika National Park arrested three wildlife smugglers and seized 14 pangolin scales in a sting operation at Sandhapali village. The accused were negotiating with an undercover forest officer.
Union Minister Pabitra Margherita announced the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission Act 2025 in Jorhat, increasing rural employment from 100 to 125 days annually with tech-driven transparency.
The European Parliament has adopted a tough resolution calling for Iran to be 'free' and targeting 'oppressors', while US President Trump signals possible talks with Tehran after weeks of tension.
Breaking news roundup: Indian Army vehicle accident in gorge, major explosion at steel plant, and Abhishek Sharma's T20 cricket record achievement. Latest updates on these developing stories.
Vigilance sleuths arrested revenue inspector Janaki Ranjan Mallik in Cuttack for allegedly taking Rs 10,000 bribe from a landowner to process mutation. Searches conducted at his properties.
Political activity intensifies in Assam's Haflong (ST) constituency as BJP and Congress prepare for a high-stakes battle in 2026 assembly elections, with emerging third-front challenges and local dynamics shaping the contest.
Guwahati Metropolitan Drinking Water & Sewerage Board has partially commissioned the South West Guwahati water supply project, benefiting 1,500 households initially with 17,000 more expected by year-end.
Pratik Mishra, a 30-year-old habitual offender with nine criminal cases, was arrested for posting social media threats of a bomb attack on Puri's Jagannath temple and targeting a BJD MP.