More than 11 lakh people in Delhi remain excluded from National Food Security Act benefits due to verification delays and system flaws. New rules aim to overhaul PDS with technology and prioritise vulnerable groups.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated five Aadhaar Seva Kendras in Delhi, enhancing access to Aadhaar updates, biometric corrections, and child enrolment services.
Telangana RTC is preparing to install electric vehicle charging stations at 25 bus depots in Hyderabad to support the rollout of 2,200 electric buses, with power infrastructure discussions underway.
A Kansas City man faces 98 years in prison for allegedly running a Facebook Marketplace scam where he sold vehicles to multiple buyers using forged paperwork, then stole them back within hours.
BMC has issued stop-work notices to 106 construction sites lacking air quality monitors and 93 bakeries violating emission standards, following Bombay High Court directives.
A tragic road accident in Rajkot's Dhrangadhra has been uncovered as a premeditated murder. The victim, Yuvrajsinh Zala, was killed by his maternal cousin Divyarajsinh, who was raised in the same household.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visited the renovated Onpo Workers' Recreation Centre, now the country's largest hot springs resort, marking a shift from his 2018 criticism. The tour highlights luxury leisure projects aimed at foreign tourism and domestic
Ballygunge GRP arrests main accused Nur and accomplice Nazmul for murdering Rinku Samaddar near Brace Bridge. Investigation traced suspects through call records and CCTV footage from multiple stations.
The Supreme Court has ordered a status quo on the construction of a modern bus terminus in Chengalpet, granting interim relief to Bhaktavatsalam Educational Trust in a land encroachment case dating back to 1961.
Telangana High Court directs GITAM University to deposit 50% of its 108 crore pending power dues with TGSPDCL within three weeks during dispute adjudication.
Kolkata airport implements enhanced security measures with dual-layer screening ahead of Republic Day, causing increased passenger wait times and earlier arrival recommendations.
Mumbai police detained B M Unnikrishnan, husband of deceased Greema S Rajan, for questioning in the cyanide deaths of his wife and mother-in-law in Thiruvananthapuram.
Rural roads in Vamanapuram ward will be upgraded to high-tech BMBC standards with Rs 22-crore projects including Muthuvila-Parappil-Chellanchi and Perayam-Kudavanad-Paluvally roads, scheduled for completion by February.
IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi met Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in Davos to discuss nuclear power's role in India's clean energy transition and climate goals.
New CISF recruits at Kolkata airport undergo mandatory soft skills and sensitivity training to improve passenger experience, focusing on disabilities and language barriers.
Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu will be closed to all vehicular traffic for 16 hours on Sunday for critical repair work, including cable and bearing replacements, with traffic diverted to alternative routes.
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan released the Military Quantum Mission Policy Framework, outlining India's strategy to integrate quantum technologies into armed forces for future warfare dominance.
Deccan Herald's 'Speak Out' opinion forum on January 23, 2026, featured diverse perspectives on current issues, fostering public discourse and democratic dialogue in India.
Adarsh, 29, friend of main accused Vishnu, arrested for aiding evasion in Kilimanoor road accident that killed couple. Police extend probe to Tamil Nadu.
Police in Ludhiana are investigating the fatal shooting of Pardeep Kumar 'Billa' in Jamalpur park. CCTV footage shows masked assailants fleeing on a scooter after the execution-style killing.
Kolkata's bus network faces severe overcrowding, poor scheduling, and digital shortcomings, yet remains the most affordable daily transport for lakhs. Survey reveals 72% cite inadequate buses as top concern.
A fire at a Honda two-wheeler showroom in TC Palya, Bengaluru, gutted 20 vehicles including new bikes and customer vehicles. Fire officials suspect a short circuit caused the blaze, with no casualties reported.
Ludhiana Railway Station faces a severe security gap with only one functional luggage scanner handling 55,000 daily passengers, causing frequent breakdowns and manual checks during peak hours.
House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan launched a fiery attack on former Special Counsel Jack Smith, accusing him of political bias in the Trump investigation during a contentious Capitol Hill hearing.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky questioned Europe's Arctic security strategy at Davos, calling limited troop deployments in Greenland insufficient against Russia and China.
Eight NATO nations have rejected President Trump's newly launched Board of Peace initiative, raising questions about its legitimacy and impact on global diplomacy amid tensions over Greenland.
President Donald Trump announces negotiations for unlimited U.S. access to Greenland, calling it vital for Arctic security against Russia and China, with NATO confirming strategic deployment.
Top NATO military leaders confronted intense questioning at Davos regarding Greenland, Arctic security, and alliance unity following President Donald Trump's comments. Officials denied active military planning for Greenland but emphasized NATO's readiness
Former YSRCP MP V Vijayasai Reddy demands Jagan Mohan Reddy retract critical comments, denies involvement in Andhra liquor scam, blames coterie for sidelining.
Bengaluru ranks as world's second most congested city in TomTom-2025 report, but residents and experts say numbers understate reality. Urbanists call for holistic mobility solutions over road expansion.