Rajasthan's solar industry leaders in Jaipur revived the 250-year-old Surya Saptami Rath Yatra, linking devotion to Lord Surya with modern sustainability goals through a vibrant procession and prayers.
Ahmedabad's minimum temperature rose to 14°C, 1.5°C above normal, with IMD predicting a gradual rise followed by a sharp fall in the coming days across Gujarat.
A migrant boat capsized off the coast of Tunisia, leading to a massive rescue operation. While one person was saved, approximately 50 individuals are feared to have drowned in this tragic maritime incident.
A Hindu man has died in a Bangladesh workshop fire, with police investigating video footage showing an unidentified person lighting a fire that spread. The incident occurred on a winter night.
A 19-year-old University of Michigan engineering student was found deceased after going missing in dangerously cold conditions. Authorities conducted an extensive overnight search amid sub-zero temperatures.
Afghanistan is emerging as an unexpected center for cryptocurrency innovation, with citizens turning to digital currencies amid economic turmoil and banking restrictions.
A moderate earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar, causing tremors but no immediate reports of damage or casualties. Seismic activity in the region remains under monitoring.
The death toll from the devastating fire at Gul Plaza in Pakistan has increased to 73, with search and rescue operations nearing completion. The tragic incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in commercial buildings.
A viral video shows ICU nurse Alex Pretti performing last rites for a dying veteran, but he was later fatally shot by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis, sparking widespread outrage and protests.
Uttarakhand is set to experience another spell of rain and snowfall on Tuesday and Wednesday due to an active western disturbance. Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds are also likely across several districts.
Coastal Goa experienced above-normal maximum temperatures on January 25, with Panaji and Mormugao recording significant deviations from seasonal averages, while minimum temperatures showed varied patterns.
A newly proposed UN Board of Peace faces severe credibility issues, with critics arguing it undermines UN authority. Experts advise India against hasty responses to protect its strategic interests.
Barack and Michelle Obama issue statement condemning fatal shooting of US citizen Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis, calling it a tragedy that exemplifies President Trump's assault on American values.
Official data reveals Delhi's renewable energy generation dropped to 1,288 million units in 2024-25 while electricity consumption surged, highlighting challenges in meeting clean energy targets.
A one-and-a-half-year-old girl was mauled to death by a leopard in Pauri's Barswar village, marking the second big cat-related fatality in the district in two weeks and the sixth such incident in Uttarakhand this January.
A 70-year-old man was trampled by an elephant while collecting fuelwood in Sukhroo forest near Kotdwar, Pauri district. This incident follows another fatal human-wildlife encounter in the same district.
Israeli military fire has killed three people in Gaza, according to Palestinian medics, as the United States intensifies efforts to broker a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
An Indian-origin man was shot dead in Canada, with police investigating it as a targeted, gang-linked attack, highlighting rising concerns over violence in the community.
Prominent British commentators and political analysts have strongly criticized former US President Donald Trump's recent comments regarding non-American NATO troops in Afghanistan, calling them divisive and historically inaccurate.
A severe winter storm has hit the US Atlantic Coast, causing extensive power outages affecting nearly 1 million customers and grounding thousands of flights. The storm brings heavy snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, straining power grids across multipl
Odisha Unnayana Parishad announces indefinite hunger strike from Jan 27 demanding removal of Gadakana dumpyard, citing health hazards and environmental damage.
A Russian missile strike on Ukraine's capital Kyiv has resulted in 1,330 buildings remaining without heating, as confirmed by the city's mayor. The attack has caused significant damage to critical infrastructure, leaving residents vulnerable amid harsh wi
Iran has unveiled a large mural in Tehran depicting a missile launch, warning the United States of severe retaliation if it conducts any military strike against the country.
China's new tourism contract for Taiwan is criticized as a political tool, not a genuine effort to normalize travel, raising tensions in cross-strait relations.
The India Meteorological Department in Patna has issued a rain alert for 24 districts in Bihar on January 28, with thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds expected in West Champaran, East Champaran, Gopalganj, Sitamarhi, and Sheohar.
A comprehensive survey along a 174-km stretch of the Brahmaputra River in Kaziranga Tiger Reserve documented 945 freshwater turtles from seven species, including critically endangered Black Softshell Turtles.
A major political row has erupted in the UK after the governing Labour Party's mayor was blocked from standing in an upcoming election, raising questions about party discipline and candidate selection processes.
After two days of monsoon-like showers, Chennai is set for a return to colder nights and sunny days from Monday, with rainfall shifting to interior districts. The city recorded temperatures 3.3°C below normal.
Andrew Branca, a conservative MAGA-aligned commentator, sparked outrage after posting racist remarks about Indians in response to a viral Japanese street interview discussing food smells. The controversy highlights issues of cultural stereotyping and onli
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirms that a bilateral security agreement with the United States is finalized and ready for signing, pending President Joe Biden's approval.