Rights groups verify hundreds killed in Iran protests, including young talents like Rubina Aminian, Rebin Moradi, and Mehdi Zatparvar. Families face restrictions on mourning and burial.
Ballowal Saunkhri in Punjab recorded 0°C, the coldest in plains, as dense fog and cold wave grip Punjab and Haryana, with IMD predicting continued severe conditions.
Israel has cut diplomatic ties with several UN bodies after the US withdrawal, ordering a review of other agencies. This move signals a major shift in international relations.
Indore and northern Madhya Pradesh brace for another cold spell post-Makar Sankranti as a fresh western disturbance approaches. Met officials predict impacts from January 15.
A young male leopard drowned in a Barwani well after villagers delayed rescue efforts to record videos. Forest officials say timely action could have saved the animal.
Iran's national security chief has called former US President Donald Trump the 'main killer' in a fiery statement, while the current US president encourages Iranians to continue protesting. Tensions escalate between the two nations.
KMC presents integrated waste management plan to recycle all Kolkata waste. WBPCB demands detailed report, warns of wetland act violations. Project includes multiple processing units at Dhapa expansion.
Bangladesh has formally requested United Nations assistance to tackle misinformation and disinformation campaigns ahead of its national elections scheduled for February 12.
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled former crown prince of Iran, calls on Iranians to persist in their protests and resist the government's attempts to portray the situation as normal.
Arab nations remain surprisingly quiet as protests threaten Iran's regime more than ever. Gulf states fear regional chaos and Iran's unpredictable response more than they welcome potential change.
Elon Musk's SpaceX provides free Starlink internet service in Iran to support protesters, as unrest continues. The move aims to ensure connectivity.
Delhi government approves framework to monetize carbon credits from environmental projects, generating revenue for public welfare schemes.
Samir Das, a 28-year-old auto driver, becomes the eighth Hindu victim in Bangladesh since December 18. Police describe the attack as pre-planned, straining India-Bangladesh relations.
A rogue bull elephant has killed 20 people in Jharkhand, sparking a massive hunt. Villagers live in fear, armed with torches and firecrackers as forest officials struggle to locate the aggressive animal.
Coimbatore Corporation's mass waste collection drive gathered 85.3 metric tonnes of dry waste over four days, exceeding its target to ensure a smoke-free Bhogi festival.
A PWD report highlights elephants and gaurs flourishing on the closed Aluva-Munnar road through Pooyamkutty forest, while church leaders and politicians face legal action for attempted encroachment.
Videos and witness accounts reveal Iranian authorities are conducting one of their deadliest crackdowns in over a decade, with reports of indiscriminate firing on protesters and hundreds dead.
Iran's UN Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani holds the United States and Israel legally responsible for civilian casualties, accusing former President Trump of inciting violence.
Russia has officially deployed its advanced S-500 Prometheus air defence system, claiming it can intercept hypersonic weapons like the Oreshnik missile with a 600 km strike range.
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board appeals to Madurai residents for a smoke-free Bhogi, warning against burning plastics and tyres to prevent flight disruptions and health issues.
Two spotted deer died in separate road accidents near Acharapakkam and Kelambakkam early Tuesday. Officials report increasing wildlife fatalities as animals leave forests for food and water.
Hyderabad's traditional paper kite markets are being overtaken by plastic alternatives, violating the nationwide single-use plastic ban ahead of Sankranti festival.
National Green Tribunal orders joint investigation into encroachment and pollution at 17th-century Laxmi Taal in Jhansi. Committee given two months to submit report.
Delhi experienced its coldest January morning since 2023, with temperatures dropping sharply. Residents faced severe cold conditions across the city.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls on Iran to ensure citizens can voice grievances peacefully and without fear, emphasizing human rights and dialogue.
Nearly a year after a 3.4 crore restoration plan, Putheri lake in Chennai remains plagued by sewage inflow, encroachments, and dumping. Partial work completed, but health concerns grow.
The IMD forecasts the northeast monsoon will withdraw in the next three days, reducing rain and bringing cooler temperatures to Chennai and Tamil Nadu.
The Meteorological Centre in Shimla forecasts light rain and snowfall in parts of Himachal Pradesh from January 16 to 19, with dense fog expected in low-lying areas until January 15.
Mayor Mangalesh Kumar Srivastava emphasizes wildlife conservation's critical role in maintaining ecological balance at a film festival in Gorakhpur.
US President Donald Trump warns of military action against Iran amid protests, imposes 25% tariff on nations trading with Tehran, impacting China, India, Turkey, UAE, Iraq, and Brazil.