INDIA
'No discrimination, no misuse': Dharmendra Pradhan amid row over new UGC rules
The commission has said the regulations respond to a sharp rise in complaints of caste-based discrimination, citing UGC data that shows a 118.4 percent increase over the last five years
INDIA
Who are 'John Does'? How Delhi Court used this injunction to block anonymous 'online defamation' against Guruji Ka Ashram Trust
The court restrained the operators of the YouTube channel “Molitics”, along with unidentified persons, from publishing, circulating, or re-uploading similar content during the pendency of the suit.
INDIA
IED blasts hit anti-Maoist operation in Bijapur, 11 injured personnel airlifted to Raipur
Security forces were focusing on the People’s Liberation Guerrilla Army’s (PLGA) Battalion 1, an armed wing of the banned Communist Party of India (Maoist), which is believed to be operating from the hill region.
BUSINESS
Indian yarn vs Bangladesh mills: Why a trade lifeline has become an industry flashpoint
Spinning mills in Bangladesh have issued a warning that operations across the country could be halted from February 1.
INDIA
Republic Day 2026 parade explained: Which contingents are marching, from Armed forces to EU formation
The parade this year marks 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram and will feature 18 marching contingents, 13 military bands, and, for the first time, a phased Army battle array displaying frontline platforms in sequence.
INDIA
'Stuck in car all night, no toilets': Snowfall rush in Manali turns into ordeal for tourists
Several areas, particularly around Manali, have been thrown into chaos as intense snow accumulation shut down roads, stranded vehicles and overwhelmed local infrastructure.
INDIA
'Not a freak accident, multiple systems failed': SIT findings on Noida techie Yuvraj Mehta's death in pit
According to investigators, serious shortcomings across departments responsible for urban planning, road safety, disaster response, and emergency coordination converged on the night Mehta lost his life.
INDIA
'A little fast?' Karnataka HC’s quip, as it halts probe against Lamborghini driver, suggests community service
According to the defence, the alleged incident occurred in December 2025, while the FIR was lodged nearly six weeks later, after video clips of the car’s movement through city traffic began circulating widely online.
INDIA
SC judge raises question of judicial independence over Centre's unusual request: 'Sad day if...'
Justice Bhuyan's remarks come against the backdrop of the Collegium’s decision in October last year to revise its original recommendation to transfer Justice Atul Sreedharan from the Madhya Pradesh HC to the Chhattisgarh HC.
INDIA
Veg-only menu on Vande Bharat sleeper train sparks TMC-BJP political row, passenger complaints
Some passengers also pointed out that the “no-food” option, available on other Vande Bharat services, was not offered on this route, leaving them with no alternative to the preset catering package.
BUSINESS
Why Infosys wants to know how much power employees use at home
The exercise applies to staff operating under Infosys’ hybrid policy, which requires employees to work from the office at least 10 days a month while spending the rest of their time at home.
INDIA
Cold wave tightens grip over North and Central India as mercury set to slide further
Cold air from snow-covered Himalayan regions is likely to descend into lower altitudes, resulting in a sharp fall in minimum temperatures and a return of biting cold conditions.
INDIA
685 roads shut, 8-km snarl, 100% hotel occupancy: Manali snowfall rush leaves thousands stranded
The pile-up, which began on Friday evening, had still not cleared more than 24 hours later, leaving tourists stranded inside their cars and buses, while movement on several highways came to a halt.
INDIA
Telangana HC sets aside death penalty of woman, cites psychosis in infant killing 'Sarpadosham' case: 'Looked like a snake'
The bench said it was “astonished” that the trial court had not examined the mental health of the accused despite material on record suggesting serious psychiatric illness.
INDIA
High Court turns down pre-arrest bail of man accused of possessing illegal 50 kg beef: 'Misled plea an afterthought'
Samples sent to a Hyderabad institute were found to be meat of a bull or ox, scientifically classified as bos indicus, an animal covered under the Act’s definition of cow.
SCIENCE
Two suns seen over Russia's Sakhalin? Science behind striking sky illusion 'sun dog' explained
Sundogs, also known as mock suns or parhelia, are bright patches of light that appear to the left, right, or sometimes on both sides of the real sun.
INDIA
Judge who ordered FIR against Sambhal cops transferred thrice in eight months, row erupts
Lawyers in Sambhal staged protests near the Chandausi police station and the district collectorate, raising slogans against the state government and terming the transfer “the killing of justice.”
INDIA
Krishna Karunesh named Noida Authority CEO after Lokesh M’s removal over techie's death in pit
The leadership change at the Noida Authority comes against the backdrop of protests and scrutiny after 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta died on the night of January 16 in Sector 150
INDIA
Supreme Court notice to Centre, CBI on plea of senior citizen ex-banker duped of Rs 23 crore in 'digital arrest'
New Delhi, Jan 24 The Supreme Court has sought responses from the Centre, the CBI and others on a plea filed by a 78-year-old retired banker who was dup..
INDIA
EC unsure of meeting Supreme Court deadline for issuing list of names flagged for 'logical discrepancies'
On January 19, the Supreme Court had directed the Election Commission to make public the names of voters categorised under “logical discrepancies” and those listed as “unmapped”.
INDIA
'We are not inferior in patriotism': Tamil Nadu CM Stalin as Governor Ravi refused to read Assembly speech
“I am facing the crisis that was not witnessed during the tenure of former Chief Ministers…,” Stalin said, adding that Ravi’s conduct amounted to “insulting the position he holds.”
INDIA
‘Don’t cross the limit’ row: Supreme Court lets Jharkhand lawyer tender apology before HC in criminal contempt
The controversy traces to October 16 last year during a hearing before Justice Rajesh Kumar at the high court, where the lawyer appeared for a client seeking restoration of an electricity connection.
INDIA
Social media post sparks buzz: Will Raj Thackeray back BJP or Shinde Sena, sideline Uddhav in BMC polls?
In the message, he reflected on Bal Thackeray’s political style and principles, highlighting adaptability without abandoning core values.
INDIA
PM Modi launches SVANidhi Card: What is this 'immediate access to credit' scheme for street vendors?
During the Kerala event, the Prime Minister also disbursed SVANidhi loans to one lakh beneficiaries, including street vendors from the State.
