India News Updates: PM Modi inaugurates 38th National Games in Uttarakhand

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Maha Kumbh 2025: 15 crore devotees attend first 15 days

India News Updates: Union Health Minister JP Nadda highlights 185% growth in NHM funds, major decline in maternal mortality ratio

At a press conference on the National Health Mission (NHM), Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced a 185% increase in central fund allocation for NHM from 2014 to 2023, with total annual expenditure reaching ₹59,740 crore, reflecting a 146% growth. He highlighted the significant achievement of a sharp decline in the maternal mortality ratio (MMR), which has reduced by 83%, from 556 to 97 deaths per 100,000 births, surpassing the global average decline of 45%.

India News Live: ISRO to launch 100th mission with NVS-02 satellite on GSLV-F15, says Nambi Narayanan

ISRO is preparing to launch its 100th mission, the NVS-02 navigation satellite, aboard the GSLV-F15 rocket on January 29 from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. Former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan explained that this will be the 17th launch of GSLV-F15, with the satellite weighing around 2,250 kg. He emphasized the satellite’s importance for India’s independent navigation system, reducing dependence on other countries, and supporting defense agencies. However, he mentioned a small limitation, as the satellite's coverage will be region-specific rather than nationwide. These efforts are part of India’s broader space exploration goals, including Gaganyaan.

World News Live: French President Emmanuel Macron says the Mona Lisa will move to a new, dedicated room inside the Louvre museum, reports AP.

India News Live: Odisha ready for growth, investment set to flow, says Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo at Utkarsh Odisha Conclave

At the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave, Odisha Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo emphasized that both the Chief Minister and Prime Minister have highlighted the strong industrial gathering in Odisha, signaling the state's readiness for progress. He assured that Odisha is prepared to welcome investment and committed to ensuring the state’s growth.

Actor Saif Ali Khan attack live: Mumbai Police confirms strong evidence against accused, investigation ongoing

During a press conference in Mumbai, Additional CP Paramjit Singh Dahiya stated that the investigation has revealed ample evidence against the accused, and further inquiries are continuing.

Delhi News Live: 12 rescued, 5 dead in Burari building collapse; builder arrested

Delhi, 12 people have been rescued and are undergoing treatment, while 5 casualties have been reported. Police, Fire, and NDRF teams are on-site, working to remove debris. An FIR (No. 84/2025) has been filed under sections 105/110/3(5) BNS at PS Burari, and the builder, Yogendra Bhati, has been arrested by Delhi Police.

PM Modi News Live: PM Modi congratulates Uttarakhand govt for implementing UCC, compares it to sports spirit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the Uttarakhand government for implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC). He highlighted that the UCC embodies the same spirit of unity and fairness as sports, emphasizing that it ensures no discrimination against anyone. This statement was made after he inaugurated the 38th National Games in Dehradun.

PM Modi News Live: Modi highlights role of sports in India’s growth at 38th National Games inauguration

-- Modi emphasized that sports are now integral to India’s development, boosting the self-confidence of youth, and contributing to the country’s goal of becoming the world’s third-largest economy.

--PM highlighted India’s role as a major supplier of sports equipment, with over 35,000 factories in Meerut producing goods used by athletes globally.

--The 38th National Games were inaugurated with blessings from Baba Kedarnath, Badrinath, and Maa Ganga, marking a significant step in Uttarakhand’s 25 years of progress.

--Modi described the National Games as a symbol of India’s unity and strength, with youth from across the country coming together to participate.

--The PM acknowledged the role of the Khelo India Youth Games in providing new opportunities for young athletes to showcase their talent and improve their skills.

--Modi reiterated the government’s ongoing support in increasing opportunities for athletes to further develop and succeed in their respective sports.

PM Modi News Live: PM Modi highlights 'Ek Bharat, Sreshth Bharat' at 38th National Games inauguration

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the opening ceremony of the 38th National Games, described the event as a beautiful portrayal of 'Ek Bharat, Sreshth Bharat.' He emphasized the importance of sports in the country’s development and reiterated the government's focus on supporting athletes. Modi further assured that the government's efforts are aimed at enhancing the capabilities of athletes and fostering their growth.

India News Live: Adani Group to invest Rs 2.3 lakh crore in Odisha over next 5 years

Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd, signed an MoU with the Government of Odisha for significant investment in the state over the next five years. The Adani Group has committed to investing Rs. 2.3 lakh crore across various sectors, including power, cement, industrial parks, aluminium, and city gas, marking the largest investment intent under the Utkarsh Odisha 2025 initiative.

PM Modi News Live: PM Modi, Uttarakhand Governor, and CM Dhami inaugurate 38th National Games

India News Live: CISF to establish two new battalions in Nuh, Haryana, including Mahila battalion

he Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has announced the creation of two new battalions in Nuh, Haryana, one of which will be a newly approved Mahila Battalion. These two new battalions, along with the existing 5th Battalion in Ghaziabad and 11th Battalion in Greater Noida, will significantly strengthen contingency policing efforts in the Delhi NCR region.

Delhi News Live: BJP delegation meets Election Commission over Kejriwal’s allegation on Haryana’s water contamination

A BJP delegation, led by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, met with the Election Commission to address AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal’s claim that the Haryana government had "poisoned" the Yamuna water. The BJP dismissed Kejriwal’s accusation as misleading and false, urging the EC to compel Kejriwal to retract his statement and issue an apology. The delegation also requested the EC to take legal action against him for making such claims.

Actor Saif Ali Khan attack live: Found oral, physical, and technical evidence against the accused; caught the right person, says Mumbai Police

Additional CP West, Paramjit Dahiya, provided an update on the attack on actor Saif Ali Khan, confirming that while fingerprints collected from the crime scene have not yet been officially reported by the CID, significant oral, physical, and technical evidence has been found against the accused. Dahiya emphasized that the correct person has been apprehended and stated that the Investigation Officer was changed for administrative reasons. He confirmed that statements from all witnesses, including indirect ones, are being recorded. Dahiya also shared that CCTV footage shows the victim arriving at Lilavati Hospital by 2:47 am, and clarified that the police learned about the attack from the hospital, not directly from Khan. Additionally, the accused had traveled to Kolkata after coming from Bangladesh, where police have been gathering statements from individuals who interacted with or aided the suspect.

Actor Saif Ali Khan Attack case live: Mumbai police asserts multiple evidence collected against accused

Mumbai police have confirmed that multiple pieces of evidence have been gathered against the accused in the Saif Ali Khan case. The evidence includes not only face recognition but also other forms of supporting proof, strengthening the case against the individuals involved.

Delhi News Live: Rescue operation ongoing, 12 rescued, 3 bodies recovered in Burari buiding collapse

A newly built four-storey building near Oscar Public School in North Delhi's Burari area collapsed yesterday. Rescue operations are currently underway at the site. As of now, 12 people have been rescued from the debris, and three bodies have been recovered.

Israel Gaza War Live: Qatar reaffirms support for two-state solution amid Trump’s Gaza relocation proposal

Qatar reiterated its stance on the two-state solution after US President Donald Trump suggested relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt or Jordan. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed al-Ansari emphasized Qatar's consistent position on the rights of Palestinians and the necessity of a two-state solution. "Our position has always been clear to the necessity of the Palestinian people receiving their rights, and that the two-state solution is the only path forward," Ansari told a regular media briefing when asked about Trump's comments. "We don't see eye to eye on a lot of things with all our allies, not only the United States, but we work very closely with them to make sure that we formulate policy together," he added.

Mumbai News Live: Israel tourism minister unveils plaque at Magen Hassidim Synagogue

Maharashtra News Live: Maharashtra Health minister discusses GBS outbreak in Pune, announces task force to tackle rise in cases

Maharashtra Health Minister Prakashrao Abitkar addressed the recent Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) outbreak in Pune, stating that a cabinet meeting was held to discuss the situation. The Chief Minister has instructed the formation of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to control the spread of cases. A task force, including the Health Minister, Health Secretary, Municipality officers, District Magistrate, and senior officials, will oversee the response. Abitkar identified Nanded village in Pune district as the source of the outbreak, where contaminated well water was consumed, leading to the cases. He reassured the public that GBS is not a new disease, with previous occurrences both in Maharashtra and across the country.

Delhi News Live: 11 patients admitted to hospital over past 3-4 days, all stable, says Dr. Shamim Ahmed giving update on mysterious deaths in Rajouri

Dr. Shamim Ahmed, the Medical Superintendent of GMC Rajouri, provided an update on the mysterious deaths in the region. He confirmed that 11 patients had been admitted to the hospital over the past 3-4 days, but assured that all are stable, in normal condition, and out of danger.

India News Live: Rajesh Nirwan appointed Director General of Bureau of Civil Aviation Security

The Central government has appointed Rajesh Nirwan, a 1992-batch Rajasthan cadre Indian Police Service officer, as the Director General of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). He will hold the position from the date of assumption of charge and until further notice.

India News Live: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah addressed a meeting of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Awareness Committee; calls for increased conviction rate

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed a meeting of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Awareness Committee, highlighting a concerning drop in the conviction rate from 10% to 7%. "I have stated that it must be increased to at least 10%, and for this, the police need to hold meetings. District Commissioners (DCs) must hold meetings once every three months, conduct reviews, and take action wherever necessary," said Siddaramaiah. The CM also announced plans to hold a meeting with the Chief Secretary to address issues regarding reservation, backlog, and delays in appointments, stressing the need to fill vacancies in various departments.

Mumbai News Live: Siddhivinayak Temple Trust implements dress code for devotees

Acharya Pawan Tripathi, Treasurer of the Siddhivinayak Temple Trust, announced,  "the dress code is applicable for all and devotees are expected to dress modestly when they visit the temple..."

Delhi Election Live: Supreme Court grants custody parole to Tahir Hussain for campaign

The Supreme Court has granted custody parole to AIMIM candidate and Delhi riots accused, Tahir Hussain, allowing him to campaign for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections from January 29 to February 3. The court specified that Hussain will bear all associated costs, including expenses for Delhi police officers assigned to him, as well as the costs for the jail van and escort services. The parole will be granted once Hussain deposits approximately 2 lakh rupees, covering the 12-hour duration of his release, in line with the jail manual.

Delhi Election Live: Haryana BJP MP Kiran Choudhry criticizes Kejriwal Over Yamuna river condition

Haryana BJP MP Kiran Choudhry took a jab at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, questioning his commitment to cleaning the Yamuna river. Choudhry said, "I want to ask Kejriwal ji that he had promised to clean the Yamuna. There are 37 treatment plants in Delhi, but only 17 are working. So who is responsible for this? If all the treatment plants were working, the people of Delhi would not have to face this situation... They have realised that they are not winning, so in the end they are trying to spread anarchy..."

Delhi Elections Live: 'This time Arvind Kejriwal won't have it his way,' says Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja

On AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal, Punjab Congress President Amarinder Singh Raja Warring says, "This time Arvind Kejriwal won't have it his way. He's cooking up new stories everyday. Earlier, pollution would come from Punjab, but now that he formed the government here, the source of pollution has shifted to Haryana... His graph has fallen because he talks like this... How can he blame the other state for polluting the Yamuna? By this logic, no one will ever clean the river... This time, AAP will not form government in Delhi."

Delhi News live: Arvind Kejriwal has a habit of making false allegations and running away, says BJP leader Tarun Chugh

On the allegations made by Arvind Kejriwal on the Haryana government regarding the Yamuna river water, BJP leader Tarun Chugh says, "Arvind Kejriwal has a habit of making false allegations and running away and now Kejriwal has crossed all limits, such serious allegations that too without any basis...Delhi Jal Board CEO herself has denied these allegations. People are seeing how low Kejriwal has stooped in politics...Now the people of Delhi have decided to get rid of Arvind Kejriwal, that is why Arvind Kejriwal is making false statements..."

PM Modi in Bhubaneswar Live Updates: India has a massive scope for live concerts

"You must have seen fabulous pictures of Coldplay concert organised in Mumbai and Ahmedabad. It shows that India has a massive scope for live concerts. Big artists from around the world are attracted towards India... I expect the state and the private sector to focus on needed infrastructure and skills." says PM Modi at Make in Odisha Conclave 2025.

Delhi elections Live: Income tax, GST rates can be cut to half, tax on essential commodities ended if loan waiver to rich is stopped, says Arvind Kejriwal

PM Modi in Bhubaneswar Live Updates: I consider eastern India as growth engine of country, says PM Modi at Odisha business summit.

Delhi News live: Burari building collapse

AAP MLA Sanjeev Jha from Burari said, "It was a tragic incident. A building has collapsed where a few labourers were living. Some have been rescued and for some, the rescue operation is underway...As per the information received, 2 people have died till now...The rescue operation is underway. Delhi government officers have assured us that an ex gratia of Rs 10 lakhs will be given to the families of deceased people and Rs 5 lakhs will be given to the minors who died..."

Delhi News Live: UPSC aspirants death case

Delhi High Court listed the plea of CEO Abhishek Gupta for hearing on Wednesday, he moved the court seeking waiving off financial condition of Rs 5 crore on his interim bail. He was granted interim bail on September 23, 2024. The court had imposed a condition of depositing of Rs 2.5 crore with the Red Cross. The counsel for Gupta submitted Supreme Court has already waived the consideration and the other 4 co-accused co-owners have been granted regular bail by the High Court.

Odisha News Live: Former Odisha DGP Prakash Mishra appointed as Advisor to CM Mohan Majhi

Former Odisha DGP Prakash Mishra  says, "I would like to thank the Chief Minister for giving me this very crucial posting and I am confident that I will be able to live up to his expectations and we will work for the interests of the common people of Odisha, try to solve all their problems and I would request everyone to cooperate with us and I think it will be a collective effort to provide good governance in Odisha..."

Uttar Pradesh News Live: 5 killed, over 40 injured after wooden structure collapses at Jain community

5 killed, over 40 injured after wooden structure collapses at Jain community event in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat: DM Asmita Lal

Uttar Pradesh News Live: Court sentences man to life in prison for killing wife

A local court has awarded life sentence to a man for hacking his wife to death in 2020. Additional District Judge Achhe Lal Saroj on Monday also imposed a fine of Rs 25,000 on the convict Kamlesh. The FIR in the case was registered on December 11, 2020 by the victim's father who alleged that Kamlesh sacrificed his wife to cure his illness. During investigation it was found that Kamlesh was suffering from filariasis and had even sacrificed pigs several times.

Jammu and Kashmir News Live: NIA raids six locations in Kashmir

Mumbai News Live: IT department conducts searches in Mumbai on premises linked to IIFL over suspected tax evasion

Delhi Elections Live: AAP accuses BJP of 'dirty politics' over Delhi's water crisis

AAP Spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar said, "Unfortunately, BJP is doing its dirty politics even on an issue like water. Water in Delhi comes either from Uttar Pradesh or Haryana. The water that Haryana government is providing right now is poisoned. The ammonia level is 700 times, it is extremely dangerous for humans to drink and it cannot even be treated. This has been done deliberately because they want the people of Delhi to drink this water and die and the blame for this will be on Aam Aadmi Party..."

Maha Kumbh Mela Live: Maha Kumbh 2025: 35.5 lakh dip today, 15 crore so far

As per Uttar Pradesh Information Department, over 35.50 lakh people have taken a holy dip today so far. More than 15 crore devotees have taken holy dip as of now.

Jammu and Kashmir News Live: Jammu and Kashmir | National Investigation Agency (NIA) is carrying out searches at six locations in Kashmir in connection with a terror conspiracy case registered last year.

Thane News Live: Massive Fire Erupts at Hyper City Mall on Ghodbunder Road

Emergency response teams, including officials from the Kasarvadavli Police Station, a rescue vehicle, a fire engine, and a high-rise fire vehicle from the Fire Brigade, are actively addressing the situation.

India News Live: PM Modi to inaugurate Utkarsh Odisha conclave today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the two-day Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave-2025, the flagship Global Investment Summit hosted by the Odisha government. The event will take place at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar from January 28th to 29th. Grand Welcome for PM Modi in Bhubaneswar. PM Modi is set to arrive at Bhubaneswar Airport in the morning to attend the investors' meet. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders will extend a grand welcome to the Prime Minister upon his arrival. After landing, PM Modi will head to Janata Maidan to inaugurate the conclave, which aims to attract global investments and showcase Odisha as a premier investment destination.

US News Live: Trump vows tariffs on nations that 'harm' US; names India, China as high-tariff countries

The United States will impose tariffs on the countries that "harm" America, President Donald Trump has said, as he named China, India and Brazil as high-tariff countries. “We're going to put tariffs on outside countries and outside people that really mean harm to us. Well, they mean us harm, but they basically want to make their country good,” Trump told House Republicans at a Florida retreat on Monday, the first after he became the president for the second term last week. “Look at what others do. China is a tremendous tariff maker, and India and Brazil and so many other countries. So we're not going to let that happen any longer because we're going to put America first,” he said.

India Live News Updates: “I had a long talk with him this morning and he’s going to be coming to the White House in the next month, probably in February,” Trump on Modi's proposed US visit.

India News Live Updates: Trump, PM Modi discuss security, trade, and Quad partnership

Today, US President Donald Trump held a productive call with PM Modi. The two leaders discussed expanding and deepening cooperation. They also discussed a range of regional issues, including security in the Indo-Pacific, the Middle East, and Europe. The President emphasized the importance of India increasing its procurement of American-made security equipment and moving toward a fair bilateral trading relationship. The leaders discussed plans for PM Modi to visit the White House, underscoring the strength of the friendship and strategic ties between our nations. Both leaders emphasized their commitment to advance the US-India strategic partnership and the Indo-Pacific Quad partnership, with India hosting Quad - Leaders for the first time later this year -  The White House