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Amid criticism from Congress and AAP, Bidhuri withdraws comment on Priyanka

Regretting his remark on Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, former MP and BJP's Delhi assembly election candidate from Kalkaji constituency Ramesh Bidhuri, on Sunday, withdrew his words.

Chhattisgarh journalist's murder: A saga of corruption, collusion, and cost of reporting the truth

The brutal murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakaar in Bijapur, South Chhattisgarh, has ignited a storm of outrage across the nation, spotlighting rampant corruption in developmental projects in Maoist-affected regions.

Indian Metro Network Now Third-Largest in the World

Daily passenger ridership has also witnessed exponential growth, rising from 28 lakh in 2014 to over one crore, reflecting a 2.5 times increase

HC seeks updated status report on Jammu & Kashmir arms licence scam investigation

In a significant order, a Division Bench of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, comprising Chief Justice Tashi Rabstan and Justice M A Chowdhary (via virtual mode), directed the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to file an updated status report on the infamous Arms License Scam investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation involving five IAS officers and others.

Had AAP held grudges with Centre over its top leaders' arrests, RRTS would not have been a reality, says Kejriwal

AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, taking a dig at the BJP-led Centre, on Sunday claimed that the inauguration of the RRTS and extended metro line was a result of the Delhi government's cooperation despite the alleged atrocities on AAP's top leaders.

Delhi gets its first Namo Bharat connectivity, PM Modi takes train ride

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday inaugurated the 13-km additional stretch of Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor between Sahibabad in Uttar Pradesh and New Ashok Nagar in the national capital, worth around Rs 4,600 crore, marking a significant milestone in enhancing regional connectivity.

LG Okays Relaxation in Recruitment Criteria for Anti-Sikh Riot Victims

Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena has approved full relaxation in required educational qualification and age, up to 55 years, for 88 applications for employment from victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

Sachdeva Accuses Kejriwal of Running From Real Issues, Dares Him to a Debate on Delhi's Development Works

Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva on Sunday accused AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal of being an expert in diverting attention from real issues, and alleged that he has deceived people, whether it is hospital construction, rebuilding old schools, expanding public transportation services, road maintenance, ration distribution, or even on the electricity and water bills.

Delhi emerging as a model of public transport infrastructure for country & world: CM Atishi

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday congratulated the people of the city on the inauguration of the first phase of the Regional Rapid Rail Transit System (RRTS) and the expansion of the Metro's Magenta line, stating that the national capital is emerging as a model in public transport infrastructure before the country and the entire world.

Digital Data Protection Rules to Empower Citizens, Curb Harm

The draft Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) rules aim to safeguard citizens' rights for the protection of their personal data and also address specific challenges like unauthorised commercial use of data and digital harms, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said on Sunday.

Coast Guard helicopter crash in Porbandar kills 3 crew members

A Board of Inquiry has been launched after an Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv crashed in Gujarat's Porbandar, resulting in the deaths of three crew members, including two pilots and one aircrew member.

18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention to kickstart in Bhubaneswar

The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention will be held in Bhubaneswar from 8-10 January.

Gritty Australia reclaim Border-Gavaskar Trophy after a decade

It turned out a gloomy start to the New Year for Indian cricket fans after a gritty Australia bounced back strongly from a comprehensive loss in the series opener in Perth to reclaim the Border-Gavaskar Trophy by a 3-1 margin after a decade, besides confirming their title defence of the World Test Championship against South Africa at Lord's in June.

PM to virtually inaugurate, lay foundation for railway projects today

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to virtually inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for several significant railway projects on Monday, aiming to enhance connectivity and drive regional development.

J&K LG Condoles Death of 4 People in Kishtwar Accident

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Sunday expressed grief over the death of four people in a road accident near Sanyas area in the Kishtwar district of J&K.

Patanjali's vision for a new era: Five revolutions for Bharat and beyond

Patanjali Yogpeeth's Chairman and renowned Yoga Guru, Swami Ramdev, along with Acharya Balkrishna, marked the 30th Foundation Day of the Patanjali organization on Sunday, January 5.

Cold wave grips Delhi, light rain likely today

The national capital continued to experience cold weather on Sunday, with the maximum temperature recorded at 17°C, four notches below the seasonal average.

CAQM Revokes GRAP III Curbs as AQI Level Improves in Delhi

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Sunday revoked the curbs under its anti-pollution Graded Action Response Plan's (GRAP) stage III, after the city's AQI level (Air Quality Index) witnessed an improvement.

From 'tent school' to Olympic-style shooting range: CM recalls Delhi's education revolution

Inaugurating a world-class Olympic-level shooting range at a government school in Kalkaji on Sunday, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi expressed immense happiness that such a facility is now available in a state school.

NIA arrests PFI cadre at Delhi airport in Phulwarisharif case

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday arrested a Popular Front of India (PFI) cadre, Mohammad Sajjad Alam, at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on his arrival from Dubai, the agency said on Sunday.

Himachal Govt Allocates ₹85 Crore for Tesla MRI Machines in 3 State Medical Colleges

Himachal Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said here on Sunday that the state government has allocated Rs 85 crore for the procurement of three Tesla MRI machines to be installed in three medical colleges—IGMC Shimla, Tanda Medical College and Nerchowk Medical College—in the state.

'I have confidence in myself': Rohit refutes retirement talk

Refuting speculations of retirement from the longest format, India skipper Rohit Sharma on Saturday cleared the air following his non-selection for the ongoing fifth and final Border-Gavaskar Trophy Test match in Sydney.

Bumrah's a threat at all times, feels Australia head coach McDonald

Australia would be hoping for Jasprit Bumrah to remain in the sidelines for the rest of the fifth and final Test after India's pace spearhead and stand-in skipper was forced out of the ground with back spasms on day two of the Sydney Test.

BGT: Pant's fireworks keep Indian hopes alive on Day 2

Wicketkeeper-batter brings T20 flavour to Test cricket as 15 wickets fall on second day of Sydney Test

There's no particular number in mind: Prasidh Krishna reflects on SCG track

Acknowledging the inconsistency of the surface at the Sydney Cricket Ground, India pacer Prasidh Krishna said there is no particular target in mind after his team ended up with an overall lead of 145 with four wickets in their bag after the second day's play in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Saturday.

Strength of NCC cadets increased from 17 to 20 lakh in 2024: DG NCC

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp 2025 is witnessing the participation of 2,361 cadets, including 917 girls - the largest number till date.

Indian Coal Sector Clocks Record Production in 2024

Coal production reached an all-time high of 1,039.59 million tonnes (provisional) in 2024, marking a significant 7.28 percent growth compared to the previous year's total of 969.07 MT, the government said on Saturday.

Centralised Pension Payments System rolled out in all EPFO offices across India

The EPFO has completed the full-scale rollout of the new Centralised Pension Payments System (CPPS) across all its disbursing offices in a landmark move towards enhancing pension services, the Ministry for Labour and Employment said.

Trump's Sentencing Is Set for 10 January

Manhattan Judge Juan M. Merchan scheduled the sentencing for 10 days before Trump's inauguration – but the judge indicated that he's leaning toward a sentence that would amount to just closing the case without any real punishment

Republican Mike Johnson Re-elected House Speaker in Dramatic Floor Vote

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will embark on what is expected to be his final overseas trip in office this weekend, traveling to South Korea, Japan, and France.