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Europe Turns to India as Strategic Partner: Five Key Reasons Driving a Major Shift

New Delhi । As transatlantic relations face renewed strain, Europe is increasingly looking toward India as a reliable strategic and economic partner. Growing unease over U.S. policies—particularly former President Donald Trump’s repeated statements on Greenland and NATO—has left many European nations reassessing their global alliances. In this changing geopolitical landscape, India has emerged as a … Read more

Chhattisgarh Government Suspends Mungeli District Food Officer Over Lapses in Paddy Procurement

Mungeli, Chhattisgarh | In a major administrative action, the Chhattisgarh state government has suspended Hulesh Dadsena, the District Food Officer of Mungeli, with immediate effect for alleged serious negligence in the paddy procurement system. The suspension was ordered on January 21, 2026, citing violations of the Chhattisgarh Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1965. According to the … Read more

Jashpur Police Seize Over 185 Kg of Marijuana Under “Operation Aaghat,” Two Drug Traffickers Arrested

Jashpur, India In a major crackdown on drug trafficking under “Operation Aaghat,” Jashpur Police seized a massive consignment of illegal marijuana weighing 185.42 kilograms and arrested two interstate drug traffickers in the Narayanpur police station area. The seized contraband is estimated to be worth over ₹55 million (approximately USD 660,000) in the illegal market. The … Read more

Congress Stages Protest in Patharia Block Under ‘Save MGNREGA’ Campaign

Mungeli, Chhattisgarh — Political activity has intensified in Chhattisgarh over the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), as the Congress party continues its statewide protest drive under the banner of the “Save MGNREGA Campaign.” As part of the campaign being held from January 12 to February 26, Congress workers staged a symbolic protest … Read more

Tribal Community Erupts in Anger in SurgujaStrong Condemnation of Alleged Abusive Remarks by Bhanupratap Singh, Demand for Public Apology

Surguja । The tribal community in Surguja has expressed strong outrage against Bhanupratap Singh, former Chairman of the Scheduled Tribes Commission, over allegations that he used abusive and derogatory language toward tribal men and women. Tribal leaders and villagers have condemned the incident, calling it a direct attack on the dignity, self-respect, and honor of … Read more

NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires After 27 Years of Distinguished Service

Washington, D.C. — Veteran NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has officially retired after an extraordinary 27-year career with the US space agency, effective December 27, 2025. Widely respected for her leadership, technical expertise, and record-setting missions, Williams leaves behind a legacy that has inspired generations of astronauts and space enthusiasts around the world. Williams first flew … Read more

Odisha Government Takes Tough Stand: Vedanta’s ESL Steel Served ₹1,255 Crore Demand Notice Over Mining Targets

New Delhi:The Odisha government has issued a massive demand notice of ₹1,255.38 crore to ESL Steel Ltd, a subsidiary of the Vedanta Group, alleging violations of mining norms. The notice has sparked a fresh debate over compliance with mining regulations and the accountability of corporate operators in the sector. According to disclosures made by Vedanta … Read more

Jana Nayagan Row: Madras High Court Reserves Verdict on CBFC Appeal, Vijay Film’s Release in Limbo

Chennai: The release of actor Vijay’s much-anticipated film Jana Nayagan remains uncertain after the Madras High Court on Tuesday reserved its verdict on an appeal filed by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) challenging a previous order directing it to grant the film a UA certificate. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Manindra Mohan … Read more

IndiGo Assures DGCA of Operational Stability, Says No Flight Cancellations After February 10

New Delhi: India’s largest airline, IndiGo, has assured the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) that it will not cancel any flights after February 10, 2026, when the airline begins implementing the complete set of Flight Duty Time Limitation (FDTL) norms. The airline has informed the regulator that it now has a sufficient number of … Read more

Builder Arrested as SIT Begins Probe into Noida Techie’s Death; Rahul Gandhi Flags ‘Lack of Accountability’

Noida: Uttar Pradesh Police have arrested Abhay Singh, CEO of MZ Wiztown Planners, in connection with the death of Noida-based software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, whose drowning at a construction site has sparked nationwide outrage over administrative negligence and delayed emergency response. Singh has been booked under Sections 105, 106(1), and 125 of the Bharatiya Nyaya … Read more

Three Arrested in ₹550 Crore CGMSC Scam Linked to ‘Hamar Lab’ Scheme

Raipur । In a major breakthrough in the CGMSC scam case, the Anti-Corruption Bureau has arrested three accused in connection with large-scale financial irregularities under the state’s ambitious “Hamar Lab” diagnostic scheme. The arrests were made on January 18, 2026, in Crime No. 05/2025 registered under Sections 409 and 120-B of the Indian Penal Code … Read more

SECL Women Welfare Society Organizes Service Program at School for Visually Impaired Girls

Bilaspur: The Women Welfare Society of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) organized a service and outreach program at Gyandeep Kanya Vidyalaya for visually impaired girls, reaffirming its commitment to social welfare and inclusive development. During the program, the children were provided with essential supplies including grocery items, fruits, biscuits, sesame laddoos, and other daily-use necessities. … Read more

Spanish Train Collision: EAM Jaishankar Expresses Grief Over Tragic Accident

New Delhi: India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over a tragic train collision in Spain that claimed several lives and left many injured. According to a rail operator, an evening passenger train travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed near the city of Cordoba and collided with another train coming from … Read more

ED Arrests Mokshit Corporation Partner in ₹43-Crore Medical Procurement Scam in Chhattisgarh

Raipur: The Directorate of Enforcement (ED), Raipur Zonal Office, has arrested Shashank Chopda, a partner of M/s Mokshit Corporation, in connection with an alleged large-scale medical equipment and reagent procurement scam in Chhattisgarh. The arrest was made on January 14, 2026, under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. Chopda was … Read more

Vietnamese Workers Face Uncertainty as Japan Tightens Crackdown on Illegal Labor

Tokyo:Vietnamese migrant workers in Japan are increasingly facing uncertainty as the government moves forward with a stricter crackdown on illegal employment, amid rising public resentment and labor market pressures. Minh, a Vietnamese worker who arrived in Japan in 2015 under the Technical Intern Training Program (TITP), represents thousands caught in this difficult situation. For nearly … Read more

Kerala Government Suffers Setback in Cheruvally Estate Ownership Battle

KOTTAYAM, Kerala The Kerala government has suffered a significant legal defeat in its long-running battle over the ownership of the Cheruvally Estate, a 2,263-acre tract of land earmarked for the proposed Sabarimala Greenfield Airport. A Pala Sub Court today rejected the state’s lawsuit seeking declaration of ownership, dealing a blow to government plans and intensifying … Read more

China’s Birth Rate Falls to Record Low as Population Shrinks for Fourth Straight Year

Beijing:China’s birth rate dropped to a historic low in 2025, highlighting a deepening demographic crisis that threatens to weigh on the world’s second-largest economy for decades, even as the country met its annual growth target despite ongoing trade tensions with the United States. According to data released Monday by China’s National Bureau of Statistics, the … Read more

Polish Deputy PM Radoslaw Sikorski Arrives in New Delhi to Strengthen India–Poland Strategic Partnership

New Delhi: Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski arrived in New Delhi on Monday for a three-day official visit to India, aimed at further strengthening the India–Poland Strategic Partnership and exploring new areas of bilateral cooperation. Sikorski was received at the airport by Additional Secretary Pooja Kapur. His visit focuses on deepening … Read more

Karur Stampede Probe: TVK Leader Vijay Appears Before CBI for Second Round of Questioning

New Delhi: Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader Vijay appeared before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Delhi on Monday for the second round of questioning in connection with the Karur stampede case. The development comes as the agency intensifies its probe ahead of the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. Earlier, the CBI had questioned … Read more

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi Likely to Visit U.S. Around March 20 for Talks with President Trump

Tokyo: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is expected to visit the United States around March 20 for talks with President Donald Trump, diplomatic sources said on Sunday. The planned meeting is seen as an important step toward reaffirming the strong Japan–U.S. alliance ahead of President Trump’s anticipated visit to China. Preparations are already underway for … Read more

‘Pushpa 2’ Releases in Japan: Rashmika Mandanna Gets Emotional After Receiving Letters and Gifts from Fans

Tokyo/New Delhi: Allu Arjun and Rashmika Mandanna’s blockbuster film ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’, which created history at the box office in 2024, has now made its way to Japan. The film was officially released in Japan on January 16, and its premiere received an overwhelming response from fans. During the promotional visit, Rashmika Mandanna was … Read more

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s Net Worth: From Royal Palaces to Superyachts Worth Billions

New Delhi: The President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, popularly known as MBZ, is arriving in India today, January 19, on an official visit. This marks his third official visit to India as UAE President and is expected to further strengthen the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Alongside diplomacy, MBZ’s … Read more

T20 World Cup 2026 Row: Bangladesh’s Participation in Doubt as ICC Sets January 21 Deadline

Dhaka: With the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 drawing closer, uncertainty continues to loom over Bangladesh’s participation. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has remained firm on its stance that the national team faces security risks in India and has demanded that its World Cup matches be shifted to Sri Lanka. In response, the International … Read more

Where Is BSNL’s 5G? The Real Reason Behind the Delay Revealed — A ‘Surprise’ Plan Ready for Jio and Airtel

As 2026 begins, one question continues to dominate the minds of telecom users across India: Where is BSNL’s 5G? While private players like Jio and Airtel have aggressively rolled out 5G services, BSNL’s absence has led many to believe that the state-run telecom operator is lagging far behind. However, the reality is quite different. According … Read more