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9:44 PM

Haryana government to sue AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal

Haryana government to sue AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal for his claim that the state is mixing "poison" into Yamuna water, and the BJP to approach Election Commission against former Delhi CM: BJP sources told PTI

9:44 PM

EU ministers agree to revive Rafah border mission

The European Union will restart a civilian mission to monitor the border crossing between Gaza and Egypt at Rafah, the bloc’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday.

 

“Everyone agrees that EUBAM Rafah can play a decisive role in supporting the ceasefire,” Kallas said.

 

“Today, EU Foreign Ministers agreed to redeploy it to the Rafah Crossing Point between Gaza and Egypt. This will allow a number of injured individuals to leave Gaza and receive medical care,” she added.

8:39 PM

India, China decide to resume Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

8:17 PM

Israel says Hamas list shows 8 of 33 hostages to be freed in first phase of Gaza ceasefire are dead

7:55 PM

PM Modi speaks to US president Donald Trump over phone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to US President Donald Trump in a phone call on Monday, as per media reports. This is the first conversation both leaders had after Trump's inauguration ceremony that happened just a few days ago.

7:55 PM

PM Modi holds telephonic conversation with Trump

7:03 PM

Tata Steel reports Q3 consolidated net profit of Rs 327 crore

5:49 PM

RBI announces slew of measures to inject liquidity to banking system

The Reserve Bank of India, on Monday, announced a slew of measures to inject liquidity into the banking system. The central bank will conduct Open Market Operation purchase auctions of government securities worth Rs 60,000 crore ($6.96 billion) in three tranches and hold a 56-day variable rate repo auction for Rs 50,000 crore on Feb. 7, it said in a statement. The RBI will also conduct a USD/INR buy/sell swap auction of $5 billion for a tenor of six months.

5:44 PM

Republic-Day parade this time was significant as our republic has completed 75 years: PM Modi at NCC rally

"Future of world can't be imagined without India's youngsters. That is why I call you force for global good," said PM Narendra Modi at NCC rally.

5:16 PM

Khalistani sentiments, radicalism on rise under AAP ruled Punjab: Congress

Congress on Monday alleged that under AAP-ruled Punjab, Khalistani sentiments and radicalism are on the rise, calling the AAP model of governance something that will destroy the country.

 

Addressing a press conference, All India Congress Committee Treasurer and MP Ajay Maken, along with Former Deputy Chief Minister and Former Home Minister of Punjab, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, claimed that 11 grenade attacks had taken place across Punjab, with no action being taken by the government, and the incidents receiving little to no media attention.

 

The Congress leaders alleged that these grenades were Australian made, the same kind used in the 2001 Parliament attack and the 2008 Mumbai attacks.

 

Randhawa said that he had written to the Home Minister, calling for urgent attention to the matter.

 

"Kejriwal goes on with promises to implement the Delhi model in Punjab and the Punjab model here in Delhi. His model is nothing but a model to destroy the country," Randhawa said accusing the AAP government of not addressing on the alleged grenade attacks.

 

"Our chief minister (referring to Bhagwant Mann) is a coward. He cannot speak against Khalistanis and act against them. Kejriwal must answer to these issues," he added.

5:06 PM

India and China should commit themselves to mutual understanding rather than mutual suspicion: Chinese FM

India and China should commit themselves to mutual understanding rather than mutual suspicion says Chinese FM Wang as he meets FS Misri.

In his meeting with Misri, Wang said that since the meeting between President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Russia last year, the two sides have earnestly implemented the important consensus reached by the leaders of the two countries, carried out active interactions at all levels and accelerated the process of improving China-India relations, said a press release issued by the Chinese Foreign Ministry here.

 

"The two sides should seize the opportunity, meet each other halfway, explore more substantive measures, and commit to mutual understanding, mutual support, and mutual achievement, rather than mutual suspicion, mutual alienation, and mutual consumption," Wang said.

 

5:04 PM

RBI supersedes board of Aviom India Housing Finance on governance concerns

The Reserve Bank of India said on Monday it has superseded the board of Aviom India Housing Finance due to governance concerns and defaults in meeting payment obligations. The central bank will initiate bankruptcy proceedings against the housing finance company, the RBI said.

4:54 PM

EC seeks factual report from Haryana on high ammonia levels in water supplied to Delhi

The EC on Monday sought a factual report from Haryana on allegations made by Delhi Chief Minister Atishi about ammonia levels in water supply from the neighbouring state. The chief ministers of Delhi and Punjab moved the Election Commission (EC) on Monday, alleging higher ammonia levels in the water supplied from Haryana to the national capital to adversely impact supply during the ongoing assembly poll process.

4:45 PM

Pak's former prime minister Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi challenge conviction in Al-Qadir Trust case

Pakistan jailed former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, on Monday challenged in a high court their conviction in the Al-Qadir Trust case. An accountability court in Islamabad convicted the former first couple in the high-profile 190 million British Pounds case in a much-anticipated ruling earlier this month.

4:27 PM

Rs 4 cr stolen in Kotekar bank heist recovered, four held Mangaluru

The stolen cash and gold ornaments worth Rs four crore have been recovered, and four people have been arrested in connection with the Kotekar Co-operative Bank robbery, police said on Monday. Mangaluru Police Commissioner Anupam Agarwal lauded the efforts of the police team in solving the case. According to officials, on January 17, four masked and armed individuals looted the bank, making off with cash and gold jewelry.

4:04 PM

Majority of candidates contesting Delhi polls in 41-50 age range: ADR

The majority of candidates contesting the assembly election in Delhi are in the 41-50 age group, according to poll rights body ADR. The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) has released its report on the academic qualifications of the candidates contesting the February 5 election. The report highlights trends in age demographics, education levels, and political participation. Data for the analysis was sources from affidavits submitted by the candidates with their nomination papers.

3:29 PM

Calcutta HC reserves order on admission of appeal of state and CBI

The Calcutta High Court on Monday reserved its order on the admission of two appeals, one by the West Bengal government and the other by the CBI, challenging a trial court order which sentenced RG Kar hospital rape-murder convict Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment till death. Both the CBI and the state government separately prayed for capital punishment for the convict.

3:22 PM

EU medicines agency quits X, moves to Bluesky

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) said on Monday it would no longer post on X and would use rival Bluesky instead, becoming the latest organisation to quit a social media platform that some have criticised for its content. "EMA will no longer post updates and content on X. We believe the X platform no longer suits our communication needs," the agency said in a statement.

2:51 PM

Cong will never tolerate exploitation of poor in name of religion, says Kharge

People of RSS who abuse Congress today did nothing for independence; they were with British, says Mallikarjun Kharge. 

2:43 PM

SC to name independent observer for fair Chandigarh mayoral polls on January 30

Electoral process for mayoral poll be conducted in presence of observer and videographed, the Supreme Court said today.

2:17 PM

BJP-RSS want a pre-independence like situation in the country where poor don't have rights: Rahul Gandhi

The day our Constitution is changed, there will be nothing left in country for backwards, Dalits, tribals, says Rahul Gandhi.

1:58 PM

UCC will end discrimination against women, protect rights of children, says CM Dhami

Uniform Civil Code implementation not to target any religion, it is a legal instrument to end all evil practices, says Uttarakhand CM Dhami.

 

1:31 PM

News update: Uniform Civil Code implemented in Uttarakhand

1:29 PM

BJP-led NDA amendments accepted, Opposition's defeated in Waqf committee

The Joint Parliamentary Committee scrutinising the Waqf (Amendment) Bill on Monday adopted all amendments proposed by the ruling BJP-led NDA members and negated every change moved by opposition members.The committee chairman Jagdambika Pal told reporters after the meeting that amendments adopted by the committee will make the law better and more effective.However, opposition MPs decried the meeting's proceedings and accused Pal of "subverting" the democratic process. "It was a farcical exercise. We were not heard. Pal has acted in a dictatorial manner," TMC MP Kalyan Banerje stated.

1:26 PM

Maha Kumbh: VHP flags 'exorbitant hike' in fare for Prayagraj flights, seeks govt intervention

The Vishva Hindu Parishad on Monday claimed devotees were facing "serious inconveniences" in visiting the Maha Kumbh Mela due to the "exorbitant hike" in fares for flights to Prayagraj by some airlines and urged the government to take immediate steps to address the issue.

Raising the issue, VHP national spokesperson Vinod Bansal said, "But, some airline companies are resorting to an exorbitant hike in airfare taking unfair advantage of the increasing number of passengers. They have increased their economy class fares by 200 per cent to 700 per cent due to which the devotees visiting Maha Kumbh and returning from there are facing serious inconveniences." 

1:12 PM

JPC Members suggest 572 amendments to Waqf draft legislation bill

The consolidated list of amendments was circulated by the Joint Committee on Waqf Amendment Bill, chaired by BJP leader Jagdambika Pal, late Sunday as the panel's hearing entered the last lap. The Committee will discuss the clause-by-clause amendments at its meeting on Monday.

12:47 PM

After differing opinion, SC bench orders burial of pastor in designated place away from village

The Supreme Court on Monday gave a split verdict on the issue of place of burial of a pastor, whose body is lying in a mortuary in Chhattisgarh since January 7, and directed that he be buried at a designated place for Christian burials. While Justice BV Nagarathna said the burial of the converted Christian should be held in a private agricultural land of the family, Justice Satish Chandra Sharma said the burial should only be held at a designated place away from the village in Chhattisgarh.

12:20 PM

Eager to take dip at Sangam, receive blessings from saints: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday expressed his anticipation of participating in the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela here, by taking a dip at the Sangam and seeking blessings from saints. In a post on X, Shah said, "'Mahakumbh' is a unique symbol of the continuous flow of Sanatan culture. The Kumbh showcases the life philosophy of Sanatan Dharma, which is rooted in harmony." "I am eager to take a dip at Sangam and receive the blessings of saints at this great festival of unity and integrity in the holy city of Prayagraj," he added.

12:15 PM

Andhra Pradesh govt to develop Data City near Vizag, create 2 mn jobs

In line with the Telugu Desam Party's election promise to create 2 million jobs within five years, the state government has unveiled plans to develop the Data City in Madhurawada, near Visakhapatnam. This initiative aims to mirror Hyderabad's successful Hitec City model. Read here to know more details.

 

12:00 PM

EAM Jaishankar embarks on 3-day visit to UAE

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday embarked on a three-day visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to further enhance India's comprehensive strategic partnership with the influential Gulf nation. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Jaishankar will meet the leadership of the UAE to review the close partnership between the two countries. "The external affairs minister will meet the leadership of the UAE to review the close partnership between the two countries and explore avenues to further enhance the bilateral relationship," it said.