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Jharkhand to hold civic polls in 48 urban local bodies on Feb 23: SEC

ULB polls in Jharkhand are not contested on the electoral symbols of the political parties, but candidates are backed by the outfits

Nationwide bank strike on January 27 hits operations across India

The strike was called to press for the long-pending demand for a five-day work week in the banking industry, including declaring all Saturdays as bank holidays

Goa may impose Australia-style social media ban for children under 16

Goa is studying Australia's law restricting social media access for children under 16, after parents have raised concerns about online distractions and the impact on students' learning

All flights to and from J&K's Srinagar airport cancelled due to snowfall

As many as 58 flights -- 29 inbound and 29 outbound -- have been cancelled due to the ongoing snowfall

Plea in SC challenges definition of caste discrimination in 2026 UGC rules

The plea, filed by Vineet Jindal, assailed the regulation on the grounds that caste-based discrimination is defined strictly as discrimination against members of the SC, ST and OBC

Congress hits out at govt over delay in sharing Budget session agenda

At the all-party meeting, Congress leaders questioned lack of legislative agenda, however, Union ministers attending the meeting said the agenda will be circulated later

Madras HC sets aside order to grant censor certificate to 'Jana Nayagan'

Madras HC set aside single judge's order saying the board should have been given time to file its response

Students call for protest outside UGC office in Delhi over new guidelines

The new rules notified by the UGC have sparked widespread criticism from general category students

Massive fire at Kolkata warehouses kills 8, rescue ops underway

Eight bodies were recovered after a massive fire gutted two adjoining warehouses in South 24 Parganas, while rescue teams continued searches amid fears more workers may be trapped

J&K: Around 50 flights cancelled at Srinagar airport due to snowfall

Several flights outbound and inbound to Srinagar International Airport were cancelled on Tuesday due to snowfall in Kashmir region

Traffic restrictions issued near Rajghat in New Delhi for official event

Diversions and regulated movement will be in place from 9.15 am to 12.30 pm due to a function at Mahatma Gandhi Smriti Sthal, Delhi

Delhi air quality worsens to 'poor' as IMD issues yellow alert for rain

Jahangirpuri recorded the worst AQI at 378, with 22 of 39 monitoring stations in Delhi reporting air quality in the 'very poor' category, while 13 areas had their readings in the 'poor' levels

Centre convenes all-party meeting ahead of Budget session: Top agenda

The meeting is aimed at ensuring the smooth functioning of Parliament and managing issues that are expected to arise during the session

Traffic restrictions in parts of Delhi today for Beating Retreat rehearsal

Vijay Chowk and Raisina Road from Krishi Bhawan roundabout towards Vijay Chowk will remain closed or restricted for general traffic

Weather update: IMD forecasts rain in Delhi today, cold wave in north India

Delhi woke up to shallow fog on Tuesday as the IMD issued a yellow alert for possible rain and thunderstorms. Meanwehile, snowfall, gusty winds and cold wave are likely across several parts of India

Datanomics: Art tops the charts as National Awards recognise achievements

An analysis of Republic Day honours shows gallantry awards rising sharply over the last decade, while trade and industry continue to receive limited recognition among Padma awards

Republic Day greetings pour in as Trump, Xi underline India's global role

From Washington to Beijing, global leaders congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, with messages from Donald Trump and Xi Jinping reflecting democratic values, regional cooperation

Canada PM may visit India in March, ink C$2.8 billion uranium deal

Two sides likely to sign pacts on AI, critical minerals, and uranium supply during the visit

Republic Day: India wows EU leaders with its military might, rich heritage

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said India's success benefits global stability as she and European Council President António Costa attended the Republic Day parade ahead of the Indi

Punjab will go all out to get Chandigarh as its capital: CM Bhagwant Mann

At present, Union Territory Chandigarh is the joint capital of Punjab and Haryana