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Census of India 2027: Phase 1 houselisting questionnaire notified

The questionnaire will form the basis for data collection during the houselisting phase, to be carried out between April 1 and September 30, 2026, across all states and Union Territories

Tata to invest $11 billion in AI Innovation City near Navi Mumbai airport

Global demand for data center capacity could more than triple by 2030 to reach an annual level of 219 gigawatts, according to consultancy McKinsey & Co

Karnataka Cabinet extends five-year age relaxation for govt job aspirants

Under the new provision, for example, if the maximum age for a post is 35 years, candidates up to 40 years will now be eligible to apply

India 2nd most congested in Asia; Delhi 3rd among metro cities: Study

According to the report, globally, the national capital placed 23rd with 60.2 per cent congestion, while in Asia, it ranked seventh. India emerged as the second most congested country in Asia

High ammonia in Yamuna to disrupt water supply in Delhi till Feb 4

The affected WTPs include Wazirabad, Haiderpur Phase 1 and 2, Bawana, and Dwarka, with water production reduced, impacting several areas across the city until February 4

Insolvency tribunals can't decide disputed ownership issues, says SC

SC rules insolvency tribunals cannot decide contested trademark ownership; parties must pursue IP rights in civil or commercial courts

SC says ECI must follow constitutional limits in voter roll revision

Chief Justice Surya Kant then raised concerns about transparency, noting that revisions under Section 21(3) could have serious civil consequences for voters

Govt notifies GHG emission intensity targets for four industries

This comes after the government notified targets for the aluminium, cement, chlor-alkali and pulp and paper sectors in October 2025

Jacob & Co's Rs 13.7 crore Vantara watch: Why luxury watches cost so much

Jacob & Co's $1.5 million Vantara watch for Anant Ambani features a miniature figure on the dial. Here's a peek into how luxury watches are made, priced and sold

Grap III curbs revoked in Delhi-NCR after AQI drops to 'poor' range

In an order, the Commission on Air Quality Management said the AQI of Delhi had improved to 332 on Thursday, following which the restrictions were being relaxed

77th Republic Day 2026 parade details, theme, chief guests, and more

The occasion carries added significance this year as India commemorates 150 years of its national song, Vande Mataram, infusing the ceremony with heightened historical and emotional meaning

Delhi court acquits Kejriwal in ED summons cases linked to liquor policy

A Delhi court has acquitted AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal in cases linked to alleged non-compliance with ED summons in the liquor policy probe; detailed order is awaited

10 soldiers killed as Army vehicle plunges into gorge in J-K's Doda

One of the injured is under observation in Bhaderwah sub-district hospital while 10 soldiers were airlifted to Udhampur command hospital for specialised treatment while one is under observation

Andhra Pradesh studies Australia-like social media ban for U-16 children

The exposure of children to social media in India has increased rapidly due to cheaper smartphones and wider internet access, including in rural areas

2000 Red Fort attack: SC seeks govt response on death row convict's plea

The Supreme Court has issued notice to the Delhi government on a curative petition filed by Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Mohd Arif against his death sentence

1 killed, 3 injured in blast at illegal firecracker unit in Bihar's Siwan

The explosion took place in the house of Murtazza Ansari in Bargam village in Hussain Ganj block, where firecrackers were being illegally manufactured

'Pollution a bigger threat to India than tariffs': Gita Gopinath at Davos

Former IMF chief economist Gita Gopinath says pollution is a bigger risk to India's economy than tariffs, hurting productivity, raising health costs and affecting investor confidence

At least 6 workers killed in blast at sponge iron factory in Chhattisgarh

The incident occurred at the Real Ispat Sponge Iron Factory located in Bakulahi village in the Bhatapara rural area, a police official said

Mumbai to get woman mayor from general category after lottery: Official

The lottery determines the category for which the mayor's post will be reserved, such as general, women, SC, ST, and OBC categories

SC allows Hindu prayers, sets namaz timing at Bhojshala on Basant Panchami

Hindu and Muslim groups have sought nod for religious activities at the Bhojshala complex on January 23, a Friday when Saraswati Puja will also be celebrated on the occasion of Basant Panchami