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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

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Court acquits Sajjan Kumar in Janakpuri violence case

In August 2023, a court had charged Kumar with rioting and promoting enmity, while discharging him of murder and criminal conspiracy offences

SC refuses to issue omnibus directions to prevent stampede incidents

At the outset, the CJI raised fundamental questions about the scope of judicial intervention in matters involving crowd management and law and order

Goa nightclub fire: Ex-sarpanch surrenders after dismissal of bail plea

Roshan Redkar surrendered before the Judicial Magistrate First Class in Mapusa, a day after the Goa Bench of Bombay High Court dismissed his anticipatory bail application

Karnataka Guv concludes address to joint session after reading just 2 lines

Congress members expressed strong displeasure over the Governor curtailing his speech, and raised "Shame Shame" slogans on the floor of the House

Relief for 50 Jammu MBBS students as fresh counselling scheduled on Jan 24

Earlier this month, the National Medical Commission's Medical Assessment and Rating Board withdrew the letter of permission granted to SMVDIME for non-compliance with minimum standards

SC issues notice to Delhi govt on plea of LeT terrorist in Red Fort case

Arif alias Ashfaq was awarded the death sentence by a trial court in October 2005 and the Delhi High Court had affirmed the view of the trial court in September 2007

India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train starts today: Route, fares, timing

India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper begins commercial service today on the Kamakhya-Howrah route, offering faster travel, modern amenities and premium sleeper coaches across three AC classes

Noida techie death: Fresh FIR against builders for flouting pollution laws

The FIR has been lodged even as a Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday continued its probe into the matter on the third day

₹70k for semi-furnished 2BHK in Bengaluru: Techie's post sparks debate

A ₹70,000 rent demand for a semi-furnished 2BHK in Bengaluru's Kadubeesanahalli has sparked online debate, with tenants comparing the city to Mumbai and calling out soaring rents

OP Jindal Global University debuts in Times Higher Education Rankings 2026

The rankings assessed 2,191 universities from 115 countries and territories, with only institutions meeting thresholds for data credibility, teaching excellence, and research performance included

1984 anti-Sikh riots: Court acquits Sajjan Kumar in Janakpuri violence case

In August 2023, a court had charged Kumar with rioting and promoting enmity, while discharging him of murder and criminal conspiracy offences

Air India 787 crash aircraft had repeated technical faults: US safety group

US-based Foundation for Aviation Safety (FAS) said records show the Air India aircraft faced technical problems from its first day in service

Meitei man shot dead in Manipur's Churachandpur amid fresh rise in tensions

Mayanglambam Rishikanta Singh was abducted from his home in the Tuibong area on Wednesday and shot dead in the vicinity of Natjang village, police said

Over 5 traffic offences a year can lead to driver's licence ban: Details

Earlier, driving licences could be suspended only for serious offences like vehicle theft, assault on passengers, kidnapping, and overspeeding, among others

Delhi Police alert poster ahead of Republic Day feature Al-Qaeda terrorist

Delhi Police alert poster feature Al-Qaeda terrorist Mohammed Rehan; multi-layered security, CCTV, and anti-drone units deployed ahead of 77th Republic Day celebrations

Delhi AQI stays 'very poor', but rain forecast gives hope of some relief

Overall AQI in Delhi on Thursday morning was 312, with several pollution hotspots; IMD has forecast rain this week which could wash away pollutants and provide temporary relief to residents

Delhi Police impose traffic curbs today for Beating Retreat rehearsal

Vijay Chowk will remain closed for general traffic from 4 pm to 6.30 pm. Vehicular movement will also be restricted on Raisina Road from the roundabout near Krishi Bhawan towards Vijay Chowk