No milk, no social events: MP village’s harsh punishment for love marriages
A village in Madhya Pradesh's Ratlam district has openly declared to boycott families whose children marry by choice, media reports said.
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Swiss think tank reveals how India’s air dominance in Operation Sindoor pushed Pakistan to ceasefire table
A detailed study by a prominent Swiss military history and strategy think tank has concluded that India achieved decisive air superiority over Pakistan during Operation Sindoor in May last year, forcing Islamabad to seek a ceasefire after just four days of intense aerial combat.
‘Dear Indian Friends’: Macron’s Republic Day message to India melts hearts — See the throwback photo
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday greeted his “dear Indian friends” on the occasion of India’s Republic Day, sharing a throwback image from his 2024 visit to the country with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
This is what Xi Jinping said to India on Republic Day — And why it matters
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday greeted India on the occasion of Republic Day, describing the two countries as “good-neighbourly friends” and partners.
Who is Akshita Dhankar? IAF officer who unfurled tricolour with President Murmu on Republic Day
New Delhi/IBNS: Indian Air Force Flight Lieutenant Akshita Dhankar has made headlines after unfurling the national flag alongside President Droupadi Murmu on the occasion of the country’s 77th Republic Day.
Three killed, three others missing after massive blaze in Kolkata food warehouse
Kolkata/IBNS: A massive fire broke out in the early hours of Monday at a food storage and manufacturing unit in Kolkata’s Anandapur area, leaving three workers killed and at least three others feared trapped or missing.
Non-Hindus may no longer be allowed in Badrinath and Kedarnath — temple committee confirms
Dehradun/IBNS: Non-Hindus may soon be barred from entering the Badrinath and Kedarnath temples in Uttarakhand, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC) announced, NDTV reported.
‘Dhurandhar’ actor Nadeem Khan arrested in rape case; housemaid alleges abuse on marriage promise
Mumbai/IBNS: Actor Nadeem Khan, who was last seen in the blockbuster Hindi film Dhurandhar, has been arrested for allegedly raping his housemaid over several years on the pretext of marriage, media reports said.
‘No less than a concert’: PM Modi lauds India’s new bhajan club culture among Gen Z
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has praised the growing trend of “bhajan clubbing” in India, describing the atmosphere at such events as “no less than a concert” while retaining the spiritual essence of devotional music.
Nearing conclusion: EU signals breakthrough in India-EU free trade talks
EU Commissioner for Trade Maros Sefcovic on Sunday said India and the European Union are moving closer to concluding negotiations on a free trade agreement (FTA).
Republic Day 2026: PM Modi’s ‘Viksit Bharat’ message, EU leaders as chief guests — all you need to know
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings to the nation on the occasion of Republic Day, expressing hope that the celebration would renew collective energy and enthusiasm towards building a Viksit Bharat.
Big diplomatic moment before Republic Day: Jaishankar meets top EU leaders
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday met senior European Union leaders in New Delhi, a day ahead of India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations.
Indian Navy strengthens ties with Indonesia in Major 1TS visit
Boosting maritime engagement with Indonesia, a member nation of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS), and advancing the vision of MAHASAGAR, the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS) departed Belawan on January 23.
Dharmendra, Rohit Sharma, V S Achuthanandan honoured with Padma Awards 2026 — Full list inside
The Government of India on Sunday announced the Padma Awards 2026, honouring distinguished individuals across fields for their exceptional contributions to the nation.
Mark Tully dead at 90: From Kolkata to BBC, remembering the man who defined Indian journalism!
Veteran journalist Mark Tully, one of the most celebrated authors, died at a private hospital in Delhi.
Constitution ‘sacrosanct’ to PM Modi: Shashi Tharoor’s statement sets political chatter ablaze
Thiruvananthapuram/IBNS: Amid speculation over his relationship with the Congress, party MP Shashi Tharoor has said Prime Minister Narendra Modi views the Indian Constitution as “sacrosanct,” underscoring the strength of a document that has “stood the test of time.”
AI obscene videos, blackmail and religious conversion: GRP cop, gym owners busted in UP
Lucknow/IBNS: Six people, including a Government Railway Police (GRP) head constable, have been arrested in connection with an alleged gym-based syndicate involved in forced religious conversions in Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, media reports said.
KRK arrested in Mumbai after firing incident at Oshiwara Residence
Mumbai/IBNS: Actor and self-proclaimed film critic Kamaal R. Khan (KRK) has been arrested by Mumbai Police in connection with a firing incident at a residential building in Oshiwara, media reports said.
Rajasthan: Two murder convicts fall in love behind bars, granted parole to get married
Jaipur/IBNS: A relationship that began behind prison walls is set to culminate in marriage, after two convicted murderers were granted parole to wed in Rajasthan’s Alwar district.
Top Maoist leader with ₹2 crore bounty among 16 eliminated in major Jharkhand encounter
Jamshedpur/IBNS: A senior Maoist leader carrying a cumulative bounty of ₹2.35 crore was among 16 Naxals killed during a prolonged gunfight with security forces in Jharkhand’s West Singhbhum district on Thursday, officials said.
Married at 15, divorced by Triple Talaq at 16, gang-raped under Halala — UP woman’s horror story will shock you
A woman from Uttar Pradesh has alleged sexual violence, coercion and child abuse in a case that began as a complaint under the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Marriage) Act, 2019, throwing light on the legal grey areas surrounding women’s rights after instant triple talaq in India.
'Insult' in Kochi, silence in Delhi: Shashi Tharoor likely to skip key Congress meeting as party tensions surface
New Delhi/IBNS: Congress MP Shashi Tharoor is likely to stay away from an important meeting convened by the party’s central leadership to discuss preparations for the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections, sources said on Friday.
Showdown in Bengal: ED director in Kolkata days after Mamata Banerjee intervenes in I-PAC raid
Kolkata/IBNS: Enforcement Directorate (ED) Director Rahul Naveen arrived in Kolkata on Thursday, days after West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee intervened during the central probe agency’s raid on political consultancy firm I-PAC in connection with the coal scam case, media reports said.
10 army personnel killed after vehicle falls into gorge in J&K’s Doda
At least 10 Indian Army personnel were killed and 10 others injured on Thursday after their vehicle skidded off a mountainous road and plunged into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir’s Doda district, officials said.
‘Paint Mumbra green!’ AIMIM corporator’s remark triggers political firestorm!
Mumbai/IBNS: Twenty-nine-year-old AIMIM leader Sahar Shaikh has drawn widespread attention after winning a ward from Mumbra in the recently concluded Maharashtra civic polls, becoming the youngest corporator of her party, media reports said.
Trouble for Bengal BJP MLA Hiran Chatterjee? First wife files complaint with cops over his second marriage
Kolkata/IBNS: Actor-turned-politician Hiran Chatterjee’s first wife, Anindita Chatterjee, approached the police on Wednesday night after news of his second marriage became public, media reports said.
SC allows both Hindus and Muslims to pray at disputed Bhojshala in Madhya Pradesh on Basant Panchami
New Delhi/IBNS: The Supreme Court has allowed both Hindus and Muslims to offer prayers at the disputed Bhojshala Temple–Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday, media reports said.
'Second group? no chance': Ashwini Vaishnaw says India is a top AI power, slams IMF at Davos
Davos/IBNS: Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw on Tuesday strongly rejected International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva’s assessment that placed India in the “second grouping” of global Artificial Intelligence (AI) powers.
From AI to chips: Ashwini Vaishnaw unveils India’s big tech playbook at Davos
Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, Railways, and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, outlined India’s ambitious and integrated strategy for artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and deep-tech innovation during multiple interactions on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos.
India–Spain relations in spotlight as Spanish Foreign Minister meets President Murmu
Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation José Manuel Albares called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday.