Haryana Cong chief meets Faridabad gang-rape victim’s family at hospital

Haryana Congress president Rao Narendra Singh visited a gangrape victim in Faridabad, condemning the ‘inhumane and heinous crime’ and criticizing the BJP government’s claims on women’s safety. The 25-year-old mother of three was allegedly gangraped in a moving van and thrown out, suffering severe injuries. Singh demanded strict punishment for…

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J&K crackdown: 2 terror associates nabbed with arms, grenades in Ganderbal; SOG recovers rifle in Doda forest

Jammu and Kashmir Police arrested two terror associates in Ganderbal, seizing a pistol, grenades, ammunition, and Rs 8.40 lakh cash. The operation, based on specific intelligence, also led to the recovery of an SLR rifle and ammunition in Doda district. Investigations are ongoing to uncover wider links and intent. …

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After 3 months of protests, Tezpur University VC sent on leave; MoE orders probe

The Ministry of Education has directed Tezpur University Vice-Chancellor Shambhu Nath Singh to proceed on leave following sustained protests over alleged administrative, financial, and environmental irregularities. A high-level enquiry committee has been formed to investigate the allegations, with an interim pro-VC appointed to ensure continuity. …

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Faridabad Horror: Rape case survivor suffers deep injuries, know 5 major updates

A 26-year-old woman who was gang-raped in Faridabad was brutally assaulted and thrown out of the moving van on the Gurugram-Faridabad Road on the intervening night of 30th and 31st December. The two accused have been arrested and produced in court on Wednesday. Read More | Source: DNA…

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BSF action near IB in J-K: 19-year-old Bangladeshi held; probe under way

According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the individual has been identified as Shariful Islam Bhuiyan, son of Mozibul Haque Bhuiyan. He is a resident of Adra village in Bangladesh’s Comilla district. BSF officials told ANI that the operation is expected to begin next month and will continue till the end…

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‘Conspiracy won’t work’: Akhilesh backs Mamata Banerjee for 2026 West Bengal polls; claims BJP will lose in UP as well

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav expressed confidence in West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee’s victory in the 2026 Assembly elections, stating the BJP’s “conspiracy” would fail. He also predicted the BJP’s defeat in Uttar Pradesh in 2027, while criticizing UP CM Yogi Adityanath over voter list revisions. …

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Another SHOCKER from Air India? Pilot fails smell test, detained over intoxication allegations in Canada’s Vancouver; airline says, ‘zero-tolerance…’

In a shocking case, an Air India pilot was detained in Canada’s Vancouver over intoxicated allegations. As per reports, he smelled of alcohol before boarding a flight, which he was scheduled to operate to Delhi, via Austria’s Vienna. Read More | Source: DNA…

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India, Pakistan exchange list of nuclear installations: All about the 1988 agreement; what purpose does it serve — explained

India and Pakistan have exchanged lists of their nuclear installations and facilities, marking the 35th consecutive annual update under a 1988 agreement. This routine exchange, continuing even during periods of tension, aims to prevent accidental or deliberate attacks on critical nuclear infrastructure, fostering predictability between the two nuclear-armed neighbours. …

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India set to impose NEW taxes on cigarettes, tobacco products, staring from…; Here’s all you need to know

Cigarettes will become more expensive from 1 February 2026 after the government imposed additional excise duty on tobacco products. The move replaces the GST compensation cess and led to a sharp fall in shares of ITC and Godfrey Phillips following the announcement. Read More | Source: DNA…

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‘Chief ministership is for the high command to decide,’ says Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara

The Home Minister’s remarks come amid an alleged ongoing power tussle within the Karnataka Congress, with the Chief Ministership emerging as a contentious issue after the government reached its halfway mark. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, and Home Minister G Parameshwara are seen as key figures in…

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Delhi-NCR AQI: Dense fog engulfs national capital as air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category, airlines issue advisories, AQI reaches…

Delhi-NCR welcomed the New Year under severe winter conditions, with very poor air quality, dense fog and extreme cold disrupting daily life. With AQI near hazardous levels and visibility low, authorities warned of health risks and possible travel delays across the region. Read More | Source: DNA…

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New Year 2026: PM Modi greets nation; prays for ‘peace and happiness in society’

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu conveyed New Year wishes for 2026. They prayed for peace, good health, and happiness across society. The nation welcomed the year with vibrant celebrations. Fireworks lit up cities as people gathered to mark the fresh beginnings of 2026 with enthusiasm and cheer….

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Murder charge dropped, alcoholic son gets 6.5-year jail term for mom’s death

A sessions court in North Goa sentenced Sandeep Verlekar to 6 years and 6 months in prison for culpable homicide not amounting to murder after he assaulted his bed-ridden mother. The court considered his alcoholism and lack of intent to kill, ordering his release after accounting for time already served….

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