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The BJP on Monday declared Nabin as its sole candidate for the post after the nomination and scrutiny process concluded without any rival contenders. This cleared the path for his unopposed election as the party’s 12th national president. In a late-night statement, BJP National Returning Officer K. Laxman said that…

Punjab is set to modernize its major bus terminals in Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Sangrur, Patiala, and Bathinda through a Public Private Partnership. This initiative aims to significantly enhance passenger facilities, safety, and overall efficiency at these vital transport hubs. The upgrades will focus on improved waiting areas, sanitation, accessibility, and integrated…

Nitin Nabin is set to become the BJP’s national president, emerging as the sole candidate with widespread backing from top party leaders, including PM Modi. This marks a historic moment as the party’s president has always been a consensus choice. …

The Delhi High Court denied suspended jail term for expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the custodial death case of the Unnao rape survivor’s father. The court cited the grave nature of the offense, Sengar’s criminal history, and the trial court’s findings, emphasizing that the delay in trial was…

The Supreme Court has asked the government to respond to a Public Interest Litigation seeking concessional AC train fares for acid attack survivors. The NGO ‘Atijeevan Society’ argues that survivors, often from weaker economic backgrounds, need AC travel for frequent medical treatments but cannot afford it. …

India is hosting the International Conference on Democracy and Election Management in January 2026, bringing together nearly 100 delegates from 70 countries. The Election Commission will showcase its intensive electoral roll revision initiative, despite opposition concerns. The event will feature discussions on global electoral issues, best practices, and the launch…

Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen visited a Teesta project area in Bangladesh, signaling China’s keenness to implement the Teesta Master Plan. This visit occurs amidst strained India-Bangladesh relations and follows discussions on development cooperation, including the Teesta project and a proposed friendship hospital. …

TVK chief Vijay was questioned for seven hours by the CBI regarding the Karur stampede case, marking his second appearance. He was asked about rally permissions and adherence to guidelines. Vijay reportedly cited inadequate crowd control and police bottlenecks as contributing factors to the incident that claimed 41 lives. …

Boosting maritime ties, India’s First Training Squadron, including INS Tir and INS Shardul, arrived in Singapore. This visit, part of a training deployment, strengthens India-Singapore relations under the Act East Policy and prepares for the 2026 ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation. …

India has achieved a significant milestone in defense exports by flagging off the first batch of guided Pinaka rocket systems for Armenia. This move underscores India’s growing prowess as a reliable supplier of advanced defense technology, transitioning from an importer to a major exporter. The Pinaka system, known for its…

Defence projects crucial for national security in high-altitude areas near the China border, primarily in Ladakh and Sikkim, received clearance from an environment ministry panel. The National Board for Wildlife’s standing committee approved 17 proposals, including border outposts and infrastructure, while emphasizing strict wildlife mitigation and environmental safeguards. The committee…

The Centre has notified rules for utilizing the Environmental Protection Fund, created from penalties for green law violations. The fund will support pollution control, environmental remediation, clean technology research, and capacity building for environmental bodies. States will receive 75% of collected penalties, with the Centre retaining 25% for green initiatives….