SENSEX
NIFTY
GOLD
USD/INR

Weather

image 10    C

News18

National / News18

Jaish Terrorists Trapped As Fresh Encounter Breaks Out In Kishtwar

All the trapped militants are believed to be members of the proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) outfit.

25 Jan 2026 11:44 pm
Moved Barely 200 Metres In 24 Hours: Tourists Share Ordeal As Rush Chokes Snow-Hit Manali

Around 7 to 8 kilometres of the national highway remain blocked, forcing many tourists to abandon their vehicles and walk long distances through deep snow.

25 Jan 2026 11:13 pm
Indian Armys Bhairav Battalion Set For Eastern Command Deployment

Raised in August 2025, the Bhairav Battalion will participate in the Republic Day Parade in Kolkata this year before its formal induction.

25 Jan 2026 10:29 pm
Republic Day: Gallantry Awards To Be Conferred On 70 Armed Forces Personnel, Including 6 Posthumous

The awards will be formally conferred during Republic Day celebrations on Monday.

25 Jan 2026 10:04 pm
Beyond Politics: Modi Governments Civilian Honours Reflect Cross-Party Recognition

Over the past decade, leaders from opposition parties, regional stalwarts, and ideological rivals have featured prominently in the honours list.

25 Jan 2026 9:45 pm
ED Chargesheets WinZO, Says Users Lost Rs 734 Crore Due To Bot, AI Manipulation

Those named as accused in the chargesheet include Winzo Pvt. Ltd., its directors Paavan Nanda and Saumya Singh Rathore, as well as the companys wholly owned subsidiaries.

25 Jan 2026 9:26 pm
Sheikh Hasinas Delhi Press Club Address Draws Objection From Bangladesh Ahead Of Polls

In a statement, Bangladeshs foreign ministry said Hasina's speech had deeply angered both the government and the public.

25 Jan 2026 8:03 pm
IndiGo Cancels Flights To Georgia's Tbilisi, Kazakhstan's Almaty Amid Rising Tensions In Iran

This follows a sharp rise in tensions between the United States and Iran after a violent crackdown on protests across Iran.

25 Jan 2026 7:48 pm
Only 22% Domestic Travellers Find State-Managed Tourist Destinations Safe: Survey

Only 37% out of 12,124 who responded indicated that the cleanliness in state government managed tourist sites was good

25 Jan 2026 7:48 pm
President Droupadi Murmu Addresses Nation On Republic Day Eve: We Became Architects Of Our Destiny

The President also hailed the preparedness of the armed forces for protection of the citizens.

25 Jan 2026 7:36 pm
All About British FBI As UK Plans New Police Service To Tackle Terror, Fraud, Other Crimes

NPS will take responsibility for counter-terrorism, fraud and organised crime investigations.

25 Jan 2026 7:15 pm
Actor Dharmendra, Jharkhand's Shibu Soren, Cricketer Rohit Sharma To Get Padma Awards | Full List

President Droupadi Murmu approved the conferment of 131 Padma Awards, comprising five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri Awards.

25 Jan 2026 6:53 pm
9 NTPC Officials, Engineers Leave Bangladesh Amid Attacks On Hindus | Exclusive

Their absence was noticed during breakfast checks done by authorities

25 Jan 2026 6:43 pm
Powerful Symbol Of Defence Ties: US Envoy Sergio Gor, Army Secy Driscoll Pose With AH-64E Apache

Sergio Gor described the Apache helicopter as a powerful example of joint defence efforts, highlighting its advanced technology and operational value for Indias armed forces.

25 Jan 2026 6:15 pm
Love, Jealousy And Crime: Andhra Woman Injects Ex-Lover's Wife With HIV, Held

According to police, the main accused, B Boya Vasundhara, was unable to accept that her ex-lover had married another woman.

25 Jan 2026 6:09 pm
Mark Tully, Acclaimed Chronicler Of India And Former BBC Bureau Chief, Passes Away At 90

Tully had been admitted to Max Hospital in Saket on January 21 and was under treatment in the nephrology department.

25 Jan 2026 5:49 pm
Dream Job Turns Nightmare: Hyderabad Youth Trapped In Thailand Cybercrime Racket

The offer promised work for eight to ten hours a day at a modern call centre, and a monthly salary of nearly Rs 1 lakh.

25 Jan 2026 5:27 pm
Why US Consulates In India Have No H-1B Visa Interview Dates Until 2027?

Visa offices in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata currently have no regular interview slots available.

25 Jan 2026 5:20 pm
Republic Day 2026: When And Where To Watch President Droupadi Murmu's Address To Nation?

This will be President Murmus fourth address on Republic Day eve, and will be streamed live across the nation.

25 Jan 2026 5:13 pm
Kerala Lottery Results Today LIVE: Samrudhi SM-39 Ticket MM 428525 Wins Rs 1 Crore; Check Full List (25.01.2026)

Kerala Lottery Results Today Live: Check the live updates and full list of winning numbers for Samrudhi SM-39 lottery for January 25, 2026.

25 Jan 2026 3:59 pm
Exclusive Domain Of Judiciary: SC Judge Flags Executive Influence In Judicial Transfers

Justice Bhuyan said that transfers are made solely for the better administration of justice and fall within the exclusive domain of the judiciary.

25 Jan 2026 3:53 pm
Ladakh Honours Kargil War Hero: Tashi Namgyal Gets State Award Posthumously

Namgyals vigilance marked the opening chapter of Operation Vijay, turning the tide in one of Indias fiercest battles

25 Jan 2026 3:49 pm
Padma Awards 2026: Unsung Heroes From Healthcare, Art, Literature, Social Work Honoured

Padma Awardees work spans healthcare, education, livelihoods, sanitation, sustainability and social welfare. Many have worked with Divyangjan, women, children and Dalits.

25 Jan 2026 3:38 pm
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla To Be Honoured With Ashok Chakra On Republic Day: Sources

Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will receive the Ashok Chakra for becoming the first Indian ISRO astronaut to visit the ISS as pilot of the Axiom-4 mission.

25 Jan 2026 2:51 pm
EAM Jaishankar Discusses India-America Ties, Ukraine Conflict With US Ambassador Gor

US ambassador Sergio Gor wrote on X: Just wrapped a productive meeting with EAM Dr S Jaishankar...on ways to strengthen U.S.-India partnership...

25 Jan 2026 2:47 pm
'No One Can Question': Samajwadi MLA Pitches Akhilesh Yadav For INDIA Bloc Leadership

The SP MLA said the party wants Akhilesh Yadav, its national president and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister, to lead the INDIA alliance.

25 Jan 2026 2:46 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: Tejashwi Yadav Appointed RJD's New National Working President & Other Top Stories

We are also covering: Noida Techie Yuvraj Mehta's Death Not Accident, But 'Institutional Failure': SIT Findings Explained and other news.

25 Jan 2026 2:15 pm
Odisha: Koraput Administration Withdraws Order Banning Sale Of Non-Veg Food After Backlash

Koraput district administration revoked its ban on non-vegetarian food sales for Republic Day after backlash and concerns over due diligence, restoring meat and egg sales.

25 Jan 2026 2:08 pm
Republic Day 2026: Gallantry And Service Medals Awarded To 982 Personnel

Central government announced 982 medals for police, fire, Home Guard, Civil Defence and correctional services on Republic Day 2026, with CRPF and Uttar Pradesh leading in awards.

25 Jan 2026 1:52 pm
Mirzapur Conversion Racket: Alleged Mastermind Arrested At Delhi Airport While Fleeing Abroad

A man was arrested at Delhis IGI Airport for running a gang involved in sexual exploitation, religious conversion, and blackmail through his gyms.

25 Jan 2026 1:45 pm
Tejashwi Yadav Appointed RJD's New National Working President

The decision was taken at the RJDs national executive meeting held in Patna, where Tejashwi Yadav was unanimously chosen for the post.

25 Jan 2026 1:40 pm
Noida Techie Yuvraj Mehta's Death Not Accident, But 'Institutional Failure': SIT Findings Explained

The SIT has indicted the Noida Authority, police, fire services and traffic management for delays, omissions and negligence that collectively led to the loss of life

25 Jan 2026 1:36 pm
Tasked To Destroy Laluism: Rohini Acharyas Dig At RJD Leadership Ahead Of Key Party Meet

Rohini Acharya said that control of the party had slipped into the hands of infiltrators and conspirators who had been tasked to end Laluism.

25 Jan 2026 1:35 pm
'This Is A Joke': Air India Passenger Slams Airline For Not Allotting Preferred Seat

A passenger criticized Air India for not providing seat 10A despite paying a premium, citing his kidney transplant. Air India assured a refund.

25 Jan 2026 1:30 pm
Pakistan Coerced Into Ceasefire: Report Details Indias Air Superiority During Op Sindoor

Operation Sindoor: India emerged with a clear operational advantage, as it protected assets and degraded Pakistan's capabilities, while dictating escalation dynamics, says report

25 Jan 2026 1:09 pm
UP Couple Jump From Second-Floor Pizza Shop After Being Accosted By Hindu Group

The couple reportedly told police they had ordered instant noodles and were waiting for their food when the group started asking them personal questions.

25 Jan 2026 12:39 pm
70-Year-Old Odisha Man Carries Sick Wife In Rickshaw, Cycles 600 Km To Hospital

A 70-year-old man from Odisha, pedaled his wife 300 km (one way) in a rickshaw van from Sambalpur to Cuttack for treatment.

25 Jan 2026 12:24 pm
NEET Student Death Case: Forensic Report Finds Semen Traces On Clothes; Two Cops Suspended

The NEET student death case in Patna sees new scrutiny after a forensic report found semen traces on the victims clothes. Two cops were suspended as the probe continues.

25 Jan 2026 11:40 am
Youth Blending Devotion Into Daily Life: On Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi Cites Bhajan Clubbing

PM Modi pointed to a growing phenomenon, widely referred to as bhajan clubbing, where large groups of young people gather to sing devotional songs in a community setting.

25 Jan 2026 11:38 am
From Bandhani To Halari Pagdi: PM Modis Memorable Republic Day Turbans

PM Narendra Modis Republic Day turbans showcase Indias cultural diversity, from saffron for Swarnim Bharat to Bandhani, pheta, Uttarakhand cap, Halari Pagdi, and bandhej styles.

25 Jan 2026 11:00 am
MK Stalin Pays Homage On Language Martyrs' Day, Says Hindi Has No Place In Tamil Nadu

MK Stalin paid homage on Language Martyrs Day. He reaffirmed Tamil Nadus resistance to Hindi imposition and the enduring legacy of the anti-Hindi agitations.

25 Jan 2026 10:58 am
Passengers Must Be Free To Choose: TMC, BJP Clash Over Veg-Only Menu On Vande Bharat Sleeper

BJP's West Bengal president Samik Bhattacharya said food choices were a personal issue and not linked to the party.

25 Jan 2026 10:52 am
The Day India Signed Its Future: Rare Photos Of Nehru, Patel And Others

On January 26, 1950, the Indian Constitution came into force, turning India into a sovereign democratic republic after nearly three years of intense debate and drafting.

25 Jan 2026 9:59 am
Left My Son To Gods Mercy: Father Calls Out Negligence, Demands Action After Noida Techies Death

Noida techie's father, Rajkumar Mehta, blamed authorities for negligence. CM Yogi Adityanath ordered an SIT probe.

25 Jan 2026 9:50 am
'Bhagya Vidhata Of Development Journey': PM Modi's Letter To First-Time Electors On National Voters' Day

In his letter, PM Narendra Modi said becoming a voter is an occasion for celebration and called on people to ejoice when a person enrols as a voter for the first time

25 Jan 2026 9:47 am
Congress MP's Nephew Kills Wife, Ahmedabad Police Rules Out 'Accidental' Firing

Yashkumarsinh Gohil, nephew of Congress MP Shaktisinh Gohil, shot his wife in Ahmedabad before taking his own life, police said.

25 Jan 2026 9:09 am
Kerala Lottery Results Today LIVE: Samrudhi SM-39 Winning Numbers For January 25, 2026; First Prize Rs 1 Crore

Kerala Lottery Samrudhi SM 39 results announced for January 25, 2026. Check full winning numbers, Rs 1 crore first prize, and claim guidelines.

25 Jan 2026 9:00 am
Breaking Myth, Building Future: Vijay Subramaniam On Reimagining Indian Epics With AI

With his second AI film, Chiranjeevi Hanuman: The Eternal, on the way, Subramaniam makes it clear that mythological and historical narratives are not a phase but a mission.

25 Jan 2026 9:00 am
Jaish Commander Hid Inside House In J&K Operation, Took Family As Hostage Before Being Shot

Jammu and Kashmir police said three of the terrorist's hideouts have been busted so far, along with the natural caves he used while one was a manmade hideout

25 Jan 2026 8:31 am
'Hinduism Not Worship System But Way Of Living': Mohan Bhagwat Reaches Out To Tribal Communities

The RSS chief stated that while the Sarna faith is a distinct and respected 'form of worship', it exists within the inclusive ambit of Hindu identity

25 Jan 2026 5:08 am