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'No Mentor,No Machination': Sharjeel Imams Counsel Rebuts Delhi Police Claim On Umar Khalid Links

Advocate Talib Mustafa contended that the narrative of Imam being a 'disciple'of Khalid was a fabrication intended to bolster a weak conspiracy case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots

8 Jan 2026 10:50 pm
'Pakistan, Bangladesh Were Part Of Bharatvarsh, British Conspired To Divide India': Yogi Adityanath

At a book launch event, Adityanath said India had a rich legacy of 1,000 years that was called 'Bharatvarsh', which included present India, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

8 Jan 2026 10:10 pm
'Medical Device Tag Doesn't Decide Tax Rate': Centre Opposes Plea To Slash GST On Air Purifiers

The central government wants to maintain the status of air purifiers as luxury goods that are categorised under the 18 percent tax slab

8 Jan 2026 9:55 pm
Amit Shah Holds High-Level Security Review Meeting On Jammu And Kashmir

Amit Shah said counter-terror operations targeting terror infrastructure and funding must continue in a mission mode.

8 Jan 2026 9:43 pm
'Not A Hardcore Criminal' Tag, Haryana's 2022 Law Help Ram Rahim Get Repeated Parole | Exclusive

The Haryana government argued in the Punjab and Haryana High Court in 2023 that the Ram Rahim should not be treated as a 'hardcore convicted prisoner'

8 Jan 2026 9:39 pm
Indian Army Rolls Out DIME Platform For Real-Time Logistics Tracking

Indian Army launches DIME, a digital platform for real-time logistics visibility and integrated dashboards, transforming Army logistics across all units.

8 Jan 2026 9:02 pm
Woman Who Was Gang-Raped In Moving Car In Faridabad Identifies Two Accused

The 25-year-old woman, a mother of three children, was gang-raped by two men in a moving vehicle in Faridabad on December 30 and then thrown out.

8 Jan 2026 8:57 pm
Govt To Provide Free Treatment For Up To Seven Days For Road Accident Victims

The decision was taken after Union Minister Nitin Gadkari chaired an annual meeting of Transport Ministers from all States and Union Territories in New Delhi.

8 Jan 2026 8:08 pm
Who Is Pratik Jain, I-PAC Chief And Mamata Banerjee's Poll Strategist Under ED Scrutiny?

The raids at the I-PAC office and its chief Prateek Jain's residence in Kolkata prompted a sharp response from the TMC and West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.

8 Jan 2026 7:46 pm
Air India Express Flight Makes Priority Landing After Infant Develops Breathing Trouble

Upon landing, the airline had an ambulance ready and the child was taken to a nearby hospital; however, the baby died during treatment.

8 Jan 2026 7:45 pm
We Will Never Part Ways: Uddhav, Raj Thackeray To Stay United After Mumbai Civic Polls

Uddhav Thackeray affirms unity with Raj Thackeray, stating they will remain together after forming an alliance for upcoming Maharashtra civic polls.

8 Jan 2026 7:36 pm
Vedanta Heir Agnivesh Agarwal Death: What Makes Skiing So Dangerous?

Agnivesh Agarwal's demise has once again drawn global attention to the inherent dangers of skiing, a sport often marketed for its thrill but repeatedly marked by fatal accidents

8 Jan 2026 7:34 pm
Tandoori Chicken To Paneer Tikka: Delhi Government Finalises Menu For Official Events

DTDC has finalized a diverse menu for government events, with catering bids open till January 23 and a contract value of Rs 2 crore for two years.

8 Jan 2026 7:26 pm
Had Promised Agni: Vedanta Group Chairman To Donate 75% Of Wealth After Son's Demise

Anil Agarwal said he had promised his son that he would donate 75% of their wealth to society before the latter's untimely death in the US.

8 Jan 2026 6:44 pm
Viral Post Claims Nationwide Typhoid Outbreak: Is It True? Where It Is Happening? How To Stay Safe? | Explained

The Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation confirmed that 133 typhoid cases have been reported so far, largely among students.

8 Jan 2026 6:23 pm
News18 Evening Digest: ED Accuses Mamata Banerjee Of Obstructing Probe During I-PAC-Raids & Other News

We are also covering: ED Raids Kolkata Office Of Mamata Banerjee's Poll Strategist; BJP, TMC Spar Amid Controversy and other top news.

8 Jan 2026 5:57 pm
Census 2026: Why Your House Is Listed First, What It Means For Owners Of Multiple Properties

The upcoming census will introduce several new features, including digital data collection, a self-enumeration option, a dedicated mobile application, and caste-related data

8 Jan 2026 5:48 pm
Three People Killed In Road Accident Near Ranasthalam In Andhra Pradesh

CCTV footage of the accident has surfaced, showing the sequence of events leading to the crash.

8 Jan 2026 5:44 pm
NHRC Takes Suo Motu Cognisance Amid Typhoid Cases In Gujarat's Gandhinagar

NHRC has issued a notice to Gujarat's Chief Secretary, and the commission has sought a detailed report on the matter within two weeks.

8 Jan 2026 5:32 pm
Why Oxford University Press Apologised Now Over 2003 Book On Shivaji Maharaj

Oxford University Press India apologised to Udayanraje Bhosale for unverified statements in a book on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, following a Bombay High Court directive

8 Jan 2026 5:24 pm
Special Trains For Sankranti: Routes And Timings From Bengaluru You Should Know

In total, this extension will cover 17 trips, giving travellers consistent options during the busy festival and post-festival period. There will be no change in timings or coach.

8 Jan 2026 5:03 pm
'CM, Her Aides Forcibly Removed Documents': ED Moves Calcutta HC Amid Row Over I-PAC Raids

The ED said Mamata Banerjee, her aides and police personnel seized crucial documents and electronic devices from Prateek Jain's residence, where it had conducted raids.

8 Jan 2026 4:53 pm
High Drama Over I-PAC Raids: Mamata Banerjee Alleges Strategy Theft, ED Says She Obstructed Probe

The agency says the raids are linked to a money laundering probe into a coal smuggling syndicate and are unrelated to the upcoming Bengal elections

8 Jan 2026 4:26 pm
Pakistani Woman Used Forged Papers To Work As Govt Teacher In UP For Over 30 Years

A woman was booked in UP's Rampur for hiding her Pakistani nationality. She secured a teaching job using fake documents. Probe is underway.

8 Jan 2026 4:20 pm
Why ED Is Raiding Premises Linked To Bengal Coal Scam Accused Anup Majee And I-PACs Pratik Jain

An intense political drama erupted in Kolkata as ED raided the residence of the Trinamool Congress's poll strategist, sparking an uproar from West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee.

8 Jan 2026 4:14 pm
Delhi Police Call Influencers For Probe Into Posts Linked To Turkman Gate Demolition Violence

Delhi Police said that notices are being sent to all the identified influencers, asking them to appear and record their statements as part of the investigation.

8 Jan 2026 4:08 pm
Travelling From Bengaluru Airport Now Costs More For Many Passengers, Here's Why

A Vayu Vajra ride typically costs between Rs 210 and Rs 410, while a cab from the airport can easily cross Rs 1000, especially during peak hours or late nights.

8 Jan 2026 3:54 pm
Mission Sudarshan Chakra: India's Drone-Killer Shield To Counter Any Attack From Pakistan

The government has launched Mission Sudarshan Chakra, an ambitious programme aimed at creating a comprehensive, multi-layered shield against aerial threats

8 Jan 2026 3:52 pm
Supreme Court Reserves Verdict On Justice Yashwant Varmas Plea Challenging Parliamentary Probe

Justice Varma was repatriated from Delhi High Court to the Allahabad High Court after burnt wads of currency notes were found at his official residence in New Delhi on March 14.

8 Jan 2026 3:01 pm
Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-605 Result Today: Rs 1 Crore First Prize Winner Announced

Kerala Lottery Karunya Plus KN-605 results for January 8, 2026 have been declared. Check the Rs 1 crore first prize winning number and the complete list of winners here.

8 Jan 2026 2:59 pm
'Balant Attempt To...': Tamil Nadu Guv On Govt Opposing HC Order On Karthigai Deepam

His remarks come only a day after the Madras High Court allowed the ritualistic deepam (lamp) to be lit atop the Thiruparankundram Hills in Madurai.

8 Jan 2026 2:56 pm
How Indira Gandhi Built 'Bridges Of Love' in Venezuela In Just 18 Hours

Amid Venezuela's current crisis, Indira Gandhi's 1968 visit to Caracas forged lasting India-Venezuela ties, marked by emotional moments and a pledge for cooperation and solidarity

8 Jan 2026 2:53 pm
Turkman Gate Violence: 6 More Arrested, 25 Identified Through CCTV, Bodycam Footage

The latest arrests come a day after police detained five people for alleged stone-pelting during the operation.

8 Jan 2026 2:50 pm
'Deeply Shocking And Saddening': PM Modi Condoles Death Of Anil Agarwals Son Agnivesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi condoled the death of Agnivesh Agarwal, calling his untimely passing deeply shocking and saddening in a post on X.

8 Jan 2026 2:45 pm
Water Contamination Crisis: Do ROs Remove Sewage Bacteria? Doctors Weigh In

Several families in Indore are reportedly selling their jewellery and household valuables to install RO water purifiers, hoping to protect themselves from contaminated water

8 Jan 2026 2:25 pm
Performance Review Meeting With Coach Turned Into Forced Back Rub, Assault: Teen Shooter

The 17-year-old shooter said in her complaint that she was sitting on a chair when Bharadwaj offered to crack her back. She refused, but he allegedly forced himself on her.

8 Jan 2026 2:09 pm
ED Raids Kolkata Office Of Mamata Banerjee's Poll Strategist; BJP, TMC Spar Amid Controversy

ED teams were carrying out raids at at least five locations across the city, though officials have not yet disclosed the nature of the case. Further details are awaited.

8 Jan 2026 1:51 pm
Pollution Behind Lung Cancer Rise? Cases Increasing In India Even Where Smoking Is Low, Says Study

The IJMR study found that Adenocarcinoma was the most common and fastest-growing lung cancer subtype, especially among women, consistent with global trends.

8 Jan 2026 1:39 pm
Courts In Odishas Cuttack, Sambalpur And Deogarh On Alert After Bomb Threat Emails

Police sources said the threat was sent through an email, which claimed that an explosive device was present inside the court campus.

8 Jan 2026 1:08 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: BJP Slams Pakistan Apologists As Docs Reveal Islamabad Contacted US 60 Times After Op Sindoor & Other Stories

We are also covering: Trump Gives Nod To Russia Sanctions Bill Threatening 500% Tariffs, BJP Slams Mamata Govt Over Jadavpur University Hijab Row & other stories.

8 Jan 2026 1:04 pm
Open Loot: Row Erupts As National Herald Bags 69% Of Karnataka Ad Spend, Outpaces Major Dailies

According to documents accessed by CNN-NEWS18, National Herald emerged as the single largest beneficiary of Karnatakas ad spending for two consecutive financial years.

8 Jan 2026 1:03 pm
Anti-Sikh Remark Row: Bhagwant Mann To Appear Before Akal Takht On Jan 15, Seeks Live Telecast

On January 15, Bhagwant Manns barefoot entry into the Akal Takht Sahib in Amritsar will be a historic moment in Punjabs politics.

8 Jan 2026 12:40 pm
'Appeasement At Its Lowest: BJP Slams Mamata Govt Over Jadavpur University Hijab Row

BJP leader Amit Malviya alleged that instead of upholding institutional rules and academic integrity, the state government had chosen vote-bank politics.

8 Jan 2026 12:21 pm
Indias First: In Pics, Leh Airports New Terminal That Masters 12C Eco-Heating | Details

The new terminal at Leh Airport, expected to be operational in July 2026, will feature modern passenger facilities, improved security areas and higher handling capacity.

8 Jan 2026 12:01 pm
Four Vehicles Collide In Jaipur's Chomu Due To Dense Fog, Several Injured

Rajasthan Fog: Dense fog caused a four-vehicle collision near Chirmi Hotel in Jaipur's Chomu, resulting in minor injuries. In Nagaur, a Scorpio crash killed three.

8 Jan 2026 11:55 am
4 Injured As Speeding SUV Rams Into Multiple Vehicles In Patna, Local Set Car Ablaze

A speeding SUV hit several vehicles in Danapur, Patna, injuring four including a woman. Locals set the car on fire. Police are investigating the driver and owner.

8 Jan 2026 11:48 am
'Not Directed Removal Of Every Dog From Street, Only From Institutions': Supreme Court Clarifies

SC underlined that its focus was on strict compliance with the Animal Birth Control Rules and reiterated that it had only directed the removal of dogs from institutional areas.

8 Jan 2026 11:43 am
Maharashtra Civic Poll Fallout: 12 Congress Leaders Join BJP After Suspension For Allying With Opp

The political shift follows the municipal council elections held on December 20 in Ambernath, located in Thane district.

8 Jan 2026 11:38 am
Can AI Save Indias Silk Farmers? Bengalurus New Tool Might Have The Answer

The digital microscope uses AI algorithms to analyse samples of silkworms and cocoons, identifying early signs of infection or abnormalities that may not be visible to human eye.

8 Jan 2026 11:30 am
Delhi Records Coldest Day Of 2026, Continues To Shiver As Temperature Plunges To 5.8 Degrees

The minimum temperature in Delhi stood at 5.8 degrees Celsius amid severe cold conditions in the national capital.

8 Jan 2026 11:07 am