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When Romance Goes Wrong: Kanpur Man Nearly Suffocates After Lover Locks Him In Trunk To Evade Family

A relationship in Kanpur nearly cost a man his life after his girlfriend locked him in a large trunk to avoid getting caught by her family members.

23 Jan 2026 11:15 pm
Wayanad Flood Hero Lt Col Seeta Shelke Wins Subhash Chandra Bose Award

Lieutenant Colonel Seeta Ashok Shelke has been selected in the individual category for leadership during major humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations in Wayanad,

23 Jan 2026 10:22 pm
Sonam Wangchuk Wants Thermometer For Experiments To Make Jail Better, Says His Wife

Angmo said Wangchuk also asked her to explore whether the jail authorities and the Supreme Court would allow him to keep basic scientific instruments.

23 Jan 2026 10:00 pm
UP Carries Out Mock Drills Across 75 Districts To Test War-Like Emergency Readiness

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was also present during the mock drill exercise in Lucknow.

23 Jan 2026 9:42 pm
Two Killed After Speeding Bike Rams Into Railing On Telangana Road, Shocking Video Surfaces

Two men, identified as Gattu Rambabu and Kommu Sai, died on the spot after the motorbike crashed into a roadside railing on the Greenfield National Highway.

23 Jan 2026 9:01 pm
Traffic Snarls, Cars Skid On Ice: Tourist Rush Chokes Snowy Hills From Manali To Mussoorie | Videos

Heavy snowfall in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand stranded tourists in Manali, Shimla, Mussoorie, and Nainital, causing traffic jams.

23 Jan 2026 8:38 pm
NCP's Chhagan Bhujbal, Son Discharged In Money Laundering Case Linked To Maharashtra Sadan Scam

The ED had alleged that Bhujbal and his family members had received kickbacks from construction firm K S Chamankar for the construction of 'Maharashtra Sadan' in 2006.

23 Jan 2026 6:57 pm
Delhi-NCR Braces For Cold Wave Again As Rain Brings Down Mercury | Check IMD's Forecast

The IMD said minimum temperatures across the plains of northwest India, including Delhi, are expected to drop by 3 to 5 degrees Celsius over the next 24 hours.

23 Jan 2026 6:54 pm
'Will Stop Your Salary': High Court's Warning To Navi Mumbai Civic Body Chief Over AQI

During the hearing, the bench delivered a stinging oral rebuke, observing that the BMC appeared to have initiated action only after judicial prodding.

23 Jan 2026 6:48 pm
UP Man Cuts Off His Own Leg, Stages Fake Attack To Claim Disability Quota Benefits

Suraj Bhaskar from Khalilpur, Jaunpur, staged a fake attack and self-inflicted injury to falsely claim disability benefits, prompting police to launch further legal action

23 Jan 2026 6:38 pm
How Love Brought A US Woman To Ranchi Where She Now Brews City's Favourite Coffee

Rupesh travelled to the US to pursue studies in the administrative field and was also working there when he met Suzaina, and the two tied the knot in 2016

23 Jan 2026 6:20 pm
Sri Lankan Man Held At Bengaluru Airport For Letting Another Passenger Fly To UK Using His Boarding Pass

Officials later confirmed that another person had travelled to London on flight VS-347 using a boarding pass issued in Rajagopals name.

23 Jan 2026 6:08 pm
Pune: Five-Year-Old Killed After Being Run Over By Car In Residential Society | Video

The incident took place at around 3.30 pm inside the Joy Nest Society, where the child was playing with his bicycle.

23 Jan 2026 5:57 pm
Pakistani Jaish Terrorist Killed In Encounter With Security Forces In J&K's Kathua

Security forces killed one Pakistani Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorist in an encounter in Kathua.

23 Jan 2026 5:49 pm
Israel Has Invited PM Modi, Embassy Confirms Amid Reports Of February Visit

The Israeli Embassy also stopped short of revealing whether PM Modi has accepted the invitation or whether plans are indeed taking shape for a February visit.

23 Jan 2026 5:48 pm
News18 Evening Digest: News18 Evening Digest: PM Attacks DMK Govt, BJP Hits Out At Rahul Gandhi & More Stories

We are also covering: European Union At Republic Day Parade: Why The Plan Has Rattled Khalistani Groups, ISI; BJP Hits Out As Rahul Gandhi Renews 'Dead Economy' Jibe

23 Jan 2026 5:38 pm
'Transformational Moment': EU Officials Tell News18 IndiaPartnership Set For Leap

Ahead of the 16th India-EU Summit, officials revealed that the two entities are on the cusp of finalising a historic 'Comprehensive Strategic Agenda for 2030'

23 Jan 2026 5:25 pm
Heading Out For A Trip Today? Visit These Places To Enjoy Fresh Snowfall

Several states, including Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh, are experiencing heavy snowfall, raising hopes of a revival in tourist activity.

23 Jan 2026 5:23 pm
From Quantum Tech To Cognitive Warfare: CDS Anil Chauhan Charts Course For Future Indian Military

Following Operation Sindoor, the military is developing a forward-looking framework to anticipate how warfare will evolve, he said.

23 Jan 2026 5:01 pm
Nine Maoists Carrying Rs 47 Lakh Reward Surrender In Chhattisgarhs Dhamtari

9 Maoists including Jyoti and Usha surrendered in Dhamtari, Chhattisgarh, giving up arms and 47 lakh bounty, citing disillusionment and praising the states rehabilitation policy.

23 Jan 2026 4:47 pm
Love In Jail, Marriage On Parole: The Story Of Two Life-Sentenced Convicts

Priya Seth and Hanuman Prasad, both serving life sentences for murder, wed in Barodamev after Rajasthan High Court granted 15-day parole for their unique jailhouse love story

23 Jan 2026 4:35 pm
Violence Erupts In Ujjains Tarana After Youth Attacked, Stones Pelted, Buses Set On Fire

Violence in Tarana damaged 15 buses and cars, injured 2, and led to arrests of 5 suspects.

23 Jan 2026 4:34 pm
India Set To Host Buddhist Power Axis In Delhi, Signals Soft Power Push

A senior office bearer of the IBC, described the event as part of a larger strategic effort to embed Buddhism into Indias diplomatic and Indo-Pacific outreach.

23 Jan 2026 4:30 pm
Miya Biwi Raazi, Nahi Maan Raha Qazi: Rajasthan High Court Upholds Mutual Muslim Divorce

The High Court observed that both spouses had categorically stated that the husband had pronounced talaq during the marriage, which the wife accepted.

23 Jan 2026 4:30 pm
J&K Residents Stranded Due To Heavy Snowfall Rescued By Cops

The heavy snowfall has also caused major disruptions across the region. Flight operations at Srinagar Airport were temporarily suspended.

23 Jan 2026 4:25 pm
Rajasthan High Court Grants Interim Protection To Cricketer Yash Dayal In Rape Case

Yash Dayal was named in an FIR in July 2025 over allegations of repeated sexual assault of a minor in Jaipur.

23 Jan 2026 4:16 pm
Saraswati Puja For Tiny Tots: Easy Home Rituals, Yellow Crafts, First Writes

Basant Panchami is a joyful way to introduce children to learning, culture, and creativity at home.

23 Jan 2026 4:04 pm
Want To Attend Bengalurus Republic Day Parade? Heres How To Register Online

Members of the public are allowed to attend the Republic Day parade, but prior online registration is mandatory. Entry is permitted only to those who have a valid e-pass.

23 Jan 2026 4:01 pm
Through Snow And Silence: Vande Bharat Runs Steady Amid Snowfall In Kashmir | Pics

Flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, the KatraSrinagar Vande Bharat Express runs over the iconic Chenab and Anji rail bridges.

23 Jan 2026 3:54 pm
Karwar Tragedy: Karnataka Doctor Dies By Suicide After Viral Video Sparks Mental Distress

After a suicide linked to a video in Kerala, a similar tragedy is reported from Karnataka, where a doctor allegedly took his life following distress caused by a circulating video

23 Jan 2026 3:50 pm
European Union At Republic Day Parade: Why The Plan Has Rattled Khalistani Groups, ISI | Exclusive

EU Contingent At Republic Day Parade: For Khalistani groups, this is damaging as Europe is prioritising strategic convergence with India over separatist narratives, said sources

23 Jan 2026 3:36 pm
K Kavitha Demands Renaming Of Andaman & Nicobar Islands As Azad Hind To Honour Netaji

K Kavitha demands renaming of Andaman and Nicobar Islands to 'Azad Hind' to honour Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's legacy..

23 Jan 2026 3:10 pm
Third Delhi HC Judge Recuses From Hearing Karti Chidambaram's Plea In Chinese Visa Case

This is the third time a judge has withdrawn from the case, following earlier recusals by Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma and Justice Anup J Bhambhani.

23 Jan 2026 3:09 pm
Alcohol Rules Explained: Can You Carry Liquor Bottles On Trains? What The Law Says

While the Railways Act, 1989 does not explicitly prohibit carrying alcohol, permission to do so is subject to the excise laws of the state from which the passenger is travelling

23 Jan 2026 3:05 pm
Kashmir Police Rush To Help Pregnant Woman, Patient Needing Oxygen Cylinder Amid Heavy Snowfall

Kulgam Police evacuated a pregnant woman in Devsar during heavy snow, while Shopian Police delivered oxygen to a COPD patient in Bon Bazar, showcasing prompt public service.

23 Jan 2026 2:56 pm
Republic Day 2026: Full Dress Rehearsal At Kartavya Path Despite Rains | Photos

Despite a yellow alert issued by the IMD warning of thunderstorms and rain, performers, security personnel, and spectators braved the wet conditions.

23 Jan 2026 2:49 pm
Tri-Services Republic Day Tableau To Showcase Op Sindoor, Strikes On Pakistani Terror Bases

This year's Tri-Service tableau at Republic Day will feature Operation Sindoor, showcasing joint strikes, indigenous systems, and unique animals.

23 Jan 2026 2:46 pm
Two Men Kidnap, Assault Gurugram Delivery Boy In Broad Daylight To Recover Rs 6.5 Lakh

Jaiveer and Aman were arrested in Gurugram for kidnapping and assaulting a delivery boy over a Rs 6.5 lakh dispute. Gurugram Police rescued the victim and seized a car.

23 Jan 2026 2:46 pm
Kerala Gets Three New Amrit Bharat Express Trains | Check Timing, Route And Other Details

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated four new train services from Thiruvananthapuram, including three Amrit Bharat Express trains,

23 Jan 2026 2:44 pm
Heavy Snowfall Blankets Kashmir And Himachal As North India Faces Weather Shift | Watch

Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh received heavy snowfall, disrupting Srinagar Airport flights and closing NH-44. IMD warns of more snow as tourists flock to hilly areas.

23 Jan 2026 2:26 pm
Rain In Delhi, Snowfall In J&K And Himachal; Flights Ops Impacted As North India Sees Weather Shift

In Jammu and Kashmir, fresh snowfall was reported in the higher reaches, including the popular ski destination of Gulmarg.

23 Jan 2026 2:17 pm
On Vasant Panchami, Why Are Yellow Sheets Offered At Nizamuddin Dargah Every Year?

As yellow hues mark the festival of Vasant Panchami nationwide, Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah reflects Indias culture, where people of different faiths celebrate together

23 Jan 2026 2:16 pm
Just Wants To Show Kya Bigaad Liya Mera: SC Rejects Advocates Plea Against Contempt Notice

The Supreme Court rebuked lawyer for challenging a criminal contempt notice after his heated spat with Judge in Jharkhand High Court; apology may bring leniency.

23 Jan 2026 1:55 pm
'You'll Get Tired': PM Modi's Heartfelt Moment With Boy Holding His Sketch At Kerala Rally | Watch

PM Narendra Modi paused his speech to interact with a young boy during his rally in Kerala today.

23 Jan 2026 1:54 pm
25-Year-Old Ran 5 Km For Police Job In Gujarat, Died Moments Later In Front Of His Father

Dream of a police job turned tragic when a young aspirant collapsed and died during recruitment, right in front of his father, leaving the test centre in shock

23 Jan 2026 1:30 pm
Wrong Power Bills? BESCOMs New System Saves Rs 100+ Crore, Check Your Meter

For years, billing disputes were a routine part of life in the city. Some households complained their bills were had inflated readings with no clear explanation.

23 Jan 2026 1:26 pm
PM Modi Launches SVANidhi Card In Kerala: What Is This 'Credit Scheme' For Street Vendors?

PM Modi launched the PM SVANidhi Credit Card in Kerala, offering UPI-linked, interest-free credit to street vendors and extending the scheme till March 31, 2030.

23 Jan 2026 1:08 pm
Pollution Emergencies To Cancer Care: Reasons Why Union Budget 2026 Must Back AI Teleconsults

Stakeholders across the healthcare ecosystem are looking for higher public spending, stronger infrastructure and greater emphasis on preventive care.

23 Jan 2026 12:52 pm
'Kerala Set For A Parivartan': PM Modi Sounds Poll Bugle, Tears Into LDF And UDF

PM Modi pointed to the BJPs recent victory in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation as evidence of growing public support.

23 Jan 2026 12:41 pm
Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Resolution Moved By Stalin Against Centre's Decision To Rename MGNREGA

The Tamil Nadu Assembly passed a resolution opposing the Centres proposed renaming of MGNREGA to G RAM G. The resolution was moved by MK Stalin.

23 Jan 2026 12:34 pm