JD(S) urges SEC to use EVMs in GBA polls
Watch: Ahead of polls, T.T.V. Dhinakarans AMMK returns to NDA fold
With only a few months to go for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam, led by T.T.V. Dhinakaran, rejoined the National Democratic Alliance.
One killed in serial accident in Nelamangala
Supreme Court asks why there is no dedicated diversion of revenue surplus for developmental purposes, which would further the constitutional ideal of inclusivity through free medical care and education for the poor
GBA polls no less than assembly battle: Ram Madhav
Nepals election takes shape as parties file nominations
A former Prime Minister misses out, another braces for a tough contest; ministers and mayors quit to contest the March 5 polls
Pinnelli incident being politicised, says Minister Kolusu Parthasarathy
KEONICS agrees to replace 17 computers supplied to Karnataka Information Commission
Ticket sales for India-NZ T20 to begin from Jan 23: ACA
CAQM submits long-term steps to curb air pollution; Supreme Court asks Delhi authorities to act
The measures include phasing out polluting vehicles from Delhi-NCR, fortifying the pollution-under-check regime, augmentation of rail transport and metro models, revised electric vehicle policy, etc.
Why are landless tribals and farmers protesting in Maharashtra? | The Hindu Explains
Thousands of farmers and tribals from areas like Vasai, and the tehsils of Palghar, including Charoti, Manor, Wada, Vikramgad, Talasari, and Mokhed, participated in the long march protest led by Communist Party of India (Marxist) from Charoti to Palghar Collector office covering about 60 km on foot. The protest started on January 19, 2026, and continued on January 20, 2026 at the Palghar Collector office, where the demonstrators will stay till all the demands are fulfilled. What are their demands?
Andhra MLA takes on role of gig worker to understand their problems
At Davos, Trump rules out force in Greenland
In his nearly 70-minute-long address at the World Economic Forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday (January 21, 2026) pushed for his bid to acquire Greenland. Seeking immediate negotiations on the matter, he asserted that U.S. control of Greenland would not be a threat to NATO.
Opposition slams transfer of magistrate who ordered FIR against cops in Sambhal violence case
Sambhal CJM Vibhanshu Sudheer transferred to Sultanpur as Civil Judge (Senior Division) days after the FIR direction; politically motivated, says Congress; undermines judicial independence, say lawyers
Supreme Court tells States to frame policy on police media briefing in three months
The manual prepared by the amicus curiae upholds the integrity of investigations, noting that the police communicate to prevent harm, correct rumours, enlist public cooperation and maintain law and order
HIL: Dragons rally to get the better of Royals
Ranji Trophy: Hyderabad hopes Siraj can tilt the balance against a depleted Mumbai
The pacer will be captaining the home team for the first time; the visiting side is missing Shardul, Shreyas, Suryakumar, Dube, Rahane and Kotian
Justices R. Suresh Kumar and A.D. Jagadish Chandira appoint retired Chief Justice N. Paul Vasanthakumar to monitor drawal of lots for allotment of those shops
Dhaka declared non-family station due to deteriorating security situation: Indian officials
This is a precautionary measure due to the threat of mob attacks against Indian missions, officials say, with tensions rising ahead of the February 12 election; will not hurt diplomatic, consular activities
TPCC chief calls for clean sweep in municipal polls in Nizamabad
Thrown from fish tanks to wetlands, invasive turtle poses threat to waterbodiesin Coimbatore
L&T Vyoma breaks ground for 40 MW green, AI-ready data centre in Navi Mumbai
The Navi Mumbai facility is designed to support build-to-suit, enterprise and NeoCloud workloads, offering high-density computing for AI and mission-critical applications
SBI MF to take at least 10% of Adani Group's biggest rupee bond issue, bankers say
Adani Power is looking to raise 28.60 billion rupees through a two-year option and 26.90 billion rupees via a three-year note. SBI MF will buy 4.50 billion rupees and three billion rupees of these papers as the anchor investor, a banker said
Brahma Kumaris Madurai Sub-Zone to conduct Golden Jubilee Celebrations
M. K. Faizy re-elected national president of SDPI
CM inaugurates Connect to Work scheme to aid jobseekers
T.N. releases amended policy for repowering wind mills
Industry raises concerns about online sale of pesticides, demands strict regulation
Survivor in rape case against Mamkoottathil files objections to his bail plea
Indian start-ups can lead solutions to global challenges, says Vice President
Controversy erupts in U.P. over notice to religious leader over use of Shankaracharya title
The tug of war between the authorities and Mr. Saraswati started during the Magh Mela, an annual month-long religious fair in which devotees assemble at the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati, for a holy dip
Kavin murder: HC seeks CCTV footage from NHAI
How BDA complexes fell out of favour and what the new redevelopment means
Many Bengalureans who grew up in the 1980s and early 1990s fondly recall visiting these complexes
Cabinet nod for 404-crore second phase of Chellanam seawall project
Funds for the project will be mobilised through the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board, while Kerala Irrigation Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited has been assigned as the special purpose vehicle to implement the project
EU lawmakers stall U.S. trade deal in protest over Greenland
The proposals require approval by the parliament and EU governments. Many lawmakers have complained that the trade deal is lopsided, with the EU required to cut most import duties while the U.S. sticks to a broad rate of 15%.
One Village, One Peepal Tree initiative launched in Sivakasi
Shastra competitions on January 22, 23 at Balussery
Man loses 74 lakh in online investment fraud
Trump calls for immediate talks on Greenland but rules out use of force
We probably won't get anything unless I decide to use excessive strength and force where we would be, frankly, unstoppable, but I won't do that, says U.S. President Donald Trump
HC asks Centre to look into Sri Lankan Tamils representation from a humanitarian angle
Sabarimala gold theft case: Kerala HC denies bail to three
Court observes that the accused duty-bound to protect and preserve the temple property jointly looted it in the guise of safeguarding it. Highlighting the unique significance of the misappropriated gold, court says its removal from the Dwarapalaka pillars and door frames so close to the sacred deity makes its antique and spiritual value impossible to quantify in monetary terms
Around 3.26 crore Uttar Pradesh voters could get SIR hearing notices
Of these 3.26 crore people, the names of nearly 1.04 crore could not be mapped to the 2003 voter lists when the last SIR had been conducted, while 2.22 crore had logical discrepancies in mapping
New District Police Chief (Kochi City) vows to fight goons, drug mafia
Striving to make Telangana compete globally: Bhatti
HMDA announces a slew of infra projects for western Hyderabad
Variation in SCCL OB contracts rate during BRS, Cong. period minimal
Ranji Trophy: Tamil Nadu eyes first win against Odisha in clash between laggards
Researchers develop tool to simplify nutritional tracking of Indian meals
Students told to pursue education with Constitution as guiding force
Grand procession, cultural programmes mark the 906th birth anniversary celebrations of Sri Nijasharana Ambigara Chowdaiah in Kalaburagi
BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of lip service on Scheduled Caste representation
The allegation follows a video clip circulating on social media in which former Punjab CM and Congress MP Charanjit Singh Channi is purportedly heard seeking greater SC representation in the party
Run for Swadeshi held at Thuvakudi
IIPA team visits VMRDA, discusses development projects, tours parks
Concern over felling of trees in public areas in Tiruchi
Drunk man kills cat at Tasmac bar in Theni district
Seaweed farming launched for fisherwomen at Bheemili
RANJI TROPHY | Padikkals return adds heft to table-topper Karnatakas batting
CRICKET | The host will also rely on the batting of Karun Nair and bowling of Shreyas Gopal; rival Madhya Pradesh, meanwhile, has two quality batters in Rajat Patidar and Venkatesh Iyer & the wiles of spinners Saransh Jain and Kumar Kartikeya
Sky dining experience in Coimbatore goes awry as 20 people get stuck mid-air
Leopard attack near M.M. Hills: Padayatra, two-wheeler movement halted
The restrictions took effect at 6 p.m. on January 21 and will be in place until midnight on January 24
BIFFes: No clarity on screening of Palestine films at festival
There is uncertainty about whether Palestine-themed films will make the cut at the 17th Bengaluru International Film Festival, starting from January 29
ED freezes 1.3-crore assets of Unnikrishnan Potti, prime accused in Sabarimala gold theft case
A preliminary investigation by the agency reveals that sacred gold-clad artefacts of the Sabarimala temple, including Dwarapalaka idol components, peedams (pedestals) and sanctum sanctorum door frame panels, were deliberately misrepresented in official records as mere copper plates and unauthorisedly removed from the temple premises during 20192025
Diesel smuggling racket busted in Belagavi
Mangaluru student wins state-level essay writing contest
SP inspects security arrangements in Devuni Kadapa temple
Ensure prompt disbursal of welfare schemes to children
Over 300 journalists behind bars for fifth straight year: Committee to Protect Journalists
In 2025, Asia remained the region with the highest number of imprisoned journalists at 110. Beyond China and Myanmar, Vietnam held at least 16, Bangladesh four, India three, and the Philippines one.
S. Pudur villagers detain govt. buses over poor service
Kannada play in Kalaburagi today
Guarantee schemes empower women, boost State economy, says Madhu Bangarappa
Church flags rising anti-Christian violence as BJP steps up outreach
Deepika editorial refers to a recent incident in Odisha in which a Christian pastor was allegedly forced to consume cow dung during a prayer meeting
Kochi City police keep a tab on over 900 alleged goons
The Kochi City police keep tabs on repeat offenders through an intense surveillance mechanism aimed at reining in anti-social elements that once appeared to be a flourishing force capable of disrupting the citys calm
Government-aided college teachers stage sit-in protest on college premises
Holiday travel surge saw 1 crore rail passengers in just 12 days
From Jan.7 to 18, passenger traffic rose by around 10 lakh compared to same period last year; Secunderabad station handled over 2 lakh passengers a day, far exceeding its usual daily average of 1.3 lakh
BNP alleges monopoly, inflated rates in citys solid waste management
APSPDCL directed to complete 2 lakh rooftop solar connections by May 2026
A special revision may involve serious consequences in the civil rights of a person who is already a voter, CJI Surya Kant says to the ECIs counsel, So, why should we not expect you to have a procedure that is transparent?
PM to lay foundation for CSIR-NIIST tech hub
A Carney doctrine for a third way in global politics
The Canadian Prime Minister stands out among Western leaders for acknowledging the limits of the liberal international order, and his framework is relevant for other middle powers, including India
Domestic coaches gain first-hand knowledge of top-level hockey, thanks to HIL
Nagercoil-Mangaluru Junction Amrit Bharat Express to be flagged off on Jan 23
Awareness on EVMs through mobile units in Krishnagiri from January 25
Counterfeit currency worth 8.37 lakh seized near Tiruchi, two arrested
Pakistan to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' on Gaza
Pakistan hoped concrete steps will be taken towards the implementation of a permanent ceasefire as well as to boost aid and aid Gazas reconstruction, Foreign Ministry said in a statement
Anthology by Chennai Poets Circle released; it features 60 poets
The three-day horticultural and floricultural show will remain open for people from January 24 to January 26 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
RANJI TROPHY | Punjab gets a Gill boost as it faces Saurashtra bolstered by Ravindra
CRICKET | The contest within the contest the India Test and ODI skipper versus the hosts seasoned bowling attack adds an extra layer of intrigue as the two sides battle it out and seek an outside chance of qualfying for the knockouts
