Ladakh shines, Haryana tops medal table at KIWG-2026
Excelsior Sports Correspondent LEH, Jan 24: The Khelo India Winter Games 2026 witnessed thrilling action today as hosts Ladakh won their first gold and Haryana consolidated its lead in the medal tally. Ladakhs womens relay quartet-Skarma Tsultim, Shabana Zara, Tasnia Shameem and Insha Fatima-clinched the 2000m short track relay at Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Stadium in an eventful race marked by flips and crashes. Despite a challenging competition from Karnataka and Maharashtra, Ladakh emerged victorious in 3:49.23, lifting the team to [] The post Ladakh shines, Haryana tops medal table at KIWG-2026 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Maharashtra: 2 booked for duping financial planner of Rs 49 lakh with forged land documents
Maharashtra Man Kills Wife, Tries To Pass Off Murder As Cardiac Arrest
A 48-year-old man has been arrested for allegedly killing his wife in Maharashtra's Beed district and attempting to pass it off as a natural death, police said on Saturday.
South Mumbai woman duped of 88K by man posing as astrologer
Navi Mumbai: Tribal weds and assaults minor, FIR filed
Navi Mumbai youth killed over petty quarrel, 11 arrested
Mumbai: Fresh FIR filed against film director Vikram Bhatt in 13.5 crore cheating case
Will raise demand for holy city status for Nanded Sahib with Maharashtra govt: CM Mann
Mumbai: Man arrested for sexually assaulting 15-year-old stepdaughter in Dongri
Local youth wins his first international medals at senior Asian athletics championship
7 cadaver donations in 23 days, but citys struggles continue
Indian-origin man arrested for killing wife, three relatives in Georgia
The 51-year-old was arrested in Lawrenceville, Georgia, for allegedly killing his wife and three relatives over a family dispute. Police say three children in the home were unharmed, and the motive appears domestic-related
US may roll back 25 per cent tariffs on India, hints Treasury Secy Scott Bessent
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Indian refinery purchases of Russian crude had collapsed due to tariffs imposed by the US. While the tariffs remain in place, he hinted at a diplomatic path to remove them if India adjusts its energy sourcing
Man kills wife over extramarital affair; Calls police control room and surrenders
Mumbai: Ex-employee of steel compant held for misappropriating 8.6 crore funds
Trump threatens 100 percent tariff on Canada over China trade talks
Referring to the Canadian Prime Minister as Governor, Trump said the United States would impose a 100 per cent tariff on Canadian goods should Ottawa deepen trade ties with Beijing. China will eat Canada alive, completely devour it added Trump.
MHA tableau to showcase new criminal laws at Republic Day Parade
The Ministry of Home Affairs will showcase the implementation of Indias three new criminal laws in a special tableau at the 77th Republic Day Parade on Kartavya Path. The display will highlight the shift from colonial-era laws to a technology-driven, citizen-centric justice system under the theme Dand Se Nyay Ki Or
Thane MACT awards Rs 93 lakh compensation in 2020 fatal road crash
President Murmu inaugurates Granth Kutir at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Granth Kutir has been developed at Rashtrapati Bhavan to enhance awareness among people about the rich cultural and literary heritage of India. The people can see the collection of books and manuscripts in the Granth Kutir during their tour to Rashtrapati Bhavan
US winter storm: Air India cancels flights to New York and Newark on Jan 2526
Air India has cancelled all flights to and from New York and Newark on January 2526 due to a severe winter storm forecast on the US East Coast. The storm is expected to bring heavy snow and ice, causing widespread travel disruptions and emergency declarations across multiple US states
Actor Kamaal Khan arrested for firing on Mumbai hsg society; cops recover pistol
`Moscow must end war,` reiterates Zelenskyy during Ukraine-US-Russia talks
These talks in Abu Dhabi marked the first time all three sides met since the conflict began nearly four years ago. US officials termed the opening round productive and said discussions were expected to continue through Saturday
Salaam Bombay NGO's Bal Parishad student initiative completes 20 years
Salaam Bombay Foundation's Bal Parishad, a 20th edition event, empowered over 200 students from underprivileged communities to voice health concerns like tobacco addiction and poor hygiene to policymakers. These young 'health monitors' presented solutions, earning praise from ministers for their confidence and impact in driving community change and fostering conscious choices.
Chargesheet against 3 foreign make-up artists for molesting landlady
Three foreign celebrity make-up artists have been charged for outraging the modesty of a woman whose flat they rented. The accused allegedly prevented her from inspecting the property, made unauthorized alterations, and subjected her to harassment through a WhatsApp group with abusive messages. One accused is also reported to have touched her inappropriately.
Kashmir sees weather relief after snowfall as Srinagar airport resumes operation
Weather conditions improved across the Kashmir Valley on Saturday after a day of widespread snowfall, rain and strong winds. Flight operations at Srinagar airport resumed after snow clearance, though night temperatures remained below freezing across the region. The Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and snow at isolated places
Six killed in suicide bombing during wedding celebrations in Pakistans KP
At least six people were killed and over a dozen injured after a suicide bombing struck wedding celebrations at the residence of a peace committee leader in Pakistans Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The blast, believed to have been carried out by a teenage suicide bomber, triggered chaos at the venue as authorities launched an investigation and vowed
Nabarangpur becomes Naxal-free after Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarh
Odishas Nabarangpur district has been declared Naxal-free after nine Maoists, including seven women carrying a combined bounty of Rs 47 lakh, surrendered in neighbouring Chhattisgarh. Police said the district has not witnessed major Naxal activity since 2011, marking a significant achievement as Maoist influence in Odisha
Hearing on ED chargesheet against Robert Vadra postponed to Feb 26
A Delhi court on Saturday postponed the hearing on taking cognisance of the Enforcement Directorates chargesheet against businessman Robert Vadra in a money laundering case linked to UK-based defence dealer Sanjay Bhandari. The hearing was deferred after the ED sought more time to submit pending documents
Cold wave grips North India as Mount Abu records minus 7 degrees Celsius
Rajasthans only hill station, Mount Abu, recorded its coldest day of the season as temperatures plunged to a chilling minus 7 degrees Celsius amid an intense cold wave gripping North India. Frost blanketed grasslands, ponds froze overnight, and icy winds kept residents and tourists huddled around bonfires, marking one of the harshest winter spells
Will stop BMC chiefs salary if AQI doesnt improve: Bombay HC
Bombay High Court has sternly criticized the BMC for its lax approach to Mumbai's pollution control, threatening to withhold the municipal commissioner's salary. Judges noted a lack of sincere effort and a elligerent disregard for court orders, particularly regarding Navi Mumbai's affidavit. This strong stance signals a potential financial penalty for non-compliance.
Uddhav Thackeray declared Shiv Sena (UBT) cannot be destroyed. He stated it is an ideology and a symbol of the sons of the soil. This comes after the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance won a majority in the Maharashtra civic elections. The alliance secured 118 seats in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. This marks a significant shift in power in Mumbai.
Keir Starmer slams Donald Trump remarks on NATO troops as appalling
In October 2001, nearly a month after the September 11 attacks, the US led an international coalition in Afghanistan to destroy al-Qaida, which had used the country as its base, and the group`s Taliban hosts
J-K: Jaish-e-Mohammad commander gunned down in joint operation in Kathua
The Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist of Pakistan was identified as Usman. He was active from 2024, and six terror acts were registered against him, including the killing of civilians and security forces
Indore: 22 people detected with jaundice symptoms in Mhow, 8 hospitalised
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, visited Indore on January 17 and met the families of the victims who died due to the consumption of contaminated drinking water and those undergoing treatment in the hospital
Trump stirs talk of `new world order` as leaders signal shifting global alliance
Trump spoke of imposing tariffs on Switzerland - which he ultimately lowered - because the country`s leader rubbed me the wrong way during a phone call
Taiwan records 26 PLA aircraft sorties, 6 PLAN vessels around its territory
In a post on X, the MND said that 18 out of the 26 PLA sorties crossed the median line of the Taiwan Strait and entered Taiwan`s northern, central and southwestern Air Defence Identification Zone (ADIZ)
Congress questions Maharashtra governments investment claims at Davos
CM claims MoUs worth 30 lakh cr signed, but Congress says 70% to 80% of companies involved are not even listed; investment claims from last two years not resulted in industrial activity or jobs on the ground
Vladimir Putin meets US envoys ahead of trilateral meet
The Kremlin meeting, which lasted past 3 am on Friday, came hours after Ukraines President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sharply criticised his European allies on Thursday for their slow and fragmented response to Russias invasion of Ukraine
US completes exit from World Health Organization after 78 years
Th US owes more than USD 130 million to the global health agency, according to WHO; and Trump administration officials acknowledge that they havent finished working out some issues, such as lost access to data from other countries that could give America an early warning of a new pandemic
Carbon nanotubes discovered on the far side of the moon
These structures were first synthesised in labs in the 1990s. The discovery showcases how future space missions might process local soil into advanced materials for deep-space exploration
Death toll in Irans protest crackdown crosses 5,000, activists say
The latest death toll was given by the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which reported that 4716 people killed were demonstrators, 203 were government-affiliated, 43 were children, and 40 were civilians not taking part in the protests
Nine Maoists surrender in Chhattisgarhs Dhamtari, rewards worth Rs 47 lakh
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'Palash Muchhal was caught with another woman in bed': Mandhana's friend
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Two life convicts to marry after court grants parole in Jaipur jail
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Actor Kamaal R Khan (KRK) arrested by Mumbai Police in connection with Lokhandwala society firing
Actor Kamaal R Khan was arrested by Mumbai Police in connection with a firing incident at a housing society. Two bullets were reportedly fired, leaving impact marks but no casualties. Police are investigating the motive behind the event and have taken Khan into custody for interrogation.
Deputy CM Eknath Shinde lauded MNS chief Raj Thackeray for his broader perspective and support for development, noting MNS corporators' backing in KDMC. Shinde emphasized the Mahayuti's strength, including the MNS, and stated the BMC mayor's post will be from their alliance, not for those lacking numbers.
Thackeray cousins shared a stage, expressing dismay over Maharashtra's political 'auctions' and defections. Raj Thackeray called the situation 'disgusting,' while Uddhav Thackeray vowed to 'start afresh' after BMC polls, criticizing those trying to erase the 'Thackeray' name and alleging money played a role in elections. Both emphasized continuing Balasaheb's legacy.
The crisis at the heart of politics
Parties seem to be focusing on increasing their numbers, with prolonged political games breaking out over power and positions, instead of stable governance being provided to the masses
Supervity AI signs pact with Maharashtra govt to set up AI GCC hub in Mumbai
It will help global enterprises transition from traditional labour-driven GCCs to AI-first operational models powered by autonomous, policy-driven multi-agent AI systems.
Pay heed to concerns about quarrying in forests
An environmentalist has complained about this to a number of officials. The complaint letter has alleged that massive deforestation, hill cutting, and quarrying are taking place inside the Sawantwadi-Dodamarg wildlife corridor
CANEUS, Maharashtra govt to set up global Mid-TRL innovation institute in Mumbai
The institute will focus on accelerating innovation, skilling and validation in frontier technologies such as aerospace, space, energy and deeptech
Girl Singhams here use collective action to bring change in slums
60 yrs after Bhabhas death, city yet to mark his presence with a memorial
1,039cr Patra Chawl redevpt scam: Mhada to pay 200cr to take back 3 of four vacant plots
LG Electronics India secures eligibility certificate and incentives for Pune plant expansion
Navi Mumbai: Retired govt employee duped of Rs 10L in MGL bill scam
Navi Mumbai: Civic body pairs up with mountaineering group in Borghat clean-up drive
Jailed nephew of NCP MLA dies due to brain-related complications in Mumbai
Navi Mumbai: Senior citizen loses Rs 4 crore in online gold trading scam
In U-turn, Maharashtra government brings back local netas as heads of sport complexes
Raj Thackeray Calls Maharashtra Politics a Slave Market
Interestingly, his remarks came two days after his party announced support for the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in the Kalyan-Dombivali Municipal Corporation, which has not gone well with its pre-poll alliance partner Shiv Sena (UBT).
BMC files police cases over illegal banners in SoBo
Why no pillion helmets, ask bike-taxi passengers
Police custody to Badlapur van driver in Pocso case; act against school too: Cong
PMLA Court discharges Chhagan Bhujbal, kin in Maharashtra Sadan case
A Mumbai court has discharged senior NCP leader Chhagan Bhujbal, his son Pankaj Bhujbal, and nephew Sameer Bhujbal. The charges were related to the multi-crore Maharashtra Sadan scam. Companies linked to the Bhujbal family were also discharged.
2.7k IIT Bombay alumni raise 200cr for student housing
Milky Mist Dairy plans to invest Rs 1,130 crore to set up processing plant in Maharashtra
The company said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra government to set up a large-scale milk processing and dairy products manufacturing facility in the state.
Three-language panel gets 2nd extension, new deadline Feb 5
Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal and kin discharged in money laundering case
Activist set to challenge court order, seeks response from Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis; Opposition decries the loss of credibility of institutions
Fake rly official held over bribe; flaunted clout for VIP quota tickets
Mumbai: Three arrested for stealing nine motorcycles in Andheri East
Navi Mumbai mayor: Ex-civic panel chief, Naik kin frontrunners
Pune Porsche car crash: SC seeks govts reply on bail plea of accused
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Maharashtra government on pleas filed by an accused seeking bail in the Pune Porsche car accident case that claimed two lives in May 2024. On May 19, 2024, a Porsche car, allegedly driven by a 17-year-old boy under the influence of alcohol, fatally knocked Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
MNS to support Sena in Kalyan-Dombivli municipality: Shinde
Mumbai: Maharashtra Navnirman Sena backed the Shiv Sena in Kalyan-Dombivli civic body only for development and the BJP will also be part of this formation, Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said on Friday, January 23. Addressing a news conference, Shinde said the BJP-Shiv Sena will not stay apart despite being in power. He said barring Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
`Modi ji, you are accountable; please direct your attention to this matter`
Rahul Gandhi criticised PM Modi over the impact of US tariffs on Indias textile sector, calling the economy dead. He warned of job losses and factory closures, urging a trade deal prioritising Indian businesses and workers
Karnataka High Court clears way for bike taxis, allows regulation by state
The Karnataka High Court has set aside the ban on bike taxi services, allowing operators such as Ola, Uber and Rapido to resume operations. The court ruled that motorcycles qualify as transport vehicles and said the state may regulate the sector under law
Jammu and Kashmir: Vaishno Devi shrine receives first snowfall of season
The Vaishno Devi Shrine and several hill resorts across Jammu and Kashmir, including Bhaderwah, Patnitop and Batote, received the seasons first snowfall. The snowfall ended a dry spell and is expected to boost tourism, while authorities urged caution due to slippery roads
'Political Flexibility': Raj Thackeray Amid Talk Of Rift With Cousin Uddhav
As Maharashtra marks the centenary of Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackerays birth anniversary, his nephew Raj Thackeray has dropped hints of a rift in the nascent alliance with his cousin, Uddhav Thackeray, an alliance that ended a nearly two decade feud
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.
Maharashtra secures major investment commitments at Davos
Focus on AI, Innovation City and RaigadPen Corridor
Uttarakhand sees widespread rain, snowfall: Kedarnath temple painted in white
Pilgrimage centres and hill stations such as Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Auli, Mussoorie, Chakrata, Dhanaulti, and Uttarkashi were covered in a thick blanket of snow. The change in weather drew tourists to several destinations, particularly Mussoorie, where visitors were seen thronging the Mall Road
R-Day parade to showcase India`s democratic spirit; here are its significance
Follow Republic Day 2026 celebrations with parade highlights, chief guest details, speeches, security updates, cultural events, and nationwide coverage. Stay informed with mid-day
Himachal sees widespread rain, snow; fresh western disturbance likely next week
Himachal Pradesh experienced widespread rain and snowfall, with some areas recording above-normal temperatures. IMD warns that a fresh western disturbance is likely from next week, bringing more rain, snow, and gusty winds in higher reaches
MP: Nine fall ill due to water contamination in Mhow, Indore
At least 9 people fell ill from contaminated drinking water in Mhow, Indore. Authorities are treating patients, checking water quality, and monitoring the outbreak. A similar incident last month in Bhagirathpura caused 7 confirmed deaths
Vietnam`s ruling Communist Party re-elects To Lam as general secretary
Vietnams To Lam was re-elected general secretary of the Communist Party. The Congress set goals for 10 percent annual GDP growth by 2030 and high income status by 2045, while electing 19 Politburo members to guide the countrys political and economic direction
Is US preparing for an attack on Iran? Trump says armada heading towards Gulf
President Donald Trump confirms a US naval armada is moving towards the Gulf as Washington watches Iran closely, even as he plays down the likelihood of an immediate military strike and signals openness to talks
LG Electronics India gets eligibility certificate for 705.74 crore Maharashtra incentives
LG Electronics India secured a significant boost from the Maharashtra government. An eligibility certificate confirms incentives totaling 705.74 crore for its expansion project. This approval validates past investments and secures future benefits. The company will receive annual incentives for 15 years. These benefits include tax refunds and subsidies. This support will bolster LG's manufacturing and export capabilities in India.
Supreme Court issues fresh notice to Anil Ambani in bank fraud case
The Supreme Court issued fresh notices to Anil Ambani and ADAG on a PIL alleging massive banking and corporate fraud. The court directed the CBI and Enforcement Directorate to submit sealed status reports within 10 days on their ongoing probes.
