Rajasthan: Police seize 10000 kg of explosive material, detonators ahead of Republic Day; probe underway

Rajasthan Police have made a significant breakthrough by arresting a man and seizing nearly 10,000 kg of explosives linked to illegal mining in Nagaur district.
Republic Day 2026: How India selects its chief guest? Check complete list of Republic Day guests here

India’s Republic Day chief guest tradition highlights the country’s diplomatic priorities and global ties. From President Sukarno in 1950 to European Union leaders in 2026, the invited dignitaries reflect India’s evolving foreign policy, strategic partnerships, and international outreach.
Delhi government aanounces special remission to over 2000 prisoners on Republic Day 2026

The Home Minister, Govt of Delhi, Ashish Sood, stated that the remission shall apply to convicts sentenced by courts of criminal jurisdiction in Delhi and lodged in Central Jails of the NCT of Delhi or outside Delhi, who are undergoing sentence as on 26.01.2026, subject to prescribed condition.
Who is Omkar Shinde? 27-year-old man arrested in 12 hours for stabbing professor multiple times at Maharashtra’s Malad station over minor dispute

In a chilling case from Maharashtra’s Malad, a professor at NM college in Ville Parle was brutally murdered at a Railway station over minor dispute in a local train. The incident occurred at Malad Railway station on Platform 1 and 2, where the victim, Alok Singh, was stabbed multiple times.
Rohini Acharya slams Tejashwi Yadav’s appointment as RJD working President: ‘Katputli bane shehzada’

RJD (Rashtriya Janata Dal) chief Lalu Prasad’s daughter, Rohini Acharya, on Sunday took a veiled jibe at his brother Tejashwi Yadav, referring to him as a “puppet of infiltrator gang” after the latter is appointed RJD’s national working president.
Padma Awards 2026 announced, here is the full list of ‘unsung heroes’ honoured this year

The winners are announced every year on the eve of the Republic Day. The Padma awards include the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan, and the Padma Shri. The nomination process had begun on March 15 and was closed on July 31. Here is the full list of Padma awardees in the ‘unsung heroes’ category.
Pakistani terrorist Shahzad Bhatti’s close associate arrested in Punjab, 30 bore pistol recovered ahead of Republic Day

Ahead of Republic day celebrations on 26 January, Punjab Police has arrested a Jammu resident, identified as Raman Kumar alias Golu, for his alleged links with Pakistan-based terrorist Shahzad Bhatti.
Padma Awards 2026: Meet Anke Gowda, ex-bus conductor who built world’s largest free-access library with over 2 million books

The prestigious Padma Shri has been awarded top 45 Indian in ‘unsung heroes’ category, These people has worked for contributing excessively in shaping the community. One such man in Anke Gowda. Who is he?
Dharmendra, Mammootty, Rohit Sharma, and more: Top names on the Padma Awardees 2026 list

The Padma Awards — which are the highest civilian honours after the revered Bharat Ratna — were announced on Sunday, the eve of the Republic Day 2026. Here are the top names that have featured on the list of recipients.
Sufi poet Baba Bulleh Shah’s shrine vandalised in Mussoorie’s Bala Hissar; Public access restricted, security deployed

A shrine built in the name of Sufi poet Baba Bulleh Shah was vandalised by unidentified miscreants late Saturday night in the Bala Hissar area of Mussoorie. As a precautionary measure, police personnel have been deployed at the site, and public access to the area has been restricted.