CM Mamata Banerjee makes BIG claims against HM Amit Shah on coal scam, warns of releasing…

While addressing a large crowd protesting the ED raids in Kolkata, Mamata alleged that all proceeds from the coal scam ultimately went to Union Home Minister Amit Shah. She added that she had kept silent out of respect for the chair she holds.
BIG update on Ankita Bhandari murder case: Uttarakhand CM Dhami approves CBI probe, says, ‘Her parents were…’

CM Dhami further informed that he recently met the late Ankita Bhandari’s parents, during which they requested a CBI investigation into the case. Respecting this request and their sentiments, the state government has decided to hand over the investigation of this case to the CBI.
MEA rejects China’s infrastructure buildup through China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: ‘Shaksgam Valley is…’

During a weekly press briefing, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India has never recognised the “so-called” China-Pakistan boundary agreement of 1963 or the “so-called” CPEC.
India issues BIG statement on proposed US bill to impose 500% tariffs: ‘Our position is…’

The bill grabbed headlines after Senator Lindsey Graham said Trump had conveyed his support for the proposal during a meeting at the US White House. The bill, if cleared, would allow the US president to impose tariffs up to 500 percent on countries dealing in Russian oil.
Union Budget 2026 to be tabled on Feb 1, Budget Session begins Jan 28; check details

The first phase concludes on 13 February 2026, with Parliament reassembling on 9 March 2026.
Pratik Jain’s I-PAC issues first statement since ED raids in West Bengal: ‘A difficult and unfortunate…’

High-voltage drama had unfolded in West Bengal earlier this week as the central probe agency carried out raids at I-PAC’s office and the residence of its co-founder and director Pratik Jain. Here are more details on this.
Central Railway services hit as fire beaks out in train filled with garbage in Mumbai’s Kurla

According to officials from the CR, the first coach of the train, in which garbage and muck collected from tracks and railway lines were collected, got engulfed in flames around 8:30 pm. Here are more details on this.
US embassy issues BIG warning for visa applicants: ‘You could be permanently banned if…’

The US embassy had issued a similar warning on Wednesday, saying that international students found in violation of the US law may be deported. Such students also risk getting their visas revoked and becoming ineligible for future applications, as per the embassy.
School Holiday January 9: Schools to remain closed in THESE states today due to…; Check state-wise list here

Severe cold wave and dense fog have forced several Indian states to extend winter holidays. Delhi schools remain closed till January 15, while Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and other states have announced closures or revised timings to ensure student safety amid harsh weather.
Delhi-NCR Weather Update: Air quality remains ‘ very poor’, AQI reaches…, IMD issues yellow alert for fog; flight operations disrupted

Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘very poor’ category on Friday with an AQI of 318, as pollution levels rose across several areas. Cold wave conditions also continued, with temperatures dropping to 5°C and fog affecting visibility in the capital.