India set to impose NEW taxes on cigarettes, tobacco products, staring from…; Here’s all you need to know
Cigarettes will become more expensive from 1 February 2026 after the government imposed additional excise duty on tobacco products. The move replaces the GST compensation cess and led to a sharp fall in shares of ITC and Godfrey Phillips following the announcement.
Indore SHOCKER : At least 8 dead, 149 hospitalised due to water contamination; government takes BIG action, suspends…
A contaminated water supply in Indore has led to at least eight deaths and the hospitalisation of over 149 people. The Madhya Pradesh government has ordered a probe, suspended officials for negligence, launched mass screenings, and announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for each victim’s family.
HIGH alert in Jammu and Kashmir: Security tightened in valley after inputs on terror threat
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir were placed on high alert on New Year’s Day following intelligence inputs on possible terror activity. Multi-layered security, vehicle checks, search operations near the LoC and additional deployment amid rising tourist footfall aim to prevent any disruption.
Another SHOCKER from Air India? Pilot fails smell test, detained over intoxication allegations in Canada’s Vancouver; airline says, ‘zero-tolerance…’
In a shocking case, an Air India pilot was detained in Canada’s Vancouver over intoxicated allegations. As per reports, he smelled of alcohol before boarding a flight, which he was scheduled to operate to Delhi, via Austria’s Vienna.
Faridabad Horror: Rape case survivor suffers deep injuries, know 5 major updates
A 26-year-old woman who was gang-raped in Faridabad was brutally assaulted and thrown out of the moving van on the Gurugram-Faridabad Road on the intervening night of 30th and 31st December. The two accused have been arrested and produced in court on Wednesday.
India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train to be flagged between…, has advanced safety system, world class coaches, check date, fares
India’s first Vande Bharat sleeper train will soon be launched as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the train which will run between Kolkata to Guwahati. Union Rail Minister Ashwani Vaishnaw said the launch of Vande Bharat sleeper train is expected this month.
Republic Day 2026 Parade: What’s new this January 26? Special contingent of Indian Army to mark its debut, check details
Republic Day Parade 2026 will be a spectacular and unique celebration of India’s diversity of its fauna. For the first time, an animal contingent will participate in the parade 2026. The contingent will feature two Bactrian camels, four Zanskar ponies, four raptors, and more.
Delhi-NCR AQI: Dense fog engulfs national capital as air quality remains in ‘very poor’ category, airlines issue advisories, AQI reaches…
Delhi-NCR welcomed the New Year under severe winter conditions, with very poor air quality, dense fog and extreme cold disrupting daily life. With AQI near hazardous levels and visibility low, authorities warned of health risks and possible travel delays across the region.
Rajasthan police bust BIG explosive racket on New Year’s Eve! Cease 150 Kg Ammonium Nitrate, other items, check details
On New Year’s Eve, the Rajasthan police busted a major racket as they recovered more than 100 kg of explosives from a car. The police have detained two men who were travelling in the car and have been questioning them. The operation was led by the District Special Task Force (DST).
Karnataka govt makes arrangements for ‘heavily drunk’, safety this New Year’s Eve celebrations, check details
To prevent any untoward incident, chaos or danger, the Karnataka government has made required arrangements for the partygoers. G Parameshwara Rao said that 15 centres will be established for intoxicated people.