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?
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.
Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla awarded Ashoka Chakra
Indian Air Force Group Captain and astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla awarded the Ashoka Chakra.
‘A towering voice of journalism’: PM Modi condoles Padma Bhushan-winning broadcaster Mark Tully’s death
Born in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1935, years before India gained independence, Tully served as the chief of the BBC’s New Delhi bureau for over two decades. He was also the presenter for the BBC Radio 4 programme ‘Something Understood’.
Republic Day 2026 Traffic Advisory: Full list of restricted roads, routes to avoid in Delhi NCR; check Metro timings here
Delhi Police have issued traffic advisory ahead of 77th Republic Day celebration on 26 January. From tonight onwards, traffic restrictions will come into force and remain in place throughout the parade tomorrow.
IndiGo surrenders 717 slots amid DGCA’s 10% winter flight cut, here’s all you need to know
The vacated slots, spread across the January to March 2026 period, stem from the DGCA’s directive aimed at curbing frequent last-minute cancellations and restoring stability in IndiGo’s operations.
77th Republic Day 2026 Parade & Flag Hoisting: When and where to watch; check timings
The parade will comprise 6,065 participants and will be commanded by Lieutenant General Bhavnish Kumar. The event will also feature 12 military bands and 8 pipe bands, adding ceremonial grandeur to the operational narrative
Delhi government gives nod to three new roundabouts to reduce traffic congestion, sets deadline for March
The project is set to cost approximately Rs 1.08 crore, with work expected to begin soon and targeted for completion by March 2026.
Delhi AQI: Air quality improves to ‘moderate’ category after rain, AQI at 150; Check area-wise pollution levels
The deteriorating air quality of Delhi witnessed a significant improvement after the winter rain showered the capital city, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 150, in the “moderate” category at 8 am on Sunday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
Pro-Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun booked over alleged threats of unrest on Republic Day in Delhi
Delhi Police filed an FIR against SFJ chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun for allegedly threatening unrest ahead of Republic Day, following a video claiming pro-Khalistan posters in Delhi. Authorities are investigating his claims while security for the 77th Republic Day remains tightened.