Three Killed, two injured in powerful explosion in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh, probe begins
At least three people were killed and two injured after a powerful explosion rocked Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh city. Police and FSL teams are probing the cause.
Zubeen Garg death case: Singapore police say singer was not murdered, declined life jacket for swimming
Back in India, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) under the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Assam Police is probing Garg’s death after dozens of First Information Reports were lodged across the state. The police have charged several people with murder.
Australia puts India in ‘highest-risk’ category for student visas: What does it mean?
The changes came into effect on 8 January, with an official statement saying: “This change in Evidence Levels will assist with the effective management of emerging integrity issues, while continuing to facilitate genuine students seeking a quality education in Australia.”
Delhi Dehradun Expressway: NHAI introduces new parking arrangements as Asia’s longest elevated corridor nears completion, check details
The Delhi-Dehradun Expressway is an important project for North India. It will provide relief to daily commuters with better parking facilities, while its completion will save time for lakhs of passengers.
PM Modi’s reaction to Pawan Kalyan’s induction into Kenjutsu, bags global honour in Japanese Martial arts: ‘Decades of dedicated…’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan for officially entering Kenjutsu, ancient Japanese art of swordsmanship, achieving a rare feat. The Prime Minister, in a message sent to the actor-politician, stated that he learnt about his achievement in the field of Japanese martial arts.
Fire breaks out at BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad’s official residence in New Delhi, no damage reported
The fire department received the distress call at 8:05 am, and the blaze was brought under control by 8:35 am.
Delhi-NCR shivers at 3°C, Gurugram dips below zero for 2nd day, air quality remains ‘very poor’; IMD issues alert for Punjab, Haryana
The IMD indicated that yellow alerts will remain in place until January 17, signalling a prolonged spell of biting cold across the region. The impact was stark on the ground, with massive ground frost and ice formation reported across Gurugram’s outskirts for the second consecutive morning.
West Bengal Nipah virus scare: Two nurses ‘very critical’, all you need to know about causes and symptoms
Two nurses from a private hospital in Barasat, West Bengal, are in critical condition with suspected Nipah virus infection. Samples have been sent to AIIMS Kalyani for confirmation as authorities step up surveillance, contact tracing, and precautionary measures.
Germany allows visa-free transit for Indians, here is what it means
A transit visa is a short-term permit that allows travellers to pass through a country for a layover, en route to their final destination. To obtain this visa, travellers must provide proof of onward travel and demonstrate that they do not intend to stay in the country for an extended period.
Stray dogs case: SC to impose heavy penalties on states for every dog bite death, says, ‘will be fixing heavy compensation’
During the hearing, the Supreme Court asked, “For every dog bite, for every death, we will be likely fixing heavy compensation for states for not making requisite arrangements.”