SC order reflects distinction among accused, says Ashwani Kumar on no bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel

IANS | January 5, 2026 1:45 PM

New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) Following the Supreme Court’s decision to deny bail to student activists Sharjeel Imam and Umar Khalid in a case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots, former Union Minister for Law and Justice Ashwani Kumar on Monday said that the apex court has clearly made a distinction among the accused and must have had strong reasons for doing so.

Maha civic polls: Shiv Sena’s ‘Vande Mataram’ pitch, amid chorus for Marathi mayor in Mumbai

IANS | January 5, 2026 1:43 PM

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) As the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections draw closer, the political temperature in Maharashtra is steadily rising, as parties across the spectrum are increasingly foregrounding Marathi identity as a central theme of their campaign.

Sushil Modi stood firm against injustice, corruption: Giriraj Singh, leaders pay tribute

IANS | January 5, 2026 1:15 PM

New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) On the 73rd birth anniversary of former Bihar Deputy Chief Minister late Sushil Kumar Modi, senior leaders across party lines paid rich tributes to the veteran BJP leader, remembering his role in public life, his fight against corruption, and his lasting contribution to Bihar’s development.

Kerala CEO dismisses report on excessive BLO workload, calls it ‘misleading’

IANS | January 5, 2026 1:04 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 5 (IANS) The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in Kerala on Monday dismissed a news report published in a section of media on Sunday that alleged excessive workload on a young female Booth Level Officer (BLO), terming it “misleading” and an “exaggeration” of facts related to the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state.

Mauritius President offers prayers at ancient Panakala Narasimha Swamy Temple in Andhra

IANS | January 5, 2026 12:48 PM

Amaravati, Jan 5 (IANS) Mauritian President Dharambeer Gokhool offered prayers at Panakala Narasimha Swamy Temple at Mangalagiri on Monday.

Somnath Temple to host year-long Swabhiman Parv; PM Modi to attend Jan 11 events

IANS | January 5, 2026 12:44 PM

Prabhas Patan (Gujarat), Jan 5 (IANS) Year-long activities are set to take place at Somnath Temple in Gujarat to mark the Somnath Swabhiman Parv, officials said on Monday.

Intel warns of rising infiltration attempts via Nepal border ahead of Bangladesh elections

Vicky Nanjappa | January 5, 2026 12:11 PM

New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) There has been a surge in the number of Bangladeshis who are trying to infiltrate India through the Nepal border. The year 2025 witnessed multiple such instances in which Bangladeshis trying to illegally cross over into India have been apprehended by the Indian security forces.

Email to PM Modi flags alleged recruitment irregularities at Visva-Bharati University

IANS | January 5, 2026 11:52 AM

Kolkata, Jan 5 (IANS) Allegations of irregularities have surfaced regarding appointments to non-academic and administrative permanent posts at Visva-Bharati University, the central university founded by Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore and located in Santiniketan, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Birbhum district of West Bengal.

Delhi riots case: SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; grants relief to 5 others

IANS | January 5, 2026 11:36 AM

New Delhi, Jan 5 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Monday refused to grant bail to student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the alleged “larger conspiracy” case linked to the 2020 Delhi riots.

PM Modi extends birthday greetings to CM Mamata Banerjee, praying for her long life

IANS | January 5, 2026 10:41 AM

Kolkata, Jan 5 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended birthday greetings to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and wished her good health and a long life.

Politics

SC order reflects distinction among accused, says Ashwani Kumar on no bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel

Maha civic polls: Shiv Sena’s ‘Vande Mataram’ pitch, amid chorus for Marathi mayor in Mumbai

Sushil Modi stood firm against injustice, corruption: Giriraj Singh, leaders pay tribute

Kerala CEO dismisses report on excessive BLO workload, calls it ‘misleading’

Mauritius President offers prayers at ancient Panakala Narasimha Swamy Temple in Andhra

Somnath Temple to host year-long Swabhiman Parv; PM Modi to attend Jan 11 events

Intel warns of rising infiltration attempts via Nepal border ahead of Bangladesh elections

Email to PM Modi flags alleged recruitment irregularities at Visva-Bharati University

Delhi riots case: SC denies bail to Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam; grants relief to 5 others

PM Modi extends birthday greetings to CM Mamata Banerjee, praying for her long life

LATEST NEWS

US shifts India, UK, EU to 10 per cent tariff after court ruling

Neal Katyal, Indian-American lawyer who stopped Trump's tariffs

'Nothing changes': Trump says India-US trade deal to remain intact, calls PM Modi a 'great gentleman'

ISL 2025-26: FC Goa earn first victory of ISL 2025-26 against Mohammedan Sporting

Congress protest at AI summit is disgraceful: Maha CM

Delhi court to hear plea seeking FIR against Sonia Gandhi over name inclusion in voter list

T20 WC: All stats from Australia's crushing win over Oman

Congress bringing shame to all Indians: BJP President on AI Summit protest

T20 WC: We are very disappointed that our campaign ended so soon, says POTM Zampa

Exporters jubilant at US tariff verdict; $8 billion of exports may still face duties