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The economic toll of Uttarakhand’s deadly floods and avalanches

The economic toll of Uttarakhand’s deadly floods and avalanches

January 13, 2026 07:43 IST

The state suffered Rs 15,103.52 crore in losses due to disasters in 2025, the Uttarakhand State Disaster Management Authority said in a report

Abducted and gangraped, Bihar orchestra dancer rescued after calling cops with intoxicated accused’s phone: Police

Abducted and raped, Bihar orchestra dancer rescued after calling cops with intoxicated accused’s phone

January 13, 2026 07:18 IST

The survivor told police she was raped by 6 men after they took her to a godown in Purnea and forced her to consume alcohol.

‘Extraordinary situation’: Kerala CM, ministers stage protest against ‘financial restrictions’ imposed by Centre

‘Extraordinary situation’: Kerala CM leads protest against ‘financial restrictions’ imposed by Centre

January 13, 2026 07:15 IST

‘Many of Kerala’s constitutional rights as a state in this country are being taken away… We are forced to protest to safeguard our rights’

Amid race to supply clean water to Indore area shaken by contamination deaths, 64-year-old becomes latest victim

In Indore, deadline to supply clean water looms, toll rises

January 13, 2026 06:48 IST

Medical teams are currently tracking households with young children, pregnant women and the elderly

Murder to riots, serious violent crimes in Bihar fall to lowest in over two decades

Murder to riots, serious violent crimes in Bihar fall to lowest in over two decadesSubscriber Only

January 13, 2026 08:59 IST

2001-2025 data shared by bihar DGP shows traditional offences that fuelled state’s ‘Jungle Raj’ image declining.

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Gor outreach: Trump-PM friendship, hotline to White House, his connectSubscriber Only

January 13, 2026 06:59 IST

By announcing that trade negotiators would speak as early as Tuesday, and by confirming that India would be invited into the US-led strategic initiative Pax Silica, Gor sought to reassure New Delhi that Washington was invested in repairing frayed ties.

Jal Jeevan outlay to be cut 60% this year

Jal Jeevan outlay to be cut 60 per cent this year

January 13, 2026 07:47 IST

Jal Shakti is still awaiting the Cabinet to approve an extension of the scheme till 2028, and in the absence of such an approval, it was felt the entire budgeted amount could not be spent in the remaining 2-3 months of the financial year.

From defence to visa-free transit, India & Germany push forward

PM Modi, Merz hold bilateral talks: From defence to visa-free transit, India & Germany push forward

January 13, 2026 06:32 IST

Modi, Merz back conclusion of India-EU FTA as key outcome of EU-India Summit on January 27.

From next year, AI translations of House proceedings, paperwork in 22 languages

From next year, AI translations of House proceedings, paperwork in 22 languages

January 13, 2026 04:59 IST

This will be the first time that proceedings of both the Houses as well as their official documentation will be made publically accessible in their entirety, said Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Vaping video row: There will be action against those who violate House decorum, says Om Birla

January 13, 2026 04:52 IST

The video clip has been sent to a forensic lab to verify its content and the report is expected in a few days, sources said. Once the report arrives, the Speaker can refer the complaint to a parliamentary committee to suggest action.

Govt’s tilt towards multi-alignment in foreign policy continuum of Nehru’s non-alignment: Manish Tewari

Govt’s tilt towards multi-alignment in foreign policy continuum of Nehru’s non-alignment: Manish Tewari

January 13, 2026 04:35 IST

Even the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative is a rehash of Congress PM Indira Gandhi’s call towards self-reliance, said the Chandigarh MP during a discussion at the launch of his new book, ‘A World Adrift: A Parliamentarian's Perspective on the Global Power Dynamic’ (Rupa Publications) in the Capital.

Coal production, coal-fired electricity generation in India saw a year-on-year decline in 2025.

Coal-fired power generation sees year-on-year decline for the first time in half a century

January 12, 2026 22:47 IST

India’s decades-long reliance on coal just took a turning point. India might have to revise its plans for coal capacity additions for the 2030 period.

**EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Jan. 12, 2026, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chairs a review meeting with cabinet ministers, advisors and legislators, in Jammu. (@CM_JnK/X via PTI Photo)(PTI01_12_2026_000367B)

J&K’s two-part Budget session begins February 2

January 12, 2026 22:47 IST

According to the provisional calendar issued by Assembly Speaker A R Rather, the session will begin with the Address of Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on February 2.

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New US envoy Sergio Gor says ‘no country as essential as India’ | 5 key points

January 12, 2026 22:49 IST

Gor's remarks come days after US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick blamed India for the failure to secure a India-US trade deal.

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Nitish to begin his 16th yatra from January 16; to review pet govt projects, hold public meetings

January 13, 2026 05:23 IST

March in 'chilling winter' shows Nitish's commitment towards state: JD (U); Bihar Chief Secretary asks DMs of all 38 districts to prepare for the upcoming Samriddhi yatra

CR covers a large part of Maharashtra and parts of north-eastern Karnataka and southern Madhya Pradesh.

Central Railway passenger traffic soars in FY26, revenue touches Rs 5,881 crore till December

January 12, 2026 20:24 IST

Central Railway earnings: Of this, the zonal railway earned Rs 757.12 crore during April-December 2025, nearly 5 per cent higher than the Rs 721.70 crore recorded in the corresponding period last year. 

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Ariha’s family holds on to hope, visits twice a month, as India again raises matter with Germany

January 12, 2026 22:12 IST

With Ariha fluent in only German, Dhara has learnt the language to communicate with her. So when they now meet, she acts as a translator between her and Bhavesh

Howrah-Guwahati Vande Bharat Sleeper train fare chart (Image: Ashwini Vaishnaw/X)

Vande Bharat Sleeper Express fare: How much it will cost from Howrah/Kamakhya to Malda, NJP

January 12, 2026 20:02 IST

Vande Bharat Sleeper Express fare chart: The new orange-and-grey premium train will cover the 958-km journey in around 14 hours, reducing travel time by nearly six hours.

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In Bikaner, Class 12 student gang-raped inside moving car

January 12, 2026 20:00 IST

The villagers approached the victim and informed her family, who reached the spot and took her home, police said. The victim, according to her statement to police, knows one of the accused.

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‘You didn’t feel bad when IIT, IIM went to Jammu’: Omar Abdullah on ‘controversy’ over NLU in Kashmir

January 13, 2026 04:21 IST

The J-K Chief Minister said a decision on the permanent location of the proposed NLU in the Union Territory had not yet been taken

former Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Arun Prakash

On SIR notice to ex-Navy chief, a clarification from poll officer

January 12, 2026 18:59 IST

Admiral Arun Prakash, a decorated war veteran and a Vir Chakra awardee, settled in Goa after retirement

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Supreme Court seeks ECI response on TMC MPs’ plea against SIR process in Bengal

January 12, 2026 18:40 IST

A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi gave ECI a week’s time to respond to the applications by TMC MPs Derek O’Brien and Dola Sen.

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Ex-VP Jagdeep Dhankhar admitted to AIIMS after two bouts of unconsciousness

January 12, 2026 18:20 IST

Former Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar Hospitalised: Dhankhar, 74, will undergo an MRI, the officials said.

Redevelopment of New Jalpaiguri railway station (Image: Ministry of Railways)

Rs 3,600 crore investment: What’s changing at 101 railway stations in West Bengal under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

January 12, 2026 17:50 IST

Amrit Bharat Station Scheme Explained: According to the national transporter, the ABSS represents a shift towards comprehensive and future-ready railway infrastructure.

"Nobody will be allowed to lower the dignity of the House," Birla said. (Express Photo)

Om Birla does not rule out ‘exemplary punishment’ on use of e-cigarette in Lok Sabha

January 12, 2026 17:19 IST

Birla said the matter was under investigation and would be later referred to an appropriate committee of the House for further action.

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