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Delhi Metro to Start Services at 3 AM on Republic Day to Ease Travel to Kartavya Path

Delhi Metro to Start Services at 3 AM on Republic Day to Ease Travel to Kartavya Path

New Delhi, January 24 — As the nation gears up to mark the 77th Republic Day, the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has announced special operating hours on January 26 to facilitate smooth movement of commuters heading towards Kartavya Path and other Republic Day venues. In an official statement issued on Friday, the DMRC said that metro services on all lines will commence at 3 am on Monday. Trains will run at a frequency of 15 minutes between 3 am and 6 am, following which the normal daily schedule will come into effect for the rest of the day. The decision…
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India Slams ‘Reprehensible’ Vandalism at Embassy in Croatia, Takes Up Matter Strongly With Zagreb

India Slams ‘Reprehensible’ Vandalism at Embassy in Croatia, Takes Up Matter Strongly With Zagreb

Zagreb,Croatia (Bureau): India strongly condemned the trespassing and vandalism at its Embassy in Zagreb, where pro-Khalistan elements removed the Indian national flag and briefly hoisted a Khalistan flag at the mission premises in a deliberate provocation ahead of Republic Day celebrations.Describing the act as “reprehensible,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said it has taken up the matter strongly with Croatian authorities both in New Delhi and in Zagreb, demanding that those responsible be identified and held accountable. The MEA termed the incident a serious breach of diplomatic security and a clear violation of international obligations under the Vienna Convention…
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Fresh water contamination scare in Indore as over 20 fall sick in Mhow area

Fresh water contamination scare in Indore as over 20 fall sick in Mhow area

National Times Bureau :- More than 20 persons have reported illness after drinking contaminated water in Indore’s Mhow area, triggering fresh concern just weeks after a deadly outbreak of water-borne diseases in the district. Officials said at least 22 residents complained of symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhoea after consuming drinking water supplied in the area. Nine of them have been admitted to hospital, while others are receiving treatment at home under medical observation. Authorities fear the number of cases may rise further as similar complaints have surfaced from nearby localities. The district administration stepped in late Thursday night after…
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Shimla covered with thick blanket of snow, widespread snowfall across Himachal; dry spell ends

Shimla covered with thick blanket of snow, widespread snowfall across Himachal; dry spell ends

National Times Bureau :- Himachal Pradesh experienced its first widespread snowfall of the season on Friday, finally breaking a nearly three-month-long dry period across the state. Although higher regions such as Lahaul and Spiti and parts of Chamba had witnessed snowfall earlier, most mountain areas had remained dry until now. The fresh spell of snow has now reached several regions, bringing a major change in weather conditions. Snowfall was reported not only in the high-altitude areas of Shimla and Kinnaur but also in parts of the state capital. Several upper regions of Shimla district, including Chopal, Rampur, Narkanda, Khadapathar and…
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Western disturbance triggers rain across North India, snowfall across Kashmir and Himachal

Western disturbance triggers rain across North India, snowfall across Kashmir and Himachal

National Times Bureau :- A sudden change in weather conditions swept across large parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) early Friday morning as light to moderate rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds, brought much-needed relief from unseasonably warm conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said cloudy skies are likely to persist throughout the day, with intermittent spells of rain expected in several areas. At 4.50 am, the IMD issued an orange alert for Delhi, warning of short-duration but intense showers coupled with moderate thunderstorm activity. According to the weather office, multiple pockets of the city…
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Weather alert: Mercury set to rise, Western Disturbances to bring heavy rainfall in North

Weather alert: Mercury set to rise, Western Disturbances to bring heavy rainfall in North

National Times Bureau :- A notable shift in weather conditions is on the cards as a strong western disturbance moves in, affecting northern India. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast fairly widespread to widespread rain and snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh on January 22. Minimum temperatures across northwest India are expected to rise gradually by two to four degrees Celsius over the next two days, offering relief from the prevailing cold wave. In Delhi, temperatures are likely to climb, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a maximum of around 21 degrees Celsius. Himachal Pradesh…
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Two killed, several injured in bus-truck collision in Andhra Pradesh

Two killed, several injured in bus-truck collision in Andhra Pradesh

National Times Bureau :- At least two people were killed and seveal others injured in the early hours of Thursday after a speeding truck collided with a private bus in Andhra Pradesh's Nandyal district. The bus was travelling from Nellore in Andhra Pradesh to Hyderabad in Telangana when its right-side tyre burst.  The collision caused both the bus and the truck to burst into flames. Local residents, along with the bus cleaner and conductor, smashed the windows and helped rescue passengers trapped inside. The crash led to major traffic disruption for several hours as fire services and police worked relentlessly…
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Sajjan Kumar Found Not Guilty in Delhi Case Linked to 1984 Riot Allegations

Sajjan Kumar Found Not Guilty in Delhi Case Linked to 1984 Riot Allegations

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A Delhi court on Thursday cleared former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar of charges connected to alleged incidents of violence in the Janakpuri and Vikaspuri areas during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The decision brings an end to this particular case, which examined accusations of provocation and unrest in parts of West Delhi nearly four decades ago. Special Judge Dig Vinay Singh delivered the verdict in open court, announcing Kumar’s acquittal through a short oral ruling. The court has stated that a detailed judgment explaining the reasoning behind the decision will be issued separately. The case focused on…
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IAF Trainer Aircraft Crashes into Pond in Prayagraj, Probe Underway

IAF Trainer Aircraft Crashes into Pond in Prayagraj, Probe Underway

Prayagraj, January 21, 2026: A trainer aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF) crashed into a pond in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj district on Wednesday, triggering an immediate response from emergency agencies and defence authorities.Officials said details regarding the exact cause of the crash, the precise location, and the condition of those on board are yet to be confirmed. They added that more information would be shared after preliminary assessments are completed.Rescue operations were launched soon after the incident, with teams from the local administration and emergency services rushing to the spot. The Indian Air Force has also initiated standard procedures…
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Supreme Court Seeks Time-Bound Action Plans to Implement Long-Term Measures on Delhi-NCR Air Pollution

Supreme Court Seeks Time-Bound Action Plans to Implement Long-Term Measures on Delhi-NCR Air Pollution

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Centre, the Delhi government and other concerned agencies to submit detailed action plans within four weeks, outlining how they will implement long-term measures to tackle the worsening air quality in the Delhi-NCR region.A three-judge bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, issued the direction after examining a status report filed by Additional Solicitor General Aishwarya Bhati on behalf of the Commission for Air Quality Management.The court was informed that the CAQM has recommended 15 long-term measures and has…
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