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Swiggy-Zomato workers across India are set to protest today by turning off all their apps, disrupting delivery and cab services, to demand fair wages, social security, and regulated working hours. Alongside this digital strike, they will hold a live ‘Offline Dharna’ on Feb 3. The nationwide agitation reflects growing concerns over gig workers’ rights and […]
A private Bombardier Challenger 650 jet carrying 8 people crashed after take-off from Bangor, Maine, Sunday evening amid a major snowstorm. Injuries are unclear. Emergency services responded, closing the airport. The FAA and NTSB will investigate. Freezing temperatures and poor visibility affected conditions. The aircraft is registered to a Houston-based LLC.
India celebrates its 77th Republic Day today, with President Droupadi Murmu presiding over grand festivities at Kartavya Path, Delhi. PM Narendra Modi greeted the nation, wishing the festival inspires pride and energy. The day begins at 10:30 AM with PM Modi paying homage at the National War Memorial before joining dignitaries at the saluting dais.
Rajasthan Police foiled a major plot a day before Republic Day by seizing 9,550 kg of ammonium nitrate in Nagaur’s Harsor village. Stored in 187 bags, the explosives included detonators and fuse wires, indicating potential illegal blasting. Suleman Khan, with 3 prior criminal cases, was arrested. Authorities flagged the seizure as a serious public safety threat.
A massive winter storm battered two-thirds of the US, impacting over 213 million people with heavy snow, ice and record cold. More than 14,000 flights were cancelled and over 8.5 lakh customers lost power, mainly in southern states. Nearly 20 states declared emergencies as officials warned of dangerous travel, prolonged outages and hypothermia risks.
Trump blamed “Democrat-ensued chaos” for two fatal shootings by immigration officers in Minneapolis, urging tougher enforcement and a ban on sanctuary cities. Despite Republican unease and calls for investigation, Trump defended his deportation push, criticised local leaders, and said the administration is reviewing the incident amid rising political tensions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a US security guarantees document for Ukraine is “100% ready” after trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the US and Russia. Speaking in Lithuania, he said Kyiv awaits a signing date before parliamentary ratification. Zelenskyy reaffirmed territorial integrity, EU membership goals, and noted further talks in the UAE on Feb 1.
India will showcase major military platforms at the 77th Republic Day parade on Kartavya Path, including BrahMos, Akash, Suryastra rocket system and Arjun tank. New units, tri-services tableau, drones, helicopters and fighter jets will feature. The theme marks 150 years of ‘Vande Mataram,’ with President Murmu leading. European leaders will attend as chief guests.
An earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar late Sunday night, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at a depth of 93 kilometers, classifying it as a deep-focus quake. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were reported, while authorities continue monitoring seismic activity in the region.
30 vibrant tableaux will roll down Kartavya Path during the 77th Republic Day paradetoday, featuring 17 States and Union Territories and 13 Ministries. Reflecting the themes ‘Swatantrata ka Mantra: Vande Mataram’ and ‘Samriddhi ka Mantra: Aatmanirbhar Bharat,’ the displays mark 150 years of “Vande Mataram” and showcase India’s rich cultural heritage.
On Republic Day 2026, 982 service personnel across India received gallantry medals. From Telangana, 12 officers from police, fire, home guard, civil defence, and correctional services were honoured, while Andhra Pradesh had 15 recipients. The awards recognise their bravery and dedication in serving the public and maintaining law, order, and safety.
The Election Commission will soon roll out the Special Intensive Revision of voters’ lists in Telangana. Voters may need to submit documents like ID cards, birth certificates, passports, or caste certificates if discrepancies are found. The process ensures all eligible voters are included and ineligible names removed, strengthening the electoral system.
Mark Tully, celebrated journalist and author, passed away at 90 in Max Hospital, Saket. Former BBC New Delhi bureau chief for 22 years, Tully was also a Padma Bhushan awardee and knighted in 2002. He authored acclaimed books on India, including No Full Stops in India and The Heart of India.
Extreme weather is gripping the globe as contrasting climates unfold across hemispheres. While snowstorms and severe cold paralyze parts of the USA and Russia in the Northern Hemisphere, scorching heat waves torment Australia in the south. Also, devastating wildfires rage across Chile, highlighting the growing intensity of climate extremes worldwide.
Popular Odia music composer and singer Abhijit Majumdar passed away today at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. He was 54. Majumdar had been admitted on September 4, 2025, for hypertension, hypothyroidism, and chronic liver disease. After ICU treatment, he was shifted to the medicine ward on November 10 for ongoing care. He was beloved for his timeless Odia […]