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Delhi’s draft EV Policy 2026 proposes subsidies of up to ₹30,000 for electric two-wheelers in the first year, based on battery capacity. Electric auto-rickshaws and e-trucks will also get incentives up to ₹50,000 and ₹1 lakh, respectively. Benefits reduce over 3 years, with tax exemptions and DBT-based payouts for eligible Delhi-registered EV buyers.
The death toll in the Yamuna river boat capsize in Mathura rose to 11 after a body was recovered near Devraha Baba Ghat. The victim was identified as Manik Tandon from Ludhiana. Boat operator Pappu has been arrested for negligence, including not providing life jackets and speeding. Rescue teams have saved 22 people, while four […]
All India Radio sparked outrage by calling Hyderabad “Bhagyanagar” in a social media post. While some claim it is the city’s historical name, others accused the broadcaster of spreading misinformation. Experts and the ASI note there is no official record of the name, which is often linked to political efforts to rename the Telangana capital.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) today ordered the transfer of Tamil Nadu Home Secretary Dheeraj Kumar and appointed 1993-batch IAS officer K Manivasan in his place. Manivasan has been directed to assume charge immediately. The ECI also said Kumar should not be given any election-related posting until the elections are completed.
The Excise and Taxation Department, with police support, busted an illegal liquor racket in Pratapnagar, Hamirpur, Himachal, seizing 170 boxes of alcohol. The operation targeted a grocery store used as a cover. The prime accused, Sunny Sehgal, escaped. Authorities have launched raids and registered a case, while special teams hunt for the absconding accused.
EAM Jaishankar announced that 312 Indian fishermen were safely evacuated from Iran to India via Armenia. He thanked the government of Armenia and Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan for facilitating the operation. The evacuation was shared on “X,” highlighting successful coordination and the safe return of stranded Indian citizens back to India safely home.
Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to expanding economic ties with Saudi Arabia during talks with Finance Minister Mohammed Bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan. Discussions focused on trade, investment and development. Saudi Arabia reiterated support, highlighting strong bilateral relations and continued cooperation amid Pakistan’s economic challenges.
Air Chief Marshal A P Singh met US Air Force Chief Gen Ken Wilsbach to advance defence cooperation and interoperability. He was received at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and held talks at the Pentagon with Secretary Troy Meink. His visit included NORAD briefings, a F-15EX flight, and discussions on MQ-9B systems and Indo-Pacific security cooperation.
Ex MP Vijayasai Reddy announced his complete exit from politics and entry into the media sector. He plans to launch a 3-language digital platform, followed by a Telugu news channel. He stated the venture will remain independent of any political party, focusing on highlighting public issues. The name of the media organisation will be revealed […]
Ismail Omar Guelleh secured a 6th term with 97.81% of the votes in Djibouti. The 78-year-old has ruled since 1999, succeeding Hassan Gouled Aptidon. He faced lone challenger Mohamed Farah Samatar in a low-competition race. Djibouti remains strategically vital, hosting global military bases and key trade routes that support its economy and regional significance.
PM Modi hailed Mahatma Jyotirao Phule as a great reformer on his birth anniversary, highlighting his moral courage, commitment to education, and social justice. Marking his bicentenary, PM Modi stressed renewal of values Phule championed, praising his institutions, movements, and lasting inspiration for equality, empowerment, and inclusive national progress.
The Enforcement Directorate today conducted fresh searches in a money laundering probe linked to a teachers recruitment scam in West Bengal. Raids targeted former minister Partha Chatterjee and jailed middleman Prasanna Kumar Roy, covering their residences in Kolkata, officials said, as the agency intensified its ongoing investigation into the case.
The Centre has extended the Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal tenure by nine months till January 13, 2027, to resolve the Mahanadi River water-sharing dispute between Odisha and Chhattisgarh. The decision, notified by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, follows delays due to COVID-19, vacancies, ensuring continued hearings and negotiations toward a final settlement.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.3 struck Tajikistan today, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said. The quake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, making it susceptible to aftershocks. In a post on “X,” the NCS reported the epicenter at latitude 36.932 N and longitude 71.515 E, confirming the location as Tajikistan in its […]
An Iranian delegation led by Abbas Araghchi and Parliament Speaker Mohd Bagher Ghalibaf arrived at Nur Khan Airbase in Rawalpindi, where they were received by Pak’s Deputy PM and Field Marshal Asim Munir. The high-level gathering sets the stage for US-Iran talks aimed at easing tensions. The airbase, recently restored, is hosting this diplomatic engagement.