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Congress's new DCC presidents appointments spark internal debate in J&K

The Congress high command's decision to appoint new District Congress Committee presidents across all 21 organisational districts of J&K has stirred internal debate within the party. Posting of national-level leaders as district presidents raises questions of promotion versus demotion within the party.

Jan 4, 2026

Women, couples are new faces of drug trade in Jammu; narco-terrorism crackdown continues

Even as Jammu Police cracked down hard on narcotics in 2025 by arresting 311 drug peddlers, including 35 women, security agencies are alarmed by a disturbing shift in the drug supply chain, with women and married couples increasingly acting as key operatives.

Jan 4, 2026

US says is aware of North Korea missile launches, reaffirms defence commitment to allies

"We are aware of the missile launches and are consulting closely with our allies and partners. Based on current assessments, this event does not pose an immediate threat to US personnel or territory, or to our allies," the command said, Yonhap News Agency reported.

Jan 4, 2026

India terms developments in Venezuela 'matter of concern', calls for addressing issues through dialogue

India has expressed deep concern over the recent developments in Venezuela and said it is closely monitoring the situation. Reaffirming its support for the safety and well-being of the Venezuelan people, India has urged all parties to resolve issues peacefully through dialogue, while confirming that its embassy in Caracas is in touch with the Indian community and extending all possible assistance.

Jan 4, 2026

Starlink fixes Rs 8,600 monthly tariff in India, promises 99.9 pc service uptime

Elon Musk announces free Starlink services for Venezuela

Musk shared the announcement on the social media platform X, saying the move was made "in support of the people of Venezuela."The Starlink network, which operates through a constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites, is expected to help maintain internet access during a period of political and security uncertainty.

Jan 4, 2026

Muslim pilgrims pray around the holy Kaaba at the Grand Mosque in Mecca during Hajj pilgrimage

Umrah trip ends in tragedy: Four from Kerala family killed in Saudi Arabia road accident

The accident occurred while the family was travelling by car from Mecca to Jeddah after completing Umrah, the Islamic pilgrimage. Their vehicle reportedly collided with a truck on the highway near Madinah, resulting in severe damage.

Jan 4, 2026

'Not about drugs or democracy, it's about Trump's desire to play regional strongman': Kamala Harris

In a sharply worded post on X, Harris warned that the move risks destabilising the region while putting American lives and resources at stake.

Jan 4, 2026

Grokipedia beta version to launch in 2 months: Elon Musk

Using Grok to make illegal content will result in same consequences as uploading such material: Musk

MeitY directed X to conduct a comprehensive review of Grok's technical and governance frameworks to prevent the generation of unlawful content.

Jan 4, 2026

'Act of War': NYC Mayor Mamdani Condemns US 'Capture' of Venezuela President Maduro

This came after US President Donald Trump announced that American forces carried out a large-scale attack on the Venezuelan capital, Caracas, and "captured" President Nicolas Maduro and his wife. He has also said that the US will run the South American nation during the transition period.

Jan 4, 2026

Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro jailed in New York after US capture

Once the unquestioned ruler of the oil-rich South American nation, in the video released by the White House, he was in a brown uniform, manacled and clutching a water bottle while two DEA officers held him on either side by his elbows.

Jan 4, 2026

US charges Maduro with narco-terrorism, cocaine trafficking

The indictment was made public by US Attorney General Pam Bondi and filed in the US District Court for the Southern District of New York. Prosecutors allege Maduro used state power to move massive quantities of cocaine toward the United States over more than two decades.

Jan 4, 2026

Govt bars pre-booking tips on cab apps, allows women to choose female drivers

The Centre has amended the Motor Vehicles Aggregator Guidelines to ban pre-ride tipping prompts on cab apps and allow passengers, especially women, to choose same-gender drivers where available.

Jan 3, 2026

Indore gets new municipal commissioner, water quality inspection begins in Bhagirathpura

The development came a day after the Chief Minister Mohan Yadav ordered to suspend the Indore Additional Commissioner Rohit Sisoniya and Sanjeev Shrivastava, who is the Superintendent Engineer In-charge of the Public Health Engineering department.

Jan 3, 2026

Venezuela declares national emergency after Caracas blasts, rejects 'US military aggression'

The statement added that President Nicolas Maduro had "ordered all national defence plans to be implemented" and declared "a state of external disturbance." The government said the attacks were reported in Caracas and in the states of Miranda, Aragua and La Guaira.

Jan 3, 2026

Over 150 Booked as J&K Police Crack Down on Banned VPN Usage

Jammu and Kashmir Police have launched a Valley-wide campaign against the use of banned Virtual Private Network (VPN) services, booking over 150 individuals in the last three days.

Jan 3, 2026

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Congress's new DCC presidents appointments spark internal debate in J&K

Women, couples are new faces of drug trade in Jammu; narco-terrorism crackdown continues

US says is aware of North Korea missile launches, reaffirms defence commitment to allies

India terms developments in Venezuela 'matter of concern', calls for addressing issues through dialogue

Elon Musk announces free Starlink services for Venezuela

Umrah trip ends in tragedy: Four from Kerala family killed in Saudi Arabia road accident

'Not about drugs or democracy, it's about Trump's desire to play regional strongman': Kamala Harris

Using Grok to make illegal content will result in same consequences as uploading such material: Musk

'Act of War': NYC Mayor Mamdani Condemns US 'Capture' of Venezuela President Maduro

Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro jailed in New York after US capture

US charges Maduro with narco-terrorism, cocaine trafficking

Govt bars pre-booking tips on cab apps, allows women to choose female drivers

Indore gets new municipal commissioner, water quality inspection begins in Bhagirathpura

Venezuela declares national emergency after Caracas blasts, rejects 'US military aggression'

Over 150 Booked as J&K Police Crack Down on Banned VPN Usage

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]