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North Korea says it tested hypersonic missiles with leader Kim Jong-un attending

"A sub-unit under a major firing strike group of the Korean People's Army conducted a missile launching drill" to evaluate the country's war deterrence and the readiness of the weapon system, as well as to verify its capacity to fulfill missions, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) said.

Jan 5, 2026

Trump says US 'in charge' of Venezuela after Maduro arrest

"It was a very dangerous operation," Trump said. "The helicopters were being shot at... the bullets were flying all over the place." He said one helicopter was hit but all US personnel returned safely. "We got everything back and nobody killed," he said.

Jan 5, 2026

Bengaluru: Tension in city's JJ Nagar amid stone-pelting during Om Shakti festival

According to the police, an incident of stone-pelting targeting Om Shakti devotees was reported near the Om Shakti temple at V.S. Garden within the JJ Nagar police station limits. A child, who is an Om Shakti devotee, was injured in the stone-pelting.

Jan 5, 2026

Delhi-NCR air quality remains 'poor'; cold wave grips region

Area-wise data indicated that the Air Quality Index (AQI) continued to hover in the poor range across most parts of the city. Akshardham recorded an AQI of 294, while ITO registered 256, according to data released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Jan 5, 2026

Who is Indian American Pulkit Desai, sworn in as Parsippany mayor after tight race

Desai, a Democrat, won the mayoral race after provisional and vote-by-mail ballots overturned an earlier lead held by Republican incumbent James Barberio. Final counts showed Desai ahead by a narrow margin, with Democrats also winning two council seats and securing control of the township council. The swearing-in took place on Saturday.

Jan 5, 2026

Drive to clean Yamuna turning into a people's movement: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Speaking at a programme organised by the Culture Youth Foundation, the Chief Minister appreciated the volunteers of the Foundation and described the active participation of citizens, youth and personnel of the Yamuna Task Force (137 CETF Battalion, Territorial Army) as inspiring.

Jan 4, 2026

North Korea 'strongly' denounces US capture of Venezuela's Maduro

The North's Foreign Ministry made the remarks as US President Donald Trump said Washington has captured Maduro and his wife in a large-scale military strike.

Jan 4, 2026

India making strong efforts to host 2036 Olympics: PM Modi

The Prime Minister also spoke about the 2030 Commonwealth Games, which will be held in the country, and said that the nation is leaving no stone unturned in securing the hosting rights for the 2036 Olympic Games.

Jan 4, 2026

US takeover of oil-rich Venezuela reflects race for hard power: Uday Kotak

The veteran banker had pointed out in his year-end views that the world has become less tolerant of alternative points of view and has become more transient and transactional in relationships, with the dominance of hard power over soft power. He highlighted that the race between countries is getting more intense and less mindful of consequences.

Jan 4, 2026

Centre seeks proposals under Rs 500 crore scheme to cut medical device imports

India currently imports nearly 70 per cent of its medical device requirements. To address this gap, the Department of Pharmaceuticals launched a Rs 500 crore support package in November 2024 to strengthen domestic manufacturing and innovation in the medical device industry.

Jan 4, 2026

Pakistan-aligned hackers target Indian govt, universities in new cyber espionage campaign

According to the report, Pakistan-linked hackers have launched a new spying campaign targeting the Indian government and universities, including strategic institutions, to procure sensitive information by making the system defunct with the use of spyware and malware.

Jan 4, 2026

IAF commemorates 25th anniversary of Tejas LCA's first flight

"On the 25th anniversary of Tejas LCA's historic first flight, #IAF reflects on enduring partnership in building this fighter. Congratulations to ADA's innovative scientists, HAL's skilled engineers, brave IAF & IN test pilots/engineers, and all IAF personnel who've championed self-reliance. Sky is the limit!" said the IAF in a post on social media.

Jan 4, 2026

DGCA bans use of power banks for charging devices during flights

The Director General of Civil Aviation had earlier, in November, issued a Dangerous Goods Advisory Circular that allowed power banks and spare lithium batteries only in hand baggage. These items are strictly prohibited from being stored in overhead compartments, as fires in overhead bins are difficult to detect and control.

Jan 4, 2026

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