Winter Games

Haryana wins big at Khelo India Winter Games; bags two golds in figure skating

Haryana dominated the second day of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026 in Leh, clinching two gold medals in figure skating as the sport made its debut at the event. Ladakh thrilled home crowds by defeating ITBP 3–1 in an action-packed ice hockey encounter, while Haryana moved to the top of the medal standings. Jan 22, 2026
'Purvodaya' vision accelerating development in Northeast, says PM Modi

'Purvodaya' vision accelerating development in Northeast, says PM Modi

PM Modi praised the 2024 Peace Accord with NLFT and ATTF, noting the state's commitment to environmental initiatives, natural farming, and economic reforms. He reiterated the goal of transforming Tripura in line with its historical vision and continued development efforts. Jan 21, 2026
Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal CEO; Blinkit's Albinder Dhindsa named successor

Deepinder Goyal to step down as Eternal CEO; Blinkit's Albinder Dhindsa named successor

Deepinder Goyal, founder of Eternal Ltd (formerly Zomato Ltd), will step down as Group CEO, with Blinkit CEO Albinder Dhindsa taking over day-to-day leadership of the company's food delivery and quick-commerce operations. Goyal will remain on the board as Vice Chairman, pending shareholder approval, according to a shareholder letter dated 21 January. Jan 21, 2026
Two J&K Police officers killed in Srinagar road accident

7-year-old on way to school crushed to death under Army vehicle in Telangana

A seven-year-old Class I student of an Army School was killed after the scooty he was riding with his mother skidded and fell under an Army vehicle near Trimulgherry in Secunderabad, Telangana. The child died on the spot, while the mother sustained critical injuries. Police have registered a case and are investigating the incident. Jan 21, 2026
Additionally, seven drug samples were found to be spurious, manufactured by unauthorised firms using other companies' brand names, and are under investigation. The CDSCO said such actions are part of routine surveillance to ensure unsafe or substandard m

CDSCO labs flag 167 drug samples as 'not of standard quality' in December

Additionally, seven drug samples were found to be spurious, manufactured by unauthorised firms using other companies' brand names, and are under investigation. The CDSCO said such actions are part of routine surveillance to ensure unsafe or substandard medicines are removed from the market. Jan 21, 2026
Germany bolsters ties with India amid fluid geopolitical landscape

Germany bolsters ties with India amid fluid geopolitical landscape

The EU-India FTA could add €20 billion in trade, while Germany aims to enhance its Indo-Pacific presence and secure diversified supply chains. Trade remains central: Germany is India's top EU partner, with balanced exports and imports totaling over US$50 billion, projected to reach €50 billion by 2030 under the "India First" policy. Jan 21, 2026
India's core sector growth up by 3.7 pc in Dec as fertiliser, cement, coal production rise

India's core sector growth up by 3.7 pc in Dec as fertiliser, cement, coal production rise

India's core sector growth rose 3.7% in December 2025, driven by higher production of cement, steel, electricity, fertiliser, and coal, according to government data. Steel grew 6.9%, cement 13.5%, fertiliser 4.1%, coal 3.6%, and electricity 5.3% compared to December 2024. Cumulatively, the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) grew 2.6% from April to December 2025-26. Jan 21, 2026
'Never before such shame, moral collapse of police': BJP slams Karnataka govt over DGP video row

'Never before such shame, moral collapse of police': BJP slams Karnataka govt over DGP video row

The BJP launched a scathing attack on the Congress-led Karnataka government over alleged videos showing DGP K. Ramachandra Rao engaging in objectionable behaviour in his office, calling it an unprecedented and shameful episode. Opposition leaders said the incident reflected a moral collapse within the police force, accused the government of shielding the officer, questioned law and order in the state, and demanded accountability, including the resignation of the Home Minister. Jan 21, 2026