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Sudden rain spell freezes Delhi, Air quality remains 'Very poor'

Sudden rain spell freezes Delhi, Air quality remains 'Very poor'

Dark clouds enveloped the capital in the early hours before rainfall began around 6 a.m. in several parts of Delhi. The rain was moderate to heavy initially and later turned light. Cold northwesterly winds accompanied the showers, further intensifying the chill. Gurugram also experienced rainfall, even though no specific precipitation warning had been issued for the city. Jan 9, 2026
Delhi Police arrest six more in Turkman Gate violence case

Delhi Police arrest six more in Turkman Gate violence case

Earlier in the day, Delhi Police said they had identified 30 people involved in the violence. The identification was made on the basis of CCTV footage, body-worn camera recordings of police personnel, and several viral videos from the area. Jan 8, 2026
Indian agencies flag fresh push to exfiltrate Kashmiris into PoK

Indian agencies flag fresh push to exfiltrate Kashmiris into PoK

Recently, the Poonch Police attached the property of a Pakistan-based terror handler Rafiq Nai. The police also undertook similar action against one Jamal Lone, also a handler. Both are accused of not just aiding infiltration, but also luring the people of Jammu and Kashmir to move into Pakistan and PoK. Jan 8, 2026
Assembly polls: Cong steps up alliance talks; Rahul, Priyanka may visit TN soon

Assembly polls: Cong steps up alliance talks; Rahul, Priyanka may visit TN soon

In recent months, reports have surfaced about Congress exploring the possibility of political engagement with actor-politician Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). At the same time, speculation has emerged over strains within the Congress–DMK alliance, particularly following the Congress party's poor performance in the Bihar elections. Jan 8, 2026
Trump policies straining India-US ties: Top Democrat Congressman

Trump proposes $1.5 trillion US military budget

Trump made the announcement in a post on Truth Social. He said the decision came after talks with senators, members of Congress, and senior officials. He said the budget "should not be 1 trillion dollars, but rather 1.5 trillion dollars." Jan 8, 2026
Mata Vaishno Dev collage

NMC withdraws permission for MBBS course at SMVD Medical College after Jammu protests

The National Medical Commission has withdrawn the Letter of Permission for 50 MBBS seats at the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence following protests over admissions in Jammu. The decision brought an end to the agitation led by the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Sangharsh Samiti, even as the political blame-game continued between the BJP and the Chief Minister. Jan 8, 2026
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