SHILLONG, Meghalaya — The death toll in the devastating coal mine accident in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills has risen to 19, following the recovery of more bodies from the site. Meghalaya Home Minister Lahkmen Rymbui confirmed the updated figures on Friday, stating that authorities have also made two key arrests in connection with the illegal … Read more
New Delhi — A Delhi court on Friday rejected the bail application of Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar in connection with the murder of young wrestler Sagar Dhankar. The court’s decision marks a significant development in the high-profile legal battle surrounding the Chhatrasal Stadium brawl that led to the death of the budding athlete. During the … Read more
HARARE, Zimbabwe — In a performance that defied both age and expectation, 14-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a historic masterclass on Friday, smashing a record-breaking 175 off just 80 balls in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup final against England. The Bihar-born opener turned the Harare Sports Club into his personal playground, propelling … Read more
Darjeeling, February 6, 2026 – Darjeeling MP Shri Raju Bista has sharply criticized the West Bengal interim budget, labeling it a “Kamikaze Budget” that he claims will accelerate the state’s economic decline. In a detailed critique, Bista argued that the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government has prioritized short-term welfare schemes over long-term fiscal health, masking a … Read more
Mumbai, February 6, 2026 – Defending champions India will begin their ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign against the United States in a highly anticipated Group Stage match tomorrow at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The match marks the start of the month-long tournament co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. India, currently the … Read more
New Delhi, February 6, 2026 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned the spotlight on gaming as a viable and creative skill during the ninth edition of his interactive student program, Pariksha Pe Charcha, held here on Friday. Addressing a gathering of students, teachers, and parents, Modi encouraged young minds to tap into India’s rich cultural … Read more
New Delhi, February 6, 2026 – The Ministry of Steel announced today that the first batch of youth from the Bastar and Dantewada districts has achieved a 100% placement rate following the completion of the NMDC-CIPET Skill Development Programme. This initiative, fully funded by NMDC under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) wing, provides specialized technical … Read more
Siliguri, February 6, 2026 – The discovery of a young woman’s blood-stained body near the New Chamta railway bridge in Matigara caused significant local tension on Thursday night. The body was found on the tracks around 8:00 PM, prompting an immediate response from the Matigara Police and the Government Railway Police (GRP). Sub-Inspector Durojit Das … Read more
Jalandhar, February 6, 2026 – In a shocking incident, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Lucky Oberoi was fatally shot outside a gurdwara in Model Town on Friday morning. Oberoi, who followed a daily routine of visiting the religious site, arrived in his Thar SUV and had just parked when two assailants on a motorcycle opened … Read more
Jalpaiguri, February 6, 2026 – North Bengal’s budding athletes are on the verge of a major upgrade. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya virtually kick-started construction of a world-class eight-lane synthetic athletic track at the Biswa Bangla Krirangan (formerly Jalpaiguri Sports Complex) on Tuesday. Priced at ₹10 crore and built to international standards using a advanced … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – In a move to bolster employment opportunities across the country, the Union Ministry of Labour and Employment has highlighted a significant surge in job availability and digital resources for candidates. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha today, Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje outlined the government’s multi-pronged strategy … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah formally launched ‘Bharat Taxi,’ India’s first cooperative-based taxi service, during a ceremony held today. The initiative marks a significant shift in the transport sector by introducing a cooperative model designed to empower drivers and enhance social security. In his address, Shri … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – Union Minister of Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, provided a comprehensive update on the transformation of India’s rail infrastructure in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on February 04, 2026. A primary highlight of the report is the progress of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, which has seen 172 … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – In a major crackdown on cybercrime and financial fraud, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has disconnected over 39.43 lakh mobile connections and blacklisted 2.27 lakh mobile handsets. These actions were highlighted in a written reply to the Rajya Sabha today by the Minister of State for Communications and Rural … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – The Election Commission of India (ECI) today held a high-level briefing for 1,444 Central Observers to be deployed for the upcoming Assembly Elections in five states and union territories, including West Bengal, Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Puducherry. The meeting, held at the India International Institute of Democracy and … Read more
Siliguri, February 5, 2026 – The Matigara Police Station team under the Siliguri Police Commissionerate has successfully recovered a motorcycle stolen from Matigara Bazar on October 8, 2025, and arrested the suspect involved. Acting on a tip-off, officers apprehended Md Serip, a 28-year-old resident of Chopra in Uttar Dinajpur district, on February 4, 2026. The … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – NTPC Limited has announced a target of 30 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047, contributing to the national goal of 100 GW. The company is pursuing the target through two routes. Its joint venture with NPCIL — Anu Shakti Vidyut Nigam Limited (ASHVINI) — is developing the 4 × … Read more
Darjeeling, February 5, 2026 – The Central Government has sanctioned 21 rural road projects under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) for Darjeeling district in West Bengal, focusing on bridging massive developmental gaps in rural and hilly areas. According to the official announcement by Darjeeling MP Shri Raju Bista, these proposals have been approved … Read more
Kalimpong, February 5, 2026 – The Central Government has sanctioned 27 rural road projects under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) for Kalimpong district in West Bengal, aiming to improve connectivity in remote and hilly areas. According to an official document dated January 28, 2026, from the PMGSY office, the proposals were submitted by … Read more
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 – The Indian Navy has delivered 10 Bailey Bridges to Colombo, Sri Lanka, to support the country’s reconstruction following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The modular bridges arrived aboard the Indian Naval Ship Gharial on February 4, 2026. They are expected to play a key role in restoring damaged … Read more