A gang in Bihar exploited young men by falsely offering payments for impregnating women. The suspects, identified as Prince Raj, Bhola Kumar, and Rahul Kumar, used a fake job service website to advertise payments of Rs 5-10 lakh. Police arrested the trio following a complaint and recovered six mobile phones.

Kerala Police have arrested 15 individuals, including a minor, in connection with the alleged rape of a Dalit teenager. The victim, now 18, disclosed being repeatedly assaulted since age 13. Over 60 individuals are implicated, and further arrests are expected. Authorities are investigating and providing the victim with psychological support. Activists and political figures demand strict action.

Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath, on the first anniversary of Ram Lalla's idol consecration, emphasized that the Ram Temple in Ayodhya symbolizes the perseverance and democratic assertion of suppressed civilizations. He highlighted the transformations in Ayodhya, including the development of an international airport and solar city initiatives.

Karnataka deputy CM DK Shivakumar dismissed rumours of a power struggle within the Congress-led government and affirmed his commitment to serving the full five-year term alongside CM Siddaramaiah. Despite speculation about a rotational chief minister formula, Shivakumar stressed that party directives would guide their actions, quashing any talk of imminent leadership changes.

Bihar minister Prem Kumar underscored public support for the NDA, dismissing Lalu Yadav's influence. He advocates for a double-engine government for fast-tracked development. Union minister Chirag Paswan is confident NDA will win over 225 seats in the assembly polls. CM Nitish Kumar reaffirmed commitment to women's empowerment and highlighted welfare work.

In Dhanbad, Jharkhand, the principal of a private school allegedly instructed 80 girls to remove their shirts for writing messages on them during a 'pen day' celebration. The district administration has initiated an investigation. A committee including various district officials will probe the incident, with appropriate actions to follow based on their findings.

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar emphasized the need to avoid service extensions and post-retirement recruitment to ensure fairness and meritocracy in public service commissions. He highlighted the necessity of curbing paper leaks, fostering a harmonious political climate, and strengthening institutions for India's progress.

BJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri claims many AAP leaders will be jailed and accuses them of providing fake Aadhaar cards to Bangladeshi infiltrators. Arvind Kejriwal refutes these allegations, asserting BJP's involvement in fraudulent voting practices. AAP MP Sanjay Singh accuses BJP of bribing voters with Rs 1,100.

A nine-month-old infant in Ahmedabad has been confirmed as Gujarat's fourth human metapneumovirus (HMPV) case within a week. The child was hospitalized on January 6 with respiratory symptoms. The state's other cases include an eight-year-old boy, an 80-year-old asthma patient, and a two-month-old from Rajasthan.

The road transport ministry plans to limit the toll rates for elevated highways and tunnels in urban areas to five times the normal rate, down from the current 10 times. This move aims to make these routes more affordable and encourage their use, easing travel on stretches like the Dwarka Expressway and others.

Rahul Gandhi will begin his campaign in Delhi for the upcoming assembly polls, addressing a rally in Seelampur on January 13. This marks his first rally in the capital, set to take place against the backdrop of earlier events by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and following a month-long Congress yatra.

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi has called on PM Modi to order a SIT probe into the Dima Hasao mining tragedy in Assam, where four labourers died. Gogoi highlights ongoing illegal mining due to weak enforcement, demanding accountability and broader safety measures. Rescue operations continue.

The BJP has accused the AAP of causing a Rs 2,026 crore loss to the Delhi exchequer through a liquor scam, according to leaked CAG report pages. Union Minister Anurag Thakur and BJP President JP Nadda criticized the AAP's excise policies, calling former CM Arvind Kejriwal the kingpin of the alleged scam.

Aam Aadmi Party and Bharatiya Janata Party intensify their rivalry ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections with poster campaigns targeting each other's leaders, Ramesh Bidhuri and Arvind Kejriwal respectively, accusing them of derogatory remarks and disrespecting the Purvanchal community.

The Aam Aadmi Party accused BJP's leaders and Union ministers of engaging in voter registration fraud in Delhi before the assembly elections. AAP's Sanjay Singh alleged that BJP is misleading the Election Commission by registering fake votes. BJP countered, accusing AAP of similar malpractice involving non-residents.

BJP released a video criticizing AAP's Arvind Kejriwal over the costly renovation of the Delhi CM residence, dubbed «Sheesh Mahal.» According to a CAG report, the renovation expense amounted to Rs 33.86 crore, with luxury items and servant quarters included. BJP claims the real cost could be up to Rs 75-80 crore, highlighting alleged misuse of public funds.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy's brother Tirupati Reddy, who holds no official post, sparked controversy by arriving at a school event with significant police security and a convoy. BRS criticized the event, pointing out that children were made to stand in the sun and parade. BJP and BRS questioned the preferential treatment.

Thousands of devotees assemble in Ayodhya for the first anniversary celebrations of the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol at the grand Ram temple, marked by religious rituals and cultural events. Prime Minister Modi and other leaders extend their greetings, celebrating the temple's significance and ongoing construction milestones.

Leader trapped in Assam's flooded coal mine arrested; dewatering of 340ft-shaft continues with ONGC and Coal India machines. Congress protests illegal coal syndicate, accusing CM Sarma's government of failure, demanding identification and punishment of the syndicate kingpin and support for affected families.

Ludhiana West MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi died under mysterious circumstances from a gunshot injury. He was found in a pool of blood and declared dead at DMCH. The incident occurred around midnight, and police are investigating. Gogi, a prominent AAP member, had a notable political career and was active in various community projects before his untimely death.

Former Odisha governor Raghubar Das has rejoined BJP in Ranchi, pledging to revitalize the party and challenge the JMM-led INDIA bloc government. His return follows dissatisfaction within the state BJP under Babulal Marandi's leadership due to a decrease in assembly seats from 25 to 21.

The Supreme Court ruled that a wife is entitled to maintenance from her husband even if she refuses to comply with a decree for restitution of conjugal rights. The court emphasized that each case depends on individual circumstances, including legitimate reasons for the wife's refusal to return to the matrimonial home.

The Supreme Court expressed reluctance to entertain a petition challenging the Allahabad High Court's order to consolidate 15 Hindu-side suits regarding the Mathura Shahi Idgah mosque site. The SC suggested that consolidation would streamline the process and benefit all parties, questioning the need for separate suits.

Supreme Court directed UP govt to prevent unrest over the well next to Shahi Jama Masjid in Sambhal. Despite an order for status quo, the Sambhal municipality advertised the well for public use. The bench asked UP govt to submit a status report in two weeks.

The expansion of food grain distribution under the National Food Security Act of 2013 has significantly reduced child stunting and improved nutrition across eight Indian states. The initiative also boosted daily wages and household welfare, especially during adverse climate events like droughts, by increasing the consumption of nutrient-dense foods.

Central government employees who donate organs are now entitled to 42 days special casual leave to recover from the surgery and post-hospitalisation. The leave can be availed in one stretch starting from hospital admission, and in some cases, up to a week before surgery upon recommendation by a registered medical practitioner.

The Supreme Court allows students, who dropped a year of study to attempt the IIT-Advanced exam, a third attempt despite the Joint Admission Board reverting its decision to allow only two attempts. The court rules this would apply to students who dropped out between November 5 and November 18, 2024.

A teenage girl in Kerala's Pathanamthitta district has claimed that she was sexually abused by around 64 people over four years. Police have arrested five suspects and a sixth is in prison. The girl, who recently turned 18, revealed the abuse during a school counselling session.

Following their recent assembly election defeat, Maharashtra's MVA alliance members Sank the blame game intensifies, with calls for independent strategies in upcoming polls. MVA leaders criticize delays and lack of coordination, questioning the alliance's effectiveness and relevance within the broader INDIA bloc.

The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) has approved 11 defence ministry proposals for strategic infrastructure in protected Ladakh areas near the LAC with China. This includes building telecommunication networks, ammunition storage, and waste processing facilities within the Changthang and Karakorum Nubra Shyok Wildlife Sanctuaries, home to rare species. Conditions are set to minimize habitat impact.

PM Narendra Modi will visit France in February to participate in an AI Summit hosted by President Emmanuel Macron. The summit, scheduled for February 11-12, aims to foster discussions on AI with participation from major global powers including the US, China, and India.