IMD issues thunderstorm warning, emergency measures put in place

The IMD has issued a warning of thunderstorm accompanied with squall and hail in large parts of northern and eastern India tomorrow, prompting authorities to put in place various emergency measures such as part-closure of schools and cancelling leave of civic officials.

The history of the Somnath Temple, a cornerstone of Indian culture and spirituality, is an extraordinary tale of strong faith and relentless reconstruction. Somnath, the first among the twelve Jyotirlingas, this sacred shrine has stood for centuries as a guardian of India's cultural and spiritual identity.

National shooting coach and CWG gold medallist Ankush Bharadwaj has been suspended by the NRAI following a 17-year-old shooter's allegations of sexual assault in a Faridabad hotel. As police register an FIR under the POCSO Act, find out the details of the complaint and Bharadwaj’s professional background.
 

Patna Civil Court was evacuated once again after authorities received a fresh bomb threat, prompting immediate checks and heightened security measures.

A shocking incident in Kerala’s Alappuzha saw a beggar who died in a road accident found carrying over Rs 4.5 lakh in cash, including banned notes and foreign currency.

Lok Sabha MPs elected for three consecutive terms between 2014 and 2024 have seen their assets grow by an average of 110%. A report highlights significant increases, with some MPs' wealth soaring by over Rs 100 crore. Notably, one MP's assets saw a staggering 14,851% rise, while only one saw a decline.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) probe triggered a strong reaction from West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after it conducted searches in Kolkata linked to political consultancy firm I-PAC.

PM Modi and leaders mourn the sudden death of Agnivesh Agarwal, eldest son of Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal, who passed away at 49 in New York.

In a shocking incident, police arrested two individuals after liquor bottles were allegedly dumped near Tirumala in a bid to defame the holy temple town.
 

According to police, the accused were identified through CCTV footage, and teams are now conducting raids to take them into custody.

Viral Video: A Ludhiana man's "Desi Jugaad" has the internet in splits after he used a domestic washing machine to clean mud-covered potatoes. While the video has hit 11 million views, experts are warning of "appliance disaster." See why you should never try this potato laundry hack at home.
 

Delhi Police have identified 30 people linked to the stone-pelting incident during the Municipal Corporation of Delhi’s (MCD) anti-encroachment drive near Faiz-e-Elahi Masjid in the Turkman Gate area of the national capital.

Searching for the "Umair Viral Video 7:11"? Thousands are hunting for the 7-minute, 11-second clip trending across Pakistan and India. Before you click any links, find out why this "timestamp" is actually a digital trap. We unravel the truth about the Umair video, the malware risks, and the psychology behind this 2026 viral hoax.
 

A shooting outside a Salt Lake City church during a funeral left two dead and several others injured, with no suspect immediately detained.
 

Delhi Car Crash: Two people were killed and one was seriously injured after a speeding car hit a taxi at a traffic intersection on August Kranti Marg near Siri Fort Auditorium in south Delhi early Wednesday, police officials said. The accident took place around 4.20 am, reported by Hindustan Times.

Delhi Temperature Today: Delhi saw a slight improvement in air quality on Thursday, with AQI in the ‘poor’ category, but cold wave conditions, dense fog and chilly winds continue to affect the capital.

Harjeet Singh is a well-known Indian climate activist who has worked for over two decades with international climate and development organisations. 

President Trump has greenlit the 'Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025,' threatening at least 500% tariffs on countries like India and China that import Russian oil. As Washington seeks leverage for a Ukraine peace deal, find out how this "economic bunker buster" could trigger a global trade war.
 

Amid rising tensions in Old Delhi, Samajwadi Party MP Mohibbullah Nadvi has come under scrutiny after clashes erupted during a late-night demolition drive near a mosque.
 

The National Medical Commission has introduced a Rs 2 lakh registration fee plus GST for new MBBS college applications and seat increases from 2026-27. The commission also cleared around 450 additional postgraduate medical seats for 2025-26 through appeals, removing the previous 100-seat cap on MBBS expansion applications.

IMD Alert: Rajasthan faces a severe winter crisis this Thursday, Jan 8. An Orange Alert has been issued for Jaipur and 9 other districts as visibility drops below 50 m. Schools in 26 districts remain closed. Get the full list of affected districts and the 5-day temperature forecast here.
 

Parliamentary committee members debated inviting opposition parties to discuss a bill to remove PMs, CMs, and ministers arrested for over 30 days on serious charges. Concerns were raised about replacing removed leaders and whether the Leader of Opposition could be removed under the bill's provisions.

IMD Alert: Harsh cold wave and dense fog paralyze Delhi, UP, and Bihar this Thursday. Meanwhile, a deep depression triggers heavy rain alerts for Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Know the latest city-wise temperature and weather forecast for January 8, 2026.

05 am on Thursday, as per the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) Sameer app. On Wednesday, the national capital's AQI was recorded at 302 at 7:05 am, placing it in the ‘very poor’ category.

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear the bail plea of the father of the 17-year-old accused in the fatal Pune Porsche crash. He is accused of manipulating his son's blood sample test. The court also issued notice on a similar plea from another father whose son was in the car.

The Union home ministry has notified the timeline for the first phase of Census 2027, focusing on housing and houselisting operations. This phase will be conducted over 30 days between April 1 and September 30 this year, with an option for 15-day self-enumeration before the main operation.

New Delhi is set to host a major international conference from January 21-23, bringing together nearly 100 delegates from 42 election management bodies. The event, themed 'Democracy for an inclusive, resilient and sustainable world,' aims to foster global cooperation, share best practices, and address contemporary challenges in election management. India's Election Commission is organizing this significant gathering.

The Election Commission has announced that relatives of voters living outside Bengal can appear on their behalf for physical SIR hearings. This relief is for thousands of migrant workers, students, and NRIs summoned for hearings, which are crucial for electoral roll discrepancies. The EC aims to ease logistical burdens and ensure broader participation in the verification process.

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen received an election notice alleging an age difference of less than 15 years with his late mother, a claim his representatives call harassment. The Election Commission stated the discrepancy was flagged by a portal, and officials visited Sen's residence to resolve it, despite the actual age gap being over 19 years.