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India Opt to Bowl After Toss as Series on the Line in Indore ODI Against New Zealand

India captain Shubman Gill chose to field first after winning the toss in the third and deciding One Day International against New Zealand at Indore on Sunday, setting the stage for a high-stakes finish to the three-match series. With the series locked after two contrasting games, both teams entered the final encounter eyeing a decisive…

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No Question of Defection After Shinde Meeting, Says CM Fadnavis

Mumbai | January 18, 2026- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday dismissed speculation of possible defections following Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde’s meeting with newly elected Shiv Sena councillors at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. He said there was “no question of defection” and termed the meeting a routine interaction with newly elected representatives.…

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Several Indians Return from Protest-Hit Iran on Commercial Flights

New Delhi | January 17, 2026- Several Indian nationals, including students, have returned to India on commercial flights from Iran as the country remains gripped by widespread protests and a strong government crackdown. The arrivals took place late Friday night at the Indira Gandhi International Airport amid growing concerns over safety conditions in the region.…

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Not Salt, Not Stress: Scientists Reveal a Hidden Brain Reason Behind High BP

New Delhi | January 18, 2026- High blood pressure may not be caused only by excess salt intake or mental stress, as commonly believed. A new scientific study has revealed a surprising reason behind rising BP levels, pointing to a specific region of the brain as a key factor. According to research conducted by scientists…

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Fire Breaks Out at IT Office in Noida Sector 63, No Casualties Reported

Noida | January 18, 2026- A fire incident was reported early Sunday morning at an office building located in Sector 63, Noida, triggering a swift response from the fire department. The blaze broke out at the premises of BG Info Private Limited, allegedly due to a short circuit. According to Chief Fire Officer Pradeep Kumar…

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Power Distribution Sector Turns Profitable After Years, DISCOMs Post ₹2,701 Cr PAT in FY25

New Delhi | January 18, 2026- India’s power distribution sector has recorded a major financial turnaround, with power distribution utilities posting a collective Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹2,701 crore in FY 2024–25 after years of continuous losses. The achievement marks a significant milestone for DISCOMs and state power departments that had remained in deficit…

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Registration of waste collection vendors is Mandatory, else will be taken action : Municipal Commissioner

FARIDABAD : A review meeting was held to review the ongoing sanitation-related activities and to discuss in detail the agenda for the upcoming Swachh Survekshan (Cleanliness Survey) 2025-26 with all NGOs, RWAs, housing societies, master trainers, and dedicated volunteers working under the Faridabad Municipal Corporation. The meeting, chaired by Municipal Commissioner Dhirendra Khadgata, provided important…

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DGCA Fines IndiGo ₹22.20 Crore Over December Flight Disruptions

New Delhi- The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a penalty of ₹22.20 crore on IndiGo Airlines for causing large-scale inconvenience to passengers due to massive flight cancellations and delays in December 2025. The action follows a detailed investigation into the airline’s operations between December 3 and December 5, during which 2,507 flights…

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Severe Air Pollution Chokes Delhi-NCR; AQI Touches 428, GRAP Stage-IV Measures Enforced

New Delhi, January 17: Air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR deteriorated sharply on Saturday evening, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) soaring to 428, prompting authorities to implement the strictest curbs under Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). According to official data, Delhi’s AQI stood at around 400 at 4 pm and worsened further…

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Delhi is a City of Festivals 365 Days a Year, moving ahead with the Mantra of ‘Vikas bhi, Virasat bhi’:…

New Delhi, 17 January 2026- A grand cultural programme was organised at Ras Vihar, Patparganj, Delhi, on the occasion of Uttarayani Kauthig 2026, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The event was graced by the Chief Minister of Delhi, Rekha Gupta, along with the  Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs and Road…

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