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India is rebalancing crude oil imports toward Middle Eastern suppliers as Russian volumes dip due to sanctions and compliance risks. While Russian crude remains economical, refiners are prioritising supply reliability, with Iraq and Saudi Arabia regaining share in early 2026

On Republic Day 2026, the Union home ministry announced gallantry and service medals for 982 police, fire and civil defence personnel. Of these, 125 bravery medals were awarded, with most recipients from Jammu and Kashmir operations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged citizens to actively participate in democratic processes on National Voters' Day, calling voting a sacred duty. Writing to MY-Bharat volunteers, he hailed voters as shapers of India’s destiny and encouraged youth voters to strengthen democracy

Fire broke out in a ladies hostel in Alwal on Saturday night. Ten inmates were rushed to hospital after they became breathless due to smoke

An abandoned newborn was discovered at a wayside eatery in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district, triggering a police probe. The infant was rescued, given medical care, and authorities launched efforts to trace parents and ensure protection under child welfare laws promptly nationwide 

Rescue teams, including fire services and the NDRF, continued operations in Hyderabad to reach five people trapped in a building cellar after a major fire, as authorities consider demolishing the heavily damaged structure following expert inspection

Forensic tests have found semen traces on the clothes of a deceased NEET aspirant in Patna, prompting DNA analysis and suspensions of two police officers, as investigators revisit the sexual assault angle amid ongoing protests and scrutiny

The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in nine Tamil Nadu districts on Sunday due to an easterly wave over the Bay of Bengal, warning of thunderstorms, waterlogging risks and advising residents and fishermen to remain cautious.

An all-round India won a truncated game of 37-overs-per-side with complete ease, stamping their authority in the competition with another big victory

After potting the red to the centre pocket in the fourth frame to signal victory, Sourav looked heavenwards and seemed to gesture ‘this one was for you dad’

The decision follows an extensive process undertaken by the ICC to address concerns raised by the BCB regarding the hosting of its scheduled matches in India

After finishing the third day at 166 for seven, Hyderabad still trailing by 127 runs in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match

Power is increasingly overriding law, morals, and values, exposing a ‘world without rules’ — an uncomfortable truth revealed as leaders gathered in the Swiss Alps amid rising global tensions

As global uncertainty deepens and multilateral norms weaken, the EU and India are moving toward a historic free trade agreement, signalling a shift toward partnership, diversification, and cooperative global governance 

The CBI SIT has filed a chargesheet in the Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration case, naming TTD employees and ghee suppliers. The case had triggered a major political controversy following allegations of animal fat use during the previous YSRCP regime

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday inaugurated state-wide solid waste management projects, announcing Rs 510 crore for integrated units and new waste-to-energy plants, while attacking the previous YSRCP government over environmental damage

A man has been arrested in Faridabad for allegedly killing his 4.5-year-old daughter after assaulting her when she failed to write numbers up to 50. Police said the accused later tried to pass the death off as an accident

The government said lithography is the most complex process in semiconductor manufacturing as India builds its chip industry. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said pilot production has begun at approved facilities, with commercial output expected soon and indigenous mobile brands likely in 12 to 18 months

Karnataka Police have arrested two persons in connection with the suicide of a Karwar-based doctor, allegedly triggered by a viral video accusing him of selling expired medicines, which led to public criticism and severe mental distress

Indian intelligence agencies have flagged attempts by Lashkar-e-Taiba to revive its operations through deceptive tactics, including fake recruitment drives and exaggerated propaganda, while officials say the terror outfit lacks the capacity to carry out large-scale attacks at present

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is entering trade and mobility agreements with several countries to create new opportunities for youth, as he distributed 61,000 appointment letters at the 18th Rozgar Mela held across 45 locations nationwide

ISRO chairman V Narayanan said the space agency is preparing multiple satellite launches in 2026 and working on major missions, including human spaceflight and lunar exploration, while scientists continue to analyse the anomaly observed during the PSLV-C62 mission

The CBSE has made the appointment of socio-emotional and career counsellors mandatory in all affiliated schools by amending its affiliation bye-laws, following a PIL highlighting rising mental health challenges and the need for structured career guidance for students

Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, warning that the hurried process could exclude genuine voters and weaken democratic participation ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections