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Manipur security forces arrested four PREPAK militants for extortion, recruitment and issuing threats to cultural groups. Police also caught a vehicle thief and filed five cases related to intimidation during the Sangai Festival. Extensive checkpoints and convoy protection continue across the State.

A couple from Bhubaneswar had to attend their own wedding reception in Hubballi through video conferencing after IndiGo flight delays and cancellations prevented them from travelling. Their parents hosted the event in person while the couple greeted guests virtually.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with a Russian edition of the Bhagavad Gita, calling it a source of inspiration for millions. The gesture came during Putin’s arrival in Delhi, where he was hosted for a private dinner at Modi’s residence

Russian President Vladimir Putin began a 27-hour visit to India on Thursday, warmly welcomed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The two leaders will hold the 23rd India-Russia Summit, focusing on defence, energy, trade, Russian crude procurement, and strategic geopolitical issues

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit to attend the 23rd India-Russia summit. Talks with PM Modi will focus on defence, trade, and small modular reactors, amid a backdrop of changing India-US relations

RPF, Child Line, and Srishti Seva Sansthan rescued 22 minors from Dungarpur railway station, who were allegedly being trafficked to Gujarat for labour. Three agents were detained, and the children were placed in a care home. Authorities continue investigating the trafficking network.

Two Jodhpur businessmen on a family vacation in Thailand died after being found in their hotel’s swimming pool under unclear circumstances. CCTV showed both men drowning. Relatives have completed legal formalities, and the bodies are expected to reach Jodhpur by Thursday evening

Delhi Police arrested a Haryana resident transporting 71 boxes of illicit country-made beer meant for sale only in Haryana. The suspect attempted to flee during a night patrol but was intercepted. Police said he has previous cases, and further investigation is underway

The Congress on Thursday expelled suspended Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil from its primary membership after reviewing serious complaints and a sexual assault case against him. The decision came soon after a Thiruvananthapuram court dismissed his anticipatory bail plea.

Air India reported three technical glitches on its Boeing 787 fleet since July, prompting enhanced safety inspections ordered by the DGCA after a June accident. The minister said all aircraft were found satisfactory and that technical snags are routinely addressed under prescribed procedures

More than 157 lakh passengers have benefited from 3.27 lakh UDAN flights, the government informed Parliament. Maharashtra saw two new airports and 34 new routes added, while Rs 4,352 crore in VGF has been released to strengthen regional air connectivity nationwide

IndiGo cancelled more than 100 flights and delayed many others on Wednesday amid severe crew shortages and operational disruptions. DGCA has launched a probe, while pilot unions blame IndiGo’s staffing practices. The airline has instituted temporary schedule cuts to stabilise operations

IndiGo cancelled over 70 flights on Wednesday due to acute crew shortages following the second phase of Flight Duty Time Limitations norms. On-time performance fell to 35%, with delays and cancellations affecting multiple airports nationwide

Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer has approved renaming the state’s Raj Bhavan as Lok Bhavan following communication from the Union Home Ministry. A notification was issued on Wednesday, confirming that the new name has taken immediate effect

JUH president Maulana Mahmood Madani said jihad is a sacred Islamic principle that has been widely misinterpreted and linked with violence. He urged that its true meaning be taught in schools to counter misinformation and condemned terrorism carried out in Islam’s name

The Department of Consumer Affairs has mandated that all pan masala packs, including small 10-gram units, display the Retail Sale Price (RSP) from February 1, 2026. The move ensures transparent pricing and facilitates GST implementation on all pack sizes

A speeding truck hit a motorcycle in Rath, Hamirpur, killing 50-year-old Ramrati on the spot. Her husband Ram Deen and daughter-in-law were injured and admitted to Rath Community Health Centre. Police seized the truck and are searching for the driver

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday refused a petition seeking a court-monitored committee to oversee all stages of the Red Fort blast trial. The bench said the trial has not commenced, and the plea was based only on apprehensions

A 38-year-old man, Binu, was arrested for allegedly murdering his intellectually disabled mother, Anitha, in Nedumbassery. Police said she suffered multiple injuries and internal bleeding. Binu confessed, and authorities suspect a property-related motive. Investigation is ongoing

Twelve Naxalites and three DRG personnel were killed in a major encounter in Chhattisgarh’s Bijapur district, with two others injured. Security forces continue search operations in the West Bastar division, bringing the Naxal death toll in the state to 275 this year