U-19 World Cup: India Beat USA by 6 Wickets in Tournament Opener

January 16, 2026 8:16 AM

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U-19 World Cup: India Beat USA by 6 Wickets in Tournament Opener

In the ICC Men's Under-19 Cricket World Cup 2026, India beat USA by 6 wickets (using DLS method) in the opening match of the tournament at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Zimbawe yesterday. Put in to bat first, the USA were bowled out for just 107 runs in 35.2 overs, as India's Henil Patel compl...

India Is a Major Growth Engine for Global Economy: IMF

January 16, 2026 8:13 AM

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India Is a Major Growth Engine for Global Economy: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said that India is a major growth engine for the global economy. The IMF noted that India’s economic growth in the third quarter was stronger than expected. Addressing a press conference, Director of the IMF’s Communications Department, Julie Kozack said, In...

Haj Codal Formalities Deadline Extended to Jan 25

January 16, 2026 8:09 AM

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Haj Codal Formalities Deadline Extended to Jan 25

The Ministry of Minority Affairs has issued an advisory after receiving representations from Haj pilgrims and other stakeholders seeking additional time to complete codal formalities. In its statement, the Ministry announced that a one-time final extension has been granted until the 25th of this mon...

J&K Police Attach Property of Pakistan-Based Terror Handler in Poonch

January 16, 2026 8:05 AM

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J&K Police Attach Property of Pakistan-Based Terror Handler in Poonch

In Jammu and Kashmir, the Police have attached the immovable property of a Pakistan-based terror handler in Poonch district. The action followed court directions in connection with a case registered at Mandi Police Station.   The attached property consists of 10 kanal and 14 marlas of land in Mandi ...

Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates 3rd International Kite Festival in New Delhi

January 16, 2026 1:05 PM

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Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates 3rd International Kite Festival in New Delhi

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has said that Makar Sankranti is a festival of farmers and they in a way, begin their New Year on this day. Addressing 3rd International Kite Festival- 2026 in New Delhi today, Mr Shah said, Poet Kalidasa used a very beautiful phrase for India, 'utsav-priya janah,' mean...

Mitchell Starc Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025

January 16, 2026 7:57 AM

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Mitchell Starc Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Australia’s Mitchell Starc as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2025, Starc was awarded the title after leading Australia’s pace attack during their stellar Ashes series victory at home. This was the first time that Starc has received th...

ECI extends schedule for SIR of electoral rolls in five states, UTs till Jan 19

January 16, 2026 7:39 AM

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ECI extends schedule for SIR of electoral rolls in five states, UTs till Jan 19

The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the schedule for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Goa, Lakshadweep, Rajasthan, Puducherry and West Bengal up to 19th of January. With this, electors can file claims and objections till 19th of this month. In a lett...

Indian Coast Guard intercepts Pakistani boat inside Indian waters in Arabian Sea

January 16, 2026 7:39 AM

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Indian Coast Guard intercepts Pakistani boat inside Indian waters in Arabian Sea

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has intercepted a Pakistani fishing boat with 9 crew inside Indian waters near the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) in the Arabian Sea. According to the Indian Coast Guard, the Pakistani boat named AL-MADINA, was sighted by an ICG ship on Wednesday. On being c...

IMD predicts fresh spell of rain, snowfall across J&K

January 16, 2026 7:25 AM

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IMD predicts fresh spell of rain, snowfall across J&K

The Meteorological Department has forecast a fresh spell of rain and snowfall across Jammu and Kashmir beginning today, with moderate to heavy precipitation expected in parts of the Chenab Valley, Udhampur, Reasi and south Kashmir during January 23 and 24. The Union Territory is likely to witness ge...

LG Manoj Sinha to Preside Over J&K Republic Day Function on January 26

January 16, 2026 7:19 AM

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LG Manoj Sinha to Preside Over J&K Republic Day Function on January 26

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha will preside over and take salute at the main Republic Day function at Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu on 26th of January. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah will be the chief guest on the occasion.   The five cabinet ministers will preside over and take the...