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Stay tuned for the latest updates as we bring you breaking news from across India. Today's headlines include: A cold wave sweeps through the national capital with temperatures continuing to drop; Delhi Assembly Elections announced, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle between AAP, BJP, and Congress; and the Surajkund International Crafts Mela scheduled to be held from February 7-23.
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Stay tuned for the latest updates as we bring you breaking news from across India. Today's headlines include: A cold wave sweeps through the national capital with temperatures continuing to drop; Delhi Assembly Elections announced, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle between AAP, BJP, and Congress; and the Surajkund International Crafts Mela scheduled to be held from February 7-23.
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17:32 IST, January 8th 2025
PM Modi, Andhra CM Naidu undertake roadshow in Vizag
Amid cheers from the public, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accompanied by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and his deputy Pawan Kalyan, undertook a brief roadshow here on Wednesday.
People gathered in large numbers, showered flowers on the leaders as they traveled atop an open vehicle, waving back.
17:31 IST, January 8th 2025
IMD issues yellow warning for cold wave, dense fog in five Himachal districts
The Shimla meteorological station on Wednesday issued a yellow warning for a cold wave, ground frost and dense fog at isolated places in five of the 12 districts in Himachal Pradesh including Una, Bilaspur, Hamirpur, Kangra and Mandi.
The department also issued a yellow warning for these districts for Thursday with dense fog expected on Friday.
17:30 IST, January 8th 2025
President Murmu on two-day visit to Meghalaya, Odisha from Thursday
President Droupadi Murmu will be on a two-day visit to Meghalaya and Odisha from Thursday to attend different events, according to an official statement.
On the first day, she will attend the golden jubilee celebration of the ICAR Research Complex for the North-Eastern Hill Region at Umiam in Meghalaya, it said.
17:29 IST, January 8th 2025
Bihar govt initiates process for construction of 3 five-star hotels in Patna
The Bihar government has initiated the process for the construction of three new five-star hotels in Patna to cater to the growing number of tourists and to boost the industrial environment of the state, an official statement said on Wednesday.
The Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation (BSTDC) published e-tenders for the selection of developers to construct five-star hotels on the premises of Hotel Patliputra Ashok, Bankipore Bus Stand, and Sultan Palace under the public-private partnership (PPP) model, it said.
15:34 IST, January 8th 2025
Mamata Banerjee backs AAP in Delhi polls
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led TMC government has backed AAP ahead of the Delhi Assembly election 2025.
14:55 IST, January 8th 2025
Delhi Police Gears Up for Smooth Delhi Assembly Polls
Delhi Police are on their toes to ensure the smooth conduct of the upcoming Assembly election in the national capital, with voting scheduled for February 5. The police have taken various security measures for this purpose.
14:56 IST, January 8th 2025
Delhi Assembly Elections Announced; AAP, BJP, Congress Battle
The election contest in Delhi gathered momentum on Tuesday with the Election Commission announcing that the national capital will go to the polls on February 5 and results will be announced on February 8.
14:55 IST, January 8th 2025
Assam Mining Accident: 1 Dead, 8 Trapped as Rescue Resumes
One dead body has been recovered from the collapsed coal mine at 3 Kilo, Umrangso, where nine miners were trapped on January 6.
08:30 IST, January 8th 2025
'All Preparations Made': UP Minister Nand Gopal Gupta on MahaKumbh
Days before the commencement of the Mahakumbh festival, Uttar Pradesh Minister Nand Gopal Gupta assured that all necessary preparations have been completed for the grand event.
09:34 IST, January 8th 2025
Dense Fog Engulfs Delhi; Min Temp Drops to 8°C
Delhi woke up to a blanket of dense fog on Wednesday, as a cold wave swept across the city, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures along with chilly winds, resulting in reduced visibility.
12:56 IST, January 8th 2025
Delhi Gears Up for Assembly Polls, Model Code of Conduct in Effect
Delhi Assembly elections are set to take place on February 5, with the Model Code of Conduct now in effect. As part of the preparations, posters and hoardings are being removed across the city on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday, the Election Commission of India (ECI) announced the dates for polls to the Delhi Legislative Assembly.
12:56 IST, January 8th 2025
First JPC Meeting on One Nation One Election to be Held Today in Delhi
The first meeting of the JPC on One Nation One Election will be held today in Delhi.
One of its members, BJP MP Sanjay Jaiswal says, "The cabinet of this country has passed this (One Nation One Election Bill).
11:40 IST, January 8th 2025
AIADMK MLAs Wear Black Shirts Amid Sexual Assault Controversy
AIADMK MLAs on Wednesday were seen wearing black shirts for the third day of the Tamil Nadu Assembly session. AIADMK is likely to raise the issue of the alleged Anna University sexual assault case.
10:07 IST, January 8th 2025
Health Minister Ansari Urges Vigilance Against HMPV Virus
Health Minister Dr. Irfan Ansari has instructed the Health Department to remain vigilant in preventing the spread of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) across the state. According to an official release, Dr. Ansari has directed all civil surgeons to ensure heightened alertness among physicians and to take proactive measures to combat the infection.
10:08 IST, January 8th 2025
Surajkund International Crafts Mela: Feb 7-23 Dates Announced
The Surajkund International Crafts Mela will be held from February 7 to February 23 at the Surajkund Complex in Faridabad district,
09:34 IST, January 8th 2025
Fire Breaks Out at Showroom in Maharashtra's Jalgaon
A fire broke out at a car showroom in Maharashtra's Jalgaon, officials said. The incident took place in the Kusumba area on Wednesday morning.
Fire tenders have been deployed to bring the flames under control.
08:32 IST, January 8th 2025
Namhail Nangmo Sets Record for Fastest Goal in Ice Hockey League
Namhail Nangmo created history today by scoring the fastest goal ever recorded in the Ice Hockey League, setting a new benchmark in the sport. Day 3 of Ice Hockey League Season 2 saw Maryul Spamo begin their campaign with a dominant 4-0 victory over Shakar Chiktan Queens.
07:58 IST, January 8th 2025
Parade Rehearsal for 76th Republic Day Underway at Kartavya Path
Parade rehearsal of defence personnel for the 76th Republic Day is underway at Kartavya Path in Delhi
07:56 IST, January 8th 2025
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Visits Dr Ambedkar Museum in London
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla visited the Dr Ambedkar Museum in London on Tuesday and called it a "profound tribute" to the life and legacy of the architect of the Indian constitution.
07:03 IST, January 8th 2025
Cold Wave Hits Delhi, Temperatures Continue to Dip
Cold wave grips the national capital as the temperature continues to dip in the city
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Updated 17:32 IST, January 8th 2025