January 7, 2026

Election Commission Removes 6.5 Crore Names in Draft Electoral Rolls Across Nine States and Three UTs

The Election Commission of India has removed 6.5 crore electors from draft electoral rolls in nine States and three UTs during its ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The total electors fell from 50.9 crore to 44.4 crore after the update, reflecting corrections for deaths, migration, and duplicates.

January 7, 2026

CPI(ML) in Prakasam Protests US Attack on Venezuela, Demands Maduro's Release

Communist Party members in Prakasam protested against the US attack on Venezuela. They condemned the capture of President Nicolás Maduro and called it imperialist aggression by the Trump-led US government.

January 7, 2026

Indian Navy Launches First Stitched Sailing Vessel INSV Kaundinya on Maiden Voyage

Indian Navy's stitched sailing vessel INSV Kaundinya, crafted by shipwright Babu Sankaran and team, sails from Porbandar to Oman using traditional methods.

January 7, 2026

District Collector Flags Off Road Safety Rally Stressing Strict Traffic Rule Compliance

District Collector Sumit Kumar launched a rally pushing strict traffic rule enforcement to cut accidents. The campaign, running all January, targets helmet use and drunk driving with tough penalties.

January 7, 2026

Brigitte Bardot Laid to Rest in Saint-Tropez, Funeral Attended by Marine Le Pen

Brigitte Bardot, legendary actress and animal rights activist, died at 91. Her funeral in Saint-Tropez drew family, celebrities, and far-right leader Marine Le Pen. Bardot was praised for her cinema impact and commitment to animal rights.