January 23, 2026

Chhattisgarh Steel Plant Kiln Sealed After Explosion Kills Six Workers

Six workers died in a kiln explosion at Real Ispat and Power Ltd in Chhattisgarh. Authorities sealed the kiln after finding serious safety violations. Injured workers are being treated, and compensation announced.

January 23, 2026

Supreme Court Allows Jharkhand Lawyer's Unconditional Apology Over Viral Contempt Case

The Supreme Court granted Jharkhand lawyer Mahesh Tiwari liberty to offer an unconditional apology for contempt after he told a judge, “Don’t cross the limit.” The top court urged the High Court to consider his apology sympathetically.

January 23, 2026

61 Arrested in Three States for Wildlife Crimes with Pangolin Scales and Snake Venom Seized

A joint operation by forest officers across Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh led to 61 arrests related to wildlife crimes. Authorities seized pangolin scales, snake venom, animal skins, and firearms during the crackdown.

January 23, 2026

Bombay High Court Grants Bail to Activists in Elgar Parishad Maoist Case

Bombay High Court granted bail to activists Sagar Gorkhe and Ramesh Gaichor in the Elgar Parishad Maoist links case on parity grounds. They were arrested in 2020 and are accused of being part of the banned CPI (Maoist).

January 23, 2026

10 Soldiers Killed in Army Vehicle Accident in Jammu and Kashmir; Tributes Paid

Ten brave soldiers died after an Army vehicle fell into a deep gorge on Bhaderwah-Chamba road in Jammu and Kashmir. A wreath ceremony was held to honor them, led by Lt Gen P.K. Mishra and attended by top officials. The soldiers' bodies were sent to their hometowns for last rites.