Latest news today (January 1): Presenting FE’s Breaking News today. We will keep you updated on all major news, views and much more throughout the day.
Monthly maximum temperatures likely to be below normal: IMD
Monthly maximum temperatures for January are likely to be below normal over many parts of Central and Northwest India, the Indian Meteorological Department said on Monday.
Air India to introduce Airbus A350 for domestic flights in New Year bonanza
Air India, in a momentous New Year announcement, revealed that its brand-new Airbus A350, first of its kind in India, will commence commercial service on January 22, 2024.
Amit Shah to chair high-level security review meeting on J-K tomorrow
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to chair a high-level security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir in the national capital on Tuesday which would discuss the law and order situation and issues like security grid and zero terror plan, sources said.
Delhi police book 495 drivers, confiscates 347 licenses in New Year’s Eve blitz
In a late-night operation aimed at ensuring safety on the capital’s streets during New Year’s Eve festivities, the Delhi Traffic Police conducted a comprehensive crackdown on traffic violations, netting hundreds of offenders from midnight till the clock struck twelve.
Tsunami warning issued after strong earthquake in Japan
An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 7.6 hit north-central Japan. The Japan Meteorological Agency has issued a tsunami warning along the western coastal regions of Ishikawa, Niigata and Toyama prefectures.
Aditya-L1 set to reach its destination on Jan 6: ISRO chief
India’s maiden solar mission — Aditya-L1 – launched on September 2, is set for its final manoeuvre to reach its intended destination L1 point on January 6, ISRO Chairman S Somanath told ANI on Monday.
Multiple deaths in a road accident in Jamsehdpur
Six people died in a Jamshedpur road accident when their car lost control and collided with a divider. Of the eight Adityapur residents in the car, five died instantly, one passed away during treatment, and two survivors are in critical condition. Jamshedpur police are conducting further investigation.
ISRO launches X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite, will study X Ray emission from celestial sources
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite on the very first day of the New Year, in continuation of its stellar space odyssey from the previous year.
Traffic diversion enforced in Ayodhya Dham on New Year’s day
In view of the New Year celebrations in Uttar Pradesh’s Ayodhya, district police authorities have implemented a traffic diversion plan to ensure the smooth and safe movement of vehicles in the ‘Ayodhya Dham’ area.
Fire breaks out at multi-storey building in Dwarka Mor, none hurt
A massive fire broke out at a triple-storey building in Delhi’s Dwarka Mor area on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday, officials said.
Drugs worth Rs 50 lakh seized in Mumbai on New Year’s eve; 1 held Mumbai
Mumbai Anti-Narcotics Cell (ANC) arrested a man along with 250 grams of Mephedrone (MD) drugs in the Mahim area on New Year’s Eve, officials said. The estimated value of seized drugs is Rs 50 lakh, they said.
David Warner announces retirement from ODI cricket, leaves door open for Champions Trophy 2025 return
Australian opener David Warner announced his retirement from ODI cricket on Monday, just a couple of days ahead of his farewell Test match against Pakistan at his home arena of Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) which will start from Wednesday.