News Update : Maha civic polls: CM Fadnavis credits Hindutva for big win; BJP set to name 25 mayors - TOI NEWS DESK

The BJP-led Mahayuti has achieved a significant victory in Maharashtra's municipal elections. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis credited the win to the party's development agenda. The alliance secured a majority in numerous municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. This outcome reflects public trust in Prime Minister Modi's leadership and the alliance's focus on governance and infrastructure projects. The BJP-led Mahayuti has achieved a significant victory in Maharashtra's municipal elections. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis credited the win to the party's development agenda. The alliance secured a majority in numerous municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation. This outcome reflects public trust in Prime Minister Modi's leadership and the alliance's focus on governance and infrastructure projects. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/cant-differentiate-hindutva-from-development-cm-fadnavis-after-mahayutis-civic-poll-sweep-bjp-set-to-form-25-mayors/articleshow/126569873.cms Date: 2026-01-16T13:35:16.000Z

News Update : Iran unrest: India preparing to evacuate nationals; first flight likely tomorrow - TOI NEWS DESK

Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/iran-unrest-mea-prepares-evacuation-of-indians-first-flight-from-tehran-to-delhi-tomorrow-says-sources/articleshow/126545630.cms Date: 2026-01-15T13:06:24.000Z

News Update : 'Vital for Golden Dome': Trump's new reason for Greenland grab; pushes Nato for compromise - TOI WORLD DESK

US President Trump advocated for the acquisition of Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance for national security and promoting a new 'Golden Dome' defense initiative. He argued that Nato's involvement is crucial, warning that without US influence, nations like Russia or China could extend their reach. US President Trump advocated for the acquisition of Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance for national security and promoting a new 'Golden Dome' defense initiative. He argued that Nato's involvement is crucial, warning that without US influence, nations like Russia or China could extend their reach. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/nato-should-be-leading-the-way-donald-trump-renews-push-to-acquire-greenland-citing-security-concerns-links-takeover-to-golden-dome-defence/articleshow/126526475.cms Date: 2026-01-14T12:10:36.000Z

News Update : US sanctions on Iran to have minimal impact on India, say govt sources - here’s why - TOI BUSINESS DESK

India anticipates minimal impact from US tariffs on Iran trade, with government sources highlighting limited exposure. Exporters confirm compliance with US norms for humanitarian trade, primarily food and pharmaceuticals, suggesting no adverse effects. However, currency depreciation poses a greater concern for Indian businesses. India anticipates minimal impact from US tariffs on Iran trade, with government sources highlighting limited exposure. Exporters confirm compliance with US norms for humanitarian trade, primarily food and pharmaceuticals, suggesting no adverse effects. However, currency depreciation poses a greater concern for Indian businesses. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/us-sanctions-iran-additional-25-tariffs-to-have-minimal-impact-on-india-say-government-sources-heres-why/articleshow/126506774.cms Date: 2026-01-13T14:20:59.000Z

News Update : Project-75I: How India’s Rs 72,000 cr submarine upgrade reshapes the Pakistan, China equation - AYUSH PANDEY

India's Project-75I, acquiring six advanced German Type-214NG submarines, is gaining urgency amid regional tensions and China's growing undersea presence. This crucial naval procurement emphasises indigenous construction, technology transfer, and bolstering India's deterrence capabilities in the Indian Ocean. India's Project-75I, acquiring six advanced German Type-214NG submarines, is gaining urgency amid regional tensions and China's growing undersea presence. This crucial naval procurement emphasises indigenous construction, technology transfer, and bolstering India's deterrence capabilities in the Indian Ocean. Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/project-75i-how-indias-8-billion-submarine-upgrade-reshapes-the-pakistan-china-equation/articleshow/126480351.cms Date: 2026-01-12T11:13:00.000Z