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A new western disturbance is expected to trigger an active weather spell across parts of north, northwest and central India from 26 January, the IMD has said. Forecasts indicate heavy snowfall/rain at isolated places in the western Himalayan region, thunderstorms with hail and gusty winds in pockets, and persistent fog in some northern plains through 26 January.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi for a four-day visit ahead of the India–EU summit scheduled for January 27, where leaders are expected to discuss major initiatives spanning trade talks, a strategic defence partnership and mobility for Indian professionals.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said 15 people described as illegal Bangladeshi immigrants were escorted back across the border by security forces, reiterating the state’s hard line against infiltration.
A 25-year-old Hindu man in Bangladesh died in a fire while sleeping inside a closed shop/garage in Narsingdi. Police said CCTV footage shows suspicious movement near the site, and investigators are examining whether the blaze was accidental or deliberately set.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi for a four-day visit focused on advancing India–EU engagement, with plans for summit-level talks on January 27. The agenda includes movement on a long-pending free trade agreement, a strategic defence partnership and a mobility framework aimed at easing pathways for Indian professionals.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has arrived in New Delhi for a four-day visit as India and the EU prepare for a January 27 summit expected to focus on a free trade agreement, defence partnership efforts and a mobility framework for Indian professionals.
A report on Delhi’s winter pollution says the capital’s PM2.5 exposure over weeks can equate to smoking multiple cigarettes daily, based on conversions using a research formula. The analysis argues that despite years of emergency-style measures, the city’s toxic season has not meaningfully improved and continues to hit low-income residents and outdoor workers the hardest.
Senior US envoys met Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to push for progress into the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Talks include the Rafah crossing, monitoring mechanisms, and questions around hostages and Israeli troop deployments.