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Tata Punch Facelift earns 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating: Full crash test scores explained

Tata Motors recently launched the Tata Punch facelift in India. Within days of its launch, Bharat NCAP—the agency responsible for assessing the safety of new cars—has released its crash test report for the updated model. The Tata Punch facelift has achieved an impressive 5-star safety rating under the Bharat NCAP programme. Here’s a detailed look at its crash test scores and safety performance.

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Maharashtra Govt opposes Abu Salem’s parole, cites flight risk and diplomatic fallout with Portugal

The Maharashtra government has told the Bombay High Court that allowing gangster Abu Salem to go on parole could have serious consequences, including the risk of him fleeing the country and damaging diplomatic relations between India and Portugal. In an affidavit submitted to the court on Tuesday, the state opposed Salem’s request for 14 days of parole following the death of his elder brother. The government said that if any relief is to be granted, it should be limited to a maximum of two days as emergency parole.

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Giant swing collapses in Madhya Pradesh’s Jhabua, schoolchildren injured | Video

A giant swing collapsed at a fair in Jhabua town of Madhya Pradesh. Fourteen students from a local government school were injured in the accident, officials said. The incident took place at the “Maharaj No Melo” fair, set up near the Government School of Excellence. District Collector Neha Meena said the accident involved a “Dragon Swing” that suddenly snapped while it was in operation. 

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CBSE 10th, 12th admit card release date 2026: When will CBSE Class 10, 12 hall ticket be out? Direct link

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will release the admit card for the Class 10, 12 exams 2026 soon. The CBSE 10th, 12th hall ticket is likely to be released in the first week of February for the exam to commence on February 17. Last year, CBSE 10th and 12th hall ticket was released on February 3 for the exam began on February 15. 

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GRAP 4 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCR following improvement in air quality

GRAP 4 restrictions revoked in Delhi-NCR following improvement in air quality. 

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Wooden jhula, pashmina shawl: What PM Modi gifted to UAE President during his 2-hour India visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday gifted a royal wooden carved swing (jhula) and a pashmina shawl to United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who is in New Delhi for a roughly two-hour visit to India. Nahyan was received by PM Modi upon his arrival at the Delhi airport. Following his arrival, he went to 7, Lok Kalyan Marg (LKM), the official residence of PM Modi, where the two leaders held widespread discussions.

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Buzz mounts on Karnataka CM change after Shivakumar’s Delhi meetings, says ‘time will answer’

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said that the recent leadership discussions between him and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah have been addressed and that “time will answer everything.” Speaking after returning from New Delhi, Shivakumar stated that the matter was discussed in the presence of the Congress high command, and a decision has been reached. 

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Bilateral trade, defence cooperation and terrorism: Key takeaways from UAE President’s India Visit

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Monday visited India for a nearly three-hour official trip on PM Modi’s invitation. The discussions between the two leaders focused on enhancing bilateral trade, cultural ties and regional cooperation.

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France 15, Sweden 3 and UK 1: European nations deploy troops in Greenland amid Trump’s threat

Tensions have been soaring between the European Union (EU) and the United States (US) over President Donald Trump’s demand of purchasing out Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. The EU has vehemently opposed the US president’s demand, who has imposed 10 per cent tariffs on several European nations, including the United Kingdom (UK), France, Germany, the Netherlands and more. Trump has said he further imposed 25 per cent tariffs if his demand is not met.

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Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: THIS actor suggested Munmun Dutta for Babita ji

Munmun Dutta, who became a household name as Babita ji in Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, spoke about how she landed the role. She also spoke about her chemistry with Dilip Joshi, who plays Jethalal on the show.

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