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Breaking News Live Updates, January 01, 2026: Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the "very poor” category on the first day of the year. The Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi recorded an AQI of 382 early in the morning as , as cold and foggy conditions continued to grip Delhi and nearby areas. As per The India Meteorological Department the national capital may witness a generally cloudy sky on Thursday, with a possibility of light in some areas.
Mamdani sworn in as New York mayor
Zohran Mamdani was sworn-in as mayor of New York City just on Thursday, taking the oath of office in Manhattan. He was sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America's biggest city, placing his hand on a Quran as he took his oath.
PM Modi extends greetings on new year
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended new year greetings.
President extends new year greetings
President Murmu extends new year greetings.
Mumbai wakes up to rains
The New Year 2026 began on a rainy note for Mumbaikars as several parts of the country’s financial capital witnessed heavy showers on Thursday morning. Instead of welcoming the year with the first rays of sunshine, parts of Mumbai, especially the island city, were greeted by rains.
Wanted Naxalite killed in encounter
A Naxalite carrying a reward of Rs 50,000 on his head was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Bihar's Begusarai district on Wednesday, police said. The deceased has been identified as Dayanand Malakar, secretary of the north-Bihar Central Zonal Committee of the outlawed CPI-Maoist. Two of his associates were arrested, they said.
US imposes sanctions on 4 Venezuelan oil firms
The US has imposed sanctions on four firms operating in Venezuela's oil sector and designated four additional oil tankers, which the U.S. accuses of being part of a shadow fleet serving Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's government, as blocked property.
Northeast students hold candlelight march in Dehradun
Students from the northeast held a candlelight march in Dehradun on Wednesday to protest against the murder of 24-year-old Anjel Chakma from Tripura and demanded justice for him, raising slogans against alleged racial discrimination.
Delhi' AQI at very poor category
Delhi's AQI remained at very poor category on Thursday at 382 early in the morning. As per weather department some parts of Delhi may experience light rain today.