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"Every mafia in the state has ties to the Samajwadi Party": UP CM Yogi on cough syrup smuggling case

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 2:19:02 PM IST

UP CM Yogi Adityanath said that strict action has been taken in the illegal cough syrup smuggling case. NDPS, STF and FSDA, along with the UP government and police, are on the case. He lashed out at Samajwadi Party National President Akhilesh Yadav on the ... read..

Chennai Mayor Priya updates on road repairs; BJP walkout over sanitation workers' wage allegations

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2025 2:18:59 PM IST

A meeting of the Greater Chennai Corporation council, chaired by Chennai Mayor R. Priya was held on Friday. During the meeting, DMK councillor Semozli raised concerns about broken roads following the monsoon rains and sought updates on restoration work. ... read..

'He has to prove allegations, time will answer': Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar hits back at BJP's Vijayendra remarks

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 19, 2025 2:18:57 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday responded to BJP leader Vijayendra's accusation, calling him the "father of corruption," saying the claims need proof and that time will answer the questions raised. ... read..

During sixth session of 18th Lok Sabha, productivity was 111 percent: LS Speaker Om Birla

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 2:18:56 PM IST

The Sixth Session of the Eighteenth Lok Sabha, which commenced on December 1, concluded today, marking a productive fortnight in Parliament. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla informed that the House held 15 sittings, totalling 92 hours and 25 minutes, achieving ... read..

Bills passed in Winter Session will make India 'Viksit Bharat', says Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 2:18:51 PM IST

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Friday emphasised that the bills passed in the Winter Session of Parliament will play a major role in taking India towards the dream of "Viksit Bharat." He further stated that the discussions on "Vande ... read..

"No agreement of two and half year," Siddaramaiah rejects power sharing theory says "will stay CM"

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 19, 2025 1:48:56 PM IST

On the last day of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly session in Belagavi, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah firmly rejected claims of a "two-and-a-half-year" power-sharing agreement, asserting that he remains the Chief Minister. ... read..

Congress MLA Aftab Ahmed questions Haryana govt over crop damage compensation during assembly session

Chandigarh | December 19, 2025 1:48:54 PM IST

Congress MLA Aftab Ahmed, during the ongoing Winter Session of the Assembly, raised a question to the Haryana government over compensation provided for crop damage suffered by farmers in the state. ... read..

"They will remove Mahatma Gandhi's picture from currency notes...": SP MP Awadhesh Prasad

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:48:35 PM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Awadhesh Prasad on Friday slammed the central government, stating that the bill was passed only because they had a majority in the House. He further claimed that sooner or later, the government will remove Mahatma Gandhi's photograph fr ... read..

Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla meets party leaders on conclusion of Winter Session of Parliament 2025

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:18:58 PM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday met with Leaders of political parties and Members of Parliament in his chamber at Parliament House on the conclusion of the Winter Session of Parliament 2025. ... read..

"They don't speak to any members of the opposition...": SP MP Jaya Bachchan slams Govt

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:18:56 PM IST

Samajwadi Party MP and veteran actor Jaya Bachchan on Friday slammed the government during a protest at the Parliament, and alleged that the government does not consult the opposition before forming a decision. ... read..

Parliament Winter Session concludes productively; Rajya Sabha at 121%, Lok Sabha 111%

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:18:55 PM IST

The 269th Session of the Rajya Sabha concluded on Friday with the Chairman and Vice-President of India extending his valedictory remarks, highlighting the productivity and constructive debates during the winter session, RS Chairman CP Radhakrishnan said. ... read..

J-K: Udhampur Health Department announces Pulse Polio Immunisation drive from December 21 to 23

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 19, 2025 1:18:46 PM IST

The Udhampur health department announced on Thursday that a Pulse Polio Immunisation drive will be conducted from December 21 to 23. ... read..

Mumbai: Local Air Quality hits 'moderate' level as temperatures peak at 33C

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 19, 2025 1:18:42 PM IST

Mumbai Residents experienced 'Moderate' air quality today, with the local AQI reaching 160, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). Meteorological data from the IMD indicate a seasonal pattern, with temperatures expected to fluctuate betw ... read..

Delhi HC allows plea of TMC MP Mahua Moitra, sets aside Lokpal's order

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:49:08 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Friday allowed Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra's challenge to the Lokpal sanction in the Cash-for-Query Case. The High Court set aside the order passed by the Lokpal. ... read..

Winter Session 2025 of Parliament concludes, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:49:06 PM IST

Amid Opposition protests over the passage of the VB-G Ram G Bill, Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday by Speaker Om Birla after Vande Mataram was played in the House. ... read..

Arvind Kejriwal urges new era of progress to mark Goa Liberation Day

General News | December 19, 2025 12:49:03 PM IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], December 19 (ANI) Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal on Friday addressed the people of Goa, emphasising better roadways and a corruption-free Goa. ... read..

'What is the meaning of democracy?': RSP MP NK Premachandran slams VB-G RAM G bill passage

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:48:59 PM IST

Revolutionary Socialist Party MP NK Premachandran on Friday questioned the meaning of democracy after the central government passed the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, without minimum democratic procedures, all ... read..

"Relevance of Parliament gradually declining:" Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Parliament winter session

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:48:51 PM IST

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal, in a press conference on Friday, alleged that Parliament is gradually losing its relevance and emphasised that this development is extremely dangerous for democracy, as real issues are not being discussed. ... read..

NIFT reduces application fee for entrance test for batch of 2026-27 across various categories

General News | December 19, 2025 12:48:44 PM IST

In a recent announcement, the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) reduced the application fees for the 2026-27 batch for various categories. ... read..

"VBSA is collaborative, not a top-down system": ex-UGC chief M Jagadesh dismisses centralisation claims

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:19:22 PM IST

Former University Grants Commission (UGC) Chairperson M. Jagadesh has rejected allegations that the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishtan Bill seeks to centralise power with the Ministry of Education, stating that the proposed legislation is not a top-down mech ... read..

"Delhi pollution been a PR activity for them:" Ashish Sood slams Arvind Kejriwal over Delhi pollution row

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 12:19:19 PM IST

Delhi Home Minister Ashish Sood on Friday slammed former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over the city's pollution crisis, alleging in a press conference that the Aam Aadmi Party has treated Delhi's pollution as a PR activity to consolidate its political f ... read..

RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat to address Prabuddha Nagarik Sammelan in Siliguri

Siliguri (West Bengal) | December 19, 2025 12:19:15 PM IST

On the occasion of the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a Prabuddha Nagarik Sammelan (Conference of Enlightened Citizens) was held on Friday from 10 am at the Uttar Banga Marwari Bhavan, Siliguri. ... read..

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey slams Opposition MPs over House conduct, calls it "shameful"

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:27 AM IST

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey on Friday strongly criticised Congress, DMK and TMC MPs over their conduct in Parliament, calling it "shameful" and said a Privilege Notice has been moved against eight MPs for their actions during the proceedings. ... read..

Kerala LoP writes to Meta against removal of parody song 'Pottiye Kettiye' from social media

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 19, 2025 11:49:25 AM IST

Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Kerala Assembly V D Satheesan on Friday wrote to Meta, the parent company of Facebook, opposing police instructions to remove links to the parody song 'Pottiye Kettiye' from social media. ... read..

"Anti-state, Anti-village by design," Rahul Gandhi slams government on VB-G RAM G bill

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:23 AM IST

The Opposition continues its vocal protest over the passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill in Parliament. ... read..

Class 11th Jammu and Kashmir student launches new education app called "Lagnever"

Rajouri (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 19, 2025 11:49:21 AM IST

Imran Choudhary, 11th-class student from the border area of Doongi, has developed a new educational app called Lagnever- Revolution for Learning Education. He designed the app to solve the challenges he faced while studying. The app provides AI-powered no ... read..

VB-G RAM G Bill is a conspiracy to end MGNREGA, says SP MP Ram Gopal Yadav

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:18 AM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Friday slammed the central government over the passing of Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, also known as the VB-G RAM G Bill, calling it a "conspiracy" to end "MGNREGA." ... read..

"VB-G RAM G bill very harmful, original MGNREGA backbone of rural economy": Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:11 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra sharply criticised the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, asserting that the original MGNREGA scheme, structured with the Centre paying the bulk of funds (often referred to as 90% ... read..

"Those opposing are enemies of labourers": Union Minister Giriraj Singh on TMC protest

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:04 AM IST

Union Minister Giriraj Singh criticised the TMC MPs for their 12-hour sit-in protest in parliament premises over the passing of Viksit Bharat G-RAM-G Bill. He called the protests a political play, not intended to benefit labourers. ... read..

Members of the opposition stage protest against VB G-RAM-G Bill in Parliament

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:49:02 AM IST

Members of the opposition on Friday staged a protest against the passing of Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB--G RAM G) Bill in the Parliament premises. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Rainwater stagnation in Thoothukudi causes severe public distress

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2025 11:49:00 AM IST

The urban areas of Thoothukudi have recieved incessant rainfall in the past few weeks. As a result, a large volume of rainwater has accumulated in vacant house plots, causing hardship for residents. ... read..

Jammu & Kashmir: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha chairs UT Level Security Conference

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 19, 2025 11:18:51 AM IST

JK Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday chaired the UT-level Conference on the lines of the DGPs/IGPs conference in Jammu on Friday. ... read..

Tripura CM Manik Saha inaugurates third Foundation Day of Agartala Government Dental College, highlights healthcare and education initiatives

Agartala (Tripura) | December 19, 2025 5:19:17 PM IST

Chief Minister Manik Saha, while inaugurating the third Foundation Day celebration of Agartala Government Dental College at Muktadhara Auditorium on Thursday, said that the establishment of the state's only government dental college was a historic milesto ... read..

"Happy that Indian words are used": Former UGC chairman on Shiksha Adhishthan Bill

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:46 AM IST

Former UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar supports the use of Indian language words in the new proposed Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, which was introduced in Lok Sabha on December 15, 2025. ... read..

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat slams passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, alleges attack on Gandhi's legacy and rural livelihoods

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:44 AM IST

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Friday strongly criticised the passing of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill 2025 in Parliament, accusing the BJP-led government of "assassinating the name of Gandhi ji." ... read..

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha MP Sanjay Jaiswal serves notice under Rule 223 over breach of privilege by MPs

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:41 AM IST

Sanjay Jaiswal, Member of Lok Sabha submitted a notice under Rule 223 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the House, alleging breach of privilege and contempt by several Members during the proceedings on the "Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for ... read..

Congress to move no-confidence motion against Haryana government

Chandigarh | December 19, 2025 11:18:37 AM IST

The opposition Congress is set to move a no-confidence motion against the ruling BJP government in Haryana during the winter Assembly session on Friday. The discussion will be held during the second sitting of the Assembly. ... read..

"They have destroyed goal of MGNREGA": TMC's Sushmita Dev criticises VB-G RAM G Bill

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 11:18:36 AM IST

TMC MP Sushmita Dev on Friday criticised the central government over the replacement of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, also known as th ... read..

"It's our responsibility to raise voice of the people...": TMC MP Dola Sen on protest against VB G-RAM-G Bill

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:49:01 AM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Dola Sen on Friday said that the party has been holding a 12-hour protest against the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) bill, 2025, also known as the VB-G RAM G bill, since 12 am. ... read..

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha to introduce key bills on final day

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:48:58 AM IST

The 6th Session of the 18th Lok Sabha is scheduled to reconvene at 11 am on Friday. The House was adjourned earlier following disruptions after the passage of the VB-G RAM G Bill, which replaces the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act ( ... read..

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann pays tribute to revolutionary heroes of Kakori Rail Action

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:48:56 AM IST

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday paid tribute to Pandit Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaq Ullah Khan, and Roshan Singh, the heroes who lost their lives during the Kakori Rail Action. ... read..

Air India Express cancels Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight over technical issue

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:48:54 AM IST

Low-cost Indian airline and subsidiary of the Tata Group, Air India Express, cancelled the Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight on Friday due to a technical issue that was identified prior to departure. ... read..

BJP has no respect for Mahatma Gandhi and other freedom fighter, says TMC MP Dola Sen

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:48:51 AM IST

TMC MP Dola Sen on Friday criticised the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that the party was not a part of the freedom struggle and hence does not respect freedom fighters like Mahatma Gandhi. ... read..

"Takes out the heart": Cong MP Shashi Tharoor on renaming MGNREGA

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:19:20 AM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor expressed strong disapproval over the renaming of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), saying the move "takes out the heart of the entire Mahatma Gandhi rural employment program." ... read..

Congress Lok Sabha MPs to meet at CPP office after passage of VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 10:19:13 AM IST

Congress Lok Sabha MPs will hold a meeting at the CPP Office at 10:30 am, following the passing of the VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025 (Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) in both houses of the parliament. ... read..

Tribal-Christian communal clash over burial customs in Kanker, over 20 policemen injured

Kanker (Chhattisgarh) | December 19, 2025 10:19:11 AM IST

A tense situation arose in the Tevda village of Amabeda area on Thursday, December 18, over the last rites of Chamra Ram, the father of the village Sarpanch. The tribal and Christian communities vandalised the properties and clashed with each other. The p ... read..

"Goa Liberation Day reminds us of a defining chapter in our national journey", says PM Modi; Goa CM Sawat hoists National Flag

General News | December 19, 2025 10:19:10 AM IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], December 19 (ANI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took to X to commemorate Goa Liberation Day, calling it a "defining chapter" in India's national journey and paying tribute to the spirit of those who fought against injustice ... read..

"Aiport operations may be impacted": says Civil Aviation Ministry as fog disrupts flights in North India

General News | December 19, 2025 10:19:06 AM IST

Owing to cold weather in Northern India, the Ministry of Civil Aviation announced on Friday that airport operations across the country may be affected. ... read..

Delhi's Yamuna Riverfront becomes Venue as Asita Park now open for Public Bookings

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:48:48 AM IST

Following the success of Baansera, Delhiites now have a new scenic destination for hosting socio-cultural events right in the heart of the city. The Delhi Development Authority (DDA), under the direction of Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena, has opened the ... read..

Shimla: Deputy CM Mukesh Agnihotri renders langar service in memory of his late wife at IGMC

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 9:48:46 AM IST

Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri participated in the 'Guru Ka Langar' service at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Shimla, and rendered voluntary service. He dedicated the service in memory of his late wife, Simmi Agnihotri. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: Nauni Horticulture University Staff Donates one day's salary to CM Relief Fund

Solan (Himachal Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 9:48:45 AM IST

In a humanitarian gesture to support the state, the Vice Chancellor of Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Prof. R.S. Chandel, contributed one day's salary from the University staff to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. ... read..

Uttarakhad CM Dhami invites devotees to visit Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath during Winter Pilgrimage

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 19, 2025 9:48:43 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday invited devotees and tourists to visit the Shri Omkareshwar Temple in Ukhimath, Rudraprayag district during the Winter Pilgrimage. ... read..

BJP MLA Ram Kadam gets haircut after 4 years to celebrate resolution of water issue in Ghatkopar

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 19, 2025 9:48:41 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party MLA Ram Kadam got a haircut on Thursday after keeping his hair uncut for four years, following the resolution of the long-standing water problem in his constituency, Ghatkopar West. ... read..

Gajendra Shekhawat's message to Sonia Gandhi on Nehru papers: "Urge her to return documents to PM Museum"

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:18:55 AM IST

Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat raised questions in Parliament over documents related to former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru that were taken from the Prime Ministers' Museum and Library (PMML) in 2008, urging former Congress President S ... read..

Delhi airport warns of delays under CAT III conditions as dense fog disrupts flight operations

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 9:18:48 AM IST

Dense fog in the early morning hours across Delhi and parts of northern India continued to affect visibility on Friday, disrupting flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. ... read..

Patna schools to operate from 9 am to 4.30 pm from December 19 to 25 amid cold wave; board and pre-board classes to follow usual schedule

Patna (Bihar) | December 19, 2025 9:18:45 AM IST

As a cold wave grips northern India and temperatures drop, the Patna District Magistrate on Friday issued orders mandating that all schools remain open only from 9 am to 4.30 pm. However, the notification added that classes with board and pre-board examin ... read..

Kerala draft electoral roll to be published on December 23, says CEO Rathan U Kelkar

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 19, 2025 9:18:42 AM IST

Kerala Chief Electoral Officer Rathan U. Kelkar announced that Kerala has achieved 100% digitisation of the enumeration forms under the SIR process, and mentioned that the draft of the state electoral roll will be published on December 23. ... read..

Dellhi air quality remains 'very poor' at 387, thick smog persists in the city

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 8:48:44 AM IST

The national capital, Delhi, woke up to poor air quality on Friday morning, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at 387 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). ... read..

"Publicly apologise": SP MP Iqra Hasan criticises Nitish Kumar over hijab incident

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 8:48:42 AM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Iqra Hasan strongly criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over a viral incident involving a woman's hijab, calling the act "humiliating" and demanding a public apology from the Chief Minister. ... read..

'Hijab, burqa are crowns on women's heads': AIMIM's Waris Pathan slams Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over recent hijab row

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 19, 2025 8:48:41 AM IST

All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) national spokesperson Waris Pathan, describing the hijab and burqa as a symbol of women's honour, dignity and respect and "the crown on their heads," strongly criticised Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar over ... read..

Girls from 26 African countries join Space Kidz India's ShaktiSAT mission

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2025 8:48:39 AM IST

Dr Srimathy Kesan, Founder & CEO, Space Kidz India, said that the ShaktiSAT Mission, the world's first all-girls lunar satellite initiative led by Space Kidz India, brought young girls from 26 African countries together, highlighting the similar chall ... read..

UP: Senior Deputy Election Commissioner reviews SIR campaign in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 8:18:35 AM IST

Manish Garg, Senior Deputy Election Commissioner, GOI, inspected the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in Prayagraj city of Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Impossible to change BMIC project in view of SC order: Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 19, 2025 7:18:52 AM IST

Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said that the government can't make any changes to the Bengaluru Mysuru Infrastructure Corridor (BMIC) in view of the Supreme Court ruling, while replying to a legislator's question. ... read..

District-level programmes to be held across 5 districts under VGRC Kutch-Saurashtra Region

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 19, 2025 6:49:01 AM IST

Under the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (VGRC) Kutch-Saurashtra region, district-level programmes are being organised across various districts of the state to promote industry, investment and employment generation. ... read..

JNU student Najeeb's mother moves Delhi HC against trial court order

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 6:48:57 AM IST

Missing JNU student Najeeb Ahmed's mother, Fatima Nafees, has moved a petition in the Delhi High Court against a trial court order accepting CBI's closure report. The Rouse Avenue court accepted the closure report in June 2025. ... read..

Maharashtra: Massive fire breaks out in Thane, no report of casualties

Thane (Mahrashtra) | December 19, 2025 6:18:46 AM IST

A massive fire broke out at the Blue Roof Club in the Ghodbunder Road area of Thane, on Thursday night at 10:30 pm due to fireworks. ... read..

IndiGo issues travel advisory as fog disrupts flights in Varanasi

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 6:18:44 AM IST

IndiGo issued a travel advisory warning passengers of possible disruptions to flight operations due to low visibility and dense fog conditions over Varanasi. The airline said the adverse weather may continue to impact flight schedules, including delays an ... read..

Gujarat covers over 1 cr families under AB PMJAY-MA Yojana

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 19, 2025 6:18:43 AM IST

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Gujarat is trying to ensure inclusive access to government health schemes, so that no citizen is deprived of essential medical care. ... read..

Tragic end to devotee's protest: Man sets self on fire over Karthigai Deepam dispute in Madurai

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | December 19, 2025 5:18:41 AM IST

A 40-year-old man on Thursday evening died by self-immolation near a police booth in Madurai, allegedly protesting the non-lighting of the Karthigai Deepam atop Thiruparankundram hill despite a Madras High Court order. ... read..

"Unfortunate atmosphere created in house": Union Minister Gajendra Singh on opposition walkout

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 4:48:44 AM IST

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, in reference to the opposition walkout during the debate of the VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, termed it unfortunate. ... read..

Opposition MPs Surjewala, Singhvi slam Centre over VB-G RAM G Bill 2025, warn of protests

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 4:48:41 AM IST

The passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 triggered sharp criticism from opposition parties, who accused the BJP-led government of rushing the legislation and weakening protections for labourers and the rural poor. Several opposition MPs said the Bill undermine ... read..

Opposition, BJP trade sharp words over passing of VB-G RAM G Bill 2025

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 4:18:34 AM IST

The VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 sparked intense debate in Parliament, with the opposition and ruling BJP at odds over its impact on rural labourers and the poor. ... read..

Manipur hit by 2.9-magnitude earthquake

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 4:18:32 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 2.9 struck Ukhrul, Manipur late at night on Friday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

TMC MPs stage a 12-hour dharna against passing of VB-G RAM G Bill

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 3:48:37 AM IST

Members of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) are staging a 12-hour dharna (sit-in protest) against the passing of the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, also known as the VB-G RAM G Bill. ... read..

Haryana govt afraid of Congress, avoids answering questions by curtailing sessions: Congress MLA Jassi Petwar

Chandigarh (Haryana) | December 19, 2025 2:48:59 AM IST

Congress MLA Jassi Petwar on Thursday criticised the Haryana government's short assembly session, alleging it's a deliberate attempt to avoid answering opposition questions. ... read..

"He should be worried that he will be left far behind in 2027": BJP MP Ravi Kishan slams Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 2:18:33 AM IST

BJP MP Ravi Kishan on Thursday slammed Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, who criticised the Election Commission and the ruling party in Uttar Pradesh, alleging vote theft and threatening to remove opposition votes. ... read..

"BJP members opposing hate speech bill without reason": Karnataka CM's legal advisor

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 19, 2025 2:18:30 AM IST

The Karnataka Assembly on Thursday passed a hate speech bill, sparking controversy with the BJP opposition. ... read..

Kharge launches attack in Rajya Sabha over VB-GRAMG Bill, warns of nationwide protests

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 2:18:28 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Thursday delivered a blistering speech in the Upper House, strongly opposing changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Act (MGNREGA). ... read..

Madhya Pradesh to develop country's first state-level tiger corridor

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 1:48:43 AM IST

Madhya Pradesh Public Works Department Minister Rakesh Singh has said that the state is set to develop the country's first state-level, multi-national park Tiger Corridor in collaboration with the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI). ... read..

UP CM Yogi Adityanath attends 54th Annual Conference of Indian Society of Nephrology, says today state among top 3 in country

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 19, 2025 1:48:41 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath attended the 54th Annual Conference of the Indian Society of Nephrology on Thursday. He said that today UP is a revenue-surplus state and among the top three states in the country. ... read..

Parliament passes Viksit Bharat -G RAM G Bill, opposition stages walkout

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:48:39 AM IST

Parliament on Friday passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB--G RAM G) Bill, with Rajya Sabha approving the legislation after it got the nod of the Lok Sabha. ... read..

CM Revanth Reddy dares KCR for debate on Krishna and Godavari waters sharing with Telangana

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 19, 2025 1:48:38 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy dared the BRS President K Chandrashekhar Rao to a debate on the injustice meted out to Telangana in the sharing and utilisation of the Krishna and Godavari waters during the 10-year BRS rule in the state, the Telan ... read..

Jairam Ramesh accuses BJP government of U-turn, says SHANTI Bill provisions contrast its stance on Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act

New Delhi | December 19, 2025 1:48:34 AM IST

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Thursday slammed the BJP-led government over provisions of the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, (SHANTI Bill), saying that the party was going against the stance ... read..

"Case is already being thrown out": DK Shivakumar urges withdrawal of FIR in National Herald case

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 18, 2025 12:49:02 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday slammed the centre over the National Herald case and urged authorities to withdraw the FIR lodged against Congress, adding that the "case was already being thrown out". ... read..

Uttarakhand: SDRF teams resuce injured after car falls in 50-foot-deep pit in Nainital

Nainital (Uttarakhand) | December 18, 2025 12:48:57 PM IST

A car ferrying seven people who were going to the Kianchi Dham met with an accident and fell into a 50-foot-deep pit near Bhowali. According to the Police, three people have died, and the rest are undergoing medical treatment. ... read..

"People trapped in gas chamber, feeling suffocated": Congress MP Pramod Tiwari slams govt over Delhi air pollution

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:48:56 PM IST

Congress MP Pramod Tiwari on Thursday criticised both the central and Delhi governments over rising air pollution, saying the residents of the national capital are "trapped in a gas chamber" and struggling to breathe. ... read..

Himachal: SJPNL issues partial water supply disruption advisory to people amid tourist surge

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 12:48:51 PM IST

Shimla Jal Prabandhan Nigam Limited (SJPNL) issued an advisory to residents on Thursday to use water judiciously. This is due to a partial interruption in the water supply on 20-21 December, caused by the shutdown of the 66 kV Jutogh-Gumma-Sainj-Hulli tra ... read..

Congress Working Committee to meet on December 27 to discuss current political situation

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:48:48 PM IST

The Congress Working Committee (CWC) is scheduled to meet on December 27 with a focus on assessing the current political situation, party sources said. ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Motorists battle near zero visibility in Chengalpattu due to thick fog

Chengalpattu (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 12:48:46 PM IST

Chengalpattu experienced the full brunt of the winter chill and dense fog on Wednesday, which blinded motorists and disrupted regional travel. Motorists were forced to drive slowly with their headlights on. In several areas, drivers faced considerable dif ... read..

"Pollution is not a one-year problem, we are clearing 11 years of backlog": Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:18:51 PM IST

Delhi Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma on Thursday said the current Delhi government (BJP) is tackling pollution and civic issues left behind by the previous Aam Aadmi Party government led by Arvind Kejriwal. He said the issues facing the national capit ... read..

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh defends renaming of MGNREGA to VB G-Ram-G, slams opposition

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 18, 2025 12:18:49 PM IST

BJP leader Dilip Ghosh on Thursday backed the central government's decision to rename the MGNREGA scheme to VB-G Ram G, stating that the renaming of schemes took place as per the requirements and changes made to it. ... read..

"Worst behind us", says IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers as airline restores 2,200 flights

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 12:18:47 PM IST

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers on Thursday told employees that the airline has emerged stronger after a challenging period, saying "the worst is behind us" as operations stabilised and the carrier restored its network to 2,200 flights. ... read..

Indian Army introduces photography training course for youth at GDC Banihal

Ramban (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 18, 2025 12:18:44 PM IST

The Indian Army organised a photography cadre at Government Degree College, Banihal, Ramban on Thursday to promote creative & technical skills among youth. ... read..

Sculptor of Statue of Unity Ram Vanji Sutar passes away at 100; leaders pay tribute

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 12:18:42 PM IST

Eminent sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar, the hands behind the world's tallest statue, the Statue of Unity, passed away at his residence in Noida on Thursday, said Noida Police. ... read..

"According to the Delhi CM, there is no pollution...": Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:49:00 AM IST

Samajwadi Party MP Ram Gopal Yadav on Thursday criticised the Delhi Chief Minister, Rekha Gupta, saying that she doesn't believe there is pollution in the capital city, further underlining that the way to curb the issue of air pollution is to limit one ve ... read..

"Since 2014, everything Modi does revolves around Nehru," Sukhdeo Bhagat on Nehru's papers row

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 11:48:59 AM IST

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Thursday responded to reports that the Central Government has asked Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to return 51 cartons of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru's papers. ... read..

Uttarakhand: Car carrying pilgrims falls into gorge in Nainital, 3 dead

Nainital (Uttarakhand) | December 18, 2025 11:48:54 AM IST

In a tragic incident, a car fell into a gorge in the Kainchi Dham area of Nainital district of Uttarakhand, claiming the lives of three people on the spot. ... read..

T-N: CM Stalin slams BJP over changes to rural jobs scheme, calls it 'deceptive ploy' targeting poor

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 11:48:52 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the BJP-led government over proposed changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGA), describing the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and ... read..

"HC has not given clean chit to Gandhis in National Herald case": Karnataka BJP Chief BY Vijayendra on Congress protest against BJP

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 18, 2025 11:48:50 AM IST

Karnataka BJP President BY Vijayendra on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the Congress for staging a protest over the National Herald case, asserting that the High Court has not given a clean chit to the Gandhi family and accusing the party of attempti ... read..

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