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Body bags arrive at Mathura postmortem facility after Delhi-Agra Expressway accident

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 12:19:12 PM IST

Bodies of those killed in a major accident on the Delhi-Agra Expressway were brought in body bags to the postmortem facitility in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura on Tuesday, as authorities continued efforts to ascertain the exact death toll and identify the decea ... read..

"INDIA Alliance has nothing to do with it ": J-K CM Omar Abdullah steers clear off Congress's 'Vote Chori' campaign

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 16, 2025 12:19:11 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday distanced the INDIA alliance from the Congress party's campaign on alleged 'vote chori', stating that the bloc has nothing to do with the issue raised by the grand old party. ... read..

Vijay Diwas: Rahul and Priyanka Gandhi show respect to 1971 war soldiers

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 12:19:09 PM IST

On the occasion of Vijay Diwas, LoP Rahul Gandhi and MP Priyanka Gandhi paid their respects to the courage and valour of our armed forces in the 1971 war. They recalled how the soldiers forced the other side to surrender, marking a moment in history. ... read..

"Why are BJP and its affiliates panicking?": Priyank Kharge questions BJP's opposition to Hate Speech Bill

Belagavi (Karnataka) | December 16, 2025 12:19:05 PM IST

Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge on Tuesday questioned the Bharatiya Janata Party's opposition to the Hate Speech Bill being introduced in the state Assembly. ... read..

Several Congress leaders move adjournment motion in Parliament to discuss Delhi-NCR 'severe' pollution

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 11:48:49 AM IST

Several Congress leaders on Tuesday submitted Adjournment Motion notice in the Parliament seeking urgent discussion on the 'severe' air pollution affecting Delhi-NCR. ... read..

Sessions Court sets aside order on FIR copy to Gandhis in National herald-EOW matter

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 11:48:40 AM IST

A Delhi sessions court today ordered that Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi and other accused named in a fresh FIR in the National Herald case are not entitled to a copy of the FIR, registered by the Economic Wing Offences (EOW) Delhi Police tho ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh along with Tri-Service-Chiefs, CDS pays tribute to 1971 War heroes at National War Memorial

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 11:18:44 AM IST

A wreath-lying ceremony was held at the National War Memorial in New Delhi on Tuesday to commemorate the 54th Vijay Diwas, marking the decisive victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War. ... read..

10 arrested for digital fraud and extortion, over Rs. 50 crore uncovered

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 11:18:42 AM IST

The southeast district of Delhi Police has busted 10 fraudsters in the case of an International digital fraud and extortion. The accused are detained from several states. ... read..

"SIR exercise progressing transparently, electoral roll to strengthen Constitution:" BJP's leader Shahshank Mani

General News | December 16, 2025 11:18:37 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Shahshank Mani on Tuesday said that the process of Special Intensive Revision (SIR) is progressing steadily and is being presented to the citizens of India in a transparent manner. ... read..

Vijay Diwas: President Droupadi Murmu salutes courage and sacrifice of 1971 War heroes

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 10:48:55 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday paid tributes to the heroes of the 1971 India-Pakistan War on the occasion of the 54th Vijay Diwas, remembering their courage, sacrifice and unwavering devotion to the nation. The 1971 war marked a decisive victory for ... read..

"Power-Hungry politics brought shame": BJP's Dilip Ghosh slams TMC over Messi event chaos

West Medinipur (West Bengal) | December 16, 2025 10:48:50 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dilip Ghosh on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) following chaos during football star Lionel Messi's event at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. ... read..

Priyanka Gandhi to oppose Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill to rename MNEREGA at 12 noon in LS

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 10:48:45 AM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Tuesday will intervene and oppose the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin): VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, replacing the two-decade-old Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Bill (MGN ... read..

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute to 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal, calls his sacrifice 'timeless inspiration'

General News | December 16, 2025 10:48:40 AM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday paid homage to 2nd Lt Arun Khetarpal, Param Vir Chakra (Posthumous), on his 'Balidan Diwas', commemorating his supreme sacrifice and exemplary courage during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. ... read..

Deportation process of Birch-Goa owners the Luthra brothers complete, leave Bangkok for Delhi

General News | December 16, 2025 10:19:04 AM IST

The deportation process of the Luthra brothers, Gaurav and Saurabh owners of the 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub in Arpora, Goa, where 25 people were killed in a devastating fire on December 6, has been completed by Thai authorities and they have now boar ... read..

Telangana: Wreath-laying ceremony held at Army Parade Ground in Secunderabad on 54th Vijay Diwas

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 16, 2025 10:19:01 AM IST

On the occasion of the 54th Vijay Diwas, a wreath-laying ceremony was held on Tuesday at the Veerula Sainik Smarak located at the Army Parade Ground on SP Road in Secunderabad, to commemorate the decisive victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 Ind ... read..

Parliament Session: Lok Sabha to take up committee reports, papers, Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill today

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 10:18:56 AM IST

The Lok Sabha is set for a packed legislative and procedural agenda on Tuesday, with the House scheduled to take up questions, laying of official papers, presentation of multiple Parliamentary Committee reports, ministerial statements on implementation of ... read..

Parliament Session: FM Sitharaman to move Amendment of Insurance Laws Bill, 2025 in LS today

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 9:48:53 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday will move for leave to introduce The Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025 in Lok Sabha, a proposed legislation aimed at further amending major insurance-related laws to stren ... read..

IndiGo issues travel advisory amid fog-related flight disruptions in North India

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 9:48:51 AM IST

IndiGo Airlines on Tuesday issued a travel advisory for passengers, cautioning that early morning fog during the winter season across Northern India may lead to slower flight movements and possible delays. ... read..

"If a Man can remove my veil today, who decides tomorrow?": Priyanka Kakkar slams Bihar CM's attempt to remove Doctor's hijab

Politics | December 16, 2025 9:48:50 AM IST

AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar strongly condemned Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar after a video surfaced showing him attempting to remove the hijab of a Muslim woman during a ceremony distributing appointment letters to 1,283 AYUSH doctors at the Chie ... read..

J-K: Counter-Intelligence Kashmir conducts searches across Kashmir in terror case

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 16, 2025 9:48:48 AM IST

Counter-Intelligence Kashmir (CIK) of the Jammu and Kashmir Police carried out pre-dawn searches at multiple locations across the Kashmir Division on Tuesday in connection with a terror-related case. ... read..

Minority Community facing difficulty in enjoying granted land, Dargah tells Madras High Court in Thiruparankundram Deepam dispute

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 16, 2025 9:48:46 AM IST

The Hazarath Sultan Sikkandar Badhusha Avuliya Dargah, challenging a single judge's order directing the lighting of a lamp at the stone pillar (Deepathoon) atop the Thiruparankundram Hills, submitted before the Madras High Court (Madurai Bench) on Monday ... read..

Mizoram CM attends State Credit Seminar 2026-27, outlays Rs. 4,349.71 crores for priority sectors

Aizawl (Mizoram) | December 16, 2025 9:48:45 AM IST

Chief Minister Lalduhoma attended the State Credit Seminar 2026-27 organised by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Mizoram Regional Office. It was held at the Assembly Conference Hall in Aizawl on Monday. ... read..

Pahalgam Terror Attack: Victim Shubham Dwivedi's family welcomes NIA chargesheet, says Pakistan's role exposed

Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 9:18:52 AM IST

Following the National Investigation Agency's submission of a chargesheet regarding the Pahalgam attack, Sanjay Dwivedi, the father of Shubham Dwivedi, and Aishanya Dwivedi, the wife of the victim, expressed their approval of this development on Tuesday. ... read..

Goa club fire: Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand, will be brought back to Delhi today

General News | December 16, 2025 9:18:51 AM IST

The Luthra Brothers-Gaurav and Saurabh, the owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora Goa, where 25 people were killed in a fire, will be deported from Thailand today, according to the Goa police. ... read..

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to 1971 War heroes on Vijay Diwas

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 9:18:47 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended greetings on the occasion of the 54th Vijay Diwas through a social media post. ... read..

Delhi: Two brothers dead after firing in Jafrabad, police investigation underway

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 9:18:44 AM IST

A firing incident was reported in PS Jafrabad in Delhi at around 1.40 AM. After the Delhi Police had reached the place, they found that a man named Faizal (30 years old) was dead. His brother, Nadeem (33 years old), who was taken to the JPC hospital, was ... read..

Hindu group offers free services to demolish unauthorised floors of Sanjauli mosque, submits memorandum to MC Commissioner

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 8:49:16 AM IST

In the Sanjauli mosque case in Himachal Pradesh's capital Shimla, members of the Dev Bhoomi Hindu Sangharsh Samiti on Monday submitted a memorandum to the Municipal Corporation (MC) Commissioner, demanding immediate implementation of the High Court's orde ... read..

'Very Poor' air persists in Delhi as AQI recorded at 378

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 8:49:14 AM IST

The National Capital Delhi continued to reel under hazardous air conditions on Tuesday as the city's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 378 at around 8 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control ... read..

Indian Army displays a Pakistani drone of Turkish origin captured in Operation Sindoor

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 8:49:13 AM IST

The Indian Army showcased a captured Pakistan military drone of Turkish origin brought down by the Indian forces on May 10 during Operation Sindoor. ... read..

"He should have waited for some days at least...": Chairman of OPCC Media Department Arabinda Das

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 16, 2025 8:49:11 AM IST

Arabinda Das, Chairman of the Media, Communications & Publicity Department of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee, responded to the recent expulsion of former Congress MP Mohammed Moquim, saying that he should have restrained himself and waited for ... read..

Indian Army recalls courage, valour of Armed Forces in 1971 War on Vijay Diwas

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 8:49:05 AM IST

The Indian Army on Tuesday recalled the courage and valour of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War on the occasion of Vijay Diwas by sharing the historic tale of the liberation of Bangladesh through a social media post by the Additional Directorate Gen ... read..

Delhi Airport issues fog advisory, warns of possible flight delays

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 8:48:56 AM IST

The Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport on Tuesday morning issued a fog advisory, warning passengers of possible disruptions to flight operations amid reduced visibility in the national capital. ... read..

UP: 4 killed, 25 injured after several buses catch fire following massive collision on Delhi-Agra Expressway

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 8:48:55 AM IST

At least four people lost their lives and 25 others sustained injuries after several buses caught fire following a massive collision on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Uttar Pradesh's Mathura district during the early hours of Tuesday, officials said. ... read..

Punjab govt declares Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as Holy Cities

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 16, 2025 7:18:49 AM IST

The Punjab government on Monday formally declared the walled city of Amritsar, Sri Anandpur Sahib in Rupnagar district, and Talwandi Sabo (Sri Damdama Sahib) in Bathinda district as Holy Cities of the state, imposing wide-ranging restrictions to preserve ... read..

Several buses catch fire on Delhi-Agra Expressway, casualties feared

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | December 16, 2025 7:18:48 AM IST

Several buses caught fire on the Delhi-Agra Expressway during early hours of Tuesday in Mathura. ... read..

KTR assures support to Sarpanches, warns against 'political harassment' by ruling govt

Rajanna Sircilla (Telangana) | December 16, 2025 7:18:41 AM IST

Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President KT Rama Rao on Monday met newly elected Sarpanches and Upa-Sarpanches from the Sircilla Assembly constituency and assured them of the party's full backing against any alleged harassment by the ruling governme ... read..

CM Sukhu reviews Himachal Niketan Project in Delhi, sets six-month deadline for completion

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 6:48:51 AM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inspected the ongoing construction work of Himachal Niketan at Dwarka in the national capital on Monday and directed officials to ensure that the project is completed within the next six months. ... read..

Ajit Pawar slams anti-Modi slogans, calls for decorum in political discourse

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 16, 2025 6:48:49 AM IST

Reacting to controversial slogans raised against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Congress rally, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Monday urged political parties to maintain dignity and decorum, saying such remarks go against Indian cultur ... read..

Assam Police seizes 90,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs 26 crores from Cachar

Cachar (Assam) | December 16, 2025 6:18:54 AM IST

In a major haul, police recovered and seized 90,000 Yaba tablets worth Rs 26 crore in Assam's Cachar district on Monday, officials said. ... read..

"CM's word is final", says Ajit Pawar as BJP, NCP set for 'friendly fight' in Pune local polls

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 16, 2025 5:49:04 AM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Ajit Pawar on Monday reacted to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's remarks on seat-sharing in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad, saying any stand taken by the Chief Minister would have ... read..

Saugata Roy accuses Finance Minister of 'misleading house' over Bengal's dues on MGNREGA

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 4:48:51 AM IST

Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Saugata Roy accused the Union government of deliberately avoiding a discussion on West Bengal while "repeatedly misleading the House" over pending dues under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), ... read..

Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi condemns Bondi Beach terror attack, calls for end to radicalisation

New Delhi | December 16, 2025 4:48:47 AM IST

Chief Imam of the All India Imam Organisation, Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, on Monday strongly condemned the deadly terror attack at Australia's Bondi Beach, describing it as a "tragic and inhuman act" and reiterating that Islam stands for saving lives, not ta ... read..

Tripura: Vidya Jyoti School emerges as model of holistic transformation in government education

Agartala (Tripura) | December 16, 2025 2:48:58 AM IST

Vidya Jyoti School is steadily redefining the landscape of government education by combining academic excellence with holistic development, setting an inspiring benchmark for public schools. The institution has recorded a 100 per cent pass rate in the boa ... read..

'Making Vijay CM is in my blood': KA Sengottaiyan bets big on TVK's 2026 prospects

Erode (Tamil Nadu) | December 16, 2025 2:19:37 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) Chief Coordinator and veteran politician K.A. Sengottaiyan on Monday made a strong pitch for actor-turned-politician Vijay's chief ministerial bid, asserting that no force could stop Vijay from assuming power in the 2026 Tam ... read..

Kabaddi player shot dead as gunmen open fire at tournament in Mohali

Mohali (Punjab) | December 16, 2025 2:19:35 AM IST

A kabaddi player was shot dead after unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants opened indiscriminate fire during a kabaddi tournament in Sector 79 of Mohali on Monday evening, police said. ... read..

Physical limitations not a hurdle to excellence: Tripura CM at Khelo Tripura Para Games

Agartala (Tripura) | December 16, 2025 2:19:34 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that physical limitations can never be a barrier to talent and success, asserting that Divyangjan athletes embody courage, confidence and an indomitable spirit that inspires society at large. ... read..

Modern Coach Factory manufactures its 15,000th coach on December 15

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:49:06 PM IST

Modern Coach Factory (MCF), Raebareli, achieved a significant milestone by manufacturing its 15,000th coach today, the Railway Ministry said. ... read..

Kinnaur administration begins preparations for resumption of Indo-China border trade via Shipki La in 2026

Kinnaur (Himachal Pradesh) | December 15, 2025 11:19:02 PM IST

Following political clearance from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the Kinnaur district administration has initiated preparatory measures for the re-commencement of Indo-China Border Trade through Shipki La during the 2026 trading season. ... read..

We will contest 2029 elections: Telangana Jagruthi president Kavitha

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 15, 2025 11:18:58 PM IST

Telangana Jagruthi President Kalvakuntla Kavitha reiterated that achieving Samajika Telangana is her goal. ... read..

Delhi: Court upholds Rs 80,000 monthly maintenance to wife, child

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:18:57 PM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma Court on Monday rejected a revision moved by a husband and upheld the order of Rs 80000 monthly interim maintenance to his wife and minor child. The man had challenged the order of the Judicial Magistrate directing him to pay the inter ... read..

J-K: Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Udhampur

Udhampur (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 15, 2025 11:18:55 PM IST

An encounter broke out between security forces and terrorists in the Sohan area of Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir. ... read..

"Health of our children is highest priority": Delhi Education Minister Sood after schools upto class V go online following poor AQI

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:18:51 PM IST

In view of the prevailing severe air pollution and consistently high Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in Delhi, the Government of NCT of Delhi has decided to discontinue physical classes for students from Nursery to Class V with immediate effect and until f ... read..

"Bureaucratic fog, no financial clarity": Manickam Tagore demands transparency in Sports Minister's reply on hosting 2030 CWG

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:18:48 PM IST

Congress MP B Manickam Tagore on Monday alleged "bureaucratic fog" over Gujarat's Ahmedabad hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games after receiving no clarity on his question in the Lok Sabha. ... read..

"Reflective of certain perception of current reality": Shashi Tharoor on X post comparing his ideas with Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:18:46 PM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has acknowledged the existence of multiple tendencies within the party, endorsing an analysis that highlights the contrast between his and Rahul Gandhi's approaches to politics. ... read..

CAQM expert committee's first meeting to address air pollution from vehicular emissions held in Delhi

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 11:18:42 PM IST

The first meeting of the Expert Committee constituted by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) for in NCR and adjoining Areas to address air pollution from vehicular emissions was held on Monday under the Chairmanship of Ashok Jhunjhunwala and ... read..

Andhra IT Minister Nara Lokesh meets Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in Delhi

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:49:12 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT and Electronics, Nara Lokesh, was in New Delhi on Monday following a highly successful visit to the United States, where he held a series of high-level meetings with global technology leaders, including Google CEO ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu attends Vijay Diwas 'At Home' marking India's victory in 1971 War

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:49:10 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday attended the Vijay Diwas 'At Home' in Army House, New Delhi, to commemorate Vijay Diwas, marking the decisive victory of the Indian Armed Forces in the 1971 War, a press release from the Ministry of Defence said. ... read..

Gujarat: Ahmedabad police launch special drive to curb crime against women

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 15, 2025 10:49:09 PM IST

With the objective of preventing violence, molestation, exploitation, and other crimes against women in Ahmedabad City, and to ensure that women feel safe through a combination of strict legal action and the spread of social awareness, a Special Drive has ... read..

"It seeks to undermine foundational objectives of scheme": Kerala CM Vijayan criticises Centre's move to rename MGNREGA

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 15, 2025 10:49:07 PM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday strongly opposed the Centre's proposal to rename MGNREGA, saying that the bill seeks to "undermine the very foundational objectives" of the employment guarantee scheme. ... read..

"Insult to Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindra Nath Tagore and Bengal": TMC's Sagarika Ghose on MGNREGA name change

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:49:05 PM IST

TMC MP Sagarika Ghose on Monday said that the Central Government's draft bill to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGA) is an "insult" to Mahatma Gandhi, Rabindra Nath Tagore and West Bengal. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: BOCW Welfare Board disbursed Rs 14.17 crore to 3,835 beneficiaries under welfare schemes

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 15, 2025 10:49:04 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Welfare Board Chairman Nardev Singh Kanwar said that the Board has disbursed a total amount of Rs 14.17 crore to 3,835 beneficiaries under various welfare schemes, a press release said. ... read..

BSF DG Praveen Kumar visits Jammu Frontier to review security situation along International Border

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 15, 2025 10:49:02 PM IST

The Director General (DG) of the Border Security Force (BSF), Praveen Kumar, visited the Jammu Frontier to review the security situation along the Jammu International Border on December 14-15. ... read..

Two more accused sentenced by NIA Special court in Vishakhapatnam spying case

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:48:57 PM IST

Two more accused were on Monday sentenced to imprisonment by a National Investigation Agency (NIA) special court in the Pakistan-linked Visakhapatnam Navy spying case, an official release said. This brings the total number of convictions in the case to 10 ... read..

Goa club fire: Luthra brothers, who fled to Thailand, will be brought back to Delhi tomorrow

Panaji (Goa) | December 15, 2025 10:48:55 PM IST

Luthra Brothers, the owner of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa, where 25 people were killed in a fire, will be deported from Thailand on Tuesday, Goa police said. ... read..

BJP demands apology over Manju Lata Meena's controversial remarks against PM, Congress calls it "baseless drama"

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:18:52 PM IST

Both Houses of Parliament on Monday witnessed strong objections from BJP leaders to a Congress leader's controversial remarks against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Congress dismissed it as "baseless drama" and questioned the need to raise the issue in ... read..

90% surge in respiratory illnesses among children, adults in Delhi OPDs due to air pollution: Experts

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 10:18:49 PM IST

Delhi's worsening air quality has triggered a sharp rise in respiratory and cardiac health problems, with doctors warning that the national capital is facing a "silent public health emergency" as the Air Quality Index (AQI) continues to remain in the 'sev ... read..

"Everything fine from my side": Shashi Tharoor after skipping Congress' Ramlila Maidan rally

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:52 PM IST

After missing Congress' 'Vote Chor Gaddi Chhod' rally at the Ramlila Maidan in Delhi, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Monday stated that he was abroad due to a prior commitment. ... read..

Delhi govt directs schools to shift to online mode upto class-5 as air quality deteoriates

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:50 PM IST

In view of the severe air pollution levels in the national capital, the Delhi Government on Monday issued a circular directing schools to shift to online mode from hybrid for students up to class 5. ... read..

Indian Youth Congress holds protest at Jantar Mantar against "vote chori"

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:46 PM IST

The India Youth Congress on Monday held a protest at Jantar Mantar against the central government over alleged "vote chori." ... read..

Delhi govt intensifies enforcement against illegal drug trade; action initiated against several firms at Bhagirath Palace

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:41 PM IST

Stepping up its crackdown on the illegal drug trade, the Drugs Control Department of the Government of NCT of Delhi conducted a special inspection and enforcement drive at Bhagirath Palace. ... read..

Railways records 11.7% growth in fertilizer loading, ensuring uninterrupted supply to farmers across country

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:48:39 PM IST

Indian Railways is ensuring smooth and timely movement of fertilisers across the country. This year, fertiliser loading reached 17,168 rakes till 30 November. This is an increase of 11.7% compared to last year's 15,369 rakes during the same period. ... read..

His experience valuable in taking NDA forward: Maharashtra DyCM Eknath Shinde congratulates BJP National Working President Nitin Nabin

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2025 9:19:03 PM IST

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Monday congratulated Bihar Minister Nitin Nabin for his appointment as the National Working President of the BJP, saying that his experience will be valuable in taking the NDA forward. ... read..

Opportunity, not imposition: SC urges Tamil Nadu to hold talks with Centre to establish Navodaya Vidyalayas in state

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:18:58 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday directed the Tamil Nadu government to hold discussions with the central government on the issue of establishing Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) in the state. ... read..

Maharashtra: Municipal Corporation Elections announced; CM Fadnavis says no alliance with Ajit Pawar

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2025 9:18:57 PM IST

The Maharashtra State Election Commission on Monday announced elections to 29 Municipal Corporations across the state, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). ... read..

SC grants interim bail to journalist Mahesh Langa in money laundering case

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 9:18:53 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday granted interim bail to senior journalist Mahesh Langa in connection with an alleged fraud case amounting to Rs 7 crores initiated by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). ... read..

MoPSW Secy Vijay Kumar inaugurates and lays foundation stone for developmental projects worth Rs 193 crore of Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla

Kutch (Gujarat) | December 15, 2025 8:49:28 PM IST

Vijay Kumar, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) visited an official visit to Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla, Gujarat on Monday. On his arrival, he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour by the CISF Unit, DPA Kandla. ... read..

Opposition demands VB-G RAM G Bill to be referred to Standing Committee: Jairam Ramesh

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 8:49:24 PM IST

The Opposition MPs have demanded the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 'Atomic Energy Bill', and the VB-G RAM G Bill to Standing Committees, Congress MP Jairam Ramesh said on Monday. ... read..

Draft electoral rolls for five states and UTs to be published Tomorrow: ECI

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 8:49:11 PM IST

The Election Commission of India (ECI) announced on Monday that draft electoral rolls for West Bengal, Rajasthan, Goa, Puducherry, and Lakshadweep will be published on Tuesday (December 16). ... read..

Clear skies draw tourists to Himachal Pradesh despite prolonged dry spell; No significant snowfall likely: IMD

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 15, 2025 8:49:09 PM IST

While the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has ruled out the possibility of snowfall in Himachal Pradesh for more than a week, clear skies, clean air and a pleasant climate are attracting a large number of tourists to the hill state ahead of the Chri ... read..

"Unfortunate, Ram Rajya and Gram Swaraj never competing forces": Shashi Tharoor on MGNREGA name change

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 8:18:52 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Monday called the Central Government's draft bill to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGA) "unfortunate", saying that the concept of Gram Swaraj and the ideal of Ram Rajya ... read..

Assam launches automated SMS alert system to tackle student absenteeism

Guwahati (Assam) | December 15, 2025 8:18:48 PM IST

Assam Education Minister Dr Ranoj Pegu on Monday launched the Automated SMS Alert System to reduce student absenteeism across the schools in the state. ... read..

USA 'dunky' route case: ED attaches Rs 5.41-cr properties of agents, their kin

General News | December 15, 2025 8:18:46 PM IST

New Delhi [India], December 15 (ANI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached movable and immovable properties worth Rs 5.41 crore belonging to agents and their family members in connection with a case in which people were sent to USA illegally throu ... read..

Pak handler Sajid Jatt among seven named in NIA's Pahalgam terror attack chargesheet detailing neighbouring country's conspiracy

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 7:48:52 PM IST

Pakistani handler terrorist Sajid Jatt has been named with six others, including banned Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and its proxy The Resistance Front (TRF) terrorist organisations, in the National Investigation Agency's Pahalgam terror attack chargesheet filed ... read..

"Will strongly oppose in parliament and on streets": Mallikarjun Kharge slams BJP on MGNREGA scheme name change

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 8:49:17 PM IST

Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Monday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party over a bill to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGA) to be introduced in the Parliament, calling it a "consp ... read..

Bihar CM extends greetings to Sanjay Saraogi on being appointed as Bihar BJP chief

Patna (Bihar) | December 15, 2025 7:19:06 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Monday extended greetings to Sanjay Saraogi on being appointed as the Bihar state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ... read..

"India will be a strong pole in emerging multipolar world, rise can't be stopped": DRDO Chairman

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 7:19:04 PM IST

Highlighting India's defence capabilities, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Chairman Samir V Kamat asserted that India will be a "strong pole" in the emerging multipolar world. ... read..

"Only BJP can elevate a party worker to such heights": Ravi Shankar Prasad on Nitin Nabin's appointment

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 7:18:57 PM IST

BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad on Monday welcomed the appointment of Bihar Minister Nitin Nabin as the Bharatiya Janata Party's National Working President, calling it a moment of pride for the party workers across the country and a reflection of the BJP's org ... read..

'People will hand over Mumbai to Mahayuti in BMC polls': Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis

Pune (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2025 7:18:55 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday expressed confidence in Mahayuti's victory in the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections next month. ... read..

Banke Bihari Temple: SC criticises practice of 'special pujas' by affluent devotees during deity's resting time

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 7:18:53 PM IST

The Supreme Court on Monday criticised the practice of allowing affluent people to do 'special pujas' in temples after paying money, saying that the "current setup" amounted to exploiting the deity. ... read..

India to host second WHO Global Summit on traditional medicine in New Delhi from Dec 17 to 19

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 7:18:52 PM IST

India will host the second WHO Global Summit on Traditional Medicine from December 17 to 19, 2025, in the national capital, bringing together global leaders to shape the future of holistic health and well-being. ... read..

Court extends judicial custody of Al Falah Group Chairman in money laundering case

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:48:58 PM IST

Saket District Court on Monday extended the judicial custody of Al Falah Group Chairman Jawad Ahmed Siddique. He was arrested in connection with an alleged money laundering case involving more than Rs 400 crores. ... read..

Delhi blast case: NIA court extends custody of Bilal Nasir Malla, Shoyeb for 4 days

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:48:56 PM IST

The Special National Investigation Agency (NIA) Court at Patiala House Court on Monday extended the custody of Dr Bilal Nasir Malla and Shoyeb, arrested in connection with the Red Fort blast case, for a further four days. ... read..

President Murmu to visit Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana from Dec 16 to 22

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:48:52 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Telangana from December 16 to 22, according to the President's Secretariat. ... read..

MoCA reviews operations at Delhi Airport as dense fog disrupts flight operations

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:48:36 PM IST

The Ministry of Civil Aviation has stepped up monitoring of flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport amid prevailing fog conditions that have severely impacted visibility and air control across northern India. ... read..

Rajnath Singh to grace Defence Estates Day celebrations as department enters its 100th year

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:48:34 PM IST

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will preside over the Defence Estates Day celebrations at Raksha Sampada Bhawan in Delhi Cantonment on December 16, 2025, according to an official release from the Ministry of Defence. ... read..

Vishva Hindu Parishad writes to CM Mamata Banerjee, seeks immediate FIR against suspended MLA Humayun Kabir

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:19:07 PM IST

Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Monday wrote a letter to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, seeking immediate registration of an FIR against suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir over laying the foundation stone of Babri Masjid in West Be ... read..

"Claiming others' work as its own": Akhilesh Yadav on MGNREGA scheme name change

New Delhi | December 15, 2025 6:19:05 PM IST

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday criticised Bharatiya Janata Party over introducing a bill to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (MGNREGA), alleging that the central government's move is motivated to "claim ... read..

Maharashtra Transport Minister calls urgent meeting after female passenger allegedly molested by bike taxi driver in Kalyan

Kalyan (Maharashtra) | December 15, 2025 6:18:59 PM IST

Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik has called an urgent meeting of the Motor Transport Department on Wednesday at 10.30 am after a driver of an app-based bike taxi service provider allegedly molested a female passenger in Kalyan. ... read..

Haryana Government orders major reshuffle of 6 IAS, 19 HCS officers

Chandigarh (Haryana) | December 15, 2025 6:18:55 PM IST

The Haryana government on Monday ordered a major reshuffle of 6 IAS and 19 HCS officers with immediate effect, issuing transfer and posting orders for several senior and mid-level officers across departments and districts in the state. ... read..

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