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Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Oksana Lut hold talks in Delhi to boost Indo-Russian Agricultural Cooperation

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 8:47:49 AM IST

Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, met Russian Agriculture Minister Oksana Lut in New Delhi to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in the agriculture sector. ... read..

Parliament Winter Session: Lok Sabha to take up Health, National Security Cess Bill for further consideration, passing

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 8:47:47 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will on Friday move the Health Security and National Security Cess Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha for further consideration and passage during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament. ... read..

Himachal: Hindu orgs request Muslims to avoid Friday prayers at disputed Sanjauli mosque

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 7:48:01 AM IST

Amid the ongoing dispute over the Sanjauli mosque structure in Shimla, Hindu organisations have appealed to the Muslim community to refrain from offering Friday prayers inside the controversial mosque building until the matter is settled in court. ... read..

"It is my watch, my affidavit; what do they know?": Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar slams BJP

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 5, 2025 7:47:59 AM IST

Reiterating that he had clearly and transparently stated everything about the expensive watches he owns, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that the BJP knows nothing about it. ... read..

Delhi: CM inspects mist spray system at ITO, urges public participation for pollution control

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:47:58 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the government is working on a "war footing" to tackle pollution in the national capital and stressed that public participation is essential to achieving effective, lasting results. ... read..

J&K: Police bust narco-terror module in Jammu

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 5, 2025 7:47:56 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Police has busted a narco-terror module operating in the region, a senior official said here on Thursday. ... read..

Parliament to form parliamentary friendship group with Saudi Arabia: Lok Sabha Speaker

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:17:54 AM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday announced that the Parliament of India will soon constitute the India-Saudi Arabia Parliamentary Friendship Group. ... read..

BJP protests in Chennai over Madurai Karthigai Deepam row, demands resignation of CM Stalin

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 5, 2025 7:17:52 AM IST

The Bharatiya Janta Party (BJP) workers on Thursday staged a protest against the Tamil Nadu government over the Madurai Karthigai Deepam row, demanding the resignation of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and HR&CE Minister P.K. Sekar Babu. ... read..

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announces Adilabad airport will be completed in a year; launch Airbus services

Adilabad (Telangana) | December 5, 2025 7:17:51 AM IST

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has announced that the newly sanctioned Adilabad airport works will be completed in a year and the Airbus services will also be launched from the new airport, said an official release. ... read..

Implementing multi-pronged measures to curb air pollution from paddy stubble burning: Govt

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 7:17:47 AM IST

The Union Government has taken multiple measures to curb air pollution caused by paddy stubble burning in the National Capital Region (NCR) and other parts of North India, Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan S ... read..

Cough syrup smuggling case: Accused Shubham Jaiswal moves High Court to avoid arrest, hearing deferred to next week

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 7:17:46 AM IST

In the high-profile codeine-based cough syrup trafficking case, alleged absconding accused Shubham Jaiswal has approached the Allahabad High Court seeking protection from arrest. However, the petition could not be heard on Thursday, as the matter was defe ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Banana farmers pushed to misery under CM Chandrababu, alleges YS Jagan Reddy

Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 6:48:00 AM IST

YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has criticised the Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra Pradesh government, alleging that banana farmers in the state have been pushed into severe distress. ... read..

Karnataka: Don't build organisations on caste lines, build it for all, says DK Shivakumar to women govt employees

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 5, 2025 6:47:51 AM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC President DK Shivakumar has urged women not to form organisations along caste lines, but to build inclusive platforms that represent all women. ... read..

Russia has always stood by India in good and bad times: Union Minister Piyush Goyal

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:47:57 AM IST

Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, stated that Russia has always been "India's Sukh Dukh Ka Saathi," meaning a companion in both good and bad times, at the India-Russia Business Forum held on Thursday in New Delhi. ... read..

Rahul Gandhi accuses Govt of blocking LoP-foreign leaders meeting; BJP says creating needless controversy

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:47:55 AM IST

Amid the ongoing visit of Russian President Putin, Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Thursday sparked a political row after claiming that the Centre advises visiting foreign dignitaries not to meet LoP, arguing that this breaks an old tradition and ref ... read..

IndiGo apologises after two days of widespread disruptions across its network

New Delhi | December 5, 2025 5:17:56 AM IST

IndiGo on Thursday issued a "heartfelt apology" to customers and industry stakeholders after widespread disruptions across its network and operations over the past two days, and said the airline "remains focussed on streamlining its operations at the earl ... read..

J&K: DGP Prabhat reviews security situation in Udhampur; holds joint meeting with all forces at Jophher

Udhampur (J&K), | December 5, 2025 5:17:54 AM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Thursday visited the Basantgarh area to review ongoing operations and assess the ground situation, police said. ... read..

Himachal: Fire breaks out at Hotel Dhauladhar in Dharamshala, no casualties

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 5, 2025 2:17:51 AM IST

A fire broke out at the HPTDC's famous Hotel Dhauladhar in the Kangra district's tourist hotspot Dharamshala late Thursday night, a senior officer said. No casualties have been reported. ... read..

Magh Mela preparations intensify as rail, civil officials inspect stations in Prayagraj

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 11:48:06 PM IST

In view of the extensive preparations for the Magh Mela, senior officials of the Railways and the District Administration conducted a joint inspection of key railway stations in the city, including Prayagraj Junction, Prayag, Prayagraj Rambagh, and Jhunsi ... read..

Assam CM distributes Rs 10,000 seed capital to women beneficiaries under MMUA at Tamulpur

Tamulpur (Assam) | December 4, 2025 11:18:32 PM IST

Empowering the Nari Shakti of Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday handed over Rs 10,000 seed capital each to 35,199 women beneficiaries under Mukahya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan at a programme held at ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Rann Utsav 2025-26 from Dhordo in Kutch

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 4, 2025 11:18:16 PM IST

While inaugurating the White Rann of Kutch Rann Utsav 2025 at Dhordo, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel highlighted that the Prime Minister's vision of transforming the Rann of Kutch into a gateway for tourism and a preferred global destination has n ... read..

New data reveals one of the smallest ozone holes in decades: Study

Washington DC | December 4, 2025 11:18:13 PM IST

This year's ozone hole over Antarctica ranked among the smallest since the early 1990s, reflecting steady progress from decades of global action under the Montreal Protocol. ... read..

Delhi HC converts bail plea of Naresh Balyan into appeal in view of MCOCA provision

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:18:11 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday converted the bail plea of former AAP MLA Naresh Balyan into an appeal in view of the provision under MCOCA. The high court decided the issue after hearing the submissions of the Delhi police. ... read..

NIA arrests four accused in raids at 22 places in three states in illegal arms and ammunition trafficking case

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 11:18:09 PM IST

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday arrested four accused persons after extensive searches at multiple locations in three states in connection with an organised illegal arms and ammunition trafficking case, the agency said. Twenty-two team ... read..

Tripura CM calls for profit-driven strategy for Tea Development Corporation

Agartala (Tripura) | December 4, 2025 10:48:02 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has advised the Tripura Tea Development Corporation to make it financially profitable and adopt specific plans for employment generation. ... read..

Fourth day of Hornbill Festival showcases vibrant array of traditional performances from various Naga tribes

Kohima (Nagaland) | December 4, 2025 10:47:59 PM IST

Marking the 4th day of the Hornbill Festival 2025, a cultural show took place at Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, Kohima on Thursday. The day's cultural line-up showcased a vibrant array of traditional performances from various Naga tribes, a press release ... read..

ONOE proposal gets boost from Law Commission during JPC meeting; to meet again on Dec 10

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 10:47:52 PM IST

BJP MP and JPC Chairperson PP Chaudhary chaired the JPC meeting of One Nation One Election (ONOE) that lasted about three hours on Thursday. ... read..

"Good for political atmosphere in Kerala": K Muraleedharan on Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from Congress

Thrissur (Kerala) | December 4, 2025 10:17:59 PM IST

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Thursday welcomed the expulsion of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil from the party, saying the move is "good for Kerala's political atmosphere." ... read..

PM Modi to visit West Bengal on December 20 and address public rally in Nadia

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:20 PM IST

With the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections approaching, the Bharatiya Janata Party has accelerated its preparations significantly. In this sequence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Bengal on December 20. During this important visit, ... read..

President Putin, PM Modi have set target of USD 100 billion by 2030: Russian official Maxim Oreshkin

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:18 PM IST

As Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on his two-day state visit, Maxim Oreshkin, Deputy Chief of Staff in the Russian Presidential Executive Office, said that President Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have set the target of 100 bill ... read..

DGCA reviews IndiGo disruptions as airline experiences higher than normal flight cancellations; operations to normalise by Feb 2026

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:16 PM IST

The Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Thursday held a detailed review meeting under the chairmanship of the Director General (CA) with the senior leadership of IndiGo in view of the significant operational disruptions reported across the airlin ... read..

Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory for Dec 5; major road restrictions, diversions announced

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:48:10 PM IST

The Delhi Traffic Police on Thursday issued a detailed traffic advisory for Friday, announcing major restrictions and diversions across central Delhi due to administrative exigencies. Commuters have been urged to avoid several key routes between 9:00 AM a ... read..

UP: Evening prayers held at Varanasi to welcome Russian President Putin

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 9:18:11 PM IST

Evening prayers were held on Thursday during the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi to welcome Russian President Vladimir Putin, with 'Welcome Putin' spelt out in diyas. ... read..

Union Minister JP Nadda engages with Bihar MPs to accelerate momentum towards TB-Mukt Bharat

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:08 PM IST

Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda on Thursday chaired a high-level interaction with Members of Parliament from Bihar in New Delhi, as part of the intensified outreach under 'TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan'. ... read..

Civil Aviation Minister holds key meeting with IndiGo officials amid nationwide disruptions

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:06 PM IST

The high-level meeting called by the Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu to review IndiGo's ongoing operational disruptions concluded on Thursday, with top representatives from key aviation bodies present in the meeting. ... read..

"Eminent legal mind": Mallikarjun Kharge mourns death of former Mizoram Governor Swaraj Kaushal, extends condolences to family

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:04 PM IST

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday expressed deep grief over the passing of Swaraj Kaushal, former Mizoram governor and senior Advocate. ... read..

ED gets nod to confiscate Rs 127-cr assets of fugitive Shine City Promoter Rashid Naseem

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 9:18:03 PM IST

In one of the first confiscations through the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act mechanism in Uttar Pradesh, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has received approval to confiscate movable and immovable assets worth Rs 127 crore belonging to fugitive Rashid Nas ... read..

Assam govt bans "Jihadi" literature linked to banned outfits

Guwahati (Assam) | December 4, 2025 9:17:56 PM IST

The Assam government has imposed a sweeping ban on the publication, circulation and possession, both physical and digital, of any radical or 'jihadi' material linked to terror outfits such as Jamaat-ul-Mujahideen Bangladesh (JMB), Ansarullah Bangla Team ( ... read..

India, Russia likely to discuss defence projects including Su-30 overhaul, S-400/500, Verba, R-37 during Putin visit

By Ajit Dubey

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 8:48:04 PM IST

During the ongoing visit of the Russian Preisident Vladimir Putin to India, the two sides are expected to discuss major projects like the second overhauling of the Su-30 fighter jets, equipping Indian fleet with the R-37 air to air missiles that can hit t ... read..

"This will send a good message": Ramesh Chennithala on Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from Congress

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 4, 2025 8:17:53 PM IST

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday welcomed the expulsion of suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil from the party. ... read..

Delhi HC directs MEA to facilitate Celina Jaitly's communication with her brother Retd Major Vikrant

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 8:17:44 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Thursday directed the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) to inform Retired Major Vikrant in the next consular access that his sister Celina wants to talk to him. Secondly, the High Court also directed the Ministry to facilitate her ... read..

"Congress knew his track record yet made him Youth wing president": Kerala BJP Chief over Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from party

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 4, 2025 7:48:05 PM IST

Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar launched a sharp attack on Congress over the expulsion of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, alleging that the Congress knowingly promoted a leader with a history of "exploiting and harassing women." ... read..

"They know they won't come to power next time": Prahlad Joshi on Karnataka CM row

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:48:03 PM IST

Union Minister Prahlad Joshi on Thursday criticised the Congress government in Karnataka over the chief ministerial dispute, saying the party is divided, the government is failing, and the state is suffering from corruption and poor infrastructure. ... read..

President Murmu mourns demise of former Mizoram governor Swaraj Kaushal

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:48:00 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday expressed grief over the passing of former Mizoram governor and senior Advocate Swaraj Kaushal, who died at the age of 73. ... read..

"Distinguished legal luminary": Arvind Kejriwal expresses grief over death of former Mizoram Governor Swaraj Kaushal

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:47:53 PM IST

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday expressed his heartfelt condolences over the passing of former Mizoram governor and senior Advocate Swaraj Kaushal. ... read..

"Oppn might have expressed views strongly had Tejashwi been there": BJP's Maithili Thakur

Patna (Bihar) | December 4, 2025 7:47:51 PM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Maithili Thakur on Thursday missed the presence of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav in the Bihar legislative assembly on the third day of the first assembly session after the formation of the newly formed g ... read..

Haryana renames Governor House as 'Lok Bhavan'

Chandigarh (Haryana) | December 4, 2025 7:18:57 PM IST

Haryana's Governor House has officially been renamed as 'Lok Bhavan', joining the ranks of other states that have complied with the centre's order. ... read..

JPC on 'One Nation One Election' concludes, chairperson stresses "ONOE in interest of the country"

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:18:55 PM IST

The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) meeting on One Nation One Election concluded, which lasted about three hours, concluded on Thursday. ... read..

Parliament winter session: Lok Sabha adjourned, to reconvene on Dec 5 at 11 AM

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:18:47 PM IST

The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day on the fourth day of the winter session, with the House scheduled to reconvene on December 5 at 11:00 AM. The Rajya Sabha was also adjourned shortly after. ... read..

150 IndiGo flights cancelled at Delhi Airport since morning as major disruption hits operations

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 7:18:36 PM IST

Flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport were severely disrupted on Thursday as IndiGo cancelled a total of 150 flights, including 75 departures and 75 arrivals, spanning both domestic and international routes since morning, ... read..

Hyderabad woman duped of Rs 3.38 lakh in online marriage proposal scam

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 4, 2025 6:48:24 PM IST

A 47-year-old woman from Vinay Nagar Colony in Hyderabad's Saidabad was allegedly cheated of Rs 3,38,200 after falling victim to an online marriage proposal scam involving a fake Delhi-based "UK Affairs Office", police said. ... read..

"Why is SIR not happening in bordering States where BJP is in power?": Mamata Banerjee trains guns on Centre

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | December 4, 2025 6:48:22 PM IST

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the BJP, alleging that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, initiated just months before the polls, has claimed 40 lives and is being used to destabilise the state ... read..

J-K: CM Omar Abdullah inaugurates, lays e-foundation stones for Rs 100 cr development projects in Budgam

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 4, 2025 6:48:11 PM IST

Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday inaugurated and laid e-foundation stones for a series of major development projects worth nearly Rs 100 crore in Budgam district, marking a significant boost to the region's civic infrastructure ... read..

Gujarat CM Patel presents appointment letters to more than 9,000 Anganwadi workers, helpers

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 4, 2025 6:48:07 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel presented appointment letters to over 9,000 newly appointed Anganwadi workers and helpers at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, in the presence of Women and Child Development Minister Dr Manisha Vakil on Thursday. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu inaugurates multipurpose indoor stadium at Kaliyara in Shahpur

Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 6:47:58 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while emphasizing that education remains the state government's top priority, despite opposition, stated that the present Government has introduced several reforms strengthening the sector. ... read..

PM Modi expresses condolences on demise of former Mizoram governor Swaraj Kaushal

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:47:55 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the demise of former Mizoram governor and senior Advocate Swaraj Kaushal on Thursday. ... read..

"We don't know what to do": Passengers at Hyderabad Airport slam IndiGo as delays, cancellations continue

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 4, 2025 6:47:49 PM IST

Passengers across multiple airports on Thursday voiced strong frustration as IndiGo's nationwide operations remained severely disrupted, leaving many stranded without clear communication or alternate travel options. ... read..

"Then why aren't they letting us meet now?": Priyanka Gandhi counters BJP's denial over Rahul Gandhi's 'foreign dignitaries' charge

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:47:44 PM IST

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday countered BJP leaders' denial of Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi's allegations that the government prevents him from meeting visiting foreign dignitaries. ... read..

"It's MEA's responsibility to arrange meetings, govt can't interfere": BJP slams Rahul Gandhi's remarks on blocking meetings with foreign dignitaries

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:18:23 PM IST

The BJP on Thursday hit back at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi over his allegation that the Centre prevents him from meeting visiting foreign dignitaries. ... read..

RSS branch offices rose from 400 to 12,000 under Mamata: suspended TMC leader Humayun Kabir escalates attack on Bengal CM

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | December 4, 2025 6:18:15 PM IST

Suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir intensified his attacks on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday, alleging that the rapid growth of RSS branch offices in the state under her tenure shows "who the CM is working for". ... read..

Former Mizoram Governor and late Sushma Swaraj's husband Swaraj Kaushal passes away

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:18:09 PM IST

Swaraj Kaushal, former Mizoram governor and husband of late Union Minister Sushma Swaraj, passed away on Thursday, his daughter, BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, confirmed. He was 73. ... read..

"Public health emergency affecting all age groups": Padma awardee doctors issue urgent health advisory over air pollution

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:18:05 PM IST

India's worsening air pollution has prompted a group of Padma awardee doctors to issue an urgent national health advisory, warning that the country is facing a "significant public health emergency" as air quality dips to alarming levels across Delhi-NCR, ... read..

JP Nadda meets Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko, calls for stronger India-Russia health collaboration

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 6:18:04 PM IST

Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, on Thursday, met with Mikhail Murashko, the Health Minister of the Russian Federation, to discuss enhancing bilateral collaboration and partnership in the health sector. ... read..

Slogans to uproot Sukhu government are echoing across the state: BJP's Jai Ram Thakur

Dharamshala (Himachal Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 5:48:19 PM IST

Leader of Opposition in Himachal Pradesh Assembly Jairam Thakur on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the CM Sukhvinder Sukhu-led state government, alleging that in its three-year tenure, the government does not have even a single scheme to showcase. ... read..

He should first demonstrate his commitment towards Parliament: LJP (Ram Vilas) MP Arun Bharti on Rahul Gandhi's allegation

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:48:17 PM IST

Reacting to Congress leader and MP Rahul Gandhi's allegation that the Leader of Opposition is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries, Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) MP Arun Bharti said that as the LoP, first, he should fulfil the parliamentary procedur ... read..

"One of most potent instruments of our national power": President Murmu honors Indian Navy on Navy Day

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:48:16 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu extended her warm greetings to all officers, sailors, and civilian staff of the Indian Navy, acknowledging their dedication and service on the occasion of Navy Day on Thursday. ... read..

"She will be Ex-Chief Minister in 2026": West Bengal MLA Humayun Kabir targets Mamata Banerjee after TMC suspended him

Murshidabad (West Bengal) | December 4, 2025 5:48:10 PM IST

Suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir on Thursday escalated his attack on West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, declaring that she will no longer remain in power after the 2026 Assembly elections. ... read..

"Putin ji's visit is an auspicious sign for trade or other defence matters": JDU's Sanjay Jha

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:48:03 PM IST

Ahead of Russian President's visit to India, Janata Dal (United) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha said on Thursday that Putin's visit is an auspicious sign for trade or other defence matters. ... read..

"These are government decisions": BJP's Kangana Ranaut hits back at Rahul Gandhi's "foreign dignitaries" remarks

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:18:11 PM IST

After Congress MP Rahul Gandhi alleged that the Centre suggested that foreign dignitaries not meet the LoP, BJP MP Kangana Ranaut stressed on Thursday that the Centre can take such decisions. ... read..

Foreign funding, radicalisation under lens: ED arrests founder of Al-Furkan Educational Trust in Bikaner

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:18:10 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate on Thursday said it has arrested Mohammed Sadeeque alias Sadik Khan, founder and former President of the Rajasthan's Bikaner-based Alfurkan Educational Trust (AET) for his involvement in the offence of money laundering arising ... read..

Jharkhand: Two women killed in Kenduadih gas leak; angry residents halt traffic on Dhanbad-Ranchi artery

Dhanbad (Jharkhand) | December 4, 2025 5:18:08 PM IST

Tension gripped the Kenduadih area in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district on Thursday after a gas leak claimed the lives of two women, triggering massive outrage among residents. ... read..

Air India Express cites parking bay crunch at Pune Airport after on-time flight couldn't park

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:18:06 PM IST

Air India Express on Thursday said that severe parking bay congestion at Pune Airport disrupted multiple flight schedules, after one of its early-morning services landed on time but could not be allotted a bay. ... read..

Protest erupt in Dhanbad after 2 women die of suspected gas leak in Kenduadih

Dhanbad (Jharkhand) | December 4, 2025 5:18:03 PM IST

Two women have died in Jharkhand's Dhanbad district amid growing panic over a suspected toxic gas leak in the Kenduadih area, triggering protests and a significant administrative response. ... read..

"Russian President's visit to India will further strengthen our relations": J-K CM Omar Abdullah

Budgam (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 4, 2025 5:18:01 PM IST

Calling India-Russia ties "strong and deep," Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday said President Vladimir Putin's visit to India is expected to bolster bilateral relations further. ... read..

"PM Modi's FLIP Governance - First Launch, Instant pullback": KC Venugopal after Centre withdraws mandatory pre-installation of Sanchar Saathi app

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:17:57 PM IST

Congress general secretary KC Venugopal on Thursday hit out at the Centre after it withdrew its proposal to make the Sanchar Saathi app compulsory on all mobile phones. He called it another example of what he described as Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "f ... read..

Up to visiting delegation to organise meeting outside govt: Sources clarify after Rahul Gandhi's charge

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 5:17:55 PM IST

Government sources on Thursday dismissed allegations by Congress leader Rahul Gandhi that the Narendra Modi government is not allowing foreign dignitaries to meet opposition leaders. ... read..

"Ot has been our tradition to know about country's psyche": RJD's Manoj Jha in Rahul Gandhi's allegations that LoP is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:20 PM IST

RJD leader Manoj Kumar Jha on Thursday emphasised the importance of understanding the country's pulse, claiming that this tradition is being compromised due to "someone's insecurity," after Rahul Gandhi alleged that the LoP is not allowed to meet visiting ... read..

UP CM Adityanath feeds peacock during 'gauseva' at Gorakhnath Temple

Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 4:48:15 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath was seen feeding a peacock during a 'gauseva' event at the Gorakhnath Temple premises in Gorakhpur on Thursday. ... read..

JPC on 'One Nation One Election' holds meeting with Chairperson of the 23rd Law Commission

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:11 PM IST

The Joint Parliamentary Committee's (JPC) meeting on One Nation One Election is underway on Thursday at the Parliament House. ... read..

Delhi Airport sees major disruptions: 34 departures, 37 arrivals cancelled as of 4 PM

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:10 PM IST

Flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport continued to face heavy disruption on Thursday, with a total of 34 departures and 37 arrivals cancelled as of 4 PM, as confirmed by Delhi Airport. ... read..

"It has been our tradition to know about country's psyche": RJD's Manoj Jha in Rahul Gandhi's allegations that LoP is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:48:06 PM IST

Chhattisgarh: Crowd gathers to pay last salute to fallen heroes in Bijapur

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 4:48:00 PM IST

Final salutes were paid to three fallen heroes killed in the line of action while combating Maoists in the jungles of Bijapur-Dantewada in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. ... read..

Kerala: Congress expels Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, court rejects anticipatory bail in rape case

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | December 4, 2025 4:48:08 PM IST

Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president Sunny Joseph on Friday said that suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has been expelled from the Congress after serious allegations were raised against him and the cases registered in connection with them. ... read..

"It has been our tradition to know about country's psyche": RJD's Manoj Jha on Rahul Gandhi's allegations that LoP is not allowed to meet visiting dignitaries

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 4:47:55 PM IST

YS Jagan Reddy alleges Andhra govt of misusing police for false cases against political adversaries

Tadepalli (Andhra Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 4:47:52 PM IST

In a vitriolic attack on the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu-led government, former Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy slammed the NDA coalition government and alleged for failure in handling agriculture, education, me ... read..

18 Maoist bodies recovered, three jawans killed in Bijapur clash

Bijapur (Chhattisgarh) | December 4, 2025 4:47:45 PM IST

Security forces have discovered the bodies of at least 18 Maoists, who were killed in an exchange of fire during an anti-Naxal operation along the Bijapur-Dantewada border in the Bastar region, an official said on Thursday. ... read..

All Assam 108 Mrityunjoy Employees organisation stage sit-in protest, demanding job regularisation and fair wages

Guwahati (Assam) | December 4, 2025 4:18:41 PM IST

The All Assam 108 Mrityunjoy Employees Association, comprising ambulance drivers and technicians, continue to stage a sit-in protest demonstration demanding regularisation of the jobs and fair wages in the state. ... read..

Bengaluru Police to organise Vintage car rally to raise awareness against drug abuse

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 4, 2025 4:18:33 PM IST

The Bengaluru City Police, in collaboration with the Vintage Car Owners' Association, is organising a Vintage Car and Bike Rally on Sunday, 7th December 2025, to create awareness about the growing menace of drug abuse and drug peddling. ... read..

UP police shoot, injure cow smuggler after he opened fire at checkpoint in Ballia

Ballia (Uttar Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 4:18:28 PM IST

A suspected cow smuggler was injured in an encounter with police early on Wednesday. According to police, the incident occurred in the Sikanderpur area, Uttar Pradesh, when a team had set up checkpoints to curb illegal cattle transportation. During the op ... read..

"I don't feel we should differentiate between men and women...": Karnataka Dy CM backs menstrual leave policy

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 4, 2025 4:18:23 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar on Thursday responded to opposition to the state's menstrual leave policy, emphasising equality and empowerment for women. He stated that the government is committed to promoting equality and doesn't believe in differenti ... read..

Haryana CM Saini announces major development projects in Ladwa, pays tribute to Sant Shiromani Shri Sen Maharaj in Kurukshetra

Kurukshetra (Haryana) | December 4, 2025 4:18:22 PM IST

At a state-level celebration in Kurukshetra marking the birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Shri Sen Maharaj on Thursday, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini highlighted the saint's teachings of truth, non-violence, and service to humanity, while unv ... read..

"Infiltration has gone down:" BSF IG Mukesh Tyagi on India-Bangladesh border

Siliguri (West Bengal) | December 4, 2025 3:48:08 PM IST

Border Security Force IG of the North Bengal Frontier, Mukesh Tyagi, stated that the India-Bangladesh border remains secure and that incidents of border crime and infiltration have relatively decreased in recent years. ... read..

"PM Modi is the grand architect of new, resurgent Northeast": Sarbananda Sonowal

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:48:05 PM IST

The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Thursday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi for emerging as "the grand architect of a new and resurgent Northeast," transforming a region once neglected for decades into a major d ... read..

"PM Modi kept finding excuse to take money out of public's pocket and fill it in govt treasury": Pramod Tiwari on Central Excise (Amendment) Bill

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:48:00 PM IST

Opposing the Central Excise (Amendment) Bill, 2025, Congress leader Pramod Tiwari, on Thursday, accused the Central Government of burdening citizens through repeated financial impositions, claiming that the Modi-led administration has consistently found " ... read..

Amit Shah to attend 25 events during three-day Gujarat visit starting Dec 5

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:47:56 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will embark on a three-day visit to Gujarat from Friday, during which he is scheduled to attend 25 public engagements spread across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Sanadar (Diyodar), Vav-Tharad and adjoining regions, officials said. ... read..

Punjab and Haryana HC dismisses SAD leader Bikramjit Singh Majithia's bail plea

Chandigarh | December 4, 2025 3:18:37 PM IST

The Punjab and Haryana High Court on Thursday dismissed Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) leader Bikramjit Singh Majithia's bail plea in the alleged money laundering case. ... read..

IndiGo disruptions: Passengers across Jammu, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai complain of long delays, cancellations

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:18:26 PM IST

Passengers across multiple airports continued to face significant inconvenience on Thursday as IndiGo's nationwide operations remained severely disrupted due to large-scale delays and cancellations. ... read..

SC Judges to attend NGT's regional environment conference in Chennai on Dec 6-7

New Delhi | December 4, 2025 3:18:22 PM IST

The National Green Tribunal's Chennai Zonal Bench will host the Regional Conference on Environment 2025 on December 6 and 7 in Chennai, with several Supreme Court judges headlining the event. ... read..

UP: Murder accused arrested following encounter in Bulandshahr

Bulandshahr (Uttar Pradesh) | December 4, 2025 3:18:27 PM IST

A man who has been accused of the murder of a young woman was arrested following an exchange of gunfire in Bulandshahr, police said. ... read..

Odisha: CM Majhi pays floral tribute to Rama Devi Choudhury on her 125th birth anniversary

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 4, 2025 3:18:19 PM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi paid floral tribute to freedom fighter and social reformer Rama Devi Choudhury on her 125th birth anniversary at the Legislative Assembly premises here. ... read..

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