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Odisha CM flags off 150 of '108' ambulance services to boost emergency services

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 25, 2025 8:48:44 AM IST

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced the launch of 428 '108'ambulances to strengthen emergency healthcare services across the state, with the first batch of 150 ambulances flagged off on the day. ... read..

TN CM condoles loss of nine lives in Cuddalore road accident, announces 3 lakh compensation

Cuddalore (Tamil Nadu) | December 25, 2025 8:48:39 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic death of nine people in a road accident near Eluthur village in Cuddalore district on the Trichy-Chennai National Highway. ... read..

Anant Ambani offers prayers at Shree Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple in Gujarat

Gir Somanth (Gujarat) | December 25, 2025 8:48:37 AM IST

Gujarat Reliance Industries Limited Director Anant Ambani offered prayers at Shree Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple in Gujarat. ... read..

Most important Standing Committee meeting of MCD reduced to mere drama: AAP leader Ankush Narang

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 8:48:35 AM IST

At the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) Standing Committee meeting, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in MCD House Ankush Narang launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing it for blocking discussion on pollution despite Delhiites inha ... read..

UP: Aligarh Muslim University teacher shot dead in campus, investigation underway

Aligarh (Uttar Pradesh) | December 25, 2025 8:48:31 AM IST

A teacher at Uttar Pradesh's Aligarh Muslim University was shot in the head by unknown miscreants, officials confirmed. ... read..

"I would like to remain as a party worker": Karnataka DyCM Shivakumar

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 8:19:01 AM IST

Stating that he has toiled for the party for 45 years, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has said he would like to remain as a party worker more than acquiring power and position. ... read..

"LG reminded him of his responsibilities": Parvesh Verma targets Kejriwal over pollution

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 8:19:00 AM IST

After Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena wrote a letter to AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal over pollution in the national capital, Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma reiterated that the LG reminded former CM of "His responsibilities". ... read..

PM Modi to visit Lucknow to mark 101st birth anniversary of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 7:19:32 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, today on the occasion of the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee. ... read..

Former Union Minister Smriti Irani calls for nationwide participation in achieving 'Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas'

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 7:19:30 AM IST

Former Union Minister and BJP leader Smriti Irani on Wednesday said that the vision of "Sabka Sath, Sabka Vikas" requires the participation of every citizen to fulfil, while speaking at the Advanced Public Health Forum Programme held in the capital city. ... read..

"Big day for Maharashtra": Sena UBT's Aaditya Thackeray following political reunion of Thackeray brothers

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 25, 2025 7:19:23 AM IST

After the political reunion of the Thackeray brothers, Shiv Sena UBT leader Aaditya Thackeray termed it a "big day" for Maharashtra and all those people who are fighting for Maharashtra. ... read..

1,515 drones deck sky ahead of Navi Mumbai International Airport operational launch

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 25, 2025 7:19:22 AM IST

A spectacular drone show featuring 1,515 drones was organised to mark the airport's operational launch on the eve of the commencement of operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), according to a press release. ... read..

Former Puducherry CM Velu Narayanasamy extends Christmas greetings

Puducherry | December 25, 2025 5:49:00 AM IST

Former Chief Minister of Puducherry, Velu Narayanasamy, extended warm greetings on the occasion of Christmas, saying that the message of peace and harmony should be spread globally. ... read..

Odisha: Devotees offer midnight mass prayers at St Vincent's Pro Cathedral in Bhubaneswar on Christmas

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 25, 2025 5:48:58 AM IST

Devotees offered midnight mass prayers at the St. Vincent's Pro Cathedral in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, to mark the Christmas celebrations. ... read..

Uttarakhand ADGP orders immediate arrest of attackers who fired on gangster Vinay Tyagi in Haridwar

Haridwar (Uttarakhand) | December 25, 2025 5:49:03 AM IST

Uttarakhand Additional Director General of Police (Law and Order) V Murugesan has ordered the police officials in Haridwar to immediately arrest the criminals involved in the attack on notorious gangster Vinay Tyagi. ... read..

Uttarakhand: Gangster Vinay Tyagi shot while being taken to Laksar Court; admitted at AIIMS Rishikesh

Rishikesh (Uttarakhand) | December 25, 2025 4:48:52 AM IST

Notorious criminal Vinay Tyagi, lodged in Uttarakhand's Roorkee Jail under the Gangster Act, was attacked in a sensational incident on Wednesday. The incident occurred when unidentified assailants opened fire on him while he was being taken to the Laksar ... read..

Govt launches Inter-Departmental Referral System to ease patient care in Tripura, says CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | December 25, 2025 4:48:51 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the tendency of patients to go outside the state for treatment has reduced significantly, and for the convenience of patients, the Inter-Departmental Referral System (IDRS) has now been introduced. ... read..

Mining will be completely prohibited by state government in 'core and inviolate' zones: Gujarat Minister

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 25, 2025 4:18:31 AM IST

Gujarat's Minister of Forests and Environment Arjun Modhwadia has reaffirmed the state government's firm commitment to the conservation and sustainable development of the Aravalli hills and mining will be completely prohibited by the state government in ' ... read..

Former Punjab Police DIG moves CBI court for bail in corruption case

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 25, 2025 4:18:28 AM IST

Former Punjab Police DIG Harcharan Singh Bhullar, who is currently in judicial custody in connection with a corruption case, has moved a bail application in the CBI Court in Chandigarh. ... read..

"How can they be unsafe...court has made arrangement": UP Minister on security apprhensions of rape case victim's family over Sengar's bail

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 25, 2025 3:49:09 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Minister Om Prakash Rajbhar has said that Delhi Police sought to address concerns of family of Unnao rape case victim about their security and conveyed that the court has told convict Kuldeep Singh Sengar that he must stay away from the fami ... read..

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurates Assam Book Fair 2025, confers 'Yuva Lekhak Samman' on 818 young writers

Guwahati (Assam) | December 25, 2025 3:49:08 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday inaugurated the Assam Book Fair 2025 and presented the Yuva Lekhak Samman to 818 young writers at a programme jointly organised by the Assam Publication Board and the All Assam Book Publishers and Sell ... read..

Odisha athletes forced to sit near toilets due to lack of confirmed tickets, Minister says "will look into matter"

Sambhalpur (Odisha) | December 25, 2025 3:49:06 AM IST

In a shocking incident, a group of 18 athletes from Odisha endured severe hardships as they were made to sit near the toilets during their train journey to participate in the National School Wrestling Championship in Uttar Pradesh's Ballia. ... read..

India rings in Christmas with prayers, carols, and joyous celebrations, nationwide festivities take off

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 3:49:04 AM IST

Cities across the nation have been adorned with lights, bells, and wreaths as people immerse themselves in the festive joy on the occasion of Christmas. ... read..

Both Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka have qualities to be Prime Minister: JMM spokesperson Manoj Pandey

Ranchi (Jharkhand) | December 25, 2025 3:49:02 AM IST

Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) spokesperson Manoj Pandey has said that remarks concerning leadership were an internal matter of the Congress and both Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi are capable of holding post of Prime Minister. ... read..

Investment is coming to UP because of improved security environment: Yogi Adityanath

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 25, 2025 3:18:48 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday targeted the Samajwadi Party over its comments on the size of state budget and said if similar advice had been given to the head of the party when it was in power, "perhaps this state would have benef ... read..

Humayun Kabir drops Nisha Chaterjee as assembly poll candidate over "viral video"; Social media influencer accuses him of polarization

Kolkata (West Bengal) | December 25, 2025 2:48:51 AM IST

Janata Unnayan Party chief Humayun Kabir has dropped social media influencer Nisha Chatterjee as candidate from Ballygunge seat for next year's assembly polls and has decided to field a police officer, saying "Muslims constitute 49% of the population" of ... read..

Unnao victim and her family meets Rahul Gandhi; seek relocation to Congress-ruled state, legal assistance to challenge Sengar's bail

New Delhi | December 25, 2025 2:48:49 AM IST

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met Unnao victim and her family, who have been protesting against the court granting bail to former MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar, and assured the family that they would do everything within their capacity to ensure justice, securi ... read..

Thackeray brothers unite ahead of BMC polls; BJP questions political relevance of UBT Sena-MNS alliance

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 11:49:08 PM IST

The political reunion of the Thackeray brothers, who had been estranged for years, ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls, has evoked strong reactions in the political sphere. ... read..

BJD leader questions Odisha govt over purchase of '51 Mahindra Thar Jeeps'

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), | December 24, 2025 11:49:06 PM IST

BJD leader Lekha Samantsinghar on Wednesday raised concerns over the Odisha government's purchase of "51 Mahindra Thar Jeeps" at allegedly exorbitant rates, along with costly remodifications, terming it a possible act of corruption and mismanagement.Speak ... read..

"Dialogue is the soul of democracy, and the House is its most vital forum," Speaker Vijender Gupta

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 11:49:02 PM IST

"You have come to a place that is often described as the temple of democracy. In a democratic system, the people are supreme, and it is through dialogue, debate and discussion in the House that governance truly takes shape," said the Speaker of the Delhi ... read..

"Shed tears on Gaza, not a word on Bangladesh...": Yogi Adityanath accuses opposition of appeasement politics

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 11:19:08 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the Opposition in the State Assembly, accusing them of "selective outrage" and appeasement politics while referring to the killing of a youth in Bangladesh. ... read..

JP Nadda addresses inaugural advancing public health outcomes forum 2025, says India's public health journey has entered decisive phase

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 11:19:06 PM IST

Union Minister J. P. Nadda on Wednesday addressed the inaugural Advancing Public Health Outcomes Forum 2025 in New Delhi, underscoring that India's public-health journey has entered a decisive and results-oriented phase, driven by strong science, effectiv ... read..

Christmas Eve prayers held at Christ Church Shimla; worshippers, tourists gather for evening service

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 11:19:04 PM IST

The Christ Church in the north Indian hill town of Shimla held a special Christmas Eve prayer service on Wednesday evening, drawing large numbers of local residents as well as domestic and foreign tourists who gathered to mark the occasion with devotion a ... read..

"Mahajhoothi alliance" views politics as means to grab power: Shiv Sena UBT MP Priyanka Chaturvedi

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 11:18:59 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi on Wednesday described the Bharatiya Janata Party-led (BJP) Mahayuti alliance as "Mahajhoothi", accusing them of viewing politics merely as a means to grab power. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: VHP, Bajrang Dal hold protest in Vijayawada against mob lynching of Hindu youth in Bangladesh

Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 10:48:49 PM IST

Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal held a bike rally on Wednesday in Vijayawada against the mob lynching of Hindu youth Dipu Chandra Das in Bangladesh. ... read..

IGMC Shimla senior resident terminated after inquiry holds doctor, patient guilty of misconduct

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 10:48:40 PM IST

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research (DMER), Himachal Pradesh, has terminated the services of a senior resident doctor at Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC) and Hospital, Shimla, following an inquiry into a scuffle between the doctor and a ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends his greetings to people of state on eve of Christmas

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 24, 2025 10:48:38 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his greetings to the people of the state, especially members of the Christian community, on the eve of Christmas on Wednesday. In his message, the Chief Minister said that the festival of Christmas c ... read..

MCD Standing Committee directs officials to prepare a detailed action report on illegally operating hotels, bars and restaurants

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 10:48:37 PM IST

A meeting of the Standing Committee was held today under the chairpersonship of Satya Sharma, in which detailed discussions were held on important issues such as pollution control, the problem of stray animals, transfer of teachers, recognition of private ... read..

PM Narendra Modi hails Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla's initiative to promote regional languages

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 10:19:10 PM IST

In an important move to honour India's cultural diversity and linguistic heritage, the sixth session (winter session) of the 18th Lok Sabha witnessed the glory of India's regional languages when members extensively used the simultaneous interpretation ser ... read..

"Aravallis being sold": Jairam Ramesh criticises Centre's claim of protecting world's oldest geological formations

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 10:19:08 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Wednesday criticised the Centre over its claims that it will protect Aravallis from illegal mining, and said that it was a "bogus attempt at damage control". ... read..

Atal Bihari Vajpayee earned respect through deeds, not power: Rajnath Singh

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 10:19:06 PM IST

On the eve of Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh described him as a leader who earned respect not because of power or position but due to his deeds, character and lifelong commitment to values. ... read..

Funds must be released to Panchayats within one month: BJP's Bandi Sanjay Kumar demands from Telangana state govt

Karimnagar (Telangana) | December 24, 2025 10:19:03 PM IST

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, demanded that the Telangana Government release funds to all Gram Panchayats across the state within the next one month. Failing this, he warned that a parade would be organised in Hyderabad alo ... read..

Samir Modi moves Delhi HC against stay on registration of extortion FIR on victim

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 10:19:01 PM IST

Businessman Samir Modi has moved the Delhi High Court against a stay on the registration of an FIR against the woman who had levelled rape allegations against him. ... read..

Gem-studded gold artwork of Lord Ram from Karnataka arrives at Ayodhya Ram Mandir

Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 9:49:16 PM IST

A gem-studded gold-base artwork of Lord Shri Ram, brought from Karnataka, arrived at the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple complex in Ayodhya on Wednesday. ... read..

Himachal: 9-day winter carnival begins in Shimla; CM Sukhu welcomes tourists

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 9:49:13 PM IST

A nine-day Winter Carnival began in Shimla on Wednesday, during the Christmas and New Year festive season, with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu formally inaugurating the event by flagging off a cultural parade and administering a pl ... read..

"Nothing will remain of this Mahavinash Aghadi": Shaina NC on UBT Sena-MNS alliance ahead of BMC polls

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 9:49:11 PM IST

Shiv Sena leader Shaina NC on Wednesday expressed confidence that the Mahayuti will emerge victorious and that nothing will remain of the opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA). ... read..

"Bangladesh becoming hub of anti-India activities... we must speak firmly regarding security of Hindu people there": Congress leader Imran Masood

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 9:49:03 PM IST

Congress leader Imran Masood has said that Bangladesh is becoming a hub of anti-India activities and this would create problems in the coming days if it is not checked. ... read..

"Continued commitment to justice and accountability", says Pawan Khera as Unnao rape victim meets Sonia and Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 9:49:01 PM IST

Congress leader Pawan Khera on Wednesday said that the meeting between the Unnao rape case victim and senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi underscored the party's "continued commitment to justice and accountability." ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel hears grievances, orders swift redressal at December SWAGAT

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 24, 2025 9:18:48 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel personally heard the representations of citizens who came forward during the December 2025 State SWAGAT and issued instructions to the concerned departments for their appropriate redressal. In this context, he also f ... read..

"Just as a drowning man clings to a straw..." Maharashtra Minister's dig at Thackeray brothers

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 9:18:47 PM IST

Maharashtra Social Justice Minister Sanjay Shirsat on Wednesday said that the alliance between the Thackeray brothers was out of "helplessness" since Congress and Sharad Pawar's party were not ready to join hands with them ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumb ... read..

Gujarat crosses 5 lakh rooftop solar installations, achieves 1,879 MW capacity; success stories to shine at VGRC Rajkot

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 24, 2025 9:18:45 PM IST

Gujarat has achieved a historic milestone in renewable energy by installing over 5 lakh rooftop solar systems, delivering an aggregate installed capacity of 1,879 megawatts. This landmark achievement under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojna, launched by ... read..

Congress has forgotten Mahatma Gandhi: Deve Gowda slams oppn for protest over replacing of MGNREGA

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 24, 2025 9:18:43 PM IST

Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) founder HD Deve Gowda on Wednesday criticised Congress for protesting against the replacement of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozga ... read..

"Complete work on 3,100 stadiums across Punjab at cost of Rs 1,350 crore by June 2026": CM Bhagwant Singh Mann directs officers

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 24, 2025 8:48:40 PM IST

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday issued time-bound directives to revamp the state's sports infrastructure, directing officers to complete 3,100 stadiums by June 2026 at a total cost of Rs1,350 crore. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu launches Shimla 'Winter Carnival'

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 8:48:35 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated the Shimla Winter Carnival organised by the Shimla Municipal Corporation at the historic Ridge in Shimla. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: SAMDCOT seeks fair probe into IGMC Shimla doctor-patient incident amid viral videos

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 8:48:33 PM IST

The State Association of Medical and Dental College Teachers (SAMDCOT) on Wednesday expressed serious concern over a recent violent incident involving a doctor and a patient at Indira Gandhi Medical College (IGMC), Shimla, and urged the administration, me ... read..

Centre to track failed Class 10, 12 students from 2026; offer counselling, open-schooling route

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | December 24, 2025 8:48:31 PM IST

The Ministry of Education will begin systematically tracking students who fail Class 10 and Class 12 examinations from 2026 and link them with the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for re-admission, in an effort to mainstream out-of-school child ... read..

Delhi HC to hear plea seeking lower GST on Air Purifiers on Dec 26: Petitioner Kapil Madan

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 8:19:03 PM IST

Kapil Madan, the petitioner in a PIL related to air pollution, told the Delhi High Court that the plea seeks a reduction in GST on air purifiers from 18 per cent to 5 per cent. ... read..

Centre will protect entire Aravallis; no mining leases; protected zone to be expanded

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 8:18:57 PM IST

In a significant step towards conservation and protection of the entire Aravalli Range stretching from Delhi to Gujarat from illegal mining, the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) has issued directions to the States for ... read..

Hundreds of women perform folk dance during winter carnival in Shimla, tourists cheer cultural spectacle

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 8:18:54 PM IST

Hundreds of women from various districts of Himachal Pradesh gathered to perform traditional folk dances during the ongoing Winter Carnival in Shimla on Wednesday, as large numbers of tourists thronged the state capital amid the Christmas and New Year fes ... read..

115 Atal Parisar to be inaugurated across Chhattisgarh on Atal Bihar Vajpayee's birth anniversary: Dy CM Arun Sao

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 24, 2025 8:18:52 PM IST

Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao on Wednesday briefed the media about the inauguration of 115 Atal Parisar across the state, marking the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on December 25. ... read..

"We must come together": Sanjay Raut urges Congress to join hands to defeat BJP

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 7:49:16 PM IST

As Thackeray brothers joined hands ahead of the upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut on Wednesday said that Congress must also come together to defeat the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ... read..

"Even harder than a rock when it came to national security": Amit Shah calls Atal Bihari Vajpayee "born patriot" ahead of 101st birth anniversary

Panchkula (Haryana) | December 24, 2025 7:49:12 PM IST

Ahead of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee's 101st birth anniversary, Union Home Minister Amit Shah called him a "born patriot" and praised his strong stand on national security. ... read..

Special train carrying 1,300 devotees departs from Chennai for 6 day Kashi pilgrimage

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 24, 2025 7:49:10 PM IST

A special train carrying 1,300 devotees on a six-day spiritual pilgrimage to Kashi, Ayodhya, and other religious destinations in North India departed from Chennai Central Railway Station on Wednesday morning. ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu extends greetings on Christmas eve

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 7:49:08 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended greetings to fellow citizens on the eve of Christmas, according to a release from Rashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..

Delhi: CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-IV restrictions in NCR after improvement in air quality levels

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 7:18:55 PM IST

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) in the National Capital Region (NCR) and adjoining areas on Wednesday revoked actions under Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) with immediate effect, citing a significant improvement in Delh ... read..

Both abandoned their ideological viewpoint: Fadnavis slams Thackeray brothers ahead of upcoming BMC polls

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 7:18:48 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday launched a scathing attack against the Thackeray brothers, saying that both have abandoned their ideological viewpoint and were indulging in the politics of opportunism. ... read..

Himachal govt boosts sports infrastructure, hikes prize money and incentives: CM Sukhu

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 7:18:46 PM IST

The Himachal Pradesh Government has accorded top priority to the promotion of sports by strengthening infrastructure and enhancing incentives for sportspersons, said Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday. ... read..

Assam emerges as Gateway to Act East Growth, Sarbananda Sonowal tells Guwahati Dialogue

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 6:49:18 PM IST

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal said Assam is uniquely positioned to emerge as a regional growth hub under India's Act East Policy, urging entrepreneurs to leverage the state's geography, connectivity and gove ... read..

Delhi High Court pushes for urgent GST Council Review on air purifier tax cut

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 6:49:08 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday urged the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council to convene at the earliest to deliberate on whether air purifiers should be classified as medical equipment. ... read..

"We cannot comment on the court's orders": Samajwadi Party leader RK Verma on suspension of Kuldeep Sengar's sentence

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 24, 2025 6:49:06 PM IST

Samajwadi Party leader RK Verma on Wednesday termed the suspension of Unnao rape case accused Kuldeep Singh Sengar's sentence as a "sensitive" matter, while refusing to comment on Delhi High Court's order. ... read..

"Irreplaceable loss for literary world": Chhattisgarh CM on writer Vinod Kumar Shukla's demise

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | December 24, 2025 6:49:05 PM IST

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday expressed grief over the passing of renowned Hindi poet Vinod Kumar Shukla, calling his loss "irreplaceable" for the literary world. ... read..

MA Baby alleges political conspiracy behind Kerala lynching, says "similar attacks being organised in parts of country by Sangh Parivar"

Thrissur (Kerala) | December 24, 2025 5:49:28 PM IST

Amid chaos over the lynching of a Dalit migrant worker, Communist Party of India (Marxist) General Secretary MA Baby on Wednesday alleged a political conspiracy by Sangh Parivar behind the "unfortunate" murder of "guest worker" Ramnarayan Baghel. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta visits Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital, reviews patient care

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 5:49:26 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Wednesday visited the Rajiv Gandhi Super Speciality Hospital in Dilshad Garden, where she interacted with patients and reviewed the hospital's facilities. ... read..

Indian Defence Accounts Service Probationers call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 5:19:27 PM IST

The probationers of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (2024 batch) called on the President, Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday, according to a statement by Rashtrapati Bhavan. ... read..

Government to launch 'Bharat Taxi' with profit-sharing model for drivers: Amit Shah

Panchkula (Haryana) | December 24, 2025 5:19:18 PM IST

Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said that the government will soon introduce the 'Bharat Taxi' service, under which profits will be shared with drivers. ... read..

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launches statewide type-1 diabetes programme from Gandhinagar

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | December 24, 2025 5:19:15 PM IST

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has expressed the resolve of the State Government to establish a holistic treatment system to ensure that not a single child suffering from Type-1 Diabetes (juvenile diabetes) in the state is deprived of treatment facilities ... read..

Unnao rape case victim's mother alleges police high-handedness during protest against Kuldeep Sengar getting bail, says "we did not get justice"

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 5:19:04 PM IST

The mother of the 2017 Unnao rape case victim on Wednesday protested over the bail given to former MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar in the case and also expressed her anguish over the security personnel "taking her daughters" in a vehicle. ... read..

Prosecution, evolving legal framework in counter-terrorism probes among key agendas of 'Anti-terror Conference'

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 4:48:55 PM IST

Focussing on strengthened prosecution-led counter-terrorism efforts across the country and evolving legal framework governing terror investigations to be the key agenda of the two-day National Investigation Agency's 'Anti-Terror Conference' beginning from ... read..

Amit Shah to attend Madhya Pradesh 'Growth Summit' among multiple events on December 25

General News | December 24, 2025 4:48:53 PM IST

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will be on a day-long visit to Madhya Pradesh on Thursday, attending the 'Growth Summit' of the state and various other official programmes. ... read..

Delhi Blast Case: Court extends judicial custody of Dr Shaheen, 6 other accused

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 4:48:51 PM IST

The special NIA court at Patiala House on Wednesday extended the judicial custody of Dr Adeel Ahmed, Dr Shaheen Saeeda, Dr Muzammil, Amir Rashid Ali, Jasir Bilal Wani (alias Danish), Soyab, and Mufti Irfan till January 8. ... read..

Gujarat Crime Branch, SOG crack down on drug network; 21 cases registered, narcotics worth Rs 1 crore seized

General News | December 24, 2025 4:48:41 PM IST

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], December 24: In a massive coordinated effort to dismantle the narcotics network in the city, the Crime Branch and the Special Operations Group (SOG) have conducted a series of high-intensity raids over the past week. ... read..

"Dead economy, dead society": Rahul Gandhi after Kuldeep Singh Sengar's bail in Unnao rape case

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 4:18:46 PM IST

After former MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar was granted bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi strongly criticised the decision, calling it "disappointing and shameful" and questioning the manner ... read..

Bengaluru: In swift action, Police arrest accused for harassing a woman in under 24 hours

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | December 24, 2025 3:49:04 PM IST

Bengaluru's Jnanabharathi Police have arrested a man accused of harassing a young woman in Bengaluru. He forced the woman to create a romantic connection and harassed her by trying to tear off her clothes. ... read..

Two AAP councillors join BJP ahead of Chandigarh mayor election

Chandigarh (Punjab) | December 24, 2025 3:19:36 PM IST

Ahead of the Chandigarh Mayor election, two Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillors on Wednesday, Suman Devi and Poonam Devi, have joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). ... read..

Gaurav Gogoi urges Assam govt to handle Karbi Anglong situation with sensitivity, shuns violence

Guwahati (Assam) | December 24, 2025 3:19:35 PM IST

Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday expressed concern over the tense situation in Assam's Karbi Anglong and West Karbi Anglong districts, urging the state government to handle the matter with sensitivity instead of using force. ... read..

CTA concludes Tibet Outreach programs in Karnataka, raises awareness on culture and rights

Mysuru (Karnataka) | December 24, 2025 3:19:31 PM IST

The Department of Information and International Relations (DIIR) of the Central Tibetan Administration (CTA) successfully conducted a series of Tibet Outreach Programs in Karnataka in December 2025. The initiatives aimed to raise awareness about Tibet's h ... read..

"They lost relevance after indulging in appeasement politics," Devendra Fadnavis targets Sena UBT-MNS alliance

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 3:19:26 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday dismissed the Shiv Sena (UBT)-Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) alliance, saying the two parties were attempting to artificially create hype around their coming together despite having lost politica ... read..

J-K: Experts advise against overfeeding after fishes die in Martand sun temple

Anantnag (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 24, 2025 3:19:24 PM IST

An expert team from the Department of Fisheries visited the Martand Sun Temple on Wednesday to inspect the reason behind the deaths of fishes. ... read..

PM Modi backs VB-G RAM G Act, says new law links income support with long-term rural productivity

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 3:19:19 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly endorsed the newly introduced VB-G RAM G Act, 2025 on Wednesday, stressing it reimagines rural employment by treating income support, asset creation and agricultural stability as a continuous process rather than compe ... read..

Delhi fortified for Republic Day as 53 CAPF companies to fan out across the capital

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 3:19:18 PM IST

Ahead of the 77th Republic Day celebrations on January 26, 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the deployment of 53 additional companies of Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) across the national capital in view of heightened security co ... read..

Kisan Mazdoor Morcha to burn effigies across Punjab on Dec 29 over MGNREGA Overhaul

Amritsar (Punjab) | December 24, 2025 3:19:16 PM IST

The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha Bharat has strongly criticised the Modi Government's recent legislative changes to the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), alleging that the new policies are aimed at depriving MGNREGA workers of empl ... read..

'Threat and blackmail politics won't work': Tripura CM Manik Saha takes on Tipra Motha, CPIM

Politics | December 24, 2025 3:19:13 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday strongly criticised the Tipra Motha Party for its reported statement that the BJP would not be allowed to function in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC), asserting that no force can p ... read..

"Attempt to sustain political existence": BJP's Chandrashekhar Bawankule on UBT Sena-MNS tie-up

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 2:49:15 PM IST

Maharashtra Minister and BJP leader Chandrashekhar Bawankule criticised Uddhav Thackeray's alliance with Raj Thackeray and his statements, calling them driven by electoral interests. ... read..

IndiGo to connect Delhi and London Heathrow starting February 2, 2026

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 2:49:13 PM IST

IndiGo announced its new direct flights between Delhi and London (Heathrow), effective 2 February 2026, on Wednesday. The airline will fly five times a week on the route using its Boeing 787 aircraft, taken on wet/damp lease from Norse Atlantic Airways, o ... read..

"His bail should be cancelled... will go to SC": Victim's mother after Kuldeep Singh Sengar's bail in Unnao rape case

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 2:49:10 PM IST

After former MLA Kuldeep Sengar was granted bail in the 2017 Unnao rape case, the victim's mother expressed her anger, calling for the cancellation of his bail and vowing to take the matter to the Supreme Court. ... read..

Congress welcomes Thackeray alliance, but says party cadre prefers solo run in municipal polls

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 2:49:07 PM IST

Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Wednesday said the Congress remains firmly committed to the Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) and the INDIA bloc, even as he welcomed any political understanding between the Thackeray brothers in Mumbai. ... read..

Delhi HC expresses displeasure over lack of action on air pollution, questions 18% GST on air purifiers

New Delhi | December 24, 2025 2:49:01 PM IST

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday expressed strong displeasure over the apparent lack of concrete action by authorities to address the worsening air pollution crisis and questioned the continued levy of 18 per cent Goods and Services Tax (GST) on air puri ... read..

Telangana Minister Seethakka urges Prime Minister Modi to declare Sammakka Sarakka Jatara as national event

Mulugu (Telangana) | December 24, 2025 2:48:57 PM IST

Telangana Minister Anasuya Seethakka has officially called on the Union Government to grant national status to the Sammakka Sarakka Jatara, widely recognised as Asia's largest tribal congregation. Speaking ahead of the event scheduled for late January in ... read..

Chennai: DMK alliance holds protest against VB G RAM G Act, leaders say "Gandhi cannot be removed from people's hearts"

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 24, 2025 2:19:20 PM IST

The ruling DMK-led alliance in Tamil Nadu staged a protest in Chennai on Wednesday against the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Act. ... read..

"Marathis should not break and divide": Uddhav Thackeray calls for unity after UBT Sena-MNS alliance

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | December 24, 2025 2:19:15 PM IST

Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Uddhav Thackeray on Wednesday called for Marathi unity after his party forged an alliance with Raj Thackeray-led Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) for the upcoming Municipal Corporations elections in January. ... read..

Government prioritising infrastructure development in Tripura: CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | December 24, 2025 2:19:13 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Prof. Dr. Manik Saha on Wednesday said that the current government has given special importance to infrastructure development, with financial allocations made in the state budget. ... read..

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