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Forest officials capture Leopard in Indore's Sahar City following week of panic

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 10:19:20 AM IST

Residents of Sahara City in Indore slept soundly on Wednesday after the forest department successfully captured a five- to six-year-old male leopard that had been frequently sighted in the residential area for several days near the Devguradia forest area. ... read..

Congress MP Manish Tewari moves adjournment motion over IndiGo flight disruptions

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:19:18 AM IST

Congress MP Manish Tewari on Thursday submitted an adjournment motion notice in the Lok Sabha, seeking urgent discussion on the widespread cancellations and delays by IndiGo, which he said has "stranded thousands of passengers across the country." ... read..

11-year-old student moves Delhi HC Division Bench against CM SHRI school admission test

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:19:17 AM IST

An 11-year-old student has approached the Division Bench of the Delhi High Court challenging the Delhi government's policy of conducting an entrance test for admission to Class VI in CM SHRI Schools, alleging that the process is illegal and violative of t ... read..

Delhi Airport issues fog advisory, warns of possible flight disruptions due to reduced visibility

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 10:19:13 AM IST

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

Ajmer: Massive fire broke out in Kishangarh's footwear godown; fire brought under control; short-circuit a likely cause

Ajmer (Rajasthan) | December 18, 2025 10:19:07 AM IST

A major fire broke out last night in a three-storey footwear godown located in Bhat Mohalla, Kishangarh, Ajmer. Firefighters managed to bring the blaze under control after several hours of operation. ... read..

Doda DC Harvinder Singh inaugurates women-led milk value addition unit under HADP

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | December 18, 2025 9:49:09 AM IST

Deputy Commissioner of Doda, Sh. Harvinder Singh, IAS, inaugurated a women-run Milk Value Addition Unit under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) 2024-25 on Wednesday in the remote village of Udhyanpur, Tehsil Bhagla Bharath. ... read..

Delhi-NCR Pollution: Officials conduct Vehicle checks to ensure compliance with new directive

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 9:49:07 AM IST

Teams from Transport Enforcement conducted checks on vehicles in the National Capital as part of intensified measures to combat rising air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region. ... read..

"New definition of Aravalli, threat to North India's future, Centre must reconsider": Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | December 18, 2025 9:49:05 AM IST

Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Thursday expressed support for the #SaveAravalli campaign, changing his social media display picture (DP) to show solidarity. He said that this was not just a symbolic change of photo but a protest against t ... read..

Dehradun: Two accused arrested in journalist Pankaj Mishra's death case, confirms SSP

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | December 18, 2025 9:18:55 AM IST

In a major development in the sensational death case of journalist Pankaj Mishra, Dehradun Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Ajay Singh has confirmed the arrest of two accused after prolonged interrogation. ... read..

"Murder of Constitution...": BRS leader Krishank on Telangana speaker's decision on defected MLAs

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 18, 2025 9:18:51 AM IST

BRS leader Krishank on Thursday criticised the Telangana Legislative Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar for dismissing disqualification petitions against five defected BRS MLAs, saying that this is the "murder of the constitution" and a "mockery of demo ... read..

Belgian Top court clears the extradition of Mehul Choksi, rejects all objections

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 9:18:46 AM IST

Terming the objections raised by fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi as lacking substance, the Court of Cassation of Belgium has dismissed his appeal against extradition to India, affirming that he failed to establish any legal or factual ground warranting ... read..

"Could have said this in India": AAP Leader Saurabh Bhardwaj on Rahul Gandhi's remarks on Indian manufacturing in Germany

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 9:18:45 AM IST

Reacting to Rahul Gandhi's visit to the BMW factory in Munich, Aam Aadmi Party's Delhi chief Saurabh Bharadwaj remarked that the Congress leader "could have said this even while being here in India." He cited falling exports and a depreciating rupee as ev ... read..

Thoothukudi salt pans turn into a haven for water birds amidst heavy rainfall

Thoothukudi (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 9:18:43 AM IST

Heavy rainfall over the past few weeks has resulted in accumulation of rainwater in the salt pans located in the suburban areas of Thoothukudi. These pans, earlier only used for salt production, now resemble water bodies. ... read..

"Irreparable damage caused": MK Stalin urges PM Modi to address US tariffs threatening Tamil Nadu exports

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 9:18:41 AM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Thursday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to address the impact of the "50 per cent tariffs" imposed by the United States on Indian exports, warning that the move has triggered a severe crisis in the State's major ... read..

"Insult to Father of the Nation, thoughts are those of Nathuram": Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on VB-G Ram G Bill

Delhi | December 18, 2025 9:18:38 AM IST

Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the Centre over the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, calling it an "insult to the Father of the Nation" and saying that the Modi government was driven ... read..

"They are fighting against Hindus...": DMK leader alleges BJP fringe groups creating trouble over hilltop lamp lighting

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 9:18:36 AM IST

The controversy over the lighting of Karthigai Deepam at the stone continues in Tamil Nadu. DMK leader TKS Elangovan on Thursday stated that the Karthigai Deepam has been lit in a particular area for hundreds of years and claimed that the opposition is pl ... read..

Allahabad High Court transfers Rahul Gandhi's citizenship case to Lucknow court

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 8:48:50 AM IST

The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has passed an order in the case of Vignesh Shishir vs Rahul Gandhi, allowing the transfer of Criminal Misc Case No. 3156/2025 from the Special MP-MLA Court in Rae Bareli to the Special MP-MLA Court in Lucknow. ... read..

Evidence-based justification sought on MHA Bills in Joint Parliamentary Committee meeting

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 8:48:46 AM IST

BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi on Wednesday stated that 25 observations were put forward by various political parties on the bills presented by the Ministry of Home Affairs at the second meeting of the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). ... read..

Delhi Airport issues advisory as dense fog brings Low Visibility procedures

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 8:48:45 AM IST

The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) in the national capital on Thursday morning issued a passenger advisory amid dense fog conditions, warning that Low Visibility Procedures (LVP) were in force even as flight operations continued normally. ... read..

HP govt extends school annual function deadline to December 31

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 8:48:41 AM IST

The Himachal Pradesh government has made it clear that no annual programmes will be allowed in government secondary and elementary schools beyond December 31, 2025, while granting a one-time extension for the ongoing academic session. ... read..

TN: Vijay to address TVK's first public meeting after Karur stampede

Erode (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 8:48:38 AM IST

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) on Thursday will hold its first public meeting in Tamil Nadu following the Karur stampede incident, with actor and party founder Vijay addressing supporters at the Moongilpalayam Meeting Ground in Erode. ... read..

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' with AQI over 370 as thick smog blankets the capital

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 7:49:08 AM IST

Large parts of the capital were blanketed by a dense layer of toxic smog, significantly reducing visibility and causing discomfort for residents. RK Puram was shrouded in thick smog, with an AQI of 374, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to ... read..

Row erupts over Prithviraj Chavan's remarks on Operation Sindoor, leaders across parties react

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 7:18:53 AM IST

Following Congress leader and former Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan's remarks on Operation Sindoor, sharp reactions from leaders across party lines were witnessed, with several MPs criticising the comments as "inappropriate", while the Congr ... read..

Jhajjar Court declines custody of Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar to Haryana Police

Jhajjar (Haryana) | December 18, 2025 6:48:47 AM IST

A Jhajjar Court in Haryana refused to grant custody of Olympic wrestler Sushil Kumar to the State Police in an Arms Act case. The Haryana Police were seeking his custody in connection with an FIR lodged at the Sadar Police Station in Jhajjar, Haryana. ... read..

Vedanta Aluminium scales Lanjigarh Refinery to 5 MTPA; Sets new Alumina production record

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | December 18, 2025 6:48:45 AM IST

Vedanta Aluminium, India's largest aluminium producer, scaled its Lanjigarh Refinery operations to 5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), a "landmark" in the company's growth journey and a "significant" step towards strengthening India's self-reliance in alum ... read..

Telangana Speaker dismisses disqualification petitions against 5 MLAs

Hyderabad (Telangana) | December 18, 2025 6:48:44 AM IST

The Telangana Legislative Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar, acting as the Chairman of the Tribunal under the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution, dismissed disqualification petitions filed against five Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) after e ... read..

Delhi Govt announces Rs. 10,000 compensation for construction workers affected by GRAP curbs

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 5:48:48 AM IST

Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra said the government has decided to provide financial assistance to construction workers affected by curbs under the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) due to rising air pollution levels in the national capital. ... read..

"Violence against Adivasis in Gujarat's Banaskantha is shameful": AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 5:48:46 AM IST

Condemning the alleged violence against the Adivasi community in BJP-ruled Gujarat's Banaskantha, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal said the incident was a "disgrace" and demanded a time-bound, impartial investigation to ensure the h ... read..

"Delhi Pollution reaching Lucknow, reason for rescheduling of T20 match": SP leader Akhilesh Yadav

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | December 18, 2025 4:49:11 AM IST

Samajwadi Party leader Akhilesh Yadav said that the fourth T20 International Cricket match between India and South Africa did not take place on Wednesday because Delhi's pollution had reached Lucknow. He said it was not fog but 'smog' that caused the aban ... read..

Air India warns of possible flight disruptions due to dense fog, urges passengers to check status

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 4:49:07 AM IST

Air India cautioned passengers about potential disruptions to flight operations over the next few days due to dense fog, particularly at its primary hub in Delhi and at several airports across northern and eastern India. The airline said reduced visibilit ... read..

Opposition seeks Standing Committee scrutiny of VB-G RAM G' Bill; BJP defends, cites transparency

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 3:48:46 AM IST

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday saw a nearly 14-hour debate over the Viksit Bharat-G RAM G (Gramin Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission) Amendment Bill, with the opposition demanding that the proposed legislation be referred to the Standing Committee, even as the rulin ... read..

BJP MPs bat for 'VB-G RAM G' Bill; target Congress over MGNREGA, corruption

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 3:19:08 AM IST

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday witnessed a sharp political exchange as senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders Anurag Thakur and Nishikant Dubey strongly backed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, while launching a s ... read..

Delhi: With effect from 12 am, vehicles without pollution certificate will not receive fuel at petrol pumps

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 2:48:59 AM IST

Delhi is taking a significant step to curb air pollution. Starting midnight Thursday, vehicles without a valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) won't be able to refuel at petrol pumps. ... read..

"We are ready to answer...": Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini responds to Cong no-confidence motion move

Chandigarh (Haryana) | December 18, 2025 2:48:57 AM IST

Reacting to the Congress party's decision to move a no-confidence motion against the BJP-led government in Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday said the government is fully prepared to answer every question and engage in discussion in th ... read..

"Historic decision": Dy CM Harsh Sanghavi on Gujarat HC ruling to levy court fees on approximately 150 Waqf lands, tribunal cases

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) | December 18, 2025 2:18:34 AM IST

Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Wednesday termed the Gujarat High Court's decision to levy court fees on Waqf properties and tribunal cases as a "historic decision," alleging that earlier provisions were brought in for political gain. ... read..

Lok Sabha adjourned to meet again at 11:00 AM on Dec 18

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 2:49:00 AM IST

The Lok Sabha on Wednesday was adjourned at midnight, with the next date for meeting set to 11 am on Thursday. The Lok Sabha took up discussion on Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM-G Bill), with MPs si ... read..

Leh hit by 3.4-magnitude earthquake

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 1:49:00 AM IST

An earthquake of magnitude 3.4 struck Leh, Ladakh late at night on Tuesday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). ... read..

KMB an encouragement for artists: PMO advisor Tarun Kapoor

Kochi (Kerala) | December 18, 2025 1:48:58 AM IST

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale (KMB) is an encouragement for artists across the world, said Tarun Kapoor, an advisor in the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), after viewing the artworks featured in the main venue, Aspinwall House, featuring the historic Director' ... read..

Tamil Nadu: Fire breaks out at LIC Office in Madurai, woman dies

Madurai (Tamil Nadu) | December 18, 2025 1:48:54 AM IST

A fire broke out in an LIC Office in the Periyar area of Madurai on Tuesday night. The fire tender and ambulance have been reported to be at the scene. One woman died during the incident, according to the Madurai City Police. ... read..

Parliament passes bill allowing 100 pc FDI in insurance sector

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 1:48:52 AM IST

Parliament on Wednesday passed the 'Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025', with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman assuring members that opening up the sector will attract new insurers, intermediaries and allied service provid ... read..

Indian Railways nears complete electrification; hits 99.2 % of broad gauge network, ahead of UK, Russia and China

New Delhi | December 18, 2025 1:48:50 AM IST

In a significant milestone for the nation's transportation infrastructure, Indian Railways has achieved electrification of 99.2 per cent of its broad gauge network, putting it ahead of countries like the UK (39%), Russia (52%), and China (82%), bringing t ... read..

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