Darjeeling is set for a magical white New Year as temperatures plummet. Hotels are fully booked until January, signaling a major revival for tourism after the October landslides. Get the full forecast and travel details here.
Chennai police arrest notorious history-sheeter Ambedkar in Andhra Pradesh. He faces over 30 criminal cases, including murder. Read the full story for details on the operation and seized items.
Chandigarh Police arrests two men from Daman and Diu for cheating a resident of Rs 60 lakh in a fraudulent cancer medicine business deal. Details of the elaborate online scam revealed.
Surat PCB police arrested Rajkumar Patel, wanted for a 2011 murder, from Hosur after a 15-year chase. A Rs 10,000 reward was announced. Read the full story of the interstate manhunt.
Israeli police detained a Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus at a Christmas event in Bethlehem, citing a permit violation. The incident has sparked criticism from local officials.
Calcutta High Court's Jalpaiguri bench temporarily lifts liquor sale ban at iconic Glenary's in Darjeeling, citing festive spirit and revenue. Bar to operate with strict accounting until January 12.
Tourists can again witness the famous sunrise at Darjeeling's Tiger Hill as the indefinite ban by hill taxi drivers is lifted. The GTA resolved the stand-off, with further talks scheduled for January 16. Read the full story.
Sangli cyber police arrest Jaib Jawed Shaikh for operating a 'mule account' racket, seizing 34 debit cards & 27 SIMs. Discover how cyber fraud networks operate in India.
Assam Police arrests one, detains another for sharing videos justifying Bangladesh lynching. Phones seized, probe ongoing. Strict action promised against communal hate online.
Lance Naik Raj Shaker of the 191 Artillery Regiment died during a winter training drill in the Teesta river. The Army has ordered a court of inquiry. Read the full report.
IMD forecasts a fresh temperature dip in West Bengal from Christmas week. Dense fog disrupts visibility. Know the coldest spots and weather warnings.
Uttarakhand Police's STF and cyber crime unit arrest a Class 12 student from Jaipur for allegedly aiding a gang that cheated an 80-year-old man of Rs 20 lakh through a 'digital arrest' fraud. Read the full investigation details.
Discover 10 unforgettable train routes where the journey is the destination. From Switzerland's Glacier Express to India's Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, experience slow travel at its best.
A man and woman were arrested in Coimbatore for purchasing 29kg of ganja chocolates online. Police say they planned a Goa trip. Read the full details of the NDPS case.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu accepts NYC invite, plans visit soon. Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's campaign promise to arrest him faces legal and political scrutiny. Read the full story.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee virtually inaugurates the restored 182-year-old St Andrew's Church in Darjeeling. The Gothic-style heritage structure underwent a Rs 1.55 crore conservation project.
Barwala police arrest a man for cheating a youth of Rs 10.20 lakh with a false promise of sending him to Italy. The accused was nabbed at Indore airport. Read the full story.
Discover three unforgettable Indian train journeys: the UNESCO-listed Kalka-Shimla toy train, the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, and the coastal Konkan Railway. Experience breathtaking landscapes and engineering marvels.
Vigilance sleuths arrest Dasmantpur IIC Sukma Hansdah for demanding Rs 20,000 bribe to submit case diary. Searches launched for disproportionate assets. Read the full details.
Calcutta High Court cancels 313 teacher appointments in GTA, calls them illegal. CID probe into 2019 recruitment irregularities to continue. Details inside.
Mangaluru police apprehend interstate criminal Abdul Rawoof, wanted in 25 cases across Kerala and Karnataka. Details on his arrest and criminal history inside.
Nagpur faces a surge in 'digital arrest' cyber frauds, with 14 cases and Rs 6 crore lost. Police recover Rs 65 lakh, arrest 6. Learn how to stay safe from virtual extortion.
Punjab Police, with central agencies, arrested two BKI terrorists in Mumbai. Sajan Masih and Sukhdev Kumar, linked to Pakistan-based Rinda, were involved in grenade attacks and murders. Read the full operation details.
Bavdhan police arrest suspended sub-registrar Ravindra Taru for illegally registering a sale deed for 40-acre govt land in Mundhwa, causing massive stamp duty loss. Son of Deputy CM Ajit Pawar linked to buyer firm. Read the full investigation.
Nagpur cyber police cracked two major fraud cases, arresting four individuals for a 'digital arrest' scam and a crypto investment fraud, collectively cheating victims of over Rs 2 crore. Read the full investigation details.
Bombay High Court criticizes police and magistrate for illegal arrest in a share market fraud case, stressing individual reasons for arrest are mandatory. Read the landmark ruling.
FBI arrests Brian Cole for 2021 pipe bombs near RNC and DNC. Dramatic videos of the Virginia raid go viral online. Get the latest updates on this major development.
A 36-year-old man in Bengaluru was arrested for swapping a 15-gram gold ring with a fake at a jewellery shop. Police reveal he used the same method in earlier thefts. Read the full story.
Darjeeling's iconic Capitol Hall clock, silent for 3 months, is set for a full renovation. Plans include a museum, selfie point & banquet hall to boost tourism. Read more.
IMD forecasts a 2-4°C drop in minimum temperatures across West Bengal over four days, with dry weather and morning fog likely. Kolkata recorded 20°C, while Darjeeling was coldest at 7°C. Read the full weather bulletin.