A special POCSO court in Cuttack sentenced a 22-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for raping an 8-year-old girl. The court also imposed a fine and recommended Rs 4 lakh compensation for the survivor.
Mumbai's congested airport is set for relief as Navi Mumbai airport opens on Dec 25. A phased flight-sharing plan aims to ease pressure and boost regional air capacity. Read the full strategy.
Navi Mumbai International Airport opens Dec 25 with higher user fees. Jeet Adani says peak-hour Mumbai flights may shift to ease congestion. Read details on tariffs and expansion plans.
Navi Mumbai International Airport opens December 25 with higher user fees than Mumbai. Adani Group plans unified tariff for both airports, will shift flights to ease congestion. Details inside.
The Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport bus depot in Vashi is now operational after an 18-month delay, easing city commutes. However, the lack of an inter-state terminal continues to plague long-distance travellers.
Adani Airport Holdings announces three new terminals for Navi Mumbai International Airport, aiming for 90 million annual passengers. First phase opens March 2025.
IndiGo launches direct Navi Mumbai-Nagpur flights from Dec 25, easing Mumbai airport congestion. Fares start at Rs 5,000. Read how this boosts Maharashtra connectivity.
Navi Mumbai's modern Vashi Bus Terminal, built at ₹190 crore, is now open. It promises safer, organised travel with better facilities, marking a major upgrade for daily commuters.
A Kanpur court convicted Harnam Singh to six years rigorous imprisonment for molesting a 9-year-old girl. The judge also imposed a fine of Rs 30,000, with Rs 20,000 to be paid as compensation to the victim.
189 beneficiaries of Karnataka's Bhagyalakshmi scheme in Yadgir were subjected to child marriage, depriving them of financial aid and inviting legal action. DC warns of strict measures.
A Jharsuguda court sentenced a 39-year-old man to life imprisonment for raping his 17-year-old daughter. The POCSO court also imposed a fine and ordered compensation. Read the full details of the case.
A Thane court grants bail to a woman and her brother accused of sexually assaulting her 10-year-old son. The court cites investigation completion and no prior criminal history. Read the full details.
Cidco invites online bids from Dec 9 for a 20,000-seat multi-purpose arena in Navi Mumbai, set to rival global venues like Madison Square Garden. Submission deadline is Dec 30.
CIDCO plans India's biggest indoor entertainment arena in Navi Mumbai, modelled after Madison Square Garden. With 20,000 seats, it aims to boost tourism and create jobs. Read more.
A 13-year-old girl in Ujjain was allegedly raped by her two minor brothers after her adult elder brother made her drink alcohol. Police have registered a case under BNS, POCSO, and Juvenile Justice Act.
Navi Mumbai police arrested two drug peddlers from Punjab in a Belapur hostel raid, seizing opium and heroin worth Rs 13.7 lakh. The drugs were smuggled from Punjab. Read the full story.
Mumbai enjoys a sunny 27°C day with clear skies on Dec 6, 2025. AQI improves to 158 from 'very poor' levels. Check the weekly forecast and health tips for outdoor plans.
A Ranchi POCSO court sentences Nawal Kishore Singh Munda to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for repeatedly raping a minor. Read the full details of the landmark judgment.
A special Pocso court in Keonjhar sentenced a 60-year-old man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a 14-year-old girl in 2020. The court also imposed a fine. Read the full details of the verdict.
Mumbai enjoys sunny 30.4°C weather on Dec 5, 2025, but masks advised after yesterday's 'very poor' AQI of 158. Get the full weekly forecast and planning tips.
A sub-inspector and two constables in Jhansi booked for allegedly torturing a POCSO accused, causing 23 wounds and fractures. Special court orders detailed medical panel investigation.
A serious case of ragging & sexual harassment reported at a Hamirpur school. FIR filed against 6 seniors under POCSO & HP Anti-Ragging Act. Details inside.
Mumbai's historic B Ward, a Congress stronghold, battles chronic garbage accumulation, water supply problems, and parking chaos despite ongoing redevelopment. Residents and leaders voice concerns.
A Bareilly POCSO court awards life imprisonment to a 28-year-old man for raping a minor. The child's testimony and medical evidence proved crucial. Read the full details.
The season's first flamingos have landed in Mumbai and Navi Mumbai, signalling the start of the annual pink season. Bird lovers celebrate as experts urge stronger wetland protection.
Navi Mumbai International Airport begins commercial flights on December 25, 2025. The ₹19,650 crore project will handle 20 million passengers yearly, making Mumbai a dual-airport city like London and New York. Read more.
Central Railway officially renames Seawoods-Darave station to Seawoods-Darave-Karave, correcting a historical omission. The change follows state government request and Survey of India approval.
Navi Mumbai International Airport begins operations on December 25, 2025. Get the latest on flight schedules, airline routes, and the phased growth plan for this crucial aviation hub.
Mumbai enjoys pleasant sunny weather today with 28.7°C temperature, but yesterday's very poor air quality (AQI 295) raises health concerns. Get tips for safe outdoor activities.
Calcutta High Court acquits a man sentenced under the Pocso Act, citing material inconsistencies in witness testimony. Justice Ghosh sets aside the trial court's 3-year imprisonment order.