Chennai's 77th Republic Day celebrations transformed Marina Promenade with a grand motorcade, military displays including T-90 tanks & Tejas aircraft, and vibrant cultural performances from across India.
Hyderabad police registered a criminal case against individuals who allegedly tortured a dog for two days and set it ablaze near KVR Valley. The case was filed based on a complaint by a private defence company CEO.
Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and Chief Minister M K Stalin displayed carefully measured civility during Chennai's Republic Day celebrations, maintaining visible distance despite sharing the stage.
Another 200 stray dogs were allegedly poisoned to death in Pathipaka village, Hanumakonda district, marking the second mass killing in the area this month. Police are investigating links to local elections.
Karnataka High Court's decision allows bike taxis to operate again, but lack of clear regulations creates safety risks for commuters without proper protocols.
A viral social media ad offering used cars for just Rs 26,000 as a Republic Day deal led to a massive crowd and chaos in Hyderabad's Mallapur, resulting in a police case against the car dealer.
A man breached seven-tier security at Chennai airport on Republic Day, entering the terminal unchecked. CISF detained him after CCTV spotted suspicious activity, launching an investigation into the lapse.
Bengaluru's BMTC collected Rs 6.59 lakh in fines from 3,051 passengers in December 2025, including penalties for ticketless travel and seat violations.
Cyberabad EOW files chargesheet against Fibwave Analytics LLP and two individuals for allegedly cheating investors of nearly Rs 6 crore with promises of 48% annual returns. Case filed in Rangareddy court.
The Special Investigation Team probing the alleged phone tapping case in Hyderabad has summoned former BRS Rajya Sabha MP Joginapally Santosh Kumar for questioning, intensifying the political investigation.
Karnataka State Information Commission rules Electronics City Industrial Township Authority is a public authority under RTI Act, mandating transparency and information disclosure.
Minnesota officials asked a federal judge to temporarily halt the Trump administration's immigration enforcement surge, citing fatal shootings and violent encounters. Judge Katherine Menendez expressed concerns about the broad scope of the request.
Five years after becoming a municipal corporation, Avadi in Chennai still lacks piped water and sewage for one-third of its area. Officials propose ₹450 crore for infrastructure, but residents face ongoing hardships.
Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar claims an arson attempt and vandalism at a Bharat Mata pandal in West Bengal, while police investigate a possible short circuit as the cause.
Chennai's ambitious reading zone initiative in city parks, launched to promote literacy, now lies abandoned with damaged structures and empty shelves despite initial public enthusiasm.
Chennai police arrested two men and a woman in Kodungaiyur for selling banned manja thread after a 67-year-old man suffered severe injuries from a kite string on Moolakadai flyover.
Mysuru division of South Western Railway achieves 91.7% train punctuality, 9% freight earnings increase, electrification of ghat section, and enhanced safety measures under DRM Mudit Mittal.
Chikkamagaluru, Hassan, Mandya, Madikeri, Shivamogga & Chamarajanagar celebrated Republic Day with flower shows, millet melas, and major development announcements from ministers.
District Minister N Cheluvarayaswamy inaugurated the Gandhi Bhavan in Mandya, built at Rs 3 crore, to educate youth about Mahatma Gandhi's philosophies and India's freedom struggle through modern facilities.
Karnataka High Court rules that Negotiable Instruments Act prevails over BNSS, eliminating requirement for notice to accused before taking cognisance in cheque dishonour cases.
Tension escalated in Tiruttani as VCK members protested and burnt an effigy of TVK's Aadhav Arjuna over his controversial comments about party membership. Police detained 15 cadres.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated the Jhuggi Basti Sampark Abhiyan Toli scheme with ₹700 crore budget for slum areas, promising parks, safety, roads, sanitation, and drinking water facilities.
Codava National Council members staged a dharna at Kodagu DC's office, demanding a commission for geo-political autonomy and ST status for the indigenous Kodava community.
Former President Donald Trump explains his eye-closing during cabinet meetings as listening, not sleeping, while Marco Rubio reveals his secret naps on Air Force One.
Three British nationals face charges for allegedly conspiring to assault two prominent Pakistani dissidents in the UK who support jailed former PM Imran Khan. The incidents occurred in December 2023.
The European Union is set to invite India to join a key programme aimed at developing advanced defence capabilities, marking a significant step in EU-India strategic cooperation.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inaugurated infrastructure projects worth Rs 327 crore for jhuggi jhopri residents on Republic Day, emphasizing her government's commitment to improving their quality of life.
IGP Amit Singh and DCRE SP Simon CA from Mangaluru receive the Medal for Meritorious Service on Republic Day. Their distinguished careers include key roles in Karnataka policing, NIA deputation, and high-profile investigations.
Delhi Police head constable Rinku Tewatia arrested for allegedly making a hoax bomb threat on Delhi-Patna Rajdhani Express to settle personal feud, causing major disruption at Aligarh station.
The Madras High Court ruled that a trade union can continue an industrial dispute even if a majority of workers accept a settlement, dismissing Pennar Industries' plea against its union.