Toddler rescued from suspected ritual sacrifice in Bengaluru
A toddler was rescued in Bengaluru after officials intervened in a suspected 'treasure sacrifice' ritual. The incident occurred in Hoskote taluk on Saturday, January 4, 2026.
A toddler was rescued in Bengaluru after officials intervened in a suspected 'treasure sacrifice' ritual. The incident occurred in Hoskote taluk on Saturday, January 4, 2026.
Madurai court dismisses bail for two policemen accused in the 2025 custodial death of temple guard B Ajith Kumar. Judge cites gravity of offence, witness intimidation risk. Read details.
A 32-year-old woman died of asphyxiation after a fire broke out in her KR Puram flat in Bengaluru. The incident occurred early Friday, with a short circuit suspected as the cause.
A Mumbai civil court has ordered a gardener's family to vacate servant quarters in Madh Island, dismissing their adverse possession claim. The legal battle spanned over 15 years. Read the full details.
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan attacks the central government for not condemning the US over the Venezuela invasion and capture of its President. Read the full story.
As 2026 begins, Vandita Mishra analyses BJP's governance failures, rising vigilantism, and the Opposition's struggle to find a compelling counter-narrative. Read the full critique.
Aam Aadmi Party leader and sarpanch Jarmal Singh was gunned down by assailants disguised as guests at a wedding in Amritsar. Police probe gangster threats and extortion angle. Read the full story.
The stage is set for a fierce BJP vs NCP battle in the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation elections, with direct contests in 44 seats. Get the full seat-wise breakdown and political analysis here.
Congress demands judicial probe & mayor's sacking after Indore water contamination. Party seeks culpable homicide case against civic officials. Details inside.
A Dalit woman was stabbed to death in Karnataka. The accused was later found dead in a forest. BJP state president B Y Vijayendra demands Rs 50 lakh and land for the victim's family.
Madurai Corporation launches special camps to clarify garbage user charges for residents. Learn about the new fees, payment methods, and how to avoid penalties. Get informed now!
Senior Dravidian ideologue and former MP L Ganesan, a key figure in the anti-Hindi movement, passed away at 92. CM Stalin paid homage. Read about his political journey.
A woman from Manipur has been arrested for allegedly murdering her South Korean live-in partner in Greater Noida. The brutal knife attack occurred in their rented flat. Full details inside.
Tamil Nadu BJP President Nainar Nagenthran rallies party cadre, urging them to pledge tireless efforts to unseat the ruling DMK. He predicts NDA expansion in the state ahead of crucial polls.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray demands suspension of Speaker Rahul Narwekar for alleged bullying and election norm violations. He also calls for re-polling in uncontested BMC wards. Read the full story.
Shiv Sena's election manifesto faces plagiarism allegations, with large sections copied from rival parties' documents. The controversy raises questions about originality in political promises.
Karnataka government considers CID probe into Ballari clash that killed a Congress worker. BJP MLA Gali Janardhan Reddy alleges murder plot, seeks Z-category security. Read the latest developments.
US-based gangster Mani Bhinder claims responsibility for killing Congress worker Umarseer Singh in Moga. Police probe political rivalry, block samiti polls link. Read the full investigation.
A new Rs 8.5 crore transformer at Masora substation aims to end low-voltage woes for Kondagaon's maize farmers and rural consumers. Read how this upgrade stabilizes the power supply.
Chhattisgarh's seed production area surges 85% for Kharif 2025. Farmers get faster payments as state meets soaring demand for certified seeds. Read the full report.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta inspected the Yamuna clean-up at Chhath ghat, calling it a public movement. She praised volunteers and outlined the government's phased campaign for river rejuvenation.
Chhattisgarh govt organised a one-day educational tour on organic farming & tourism for 134 rehabilitated youths in Dantewada. The initiative aims at sustainable livelihoods & social inclusion. Read more.
Kerala Congress leadership begins a strategic camp to formulate its 'Mission 2026' action plan and discuss candidate selection for the upcoming state polls. Key details inside.
Massive protests erupt across Uttarakhand demanding a CBI probe into the 2022 murder of 19-year-old Ankita Bhandari. Citizens vow to continue until justice is served.
A 25-year-old man was stabbed to death in Etah's Manpur village after a panchayat called to resolve a love marriage dispute turned violent. Read the full story.
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev criticises Donald Trump's recognition of Venezuela's opposition leader as unlawful but consistent with US policy. Read the full analysis.
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray releases BMC election manifesto, pledging 100 units free power, ₹1,500 monthly for women & restoring Mumbai's glory. Read the key promises.
As BRICS Chair, India expressed concern over Venezuela but refrained from condemning US actions. Explore India's diplomatic balancing act and its implications for global South leadership. Read more.
Ambala police arrest a construction supervisor for leaking military information to a Pakistan-based honeytrap module via social media. Details on the case and investigation inside.
Nigeria's NDLEA arrests 22 Indian crew members after seizing 31.5 kg of cocaine from a merchant ship at Lagos port. Details on the international drug trafficking operation.