Thousands of tobacco farmers protest in Andhra Pradesh & Karnataka against a steep GST hike, warning it will crush livelihoods and boost illegal smuggling. FAIFA demands a rollback to revenue-neutral rates.
Delhi Police's Cyber Cell registers FIR against unknown persons for spreading false news about teachers counting stray dogs. The DoE clarifies no such directive was issued. Read details.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces India's first bullet train will start operations on Independence Day 2027. The 508-km Mumbai-Ahmedabad corridor progresses with a key tunnel breakthrough.
Supreme Court rules passport authorities cannot deny renewal to an accused if courts allow it. Landmark judgment upholds right to life and liberty under Article 21. Details inside.
A viral video shows a man guiding a car from its bonnet in dense fog, sparking a huge online debate about dangerous driving and road safety in India. Watch the shocking clip and join the conversation.
Bihar ministers' asset declarations show EBC welfare minister as richest, with deputy CMs wealthier than Nitish Kumar. Details of multi-crore family wealth revealed. Read the full analysis.
Kerala Congress leader VD Satheesan claims the state government is pressuring the SIT in the Sabarimala gold loss probe, contradicting CM Pinarayi Vijayan's stance. Read the latest political clash.
Senior BJP leader Uma Bharti criticizes Indore authorities for negligence after multiple deaths, alleging officials enjoy Bisleri while the public suffers. Read her sharp rebuke.
Bihar ministers' asset declarations for 2025 show Deputy CMs wealthier than Nitish Kumar, with EBC Welfare Minister Rama Nishad being the richest. Details inside.
Haryana uncovers a massive Rs 1,500 crore scam involving fake construction worker registrations and work slips. CM Nayab Singh Saini orders probe after Minister Anil Vij flags irregularities. Details inside.
A video shows a UP police officer claiming a device can detect Bangladeshi citizenship by scanning a man's back. The incident in Ghaziabad has triggered a major backlash. Read the full story.
As the Indian National Congress turns 140, older than independent India, it faces crucial assembly elections in five states. Can it move beyond nostalgia and rebrand its campaign to regain relevance? Read our analysis.
A South Korean court has extended the detention warrant for former President Yoon on charges including aiding an enemy state. Get the latest details on this major political development.
Punjab Police suspect Pakistan's ISI orchestrated the Nalagarh blast. BKI and PSA claimed responsibility, citing drug trade. Details and official response inside.
Get the latest from Thiruvananthapuram! Stay updated on civic alerts, traffic conditions, weather, and key political developments in the capital city. Watch the full video for details.
A major fire broke out inside an Army camp store in Joshimath, Uttarakhand. Fire tenders rushed to the spot. No casualties reported. Watch video.
The Muslim Welfare Association announces it will endorse only educated candidates in Maharashtra's upcoming civic polls. Veteran leader Saleem Sarang leads the call for qualified leadership.
A major fire broke out in a store inside an Army camp on Auli Road in Joshimath, Uttarakhand. Fire brigade teams are at the scene. Stay updated with the latest developments.
Get the latest updates from Varanasi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the holy city.
Get the latest Noida news for January 2, 2026. Stay informed on civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Watch the full video for complete details.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces initial frequency for India's first bullet train. Peak-hour services will start at 15-20 minute intervals, aiming for 10 minutes. Read the latest project updates.
Forest Department neutralises a 3-year-old male wolf in Bahraich's Bhirgu Purwa after failed capture attempt. Drone surveillance & combing ops continue for village safety. Read details.
Karnataka's MSIL outlets saw liquor sales nearly double on New Year's Eve, earning a record Rs 181.1 crore. Discover the festive surge and top-selling brands.
Delhi Assembly officials plan to use recorded langur calls to scare away monkeys causing damage. The innovative solution aims to tackle the persistent simian menace around the government complex.
A violent protest against a coal mining project in Chhattisgarh's Tamnar saw a woman constable's clothes torn. Two individuals arrested following the December 27 incident. Read the full report.
The Enforcement Directorate arrests a second accused in the Rs 200 crore digital arrest scam involving Ludhiana industrialist SP Oswal. Details on the money laundering probe and cyber fraud.
Rahul Gandhi accuses PM Modi of staying silent when the poor die, blasting the BJP over the Indore stepwell tragedy that claimed 14 lives. Read the full political fallout.
A Railway Police Force officer investigating a major gold robbery on a train has been arrested for his alleged involvement in the Rs 1.4 crore heist. Shocking twist in the case.
The Union Cabinet approves a ₹19,142 crore highway project, cutting Surat-Chennai travel from 31 to 17 hours. A major boost for west-south connectivity and logistics.
Mumbai's BMC floats tender for a 7.05 km underground tunnel from Manori desalination plant to Kandivali. The Rs 200 crore project will supply 400 MLD water to western suburbs.