A tragic head-on collision between two cars in Indore's Umrikheda area resulted in one fatality and seven injuries. A Mumbai couple was among the injured. Preliminary reports suggest driver fatigue as the cause.
On December 30, 1985, Pakistan's Zia-ul-Haq appointed new governors as martial law neared its end, while India's Congress planned internal elections. A 'Star Wars' hydrogen bomb test shook Nevada. Explore this pivotal day in history.
Sanjaya Baru analyses the Congress party's decline, tracing it to the 1969 split and centralisation of power. He argues decentralisation is key for Congress's revival, while BJP's similar centralisation under Modi poses a long-term risk. Read the full ana
US President Trump claims a draft to end the Ukraine war is 95% done. However, the future of Donbas remains a major obstacle. Read about India's strategic interests.
Allahabad High Court mandates interim maintenance for women from application date, not court order date, criticizing delays. Landmark ruling ensures financial security.
Over 100 BJP candidates filed nominations for Pune Municipal Corporation elections. Alliance with Shiv Sena remains uncertain as seat-sharing talks continue. Last day for nominations is Tuesday.
Prayagraj police conducts comprehensive security mock drills for the 44-day Magh Mela 2026 to test emergency preparedness for fire, stampedes, and water accidents. Read details.
Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya accuses opposition of misinformation on reservations. He urges BJP workers to focus on voter list verification for victory till 2047. Read more.
Police in Pratapgarh arrested a wanted criminal and his two aides after an encounter. The accused were involved in a school theft case. Read the full details of the operation here.
Indore police arrested three youths from an interstate burglary gang, seizing gold, silver, a pistol, and cartridges. The gang targeted empty houses. Read the full investigation details.
Dewas police cracked a highway theft case, arresting five gang members who stole LED TVs from moving trucks. Recovered items worth ₹3.25 lakh. Read the full investigation details.
Indore Crime Branch arrested Bhupendra Digwa with 13.82g brown sugar worth Rs 1.40 lakh. The total seizure value is Rs 2.30 lakh. Read the full details of the NDPS Act case here.
Myanmar's military-backed USDP claims over 80% of contested seats in the first phase of polls. Critics and watchdogs condemn the election as a sham to entrench junta rule. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court stays its Nov 20 verdict on Aravalli definition, halting the controversial 100-metre rule. An expert committee will now re-examine mapping to protect the ancient range's ecology. Read more.
Exclusive analysis reveals how two 'natural experiments' in Assam and UP provide proof that the SIR's compulsory forms and citizenship proof requirement lead to mass disenfranchisement. Read the full investigation.
MCD submits a Rs 2,000 crore plan to repair 1,500 km of roads by 2026 to combat Delhi's severe dust pollution. South and Outer Delhi zones prioritized. Read details.
Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) announce alliance for Pune Municipal Corporation polls, agreeing on 105 seats. Talks continue with MNS and VBA for remaining seats. Read the full details.
Lucknow Police scanned 1500 CCTV cameras in a 5-day operation to recover Zuljana (Duldul), a revered horse stolen from a Karbala. One arrested, reward announced. Read the full story.
A 35-year-old petrol pump attendant in Kanpur was brutally murdered by a man and his nephew after a verbal altercation. The accused confessed to police after the victim's father filed a case. Read the shocking details.
Kanpur DM Jitendra Pratap Singh reviews Magh Mela 2026 preparations, stressing zero negligence in sanitation and pollution control. Key directives issued for sewage, waste management, and strict monitoring.
Four victims, including two doctors, file an FIR in Kanpur against alleged mega-fraudster Ravindranath Soni for a Rs 9.44 crore investment scam. Read the full details of the cross-border fraud case.
After a bitter split, Sharad and Ajit Pawar's NCP groups form an alliance for Pune's civic polls. Political analysts see this as a potential first step towards a larger reconciliation in Maharashtra politics. Read more.
A 32-year-old man's naked body was discovered at a Kanpur railway ground, mutilated by stray dogs. Police are investigating the mysterious death of Rahul Awasthi.
A backup van driver in Pune was detained after allegedly assaulting a Class VI student in Katraj. Police are registering a case under the POCSO Act. Read the full details.
Pune Municipal Corporation sees a final-day nomination surge as major parties delay candidate lists to prevent defections. Over 694 nominations filed on Monday. Key details inside.
Former Rajasthan CM Ashok Gehlot welcomed SC's stay on Aravalli order, accused Union Minister Bhupender Yadav of misleading people. Read his full interview.
US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to Hamas, demanding swift disarmament in Gaza. Following talks with Israeli PM Netanyahu, he also cautioned Iran against rebuilding its military capabilities. Read the key outcomes.
The UAE strongly condemned a drone attack targeting Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence. Read the official statement and global reaction to this security breach.
Donald Trump claimed a pardon for Benjamin Netanyahu is imminent. The Israeli President's office swiftly denied the statement, highlighting a major diplomatic discrepancy.
The Union Cabinet approved the 8th Pay Commission, effective 1 Jan 2026. Central govt employees & pensioners await hikes. Experts explain fitment factor impact on pensions. Details inside.