Investigation into a Trichy-based doctor's alleged links to an international kidney trafficking ring faces delays as TN police cite festival duties. Maharashtra Police continues its probe independently. Read for the latest updates.
Tamil Nadu government sanctions ₹248.44 crore for Pongal gift hampers including rice, sugar, and sugarcane for 2.22 crore rice ration card holders. Distribution to be staggered to avoid crowds. Read details.
A tragic house fire in Almora's Diyari village claimed a young woman's life. Her father suffered severe burns trying to save her. Police are investigating the cause.
North Goa authorities sealed amusement rides at Dev Bodgeshwar jatra for lacking fire & safety NOCs. Crackdown follows SDMA orders to ensure crowd safety during the 9-day festival. Read details.
Goa's electoral officers begin hearings for 1.82 lakh voters not mapped in 2002 rolls. Voters must present original documents by Feb 14 to retain their voting rights. Details inside.
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema inaugurates Rs 1.61 crore canal lining in Dharmgarh, bringing over 400 acres under irrigation. Project to cut farmer costs, boost soil health.
A Chennai family had a miraculous escape after their car doors locked automatically during a breakdown in a flooded Perambur underpass. Read how locals and fire services staged a dramatic rescue.
Former FM P Chidambaram counters AICC's Praveen Chakravarthy, says debt-to-GSDP ratio is the true fiscal health indicator. TN's liabilities within limits. Read the full debate.
SIT registers another FIR against absconding gangster Shariq Satha, prime accused in Sambhal mosque survey violence. Read the latest updates on the case.
Patiala Police arrested eight gang members linked to murder and extortion, seizing 10 pistols and 19 cartridges. The gang was allegedly run by a fugitive abroad. Read for details.
A section of Chennai's busy R K Mutt Road caved in due to a damaged sewer line, causing traffic chaos. Police cordoned off the area. Restoration work begins Thursday night. Read for details.
New Year celebrations in Goa were marred by fatal road accidents and a drowning incident, claiming two lives and injuring several. Details on the tragic events across Canacona, Bicholim, and Morjim.
DIG Bareilly Range orders Gangsters Act registration against businessman Kanhaiya Lal Gulati, accused of a massive Rs 800 crore MLM fraud across states. Read the full investigation details.
Rourkela police arrested Bikash Satnami for possessing and transporting 9.8 kg of ganja near L&T office. His accomplices escaped. Read the full story for details on the NDPS Act case.
Goa's electricity department will penalise domestic consumers who exceed their contracted load. Learn about the new rules, penalties, and how to regularise your load to avoid fines.
A 63-year-old caretaker in Calangute was allegedly killed by his roommate after a midnight argument. Police have arrested the accused, who initially claimed an attack by outsiders. Read the full investigation details.
A North Goa court has sentenced Anish Darvajkar to seven days' imprisonment and a Rs 10,000 fine for a 2012 charas possession case. The court considered his clean record and time served. Read the full details of the NDPS Act ruling.
Punjab Cabinet Minister Aman Arora announces Rs 54.4 crore in development for Sunam, including a memorial upgrade and sewerage for 3,500 homes. Read about the projects and the call to bring Udham Singh's relics home.
Srikakulam police intercept car from Odisha, seize 90kg of dry cannabis, arrest one. Investigation ongoing to nab another suspect. Get the latest updates.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi issues a 15-point directive to Chief Secretary Anu Garg, targeting a $500-billion economy by 2036, zero tolerance for corruption, and exclusive use of Odia in official work. Read the key reforms.
As Tamil Nadu enters an election year, CM MK Stalin, AIADMK's EPS, BJP's Nagenthran & TVK's Vijay deliver politically loaded New Year wishes. Read the key statements shaping the state's political narrative.
A Mumbai traffic constable was injured after a biker rammed into him during a New Year's Eve nakabandi in Worli. Police have identified the vehicle and are searching for the rider. Read for details.
DRI officials at Mumbai airport seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold dust worth Rs 3.8 crore from a Bahrain arrival. Read the full details of the smuggling attempt.
Goa government revises its Mukhyamantri Dev Darshan Yojana, lowering the eligible age to 50-70 years. Applications now online, with free attendant travel. Read details.
Sharif Ahmed, 79, presumed dead by family, returned after 28 years to collect documents for West Bengal's electoral roll revision. A shocking reunion in Khatauli.
A 33-year-old woman, Pushpa Dharwar, was beaten to death by her husband in Sundargarh's Khuntijhari village following a domestic argument. Police have arrested the accused, Makunda Dharwar (38).
Bhubaneswar faces visual pollution and traffic hazards due to a surge of unauthorised New Year banners at key junctions. Activists and commuters demand action. Read more.
A 24-year-old man was arrested in Najibabad, Bijnor, after allegedly holding a 16-year-old girl at knifepoint inside a clothing store and demanding Rs 1 lakh and a motorcycle. Police overpowered him.
Goa government enforces stricter tree felling procedures under the 1984 Act. New rules mandate NOCs from all co-owners, digital mapping, public disclosure, and a 10-day appeal period. Learn the key changes.
Goa's New Year 2026 began with four major fires causing over Rs 30 lakh in damage. Fireworks triggered blazes in Vagator and Betalbatim. Read the full report on the incidents and losses.