BJP Asks Two Pune Candidates to Withdraw Amid Protests
Internal strife rocks Pune BJP as party workers' opposition forces withdrawal of two candidates, Pooja More-Jadhav and Sujata Kakade, ahead of civic polls. Read the full story.
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Arora lays foundation for Rs 54.4 cr projects in Sangrur
Punjab Minister Aman Arora inaugurated development projects worth Rs 54.40 crore in Sunam, including the renovation of Shaheed Udham Singh Martyrdom Memorial. He also urged the Centre to bring back the martyr's relics from Britain.
Green Corridor Phase 2 in Lucknow to open by January end
Lucknow's second Green Corridor phase from Gomtinagar to Daliganj is set for a late January launch. Expected to ease city centre traffic for over 1 lakh daily commuters. Read more.
Khandait Reappointed Nagpur Electricity Lokpal for Vidarbha
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission reappoints Bhalchandra Khandait as Nagpur Electricity Lokpal. The veteran with 35 years' experience will address consumer grievances in Vidarbha and Marathwada. Read more.
Nagpur Police Raids Target Rave Parties Before Elections
Nagpur police launch intensive pre-election drive, raiding venues for illegal rave parties with foreign nationals. Crackdown aims for crime-free environment before Jan 15 NMC polls. Read details.
CM Yogi Helps Army Officer's Daughter Reclaim Occupied House
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath's swift intervention ensures a late army officer's daughter, battling schizophrenia, gets her illegally occupied Lucknow house back within 24 hours. Read the full story of justice delivered.
Lucknow Sees 1,398 Police Incidents on New Year's Eve
Lucknow Police faced a deluge of 1,398 incidents between Dec 31 and Jan 1. Interpersonal disputes topped the list. Discover how the force managed the festive chaos.
2 Dead as Car Plunges into Canal Near Lucknow After New Year
Two men died and one critically injured after a car returning from New Year celebrations overturned into a canal near Lucknow. Police investigate the tragic accident. Read for details.
Ankita Bhandari Case: 3 Years On, Vigils & VIP Claims Pressure Govt
Three years after Ankita Bhandari's murder, fresh VIP involvement allegations spark statewide candlelight vigils and a major protest planned for Jan 4, mounting pressure on the Uttarakhand government for a CBI probe.
NYC Mayor Shows Solidarity with Umar Khalid in Jail
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani writes to student activist Umar Khalid, jailed in Delhi riots case. Family details meeting, as US lawmakers raise detention concerns.
KGMU intern booked for sexual exploitation, threats in Lucknow
A nursing student in Lucknow files a police complaint against a KGMU MBBS intern for sexual exploitation and threats to leak explicit images. Police investigation underway.
Rats Eat 200 Kg Ganja Evidence in Jharkhand Drug Case
A Jharkhand court acquitted drug case accused after police claimed rats ate 200 kg of seized ganja. The bizarre incident raises serious questions about evidence handling. Read the full story.
Bareilly Vigilante Attack Raises Questions on Viksit Bharat
A violent attack on a birthday party in Bareilly, where a nursing student's friends were assaulted, forces a national question: Is this the social fabric of a developed India? Read more.
Navigating a World Without International Norms in 2026
As the rules-based order crumbles, C. Raja Mohan outlines India's three critical priorities for 2026: internal cohesion, credible deterrence, and regional leadership. Read the analysis.
India's Two Christmases: Celebration vs. Fear
Derek O'Brien contrasts Kolkata's vibrant Christmas with attacks on celebrations in North India. Explore the community's contributions and rising concerns over religious freedom. Read more.
Rajasthan deploys fog safety teams at 5 toll plazas
Rajasthan transport department launches night teams at Jaipur, Alwar & Bharatpur tolls to curb accidents during Road Safety Month. Get crucial driving tips for foggy weather.
Two held for Gurgaon KV principal attack, minor involved
Two weeks after a brutal attack on a Kendriya Vidyalaya principal in Gurgaon's Sector 14, police arrest two, including a minor. The assault stemmed from a school dispute. Read the full details.
Fadnavis: Late MLA Jagtap Key to Pimpri Chinchwad's Development
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated a memorial for late MLA Laxman Jagtap, crediting him with initiating over 50 major projects that transformed Pimpri Chinchwad. Read about his political legacy.
Head Constable Arrested for Bribery in Sikar's Neem Ka Thana
Anti-Corruption Bureau nabs a police head constable in Rajasthan's Sikar district while accepting a bribe of Rs 10,000. The accused had demanded Rs 50,000 to tamper with a case. Read the full details.
Nagpur NYE Drive: 147 Drunk Driving Cases, 80 Wrong-Side Riders Booked
Nagpur traffic police conducted a massive 10-hour operation on New Year's Eve, checking 6000 vehicles & booking 147 for drunk driving. DCP Lohit Matani credits the drive for averting mishaps. Read more.
KGMU Doctor Missing After NBW in Exploitation Case
A KGMU resident doctor accused of sexual exploitation and forcing religious conversion is missing. Police issue a non-bailable warrant as the investigation deepens into his background and marriages. Read the latest.
150 Kg Ammonium Nitrate Seized in Tonk, NIA Alerted
Central security agencies probe illegal transport of 150kg ammonium nitrate in Tonk, Rajasthan. NIA involved as investigators examine mining, terror links. Read the latest details.
Man arrested in Darjeeling for impersonating Army soldier
Bhavesh Ghatani from Darjeeling was arrested for impersonating an Indian Army subedar. Investigation reveals suspected Pakistani links, cyber blackmail, and financial transactions. Read the full security implications.
Rajasthan Halts New Administrative Units for Census
Rajasthan govt freezes creation of new districts, tehsils & boundary changes until 2027 Census. Details on the two-phase exercise and what's exempted. Read more.
India's 2026 Challenge: Reality vs. Political Fantasy
As India enters 2026, columnist Pratap Bhanu Mehta argues the nation faces a pivotal contest between sober realism and corrosive political fantasy. Will it confront its real challenges or chase illusions?
Ex-Diplomat KP Fabian: India Must Use Diplomacy on Bangladesh
Former diplomat KP Fabian advises India to prioritize diplomatic dialogue over military action regarding Bangladesh, emphasizing historical ties and regional stability. Read his strategic insights.
2 Held for Extortion Bid on Cattle Owner in DK
Mangaluru police arrest two for trying to extort money from a cattle owner in Dakshina Kannada. One suspect is absconding. Details on the case and police action inside.
3 Dead in Fatal SUV-Tanker Crash on NH-19 Near Burdwan
Three family members died in a tragic accident on NH-19 near Burdwan after their SUV hit a stationary gas tanker. The driver is seriously injured. Read the full details of the heartbreaking incident.
Rajasthan Updates Land Norms for Solar, Wind Energy Projects
Rajasthan's energy department revises land allotment limits for renewable projects, aligning with new tech efficiencies. The move aims to fast-track the state's clean energy goals. Read more.
Gurgaon: Affair leads to murder bid on husband, 2 held
A Gurgaon woman and her lover arrested for plotting to kill her husband. The attack near VPS School in Khoh village was planned after the affair was discovered. Read the full details.
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