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Outlining the government’s policy, the Home Minister said there would be zero tolerance for those who manufacture and sell drugs Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced a three-year, nationwide campaign against drug abuse and trafficking, describing the problem as one linked more to narco-terrorism than to routine law-and-order challenges. Chairing the 9th apex-level meeting of the Narco‑Coordination…

The central government wants to maintain the status of air purifiers as luxury goods that are categorised under the 18 percent tax slab The Centre has strongly opposed a plea to classify air purifiers as essential health tools so as to slash GST on the device. Despite the worsening air quality in Delhi-NCR, the central government wants…

The Delhi Police on Thursday made six more arrests in connection with the violence. The fresh arrests take the total number of people held so far to 11, including the apprehension of a juvenile. The Delhi Police has identified at least 10 social media influencers for allegedly spreading rumours in connection with the violence near central Delhi’s…

The Punjab Congress launched the ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’ from Gurdaspur, demanding the revival of MGNREGA and rollback of the VB-G RAM G Act. Leaders including Bhupesh Baghel, Amarinder Singh Raja Warring, and Partap Bajwa criticised the BJP Centre for hostility towards the scheme, and the AAP government in Punjab for law-and-order failures, while vowing to protect rural…

A viral video from Ghaziabad shows a restaurant worker allegedly spitting on rotis while cooking, prompting police action after the claims appeared prima facie true. A video showing a restaurant worker in Ghaziabad allegedly spitting on rotis while baking them has gone viral on social media. The incident occurred at a shop named ‘Chicken Point’. In the…

Imam opposed the Delhi Police’s case invoking terror charges against him. Activist Sharjeel Imam told a Delhi court on Thursday that the Delhi Police’s allegations that Umar Khalid is his mentor and guru are totally false and the two never had any major interaction while they were studying at the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). Advocate Talib Mustafa…

Opposing a PIL to categorise air-purifiers as medical devices, the government has said that the GST Council is the sole body empowered to make decisions on GST rates. The Central government has told the Delhi High Court that judicial directions to reduce Goods and Services Tax (GST) on air purifiers would be unconstitutional and violate the doctrine…

The northern Indian city of Dehradun, located in the Himalayan foothills, was shaken by a violent incident weeks ago. Brothers Anjel and Michael Chakma – students who had migrated more than 1,500 miles from the north-eastern state of Tripura for studies – had gone to a market on 9 December when they were confronted by a group…

According to officials, there are dozens of monkeys near and around the location who create trouble, jumping on wires and dish antennas and breaking them. The Delhi Assembly is planning to hire people who can mimic langur’s sounds to tackle the persistent menace of simians entering the Vidhan Sabha premises, officials said on Friday. According to officials,…

It was also alleged that the brother of the YouTuber threatened the victim’s family of dire consequences if they pursued the matter further. A 14-year old schoolgirl was allegedly gang-raped by a You Tuber and a cop in Uttar Pradesh’s Kanpur district. According to the police sources, the YouTuber, identified as Shivbaran Yadav, was arrested while the…

The information has been shared with multiple agencies, including those responsible for securing airports and other sensitive installations. A high alert has been sounded in Mumbai after intelligence agencies alerted about a possible terror threat, security agencies’ sources told CNN-News18. As per sources, intelligence agencies alerted that there is suspicion of planning for an ISI-backed attack, with…

US President Donald Trump claimed that Narendra Modi personally approached him over long-pending Apache helicopter deliveries and trade issues, while acknowledging a strong personal rapport. US President Donald Trump said Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally approached him over India’s pending defence purchases and trade issues, including the long-delayed delivery of Apache helicopters called him ‘Sir’. Speaking at…

In Faridabad, a 32-year-old woman named Kavita discovered a bullet lodged in her leg for nearly two decades while cleaning a wound. She had been experiencing pain and infection for two months, leading her to investigate. A routine attempt to clean an infected wound turned into a shocking discovery for a 32-year-old woman in Faridabad, after she…

Ankita Bhandari Murder Case: Sources said that during the several hours of questioning, the police seized several audio recordings from Sanawar’s mobile phone, which will be sent for forensic examination. Urmila Sanawar, the actress who caused a political storm in Uttarakhand with fresh allegations in the Ankita Bhandari murder case, was questioned by the police for several…

The choice of Singur is symbolic, given Mamata Banerjee’s 2006 protests against land acquisition for Tata Motors’ Nano project, which led the company to shift production to Gujarat. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to address a public gathering in Singur, Hooghly district, on January 18, during his planned two-day visit to West Bengal. He will also…

A new government report outlines how India could attract global students by 2047, while flagging key gaps that universities must fix to reach that goal. India could host more than 1.1 million international students by 2047, the year the country marks 100 years of Independence, according to a new government-backed assessment that links higher education to the…

“I have a very good relationship with him. He’s not that happy with me because you know they’re paying a lot of tariffs now because they’re not doing the oil,” Trump said US President Donald Trump on Tuesday reiterated his good relationship with Prime Minister Narendra Modi; however, he underscored PM Modi’s unhappiness over the high tariffs…

The scavenger birds were translocated from the Vulture Conservation Breeding Centre at Pinjore to the Somthana Range of Melghat in Amravati district on April 23 last year and were subsequently kept in a pre-release aviary to help them acclimatise to the local conditions The Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) has released 15 critically endangered Indian vultures at…

Jawaharlal Nehru University said that any form of violence, unlawful conduct or anti-national activity will not be tolerated under any circumstances. The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration on Tuesday said that it would take strictest action against students found raising objectionable slogans against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah during a protest on campus…

The GHCAA has written to the Chief Justice seeking immediate action to remove stray dogs from Gujarat High Court premises after the incident. A lawyer was bitten by stray dogs inside the Gujarat High Court premises on Monday night, reigniting concerns about the lack of the action by authorities including the High Court to address the threat…

The Centre pulled up X and directed it to immediately remove all vulgar, obscene and unlawful content, especially generated by Grok (X’s built-in artificial intelligence interface) or face action under the law. The government has given social media platform X until January 7 to submit a detailed report explaining the steps it has taken to curb obscene…

India opted out of a significant naval exercise in the Indian Ocean involving BRICS nations—Russia, China, Iran, and South Africa—due to strategic considerations regarding Beijing. Despite being invited, India’s absence reflects a deliberate political choice, emphasizing cautious defense relations amid ongoing tension with China. Russia, China, Iran and South Africa. All BRICS countries, but no India. Keeping…

A 15-year-old boy was arrested from Pathankot for sharing sensitive information with Pakistan-linked handlers. Within a span of 24 hours, two alleged espionage cases in Punjab and Haryana have exposed how Pakistan-linked handlers are using online traps to extract sensitive information from Indians – including minors. In Punjab’s Pathankot, police arrested a 15-year-old boy for allegedly sharing…

  A viral Reddit post by a Delhi NCR resident who recently lived in Mumbai has reignited the Delhi vs Mumbai debate. Calling Delhi more livable, the user criticised Mumbai’s high cost of living, strained infrastructure, expensive healthcare and overrated food. The post drew mixed reactions online, with users from both cities agreeing and disagreeing sharply. Mumbai:…

Six patients have been referred for treatment, and 110 are currently undergoing treatment in hospitals, including 15 in ICUs, officials said. Indore: At least 38 fresh cases of vomiting and diarrhoea linked to contaminated drinking water were detected on Monday at the Bhagirathpura primary health centre in Indore, with a senior official putting the death toll so…

Sunil Grover is buzzing online after his recent mimicry stint on The Great Kapil Sharma Show episode, where he mimicked Aamir Khan. His effortless portrayal has left netizens and audiences impressed and calling him ‘Mr. AI, with the fact that he always shows up with his best whenever he portrays any Bollywood actor. Sunil Grover is buzzing…

Four students were seriously injured after another student allegedly poured thinner on them and set them on fire inside a school campus in Odisha’s Rayagada district. Four students were critically injured in a fire incident on the school premises during classes at the Advanced High School in Paikadakuluguda, under the Bismakatak block of Rayagada district. According to…

Suresh Kalmadi passes away: He earlier served as Union minister of state for railways and was also the president of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Suresh Kalmadi, former Union minister and Congress leader, died after a prolonged illness on Tuesday at the age of 81, HT has learnt. He was undergoing treatment at Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital in…

Singh, who is serving a 20-year jail term for raping two of his disciples, was given a 40-day parole on Sunday. As Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh walked out of the Sunaria jail in Rohtak on Monday after he was granted a 40-day parole, his 15th release from the jail since 2020, the victim’s…

The tribunal’s order recorded concerns about Agra Development Authority constructing kiosks, paved paths and brick-cement structures in Shahjahan Park situated between Taj Mahal and Agra Fort. The principal bench of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently took cognizance of allegations regarding illegal tree felling, unauthorised constructions and encroachment in ecologically sensitive areas of Agra, particularly around the…

Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI is reportedly involving Indian minors in espionage activities, raising serious security concerns in Punjab. Authorities have arrested a 15-year-old boy and are investigating a wider network of minors linked to ISI handlers. Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI has widened its alleged recruitment net to include Indian minors, with Punjab Police arresting a 15-year-old boy…

Even as the death of another sick and elderly man at Joynagar in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal is being blamed on the ongoing revision of the electoral rolls, Mamata alleged that the citizens, including the elderly, infirm and seriously ill, were being subjected to needless anxiety and harassment. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has…

A late-night drinking session in Greater Noida turned tragic when a South Korean national was fatally stabbed by his live-in partner from Manipur. The police have arrested the woman and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. What began as a late-night drinking session inside a plush Greater Noida apartment spiralled into a deadly confrontation, leaving a…

Addressing a BJP rally, Devendra Fadnavis mocked the alliance, termed it a “bheeti sangam”, and accused the Sena (UBT) of corruption and lack of focus on development. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday said Uddhav and Raj Thackeray have come together ahead of the January 15 Mumbai municipal corporation elections as they fear the ruling Mahayuti…

Aam Aadmi Party leader Jarmal Singh, 50, was shot dead by two unidentified assailants at a wedding in Amritsar. CCTV footage shows the attackers, posing as guests, fleeing the scene. Police have launched an investigation to identify the culprits, amid political outrage over Punjab’s law and order situation. An Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and village sarpanch…

Former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav has approached the Delhi High Court against a trial court order framing criminal charges against him and his family members in the alleged IRCTC scam case The case is listed for hearing before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma on January 5. On October 13, Special Judge (PC Act) Vishal Gogne of the Rouse Avenue Courts framed…

Community health expert Amulya Nidhi, associated with Jan swasthya Abhiyan India (JSAI), says the situation in Indore’s Bhagirathpura has crossed beyond physical illness and entered psychological and systemic collapse. Sixteen people have already died in Bhagirathpura after consuming contaminated drinking water in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore, officially India’s “cleanest city.” More than 1,400 residents have fallen ill. Several…

The earthquake was felt across several parts of central Assam. A strong earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale jolted Assam and other parts of the Northeast this morning. The epicentre of the earthquake, which struck at 4:17 am, has been recorded near Assam’s Morigaon district, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). the nodal agency…

The Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam and five others jailed under the UAPA in 2020 Delhi riots case. Jailed for over five years, student activists Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam will finally walk out of jail or not will be known on Monday, January 5,…

The sacred Piprahwa relics of Buddha include gemstones, bone fragments, crystal caskets, a sandstone coffer, and ornaments The Piprahwa jewels, which returned to India in July 2025, are now showcased at the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics in New Delhi. The one-of-a-kind exhibition, which allows you to take a stroll down the past, is titled:…

Such was the fear and hate for Communists in the US, spouses used to spy on their partners. That same paranoia now seems to have been reserved for Indian techies. But how did Indians, who helped build Silicon Valley, become such subject of hate? Generalisation is a form of prejudice, and America, despite its power and what…

A man in Badaun climbed a 30-foot water tank demanding a second wife, claiming he had worn dirty clothes for 10 days and threatened to jump if his demand wasn’t met. Police intervened after 30 minutes and safely rescued him. His family later revealed he suffers from mental illness and is under treatment A dramatic scene unfolded…

At least 14 Naxals were neutralised in major encounters with security forces in Sukma and Bijapur, Chhattisgarh, with weapons recovered and operations led by Kiran Chavan. At least 14 Naxals were neutralised in two separate encounters with security forces in Chhattisgarh’s Sukma and Bijapur districts on Saturday, officials said, in one of the biggest recent anti-insurgency operations…

The remarks sparked widespread outrage, prompting the Bihar State Women’s Commission (BSWC) to take suo motu cognisance of the matter. The husband of Uttarakhand’s Women and Child Development Minister has triggered widespread outrage after a video surfaced in which he is heard making derogatory remarks about women from Bihar. A video of his comment is going viral…

Mandeep Kumar, a specially-abled man from Punjab, was allegedly trafficked and forced to fight in the Russian Army, dying months before his identity was confirmed. With no official help, his brother travelled to Russia to uncover the truth, raising serious questions about human trafficking, accountability and state apathy. Mandeep Kumar should never have been a soldier. Born…

The woman left her phone with her two children and then jumped into Hussain Sagar lake in Telangana. A 29-year-old woman died by suicide in Telangana after jumping into a lake on Friday evening. The woman was identified as Vasantha. She is survived by her two sons — the elder aged seven, a Class 2 student, and…

A 33-year-old man in Singapore cheated 14 victims of nearly ₹ 3.5 crore by abusing an internal staff purchase scheme to fund his spiralling credit card debts. A former employee of luxury watch retailer Cortina Watch cheated customers of nearly S$500,000 (around ₹3.46 crore) by abusing an internal staff purchase scheme to fund his spiralling credit card…

A Pune man’s inspiring journey from factory worker to full-stack developer went viral online. A Pune man’s inspiring journey from a factory worker to a full-stack developer role has gone viral on X (formerly Twitter). Sambhav Wakhariya shared his story with the caption, “From a factory worker to a full-stack developer in 1.5 years of grind.” From…

The student reportedly fell ill following the attack and repeated mental and sexual harassment. Her health deteriorated over time, and she died on December 26. A 19-year-old student died during treatment in Himachal Pradesh’s Dharamshala on December 26 after allegedly being ragged by three senior students and sexually assaulted by a college professor. A purported video chilling…

A drunk man triggered panic at the Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple in Tirupati after climbing the gopuram and reaching the kalashas, demanding alcohol to come down. A man under the influence of alcohol caused panic at the Sri Govindarajaswamy Temple after he managed to evade security personnel and enter the temple premises late last night, officials said. Vigilance…

Speaking at an event in Udapipur, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned that rising “white-collar terrorism” showed education without ethics can be deadly, citing the Red Fort car bomb blast, where three doctors were arrested. Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday flagged what he described as a disturbing rise of “white-collar terrorism” in the country, warning that…

Shashi Tharoor stressed that India must continue diplomatic pressure on Dhaka while keeping sport separate. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, amid a political row over Kolkata Knight Riders’ selection of Bangladeshi cricketer Mustafizur Rahman, came out strongly in defence of the decision, asserting that sport must remain insulated from geopolitical tensions. “Cricket should not be made to bear…

In a meeting with the chief minister, aggregator companies said they are ready to onboard private EVs provided regulatory changes are notified. Delhi is preparing a major overhaul of how people commute as rising pollution levels continue to plague the capital. From allowing privately owned electric vehicles to operate as taxis to launching shared ride services and…

The accused has been identified as Pramod Kumar Raj, a resident of Bhagwanpur in the Bochaha police station area, they said. A man was arrested in Bihar’s Muzaffarpur district on Friday for allegedly creating and circulating AI-generated fake videos and audio clips of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, police said. The accused has been…

They said the action was taken following orders of a special court in connection with cases registered at the Malhar police station. Police on Friday attached immovable properties of seven people from Jammu and Kashmir’s Kathua district who are allegedly involved in anti-national activities while operating from Pakistan, officials said. They said the action was taken following…

MasterChef India’s Vikas Khanna recently raised concerns about the dirty carpet at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. His post quickly grabbed attention, prompting the airport authorities (CSMIA) to respond. The issue has sparked discussions about hygiene and maintenance standards at one of India’s busiest airports. See his post below! Celebrity chef Vikas Khanna, best known for…

Louis Vuitton’s Monogram hits 130 and it’s still the hottest icon in luxury. From graffiti-splashed collaborations to bold reinventions, the emblem has grown far beyond luggage, becoming a symbol of creativity, status, and relentless style. In 2026, the house marks the milestone with year-long capsule collections, global window displays, and exclusive campaigns celebrating a design that continues…

A look back at the judiciary’s most controversial moments this past year. On March 14, 2025, a blaze at the official residence of then Delhi High Court Justice Yashwant Varma caused India’s higher judiciary to come under fire. Images and videos of burning cash recovered from the site were symbolic of the public’s eroding trust in the…

Early reports from an inquiry into the deaths confirmed the presence of bacteria ‘generally found in sewer water’ in drinking water samples. Early reports from an inquiry into the deaths of at least nine residents in Indore’s Bhagirathpura area confirmed the presence of bacteria “generally found in sewer water” in drinking water samples, officials familiar with the…

From crew safety systems to long-duration life-support and mission management, the foundations being laid in 2026 may well determine the pace and direction of space exploration The year 2026 is shaping up to be a watershed moment in the story of human space exploration, with India and the United States preparing for two landmark missions that could…

The incident occurred on Wednesday night at Amrapali Golf Homes Kingswood Society in the Bisrakh area. A 31-year-old man died after allegedly falling from the 15th floor of a residential society in Greater Noida while celebrating New Year’s Eve with his friends, police said on Thursday. The incident occurred on Wednesday night at Amrapali Golf Homes Kingswood…

The SIT claims that gold-clad copper plates, including those from the Dwarapalaka (guardian deity) idols, were removed and taken from replating. The same method was used for plates from two nearby pillars and seven plates from the Sreekovil (sanctum sanctorum), the investigators assert. In a startling revelation, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the Sabarimala gold theft…

An Air India pilot was removed from operating a Vancouver-Delhi flight after failing a pre-flight alcohol test, prompting concerns from Canadian authorities regarding his fitness for duty. New Delhi: An Air India pilot was grounded from operating Vancouver-Delhi flight allegedly after he failed a pre-flight alcohol test, reports have said. The matter came to light after Canadian…

A truck veered off the main highway and rammed into a house in Patrasahi village, Chandbali area of Odisha’s Bhadrak district. The driver was reportedly follow Google maps. A truck veered off the main highway and crashed into a house in Patrasahi village, Chandbali area of Odisha’s Bhadrak district early Thursday morning. The truck was reportedly using…

The deceased have been identified as Gardi Birowa (43) and Mira Birowa (33). Diphu, Assam: A group of people burnt alive a couple in a village in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, suspecting them to be involved in witchcraft, police said on Wednesday. The incident took place at No 1 Beloguri Munda village in Howraghat area on…

Officials said engineers from Lucknow, Auraiya and Kanpur were rushed to the site and efforts were on to contain the leak. Kanpur: A deafening explosion followed by a gas leak at a GAIL India Limited substation triggered panic in the area on Wednesday evening, with the leakage continuing for over four hours. Officials said engineers from Lucknow,…

Victim suffered severe injuries to her face and head and required more than 12 stitches. Her condition is critical, and she is not yet fit to record a statement A 25-year-old married woman was allegedly raped in a moving car in Haryana’s Faridabad while being driven around and was later thrown out while the vehicle was at…

India will showcase a first-of-its-kind animal contingent from the Indian Army’s Remount and Veterinary Corps during the Republic Day 2026 parade. India is set to witness a rare and evocative spectacle on Republic Day, 2026, as the Indian Army showcases, for the first time, a specially curated animal contingent during the ceremonial parade along Kartavya Path, which…

PM Modi wrote that the death of Khaleda Zia has created an irreplaceable void in the country. However, he asserted that the legacy of the former Bangladesh PM would be carried forward by her son, Tarique Rahman. Prime Minister Narendra Modi sent his letter to the Bangladesh Nationalist Party’s acting chairperson, Tarique Rahman, appreciating his mother, Khaleda…

Pig manure is commonly used as a fertiliser in corn cultivation in the United States. The issue has gained traction and generated buzz because Bangladesh is a Muslim-majority country, where the use and consumption of pork-related products are considered haram. The US embassy in Dhaka recently posted that American corn was on its way to Bangladesh. However,…

Sara Tendulkar, who is an entrepreneur and the daughter of cricket great Sachin Tendulkar, is facing intense trolling on social media Sara Tendulkar, who is an entrepreneur and the daughter of cricket great Sachin Tendulkar, is facing intense trolling on social media. The reason: a video of her with friends on the streets of Goa. While it…

The federal probe agency said in a statement on Wednesday that a provisional order was issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) on Tuesday to attach the asset. The Enforcement Directorate has attached an immovable property worth Rs 150 crore near the Buckingham Palace in London in a case of alleged bank loan fraud linked…

In Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava reported seven deaths due to contaminated drinking water, causing widespread diarrhoea and vomiting. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava on Wednesday (December 31) confirmed that at least seven people have died after allegedly consuming contaminated drinking water in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, triggering cases of diarrhoea and vomiting. His statement came amid conflicting claims…

The recovery comes just weeks after the deadly Delhi Red Fort car blast. Two men have been arrested, and intelligence agencies are probing the source and intended use of the explosive material amid heightened security concerns. Police seized a large cache of explosive material from a car on the Tonk–Jaipur highway during a special vehicle-checking drive on…

In his statement, Faisal Karim Masud said his connection with Hadi was purely for business purposes and suggested that Jamaati elements could have orchestrated the murder Bangladesh’s most wanted man and the prime accused in the Osman Hadi murder case—who sections of Bangladeshi media had alleged fled to India—has in fact surfaced in Dubai, dramatically shifting the…

Amid dense fog conditions impacting flight operations in Delhi, airlines also issued travel advisories and urged passengers to check their latest flight status. A total of 150 flights have been cancelled and more than 250 others are delayed at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport today as dense fog enveloped the national capital on the final day…

The levy, locally known as a safeguard duty, will be imposed at 12% in the first year followed by 11.5% in the second year and then 11% in the third year. India has imposed a three-year import tariff of between 11% and 12% on some steel products, according to a finance ministry order published on Tuesday, as…

A shocking incident in Punjab’s Dhani Sucha Singh left NRI Harpinder Singh dead after his pistol misfired as he stood up. CCTV footage shows the frantic efforts of family members. Despite being rushed to hospitals, he didn’t survive. Police are probing the unnatural death under BNS Section 194. In a bizarre accident from Punjab, a Non-Resident Indian…

India has overtaken Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy at USD 4.18 trillion and is on track to surpass Germany by 2030. Strong domestic demand drove GDP growth to 8.2% in Q2 FY26, with global agencies projecting India as the fastest-growing major economy. India has surpassed Japan to become the world’s fourth-largest economy with a size…

A collision between a loco train carrying workers and officials and a goods train occurred inside the Pipalkoti tunnel of the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydro Electric Project in Uttarakhand, injuring approximately 60 individuals. About 60 people were injured after two trains collided inside a hydropower project tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district late Tuesday evening. The incident happened when a…

The Dehradun police have urged the family of Angel Chakma to formally include allegations of racial slurs in their complaint following the tragic death of 24-year-old after an attack on him on December 9. The Dehradun police is likely to ask the family of deceased Angel Chakma to formally include allegations of racial slurs in their complaint…

The hotel body said that the restriction applies even to Bangladeshis visiting India on student visas or for medical treatment. The reason cited for the decision is the repeated anti-India statements issued in Bangladesh. Hotels across Siliguri in West Bengal have decided to deny accommodation to Bangladeshi nationals during the New Year period, citing recent anti-India campaigns…

Speaking at a public meeting, Mamata Banerjee also warned against digital misinformation and urged vigilance among voters. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday levelled a sensational charge against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), alleging that the party had used artificial intelligence to delete the names of 54 lakh voters from the electoral rolls ahead of…

India has firmly dismissed Pakistan’s allegations regarding the treatment of religious minorities, labeling Islamabad’s criticism as hypocritical given its own poor human rights record. India on Monday strongly rejected Pakistan’s allegations of attacks on religious minorities, saying the neighbouring country has an “abysmal record” on the treatment of minorities and no moral authority to comment on India’s…

Four people were killed after they were hit by a BEST bus while it was reversing in Mumbai tonight. Nine others were injured. The incident happened in Mumbai’s Bhandup Four people were killed and nine others injured after they were hit by a BEST bus in Mumbai on Monday. The incident happened in Mumbai’s Bhandup around 10…

Amit Shah in a strong message to party workers in Bengal said that there should be only one goal — Victory. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday held a meeting at the BJP office in Salt Lake in Kolkata to take stock of the party’s organisational preparedness for the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections in 2026.…

“I have got justice from the Supreme Court. I will not rest until he is hanged. I will keep fighting,” Unnao rape survivor said after high court’s order stayed. The Supreme Court on Monday paused a Delhi High Court order suspending expelled BJP MLA Kuldeep Singh Sengar’s life sentence in the 2017 Unnao rape case. The big…

Delhi’s air quality settled at 385 on Tuesday morning with the general visibility of 350 metres. IMD issued an alert for dense to moderate fog in the city. Delhi’s air quality on Tuesday remained in the ‘very poor’ category with a dense fog taking over the city. The Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 385 as of…

The suo motu case was initiated amid protests over a potential threat to the Aravallis following the Supreme Court’s decision to accept a committee’s recommendations on the mountain range. The Supreme Court on Monday said that certain clarifications were necessary regarding the definitions it recently approved for the Aravalli Hills, while staying a ruling passed last month…