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Cold wave chills Andhra Pradesh: Temps drop below normal
Andhra Pradesh is expected to experience below normal temperatures until December 25, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Delhi-NCR hits emergency pollution levels—Stage 4 rules kick in
Delhi enforces GRAP Stage 4 due to severe air quality, imposing restrictions on older diesel vehicles and intensifying penalties for violations.
Delhi University exams delayed for hours—students left waiting
Delhi University's discipline-specific exams were significantly delayed as question papers arrived late at several test centres.
Bengaluru law student arrested after airgun accident injures businessman
A law student in Bengaluru, identified as Mohammed Afzal, was recently arrested after a stray airgun pellet injured a local businessman during his practice session.
PM Modi's 3-nation tour: Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman (Dec 15-18)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarks on a three-nation tour to strengthen India's trade, defence, and strategic partnerships across West Asia and Africa.
Delhi-NCR goes into GRAP stage IV as air quality tanks
As Delhi's air quality plummets, the CAQM has enforced Stage IV restrictions, including vehicle and construction bans, while promoting hybrid schooling.
CBI pushes back on Rabri Devi's request to move IRCTC, land-for-jobs cases
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has opposed former Bihar chief minister Rabri Devi's plea to transfer her criminal cases to another court.
3.9-magnitude earthquake jolts Kutch, Gujarat; no damage reported
A 3.9 magnitude tremor was recorded in Gujarat's Kutch district, with no reported casualties or property damage. This is the fifth such event this month.
Karnataka caste survey report coming January 2026
The Karnataka government anticipates the Social and Educational Survey-2025 report by January 2026, following completion of data collection and processing.
UP engineer caught faking it as a cardiologist—thanks to his own sister
Abhinav Singh, an engineer, allegedly stole his US-based brother-in-law's identity to work as a cardiologist in Uttar Pradesh. His sister exposed the fraud leading to his arrest.
Goa cracks down on nightclubs after tragic fire
Two prominent nightclubs in Goa have been sealed for violating safety norms, following a tragic fire at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub that claimed 25 lives.
Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers' passports suspended for speedy deportation
The Indian government has suspended the passports of Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of a Goa nightclub where a deadly fire occurred, to expedite their return from Thailand.
Goa, Kerala top India's winter travel charts, says Airbnb
According to an Airbnb report, approximately 55% of Indian travellers annually plan winter trips, with Goa and Kerala being their top choices.
India sets deadline for private Hajj bookings
The Indian government urges private pilgrims planning for Hajj 2026 to complete bookings by January 15, 2026, to ensure smooth arrangements.
India-Maldives joint military exercise 'Ekuverin 2025' enters final phase
The Indo-Maldivian Joint Military Exercise EKUVERIN 2025, aimed at boosting military cooperation and readiness, is entering its final phase in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
ED raids 40 locations in Maharashtra, Delhi, Kolkata; uncovers ISIS links
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) raided over 40 locations across Maharashtra and other states, seizing assets worth Rs 9.7 crore in an ISIS-affiliated money laundering probe.
Andhra Pradesh bans night travel on ghat roads after bus accident
Following a fatal bus accident in Andhra Pradesh's ASR district, the state government has banned night travel on ghat roads to prevent further mishaps.
Delhi Police busts cyber fraud syndicate; 9 arrested
Delhi Police have arrested nine individuals linked to a trans-national cybercrime and money laundering operation, with fraudulent transactions exceeding ₹5.24 crore.
Goa nightclub fire: What really happened?
Ajay Gupta, the alleged 'sleeping partner' in the Goa nightclub fire case, was discovered hiding in a Delhi hospital three days after the tragic incident.
Bengaluru police issue strict guidelines for New Year celebrations
Bengaluru police have issued stringent safety guidelines for pubs, restaurants, and PG accommodations to ensure a safe and orderly New Year celebration.
Odisha: Class 9 student found with pistol at school
A Class 9 student from a government high school in Odisha's Kendrapara district was detained after being found with a locally made pistol in his classroom.
IMD warns of cold wave and dense fog across India
The India Meteorological Department warns of impending cold wave conditions in Telangana, Karnataka, and Chhattisgarh, along with dense fog in several other regions.
Messi's Kolkata event organizer arrested, police promise ticket refund
The West Bengal police have arrested the organizer of a recent event featuring Argentine footballer Lionel Messi at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, Hindustan Times reported.
Ex-IAF officer arrested in Assam on spying charges
A retired Indian Air Force officer has been arrested in Assam's Sonitpur district on charges of having links with a Pakistani espionage network.
Delhi: 82-year-old scammed out of ₹1.16cr in fake police video call
Three members of a cyber fraud syndicate have been arrested by Delhi police for duping an elderly man of Rs 1.16 crore through a 'digital arrest' scam.
Indian government cracks down on Naxal funding, seizes ₹92 crore
The Indian government has seized assets worth Rs 92 crore in a coordinated anti-Naxal operation, causing significant damage to the urban Naxals' information networks.
Delhi Police bust 2 fake sticker and extortion rackets targeting drivers, officers
A syndicate selling fake stickers to commercial vehicles, enabling them to bypass hefty fines, operated for 15 years in Delhi with alleged police collusion.
Bengaluru's MG Road is finally getting a long-overdue makeover
Post Republic Day celebrations on January 26, Bengaluru's MG Road will witness its first significant infrastructure revamp in four decades.
Messi's sudden exit from Kolkata event sparks fan outrage
Kolkata's football enthusiasts express their anger on social media after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's apology seemed to prioritize Lionel Messi over paying fans.
UP teen rescued after month-long abduction in Mumbai, Pune
A 17-year-old girl from Uttar Pradesh was allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted in Mumbai and Pune for nearly a month. The accused, a 21-year-old man, has been arrested.
Nitin Gadkari approves road works of ₹1.5L crore for Maharashtra
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approved a massive ₹1.5 lakh crore for road projects in Maharashtra.
Messi's Kolkata visit turns chaotic as fans vandalize stadium
The GOAT Tour of football legend Lionel Messi in Kolkata turned into a nightmare on Saturday.
Gadkari announces ₹1.5 lakh crore boost for Maharashtra roads
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has sanctioned road projects worth Rs 1.50 lakh crore for Maharashtra, set to begin within the next three months and complete by 2026.
Karnataka's new hate speech bill: What's up?
Karnataka's recently tabled Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025, is facing criticism due to its broad definitions and potential for misuse.
Delhi's AQI hits 401, GRAP Stage III reinstated
The Commission for Air Quality Management in the National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas (CAQM) has reimposed Stage III of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) after Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 401 by 10am on Saturday, December 13.
Multiple vehicles collide on Noida Expressway due to dense fog
A major accident involving over a dozen vehicles took place on the Eastern Peripheral Expressway in Delhi-NCR on Saturday morning, according to NDTV.
Delhi government reimposes GRAP Stage III as air quality worsens
Due to a sudden increase in Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) to 401, the government has reinstated GRAP Stage III measures.
Tamil Nadu pushes back on Supreme Court's Mekedatu dam order
The Tamil Nadu government has filed a review petition against a Supreme Court ruling favoring Karnataka's proposed dam construction at Mekedatu.
Operation Sindoor still on, armed forces stay sharp, and women make history at Air Force Academy
CDS General Anil Chauhan confirms that despite a decrease in hostilities, Operation Sindoor remains ongoing, with the armed forces prepared for evolving security challenges.
Bengaluru: 9.5 lakh traffic challans cleared in amnesty drive
Bengaluru motorists have paid ₹27 crore in overdue traffic fines, taking advantage of a 50% discount scheme offered by the Karnataka government.
Delhi's air quality nears 'severe' as 18 areas cross 400
Delhi woke up to a thick blanket of smog on Saturday, with the city's air quality inching closer to the "severe" category.
West Bengal: 2 dead, 8 injured after car falls into gorge
A vehicle skidded off National Highway 10 in West Bengal, resulting in two fatalities and eight injuries. The car plunged nearly 500 feet into a gorge.
67-year-old woman tricked into sending ₹30L to scammer
An unidentified scammer extorted Rs 30 lakh from a 67-year-old woman by falsely claiming her involvement in a terror case and putting her under 'digital arrest'.
CBSE's new curriculum: More skills, less cramming
In 2025, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) introduced significant changes, including curriculum redesign and digital evaluation, to enhance understanding and skills.
Delhi wakes up to heavy smog as air quality tanks
Despite dense smog and poor visibility, Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport continues to operate normally, urging passengers to stay updated with their respective airlines.
West Bengal's voter list has 58 lakh errors, says Election Commission
The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of West Bengal's electoral rolls has revealed significant discrepancies, including unrealistic age gaps and mismatched father's names.
Fuel prices stay steady in big cities—here's what you need to know
Petrol and diesel prices across various Indian cities on December 13, 2025, have been announced, reflecting global crude oil price fluctuations.
Operation CyHawk 2.0: Delhi Police busts cyber fraud syndicates
Delhi Police arrested over 1,000 individuals and traced ₹944 crore in cyber fraud during the second drive of Operation CyHawk.
UP: Acid attack convict caught after 37 years living as 'baba'
A man convicted in a 1986 acid attack case was arrested by Uttar Pradesh Police after evading capture for nearly 37 years, living under a false identity as a religious ascetic.
DRDO's Zorawar light tank coming to the Army in coming years
India has developed a light tank, named after General Zorawar Singh, designed for high-altitude warfare. The tank underwent successful trials this year in Ladakh and Jaisalmer.
Bengaluru auto driver's note assuring passenger safety goes viral
A viral video from Bengaluru shows a female passenger feeling reassured by a safety note inside an auto-rickshaw during her midnight journey.
Delhi's air turns "very poor"—NCR not spared either
Delhi's air quality has deteriorated to near-severe levels, with the AQI crossing 400 in 18 areas. The persistent smog raises serious health concerns for residents.
Banks closed today: Here's what you need to know
Banks in India are closed today, December 13, 2025, being the second Saturday of the month. Despite physical closures, digital banking services remain operational.
Mumbai wakes up to its coldest December day this season
Mumbai recorded its coldest December day of the season with a minimum temperature of 14.9°C, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
Chennai: 424 sanitation workers detained during protests over job security
Over 400 sanitation workers protesting against outsourcing of conservancy operations were detained in Chennai, causing significant traffic disruptions.
Goa nightclub fire: Owners allegedly used forged documents for permits
Delhi entrepreneurs Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra allegedly used a forged land agreement to secure permission for their Goa nightclub, where a fire recently killed 25 people.
Pune airport's elusive leopard finally caught after months on the run
An elusive male leopard, frequently sighted at Pune airport since April, was finally captured in a joint operation by multiple agencies after an eight-hour effort.
Goa nightclub fire: Major approval lapses uncovered, 3 officials out
Investigations into the fatal fire at a Goa nightclub reveal several approvals were granted despite non-compliance with fire safety regulations.
Six students get bail in India Gate pepper spray case
A Delhi court granted bail to six individuals accused of clashing with police during an anti-pollution protest at India Gate, while denying bail to four others.
Gurugram: Boulder falls from truck, kills 2 dhol players on expressway
Two individuals were killed and five critically injured when a boulder fell off a truck, causing a chain of collisions on the Delhi-Jaipur Expressway.
Delhi rolls out new school fee rules for 2026-27
The Delhi government has implemented the Delhi School Education Bill, 2025, regulating school fees during the 2026-27 admission period.
Delhi suicide bomber's body still unclaimed, a month after deadly attack
The mortal remains of suicide bomber Umar un-Nabi lie unclaimed at Lok Nayak Hospital's mortuary, a month after the Delhi blast.
Delhi's pothole-filling plan misses the mark
The Delhi government's promise to repair all potholes by a set deadline has failed, with many areas still suffering from poor road conditions and dust pollution.
Delhi BJP chief impersonated on social media, FIR filed
An FIR has been filed against an unidentified individual for allegedly impersonating Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva to seek government favours.
India just greenlit private players in nuclear energy with the SHANTI Bill
India's proposed amendments to the Atomic Energy Bill may prevent private companies from participating in uranium mining, reserving this activity for government corporations.
Census 2027 in 2 phases; Union Cabinet approves ₹11,718cr budget
The Union Cabinet has approved a budget of ₹11,718.24 crore for the Census of India 2027.
6 schools in Amritsar declare holiday after receiving bomb threats
Panic gripped Amritsar on Friday morning as six schools received bomb threats, leading to mass evacuations of students.
ED raids 25 locations linked to ₹1,000cr cough syrup racket
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a major crackdown on an alleged illegal trade of codeine-based cough syrup.
'Hit, abused...': Woman alleges assault at Luthras' demolished Goa club
A Mumbai-based tourist, Vaibhav Chandel, has alleged that she and her family were assaulted by staff at a beach shack owned by the Luthra brothers in Goa.
DGCA sacks 4 flight inspectors over IndiGo's operational crisis
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has dismissed four flight inspectors who were responsible for ensuring safety and operational compliance at IndiGo.
Video: After Goa, fire breaks out at nightclub in Bhubaneswar
A massive fire broke out at a bar in Bhubaneswar's Satya Vihar area on Friday.
Luthra brothers taken to Phuket from Bangkok as deportation begins
The deportation process of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the co-owners of the "Birch by Romeo Lane" nightclub in Goa, has begun, NDTV reported.
'India sets own air quality norms...WHO guidelines only advisory': Centre
The Indian government has clarified that it sets its own air quality standards and that global air quality rankings released by various organizations carry no official sanction.
15 killed as bus loses control, plunges into Andhra ravine
A tragic accident took place in the Alluri Sitarama Raju district of Andhra Pradesh on Friday.
Modi speaks to Trump to review India-US ties amid tensions
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday revealed that he had a telephonic conversation with United States President Donald Trump to discuss the progress of the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.
Setback for Luthra brothers as court rejects pre-arrest bail
A Delhi court has rejected the anticipatory bail of Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Goa nightclub, where 25 people were killed in a fire incident on December 6.
Court grants interim bail to Delhi riots accused Umar Khalid
A Delhi court has granted interim bail to Umar Khalid, a former Jawaharlal Nehru University scholar and accused in the Delhi riots conspiracy case.
PM insurance covers private doctors who died during COVID: SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that families of private doctors who died while performing their duties during the COVID-19 pandemic are entitled to benefits under the "Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package: Insurance Scheme for Health Workers Fighting COVID-19."
21 laborers killed after truck falls into gorge in Arunachal
At least 21 people were killed after a vehicle carrying daily wage laborers from Assam's Tinsukia district fell into a gorge in Anjaw district of Arunachal Pradesh.
Crisis-hit IndiGo announces ₹10,000 travel vouchers for 'severely impacted' customers
IndiGo Airlines has announced that it will compensate passengers who were "severely impacted" by flight cancellations between December 3-5.
Invited to discuss marriage, Telangana student killed by girlfriend's family
In a shocking incident, a second-year engineering student was allegedly beaten to death by his girlfriend's family in Telangana's Sangareddy district.
Massive fire at Guwahati commercial complex still burning after 33hrs
A massive fire has been raging at the Swagata Square Complex in Guwahati, Assam, since early Wednesday.
Cold wave to persist in northwest, central India till Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that cold wave conditions will continue to prevail over parts of central and western India till Thursday.
First pictures of Luthra brothers in Thai police's custody surface
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the co-owners or licensees of a nightclub in Goa where a devastating fire killed 25 people, were detained in Thailand on Thursday.
Goa nightclub owners detained in Thailand after deadly fire
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the owners of Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, have been detained in Phuket, Thailand.
Goa nightclub fire: Absconding owners' passports suspended
The Goa Police have suspended the passports of Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub.
Why DGCA has deployed an oversight team at IndiGo's HQ
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has formed an eight-member oversight team to monitor IndiGo's operations.
Sandeshkhali violence key witness critically injured in crash before hearing
Bholanath Ghosh, a key witness in the Sandeshkhali violence cases, was critically injured in a road accident on Wednesday.
MP cops detain 18-year-old student from moving bus, frame him
In a shocking turn of events, the Malhargarh Police Station in Madhya Pradesh has come under fire after the state high court unearthed a fake drug case against an innocent student.
'Victim of authorities' vindictive behavior': Goa club owners tell court
The Luthra brothers, Saurabh and Gaurav, have approached a Delhi court seeking protection from arrest in connection with the Arpora club fire incident on December 7.
After fake ghee, ₹54 crore 'silk' dupatta scam rocks Tirumala
The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) has been rocked by another major scam, this time involving the procurement of silk dupattas.
SpiceJet to add 100 daily flights amid IndiGo cancellations
IndiGo Airlines has been facing severe disruptions for the ninth consecutive day, with over 70 fresh cancellations on Wednesday.
Big questions Delhi HC asked Centre during IndiGo crisis hearing
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday questioned the central government for its inaction during the recent IndiGo airline crisis.
Delhi HC seeks Centre's response on banning ferocious dog breeds
The Delhi High Court has sought responses from the central and state governments, the Delhi Police, and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) on a petition to ban ferocious dog breeds, Bar and Bench reported.
Gujarat: 7-year-old girl raped, brutalized with iron rod
A seven-year-old girl was allegedly raped and brutally assaulted in Rajkot district, Gujarat.
IndiGo crisis: Court asks Centre how ₹5,000 ticket reached ₹39,000
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday pulled up the Centre over the sharp spike in airfares amid the IndiGo chaos, noting that tickets previously available for ₹5,000 had surged to ₹30,000-35,000.
Jealous over friend's affair, Gujarat teen chops him into pieces
In a shocking case of jealousy-fueled violence, a 19-year-old from Gujarat's Kutch district has been arrested for murdering his friend.
Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers move court for anticipatory bail
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, have approached Delhi's Rohini Court for anticipatory bail.