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Punjab reports 5,835 stubble burning cases 1.0855Cr fines this season
Punjab has recorded over 5,835 stubble burning incidents, with penalties totaling Rs 1.08 crore imposed to curb the practice and mitigate air pollution.
Election Commission tells Supreme Court it's running voter revision drive
The Election Commission assured the Supreme Court of its dedication to resolving inconsistencies in voter lists during the Special Intensive Revision exercise.
Two young adults arrested in Punjab in Sri Ganganagar blast
Two individuals, Mahakdeep Kaur and Davinder Singh, were arrested in Punjab for their involvement in the Sri Ganganagar railway track blast, with connections to Pakistani handlers.
Mumbai CNG hiked to ₹91.50/kg, drivers seek higher fares
Compressed natural gas prices in Mumbai have risen by Rs 1.50 per kg, prompting autorickshaw and taxi unions to demand fare hikes to offset increased operational costs.
Imran Hasan Molla arrested over 2020 JP Nadda convoy attack
Imran Hasan Molla, former Trinamool youth leader, was arrested for the 2020 attack on BJP's JP Nadda's convoy, now seen pleading for forgiveness during incident reconstruction.
Thiruvananthapuram gold heist appears driven by rivalry with jeweler Nandakumar
Business rivalry is suspected as the motive behind a daring robbery of nearly two kg of gold from a jewellery shop owner in Chalai, with five suspects detained.
FSSAI mandates milk drop logo in India from July 2028
From July 2028, FSSAI requires a standardized milk drop logo on dairy product packaging to help consumers easily identify milk-based products across different brands.
India bans lithium-ion battery black mass exports to retain minerals
India has banned lithium-ion battery black mass exports to retain critical minerals domestically and boost recycling capabilities, reducing import dependence.
Mahanagar Gas Limited raises Mumbai CNG to ₹91.50 per kg
Compressed natural gas (CNG) prices in Mumbai have surged by ₹11 per kg since January 2026, with the latest increase taking the rate to ₹91.50 per kg.
Jharkhand Statehood Day: Narendra Modi, Droupadi Murmu praise tribal roots
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt greetings to Jharkhand residents on the State's foundation day, celebrating its rich cultural heritage.
Delhi wakes to heavy smog as IIT Delhi reaches 425
Delhi struggles with hazardous air pollution as the AQI reaches 352, with IIT Delhi recording a severe level of 425, enveloping the city in thick smog.
Shubhanshu Shukla aims for India's moon flag by 2040
Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut to the ISS, aspires to witness an Indian planting the Tricolour on the Moon by 2040.
PM Narendra Modi honors Birsa Munda on 151st birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to tribal leader Birsa Munda on his 151st birth anniversary, emphasizing his contributions to tribal rights and independence.
Delhi AQI 511 hazardous equivalent to 375 cigarettes a month
Delhi's air quality index reached a hazardous 511, equating to smoking 375 cigarettes monthly, significantly increasing the risk of asthma and heart issues.
West Delhi police probe throat slitting of 18-year-old Shabnam
An 18-year-old woman was found murdered inside a trial room at a west Delhi clothing showroom, with her throat slit by an alleged acquaintance who fled the scene.
Early winter grips Himachal as Kukumseri hits minus 2.9°C
Himachal Pradesh experienced a significant drop in minimum temperatures, with Kukumseri recording the lowest at -2.9°C, following fresh snowfall in higher reaches of the state.
Maharashtra proposes ₹75,000 maximum fine for packaged product cheating
The Maharashtra government proposes stricter penalties for weight fraud, increasing fines up to ₹75,000 for violations involving pre-packaged goods and e-commerce platforms.
Chhath Puja across Delhi-NCR prompts Ghaziabad diversions, Noida water concerns
Traffic restrictions have been implemented in Ghaziabad and Noida, while Gurugram has prepared 24 ghats, as the region gears up for Chhath Puja celebrations.
Delhi Police files FIR over dead fish dumping in Yamuna
Delhi Police registered an FIR against unidentified individuals for allegedly dumping dead fish in the Yamuna, following a complaint by the irrigation department.
Bhupender Yadav urges accountability, pushes ICCCs across Delhi-NCR states
Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav urged strict action against officials failing to implement anti-pollution measures in Delhi-NCR.
Early winter chills Keralam hills, Idukki 7.9°C, Munnar 9.7°C
Temperatures in Keralam's high ranges have dropped to single digits, marking an early onset of winter chill, with Idukki recording a low of 7.9°C.
Devotees offer Sandhya Arghya across Delhi, Patna, Mumbai this evening
Chhath Puja devotees will observe Sandhya Arghya on November 15, 2026, by offering prayers to the setting Sun. Check city-wise sunset timings for Delhi, Patna, Mumbai, and more.
Prince William Earthshot Prize visit prompts Mumbai closures Nov 16-19
Mumbai Police have announced traffic diversions and parking restrictions in south Mumbai from November 16 to 19 due to Prince William's visit for the Earthshot Prize awards.
Mild earthquake shakes Jalgaon district, Rohan Ghuge confirms no damage
Earthquake tremors of 4.6 magnitude were felt in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district on Saturday, with no reported damage or casualties, according to district officials.
Sonam Wangchuk raises concerns for Mipham, Ladakh Police confirm safety
Sonam Wangchuk expressed concerns about a minor's safety, while Ladakh Police confirmed the boy and his mother are safe, following inquiries into their whereabouts.
Bay of Bengal system likely akvan, RMC reassures Tamil Nadu
A severe cyclonic storm is forming over the Bay of Bengal, but Tamil Nadu is expected to remain largely unaffected, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre.
Greater Chennai Corporation starts drones across 15 zones November 15
Chennai's Greater Chennai Corporation plans to deploy drones across all 15 zones for 30 days during the Northeast monsoon to monitor flood-prone areas.
Delhi Metro driverless trains carried 1.6 million riders in 1 day
Delhi Metro's driverless trains carried 1.6 million passengers in a day, highlighting automation's potential despite concerns over costs and job impacts.
AI helps reunite Julekha Mukheed Shaikh with family in Maharashtra
A 45-year-old woman from Maharashtra was reunited with her family after two-and-a-half years, thanks to AI tools used by a social organization to trace her hometown.
Shagun Parihar condemns dumper transport of special police officers' bodies
BJP MLA Shagun Parihar criticized the transportation of two slain Special Police Officers' bodies in a dumper truck without coffins, calling it an insult to their service.
Samir Pan arrested in Jharkhand after confessing to killing niece
A Jharkhand man killed his 2-year-old niece, viewing her as an obstacle to his affair with her mother. The child's body was found in a West Singhbhum nullah.
Narendra Modi, Balendra Shah likely to inaugurate Ayodhya-Janakpur train virtually
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepalese counterpart Balendra Shah are set to virtually inaugurate the Ayodhya Dham-Janakpur Dham train service on November 23.
IMD warns severe cyclone could hit north coastal Andhra
After enduring Cyclones Arnab and Murasu, Andhra Pradesh is now preparing for another potential severe cyclonic storm, expected to make landfall around November 19 or 20.
West Bengal to train transgender people for tax, traffic roles
The West Bengal government plans to train transgender individuals for roles in traffic management and tax recovery, offering them an honorarium to aid municipal corporations.
Police say Jharkhand girl killed in ritual during Kali Puja
An eight-year-old girl was killed by relatives during a human sacrifice ritual in Jharkhand, with the crime staged to appear as a sexual assault, police reported.
PMO summons telecom secretary over fake court orders
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's office has summoned Telecom Secretary Amit Agrawal over the blocking of 129 betting websites on fake court orders.
India wants Bangladesh army to supervise Hasina's return: Report
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who has been in exile since August 2024, plans to return home next month.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' on Saturday
Delhi's air quality remained in the "very poor" category on Saturday, with seven out of 59 monitoring stations recording "severe" pollution levels.
Report flags persistent Ganga pollution despite ₹43,060cr cleanup, Centre replies
The Indian government has defended its efforts under the Namami Gange program, which aims to clean and rejuvenate the Ganga, after a Bloomberg investigation revealed that large stretches of the river remain polluted despite the government's allocation of ₹43,060 crore over a decade to clean it.
Pakistani creams containing 48,000× permissible mercury limit seized in Maharashtra
Beauty creams worth nearly ₹40 lakh, seized from a shop in Nanded, Maharashtra, were found to have dangerously high levels of mercury.
23 killed after minibus-truck collision near Assam's Kaziranga
As many as 23 people were killed after a minibus collided head-on with a container truck near Kaziranga National Park in Assam on Friday.
J&K: Police launch manhunt for terrorists involved in SPOs' killings
A day after two Special Police Officers (SPOs) were killed in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, the local police have launched a massive manhunt.
4, including mother, son, killed in ambush in Manipur
Four civilians, including a mother and son, were killed in an attack by suspected Kuki militants on two vehicles in Manipur's Ukhrul district on Friday.
After CRPF personnel attacked in J&K's Kulgam, several suspects detained
Several suspects have been detained for questioning following a terror attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) post in Kulgam district, Jammu and Kashmir.
Thief steals ₹50cr jewelry from newly-opened Tanishq showroom
A daring heist at a newly opened Tanishq showroom in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has left authorities stunned.
Two men arrested in President's bodyguard shooting case
Two men have been arrested in connection with the shooting of a 26-year-old President's Bodyguard (PBG) jawan, PTI reported.
Modi inaugurates Bengaluru Metro's Pink Line; know route, timings, fare
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Pink Line of the Bengaluru Metro.
MHA extends ban on Zakir Naik's IRF for 5 years
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has extended the ban on Zakir Naik's Islamic Research Foundation (IRF) for another five years.
ED attaches assets of ex-Kolkata Police official in land-grabbing case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has provisionally attached assets worth ₹2.78 crore belonging to former Kolkata Police Deputy Commissioner Santanu Sinha Biswas.
Indonesian woman with Chinese links caught at UP's Sonauli border
An Indonesian woman, who allegedly posed as a Kolkata resident, was caught by Bureau of Immigration officials at the Sonauli border in Maharajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. She was trying to enter Nepal.
'25 security personnel outside': Wangchuk claims he's under house arrest
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk has alleged that he is under house arrest in Ladakh.
Anti-SIR protests to resume on November 26; who are participating
A coalition of civil society activists, Left trade unions, farmers, and student groups will resume anti-special intensive revision (SIR) protests on November 26, the 77th anniversary of India's Constitution adoption.
IAF officer traded 'war plan' for nudes with Pakistani operative
A Wing Commander of the Indian Air Force (IAF), arrested five months ago, allegedly leaked sensitive information, including a "secret war plan," to a suspected Pakistani intelligence operative, the Indian Express reported.
Hasina vows Dhaka return despite arrest, prison, and death risks
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has vowed to return to Dhaka despite the risks of arrest, imprisonment, or even death.
Documents you need to get a learner's license in India
Applying for a learner's driving license in India can be a daunting task, especially with all the paperwork involved.
Modi says government absorbed ₹43 of ₹50 diesel price hike
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday announced that his government absorbed ₹43 of a potential ₹50 hike in diesel prices.
Rajasthan SSR draft records 11L more voters than SIR list
The latest draft electoral roll of Rajasthan, published under the Special Summary Revision (SSR) 2027, has recorded around 5.26 crore voters.
Delhi's air quality reaches 'severe' levels, ITO's AQI at 455
Delhi woke up to a day of toxic air on Friday, with several areas slipping into the "severe" category.
Applying to Indian universities? Here's how to prepare your documents
Applying to Indian universities can be an exciting, yet daunting task for international students.
Applying for Aadhaar? Avoid these 5 common mistakes
The Aadhaar card is an important document for identification and verification in India.
Modi to attend ASEAN-India Summit in Phillipines next week
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the Philippines from November 16-18 to attend the 23rd Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-India Summit and the 21st East Asia Summit, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday.
Air India scare: Man makes hijack threat to skip work
A man from West Bengal's Murshidabad has been apprehended for allegedly making a false hijack threat on an Air India flight.
Mumbai woman resisting molestation pushed off train; she loses arm
A 20-year-old woman lost her left arm after being allegedly molested and pushed off a local train at Naigaon railway station on November 4.
'Elections forced...': Wangchuk warns of protests after Ladakh poll announcement
Ladakh's Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) and the Apex Body of Leh (ABL) have expressed their displeasure over the administration's decision to hold elections in December.
'You know widow meaning?' CCTV captures ex-Tech Mahindra executive's murder
CCTV footage of the shocking murder of a 42-year-old former Tech Mahindra executive by his neighbor over a parking dispute in Faridabad two days before Diwali has surfaced.
2 missing J&K special police officers found riddled with bullets
Two Special Police Officers (SPOs) who had gone missing during a patrolling duty in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district on Wednesday have been found dead.
Before Kulgam attack, boy warned CRPF personnel, 'Won't spare you'
Two days before a terrorist attack on a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) checkpoint in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, on Wednesday, a young boy had issued a warning to the personnel.
India simplifies visa norms: main categories cut, 70% less paperwork
The Indian government has revamped its visa system, reducing the main categories from 13 to nine and sub-categories from 49 to 23.
Firecrackers behind 80% of Delhi's pollution post Diwali: Study
A study by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) has revealed that firecrackers were responsible for over 80% of Delhi's pollution load on November 9, a day after Diwali.
Punched, beaten with baton: VanDyke alleges torture in Tihar Jail
Matthew VanDyke, a United States national and accused in a Myanmar terror module case, has alleged he was tortured during his nearly six-month stay at Tihar Jail.
Motorcycle-borne assailants open fire on CRPF personnel in J&K's Kulgam
Three Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel were injured after unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants opened fire on security personnel deployed at a naka in Kulgam district of Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday afternoon.
As Delhi-NCR chokes, startups implement hybrid work model
In light of the deteriorating air quality in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), several companies have started implementing a hybrid work model.
Air India flight issues hijack alert before take-off from Kolkata
An Air India flight from Kolkata to Mumbai was grounded after a hijack threat was allegedly discovered in the aircraft's lavatory.
'Nothing is working': Video captures moment train derails in Assam
A video has emerged showing the moments leading up to the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express near Guwahati on Wednesday.
'Fabricated': India dismisses Pannun's lawsuit against NSA Doval, ex-RAW chief
India has dismissed a civil lawsuit filed by Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in a United States court.
Planning court marriage in India? Here's what you must know
Navigating the legal landscape of court marriages in India can be tricky, particularly for first-timers.
Why was AQI data missing on Diwali night? CPCB clarifies
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has responded to allegations of under-reporting air pollution data during and after Diwali.
How to easily update your birth certificate
Updating a birth certificate in India can be a daunting task for many. However, with the right guidance and understanding of the process, it can be made easier.
President's bodyguard shot in head during dispute on Diwali night
A 28-year-old soldier of the President's Bodyguard (PBG) regiment was allegedly shot in the head by two neighbors in Baghpat district on Diwali night.
Locomotive, 5 coaches of passenger train derail near Assam's Guwahati
A locomotive and five coaches of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed at the Digaru railway station in Assam on Wednesday morning.
Delhi HC rejects surrogacy plea after woman crosses 50
The Delhi High Court has rejected a couple's plea for exemption from the statutory age limit for surrogacy.
India reacts to US midterm results for 1st time
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in India has reacted to the United States midterm election results, calling it an "internal matter."
Now, enjoy a cruise on Delhi's Yamuna: Know ticket price
A new cruise service has been launched on the Yamuna River in Delhi. The service was inaugurated by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal at Sonia Vihar.
Bay of Bengal likely to witness another low-pressure area
A new weather system is likely to form over the Bay of Bengal around November 13, according to the latest weather update.
ECI extends model code restrictions to retired government officials
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has extended the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) restrictions to retired state government officials.
Barefoot College founder Sanjit Bunker Roy dies at 81
Sanjit Bunker Roy, the founder of Barefoot College and a renowned social activist, died at his home in Tilonia, Rajasthan, on Tuesday morning. He was 81.
Delhi pollution: Cloud seeding aircraft arrives for rain-making trial
Delhi could on Tuesday and Wednesday witness another cloud seeding attempt, in a bid to bring relief from the severe pollution that has choked the city.
BPCL deletes tweet on ethanol blend after online backlash
Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) recently deleted a tweet that claimed tests at a Mysuru petrol pump confirmed the ethanol blend in petrol was within the mandated 20% limit.
Odisha civil services aspirants can now give unlimited exam attempts
The Odisha Cabinet on Monday approved several proposals, including allowing unlimited attempts at the state civil services examination.
As Maharashtra teachers juggle SIR, census duties, students suffer
Teachers in Maharashtra have expressed frustration with the non-academic duties they have to perform, which they say are affecting their teaching and students' performance.
3 workers die of asphyxiation at TN's iPhone parts factory
Three contract workers died due to asphyxiation at a Tata Electronics facility in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, which manufactures parts for Apple iPhones.
Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' on Tuesday
Delhi's air quality remained in the "Very Poor" category on Tuesday, with the city's Air Quality Index (AQI) touching 304 around 7:15am.
India arrest linked to Russian war, 'shocking details' soon: VanDyke
American mercenary Matthew VanDyke has alleged that his arrest in India was part of Russia's war against Ukraine.
Modi speaks to Zelenskyy, reiterates India's stand on Ukraine conflict
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday over a phone call.
Manipur HC stays Census in state till April 30, 2027
The Manipur High Court has ordered a stay on the Census 2027 exercise in the state till April 30, 2027.
Bhagwat recalls lawmaker named Ibrahim's defense of RSS in 1930s
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat has recalled a crucial moment in the 1930s when a man named Ibrahim stood up for the organization in the Central Province Assembly.
Post-Diwali, 93 of world's 100 most polluted cities in India
After the Diwali celebrations on November 8, India has emerged as the home to 93 of the world's 100 most polluted cities.
Indian fathers take just 7 days of paternity leave: Report
India has the second-largest gap between maternity and paternity leave among major economies, a report by Deel has found.
Why Delhi's key air quality stations had blackout on Diwali
On Diwali night, the air quality in many parts of Delhi-NCR deteriorated significantly, with areas like RK Puram and Nehru Nagar recording alarming pollution levels.
West Bengal: Prime accused in minor's rape-murder shot dead
The prime accused in the rape and murder of a minor girl in Raiganj, West Bengal, was shot dead by police on Monday, The Hindu reported.
Delhi's air remains severely polluted on day after Diwali
Delhi's air remained severely polluted on Monday, a day after Diwali.
'Dimagi Naxals' in political parties, organizations aiding Maoists: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that the threat of Naxalism continues to linger, even after the elimination of armed Maoists.
PM Modi celebrates 'Naxal-free' India's first Diwali with Bastar troops
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with security personnel in Chhattisgarh's Bastar on Sunday.
Kanpur: 55-year-old man killed in Thar driven by woman
A 55-year-old man was killed in a road accident in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, on Saturday night.
Delhi building collapse: 7th body recovered
The death toll in the Chawri Bazar building collapse has risen to seven, after a body was recovered on Sunday.
Punjab Police brings back wanted gangster from Ethiopia
The Punjab Police has successfully brought back wanted gangster Gurwinder Singh, alias Afridi, from Ethiopia.
Delhi records most polluted Diwali eve in decade, AQI 369
Delhi has recorded its most polluted Diwali eve in a decade, with the air quality worsening significantly.