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Coal India permits coal procurement by road to avert blackouts
Coal India Limited (CIL) is allowing power plants with fuel agreements to procure extra coal as prolonged rainfall disrupted mining, causing critically low stock levels.
MP: 9 people die after consuming spurious liquor
In a tragic incident, nine people have died after allegedly consuming spurious liquor in the Bunda area of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India Today reported.
Delhi owners to pool plots under DDA Master Plan 2047
Delhi’s Master Plan 2047 proposes a regeneration framework to redevelop ageing colonies, offering modern infrastructure, wider roads, and increased built-up space for residents.
Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal named Rajasthan High Court chief justice
Justice Sanjay Kumar Agrawal has been appointed as the chief justice of Rajasthan High Court, succeeding acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma amid allegations of corruption.
Chandigarh gets 15.2mm rain as showers taper next week
Chandigarh experienced 15.2 mm of rain on Saturday, with monsoon withdrawal expected earlier this year due to El Nino conditions, signaling reduced rainfall in the coming weeks.
Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust to appoint deputy CEO
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust is set to appoint a deputy CEO from an existing panel, aiming to streamline operations under a two-tier administrative structure.
Santosh Khopatkar faked it raid in Andheri East, demanded 1CR
A disgruntled ex-driver, Santosh Khopatkar, masterminded a fake Income Tax raid at his former employer's office in Andheri, demanding ₹1 crore to settle alleged tax violations.
Navi Mumbai ASI dies by suicide, accuses 3 police personnel
A 56-year-old ASI from Navi Mumbai Police's Special Branch died by suicide at an Airoli lodge, leaving behind a video alleging misconduct by three senior police personnel.
Permanent J&K High Court bench regulation takes effect in Ladakh
The regulation establishing a permanent Jammu and Kashmir High Court bench in Ladakh was implemented, marking a historic step to improve justice access for remote areas.
Ankit Balyan's family faces online threats after Shamli shooting
Ominous Instagram posts linked to wanted sharpshooter Satyam Kadyan have raised fresh concerns for slain singer Ankit Balyan’s family, prompting heightened police security.
Delhi drafts 2026-31 drone policy targeting pollution and women's safety
Delhi's draft drone policy aims to combat pollution, enhance women’s safety, and generate over 1,000 jobs by fostering a robust drone ecosystem with ₹85 crore investment.
IMD issues rain alert for Delhi NCR, Punjab, western UP
A low-pressure system moving from Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh is set to bring more rain to Delhi-NCR, with light to heavy showers expected over the next 24 hours.
IMD warns heavy rain, thunderstorms in north and east India
The IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and Northeast states today, accompanied by thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in various regions.
Kerala priests to play 1st Kathanar Cricket League in Puthuppally
Priests from 16 Christian denominations will swap robes for cricket jerseys at the inaugural Kathanar Cricket League in Puthuppally, vying for ₹50,000 and a trophy.
Manjeet Singh Bedi arrested in India on SNAP fraud charges
Indian authorities have apprehended Manjeet Singh Bedi, a US fraud suspect accused of defrauding USD 6 lakh through welfare schemes, as the FBI seeks his extradition for trial.
Sudivya Kumar Sonu, Jharkhand higher and technical education minister, dies
Jharkhand Higher Education Minister Sudivya Kumar Sonu, aged 56, died of cardiac arrest at a Giridih hospital on Sunday after experiencing discomfort at his residence.
IMD issues yellow alerts for Sunday heavy rain in India
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for heavy rainfall in Bihar, Delhi, and Assam on Sunday, September 6, with thunderstorms expected in several other regions across India.
Bihar requires state approval before CBI probes Bihar government employees
The Bihar government has mandated prior approval for the CBI to investigate, search, or arrest State officials, limiting its jurisdiction without consent.
Eco van plunges into pond in Dholpur Rajasthan, 4 dead
Three children and a woman died after a passenger-packed van overturned into a waterlogged pond near Phoolpur village in Rajasthan's Dholpur amid heavy rain on Saturday.
Delhi girl, 13, allegedly dies by suicide after family scolding
A 13-year-old girl in Delhi's Shahdara allegedly died by suicide after being scolded by her family for returning home late, prompting police to initiate legal proceedings.
Former CDS Anil Chauhan warns of cognitive colonialism in Delhi
Former CDS General Anil Chauhan (Retd) warns India faces evolving security challenges, including "cognitive colonialism," cyber warfare, and threats from China and Pakistan.
Pune police arrest man who helped plan realtor's murder
The Pune police have arrested Ritesh Hinge, a 22-year-old man, in connection with the murder of realtor Ketan Agrawal at Lohagad Fort, Pune, in June, The Times of India reported.
Bihar floods: Ganga crosses record water level, 10 lakh affected
Bihar is reeling under severe floods, affecting over 10 lakh people across 11 districts.
Indian Railways plans for 260 Vande Bharat sleeper trainsets
The Indian Railways is set to expand its Vande Bharat sleeper services with plans for 260 trainsets.
Maratha reservation activist Jarange resumes water ban in protest
Manoj Jarange, the activist leading the hunger strike for Maratha reservation in Jalna, Maharashtra, has intensified his protest.
10 convicted in Chhattisgarh's 2013 Jhiram Valley Maoist attack
A special court of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, has convicted 10 people for their involvement in the deadly Jhiram Valley Maoist attack of 2013.
Budgam terrorist killed in encounter with security forces identified
The Jammu and Kashmir Police have identified a terrorist killed in "Operation Ashdar" as Yasir, a Pakistani national of the banned terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), news agency ANI reported.
Woman killed by husband over attending dance class in Nagpur
A 38-year-old woman was allegedly killed by her husband in Nagpur, Maharashtra, after a disagreement over attending a dance class, NDTV reported.
Influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj arrested in assault case
Delhi Police have arrested social media influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj in connection with an alleged assault case.
SC judge slams police brutality against Jantar Mantar protesters
Supreme Court judge Justice Ujjal Bhuyan has slammed the police for their brutal crackdown on student protesters at Jantar Mantar in July.
UP: Mosque inside Saharanpur DM office demolished amid heavy security
In Uttar Pradesh's Saharanpur, authorities have demolished a mosque located inside the District Magistrate's office complex.
India to acquire more S-400 systems, eye SU-57 fighter aircraft
India is set to acquire five more S-400 Triumf air defense systems from Russia, with Moscow sending a Bill of Quantities (BOQ) proposal for cost negotiations.
Delhi records drop in temperature after light rain
Delhi witnessed a sudden drop in temperature on Saturday after receiving light rain.
Woman abducted, stripped, assaulted over unpaid loan dues in Bengaluru
A woman in Bengaluru was allegedly abducted, stripped, and assaulted by three people over unpaid loan dues, India Today reported.
Right-wing influencer detained after protest at Parliament Street police station
Delhi Police detained 21-year-old right-wing content creator Swatantra Bhardwaj on Friday.
Kerala: 8 engineering students die in road accident
A tragic road accident in Thrissur district, Kerala, late on Friday night claimed the lives of eight people.
J&K: One terrorist killed in encounter in Budgam
A joint operation by the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police, and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) resulted in the killing of one terrorist in Budgam district on Friday.
Influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj on run after assaulting student's father detained
Swatantra Bharadwaj, a self-proclaimed influencer accused of assaulting a student's father during the protest at Jantar Mantar, has been detained.
MP student cleans river; gets praised by Anand Mahindra
A 20-year-old college student from Madhya Pradesh has become an unlikely environmental hero.
NIA links mercenary VanDyke, 14 Ukrainians to Myanmar drone attack
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has linked American citizen Matthew Van Dyke and six Ukrainians to a drone attack on a civilian aircraft in Myanmar.
Bengal: Adhikari plans to set up 1,000 Vidya Bharati schools
West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari has announced plans to set up at least 1,000 Vidya Bharati schools across the state in one year.
Yasin Malik denies 1990 murder involvement; still seeks capital punishment
Yasin Malik, the chief of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF), has filed an affidavit in a Jammu and Kashmir court denying his involvement in the 1990 murder of Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat, Bar and Bench reported.
CJP protests in Delhi over influencer's 'cracked protester's skull' claim
The Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) staged a protest at the Parliament Street Police Station in Delhi on Friday.
Jantar Mantar protests: 25 flagged by facial-recognition were already imprisoned
At least 25 people, who were flagged by the Delhi Police's facial recognition system during the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) protests at Jantar Mantar, were already in jail, The Indian Express reported.
Gadkari announces ₹2,077cr highway project in Siliguri corridor
The Indian government has allocated ₹2,000 crore for a 31.02km four-lane highway in the Siliguri Corridor.
Phuket-Delhi Air India flight had no hydraulics: Preliminary report
A preliminary report on the August 4 incident involving an Air India flight from Phuket to Delhi has revealed that all three hydraulic systems of the aircraft failed within seconds.
Delhi weather: IMD predicts thunderstorms, lightning, rain on Friday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted cloudy weather with intermittent rain and thunderstorms in Delhi-NCR on Friday.
India-Belgium firms sign defense deals spanning rockets, drones, tank turrets
Indian and Belgian companies have signed a series of defense agreements covering a wide range of technologies.
IndiGo plane hits pole while landing at Srinagar airport
An IndiGo flight from Navi Mumbai to Srinagar had a minor mishap on Friday morning.
How to apply for a caste certificate online
Applying for a caste certificate online can be a seamless experience if you follow the right steps.
Rotten meat, gulal in food: Bengal food scare before Durgotsava
A state-wide food safety drive in West Bengal before the Durga Puja has unearthed shocking violations at eateries, sweet shops, and bakeries.
Have no disciplinary power over NASLAR students: SC raps BCI
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Bar Council of India (BCI) and State Bar Councils do not have the authority to take disciplinary action against law students.
'Concocted story': Court drops NSA against student over Noida protest
The Allahabad High Court has quashed the Noida Police's preventive detention of 25-year-old Delhi University graduate Aakriti Chaudhary under the National Security Act (NSA).
Ex-bureaucrat Ashish Joshi questioned for 9hrs over social media posts
Former bureaucrat Ashish Joshi was detained and questioned by the Delhi Police's Special Cell on Wednesday in connection with social media posts allegedly related to the Election Commission of India (ECI), the Indian Express reported.
Who are Ram Temple trust's 3 new trustees, office-bearers
The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya on Wednesday inducted three new trustees, including its first woman member, and reshuffled its office-bearers.
How to renew your Indian passport without the hassle
Renewing a passport in India can be a complicated affair, particularly for first-timers.
IAF fighter pilot Abhinandan Varthaman takes premature retirement, joins airline
Indian Air Force (IAF) fighter pilot Abhinandan Varthaman has taken premature retirement from the force. He has joined Goa-based regional airline FLY91 as a pilot, PTI reported, quoting sources.
The new rules Delhi buses must follow after minor's gang-rape
The Delhi government has issued a fresh set of safety directions for buses in the city after the shocking gang rape of a 16-year-old girl inside a moving sleeper bus on August 4.
Op Sindoor commander Jitendra Mishra appointed Ram Temple trust CEO
Air Marshal (Retired) Jitendra Mishra has been appointed as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya.
Ram Temple appoints 3 new trustees ahead of CEO announcement
The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust in Ayodhya has appointed three new trustees at its meeting currently underway.
'You're no longer democratically elected': SC tells BCI chairman
The Supreme Court has reminded Bar Council of India (BCI) Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra that he is only a pro tem chairman and not a democratically elected office-bearer.
India to have 100 new airports by 2036
India is set to witness a massive expansion in its aviation infrastructure with the construction of 100 new airports over the next decade.
Kota girl dies at AIIMS Delhi after 13-year surgery wait
A 15-year-old girl from Kota, Rajasthan, died at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi on Tuesday.
'Serious findings' detected during safety audits of major Indian airlines
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has reported "serious findings" during safety audits of major Indian airlines, including IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and SpiceJet, HT reported.
Vijay government bans smartphones at 52 Tamil Nadu temples
The Tamil Nadu government has implemented a ban on smartphones in 52 major temples across the state.
Why Bihar has advised against eating fish after Nepal flood
Bihar authorities have issued a warning against consuming, buying, or selling unfamiliar fish caught in floodwaters.
Trans 'aghori' arrested after allegedly eating human flesh from pyre
A self-styled "Aghori," Kali alias Nand Giri, was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly disturbing funeral rites at the Chakratirth cremation ground in Ujjain.
3 shortlisted for Ram Mandir CEO post; decision likely today
The search committee formed to pick the first CEO of Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust has shortlisted three candidates for the position.
7-year-old Andhra girl dies after consuming anti-malaria tablets; 52 hospitalized
A seven-year-old girl died after taking chloroquine tablets in Gollaguppa village, Andhra Pradesh. However, the exact cause of the death is under investigation.
How to apply for a passport in India
Applying for a passport in India can be a smooth experience if you are prepared.
Unidentified individuals break into high-security Secunderabad Cantonment, steal 11 weapons
In a shocking security breach, a cache of 11 weapons was stolen from the high-security Secunderabad Cantonment area on Sunday night.
₹7.4cr currency notes replaced with counterfeits at UP PNB vault
A shocking case of currency fraud has been reported at the Punjab National Bank (PNB) currency chest in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.
Mumbai, Tamil Nadu to see steep hike in milk prices
Mumbai and Tamil Nadu are set to witness a steep hike in milk prices, just ahead of the festive season.
SC invokes special powers to quash FIRs against student protesters
The Supreme Court has quashed the FIRs against protesters involved in the Cockroach Janata Party-led paper leak protests from July 20 to July 26 by invoking Article 142 of the Constitution.
Cockroach Janta Party withdraws protest after Centre's assurance to SC
The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) has withdrawn its planned protest march in Delhi on September 5.
UP girl dies days after teacher allegedly twists arm
A 13-year-old student of Class VIII in Uttar Pradesh's Hardoi district died on August 30, allegedly after a teacher twisted her arm.
AI Express passengers subjected to handwriting tests after bomb threat
An Air India Express flight passengers were made to give their handwriting samples after the flight from Dammam to Delhi was diverted to Ahmedabad on Monday after a bomb threat was discovered in the lavatory.
IMD predicts below-normal rainfall in September, El Niño effect likely
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted below-normal rainfall for the month of September, which marks the end of India's four-month monsoon season.
51 of 227 Indians recruited into Russian army deceased: MEA
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday revealed that 227 Indian nationals have been recruited into the Russian army since the Ukraine conflict began.
Mumbai's auto and taxi fares hiked: Check new rates
The Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) has witnessed a hike in auto-rickshaw and black-and-yellow taxi fares.
2 crore voters dropped after Maharashtra SIR
Over two crore names have been dropped from Maharashtra's draft electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR).
Goa-Delhi IndiGo flight returns after mid-air engine issue
An IndiGo flight from Goa to Delhi was forced to return to Goa due to an issue with one of its engines.
MP Governor approves rejection of prosecution sanction against minister
Madhya Pradesh Governor Mangubhai Patel has approved the state Cabinet's recommendation not to grant prosecution sanction against Cabinet Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah.
Lay's, Maggi...: FDA seizes expired, mislabeled food items worth ₹75L
A massive food-safety operation in Navi Mumbai has exposed a racket where manufacturing and expiry dates of packaged food products were tampered with.
After 16-year-old gang-raped in bus, UP-Delhi police fight over jurisdiction
The recent arrest of two men by the Delhi Police for allegedly gang-raping a 16-year-old girl in Greater Noida has led to a jurisdictional dispute with the Uttar Pradesh Police.
Modi turns 7.8% GDP growth cue into 'swadeshi' pitch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday hailed India's 7.8% economic growth as a collective achievement of the nation.
How to correct land document errors in India
Correcting mistakes in land records is a crucial task for maintaining property rights in India.
Anna Hazare admitted to Mumbai hospital's ICU
Social activist Anna Hazare has been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of Bombay Hospital in Mumbai.
Manipur Census deferred
The Manipur High Court has postponed the upcoming Census exercise in the state, which was set to begin on September 1 amid protests by civil society groups demanding the updation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC) before the exercise.
Sukesh Chandrasekhar gets 8-year jail term for impersonating SC judge
A Delhi court has sentenced conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar to eight years of imprisonment for impersonating a sitting Supreme Court judge. The court also found him guilty of pressuring a judicial officer to grant bail.
India rejects World Bank court's ruling on Indus Waters Treaty
India has rejected the World Bank-constituted Court of Arbitration's (CoA) ruling on the Indus Waters Treaty.
What's special about deep-sea diving vessel INS Nipun commissioned today
The Indian Navy has commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenous Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel (DSV), at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
'Can't presume…': Why SC refused to stay CJP's upcoming protest
The Supreme Court on Monday declined to pass orders against a protest march by the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) on September 5 in Delhi.