Pakistan outlines its stance on joining a US-backed Gaza peacekeeping force, opposing Hamas's disarmament and demanding a Palestinian state. Get the full details on Islamabad's diplomatic conditions.
Tirupati's anti-smuggling task force had a landmark 2025, arresting 263, seizing 35 tons of red sanders logs worth Rs 47 crore, and nabbing 10 most-wanted smugglers. Read the full story.
East Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharsawan authorities intensify action against illegal sand and stone mining. 9 vehicles seized, 10 boats destroyed, and 15,000 CFT of sand confiscated. DC issues show-cause notices to officials.
Gurgaon authorities seized 126 vehicles involved in illegal mining and transportation, collecting fines of Rs 84 lakh between April and December. Read about the strict measures being implemented.
Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh's Egypt visit aims to deepen strategic & defence cooperation, including joint exercises and training. Read more.
Vijayawada police uncover an inter-city MDMA drug network from Bengaluru. An accused dramatically escapes custody. Details on the bust and ongoing manhunt inside.
Karnataka cracks down on plastic pollution in Mysuru. A new task force will enforce bans, following raids that seized 26,000 tons of material. Read about the comprehensive action plan.
An 82-year-old retired trader in Vadodara lost Rs 1.12 crore to cyber criminals promising easy online income. Police investigate the sophisticated scam. Stay vigilant against online fraud.
A massive 300-acre multi-state expo and township dedicated to Hinduism and Hindutva is set to be developed in Tirupati. Conceptualized by Jimmy Mistry, it aims to be a permanent cultural institution. Read more.
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP govt patronage in multi-crore codeine syrup racket, demands new 'Syrup Task Force'. He claims STF is hand in glove with accused.
ACB court rejects bail for former TTD manager RSSV Subrahmanyam in the high-profile laddu ghee adulteration case. CBI SIT alleges Rs 100+ crore loss. Read the full details.
TTD cancels VIP break darshan at Tirumala on Dec 23 for Koil Alwar Tirumanjanam. All privilege darshans also halted during 10-day Vaikunta Ekadasi. Devotees urged to plan visit accordingly.
A joint task force rescued 12 children from hazardous work at a Dharapur construction site. The minors, aged 8-14, are now safe in a shelter. Read how citizens can help stop child labour.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams board greenlights a new Venkateswara temple in Mumbai, significant salary increases for priests, and an integrated township in Tirupati. Key decisions unveiled.
Former TTD chairman accuses Andhra govt of gifting prime temple land worth Rs 520 cr to a private hotel group. Demands probe into alleged Rs 500 cr loss. Details inside.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams initiates a complete procurement department overhaul following scams. CBI probe reveals staff collusion, prompting staff transfers and strength review.
The Supreme Court has transferred the suo motu monitoring of the RG Kar rape-murder probe to Calcutta High Court. The bench also ordered a CBI status report for the victim's family. Details inside.
TTD Chairman B R Naidu inaugurated a central medical storage facility and new accommodation for patient attendants at SVIMS, Tirupati. The projects, costing ₹15.05 crore, aim to enhance healthcare infrastructure and patient support. Read more about the de
Sridhar Boddupalli of Vertice Global Pvt Ltd donated silver max half blades worth Rs 1.2 crore to TTD, meeting the temple's annual requirement for tonsuring devotees. Read the full story.
A newborn girl was found abandoned in cold near a Tirupati forest guest house. The baby, missing four fingers, is stable. Police seek public help to trace parents.
Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre assures MLC Kishore Kumar Puttur that an Elephant Task Force will be operational in Dakshina Kannada from next week to tackle human-elephant conflict.
The Supreme Court has transferred the RG Kar Medical College rape and murder case to the Calcutta High Court for monitoring. The move follows the conviction and aims to address ancillary issues like doctors' safety.
Indian Air Force hosts Exercise AviaIndra-2025 with Russian counterparts from Dec 15-22. The drill features Su-30 MKI, Tejas jets & aims to boost bilateral defence synergy. Read more.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams announces a massive spiritual city near Alipiri, a Rs 48 crore hospital boost, and key initiatives for education and temple infrastructure. Explore the details.
Andhra Pradesh High Court orders Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams to adopt AI and tech for Parakamani to reduce theft. Court calls current frisking 'inhuman'. Next hearing on Dec 19.
Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrests drug peddler Sonu Pal in Prayagraj, seizes ganja worth Rs 2 crore. Read the full details of the highway bust and the accused's criminal history.
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams introduces a fully automated, transparent cottage donation policy to eliminate manipulation. New rules include donor nominees, CCTV surveillance, and clear accountability.
Explore the science behind nature's most powerful jaws. Discover which animals, including a surprising vegetarian, have the deadliest bite force on Earth. Read more.
TTD EO Anil Kumar Singhal directs officials to install UPI kiosks & QR codes in 60 temples, fast-track 5,000 new temples, and modernize staff quarters. Key decisions from Tirupati review meeting.
YSRCP & Congress MPs to move adjournment motions over sexual abuse of a 22-year-old Odisha student at Tirupati's National Sanskrit University. Police probe alleged cover-up by university management.