Elderly Man Dies After SIR Hearing Notice in Hooghly
An 85-year-old Rishra resident, Dhananjay Chaturvedi, passed away days after receiving a notice for an SIR hearing. His family alleges he died from anxiety over the process. Details inside.
Category : Politics
US Military Assault Captures Venezuela's President Maduro
US forces capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a large-scale military operation, triggering international condemnation and urgent diplomatic activity. Read the latest global reactions.
Karnataka HC grants bail to disabled Bescom employee
Karnataka High Court grants anticipatory bail to a disabled Bescom assistant storekeeper accused in a Rs 3.57 crore material shortage case, citing his clean record and health. Read the full details.
Maoist PGLA Fortress Collapses as Leaders Surrender
The Maoist-backed PGLA in Telangana suffers a major blow as its top commanders surrender, marking a significant victory for state police. Read the full story.
Odisha CM Majhi pays tribute to former CM JB Patnaik
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi recalled former CM Janaki Ballabh Patnaik's scholarly and leadership qualities at his 100th birth anniversary. Read about his political journey and literary works.
EC Mandates Live Photos for Voter Hearing Notices in Kolkata
Kolkata's BLOs must now upload live photos of voters receiving hearing notices, a new EC directive aims to ensure transparency. Read about the rollout and the challenges faced.
EC Directs BLOs to Upload Live Photos with Voters
The Election Commission mandates Booth Level Officers to upload live photos of voters receiving hearing notices via the BLO App. New rule aims to ensure transparency in the voter mapping process in Kolkata and West Bengal.
Chouhan Warns States on Delayed Agriculture Fund Utilisation
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan urges states to strategically utilise budgets before March to avoid losses and ensure timely central fund releases for key schemes like PM-KISAN.
Uttarakhand Minister's Husband's 'Cheap Brides' Remark Sparks Row
Husband of Uttarakhand minister makes controversial claim about brides from Bihar costing ₹20,000-25,000. Opposition demands resignation, sparking a major political controversy.
Mausam Noor rejoins Congress before Bengal elections
In a major political shift, Mausam Noor, former TMC Malda district chief, returns to Congress months before the West Bengal Assembly elections. This move reshapes the electoral landscape in Malda.
Barber arrested in Palghar for playing 'anti-national' songs
A 25-year-old barber in Palghar's Naigaon was arrested by MBVV Police for allegedly playing provocative songs related to Kashmir. The accused ignored warnings from locals. Read the full story.
Vande Bharat Sleeper Trains Coming to All States
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announces Vande Bharat Sleeper trains for all states, starting with the Howrah-Guwahati route. Get the latest updates on features and launch schedule.
Chaitanya Baghel Released on Bail in Chhattisgarh Liquor Case
Chaitanya Baghel, son of former CM Bhupesh Baghel, granted bail and released from Raipur Central Jail in the multi-crore liquor scam case. Details on the ED probe and political fallout inside.
TMC Pledges Rs 300 Daily Wage for Bengal Tea Garden Workers
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee promises to raise tea workers' daily wage to Rs 300 if Mamata Banerjee secures a fourth term. He also announced new bus routes for Alipurduar and criticized the BJP. Read more.
US Strikes Venezuela, Congress Criticises Modi Govt
Evening Brief: US launches strikes in Venezuela, Indian Congress accuses Modi government of steering India towards 'Vinash Bharat'. Get the latest updates on global and national developments.
SC to Decide Bail for Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam on Jan 5
The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on the bail pleas of Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case on January 5. Read the full details here.
Man Hurt in Scooter Collision with Animal Near Madukkarai Forest
A 57-year-old man was injured after his scooter hit an unidentified animal near Madukkarai forest. Forest officials have installed cameras to monitor wildlife movement. Read the full story.
68 Maha Yuti Corporators Elected Unopposed in Maharashtra
The unopposed election of 68 Maha Yuti corporators sparks a major political row in Maharashtra. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut calls it unprecedented. Get the full story.
SGPC, Punjab Govt Row Escalates Over Missing Saroops
Friction intensifies between SGPC and Punjab government over missing Guru Granth Sahib Saroops. The dispute involves police investigations and administrative control. Read the full story.
Chilean President Calls for Peaceful Resolution to US-Venezuela Tensions
Chilean President Gabriel Boric urges peaceful dialogue & multilateralism after US airstrikes in Venezuela. Read the full story on the escalating regional tensions.
Pune News Today: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates
Get the latest Pune news for January 3, 2026. Stay updated on major civic developments, traffic alerts, weather, and key political stories you shouldn't miss.
Himachal College Student Dies After Harassment Complaint
A 19-year-old student of Government College, Dharamshala, dies in Ludhiana hospital. An FIR names a professor and three female students for alleged sexual harassment and ragging. Police investigation is ongoing.
Man's self-immolation bid stopped at Coimbatore police office
Coimbatore police thwart a 38-year-old man's self-immolation attempt at the commissioner's office. The man, Mohammed Yasin, alleged a Rs 4.5 lakh land fraud and police inaction. Read the full story.
Maduro Met Chinese Envoy Before Trump's Capture Claim
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro hosted a Chinese envoy in Caracas just before Donald Trump claimed he was captured in a US military strike. Details on the high-stakes diplomatic and military developments.
Maoist Strategist Badse Sukka Surrenders in Telangana
Notorious Maoist commander Badse Sukka, linked to the deadly 2013 Jhiram Ghati ambush, surrenders with 19 others before Telangana police. A major blow to left-wing extremism.
AIMIM: GHMC Expansion Arbitrary, Demands Committee Review
AIMIM's Akbaruddin Owaisi accuses Telangana govt of pushing GHMC expansion without debate. He demands bill be sent to select committee, criticises delimitation based on old census data.
PETA India Writes to PMO on Stray Dog, Cattle Policy
PETA India urges PMO to reject life confinement for stray dogs, highlighting dairy industry's role in cattle abandonment. Read their detailed proposal.
Pawan Kalyan lays foundation for TTD projects at Kondagattu temple
Actor-politician Pawan Kalyan laid the foundation stone for a major TTD-funded accommodation complex at Telangana's Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple on January 3, 2026.
Kharge: Attacking MGNREGA is attacking workers' rights
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge accuses Modi government of undermining MGNREGA, a crucial right to work for crores. He highlights fund cuts and delayed payments harming rural India.
SC to Pronounce Order on Delhi Riots Bail Pleas on Jan 5
The Supreme Court will deliver its orders on the bail pleas of Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and three others in the Delhi riots UAPA case on January 5. Get the latest details on the charges and court proceedings.
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