Mathura Bus Fire on Delhi-Agra Expressway, Casualties Feared
A major fire broke out involving several buses on the Delhi-Agra Expressway in Mathura on 16 December. Casualties are feared. Stay updated with the latest breaking news.
Category : Politics
Right to Disconnect Bill Introduced in Lok Sabha
NCP (SP)'s Supriya Sule introduces a bill for an employees' welfare authority, granting the right to disconnect from work after hours. Could this law redefine India's work culture?
US Pledges Security Guarantee for Ukraine in Berlin Talks
The US pledges security guarantees to Ukraine, aiming to break peace-talks deadlock. The offer includes seeking Senate backing and is a key step towards a potential year-end deal.
Woman Jumps After Police Arrive at Bengaluru Hotel Party
A young woman in Bengaluru suffered serious injuries after jumping from a hotel's fourth floor following a police visit. Allegations of misconduct and a bribe demand surface as investigations begin.
UPA Also Debated Halting MGNREGA in Farm Season
Sharad Pawar in UPA-II sought a halt to NREGA works during peak farming, while Jairam Ramesh opposed. The NDA's current proposals echo past internal debates. Explore the full history.
Iran Calls US Tanker Seizure 'State-Sponsored Piracy'
Iran condemns US seizure of Venezuelan oil tanker as piracy, warning it threatens regional stability. China, Russia also react as Venezuela tensions rise. Read full analysis.
Tribal woman trafficked, murdered in Hapur suitcase case
A Jharkhand tribal woman was trafficked, assaulted & murdered by a domestic help agency couple in Delhi-NCR. Her body was found in a Hapur sugarcane field. Read the shocking details.
US Warns Israel Over Gaza Strike, Straining Trump-Netanyahu Ties
The White House has privately reprimanded Israeli PM Netanyahu for a Gaza strike that killed a Hamas commander, violating the Trump-brokered ceasefire. This deepens US-Israel tensions over regional peace efforts. Read the full details.
ECI's Pre-Filled Notices in Bihar Raise Legal Questions
Exclusive: During Bihar's electoral revision, central ECI sent pre-filled notices to local officers, challenging the decentralized process mandated by law. Read about the procedural red flag.
Shamanur Shivashankarappa: A Legacy of Political Balance
Senior Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa, who passed away, is remembered for his unique ability to navigate party loyalty and Lingayat community advocacy. Explore his 13-year Mahasabha presidency and six-term MLA legacy.
Haryana CM: Police role extends beyond crime control
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini emphasizes police's role in building public trust & security. Announces 25% women representation, details major anti-crime ops. Read more.
Nagpur gets ₹2,980 crore infra boost ahead of civic polls
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth ₹2,980 crore in Nagpur, marking a massive infrastructure push. Key works include roads, sewage plants, and a high-rise firefighting platform. Explore the details.
Ram Vilas Vedanti, Ayodhya Temple Figure, Dies at 67
Former BJP MP and key Ayodhya Ram Temple figure Ram Vilas Vedanti passed away in Rewa. CM Yogi Adityanath calls it an 'irreparable loss'. Read the full story.
CPM: No Anti-Incumbency, LDF Base Intact for 2026
CPM state secretary M V Govindan asserts anti-incumbency did not cause LDF's local poll setback. He vows no alliance with adversaries, confident of a third straight win in 2026 Kerala assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Pune Land Scam: Sub Registrar's Custody Extended
Pune court extends suspended sub registrar Ravindra Taru's police custody in Mundhwa land scam. Probe reveals Rs 48,000 deposits during deal registration, causing Rs 6 crore govt revenue loss. Read the latest details.
Telangana's Second Airport Plan Hits Roadblocks
Plans for a second airport in Telangana face uncertainty as three proposed sites encounter serious obstacles. Get the latest updates on the stalled projects and what's next for Warangal.
Kolkata Traffic Chaos as Taratala Flyover Shuts for Testing
Lakhs in Kolkata face severe traffic jams due to Taratala Flyover closure for load testing. Commutes triple in time, with 2 lakh vehicles clogging alternate routes. Police advise diversions.
Gadkari, Fadnavis Inaugurate 12 Key Infrastructure Projects in Vidarbha
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and CM Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated 12 rail-road projects worth Rs 609 crore, including Nagpur's Lakadganj flyover, to ease traffic and boost safety in Vidarbha. Read more.
Ex-Maoist Leader Reveals Group's Low Profile, New Tactics
A surrendered Maoist leader discloses CPI (Maoist) has paused attacks due to security pressure, changed communication to internet, and relies on local cultivation. Read the full confession.
Shivakumar Seeks Time in National Herald Probe
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar will request Delhi Police for more time to appear in the National Herald case after the assembly session. He also seeks a copy of the FIR. Read the latest updates.
Lokesh Seeks National Skill Institute in Vizag, Details Tech Interest
AP Minister Nara Lokesh met Union Ministers in Delhi, requesting a National Skill Training Institute in Visakhapatnam and detailing global tech giants' investment interest. He also outlined state education initiatives.
Digital Extortion Poses Major Challenge: Delhi HC Chief Justice
Delhi High Court Chief Justice DK Upadhyaya warns digital extortion is a complex, borderless crime affecting all. Judges, lawyers must upskill. Supreme Court orders CBI probe.
NIA chargesheets LeT as legal entity in Pahalgam terror case
The NIA has filed a chargesheet in the Pahalgam terror attack case, naming Lashkar-e-Taiba as a legal entity for the first time. The 1,597-page document details Pakistan's role and lists seven accused. Read the full investigation details.
Nashik Municipal Corporation Polls Set for Jan 15
Maharashtra SEC announces elections for Nashik and 28 other municipal corporations. Voting on Jan 15, counting Jan 16. BJP's Mahayuti alliance confident of victory, while Congress raises voter list concerns.
Bombay HC Questions Jail Over Undertrial's Court No-Show
Bombay High Court demands answers from Taloja prison after an NDPS accused missed 66 of 69 hearings in two years. The court calls the lapse 'grave' and a shock to judicial conscience.
Goldy Brar's Ludhiana extortion racket busted, 10 held
Ludhiana police dismantle an extortion network linked to gangster Goldy Brar, arresting 10 local youths. Six firearms recovered. Details on the interstate nexus inside.
Haryana CM Stresses Transparency on Public Grievance Portal
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini calls CM Window a symbol of public trust, reveals 14.12 lakh complaints resolved. Officials urged to ensure honest and timely grievance redressal.
Karnataka transfers 8 lakh land parcels to legal heirs
Karnataka's revenue department has successfully transferred ownership of over 8 lakh agricultural plots from deceased owners to heirs. The move aims to help farmers access government schemes and prevent disputes. Read more about the Pauti khata campaign.
Mother Sues School for Denying RTE Admission to Autistic Twins
A Mumbai advocate challenges a school's refusal to admit her autistic twins under RTE Act. The Bombay High Court will hear the case, highlighting the fight for inclusive education.
SBSP Relaunches Suheldev Sena, Trains 2,000 Youth in Azamgarh
SBSP, a BJP ally in UP, relaunches its youth wing Rashtriya Suheldev Sena with a training program for 2,000 volunteers in Azamgarh, eyeing expansion ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections.
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