Kerala Opposition Slams CM-Gov Deal on VC Appointments
Kerala opposition leader V D Satheesan criticizes the CM-Governor agreement on university VC appointments as against state interests. He also condemns the case over a parody song. Read more.
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Thane Court Acquits Man Accused of Throwing Children
A Thane court acquits Aasif Shabbir Khan, accused of throwing two children from a building in 2023, citing lack of direct evidence and inconsistent testimony. Read the full details of the verdict.
Railways collects Rs 1,781 crore in FY25 ticket fines
Indian Railways collected Rs 1,781 crore in fines from ticketless and irregular travellers in FY25. Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites demand-supply gap, details penalties and tech upgrades to curb the issue.
Mumbai Man Held for Raping Minors After Drugging Them
A 45-year-old man in Mumbai was arrested within six hours for allegedly drugging and raping multiple minor girls, then blackmailing them with videos. Read the shocking details.
Bengal Renames Job Scheme After Mahatma Gandhi
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee renames 'Karmashree' job guarantee scheme after Mahatma Gandhi, criticising Centre for sidelining his legacy. Read the full story.
SHANTI Bill Passed, Allows Private Role in Nuclear Energy
India's Parliament has passed the landmark SHANTI Bill, permitting private sector participation in nuclear energy. This move aims to boost clean power generation and energy security. Read the full story for details.
Gender Justice in India: The Gap Between Law and Life
India's Constitution and landmark judgments promise gender equality, but the struggle for safety, dignity, and equity continues in homes, workplaces, and public spaces. Explore the journey and the persistent gaps.
Delhi Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest updates from Delhi on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Watch the full video for comprehensive coverage.
Bench Collapse at Bandra's Jogger's Park Injures Walker
A morning walker was injured after a cement seat collapsed at Jogger's Park in Bandra, Mumbai. The incident raises serious concerns about park maintenance and civic negligence. Read more.
Man arrested for fake airline job scam in Delhi NCR
Delhi Police arrested Rohit Mishra for a fake airline job fraud. The accused used forged documents & WhatsApp to cheat a woman. Learn how to spot such scams.
Punjab Police Crackdown on Fake 'Pilot' Vehicles, Bouncers
Punjab Police plans severe action against private security personnel and vehicles imitating police escorts. Get the full story on the rising menace and official response.
International Drug Smuggling Gang Busted, Key Accused Held
Haryana Police busts an international drug smuggling network, arresting a key accused from Punjab. The gang used drones to smuggle narcotics across the India-Pakistan border. Read the full details of the operation.
India, Oman Back Gaza Peace Plan & Palestinian State
India and Oman jointly welcome the initial Gaza ceasefire plan, urging a two-state solution for lasting peace. Read the full diplomatic statement and analysis.
Akhtar Demands Nitish Kumar Apology for 'Naqab' Remark
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar demands an unconditional apology from Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his controversial 'naqab' comment. Read the full story on the political row.
Red Fort Blast: 9th Accused in NIA Custody Till Dec 26
A Delhi court has sent the ninth arrested accused in the 2000 Red Fort attack case to NIA custody. The probe into the Lashkar-e-Toiba conspiracy continues. Read for details.
Indian Visa Centre in Dhaka Reopens After Security Alert
The Indian visa application centre in Dhaka's Gulshan area resumed operations after a brief closure prompted by security concerns. Officials confirm normal service restoration.
Chennai Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Weather Updates
Get the latest updates from Chennai on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather forecasts, and key political developments. Stay informed with the biggest news from the city on December 18, 2025.
Mumbai Headlines: Major Civic, Traffic & Political Updates
Get the biggest updates from Mumbai for December 18, 2025. Covering civic news, traffic alerts, weather, and key political developments. Stay informed with our comprehensive roundup.
NCP's Kokate quits cabinet after 2-year jail sentence
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate resigns after Nashik court convicts him in a 1995 government flat tampering case. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar accepts resignation, citing party's commitment to rule of law.
Karnataka Assembly passes Hate Speech Bill, India-Oman FTA signed
Karnataka Assembly approves contentious Hate Speech Bill despite BJP's walkout. In a major trade boost, India and Oman ink a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement. Read the full details.
HC Bar ends protest, work resumes after demands met
The Punjab & Haryana High Court Bar Association calls off protest after authorities accept demands: CIA officials added to FIR, SHO transferred. Court work resumes Friday.
Akhtar, Wasim demand apology from Nitish Kumar over naqab incident
Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar and former actor Zaira Wasim have strongly condemned Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for pulling a woman's naqab at a public event, demanding an unconditional apology.
Haryana Farmers' Agri Loan Debt Hits Rs 60,816 Crore
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini reveals over 25 lakh farmers have pending loans. Hisar & Sirsa top the list. Details on OTS schemes & national debt context inside.
Australia's Social Media Age Ban: US Voters Show Strong Support
Australia enforces a strict under-16 social media ban. A new Fox News poll reveals 64% of US voters support similar age restrictions, highlighting a global shift in online safety.
Grammar error in exam corrected after 6 years, MAT orders appointment
Maharashtra Tribunal directs state to appoint candidate after a 2019 Marathi answer key error on gender of 'Bagh' denied him a Talathi post. Expert opinion from Mumbai University confirmed the mistake.
Karnataka Enacts India's First Dedicated Hate Speech Law
Karnataka becomes India's first state with a dedicated law against hate speech and hate crimes, allowing for up to 10 years in prison for repeat offenders. Could this be a model for the nation?
Telangana HC Seeks AV Presentation on Hyderabad Metro Alignment
Telangana High Court demands an audiovisual presentation on Hyderabad Metro's Phase II alignment near Charminar, as petitioners claim lack of heritage permissions. Hearing adjourned to Jan 8, 2026.
Delhi court gives life term to CCL in 2017 rape-murder case
A Delhi court sentenced a Child in Conflict with Law (CCL) to life imprisonment for the 2017 rape and murder of a 60-year-old woman. His mother had earlier sought cancellation of his bail citing violence and alcoholism.
Sikh Lawyer Wins Case Against Mandatory Oath to King
Prabjot Singh Wirring's legal victory in Alberta Court of Appeal upholds religious freedom, striking down mandatory oath to monarch for lawyers. Read the full story.
Telangana HC alters murder conviction to culpable homicide
Telangana High Court modifies life sentence to time served, ruling the act was committed 'with knowledge but without intention'. Key legal distinction between intent and knowledge explained.
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