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Ludhiana police arrest two men for attempted murder after a woman from Uzbekistan was shot for refusing a drive. Details on the case and recovery of weapon inside.
Noida cybercrime unit arrests a key suspect linked to Chinese fraud networks in a massive stock market investment scam. Learn how the multi-state operation was busted and how to protect yourself.
AAP's Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP govt of fudging AQI data and failing GRAP-4 in Delhi. He questions PM Modi's silence as pollution hits severe levels. Read the full story.
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon brilliantly captures the nation's swelling sentiment of pride. See the artwork that's sparking conversation across India.
Jammu Municipal Corporation Commissioner inspected the green strip at Channi Himmat, directing officials for better upkeep and public awareness. Read more about the beautification drive.
Jammu and Kashmir Police arrest three individuals in Doda district for alleged illegal cow slaughter. The arrests follow a raid in Ghat village. Read the full story for details.
Aam Aadmi Party dominates Amritsar's rural body elections, securing a massive mandate. Read the full analysis of the results and their political implications.
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses BRS petitions seeking disqualification of 10 MLAs, citing lack of proof of defection. BRS alleges bias, claims MLAs joined Congress. Full details inside.
Maharashtra government mandates all departments to update MLA/MLC correspondence registers within a month. Random inspections by Privileges Committee to start from Jan 2026. Read more.
Congress faces a reality check in Punjab's rural elections, trailing far behind AAP. Results show party's struggle at grassroots level ahead of assembly polls. Read full analysis.
A Gurgaon lawyer, Navin Rana, was arrested for allegedly impersonating a man dead since 1993 to sell his land and siphon Rs 60 lakh. The fraud spanned nearly a decade using forged documents.
Deputy Commissioner Darshan HV's phone-in at MCC addressed over 30 citizen complaints on transport, college documents & dog pounds. Details on new e-buses & solutions inside.
The NWKRTC Hosur regional bus terminal in Hubballi is plagued by filth and poor maintenance just years after its 2020 launch. Passengers decry pan-stained walls & garbage. Officials blame public spitting.
Karnataka assembly unanimously passes resolution to protect its 56% reservation laws under Constitution's Ninth Schedule, aiming to shield them from legal challenges. The move mirrors Tamil Nadu's successful precedent.
A bronze statue of late Congress stalwart and former Union minister B Shankaranand was unveiled at Club Road Circle in Belagavi. Minister Satish Jarkiholi and other dignitaries paid tribute to his political legacy and contributions to North Karnataka.
Ahmedabad's Rs 472 crore ITMS project aims for a single travel card for AMTS, BRTS, and metro, cutting 75% ticketing staff. A smart mobility push for 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Delhi's new ban on non-BS-VI vehicles from NCR caused severe traffic jams at entry points. Over 500 vehicles turned back, disrupting daily commutes. Read about the enforcement and public reaction.
Nagpur political parties push for home voting for 80+ & disabled in NMC polls. Municipal Commissioner forwards proposal to State Election Commission for final decision. Read more.
Delhi Fire Service launches citywide inspections after Goa nightclub fire, closing 5 venues for serious violations. Read about the safety drive ahead of Christmas and New Year.
A CAG report reveals the Rail Land Development Authority failed to monetise surplus railway land effectively since 2006. Discover the audit findings and implications.
Despite outrage over a student's death, 364 school buses/vans in Nagpur lack fitness certificates. Officials claim action, but safety gaps persist. Read the full investigation.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe into Ghuni settlement fire affecting 400+. BJP alleges link to voter list, TMC dismisses claims. Details on relief efforts.
A major fire and explosions at a Kolkata medical oxygen storage unit caused structural damage, jolting residents. No casualties reported. Read for details on the incident and response.
Cyberabad police, in a massive six-month operation, deport 72 foreigners linked to drug networks. Read about India's largest such crackdown and the rescue of trafficking victims.
Several gram panchayats in Telangana see zero nominations for sarpanch and ward member posts due to flawed reservation quotas, leading to stalled local democracy. Read about the impact and official concerns.
A 40-year-old man in Madurai died by suicide, citing a court order banning the lighting of Karthigai deepam at Thiruparankundram. Police investigation underway.
Poor crowd management and frequent train delays at Thiruvananthapuram Central are creating dangerous evening rush hour chaos. Experts warn of stampede risks. Read more.
Karnataka assembly unanimously passes bill criminalising caste-based social boycott. New law allows police to act suo motu, with offenders facing up to 3 years jail. Read the full story.