Government data shows MGNREGA provided an average of just 48 days of work per household over five years, far short of the promised 125 days. Explore the reasons and implications for rural employment.
Two friends arrested for murdering an 18-year-old in Delhi over a relationship dispute. Body recovered from Munak Canal. Police recover weapon and vehicle.
Karnataka Minister R Ashoka alleges Congress failed to pay dues for Feb & March to 1.26 crore Gruha Lakshmi scheme women beneficiaries despite budget allocation. Read the full story.
Rajasthan Public Service Commission proposes reintroducing application fees for each exam to deter non-serious candidates and prevent wastage of public funds. Read more.
Surrendered Maoist leader Chandranna details the internal decay, state pressure, and failure to adapt to social change that led to the movement's decline. Read his exclusive insights.
A routine traffic stop in Chittorgarh spiraled into chaos, leaving a woman exposed to a patrol vehicle's wheels. Watch the video that led to the ASI's suspension pending inquiry.
Punjab liquor traders warn of financial stress, call for abolishing open IMFL quota system in 2026-27 excise policy. They cite oversupply and unsustainable competition as major threats.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Panchkula caused severe traffic jams, road closures, and public anger. Traders report losses, patients face delays. Details inside.
Burglars targeted the Nagpur residence of Padma Shri Dr Sukhadeo Thorat, former UGC chairman. Police are investigating the break-in and examining CCTV footage. Read for details.
Jaipur police recover the murder weapon in the Babita killing case after accused Jitendra Singh confesses. The body was dumped in a neighbour's yard. Read the latest details.
Allahabad High Court sets aside dismissal of MNNIT lecturer, ruling consensual relationship with student is misconduct, not sexual harassment. Details of the 19-year legal battle inside.
A dinner gathering of nearly 40 BJP Brahmin legislators in Lucknow has ignited a political storm. While the party calls it informal, the Opposition sees caste-based resentment. Get the full story.
Delhi Police examine CCTV footage & medical report confirming assault on passenger by an Air India Express pilot at IGI Airport. Details of the December 19 altercation revealed.
Delhi Police's Anti-Narcotics Cell arrested two men and seized 304 grams of heroin from Narela. The accused, Taslim and Salman Ansari, are in custody. Read the full details.
From candlelit vigils in Nairobi to tributes in Assam, see how the world marked Christmas Eve 2025. Explore powerful images of faith, art, and conflict. View the gallery now.
Delhi High Court directs civic bodies to act against unauthorised food joints in Majnu Ka Tila, flagging safety hazards. The order came on a PIL highlighting illegal constructions.
CM Yogi Adityanath and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released 'Atal Mahanayak' booklet, praising Vajpayee's governance and dialogue with Opposition. Read more about the Good Governance Day event.
A 16-year-old girl was found dead in Sachendi village, Kanpur, days after her father beat her for an alleged affair. Police preserved viscera as postmortem unclear. Read the full report.
India urges dialogue after demolition of a revered Hindu deity statue in the Thailand-Cambodia border dispute zone. Such acts hurt global sentiments and damage shared heritage.
Chennai's transport authority drafts a 350-page uniform road design code to fix broken footpaths, frequent digging, and poor pedestrian infrastructure. Implementation expected by late 2025.
Calcutta High Court's Jalpaiguri bench temporarily lifts liquor sale ban at iconic Glenary's in Darjeeling, citing festive spirit and revenue. Bar to operate with strict accounting until January 12.
Read the latest DH Speak Out column detailing public grievances from December 24, 2025, and the official responses from Karnataka authorities. Stay informed on civic issues.
Dholpur police arrested five notorious criminals, two with Rs 50,000 rewards, after a fierce gunfight in the ravines. One criminal was injured. A large cache of illegal weapons was seized. Read more.
A pilot audit in Telangana reveals 10% of social pension beneficiaries are ineligible, including govt employees' families & car owners. State plans massive clean-up. Read details.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin honors singer Nagore E M Hanifa's centenary, praising his role in communal harmony and Dravidian movement. Discover his lasting legacy.
Telangana High Court directs state govt to forward eligible IPS officers list to UPSC for DGP-HoPF appointment, following Supreme Court mandate. Next hearing on Jan 20.
Rajasthan High Court dismisses farmers' petitions, upholds land acquisition for a new airbase in Sriganganagar, citing national security as paramount. Read the full judgment details.
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission disposed of a record 12,608 complaints in three years. Member V Kannadasan directed compensation in 60 cases and held TANGEDCO responsible for a fatal accident. Read more.
Churu police arrested Ankit Meghwal for murdering his elder brother Vikas. The accused used alcohol and a rope. Read the shocking details of this family tragedy.
A 17-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl were killed in separate road accidents in Nuh district. Truck and car drivers fled the spots. Police have registered cases and launched investigations.