The 16th Finance Commission recommends including heatwaves and lightning as notified disasters, enabling states to fully utilize SDRF funds for relief efforts amid rising frequency and severity.
A shocking incident in Uttar Pradesh where a Class 7 student was tricked into handing over family jewellery valued at Rs 85 lakh to three vendors in exchange for momos, highlighting vulnerabilities in child safety and fraud prevention.
Delhi's Bhalswa landfill site is set for a major transformation into a new Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT), enhancing connectivity for northern states and addressing urban waste challenges by 2026.
Noida police have arrested two IT engineers for allegedly harassing a woman with obscene gestures from their car. The incident has raised concerns about women's safety in the city, with police taking swift action.
The Supreme Court has granted regular bail to all three accused in the Pune Porsche crash case, nearly two years after the fatal accident that killed two IT professionals. The court criticized parents for failing to control their children.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor criticises the politicisation of sports by both sides, calling it a disgraceful trend that undermines the spirit of fair play and national unity.
The SIT investigating C J Roy's death found no suicide note or diary, with evidence indicating suicide. A pistol and live cartridge were discovered under his office chair, with no signs of forced entry or outsiders present.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to three accused in the 2024 Pune Porsche crash case, criticizing parental negligence in providing car keys and funds to minors for reckless behavior.
Opposition MPs from Kerala protested against the Union Budget in Parliament, calling it 'anti-Kerala'. Simultaneously, uproar erupted in the Kerala Legislative Assembly over the Speaker's rejection of a discussion notice on alleged violations of the Keral
An Indian Airlines flight from Bombay to Delhi faced a 3-hour delay after a passenger assaulted the pilot over a 30-minute schedule issue, highlighting the importance of patience in travel.
The 16th Finance Commission recommends integrating peri-urban areas into municipal bodies and modernizing drainage in mid-sized cities to boost orderly urban growth.
Russia's Dmitry Medvedev says US actions regarding Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro break the international relations system, warning such acts could be considered war.
Bengaluru Metro's year-long etiquette drive reveals nearly 1 lakh violations, with loud music and priority seat misuse topping the list. BMRCL deploys home guards for awareness.
In a shocking incident in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, three youths allegedly befriended a Class 7 student and swindled jewellery worth Rs 85 lakh from him by offering momos in exchange, police said on Monday.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to three individuals accused of tampering with blood samples in the 2024 Pune Porsche crash case, noting their 18-month incarceration period.
In a shocking incident, thieves stole jewellery valued at Rs 25-30 lakh from 15 attendees during Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's funeral in Baramati, Maharashtra, raising security concerns.
Tragedy strikes in Bihar's Aurangabad district as four children die after allegedly consuming poison. Police have launched a probe into the incident.
The Supreme Court has directed the central government to establish an interstate water disputes tribunal to resolve the long-standing conflict over the Pennaiyar river between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.
Ghanem al-Masarir, a Saudi-born British satirist, received over £3 million in damages after a UK court found strong evidence linking Saudi Arabia to the hacking of his phone with Pegasus spyware and a physical assault in London.
Delhi residents experienced dense fog and moderate air quality across most areas on Thursday morning, with visibility dropping significantly and AQI readings showing improvement in some zones.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the Union Budget 2026-27, calling it a visionary document for poor, farmers, women, and youth, aligning with PM Modi's development vision.
Allahabad High Court rules that religious prayer meetings within private premises require no state permission, upholding Article 25 fundamental rights. The decision came during a plea hearing.
Rear Admiral Roger Menon (Retd.) discusses the Indian Navy's evolving doctrine, indigenous warships, nuclear submarines, and why aircraft carriers remain crucial for India's maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.
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Sunetra Pawar's appointment as Maharashtra's first woman Deputy CM after Ajit Pawar's death raises questions about her ability to hold a patriarchal party together while negotiating with BJP's expansionist politics.
A woman from Jalandhar has been arrested by police for allegedly hurting religious sentiments through a viral video. The case highlights ongoing legal actions against content deemed offensive to religious communities in India.
Telangana High Court rules that a 3-year-old can hold both Indian and British passports without penalties until adulthood, protecting citizenship rights under the Citizenship Act.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warns Washington must accept a fair nuclear agreement or face catastrophic regional war. Tehran demands sanctions relief first as Qatar and Egypt mediate.
Two men in a red MG Hector chased a family car in Noida, making obscene gestures. The viral video sparked outrage, leading to their arrest by Noida police, who are pursuing further legal action.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu criticizes Union Budget 2026-27 and 16th Finance Commission for discontinuing Revenue Deficit Grant, calling it a constitutional violation and fiscal blow to the hill state.