Lula, Putin Discuss Venezuela Sovereignty in Phone Call
Brazilian President Lula and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation, focusing on Venezuela's situation and reaffirming shared approaches to sovereignty.
Category : Politics
Maharashtra Municipal Polls: Voting Underway, BMC Key
Maharashtra holds crucial municipal corporation elections today, with voting in high-stakes polls across the state. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation emerges as a key battleground in these local body elections.
Sikhs Confront Afghan Man Over Alleged Grooming in London
Around 200 Sikh protesters gathered at a Hounslow flat, accusing an Afghan man of grooming a 16-year-old Sikh girl. Police eventually intervened, taking the man away.
Goa Opposition Slams Govt Over Rising Crime, 'Jungle Raj'
Opposition leader Yuri Alemao criticizes the Goa government for failing to control crime, citing increased murders and rapes, and accuses it of ignoring key issues like land conversion and the Birch club fire.
Three Arrested in Patna for Sand Trader's Murder
Police in Patna arrested three men for murdering 26-year-old sand trader Pankaj Kumar. The body was recovered from the Ganga River. The accused confessed to the crime, citing personal grudges.
Harvard-Backed Program Trains Women for Political Office in Tamil Nadu
V Margatham from Cuddalore and Nilavazhagi S from Tiruvallur joined Thenkoodu, a free political training program supported by Harvard Kennedy School, to learn campaigning and leadership skills for upcoming elections.
Bihar Police Hits 10-Day Passport Verification Target
Bihar Police completes passport verification in just 10 days, a major improvement from previous months-long delays. Patna RPO aims to maintain this standard statewide by 2026.
Goa CM Pledges Action on Air Quality as MLAs Sound Alarm
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announces efforts to improve Goa's Air Quality Index after opposition leaders highlight pollution concerns in assembly.
Iran FM Calls Jaishankar, Discusses Regional Situation
Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian contacted External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to discuss the evolving situation in the region, highlighting diplomatic engagement.
Ex-Singapore Minister: Trump Raised Global Stress Levels
At the C.D. Deshmukh Lecture, former Singapore minister Kishore Mahbubani highlighted how Donald Trump's presidency increased cortisol levels worldwide, sparking debate on global governance.
Sonowal Hails INSV Kaundinya's Muscat Arrival as Historic
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal celebrates the arrival of INSV Kaundinya in Muscat, calling it a historic moment of pride for India's maritime achievements.
Patna Husband, Accomplice Arrested for Wife's Murder
Patna police arrested Subodh Sharma and Kunal Kishor for allegedly killing Mala Devi over financial disputes and personal suspicions. The murder occurred in an agricultural field in Gazachak Mohammadpur.
Goa Mandates Helmets for All Two-Wheeler Occupants
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announces mandatory helmet rule for pillion riders in Goa following Supreme Court guidelines. He also addresses rising crime rates in the assembly.
Delhi Court Extends NIA Custody in Red Fort Blast Case
A Delhi court has extended the NIA's custody of five accused in the Red Fort blast case until January 16 for further interrogation to uncover the larger conspiracy.
Woman Critically Injured by Train in Sambalpur
A young woman in her 20s suffered severe head injuries after being hit by the Sambalpur-Shalimar Express near Mundera. RPF rushed her to hospital and is investigating the incident.
Three Arrested in Rourkela for Dacoity Plot, Three Escape
Police in Sundargarh district arrested three individuals at Chandrapur playground for allegedly planning a dacoity. Three other gang members escaped during the raid.
Bhogi Festival Sparks Political Clash in Andhra Pradesh
Bhogi celebrations across Andhra Pradesh turned political as NDA and YSRCP leaders used bonfires to energize supporters and attack rivals, with symbolic burnings and viral performances.
US Moves to Next Phase of Gaza Ceasefire Plan
The United States announces Phase Two of its Gaza plan, focusing on disarming Hamas, establishing a technocratic administration, and beginning reconstruction under US supervision.
Trump Impersonator Sells H-1B Visas in Bangalore Satire
A viral video shows a Donald Trump impersonator selling H-1B visas on Bangalore streets, sparking online debate about US immigration policy and political satire.
Haridwar: Two Killed in Bike-Truck Crash on Highway
Akshat Sharma, 26, and Shradha Joshi, 18, died in a road accident on the Haridwar-Bijnor highway near Shyampur bypass. Their bike was hit from behind by a truck.
Uttarakhand HC Acquits Man in Attempted Murder Case
The Uttarakhand High Court acquitted Jalaluddin, overturning his life sentence for attempted murder after finding the prosecution failed to prove charges beyond reasonable doubt.
Dehradun Man Externed for Six Months Over Violence, Harassment
Dehradun district administration externed Divyakant Lakhera from Rishi Vihar after his mother and neighbours complained of violent behaviour, drug activities, and harassment of women.
Rakesh Aggarwal Appointed as New NIA Chief
Counter-terrorism specialist Rakesh Aggarwal takes over as NIA chief, bringing deep experience in terror financing and radicalisation investigations.
Man Declared Dead Found Alive, Police Restart Murder Case
A man believed murdered and cremated in Meerut was found walking in Sambhal, forcing police to reopen the investigation and identify the real victim.
ISMA Seeks GST Cuts on Biofuels, Policy Support in Pilibhit
The Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers Association presents a 10-point blueprint to transform sugar into bio-energy hubs, cut GST on flex-fuel vehicles, and boost clean mobility.
MCD Fines Over Rs 15 Lakh for Winter Open Burning
Delhi's MCD has imposed fines exceeding Rs 15 lakh this winter to combat open and biomass burning, deploying 225 surveillance teams for night enforcement.
Chatra to Get First Cinema Hall After Decades of Extremism
Chatra district in Jharkhand, long affected by left-wing extremism, will finally get its first movie theatre. The digital cinema hall with 140 seats marks a significant social shift for the region.
Bus Overturns in Dumka, Injuring Dozen Passengers
A bus traveling from Rampurhat to Dumka overturned after being hit by a speeding truck, injuring twelve passengers including elderly and minors. Locals rescued them and sent them to hospital.
Mathura: Teen Detained for Alleged Rape of 5-Year-Old Girl
A 15-year-old boy was detained in Mathura district for the alleged rape of a five-year-old girl. The case is registered under BNS and Pocso Act, with the accused to face the Juvenile Justice Board.
Sambhal Police Defy Magistrate's FIR Order Again
Sambhal police refuse to register FIR against officers for second time, calling magistrate's order illegal. Legal experts condemn the defiance as contempt of court.
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