Mexico, Brazil Offer to Mediate US-Venezuela Crisis
Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum and Brazil's Lula offer mediation to de-escalate US-Venezuela tensions following Trump's naval blockade. Read the latest on the regional diplomatic push.
Category : Politics
Gas Pipeline Leak in Vasco During NHAI Excavation
A natural gas leak in Vasco's Alto-Dabolim caused alarm after a JCB hit a pipeline. Fire services quickly contained the situation. Read the full details.
Pune: 10 PMC wards have over 1 lakh voters each
With 10 of Pune's 41 wards having over one lakh registered voters, candidates face a tight two-week campaign window for the January 15 civic polls. Key challenges in merged areas highlighted.
Maharashtra Revenue Officers' Indefinite Strike from Dec 19
Maharashtra revenue officers launch an indefinite statewide strike, citing arbitrary suspensions and unmet demands. The govt defends actions against illegal mining. Full story inside.
Gurgaon beer price probe: Vends accused of overcharging bars
Gurgaon's excise department investigates liquor vends for allegedly overcharging restaurants for beer, violating policy and encouraging tax evasion. Full details inside.
New ₹720cr Nagpur Highway Lacks Pedestrian Safety in Dhapewada
The newly inaugurated ₹720cr Saoner-Dhapewada-Gondkhairi National Highway faces severe criticism for neglecting pedestrian safety in Dhapewada, forcing locals to risk their lives daily. Read about the community's demands and the official response.
Nagpur Woman Arrested for Storing Gang Weapons
Pachpaoli police arrest Rama Sikkalwar in Nagpur for allegedly storing weapons for the Ippa gang. Weapons worth Rs 3,500 seized. Read the full details.
Nagpur Employee Stole Rs 18 Lakh Garments, Caught on CCTV
A 19-year-old employee in Nagpur was booked for allegedly stealing women's garments worth Rs 18 lakh from his employer's godown. The theft was uncovered after the owner reviewed CCTV footage. Read for details.
Akola Bus Theft Solved, Stolen Gold & Cash Recovered
A theft on a moving bus in Akola was resolved swiftly after alert passengers intervened. The victim's purse with a gold chain and cash was recovered at the police station. Read the full story.
BJP's Assam Playbook: Pro-Indigenous Laws and Poll Strategy
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma expresses confidence in BJP's third consecutive win, highlighting pro-indigenous laws as a key strategy. Analysis of the political landscape ahead of state elections.
Police Detail Gross Negligence in Goa Nightclub Fire
Anjuna police oppose bail for Birch by Romeo Lane staff, citing no fire safety, locked exits, and gross negligence leading to 25 deaths. The court rejected interim bail. Read the full details.
Ghaziabad man arrested for killing stepdaughter, 18-month-old
A 26-year-old man in Ghaziabad's Khoda area was arrested for allegedly murdering his 18-month-old stepdaughter following frequent arguments with his wife. The accused fled after the crime but was nabbed during routine police checking.
Nagpur Ward Reservation Exceeds SC 50% Ceiling
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's 54.3% ward reservation breaches Supreme Court cap. Commissioner says process followed SEC approval. Legal experts warn of OBC quota cuts if SC rules against it.
Nagpur civic polls cost surges to Rs 20 crore for 2026
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's election budget for 2026 hits Rs 20 crore, a 165% jump from 2017. Rising fuel, manpower, and material costs drive the steep increase. Read the full breakdown.
ED raids Panaji real estate firm in land grabbing probe
Enforcement Directorate seizes documents & Dubai property deeds in Panaji raid linked to alleged fraudulent usurpation of tenanted agricultural land. Investigation reveals conspiracy with officials.
Massive fire destroys home, wedding goods in Nanoda
A devastating fire gutted a house in Bamanwada, Nanoda, destroying cash, gold ornaments, and wedding preparations. The family suspects foul play. Read the full report.
Goa's Zilla Panchayats: Powerless After Two Decades
Two decades on, Goa's zilla panchayats remain powerless in governance but politically charged. Experts blame deliberate centralization and party-based elections for undermining local self-governance. Explore the paradox.
Man held for renting 11 cars, using them as collateral
A 32-year-old man from Moradabad was arrested in Ghaziabad for allegedly renting 11 cars and then mortgaging some to raise cash after his business suffered losses. Police have recovered eight vehicles so far.
Woman murdered after resisting assault in Hardoi; accused arrested
A 21-year-old woman was murdered in Hardoi after resisting a sexual assault. The accused, Furqan, was arrested following a police encounter. Read the full details of the case.
UP CS Ensures 25-Tonne Urea Stock, Warns Sellers
Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary SP Goyal mandates 25-tonne urea stock at sales centres, warns of FIRs for overcharging. Also reviews KGBVs, Adarsh Schools, and plans Atal Vajpayee centenary events.
Sawant's High-Stakes Campaign in Pernem's 4 Seats
Goa CM Pramod Sawant campaigns in Pernem taluka's four seats, projecting BJP-MGP alliance as key to 'Swayampurna Goa'. Internal friction and a multi-cornered contest pose challenges.
Goa's Poll Day Curbs: Shops Shut Near Voting Centres
North and South Goa district magistrates order closure of eateries within 100m of polling stations on Dec 20. Gatherings of over 5 persons banned near booths. Details here.
Congress Protest in Lucknow Over ED, National Herald Case
UP Congress staged a protest against BJP's alleged misuse of central agencies after a court setback for ED in the Young Indian case involving Sonia and Rahul Gandhi. Read more.
HC Transfers Rahul Gandhi Citizenship Case to Lucknow
The Lucknow bench of Allahabad High Court has shifted a criminal complaint against Rahul Gandhi from Rae Bareli to Lucknow, citing security concerns of the petitioner. Read the full details.
Nitin Nabin's BJP Appointment Marks Strategic Power Shift
The BJP's selection of Nitin Nabin for a top role indicates a calculated transition, balancing change with established power structures. Explore the implications for India's political future.
India's Juvenile Justice System Fails a Decade Later
Ten years after reforms were promised, India's juvenile justice system remains broken. Institutional gaps continue to fail children and derail their futures. Read our analysis.
NIA arrests key accused in Bihar-origin arms trafficking network
The NIA has arrested Kamalkant Verma, the 11th suspect, in a major illegal arms network spanning Bihar, UP, and Haryana. Read about the nationwide crackdown and seizures.
BJP's 'Missing Tejashwi' Post Ignites Bihar Political Row
BJP's social media post claiming RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav is 'missing' after poll defeat triggers a war of words. RJD calls it 'Tejashwi phobia'. Read the full story.
Punjab Governor meets Union Ministers in Delhi
Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria held crucial meetings with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Manohar Lal Khattar, and Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi to discuss infrastructure, development, and public welfare for Punjab and Chandigarh.
SC transfers RG Kar case, NTF issues to Calcutta HC
The Supreme Court has transferred the suo motu monitoring of the RG Kar rape-murder probe to Calcutta High Court. The bench also ordered a CBI status report for the victim's family. Details inside.
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