Mumbai's BMC elections witnessed lukewarm voter participation in minority-dominated areas, with most wards recording less than 40% turnout. Dongri saw the lowest at 29.77%, while Mankhurd-Govandi had the highest at 43.54%.
Indian Army deployed counter-drone systems after multiple sightings in Jammu sector on Army Day. Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi warned Pakistan about active terror camps.
Counting of votes for Mumbai's BMC elections begins Friday, determining control of Asia's richest civic body. Results expected throughout the day with live updates available.
State Election Commissioner Dinesh Waghmare addresses allegations of sub-standard ink in BMC polls, explains probe, and confirms ink's reliability.
Surat police told court that RTO inspector Nikunj Goswami gave intense firing practice to his friend Ishwar Goswami to murder his estranged wife Sonal Solanki, seeking Arms Act charges in the case.
Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir spotted a suspected Pakistani drone in the Jammu sector. This marks the third such incident reported in the region within a single week.
A doctor in Uttar Pradesh faces arrest in Lucknow for allegedly raping a nursing student after promising marriage. Police have taken him into custody following a complaint.
Rumours about stored beef led to violent clashes between communities in Sundargarh, Odisha, injuring 12 people and prompting authorities to suspend internet services for 24 hours.
Karnataka High Court directs state and central governments to ensure no ground activities for the Eco Tourism and Cultural hub project at Roerich Estate on Kanakapura road.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directs Punjab to fill women-reserved firefighter positions with male candidates due to a lack of female applicants, sparking debate on gender quotas.
The Indian and Sri Lankan navies have concluded their 13th edition of staff talks, emphasizing maritime security cooperation in the Indian Ocean region to address shared threats.
The CRPF Director General held a high-level review meeting in Jammu to assess security measures and reinforce counter-terrorism operations in the region.
Recent exit polls indicate a decisive victory for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance in the Mumbai civic elections, shaping the political landscape of India's financial capital.
The Trump administration's new indefinite visa pause for 75 countries includes Pakistan, though experts question the data showing 40.2% of Pakistani immigrant households receive US public assistance.
Kerala CPI(M) minister M B Rajesh alleges the key accused in the Sabarimala gold heist was appointed during Congress leader K C Venugopal's tenure as Devaswom Minister.
India advises citizens to leave Iran immediately as security situation worsens. Government arranges evacuation plans using civilian and military aircraft for over 10,000 Indians.
Iran reopened its airspace early Thursday following a near five-hour closure due to fears of military escalation with the US, disrupting regional airline operations.
Prominent artists in Pune express disturbance over civic elections, highlighting lack of clear ideologies and neglect of real issues like unemployment and environment.
Rahul Gandhi's absence from the CSPOC inaugural event in Delhi has ignited a political row, with questions raised about whether he received an invitation.
Bollywood actress and BJP MP Hema Malini encountered angry voters at a polling booth in Mumbai during the BMC elections. Voters expressed frustration over local issues, leading to a tense confrontation.
Officials confirm that the altered counting process for BMC elections may postpone result announcements. Unlike previous years, immediate trends for all 227 seats will not be available.
Tension erupted at a Mumbai polling station as Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS 'Bhagwa Guards' argued with police over BJP MLA's arrival. The incident, caught on video, highlights election monitoring disputes.
Four Nagpal siblings, including 81-year-old Shakuntala, arrived together at a Bandra polling station, emphasizing unity and urging youth participation in elections.
Voters in Mumbai encountered inconsistent mobile phone restrictions at polling stations, with some allowed to switch off devices while others faced outright bans and no safekeeping arrangements.
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla addressed AI's dual role in boosting democratic efficiency and posing misuse risks at the 28th CSPOC conference in New Delhi.
Security forces safely neutralized an IED discovered in Kakora, Rajouri district, Jammu and Kashmir. The operation prevented a potential disaster, highlighting ongoing vigilance in the region.
A lottery winner in Kannur was abducted and his Rs 1 crore winning ticket snatched. Police reveal he tried selling it on the black market for higher payout.
Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh supports Bagi Gram Panchayat resolution against land acquisition for Jathiya Devi mountain township, says authorities must explore alternatives if villagers refuse to sell fertile agricultural land.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's democratic resilience, stating diversity provides stability and scale. He reiterated India's advocacy for Global South nations.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 on Indian Army Day. She interacted with cadets, witnessed performances, and promised improved facilities for NCC in Delhi.