West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces renaming of state's Karmashree scheme after Mahatma Gandhi, criticising the Centre for removing Gandhi's name from MGNREGA. She vows to continue providing jobs despite fund blocks.
A fast-track court reserves December 23 for hearing the UP government's petition to withdraw the 2015 Akhlaq lynching case. The prosecution has filed an objection. Read the latest developments.
The NIA has arrested Yasir Ahmad Dar, a close associate of deceased bomber Umar-un-Nabi, in the Red Fort blast case. The total arrests in the white-collar terror module now stand at nine. Read the latest updates.
A massive fire destroyed Ghuni Basti slum in New Town, affecting 300 families. CM Mamata Banerjee orders probe as BJP alleges TMC conspiracy linked to voter list revision. Govt assures help with new documents.
UP DGP seeks explanation after police recruits give guard of honour to a kathavachak in Bahraich. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav and MP Chandrashekhar slam the incident as an 'attack on Constitution'. Read more.
Karnataka passes a stringent hate speech law with up to 7 years jail & Rs 50k fine. BJP opposes, calling it 'draconian'. Get the full details on India's first such state bill.
The Lok Sabha passes a bill to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, increasing employment days but shifting wage costs to states. Critics warn of financial strain.
A trove of new photos from the Jeffrey Epstein case has been unsealed, revealing social connections and locations. Explore the key details and implications of this latest disclosure.
On the first day of Delhi's traffic restrictions, toll collectors were more visible than police at key borders. Officials appeared unsure of rules, with many vehicles going unchecked. Read the full report.
Delhi and UP Police fined multiple vehicles Rs 20,000 each for violating BS-VI norms at key borders. Some were let off with warnings. Read the full details of the enforcement drive.
A Pune court permits Satyaki Savarkar to submit pen drives of Rahul Gandhi's London speech as evidence in a defamation case. Next hearing on Dec 31. Read the full details.
A Delhi court has ordered an FIR for extortion against the accuser in the Samir Modi rape case, citing serious lapses in police investigation. Read the full details and court's strong observations.
Kochi's crucial sewage treatment project faces further delays as costs escalate from Rs 1,300 crore to Rs 1,700 crore. Read about the reasons and impact on the city's urban regeneration.
Shiromani Akali Dal records symbolic victories in Behbal Khurd and Sarawan villages, the epicenter of the 2015 sacrilege protests. Discover the political implications and reactions.
CBI arrests Ashutosh Pandit, accused of Rs 17-crore bank fraud, after a 12-year manhunt. His new identity in Goa was unmasked by NATGRID's data intelligence. Read the full story.
AAP emerged as the single largest party in Ludhiana's zila parishad polls but faced stiff competition from Congress & SAD in panchayat samitis. Key wins and setbacks analyzed.
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav questions UP Assembly's Vande Mataram debate, vows to raise codeine syrup racket, farmer neglect, unemployment & price rise. He alleges bulldozer bias & electoral roll tampering.
BJP's first independent foray into Ludhiana's rural local body elections yields just 3 panchayat samiti seats, raising strategic questions for the 2027 Punjab assembly polls. Leaders admit to weak rural base.
Delhi's GRAP Stage IV rule barring non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles caused major traffic chaos at 13 borders. 2,768 vehicles were checked, 460 sent back. Commuters fume over poor communication.
Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali urges Sukhbir Badal to unite all Akali factions, including Amritpal Singh's SAD(WPD), for a 2027 comeback. He clarifies his stance on SAD(Revived). Read more.
Visakhapatnam's ambitious ₹940-crore hybrid sewerage project presents a tale of two halves. While the Pendurthi package nears completion and earns revenue, the Gajuwaka-Malkapuram work is stalled at 48%. Read about GVMC's revival plans.
The crucial field survey for the Almatti-Kushtagi railway line is finished. The DPR is due by May 2026, promising better connectivity for central & north Karnataka. Read more.
The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra projects confidence for Nagpur civic polls, but BJP's dominance and seat-sharing demands threaten unity. Key talks begin Dec 20. Read more.
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation razes illegal structure of a woman drug peddler in Basti Bawa Khel. Police case filed, action follows complaints. Read more.
The proposed Shanti Bill 2025 aims to amend India's nuclear liability law, boosting foreign investment and domestic manufacturing for a clean energy future. Read the full analysis.
NHAI installs streetlights on NH-66's Kallambalam-Kazhakkoottam stretch to improve safety. Residents welcome the move but call for consistent upkeep. Full project completion targeted for mid-2026. Read more.
Marina Beach visitors face severe parking chaos with 500 cars crammed into a 150-slot area. GCC to float tenders for an AI-powered smart parking system with cameras and digital payments next week. Read more.
The new sarpanch of Pudur in Vikarabad holds a unique mandate, balancing local environmental concerns with a critical ₹3,200 crore Indian Navy VLF communication project. Discover the national implications.
Rajya Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 after midnight amid protests. Opposition warns of street agitations, citing farm law repeal. MNREGA changes spark federalism debate.
Congress announces CWC meeting on December 27 to strategize nationwide protests against the Viksit Bharat Bill, alleging BJP aims to dismantle its rural employment legacy. Details inside.