A major joint operation in Manipur's Kangpokpi district led to the destruction of 53 acres of illegal poppy cultivation. Security forces also arrested a KCP-MFL cadre involved in forced recruitment. Read the full details.
Three Indian nationals were among the crew of the Russian oil tanker 'Marinera' seized by the US. The vessel was targeted for violating price cap sanctions on Russian oil. Details inside.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah declared that counter-terrorism operations and the crackdown on terrorist infrastructure and funding in Jammu & Kashmir must persist. He emphasized the government's commitment to security and development in the region.
NCB and Assam Rifles bust major drug trafficking module from Myanmar in Manipur, recovering 7.31 kg heroin worth Rs 15 crore. Two arrested from Churachandpur. Read details.
BJD student & youth wings staged a massive protest in Bhubaneswar demanding withdrawal of the PUCC policy. They allege public harassment over fines & fuel denial. Govt defends move as anti-pollution step. Read the full story.
Bihar Congress to launch a 47-day statewide agitation demanding rollback of the VB-G-RAM-G Act and restoration of MGNREGA. The 'MGNREGA Bachao Sangram' begins January 10.
Court proceedings in Cuttack and Sambalpur were halted for hours after bomb threat emails. Evacuation protocols were activated, but no suspicious objects were found. Read the full story.
Congress MP Angomcha Bimol Akoijam seeks MHA clarity on Manipur buffer zones, citing restrictions on citizens' movement. He questions the legal basis and impact on fundamental rights. Read the full story.
Dakshina Kannada police have externed a man involved in 12 criminal cases for one year. The accused, Mohammed Shafiq, has been ordered to reside in Chikkamagaluru. Read more.
Arunachal Pradesh cabinet, led by CM Pema Khandu, greenlights key policies for healthcare, public safety, education, and employment. Major push for border area diagnostics and wildlife protection jobs.
A fatal head-on collision in Pathanamthitta kills a 22-year-old Andhra pilgrim, injures six. Details on the accident, victims, and rescue efforts inside. Read the full report.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari demands state-level investigations into sleeper bus corruption after 145 deaths. Govt to mandate safety retrofits and introduce vehicle-to-vehicle communication tech.
Kerala govt's decision to free only one of four recommended convicts under Article 161 brings scrutiny on remission policy consistency and fairness. Details inside.
BJP Mahila Morcha president C Manjula visited a party worker allegedly assaulted by police in Hubballi. NCW files suo motu case, demands action. Read the full story.
Minister K N Nehru inaugurated Trichy's new satellite bus terminus near Ranganathaswamy Temple. The ₹11.1 crore facility aims to ease traffic, includes a convention hall, and marks a key promise fulfilled for residents.
Congress MP Karti P Chidambaram states the demand for a share in power is not new but premature. He asserts the INDIA bloc alliance is strong and the immediate goal is seat-sharing and electoral victory.
Former Nilambur MLA P V Anvar appears before ED in Kochi regarding a PMLA case linked to alleged fraudulent loans worth Rs 22.3 crore from Kerala Financial Corporation. Details inside.
Bihar witnesses a surge in rooftop solar installations, with over 14,600 households benefiting from subsidies and loans under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. DISCOMs waive fees to boost clean energy adoption.
Three Indian nationals were part of the crew on a Russian-flagged oil tanker seized by US forces. Moscow condemns the move as a violation of international maritime law. Read the full details.
Visakhapatnam's RTA suspended over 69,000 driving licences for traffic violations in 2025, with helmetless riding being the top offence. Learn about the strict enforcement and new road safety norms.
Ex-CM Uddhav Thackeray submits affidavit to Koregaon Bhima inquiry commission, states any letter from Sharad Pawar demanding an SIT probe is with the CMO. VBA plans to seek summons for the document.
Police in Bettiah's Mahnagani village arrested Ramesh Paswan after his wife's Dial 112 complaint led to recovery of a country-made pistol. He faces charges under the Arms Act.
Visakhapatnam police arrest a YouTuber for producing and circulating child sexual abuse material. The accused operated since 2018, using crude content for views. Read the full report.
Forest officials seize suspected tiger skins and claws from a Rajpipla temple. The discovery was made during repair work. Read the latest details on this major wildlife crime case.
A loud cracking sound of floor tiles caused panic among officials and teachers at the Salem district collectorate. The meeting, chaired by MLA Velmurugan, resumed after the scare. Read details.
Kerala govt constitutes 30-member Ashtamudi Wetland Management Unit as per HC directive. Kollam collector to chair. Court adjourns contempt plea to Jan 22.
AIIMS Patna suspends its chief cashier after an internal audit uncovers Rs 50 lakh misappropriation, allegedly invested in stocks. Disciplinary action initiated. Read the full story.
Kerala DGP orders high-level probe after a police inspector is accused of trying to secure bail for a POCSO Act accused. The complaint was filed by a High Court lawyer. Read the full story.
Kasaragod district court was evacuated after a hoax bomb threat email. Police found no explosives and have launched an investigation. Read the full details.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis reveals BJP accepted fewer seats in Thane civic polls to maintain Mahayuti unity and not disturb Eknath Shinde. Read the full political strategy.