Forces Re-engage Terrorists in Kathua's Billawar Forest
Security forces and police re-established contact with terrorists in Kathua's Billawar area after gunshots were fired during ongoing search operations in the forest region.
Category : Politics
J&K LG Sinha Fires 5 Govt Staff Over Terror Links
Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha terminated five government employees for alleged terror links. Security agencies called them active associates of outfits like LeT and HM.
Trump-India Trade Tensions Over Russian Oil And SCO Summit
Former US President Donald Trump expresses frustration with India's ties to China and Russia, imposing tariffs while Modi engages with Putin and Xi at SCO.
Five More Govt Employees Sacked in J&K for Terror Links
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has terminated five more government employees due to suspected connections with terrorist activities, as part of ongoing security measures.
Trump Allies Fear Fallout from Powell Probe
Senior Trump administration officials and Republican senators express concern that the Justice Department's criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell could derail nominations and unsettle financial markets.
Musk-Hegseth Meet on Iran Starlink Crackdown; Trump Mulls Action
Elon Musk and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held talks in Texas amid Iran's efforts to block Starlink during protests. Trump considers measures to restore internet access.
J&K LG sacks 5 govt employees over terror links
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has terminated five government employees for alleged terror links, pledging to dismantle terror networks in the region.
SP Workers Protest Sonu Kashyap Murder in Lucknow, Detained
Samajwadi Party workers staged a protest at Hazratganj in Lucknow against the murder of Sonu Kashyap in Meerut. Police intervened and took demonstrators into custody.
Traffic Volunteer Extorts Rs 15,000 from Assam Driver in Shillong
A traffic volunteer in Shillong demanded Rs 1 lakh from an Assam man for entering a no-entry zone, eventually settling for Rs 15,000 after negotiations and an ATM visit. Authorities have ordered a probe into the incident.
BJP Leader Warns of Crisis as Tobacco Tax Hike Fuels Smuggling
Tobacco Board chairman Yashwanth Kumar Chidipothu criticizes the government's GST increase, warning it will harm farmers, boost illegal trade, and reduce revenue.
Maharashtra Voters Cast Multiple Votes, Mumbai Stays Single
Voters in 28 Maharashtra municipal corporations must press EVM buttons multiple times under new multi-member ward system. Mumbai remains exception with traditional one-vote format. Elections scheduled for January 15.
Trump's Greenland Claim Clashes With US Military Strategy
Former US officials challenge Trump's assertion that owning Greenland is necessary for defense, highlighting America's global network of leased bases.
Gunshots in Kathua Forest as Forces Engage Suspected Terrorists
Security forces exchanged fire with suspected terrorists in Kathua's Najote forest area during a search operation. The operation continues as forces strengthen their cordon ahead of Republic Day.
SC Rejects PIL on Savarkar Portraits, Warns of Costs
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking removal of Savarkar portraits from Parliament, warning the petitioner of potential costs for citing financial constraints as reason for not appearing.
Security Forces Clash with Terrorists in Kathua Search Operation
Security personnel and terrorists exchanged heavy gunfire during a search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in the region.
Army Chief Rejects China's Claim on Shaksgam Valley
Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi declares the 1963 Pak-China agreement illegal, asserting Shaksgam Valley is Indian territory and rejecting Beijing's claims.
London Protests: Anti-Khamenei Crowds Siege Iran Embassy
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered outside Iran's embassy in London, chanting against Ayatollah Khamenei and calling for an end to the Islamic Republic. They waved pre-1979 flags and accused Tehran of violent crackdowns.
Fadnavis Predicts Mahayuti Mayor for Mumbai in 2026
Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis held a roadshow in Nagpur for civic polls, forecasting a Mahayuti mayor in Mumbai by 2026, amid BJP's local election push.
Parameshwara Calls Sports Complex 'Just a Shed' Amid BJP Row
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara rejects BJP allegations of renaming Mahatma Gandhi Stadium, calling the indoor sports facility 'just a shed' named after him by local sportspersons.
TDP MLA's Dance on Unopened Highway Sparks Row
A video of TDP MLA Songa Roshan dancing on a new, unopened highway in Eluru district goes viral, drawing criticism from the opposition YSRCP.
Woman Killed in Wild Elephant Attack in Hassan
A 40-year-old woman labourer named Shobha was tragically killed by a wild elephant while walking to a farm with her mother in Hassan district, Karnataka.
Kochi Today: Civic, Traffic, Weather & Political Updates
Stay informed with the latest from Kochi. Get updates on civic matters, traffic and metro alerts, weather conditions, and key political developments happening in the city today.
Nepal Issues Iran Advisory as Protests Intensify
Nepal has issued a travel advisory for its citizens in Iran due to escalating protests and reports of authorities using force. The government urges caution and advises against non-essential travel.
Five More Govt Employees Sacked in J&K Over Terror Links
The Jammu and Kashmir administration has terminated five more government employees on suspicion of terror links. This action follows a strict review process under Article 311 of the Constitution.
Madras HC Overturns Rape Conviction in Deaf-Mute Case
Madras High Court modifies rape conviction to cheating, citing procedural lapses in recording deaf-mute survivor's statement and lack of specific sign language documentation.
Mumbai Man Held for Rs 5 Crore Extortion Plot Against Andhra MP
A Mumbai resident has been arrested for allegedly plotting to extort Rs 5 crore from an Andhra Pradesh MP by threatening to leak RTI data. His associates also robbed the MP's PA of Rs 70,000.
Jaishankar Details India's BRICS 2026 Plan Amid US Tariff Pressure
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar launched the BRICS 2026 logo and website, outlining India's priorities for its presidency while addressing global uncertainties and US tariff pressures.
BJP Leader H Raja Detained Over Sacred Tree Access in Madurai
Police detained senior BJP leader H Raja and ten others for trying to enter the area around the sacred Kallathi tree on Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai district.
Kathua Encounter: Security Forces Engage Jaish Terrorists
A fierce encounter is underway in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua district. Security forces are actively searching for terrorists linked to the Jaish-e-Mohammed group.
UP Pragati Platform Symbolises New India's Governance: CM Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praises the Pragati platform as a symbol of New India's result-driven governance, highlighting its role in enhancing administrative efficiency.
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