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.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the nation in a major year-end press conference and call-in event on Friday, December 19, 2025. The event is expected to cover critical topics like the ongoing conflict and foreign policy. Follow for live upda
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill was passed by Parliament after midnight, triggering an overnight opposition protest. Read the full details.
J&K Police letter flags 29 workers at Ratle hydro project for militant or criminal links. BJP MLA Shagun Parihar says it vindicates her, while COO blames her for delays. Read the full story.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Netherlands' FM David Van Weel in Delhi. They discussed co-production, Indo-Pacific security & exchanged a Letter of Intent on defence cooperation.
A parliamentary committee recommends a dedicated MEA unit to counter misinformation in Bangladesh. The report addresses protests, China's influence, and India's humanitarian stance on Sheikh Hasina.
J&K Police warned Megha Engineering about 29 workers with militant or criminal backgrounds at the Ratle hydro project. BJP MLA Shagun Parihar says this vindicates her allegations, while the COO blames her for delays. Read the full story.
Delhi enforces strict BS-VI norms, banning older vehicles. Learn how to check your car's compliance, avoid Rs 20,000 fine, and understand Bharat Stage emission standards.
Mohammad Athar Hussain, a cloth seller for 20 years, was brutally lynched in Bihar's Nawada after being mistaken for a thief. His family demands justice and support. Read the full story.
Congress celebrates a strong second-place finish in Ludhiana's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections, outperforming AAP in several rural blocks. Full analysis of the results and what they mean for Punjab politics.
Himachal Pradesh High Court criticizes state & central govts for failing to enforce CSR rules after 2025 monsoon disaster. Only Rs 47.52 crore collected from 80 eligible firms. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu government tells Madras High Court there is no empirical data to prove the stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai is a Deepam post. Bench reserves order.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court grants Scheduled Tribe validity to Buldhana siblings, ruling parent's rejected claim doesn't foreclose children's independent case. Landmark judgment reinforces precedent.
Nagpur's January 15 civic elections are a crucial test of BJP's two-decade rise, set against a four-year gap without an elected body. Will voter discontent over civic issues reshape the political map? Read the analysis.
Karnataka High Court directs authorities to decide on Pakistani national Nighat Yasmeen's citizenship application before her long-term visa expires on April 6, 2026. Read the full story.
Congress MLC Pradnya Satav resigns from Legislative Council and joins BJP in Mumbai, citing her late husband's vision. A major setback for Congress ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
Ex-MPCC chief Nana Patole accuses Mahayuti govt of political vendetta, contrasting treatment of Kedar & Kokate. Calls Satav's BJP switch 'unfortunate'. Demands public inquiry into MLA fund misuse.
Senior Congress leader Sukhpal Singh Khaira accuses AAP govt of large-scale electoral fraud in Punjab's block samiti & zila parishad elections. Details inside.
A group of Congress leaders from Bihar has been waiting in Delhi for 10 days to meet the party high command, raising concerns over ticket distribution. Meanwhile, the 'One Nation, One Election' committee delays meeting with the Election Commission.
A visual journey across the globe on December 19, 2025: Lionel Messi visits an animal rescue in Gujarat, Delhi tackles pollution, and powerful images from Bolivia and Mauritania. Explore the day's top stories through compelling photography.
Explore expert opinions from DH Speak Out on India's political landscape, economic challenges, and social issues. Stay informed on critical national debates.
Ludhiana police arrest two men for attempted murder after a woman from Uzbekistan was shot for refusing a drive. Details on the case and recovery of weapon inside.
Noida cybercrime unit arrests a key suspect linked to Chinese fraud networks in a massive stock market investment scam. Learn how the multi-state operation was busted and how to protect yourself.
AAP's Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP govt of fudging AQI data and failing GRAP-4 in Delhi. He questions PM Modi's silence as pollution hits severe levels. Read the full story.
Deccan Herald's latest editorial cartoon brilliantly captures the nation's swelling sentiment of pride. See the artwork that's sparking conversation across India.
Jammu Municipal Corporation Commissioner inspected the green strip at Channi Himmat, directing officials for better upkeep and public awareness. Read more about the beautification drive.