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Saif pounced on attacker to save his son: Police Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:56:15 IST
Police on Friday recorded the statement of 54-year-old Saif Ali Khan regarding the burglary attempt at his home on January 16
Malabar Hill Walkway to open in Feb Sat, 25 Jan 2025 00:51:18 IST
MUMBAI: Mumbai's first elevated forest walkway at Malabar Hill will open in February, featuring a capacity of 400 and a ₹10-15 entry fee.
Clear Bandhwari’s legacy waste in 4 months: CM Saini to MCG Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:35:20 IST
The ₹90.1 crore project will be executed by two agencies—one assigned 9 lakh metric tonnes at ₹645 per tonne and the other handling 5 lakh metric tonnes at ₹642 per tonne. Operations are expected to begin within a month, following necessary approvals, with officials instructed to ensure strict adherence to the timeline to prevent further environmental deterioration
Delhi HC rejects plea to reserve symbol by unrecognised political party Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:27:12 IST
Delhi HC dismissed Rashtriya Bahujan Congress's plea for symbol reservation, stating only recognized parties can reserve election symbols.
‘Yogi must teach Shah how to improve law and order in Delhi’: Kejriwal Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:23:15 IST
AAP's Arvind Kejriwal accused BJP of vote-buying, urging voters to take gifts but choose their candidate wisely. BJP demands answers from Kejriwal on Delhi issues.
Govt will give 2 lakh jobs in 5 years on merit: CM Saini Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:23:13 IST
This government has given jobs to 1 lakh 71 thousand youth in the last 10 years, he said, while adding that along with the jobs, the government has implemented various schemes to establish their own employment.
Will create a separate ministry and budget for Purvanchalis: Delhi Congress Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:23:12 IST
The party tried to garner Purvanchali voters, referring to the people from eastern Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
Corruption case against CBI/PMLA judge:HC recommends Haryana to grant sanction to prosecute judicial officer Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:21:12 IST
Parmar, an additional district and sessions-rank judge, was holding charge of special CBI and PMLA courts in Panchkula when he was booked by the Haryana anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on April 17, 2023.
Indian publishers join ANI’s copyright lawsuit against OpenAI in Delhi HC Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:17:13 IST
Indian publishers seek to join ANI's lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming copyright infringement as ChatGPT used their works for training. Hearing on Jan 28.
Parties continue slugfests in poll rallies across Delhi Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:15:13 IST
BJP and AAP clash in Delhi rallies, with Kejriwal warning of power cuts under BJP, while BJP leaders criticize AAP's governance and alleged scams.
Delaying CAG reports is a violation of provisions: Delhi BJP Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:15:13 IST
The allegations come hours after the Delhi high court dismissed the BJP’s plea to convene a special assembly session
Ludhiana: Police register murder case after HC order Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:15:12 IST
Maharashtra man dies after consuming packed juice offered as ‘prasad’ during a religious event in Jagraon
Haryana’s move of sub-classification of SCs challenged in HC Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:14:12 IST
The high court bench of justice Arun Palli and justice Sudeepti Sharma posted the matter for hearing on February 17 while asking the state’s counsel to file affidavit on the issues raised by the petitioner.
Baby girl found dead in Karnal Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:13:12 IST
Officials said that it was first seen by some local vegetable traders around 10 am after which the police were informed. A baby girl child, presumed to be five to six months old, was found dead near the new grain market along GT Road in Karnal on Friday.
Ludhiana: Family court peon booked on graft charges Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:07:12 IST
The peon allegedly demanded payments ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per case, deceiving individuals seeking justice in sensitive family disputes
Ludhiana: Man deported from Canada lands in city jail Fri, 24 Jan 2025 23:02:12 IST
The accused was wanted in connection with a case registered after a complaint of dowry harassment and assault filed by his wife in 2020
Ludhiana: MC lambardar arrested for taking ‘monthly bribe’ from sanitation worker Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:59:12 IST
The complainant alleged that the accused was taking monthly bribe to maintain his attendance record and had extorted ₹1.4 lakh over the past two years
Ludhiana: Days ahead of board exams, students hauling sandbags Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:56:12 IST
Punjab education minister has suspended school principal, Kuldeep Singh, and dismissed the campus manager
Ludhiana: 11 held on snatching charges; gun, 20 mobiles recovered Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:50:12 IST
The police said the accused, who are drug addicts, used to steal vehicles and use them for snatchings
Ludhiana: PAU inks pact with private firm for soilless farming technology Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:28:12 IST
The innovation combines two distinct hydroponic systems to enhance nutrient availability and oxygen supply
Ludhiana: Body of missing 24-yr-old man found at friend’s house, 3 booked Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:24:11 IST
The police suspect that the accused may have poisoned the victim, who was reported missing two days earlier
Ludhiana: Civil Hospital pharmacy to get new waiting room Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:18:11 IST
The facility is being built at a cost of ₹25 lakh from MPLAD funds and it will accommodate 500 visitors
Ludhiana: PDC team visits dairy complex, sewage treatment plant Fri, 24 Jan 2025 22:12:11 IST
At Haibowal dairy complex, the Punjab Development Commission team inspected the biogas plant and effluent treatment plant
Illegal migrants strain on health, edu and employment sectors, says Dhankhar Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:54:11 IST
UP a shining example of transformation and progress, inspiring the nation towards its goal of becoming a global powerhouse, says the Vice-President
Spl R-Day invitation: Mistreated then exalted, Knp DM restores pride of auto driver Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:18:15 IST
Deeply moved by the incident, the DM extended an invitation to Rakesh, inviting him to the Republic Day celebrations as a special guest
Five inter-state criminals held in Gurugram after encounter Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:11:31 IST
Five inter-state criminals held in Gurugram after encounter
President, PM and others extend greetings on UP’s 76th Foundation Day Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:55:10 IST
“With the govt’s dedication to public welfare and tireless hard work of its people, I am confident that UP will continue to contribute immensely to the vision of a developed India,” stated PM Modi
Two cousins found murdered in Gorakhpur village Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:54:14 IST
The deceased, Prince, 11 and Abhishek, 13, were the son and nephew, respectively, of Indresh, a Dalit sanitation employee
‘No helmet, no fuel’: Two days to deadline, few signs of impending move at Lko fuel stations Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:46:10 IST
A majority of fuel pumps across the city have no banners or posters warning the public about the new rule.
Muzaffarnagar tragedy: National Kabaddi players found dead, parents questioned Fri, 24 Jan 2025 20:40:09 IST
Two teenage sisters, national Kabaddi players, died mysteriously in Muzaffarnagar; parents cremated them without informing authorities. Police investigating.
Ganga Expressway to connect east, west Uttar Pradesh post Mahakumbh Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:53:09 IST
Though the project will not open ahead of the mega event, it is going as per schedule for completion in November 2025
UP RERA slaps ₹2.66-cr fine on 91 agents for violation of norms Fri, 24 Jan 2025 19:47:09 IST
Any promoter/agent repeating these violations will be heavily fined and the penal amount could be as high as 5% of the cost of the project, says chairman
2-yr-old boy darting across road run over by car in Mohali, survives Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:23:07 IST
The child, identified as Ayan, a resident of Adarsh Nagar in Nayagaon, suffered only a minor injury to his left cheek in the incident
Anant Singh surrenders, Mokama remains tense after 2nd firing incident Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:21:11 IST
Mokama constituency faces renewed violence as Anant Singh surrenders after gang clashes. Arrests made amid fears of escalating gang wars in Patna.
Idea not to target any community, says Pushkar Singh Dhami on Uniform Civil Code Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:49:11 IST
Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said the Uniform Civil Code will be implemented “within this month”
Madhya Pradesh govt bans liquor shops in 17 ‘holy towns’ | Full list Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:35:39 IST
Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav asserted that this was only the ‘first step’ to completely end drinking in the state.
Breach Candy Hosp or BMC? Tussle erupts over reclaimed land Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:32:10 IST
A land dispute in Mumbai arises as Breach Candy Hospital claims a portion of reclaimed land for parking, while BMC asserts ownership for public use.
MP school teacher sexually assaulted his students; arrested after 5 complain: Cop Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:14:06 IST
Families of five children have pressed charges against Satyam Raghuvanshi, a social science teacher at a private school but there are others as well
Girl Child Day: When birth of a daughter in Haryana sparked a movement  Fri, 24 Jan 2025 17:04:10 IST
Through Selfie with daughter, Sunil Jaglan, a former sarpanch of Bibipur village in Jind district, transformed a personal experience into a campaign that has spread to over 70 countries.
‘Karpoori Thakur was a true statesman, ahead of his time’: V-P Jagdeep Dhankhar Fri, 24 Jan 2025 16:01:05 IST
Describing Karpoori as a people’s leader who never encouraged ‘dynastic politics’, Dhankhar said the socialist icon was conferred with Bharat Ratna 36 years after his demise, though he deserved it much earlier.
Salad startup founder writes 3 am note from Bengaluru kitchen: ‘From dream to nightmare’ Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:48:10 IST
The founder of a growing salad startup shared his sobering journey, highlighting the pitfalls of scaling too fast.
Bengaluru-based firm makes cooking robot for Indian dishes. Guess how much it costs Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:42:23 IST
Equipped with a dedicated pan, stirrer, and exhaust filter, the robot ensures cooking with minimal user intervention.
Dalai Lama’s new book offers insights into decades-long dealings with China Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:35:04 IST
The book, Voice for the Voiceless: Over Seven Decades of Struggle With China For My Land and My People, releases on March 11.  
Karnataka: 25 injured as goods vehicle carrying MGNREGA workers overturns in Belagavi Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:15:31 IST
According to the police, the accident occurred on the outskirts of Hosur village in Hukkeri Taluk, on the state highway.
Haryana: Actors Alok Nath, Shreyas Talpade among 13 booked in cheating case Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:55:03 IST
Both actors were brand ambassadors of Human Welfare Credit Cooperative Society that is being probed on Sonepat resident’s complaint.
Lucknow gears up for a spectacular Republic Day celebration Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:48:19 IST
With preparations in full swing, the city is set to witness a grand celebration on the occasion of the 76th Republic Day this year.
Former Punjab advocate general HS Mattewal passes away at 74  Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:34:02 IST
Considered close to former chief minister Parkash Singh Badal, Mattewal was the state’s advocate general twice between 1990 and 1991 besides 1998-2002 and 2007-11. 
Bengaluru metro to begin services at 6 am on Republic Day, adds 20 extra trips on green and purple lines Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:59:34 IST
For visitors to the Lalbagh Flower Show, BMRCL has also introduced a convenient flat-rate paper ticket priced at ₹30.
‘Court does not have the power’: Delhi HC on Rashtriya Bahujan Congress election symbol Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:56:02 IST
RCB approached the division bench challenging a single judge order on October 1, 2024, which rejected its plea seeking reservation of the election symbol.
‘No business like school business’: Bengaluru parents outraged by ₹2.1 lakh fees for 3rd standard Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:42:00 IST
The post has sparked the debate over the commercialisation of education in Bengaluru.
‘Bengaluru and Bangaluru are two different cities’: Typo in traffic sign frustrates social media Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:34:05 IST
A picture showing a typo on a traffic sign in Bengaluru has received varied reactions, from irk to laughter.
Navi Mumbai developers fined ₹1.40 crore for violating pollution norms Fri, 24 Jan 2025 12:11:17 IST
During onsite inspections conducted by NMMC officials, the developers were found neglecting measures designed to control air and noise pollution
'Bengaluru is closed for north India and...': Social media post goes viral, sparks debate Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:33:52 IST
The message, which suggests that people who don’t respect the local language and culture should avoid Bengaluru.
Bombay HC directs police to act against noise pollution violations by religious structures Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:07:50 IST
The court emphasised that complaints regarding violations of noise pollution norms must be addressed promptly.
Bengaluru visitors flock to Maha Kumbh Mela as travel inquiries surge despite skyrocketing airfares: Report Fri, 24 Jan 2025 10:58:07 IST
Mela, which concludes on February 26, is attracting many from the city eager to experience the spiritual event.
Bengaluru to witness rare planetary parade in January-February: Where and when to see Fri, 24 Jan 2025 10:27:30 IST
Four of the six aligned planets—Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn—will be visible to the naked eye.
5.1 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar closer to Manipur border; no damage reported Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:29:01 IST
The epicenter of the earthquake is said to be at Homalin town,Hkamti district in Myanmar’s Northern Sagaing division
Bengaluru landlords exploiting young techies with high-paying jobs? Reddit user claims Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:06:39 IST
In a Reddit post, an individual claimed that young techies earning ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2 lakh monthly pay up to ₹70,000 in rent in Bengaluru.
Karnataka: Right-wing activists vandalise Mangaluru massage parlour over alleged illegal activities, 14 arrested Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:58:03 IST
In a video captured by activists, the group is seen threatening and verbally abusing the women staffers.
Number Theory: Can the BJP break its Delhi jinx this time? Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:56:43 IST
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Karnataka woman tortures 4-year-old stepdaughter to death, arrested: Report Fri, 24 Jan 2025 08:20:27 IST
The woman, a resident of Vadgaon in Belagavi, had been living within the jurisdiction of APMC police station when the incident took place.
Black magic protest over job cuts in Karnataka, dolls and lemons found outside KMF office in Bellary: Report Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:51:21 IST
This comes at a time when KMF is grappling with financial difficulties and plans to lay off 50 employees.
Gurugram Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:33 IST
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Noida Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:32 IST
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Indore Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:29 IST
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Ranchi Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 11.06 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:27 IST
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Haridwar Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:25 IST
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Chandigarh Weather and AQI Today: Check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:21 IST
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Pune Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 19.16 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:19 IST
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Mumbai Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 21.99 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:17 IST
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Ahmedabad Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 16.02 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:13 IST
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Hyderabad Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 16.73 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:10 IST
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Bengaluru News Live Today January 24, 2025 : Bengaluru-based firm makes cooking robot for Indian dishes. Guess how much it costs Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:09 IST
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Kolkata Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 16.97 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:08 IST
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Bangalore Weather and AQI Today: Warm start at 15.77 °C, check weather forecast for January 24, 2025 Fri, 24 Jan 2025 07:00:06 IST
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Chandigarh Transport Undertaking launches special bus service to Prayagraj for Maha Kumbh Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:46:53 IST
The bus will depart from ISBT-17, Chandigarh, daily at 12 pm and would reach Nehru Park, Prayagraj, at 7.25 am the next day
Chandigarh admn to honour 21 on Republic Day Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:45:49 IST
Chandigarh chief secretary Rajeev Verma will present the awards during the event which will be held at Parade Ground in Sector 17
Share fate of Metro by February end: High court to Chandigarh admn Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:37:50 IST
The high court bench of chief justice Sheel Nagu and justice Sumeet Goel passed the directions after additional solicitor general Satya Pal Jain informed the court that the Chandigarh administration had constituted a committee to look into the feasibility of Metro project thoroughly in coordination with M/s RITES Ltd
Mohali: Stepmother among fourbooked for minor girl’s rape Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:35:50 IST
The incident came to the fore after the victim visited a local government hospital complaining of acute stomach pain
Chandigarh administrator calls meet on Jan 28 to discuss MC’s fiscal woes Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:33:50 IST
Discussions on MC’s ongoing financial challenges and its budgetary demands for the upcoming fiscal to come up at meeting
Chandigarh: PUTA forms five-member panel to review draft UGC regulations Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:32:51 IST
The regulations were discussed during a PUTA meeting and a five-member sub-panel was formed to prepare a report for further deliberations on the rules during open house
Ad tender: Mohali MC forms panel to evaluate bidders’ documents Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:31:50 IST
The committee formed by Mohali MC includes a joint commissioner, who has been appointed as the chairman of the committee; an assistant commissioner, a law officer, an XEN, SDO, superintendent and deputy controller finance and account (DCFA)
CITCO to renovate 2 flagship hotels to drive up revenue in Chandigarh Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:29:50 IST
The renovation work will be carried out in phases, with ₹2.5 crore earmarked for Hotel Shivalikview and ₹3 crore for Hotel Mountview
Chandigarh: 40-yr-old man jailed for sexually harassing teen Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:25:50 IST
The victim was awarded a ₹50,000 compensation by the District Legal Services Authority, Chandigarh, under the Victim Compensation Scheme
Road mishaps claimtwo lives in Mohali Fri, 24 Jan 2025 04:23:50 IST
Notably 312 lives were snuffed out on Mohali roads in 2024. In all, 536 accident cases were registered across the district last year with 349 commuters suffering grievous injuries
Chandigarh: Car driver stopped at naka fires gunshots at cops, flees Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:07:47 IST
Police personnel, who had stopped the driver for speeding in Sector 38A’s densely populated EWS Colony, escape unhurt
Conviction rate remains at 13% in Pune Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:06:47 IST
The conviction rate in Pune sessions court has dropped to 13% in 2024, marking a decrease compared to 17% in 2023 and 15% in 2022
Edu dept directs officers to shut down unauthorised schools in Maharashtra Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:00:47 IST
State education department has issued stern directive to education officers across Maharashtra to shut down unauthorised schools before commencement of academic year 2025-26
Pune-Mumbai Expressway alternative route ‘missing link’ nears completion Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:52:46 IST
According to Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation officials, the route on Pune-Mumbai Expressway is expected to be opened to traffic by June this year
Injured leopard attacks seven forest officials, rescued, brought to Pune for treatment Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:48:47 IST
injured leopard attacked seven forest officials who had gone to Songaon village in Satara district to rescue the animal
Maharashtra probes allegations of Gujarat-backed illegal leopard release in Nandurbar Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:41:46 IST
Maharashtra forest department has launched investigation into allegations by villagers of Manibeli, a tribal village in Nandurbar district, regarding illegal leopard transportation from Gujarat
Ajit Pawar avoids sitting next to uncle Sharad Pawar at Pune event Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:37:46 IST
Maharashtra deputy chief minister Ajit Pawar on Thursday attended the AGM of VSI for first time since the NCP split but did not sit next to NCP (SP) chief and the institute’s chairperson Sharad Pawar
Hilly areas, ghats in Pune to get safety nets, ₹82 crore proposal sent to state Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:21:47 IST
Under the initiative police plan to provide CCTV camera coverage, internet facility, mobile connectivity, thermal imaging drones, panic buttons, and streetlights
Pune to get COP-24 patrolling system by mid-February Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:20:46 IST
Pune police will launch the COP-24 system by mid-February to enhance policing, reduce response time to under 5 minutes, and improve safety through data-driven patrolling.
Crime rate down in 2024 when compared to 2023: Pune Police Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:17:46 IST
Pune city recorded 93 murder cases as compared to 101 in 2023. Police data states that the city recorded 100 and 105 murder cases in 2021 and 2022
Mental hospital starts indoor emergency treatment facility Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:15:46 IST
The staff has to be appointed in three-shift per day basis as over 150 patients are referred to Sassoon hospital every month
Maha’s pilgrimage train schedule delayed due to Maha Kumbh Mela at Prayagraj Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:12:49 IST
While nine trains have been dispatched to various pilgrimage sites under the Maharashtra Mukhya Mantri Tirth Darshan Yojana, 13 trains planned for Ayodhya are now delayed, forcing senior citizens keen on visiting Lord Ram’s birthplace to wait longer
Kashmir: Day temperature up, MeT predicts 5-day dry weather Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:12:46 IST
The MeT predicted dry weather for the next five days till January 28. January 29 is expected to be cloudy with chances of rains and snowfall till the end of the month.