Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 10 (UNI) As Cyclone Ditwha triggered one of the worst natural disasters that Sri Lanka has faced in decades, unleashing unprecedented floods and landslides across multiple districts in early December, the Indian Air Force (IAF) played a commendable role in relief and rescue effort by saving lives and providing supplies to affected areas.
Kullu, Dec 10 (UNI) Keeping traffic flow of tourists vehicle towards snow points in Himachal Pradesh, Kullu district administration has extended permission for the movement of 4x4 vehicles towards Rohtang Pass till December 18, after reviewing the latest road conditions between Marhi and Rohtang.
Jaipur, Dec 10 (UNI) Four people were killed and 18 others, mostly pilgrims, injured after the sleeper coach they were travelling in collided head-on with a truck near Fatehpur town in the district.
Wardha, Dec 10 (UNI) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has uncovered a clandestine mephedrone manufacturing unit hidden deep inside thick bushes in a remote Karanja (Ghadge) forest area in Maharashtra''s Wardha district, police officials said on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Dec 10(UNI) The Boxing Federation of India (BFI) will host the 9th Men''s and 9th Women''s National Boxing Championships simultaneously for the first time, bringing India''s premier senior talent under one roof at Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, from December 31, 2025, to January 6, 2026. The official draw will take place on December 30, marking the start of India''s next high-performance cycle.
Jalaun, Dec 10 (UNI) A vigilance team in Jalaun arrested Block Development Officer (BDO) Pratibha Shalya on Wednesday afternoon after she was caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh at her government residence.
Vizianagaram, Dec 10 (UNI) YSRCP leader of Opposition in the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council, Botcha Satyanarayana, announced that former Chief Minister and YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will meet Governor S Abdul Nazeer on December 18 to submit one crore signatures opposing the privatisation of newly established government medical colleges in Andhra Pradesh.
New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) A 76-year-old life convict who had been evading arrest for more than four years after jumping parole has been arrested by the Crime Branch of Delhi Police, an official said on Wednesday.
Bengaluru, Dec 10 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to approve Rs 1,150 crore under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) for establishing a Quantum Materials Innovation Network (Q-MIN) in Bengaluru.
Pune Dec 10 (UNI) The 108 ambulance service of Maharashtra Emergency Medical Services has become a lifeline for citizens across the state, providing free medical assistance to 1,14,47,296 patients over the past 11 years.
Ranchi, Dec 10 (UNI) The Supreme Court of India upheld a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation into the alleged ₹1,500-crore illegal stone-mining scam in Jharkhand’s Sahibganj district, dismissing the State government’s special leave petition challenging the High Court order.
New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) BJP leader Tuhin Sinha has raised questions about Leader of the Opposition(LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi''s availability during the winter session of the house, claiming that the Congress leader is preparing to go on a vacation from December 15 onwards.
Hyderabad, Dec 10 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy on Wednesday appealed to Osmania University (OU) students not to fall into the trap of political parties and instead focus on education, leadership, and building strong careers. Addressing a programme at the university, Revanth Reddy reiterated his commitment to developing Osmania University into a world-class institution, noting that his government has allocated ₹1,000 crore for its infrastructure development.
Hyderabad, Dec 10 (UNI) Pinkathon, India’s biggest women’s run, on Wednesday announced the 6th edition of Pinkathon Hyderabad, joining hands with global innovation-led healthcare company Zydus Lifesciences Ltd. to strengthen breast cancer awareness in India.
Lucknow, Dec 10 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh today announced that from December 25 an electric double-decker bus will be launched in Lucknow for sightseeing tours of the City of Nawabs.
Ranchi, Dec 10 (UNI) West Bengal’s Aditya Das and Karnataka’s Tanishka Kalbhairav stamped their authority on Day 5 of the fifth UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships, cruising to the Under-15 Youth Boys and Girls titles, respectively, at the Harivansh Tana Bhagat Indoor Stadium here.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 10 (UNI) The 30th edition of the Kerala International Film Festival (IFFK) will open on December 12, presenting a massive cinematic showcase of 206 films from 82 countries across 26 curated categories—one of the most expansive selections in the festival’s history.
New Delhi, December 10 (UNI) The Indian Air Force on Wednesday commemorated India’s victory in the 1971 war at Air Force Station Mohanbari in Assam. .
Bhubaneswar, Dec 10 (UNI): In a sweeping crackdown on the illegal trade and smuggling of intoxicant-laced cough syrup, Odisha Police have arrested 118 people and seized 73,181 bottles of the contraband in a series of special operations conducted across the state.
Pune, Dec 10 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday conducted raids in Baramati in connection with a large-scale financial fraud in the dairy sector.
Nagpur, Dec 10 (UNI) Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Minister Narhari Zirwal on Wednesday informed the state assembly that the licences of 176 retailers and 39 wholesalers were cancelled in the past year for supplying substandard medicines. .
Chennai, Dec 10 (UNI) Officials of the Chennai Customs Air Intelligence Unit (AIU) have busteda gold smuggling syndicate at the Anna International airport and seized Rs 11.5 crore gold.
New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Microsoft signed a deal with the Ministry of Labour and Employment on Wednesday in the presence of Satya Nadella, Microsoft’s chief executive and Minister for Labour and Employment Mansukh Mandaviya, committing the US-based giant to bring more than 15,000 employers and partner organizations from its global network onto the ministry’s National Career Service platform.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 10 (UNI) Odisha Power Transmission Corporation Limited (OPTCL) on Wednesday signed a Long-Term Loan Agreement with NABARD to strengthen power infrastructure across the state.
Daltengonj, Dec 10 ( UNI ) Tiger Estimation 2026 will commence across Jharkhand from December 15, with a comprehensive survey to record the presence of tigers, other wildlife species, and forest conditions.
Mumbai, Dec 10 (UNI) The release calendar for ''Akhanda 2'', the sequel starring Nandamuri Balakrishna and directed by Boyapati Sreenu, which was originally planned for a December 5, 2025, release, will now arrive nationwide on Dec 12, 2025, preceded by lavish premiere shows on December 11.
Gadchiroli, Dec 10 (UNI) Eleven Naxalites carrying a collective bounty of Rs 82 lakh on their heads surrendered before Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP) Rashmi Shukla on Wednesday in Gadchiroli, officials said.
New Delhi, Dec 10(UNI) The much-anticipated Shooting League of India (SLI) is set to be held from February 16 to 26, 2026. Today’s announcement follows the earlier confirmation that the inaugural SLI has been moved to early 2026. The final dates now align to the ISSF’s published 2026 calendar to avoid clashes with major international competitions.
Lucknow, Dec 10 (UNI) Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur was arrested on Wednesday morning in connection with a long-pending case related to the alleged fraudulent allotment and subsequent sale of an industrial plot in Deoria district dating back to 1999.
New Delhi, Dec 10(UNI) India will host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship from March 9-14 next year, in which more than 24 Commonwealth Nations ought to participate.
Hyderabad, Dec 10 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday urged Startup founders to leverage the state’s upcoming Rs 1,000-crore ''Startup Fund of Funds'' and set an ambitious goal of creating at least 100 unicorns from Hyderabad by 2034, including 10 super-unicorns.
Daniel Angus New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Trend-setting Australian law of social media ban for children under 16 is set to fast-forward similar efforts being made in other countries like Singapore, Spain, New Zealand and Malaysia. Several such countries already have in place some modicum of protective restrictions that aims to wean children away from harm''s way and other ills considered to be too early and too bad for an impressionable age.
Hamirpur(HP), Dec 10(UNI) In a major show of public participation, over 100 buses and numerous smaller vehicles will depart from Hamirpur on Thursday for Mandi, where the Congress-led state government is hosting the Jan Sankalp Sammelan to mark the completion of its three-year tenure.
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Marking a moment of wartime history, the Indian Air Force on Wednesday shared a set of archival photographs on X, offering a rare glimpse into air operations conducted inside East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) during the 1971 Indo-Pak war.
New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Officials from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the Ministry of Civil Aviation, and the Airports Authority of India met at the Prime Minister’s Office late Tuesday evening to discuss IndiGo’s recent flight disruptions and review steps for addressing passenger complaints on refunds, missing baggage, and airport crowd management.
New Delhi, Decemeber 10 (UNI) With the country''s aviation scenario getting back on track after facing major cancellations by IndiGo, another carrier Spicejet is now all set to have around 100 more daily flights in winter schedule, after the necessary regulatory approvals.
New York, Dec 10 (UNI) Democratic candidate Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayoral race Tuesday night, marking the first time a Democrat has won the office in nearly three decades, according to preliminary election results and projections from multiple U.S. media.
New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) With the country''s aviation scenario getting back on track after facing major cancellations following the IndiGo issue, another carrier, SpiceJet, is now all set to have around 100 more daily flights in the winter schedule, after necessary regulatory approvals.
Lucknow, Dec 10 (UNI) The winter session of the Uttar Pradesh legislature is scheduled to start on December 19 and conclude on December 24. The decision to convene the session was taken during a cabinet meeting held on Tuesday night.
New Delhi, Dec 10 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, is set to embark on a five-day visit to Germany from December 15 to 20, during which he will meet members of the Indian diaspora and hold talks with senior ministers in the German government.
Kozhikode, Dec 10 (UNI) The second phase of the Kerala local body elections will be conducted on December 11, with voting scheduled from 7 am to 6 pm across seven northern and central districts: Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kannur, and Kasaragod. A total of 604 local bodies, including 470 grama panchayats, 77 block panchayats, 7 district panchayats, 47 municipalities, and 3 municipal corporations, will go to the polls. Voters will elect representatives in 12,391 wards, spanning panchayats, municipalities, and corporations.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 10 (UNI) The trailer of ''Pharma'', the first-ever web series featuring Malayalam star Nivin Pauly, was released today through the official JioHotstar Malayalam handle.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 10 (UNI) The historic 2nd Battalion of The Madras Regiment, proudly known as the “Goondas Battalion,” will celebrate its 250th Raising Day at the Pangode Military Station here on December 13. The landmark occasion is expected to draw nearly 3,000 participants, including senior Army officers, serving personnel, veterans, and family members.
Shahid K Abbas New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) In a major endorsement of India''s technological trajectory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella today announced a massive US$17.5 billion investment by the tech giant into the country.
Dehradun, Dec 9 (UNI) Centre will provide Rs 1700 crore to Uttarakhand for constructing 184 new roads in rural areas of the Himalayan state. union agriculture and rural development minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan has agreed to the request made by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to construct 1228 kilometres of rural roads, mainly in the hill areas paralysed by the rain disaster in August.
Hyderabad, Dec 9 (UNI) GHR Infra, Lakshmi Infra, and Urbanblocks Realty developers further strengthened their realty leadership in Hyderabad by jointly securing Neopolis Plot 15, a premium 4.03 acre northeast corner land parcel with two 150 ft road frontages, at the highest bid of Rs 151.25 crore per acre. This bid was part of Phase 3 auction conducted recently by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA).
Hyderabad, Dec 9 (UNI) JLL, a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, on Tuesday announced it has signed a lease for a major new office facility in Hyderabad. JLL plans to create over 1,600 highly skilled positions focused on advanced business operations by the end of Q1 2026.
Rajahmundry, Dec 9 (UNI) Ten students were injured when a private school bus overturned at Teeparru village of Peravali mandal in EG district on Tuesday.
Chandigarh, Dec 9 (UNI) Haryana is preparing to expand its administrative map with the potential creation of 11 new districts.
Pune Dec 9 (UNI) The campaign for World Digital Detox Day (WDDD) has been launched to reconnect families fragmented by excessive screen use, restoring the fading essence of childhood, and helping society emerge from the overwhelming digital chaos. WDDD is the world’s largest digital wellness movement and is a non-profit initiative.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) Strong northwesterly winds brought a small respite to national capital today, ending the 8-day streak of ‘very poor’ air, although temporarily.
Jammu, Dec 9 (UNI) The Jammu Division of Northern Railway on Tuesday decided to operate a special Vande Bharat train between New Delhi and Shaheed Captain Tushar Mahajan (Udhampur) due to the increase in the number of passengers following frequent flight cancellations.
Wardha, Dec 9 (UNI) The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has uncovered a mephedrone production unit in Maharashtra’s Wardha district and seized 128 kg of the prohibited drug, worth around Rs 192 crore, police said today.
Ranchi, Dec 9 (UNI) The Jharkhand Education Project Council (JEPC) will conduct a statewide Shishu Panji Survey from December 11 to January 15, marking the first time that the exercise will be carried out through a digital platform, it was announced on Tuesday.
Cuttack, Dec 9 (UNI) India''s Hardik Pandya marked a memorable return from injury with a match-winning innings of 59 not out off just 28 balls, leading India to a dominant 101-run victory over South Africa in the first T20I at the Barabati stadium here on Tuesday.
Cuttack, Dec 9 (UNI) Jasprit Bumrah on Tuesday became the second Indian bowler after Arshdeep Singh to claim 100 wickets in T20 Internationals, showcasing his lethal precision and consistency across all three formats of international cricket.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 9 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) of casting “around 100 bogus votes” at a polling booth in Vanchiyoor during the ongoing local-body elections on Tuesday, triggering a tense confrontation between party workers at the site.
Nagpur, Dec. 9 (UNI): Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (Mahavitaran) has submitted a fresh proposal seeking additional recovery of Rs 11,750 crore from electricity consumers, triggering concern across industrial, agricultural and domestic sectors.
Cuttack, Dec 9 (UNI) India''s total of 175 for six on Tuesday evening at the Barabati Stadium looked far more imposing than it once threatened to be, and that transformation owed itself almost entirely to one man.
Dehradun, Dec 9 (UNI) IIT-Roorkee has innovated India’s first large-scale comprehensive carbon credit calibration mechanism to increase farmers'' earning.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Verma on Tuesday slammed the previous Arvind Kejriwal government, accusing it of having failed to even build a proper drain in the villages of the national capital during its decade in power.
Ranchi, Dec 9 (UNI) The Jharkhand Assembly on Monday approved by voice vote the second supplementary Budget and the related appropriation Bill for the financial year 2025-26, even as Opposition members staged a walkout during the winter session.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) In a move to boost Delhi’s public transport infrastructure, Cabinet Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Tuesday announced that a new 12-storey Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) headquarters will be built at I.P. Bus Depot in ITO that would house over 200 buses and an equal number of cars.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) In the wake of the week-long disruptions and chaos in airline operations, union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu on Tuesday ordered 10 per cent curtailment of IndiGo airline''s winter schedule flights.
Srinagar, Dec 9 (UNI) Police in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir arrested two alleged drug peddlers, including a woman, and recovered 964 grams of heroin-like substance, valued at nearly Rs 1 crore, officials said on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) Microsoft is set to invest $17.5 billion in India for AI, the announcement came after its chairman and CEO Satya Nadella met Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of its India AI tour.
Ranchi, Dec 9 (UNI) The tempo soared at the Harivansh Tana Bhagat Indoor Stadium as the fifth UTT National Ranking Table TennisChampionships entered a decisive phase on Monday, with the Under-17 paddlers wrapping up their group stage battles and heading into the main draw later tonight, while the Under-19 Boys and Girls are prepared to open their group matches with renewed confidence.
Chennai, Dec 9 (UNI) Mr Justice GR Swaminathan of Madras High Court Madurai Bench on Tuesdaydirected the Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary N Muruganandam and other officials to appear before the courton December 19 via video conferencing on the deepam lighting row.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 9 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has accused the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPM) of casting “around 100 bogus votes” at a polling booth in Vanchiyoor during the ongoing local-body elections today, triggering a tense confrontation between party workers at the site.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) The retail investing landscape in India is heading into expansion with mutual fund assets projected to cross Rs 300 lakh crore and direct equity holdings expected to touch Rs 250 lakh crore by 2035, according to the How India Invests 2025 report released by Bain & Company in partnership with Groww.
Hyderabad, Dec 9 (UNI) The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) on Tuesday caught a Sub-Engineer of the Telangana State Southern Power Distribution Company Limited (TGSPDCL) red-handed while accepting Rs 15,000 bribe in Nagarkurnool district.
Guwahati, Dec 9 (UNI) India’s acclaimed music icon Sonu Nigam will open his Deewana Tera Tour in Guwahati on December 14, marking his first-ever solo live concert in the city. Although he has performed across India and around the world for years, his only previous appearance in Guwahati was at an awards ceremony, the same event where he last shared the stage with the legendary artist, Late Zubeen Garg, a moment he continues to hold close.
Ranchi, Dec 9 ( UNI) Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday met Jharkhand’s Under-14 Boys Football Team at the Jharkhand Assembly and extended heartfelt congratulations to all players, coaches, and support staff for becoming national champions.
DEFENCE TN POP Chennai, Dec 9 (UNI) A total of 16 Naval Pilots from the Helicopter Training School (HTS) at INS Rajali, Arakkonam, graduated today on successful completion of their 22-week long intensive training.
Kollam, Dec 9 (UNI) In a gruelling 4-hour-long rescue, a 13-foot-long whale shark that was accidentally entangled in a shore seine net was successfully freed and released back into the sea on Tuesday. Whale shark is an endangered species in IUCN Red List.
Islamabad, Dec 9 (UNI) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday approved the disbursement of a $1.2 billion package for Pakistan after the global money lender cited satisfaction with Pakistan''s economic trajectory, after completing a second review of its reform agenda under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the first review of its Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).
Hyderabad, Dec 9 (UNI) Telangana IT and Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu on Tuesday announced that Bharat Future City, the state’s flagship greenfield urban development project, will be built as a world-class, zero-carbon city capable of generating 13 lakh jobs and accommodating nine lakh residents.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 9 (UNI) The Winter Session of the Odisha Assembly, which began on November 27, was adjourned sine die on Tuesday, 18 working days ahead of its original schedule.
Vaishali, Dec. 9 (UNI) At least three people were killed and more than 12 injured in a collision between a bus and an auto rickshaw near Kanchanpur Dhanushi village under Kartha police station area on Hajipur Lalganj National Highway 74 in Vaishali on Tuesday.
Patna, Dec. 9 (UNI) Bihar BJP President and Industries Minister Dilip Jaiswal on Tuesday said that the NDA government is mulling to attract Rs 50 lakh crore of new investment in the next five years and create one crore jobs in the state.
Dhanbad, Dec 9 (UNI) IIT (ISM) Dhanbad celebrated its landmark 100th Foundation Day on Tuesday, concluding the weeklong centenary foundation celebrations that showcased the institute’s rich legacy in engineering, earth sciences, energy research, and technological innovation.
Ranchi, Dec 9 (UNI) The Railway Protection Force (RPF) Hatia, along with its Flying Squad, seized 23 kilograms of ganja valued at approximately Rs 11.5 lakh and arrested two traffickers during a special inspection drive at Hatia Railway Station on Tuesday.
Itanagar, Dec 9 (UNI) Normal life came to a standstill in the Itanagar Capital Region (ICR) on Tuesday following a 12-hour dawn-to-dusk bandh called by the Arunachal Pradesh Indigenous Youth Organisation (APIYO), Indigenous Youth Force of Arunachal (IYFA) and All Naharlagun Youth Organisation (ANYO).
Hyderabad, Dec 9 (UNI) Godrej Industries Group on Tuesday announced an investment of ₹150 crore in Telangana to expand its dairy business operations in the state.
New Delhi, Dec 9 (UNI) The Supreme Court today declined to grant an extension of the deadline for submission of enumeration forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Kerala, amid the ongoing local body election process.
Chennai, Dec 9 (UNI) The Aditya-L1 Solar mission satellite, launched on September 2, 2023, has joinedthe global effort--with six US satellites--in the landmark Solar Storm study.
Dubai, Dec 9 (UNI) South Africa spinner Nonkululeko Mlaba has been rewarded for some strong efforts against Ireland as she made major gains on the latest ICC Women''s T20I Player Rankings.
Chennai, Dec 9 (UNI) FICCI FLO Chennai, under the leadership of Chairperson Niyati A Mehta, in collaboration with the DNI Vertical of FLO Chennai, presents the Able Art Festival--a unique dance theatre showcase featuring over 50 artists with differing abilities.
Kolkata, Dec 9 (UNI) In a sharp escalation of her confrontation with the Centre over the rural jobs programme, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee publicly tore up a Central government communication related to the 100-day work scheme during a rally in Cooch Behar on Tuesday.
Shimla, Dec 8 (UNI) The dispute over the multi-storey mosque structure in Sanjauli has taken a new turn, with the All Himachal Muslims Organisation producing a 1915 revenue record to assert that the mosque is a legally established place of worship and not an encroachment, as alleged by several protesting groups.
Jammu, Dec 9 (UNI) The second round of open recruitment rally for Territorial Army is scheduled to begin from December 10.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) The Lok Sabha witnessed a day-long, intense debate on Monday marking the 150th anniversary of the patriotic anthem Vande Mataram, with political heavyweights fiercely contesting the song’s legacy and its role in India’s freedom struggle and Partition.
Ranchi, Dec 8 (UNI) The second supplementary budget for the financial year 2025–26, amounting to Rs 7,721.25 crore, was tabled in the Jharkhand Assembly on the second day of its Winter Session on Monday amid continuous sloganeering by the Opposition.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) The Vishwa Samudra Group and PGTI president Kapil Dev on Monday jointly announced the launch of the Vishwa Samudra Open 2025, which will be played at Delhi Golf Club (DGC) from December 9-12.
Hyderabad, Dec 8 (UNI) The Telangana Rising Global Summit opened with unprecedented momentum, securing investment commitments worth around Rs 2.43 lakh crore on Day 1, with more than 35 MOUs signed.
Hyderabad, Dec 8 (UNI) In one of the biggest announcements at Telangana Rising Summit on Day-1, Salman Khan Ventures Pvt. Ltd on Monday unveiled plans to develop a ₹10,000-crore integrated township and world-class film-studio project in the state.
Shillong, Dec 8 (UNI) Gaurav Narleng hit a second century in the U-19 men''s Cooch Behar Trophy 2025-26 plate group as Meghalaya posted 312 all out on the first day against Nagaland at the MCA Ground here in Meghalaya today.
Jammu, Dec 8 (UNI) Jammu is all set to witness heavyweights grappling for the International Rustam-e-J&K titles during much awaited Indian Style Wrestling (Dangal) to be held on December 17 at Maulana Azad Stadium.
Mumbai, Dec 8 (UNI) Celebrated actor and noted environmentalist Sayaji Shinde today met Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray to discuss the opposition to the proposed cutting of 1,800 trees in Tapovan, Nashik, for construction of the Sadhu Gram ahead of the Nashik Kumbh Mela next year.
Hyderabad, Dec 8 (UNI) The Telangana Rising Global Summit opened with unprecedented momentum, securing investment commitments worth around ₹1.88 lakh crore on Day 1. More than 35 major agreements were formalized, marking one of the largest single-day investment declarations in the state’s history and reinforcing Telangana’s long-term Vision 2047 strategy.
Prayagraj, Dec 8 (UNI) The Allahabad High Court has fixed January 16 as the next date of hearing for a case related to the demand for a scientific survey by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) of the ablution area (wazukhana) located in the Gyanvapi complex in Varanasi.
Hyderabad, Dec 8 (UNI) Indian para-cyclists delivered an inspiring performance at the Para Cycling Cup 2025 held in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, from December 5 to 7, securing a total of 11 medals—two silver and nine bronze.
Lucknow, Dec 8 (UNI) With the onset of winter, all 10 Ramsar (wetland) sites in Uttar Pradesh have once again come alive with the arrival of migratory birds. These rare species, travelling thousands of kilometres, have found a haven in the state’s wetlands, transforming these naturally scenic locations into major attractions for tourists and bird watchers.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 8 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the State Assembly on Monday that 3,486 cyber crime cases were registered in the state over the past 16 months.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 8 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the State Assembly on Monday that 1,832 people have lost their lives due to drowning in rivers and the sea over the past three years.
Kolkata, Dec 8 (UNI) A rich gathering of writers, cultural personalities, thinkers and public speakers would headline the three-day annual Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival scheduled to be held at multiple venues, including the historic Alipore Museum, here from January 9 next year, the organisers announced here on Monday.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 8 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the State Assembly on Monday that 71 illegal Bangladeshi immigrants have been identified across the state.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 8 (UNI) Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi informed the Odisha Assembly on Monday that 12 Maoists have surrendered and 21 were killed in encounters with the police over the past one and a half years.
Kendrapara, Dec 8 (UNI) Forest personnel of the Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary intercepted two trawlers in the early hours of Monday and arrested 17 fishermen for allegedly conducting illegal fishing inside the “No-Fishing Zone” of the sanctuary.
Chennai, Dec 8 (UNI) Already under the scanner of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), senior Tamil Nadu Minister and DMK veteran KN Nehru is once again facing the central agency’s heat in yet another alleged Rs 1,020 crore scam pertaining to tender manipulation in the Municipal and Water Administration (MWAS) Department, even as the Minister strong condemned the defamatory charges against him and asserted that he would fce it legally.
Bengaluru, Dec 8 (UNI) The domestic carrier IndiGo triggered major disruption at Kempegowda International Airport (KIA), Bengaluru, cancelling 150 flights on Monday alone, the highest among six metro airports impacted nationwide.
Motihari, Dec 8 (UNI) The security personnel arrested seven inter-state smugglers and confiscated 9.178 kilograms of charas from two locations in East Champaran near the Indo-Nepal international border.
Nagpur, Dec 8 (UNI) The political climate in the winter capital of the state heated up on the opening day of the winter session of Maharashtra Assembly, as four separate groups staged rallies across the city to press their demands ranging from social justice to rehabilitation for project-affected residents.
Ranchi, Dec 8 (UNI) Punjab’s Trijal Vohra and West Bengal’s Sreosree Chakraborty emerged as the standout performers on the third day of the fifth UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships at the Harivansh Tana Bhagat Indoor Stadium here, clinching the Under-13 Youth Boys and Girls titles respectively on Monday.
New Delhi, December 8 (UNI) Notwithstanding the demonetisation in November, 2016, the currency in circulation (CiC) in the country has more than doubled between 2016 and 2025.
Chennai, Dec 8 (UNI) Opposition AIADMK General Secretary and Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K. Palaniswami (EPS) today condemned the ruling DMK after a letter from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to the Tamil Nadu DGP allegedly exposed massive corruption amounting to Rs 1,020 crore in tenders within the Municipal Administration and Water Supply (MAWS) Department.
Ahilyanagar (Maharashtra), Dec 8(UNI) In the 51st Junior State Kho Kho Championship, Dharashiv and Sangli emerged as champions in the boys'' and girls'' categories, respectively. The Championship that started on December 4 concluded on December 7, witnessing participation from 720 players from across 24 districts in Maharashtra.
Hyderabad, Dec 8 (UNI) Eric Swider, Director of the Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), on Monday praised Telangana’s rapid growth and investor-friendly environment, announcing his intention to deploy up to Rs 1 lakh crore over the next decade in Future City and associated development projects.
Kochi, Dec 8 (UNI) Bringing an eight-year legal battle to a dramatic close, the Ernakulam Principal District and Sessions Court today acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 abduction and sexual assault case involving a leading actress.
Kochi, Dec 8 (UNI) Bringing an eight-year legal battle to a dramatic close, the Ernakulam Principal District and Sessions Court on Monday acquitted Malayalam actor Dileep in the 2017 abduction and sexual assault case involving a leading actress.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi set a charged tone for the winter session of Parliament, using a special Lok Sabha debate on the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram on Monday to launch a cryptic but pointed attack on the Congress and the historical decisions that led to Partition.
Ranchi, 08 Dec (UNI) The cold wave has tightened its grip across Jharkhand, with temperatures dipping steadily and icy winds in the mornings and evenings adding to the winter chill.
Kolkata, Dec 8 (UNI) Alert security agencies, including the BSF, guarding the Indo-Bangla border, have seized contraband brown sugar, worth over Rs 10 crore, seized more than Rs 10,000 Indian fake currencies, and arrested two suspects in separate raids from West Bengal''s Malda district border, official sources said on Monday.
Santiago (Chile), Dec 8 (UNI) The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team recorded a commanding 3-1 victory over Wales in their 9/16 qualification match at FIH Junior Women’s World Cup match at the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Césped, Estadio Nacional, here, on Monday.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) Bollywood star Ranveer Singh’s film, Dhurandhar, has grossed over the Rs 100 crore mark in box office collections in its opening weekend.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) Gaurav Khanna celebrated his Bigg Boss 19 victory with a heartfelt post on Instagram, expressing gratitude to fans for their unwavering support.
Hamirpur (HP), Dec 8 (UNI) The Himachal Pradesh State Selection Commission (HPRCA) issued two separate notifications inviting eligible candidates to apply online for 530 Patwari and 312 Assistant Staff Nurse positions until January 16.
Shimla/Hamirpur(HP), Dec 8 (UNI) A serving soldier, Baldev Singh, who had been missing for 15 years, was reunited with his family in Hamirpur on Sunday with the help of social media.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) It has been 14 years since actor Anil Kapoor made his mark in Hollywood with the release of ''Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol,'' the fourth film in the blockbuster franchise led by Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt.
New Delhi, Dec 8 (UNI) Actor Gaurav Khanna has been crowned the winner of Bigg Boss 19, sending his fans into a wave of excitement and celebration.
Pune, Dec 7 (UNI) Swimmers from Dhruv Global School, Nande, delivered a stellar performance at the divisional and district-level swimming competitions, making a strong impact by winning a total of 10 bronze medals.
Ranchi, Dec 07 (UNI) Jharkhand continues to reel under an intense cold wave as icy winds from North India push temperatures significantly below normal across several districts. While the sky remained clear throughout the day and no rainfall was recorded anywhere in the state, the minimum temperature has been steadily falling during the night and early morning hours, causing severe chills among residents. According to the Meteorological Department, ten districts have recorded minimum temperatures below 10°C.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (UNI) The market valuation of five of the top-10 most valued firms surged by Rs 72,284.74 crore last week, as per the data with the depositories. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Infosys emerged as the biggest winners.
Chennai, Dec 7 (UNI) India lost to defending champions Germany 1-5 in the semifinals of the Junior Men''s World Cup Hockey tournament here tonight.
Chennai, Dec 7(UNI) Indian Junior Men''s Hockey Team registered a humiliating 1-5 loss against defending champions Germany in the Semifinal of the FIH Hockey Men''s Junior World Cup Tamil Nadu 2025 here on Sunday.
Nagpur, Dec 7 (UNI) Nagpur Police today launched “AI Nirikshak”, Maharashtra’s first AI-powered crowd management system, ahead of the Winter Assembly session 2025.
Lucknow, Dec 7 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh has surpassed the milestone of 3 lakh (3,00,654) solar energy installations, marking a historic achievement in the state’s renewable energy journey.
Chennai, Dec 7 (UNI) In a major for the industrialisation of the southern districts of Tamil Nadu, the TN Rising Summit at Madurai today witnessed the singing of 91 MoUs for Rs 36,660 crore in the presence of Chief Minister MK Stalin, taking the total estimated investment flow into the state under the DMK government to Rs 11.38 lakh crore.
New Delhi, 7 Dec (UNI) As IndiGo raced to meet the government’s 8 pm deadline to refund passengers affected by the country’s largest airline disruption, the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Sunday said the carrier had processed refunds worth Rs 610 crore so far. IndiGo also indicated that it now expects operations to stabilise by December 10, revising its earlier guidance of a December 10–15 recovery window.
New Delhi, Dec 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi felicitated the Top 12 winners of a nationwide photography contest and appreciated their lensmanship for keeping those moments alive forever during a media event here.
Ranchi, Dec 7 (UNI) The Under-11 Boys’and Girls’ Round of 32 produced an enthralling day of table tennis action in the fifth UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships at the Harivansh Tana Bhagat Indoor Stadium, filled with nail-biting finishes and commanding displays as the field narrowed ahead of tonight’s pre-quarter final clashes.
Hyderabad, Dec 7 (UNI) A 75-year-old resident of Habsiguda in Hyderabad lost Rs 1,09,610 in a cyber fraud after he responded to a fake D-Mart grocery offer circulating on Facebook, police said on Sunday.
Honolulu, Dec 7 (UNI/SPUTNIK) Hawaii''s Kilauea volcano, during the 38th episode of its eruption, released a lava fountain approximately 1,200 feet high and, for the first time during the current eruption, released three fountains of approximately equal size, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said on Sunday.
Beed, Dec 7 (UNI) Seventeen people, including BJP leader Balraje Pawar and his son Shivraj Pawar, were arrested and later released with notice following violent clashes between the Pawar and Pandit groups during the Georai Municipal Corporation elections. Police officials said all arrested individuals will be produced before Additional Superintendent of Police Sachin Pandkar on Monday, where a substantial bond amount will be taken from them. Any further violations will lead to cancellation of the bond and financial penalties, they added.
New Delhi, 7 Dec (UNI):As India’s private airline, Indigo, raced to meet the government’s 8 pm deadline to refund passengers affected by the country’s biggest airline disruption, the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Sunday said Indigo had processed refunds worth Rs 610 crore so far.
Shillong, Dec 7 (UNI) Three female Meghalaya footballers - Eiladki Ksoo, Ibashembha Khongsit and Ibadarihun Nongsiej - have been invited to attend trials for the Indian U-17 women''s national team, which are to be held in Bangalore.
Patna, Dec 7 (UNI) Bihar Deputy Chief Minister (Home) Samrat Choudhary on Sunday announced plans for setting up 100 fast-track courts for speedy disposal of long pending cases, reduce the burden on regular courts and to give proper attention to sensitive cases.
Jaipur, Dec 7 (UNI) Rajasthan has achieved 100 per cent digitization of all 5,46,56,215 voters in the ongoing excercise of the Special Intensive Review (SIR) of the electoral rolls five days before the deadline given for the task by the Election Commission of India (ECI).
Anantapur(Andhra Pradesh), Dec 7(UNI) Manipur clinched their 12th Dr. Talimeren Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship Tier 1 title with a resounding 9-0 victory over Bengal at the RDT Stadium in Anantapur on Sunday. The triumph also sealed a remarkable hat-trick of titles.
Parwinder Sandhu New Delhi, December 7 (UNI) IndiGo’s prolonged operational disruption entered its sixth day on Sunday with the cancellation of around 650 flights, even as the airline advanced its recovery timeline and said it now expects network stabilisation by December 10. The crisis persisted despite claims of having operated 1,650 of its 2,300 scheduled daily services.
Chennai, Dec 7 (UNI) In a major boost to industrial development in Tamil Nadu that would propel growth and create job opportunities, a total of 91 MoUs were signed attracting investments to the tune of Rs 36,660.35 crore in the presence of Chief Minister M K Stalin at the ''TN Rising'' Investors Conclave held at the Temple town of Madurai on Sunday.
Tokyo, Dec 7 (UNI/SPUTNIK) Chinese Navy J-15 fighter jets twice intermittently targeted Air Self-Defence Force F-15s over the open sea southeast of Okinawa, the Japanese Defence Ministry claims.
Hyderabad, Dec 7 (UNI) The excitement around Lionel Messi’s friendly football match at Uppal Stadium on December 13 is already palpable, and Telangana is gearing up for an unprecedented influx of fans from across the country.
Ranchi, Dec 7 (UNI) Jharkhand is facing an escalating environmental crisis.
Algiers, Dec 7 (UNI) At least 12 people were killed, and 23 others injured Saturday when a passenger bus overturned in Algeria''s western Beni Abbes province, the Civil Protection service said.
Kollam (Kerala), Dec 7 (UNI) A massive fire broke out in the early hours of Sunday at Kureepuzha in this district, gutting almost 15 fishing boats anchored along the Ashtamudi Lake. The blaze, which began around 2 am, caused extensive damage to the vessels, fishing nets, and equipment owned by local fishermen.
Athens, Dec. 7 (UNI) At least 18 people died after a boat carrying migrants capsized off the southern coast of Crete, Greece''s public broadcaster ERT reported on Saturday.
Kochi, Dec 6 (UNI) The Kochi Biennale Foundation announced 11 institutional participants of Invitations, a key programme hosted across seven venues in Fort Kochi and Mattancherry.
New Delhi, Dec 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday issued a powerful call for India to shed its colonial legacy and embrace a future fuelled by national confidence and holistic reform.
New Delhi, Dec 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the prestigious Leadership Summit 2025 hosted by a national daily, where he unveiled a major government initiative to return over Rs 1,04,000 crore (approximately USD 12.5 billion) in unclaimed assets to their rightful owners.
Hyderabad, Dec 6 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has announced that the Telangana Rising Global Summit – 2025, scheduled for December 8 and 9 at Bharat Future City, will bring together 154 representatives from 44 countries across six continents.
Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Dec 6 (UNI) union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Saturday said the Central Government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi had worked relentlessly for rural development and welfare over the last 11 years, including significant investment in Telangana.
Guwahati, Dec 6 (UNI) The SIT probing the death of singer Zubeen Garg will file a chargesheet on December 12, said Special Director General of Police (CID) Munna Prasad Gupta on Saturday. Gupta is heading the Special Investigation Team’s (SIT) probe into Garg''s death.
Visakhapatnam, Dec 6 (UNI) India wrapped up a dominant 9-wicket victory over South Africa in the 3rd ODI at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, completing a thrilling 2-1 series win here on Saturday.
Bahrain/Chennai, Dec 6 (UNI) India’s Rivaan Dev Preetham delivered two top-10 performances in the highly competitive Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals which concluded at the Bahrain International Circuit, on Saturday.
Ranchi, Dec 6 (UNI ) Jharkhand Under-14 boys’ team clinched the national title in Umaria, Madhya Pradesh, at the 69th School Games Federation of India (SGFI) football championship.
New Delhi, Dec 6 (UNI) IndiGo, India''s largest airline, has announced significant progress in restoring its network on Saturday, following recent operational disruptions that forced the carrier to cancel a large number of flights.
Sultanpur, Dec 6 (UNI) A speeding trailer collided with a tourist bus on the Ayodhya–Prayagraj Highway today, resulting in the death of one woman and injuries to 15 others.
Kannur, Dec 6 (UNI) The Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala—India’s premier institution for naval officer training—will host the Admiral’s Cup 2025, scheduled from December 8 to 13. Recognised as one of the world’s most respected naval sailing championships, this year’s 14th edition will witness participation from 35 international countries, reflecting a significant increase in global representation and reaffirming the event’s rising prominence in the international maritime community.
New Delhi, Dec 6 (UNI) The Delhi government has constituted a 21-member task force to establish a unified metropolitan transport authority and create a dedicated fund to meet the mobility needs of the city’s expanding population, an official said on Saturday.
Brisbane, Dec 6 (UNI) Mitchell Starc produced a commanding allround performance at the Gabba on Saturday, smashing a crucial 77 and then striking twice with the ball to put Australia firmly on top on Day 3 of the pink-ball Ashes Test.
Beed, Dec 6 (UNI) The Beed Zilla Parishad Education Department has suspended 14 teachers for failing to submit their UDID (Unique Disability ID) cards despite repeated orders. The teachers were instructed to present valid certificates as part of an ongoing verification drive. Even after receiving multiple reminders and notices, these teachers did not comply with the directive, leading the department to initiate disciplinary action.
New Delhi, Dec 6 (UNI) In an unusually swift regulatory intervention, the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Friday imposed temporary caps on domestic airfares at a maximum of Rs 18,000 for flights covering more than 1,500 km.
Kolkata, Dec 6 (UNI) The proposed Babri Mosque’s foundation stone was laid at Beldanga in Murshidabad on Saturday by suspended Trinamool Congress MLA Humayun Kabir, exactly as he had announced.
Varanasi, Dec 6 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has set a new record in the first phase of placements for the academic session 2025-26.
Pretoria, Dec 6 (UNI) At least 10 people were killed and 10 others wounded in a shooting on Saturday at the Saulsville Hostel in Atteridgeville in South Africa''s administrative capital Pretoria, local police said. UNI XINHUA MI AAB.
Lucknow, Dec 6 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh excise revenue has registered a significant 15.59 per cent increase during the financial year 2025-26.
Ranchi, Dec 6 (UNI) State remains in the grip of an intense cold wave as temperatures dipped sharply across several districts, significantly increasing winter severity.
Shimla, Dec 6 (UNI) Communist Party of India (Marxist) has strongly objected to the state government’s move to amend Section 118 of the Himachal Pradesh Tenancy and Land Reforms Act, 1972, warning that repeated relaxations and exemptions are effectively leading to a “freezing” of this key constitutional safeguard meant to protect the land rights of Himachalis. .
Washington, Dec 6 (UNI): The United States has approved the sale of Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missiles (JASSM) with Extended Range and related equipment to Italy, with an estimated cost of USD 301 million.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 6 (UNI) The Kerala Cyber Police have arrested a 25-year-old Gujarat resident for allegedly duping a city-based doctor of Rs 1.11 crore through a fake share-trading scheme, in which the accused channelled the money into cryptocurrency wallets before moving it overseas.
Kolhapur, Dec 5 (UNI) The "Shaurya Jagriti Training" camp to give self-defence training for over 1000 girls will be held on December 7 at Padmaraje Girls High School near Khari Cornor of the city.
Kolhapur, Dec 5 (UNI) A Three-day exhibition of historic Maratha armour from the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji will be displayed in the national capital at the ''Sanatan Rastra Shankhnad Mahistav'' slated to begin from December 13.
Nagpur, Dec 5 (UNI) Maharashtra Congress Chief Harshwardhan Sapkal today criticized the Mahayuti government, which marked its first year in office, urging it to request a special financial package from the Centre to address the state’s “bankruptcy.”Speaking at a press conference here, Sapkal said the Devendra Fadnavis-led government will be remembered for fostering chaos, spreading hatred, illegally selling government land and failing to deliver on promises made to citizens.
Lucknow, Dec 5 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is continuously taking strict action against illegal drug traffickers who are pushing the youth of the state into the clutches of addiction.
New Delhi, Dec 5(UNI) Delhi Police’s Northern Range arrested 16 gangsters and notorious criminals during a night-long operation spanning three districts, Outer North, Rohini and North-West, an official said on Friday.
Jaipur, Dec 5 (UNI) The foundation stone for the Rs 647 crore relining and reconstruction project of the Gang Canal-Ferozepur Feeder was laid by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday, marking the centenary celebrations of the 100-year-old canal built by the erstwhile Bikaner Maharaja Ganga Singh.
Madrid, Dec 5 (UNI) FC Barcelona on Friday announced that defender Eric Garcia has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until the end of June 2031.
Srinagar, Dec 5 (UNI) Flight operations at Srinagar International Airport were partially affected on Friday, with 34 scheduled flights — 17 arrivals and 17 departures — cancelled, including 16 from IndiGo, airport officials said.
Durgapur, Dec 5 (UNI) Major upsets was witnessed in the 3rd round of the 51st National Women Chess Championship being played here as at the top board WFM Bristy Mukherjee of West Bengal held top seed WIM Arpita Mukherjee to a draw. At the end of the 3 rounds eight players are leading with a perfect score even after WFM Bristy Mukherjee held top seed WIM Arpita Mukherjee to a draw.
Jalna Dec 5 (UNI) Ambad Police conducted a raid and seized cannabis worth nearly Rs 1 crore from a farm in Jalna district on Friday. Acting on specific information that cannabis plants had been harvested and left to dry in a field, the Ambad Police team launched a swift operation.
Cyberabad, Dec 5 (UNI) The Cybercrime Police, Cyberabad, cracked five cybercrime cases between November 26 and December 2, resulting in the arrest of 19 offenders across multiple states.
New Delhi, December 5 (UNI) The Border Roads Organisation’s (BRO) Project Himank marked its 41st Raising Day, at Head Quarter Chief Engineer Project Himank, Leh, celebrating over four decades of relentless service in some of the world’s most inhospitable terrain.
Patna, Dec 5 (UNI) The Bihar Assembly on Friday passed the second supplementary budget of Rs 91,717 crore and the appropriation bill here.
Warangal, Dec 5 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy tonday launched a series of development works worth Rs 508 crore in Narsampet and addressed a large public meeting, where he accused the previous government of neglecting Warangal and failing to deliver benefits to the people over the past decade.
Bhubaneshwar, Dec 5 (UNI) In an exemplary gesture, a centenarian gynaecologist from Odisha has donated Rs 3.4 crore of her self-earned savings to the AIIMS Bhubaneswar''s Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology as she turned 100 on Friday.
Washington, Dec 5 (UNI) A US Air Force Thunderbird F-16C Fighting Falcon crashed during a training mission in the Southern California desert, with the pilot ejecting safely before the aircraft exploded on impact, the Air Force confirmed.
Santiago (Chile), Dec 5 (UNI) Day 4 of the FIH Hockey Women’s Junior World Cup City of Santiago 2025 delivered one of the largest scorelines of the tournament as China defeated Austria 11-0, supported by a hat-trick from Wang Lihang and sustained efficiency from set pieces.
Jammu, Dec 5 (UNI) Hundreds of passengers faced the brunt and raised hue and cry after 11 flights of IndiGo airlines were cancelled today from the Jammu Airport here.
Cape Town, Dec 5 (UNI) South Africa revealed their 15-member squad for the ICC Under-19 Men''s Cricket World Cup to be held in Namibia and Zimbabwe from January 15 to February 6, 2026.
Hyderabad, Dec 5 (UNI) Xiaomi India on Friday launched the Redmi 15C 5G, positioned as a feature-rich smartphone offering a sleek design, a large 17.53 cm immersive display and reliable all-day performance for users balancing work and entertainment.
New Delhi, Dec 5 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday underscored the enduring strength of the India-Russia bilateral relationship, calling the friendship between the two nations a "Dhruv Tara” (Pole Star) amid global turbulence. He highlighted shared strength in defence, energy and trade, alongside initiatives in shipbuilding, critical minerals and Make in India, even as global turbulence continues.
Mumbai, Dec 5 (UNI) Maharashtra had earlier approved a major plan to send 10,000 skilled workers and professionals to Germany for employment.
Chennai, Dec 5 (UNI) Tamil Nadu stands tall in the Electronics sector and was ranked India''s No.1 in exports with USD 14.65 billion, Chief Minister M K Stalin said today and asserted that the main aim of his government was to position the State as the key electronics manufcaturing.
Kolkata, Dec 5 (UNI) In a remarkable discovery that bridges colonial-era natural history with modern biodiversity research, scientists at the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Kolkata, have confirmed the presence of the Yunnan Keelback (Fowlea yunnanensis) within India’s administrative boundaries for the first time.
New Delhi, Dec 5 (UNI) India has emerged as a major global hub for electronics manufacturing, recording a sixfold jump in overall production and an eightfold rise in exports over the past eleven years, said Jitin Prasada, union Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, in a response in the Rajya Sabha.
Lucknow, Dec 5 (UNI) Lucknow’s iconic Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden is stepping into a new phase of eco-friendly development as the Tourism Department rolls out a Rs 1.91 crore project designed to make the zoo greener, more engaging and more enjoyable for families.
Patna, Dec 5 (UNI) The World Book of Records (WBR), London has extended warm congratulations to Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on being sworn in as the CM of the state for the 10th time and termed it an unprecedented achievement in India’s democratic history.
Ranchi, Dec 5 (UNI) State is once again gripped by a sharp rise in cold conditions, prompting the Meteorological Department to issue a yellow alert for 11 districts.
Srinagar, Dec 5 (UNI) Flight operations of IndiGo continued to face disruptions on Friday as 10 out of 18 scheduled IndiGo flights at Srinagar International Airport were cancelled, an airport official said .
New Delhi, Dec 5 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said that it has attached over 18 properties, fixed deposits, bank balances, and shareholdings in unquoted investments of the Reliance Anil Ambani Group worth Rs 1,120 crore in connection with the Reliance Home Finance Limited, Reliance Commercial Finance Limited, and Yes Bank fraud case.
Shimla, Dec 5(UNI) In an exemplary judgment underscoring institutional accountability, the Court of Chief Judicial Magistrate Upasana Sharma has convicted DAVN School Principal Dhanendra Goyal for negligence leading to the 2019 Khadakoli bus accident, which claimed the lives of five students and the driver.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 5 (UNI) The Kerala State Election Commission has announced that 1,803 voters and 41 candidates will take part in the upcoming local body poll in Idamalakkudi, Kerala’s only exclusively Scheduled Tribe village panchayat, located in Idukki district. After delimitation, Idamalakkudi now comprises 14 wards, including the newly added Kavakkattukudi ward, all reserved for Scheduled Tribes. Of the total electorate, 893 are women, and 910 are men.
Mumbai, Dec 4 (UNI) Maharashtra Pradesh Congress Committee President Harshvardhan Sapkal alleged here on Thursday that in the recently conducted municipal elections, bogus voting, intimidation, and blatant violations of all rules took place.
Jaipur, Dec 4 (UNI) Minor violations of rules and norms or petty crimes such as cattle grazing on forest land, seeking water connection without prior clearances, failure in producing account books - ledgers (Bahi-Khata) before commercial department officials, henceforth will not lead to the perpetrators being sent behind the bars in Rajasthan. The Rajasthan Government has decided to promulgate an ordinance to drop the clause - provision of imprisonment for such minor acts from as many as 11 existing laws.
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) The Delhi Government has extended an ex- gratia assistance of Rs 10 lakh to the wife of the deceased, Kuldeep Nailwal, who in a tragic incident had lost his life after slipping into the Yamuna river in October in the Karawal Nagar assembly constituency in North East Delhi. .
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) To commemorate the first anniversary of the Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat campaign, union Minister of Women and Child Development (WCD) Annpurna Devi today launched the 100-Day Intensive Awareness Campaign for a Child Marriage Free Bharat, in the national capital on Thursday.
Istanbul, Dec 4 (UNI) Turkish security forces have seized massive quantities of illicit products and detained 169 suspects in a nationwide raid on counterfeit alcoholic beverages, authorities said on Thursday. Police carried out synchronised operations across all 81 provinces on Wednesday, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said on social media, calling it one of the most extensive anti-smuggling operations in recent years.
Akola, Dec 4 (UNI) A 14-year-old boy who went missing from Akola has been found safe in Pandharpur, Maharashtra, after an extensive 21-day search during which police reviewed nearly 200 CCTV recordings and travelled around 1,500 km, officials said.
New Delhi, December 4 (UNI) The 10th edition of the India– Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise Garuda Shakti commenced at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. The exercise is being conducted from D03 to 12 December.
Mumbai, Dec 4 (UNI) JSW Steel Ltd officially announced a joint venture with Japan’s JFE Steel worth Rs 15,750 crore, according to a stock exchange filing.
Chennai, Dec 4 (UNI) Russia’s TVEL JSC, the nuclear fuel arm of the country’s integrated nuclear power major Rosatom, on Thursday announced the delivery of nuclear fuel for the initial loading of the VVER-1000 reactor Unit 3 of the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KKNPP) in Tamil Nadu.
Mumbai Dec 4 (UNI) The Maharashtra government has now granted legal protection to the Digital 7/12 land records, a circular announced on Thursday.
Mumbai, Dec 4 (UNI) Congress Legislature Party Leader in Maharashtra Vijay Wadettiwar on Thursday attacked the ruling BJP-led alliance, alleging that the party is trying to win elections by misusing the name of their “dear sister” and by manipulating EVMs. He said that if the BJP manages to secure 175 out of 268 seats in the state, it would clearly indicate that the party has won through dishonesty and EVM hacking.
Kolkata, Dec 4 (UNI) The Calcutta High Court on Thursday cancelled 1,600 additional or ‘supernumerary’ posts created by the West Bengal government in upper primary teaching posts for vocational and physical education. The order of cancellation of 1,600 additional posts was passed by the Calcutta high court single bench judge Justice Biswajit Basu.
Mumbai, Dec 4 (UNI) Senior Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar said here on Thursday that if the BJP wins 175 seats out of 268 seats in the Maharashtra local body polls, it will automatically stand proven that foul means were used by the BJP to win the elections. .
New Delhi, Dec 4(UNI) Delhi Police dismantled a large-scale operation producing counterfeit ''desi ghee'' in the Alipur area, seizing 1,500 kg of fake clarified butter and 55 litres of synthetic essence used in its preparation, officials said on Thursday.
Lucknow, Dec 4 (UNI) Marking World Wildlife Conservation Day, Uttar Pradesh on Thursday presented a clear picture of how conservation and eco-tourism are beginning to reinforce each other on the ground.
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) The Indian Air Force contingent comprising of Su-30MKI fighters, IL-78 air-to-air refuelling aircraft and C-17 Globemaster III transport aircraft, has returned to India following the completion of the 8th edition of Exercise Garuda, a bilateral Indo–French air exercise between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the French Air and Space Force (FASF), held at Air Base 118, Mont-de-Marsan, France.
Hyderabad, Dec 4 (UNI) The last date to submit nominations for the Governor’s Awards for Excellence, 2025, has been extended to December 15 (1700 hours) for both online and offline entries.
Srinagar, Dec 4 (UNI) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday attended the Passing Out parade of Agniveer Batch-06 at the Jammu & Kashmir Light Infantry (JAK LI) Regimental Centre, Srinagar, where he congratulated the young soldiers for successfully completing their 31-week rigorous training.
Chennai, Dec 4 (UNI) Citing an order of the 2014 delivered by the High Court, Tamil Nadu Law Minister S Reghupathy justified police denying permission for Hindu outfits to light the Deepam atop the Tiruparankundram hills in Madurai and blamed the Communal and Hindutva forces of creating a new problem in a bid to gain foothold in the State.
Ranchi, Dec 4 (UNI) The Health Department has approved a major expansion of medical education and healthcare infrastructure at the Shaheed Nirmal Mahto Memorial Medical College and Hospital in Dhanbad, marking a significant step towards strengthening Jharkhand’s medical capacity.
Anantapur, Dec 4 (UNI) The police have recovered 1,025 stolen or lost mobile phones, worth Rs 2.13 crore in Andhra Pradesh, an official said on Thursday.
Shimla, Dec 3 (UNI) Around 1,24,780 families have encroached upon government and forest land across Himachal Pradesh, according to data placed before the state assembly on Wednesday. Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, responding to a written query, said the information was based on figures submitted to the High Court on August 5, 2025.
Aizawl, Dec 4 (UNI) The union Government has released the first instalment of Rs 15.20 crore for Mizoram’s Rural Local Bodies (RLBs) under the 15th Finance Commission for the 2025–26 financial year, covering grants that relate to 2024–25.
Hyderabad, Dec 4 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka Mallu on Thursday distributed financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh each to 50 candidates selected for the UPSC Civil Services Interview under the Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhay Hastham Scheme.
Hyderabad, Dec 4 (UNI) NephroPlus, Asia’s largest dialysis services provider and the fifth largest globally, will open its Initial Public Offering (IPO) for subscription on December 10.
Chandigarh, Dec 4 (UNI) Testimony was recorded on Friday in the ongoing defamation case filed by farmer activist Mahinder Kaur against Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut. The complainant, along with eyewitness Gurpreet Singh, appeared before the court, while Kangana once again failed to join the proceedings even virtually.
Coimbatore, Dec 4 (UNI)Kovai.co, a bootstrapped, AI-first software company offering multiple products at scale in the B2B SaaS space, today announced that its flagship knowledge management platform, Document360, has crossed USD 10 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) and has set a target to scale it up to USD 25 million ARR by 2028, fueled by accelerating global demand for AI-powered knowledge automation and a planned Rs 220 crore investment in its Coimbatore Development centre over the next three years.
Kolkata, Dec 4 (UNI) The Bengal Super League (BSL) is poised to usher in a new chapter in Bengal’s footballing landscape as it officially kicks off on December 14, bringing with it a renewed spirit of competition and community engagement.
Itanagar, Dec 4 (UNI) In view of the upcoming Panchayat and Municipality elections-2025 in Arunachal Pradesh, the Itanagar Capital Police intensified vehicle checking at the Chimpu Check Post, leading to the arrest of a head constable in possession of suspected heroin, police said on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Dec 4 (UNI) SAI Parenteral Limited Managing Director Anil K K on Thursday announced the company’s acquisition of Australia-based Noumed Pharmaceuticals for Rs 125 crore, calling it a defining milestone in the group’s global expansion strategy.
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) The World Gold Council (WGC) on Thursday said the gold prices can rise between 15-30 per cent in the calendar year 2026 from the current levels.
Jaipur, Dec 4(UNI) When CB Shintomon lined up for the men’s 110m hurdles final at the Khelo India University Games (KIUG) 2025 on Wednesday, few in the stands would have guessed how late he came into athletics or how unlikely his journey has been. Until 2021, he had never stepped on a synthetic track.
Bhubaneshwar, Dec 4 (UNI) Despite renewed emphasis on Information and Technology both by the State and the Centre, as many as 1,562 revenue villages in Odisha are bereft of mobile and internet connectivity.
Santiago (Chile), Dec 4 (UNI) The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team suffered a 1-3 defeat against Germany in their second match at the FIH Junior Women’s World Cup campaign at the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Cesped, Estadio Nacional here.
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) The Joint Parliamentary Committee on the Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-Ninth Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the union Territories Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is scheduled to hold two separate meetings on December 10 and December 17 to seek expert advices.
Canberra, Dec 4 (UNI/SPUTNIK) US technological giant Meta (banned in Russia for extremism) began deleting the accounts of Australian teenagers under 16 on its social media platforms on Thursday, Australian media reported.
New Delhi, Dec 4 (UNI) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) on Thursday sought a detailed explanation from IndiGo for the cancellation of over 1,200 flights, which caused significant inconvenience to passengers, and demanded corrective measures to stabilize the airline’s services.
Shimla, Dec 3, (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Urban Development, Housing and Technical Education Minister Rajesh Dharmani today handed over a cheque of Rs. 11 lakh to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in Dharamsala on behalf of HIMUDA as a contribution to the Chief Minister Sukha Aashray Fund.
Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, Dec 3 (UNI) A four-day-long state level school boys and girls wrestling under-14 sports competition will be held from December 8 to 11 at district sports complex (badminton hall) in Sindhudurg.
Kannur, Dec 3 (UNI) The 14th edition of Admiral''s Cup Sailing Regatta-2025 races will be held at Ettikulam beach,adjoining to the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, from December 8 to 13.
aipur, Dec 3 (UNI) The Jaipur Literature Festival 2026, presented by Vedanta, is set to welcome audiences to its most ambitious edition yet.
Patna, Dec 3 (UNI) Bihar Finance Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav today presented the second Supplementary Budget for 2025-26, outlining additional expenditure of approximately Rs 91,717 crore in the Assembly.
New Delhi, Dec 3 (UNI) Bharatiya Janata Party retained the Shalimar Bagh-B ward of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, with its candidate Anita Jain winning with the highest margin of over 10,000 votes in the by-poll over his nearest Aam Aadmi Party rival.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 3 (UNI) Odisha, a State largely regulated by agrarian economy, does not have a functional cold store facility, to preserve the perishable agro produce in as many as 14 districts out of 30 revenue districts. .
Shimla, Dec 3 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh government will fight in the Supreme Court on behalf of 1,24,870 families, identified as illegal encroachers, so that they are not rendered homeless. This was stated by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in the State Assembly during the winter session at Dharamshala on Wednesday, while intervening during Question Hour, in response to a query raised by MLA Jeet Ram Katwal. The Chief Minister said the government will engage reputed lawyers in the Supreme Court to secure relief from the High Court judgment delivered against these families.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 3 (UNI) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) Limited and Petronet LNG Limited (PLL) have entered into a 15-Years Ethane Unloading, Storage and Handling (USH) Services Binding Term Sheet (commencing between October – December 2028 and ending on the 15th anniversary of the commencement date). PLL is developing ethane unloading, storage and handling (USH) facilities with an ethane storage tank capacity of approx. 1,70,000 Cubic Meters at Dahej, Gujarat.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 3 (UNI) Vizhinjam International Seaport, developed and operated by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) in partnership with the Government of Kerala, has completed its first year of commercial operations with an extraordinary performance that has redefined India’s maritime capabilities and earned global acclaim.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 3 (UNI) Opposition BJD in the Odisha Assembly, on Wednesday voiced concern over the state government’s apparent oversight in properly commemorating the 125th birth anniversary of renowned freedom fighter Rama Devi. Raising the issue during the Assembly’s zero hour, BJD leader Prasanna Acharya said that despite Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s earlier promise during the Mahatab Jayanti celebrations to observe Rama Devi’s birth anniversary across the state throughout the year, the government has largely ignored it.
Bhopal, Dec 3 (UNI) A government holiday was declared in the city on account of today being the 41st anniversary of the Bhopal gas tragedy.
Nagpur, Dec 3 (UNI) The Maharashtra Government has confirmed that the winter session of the State Legislature will be held in Nagpur from December 8 to 14, reducing the previously expected two-week duration to just seven days.
Kochi, Dec 3 (UNI) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has been recognised by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Mind the Bridge as one of the Top 100 Corporate Startup Stars (CSS) globally.
Mumbai, Dec 3 (UNI) The Winter Session of the Maharashtra Legislature will be held in Nagpur from December 8 to 14.
Hyderabad, Dec 3 (UNI) Telangana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) C Sudarshan Reddy has directed all Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) in the State to submit their Contribution Reports, Audited Annual Accounts and Election Expenditure Statements by December 10.
Shillong, Dec 3 (UNI) The junior women''s selection committee of the Meghalaya Cricket Association has selected 15 players and five standbys for the BCCI''s U-19 Women''s One Day Trophy 2025-26 plate group.
Jayanta Roy ChowdhuryNew Delhi, Dec 3(UNI) On this day, 54 years ago, when Indian Air Force flew across the border to attack Pakistan’s bases after a pre-emptive strike by PAF’s F-86 Sabrejets and F-104 Starfighters on India, US President Richard Nixon and his National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger were huddled over the telephone discussing the beginning of the 1971 India- Pakistan war.
Chandigarh, Dec 3 (UNI) The Haryana government has cancelled the high-profile auction of a VIP vehicle number HR 88 B 8888, after the winning bidder failed to deposit the bid amount of Rs 1.17 crore. Transport Minister Anil Vij has directed officials to conduct a thorough investigation into the bidder’s assets and income, calling the matter a serious breach of responsibility.
Chandigarh, Dec 3 (UNI) union Minister of State Ravneet Bittu has been served a recovery notice of Rs 17.62 lakh by the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). The notice pertains to two residential units in the Nangal Township Colony that were originally allotted to Bittu during his tenure as a Congress MP from Anandpur Sahib (2009–2014). According to officials, both properties continue to remain under his possession without valid authorisation.
Mumbai, Dec 3 (UNI) Acting on directives from the Bombay High Court, the State Election Commission (SEC) has rescheduled the counting of votes for 264 municipal councils and nagar panchayats in Maharashtra to December 21.
Mumbai, Dec 3 (UNI) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), a Fortune Global 500 company and a Maharatna PSU, has been recognised by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and Mind the Bridge as one of the Top 100 Corporate Startup Stars (CSS) worldwide.
New Delhi, Dec 3(UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday bagged seven out of the 12 wards of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi(MCD) that witnessed bye elections on November 30.
Bengaluru, Dec 3 (UNI) Xiaomi India on Wednesday launched the REDMI 15C 5G, a smartphone designed with a sleek aesthetic, a 17.53 cm immersive display and dependable all-day performance for users who seamlessly switch between work and entertainment.
Kanpur, Dec 3 (UNI) The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) kicked off its 2025–26 campus placement season with a record-breaking performance on December 1, receiving 672 job offers on Day 1, the highest Day 1 tally to date. This represents a remarkable 16 per cent increase over last year’s Day-1 placements, highlighting IIT Kanpur’s growing industry appeal and the strong demand for its graduates. With some results still pending, the count is expected to rise further.
Prayagraj, Dec 3 (UNI) A fire broke out early Wednesday morning around 4:30 am in a house located in Gali Number 13 of Rajapur, claiming one life and injuring seven others. All injured victims were rushed to the hospital, where the condition of the mother and daughter remains critical.
Agartala, Dec 3 (UNI) Tripura government has planned to establish a Homeopathic Medical College in Agartala and an Ayurveda Medical College in Gomati district, two institutions with 60 intake capacity each, for which union Ministry of AYUSH has allocated Rs 140 crore, said Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha here today. Chief Minister held a high-level meeting where discussions focused on the detailed planning and execution of these projects, targeted to launch next academic session.
Beijing, Dec 3 (UNI) Isack Hadjar will replace Yuki Tsunoda as Red Bull''s second driver in 2026, with Arvid Lindblad to make his Formula 1 debut by taking Hadjar''s seat at Racing Bulls, Red Bull announced on Tuesday.
Dehradun, Dec 2 (UNI) In a startling revelation, BJP Minister of State and former head of Nehru Institute of Mountaineering (NIM) retired Col Ajay Kothiyal said that 147 persons are still buried under debris at Dharali, but the Uttarakhand government has failed to exhume them till date.
Kolkata, Dec 2 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has achieved a breakthrough against Prakash Vanijya Pvt Ltd and its promoter-director Manoj Kumar Jain, who allegedly defrauded the Central Bank of India of Rs. 234.57 crore through fraudulent banking transactions and diversion of loan funds.
Bhubaneswar, Dec 2 (UNI) Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) in Bhubaneswar and Sports Hostel team from Puri emerged as champions in the girls'' and boys'' categories, respectively, at the 13th Junior State Kho Kho Championship, held at District Sports Complex, Puri, Odisha from November 27 to December 1.
Mumbai, Dec 2 (UNI) The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit (AHTU) of Navi Mumbai Police have rescued six women from a prostitution racket in a raid on a popular spa in neighbouring Navi Mumbai city and arrested its manager.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) In the month of November, Aadhaar holders executed 231 Crore authentication transactions, clocking a growth of almost 8.5 percent as against the same period last year, said the Ministry of Electronics & IT on Tuesday.
Nagpur, Dec 2 (UNI) Maharashtra continues to report alarming levels of child mortality despite extensive government expenditure on health schemes, according to data obtained through the Right to Information (RTI) Act today.
Jaipur, Dec 2 (UNI)Chandigarh University’s Rahul (men’s 20km race walk) and Deepika (women’s Javelin Throw), Ruchir Mori (men’s 400m hurdles) of Swarnim Gujarat Sports University, Lovely Professional University’s Pooja (Women’s High Jump) broke the KIUG Meet Record on second day of athletics competition in the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium here on Tuesday.
Jaipur, Dec 2 (UNI) Every athlete has a moment that defines everything they’ve fought for. For Keerthana, that moment came in Jaipur, where the Udupi-born sprinter clocked 11.94 seconds to win the women’s 100m gold at the Khelo India University Games Rajasthan 2025, a triumph that was years in the making.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) Adani Enterprises Ltd on Tuesday said it has completed a Rs 231.34 crore acquisition of Trade Castle Tech Park (TCTPPL), an infrastructure developer which owns sizeable land parcels.
Lima, Dec 2 (UNI) At least 12 people were killed, six injured, and 30 others remain missing in a landslide-triggered river accident early Monday at the port of Iparia in Peru''s Coronel Portillo province, police said.
Jakarta, Dec 2 (UNI/SPUTNIK) The death toll from floods and landslides in Indonesia has risen to 631, with the search for 472 people continuing, according to Indonesian authorities.
Nagpur, Dec 2 (UNI) The Nagpur bench of the Bombay High Court on Tuesday directed the Maharashtra State Election Commission (SEC) to conduct counting of votes for all local body elections on December 21, shifting it from the earlier date of December 3. The court also imposed a ban on exit polls until December 20.
Lucknow, Dec 2 (UNI) SBI pays Rs 1 crore to next of kin of Northern Railway employee under Railway Salary Package Scheme.
Gadwal (Telangana), Dec 2 (UNI) Thirteen students fell ill after reportedly eating contaminated food at a Scheduled Caste hostel in Gadwal district headquarters on Tuesday.
Bengaluru, Dec 2 (UNI) Bengaluru Metro is steadily enhancing its efficiency, with plans to reduce train headways from 15 minutes to 12 minutes in the near future and eventually achieve an ideal 4–6 minutes across the network.
Ranchi, Dec 2 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out coordinated searches on Tuesday across Ranchi, Mumbai, and Surat under the Foreign Exchange Management Act.
Warsaw, Dec 2 (UNI/SPUTNIK) Poland has received 32 of the latest US Abrams M1A2 tanks, Polish Deputy Defence Minister Pawel Bejda said.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (UNI) Ranveer Singh’s upcoming action drama Dhurandhar is all set for a grand release this Friday, and early numbers suggest the film could enjoy a strong opening.
Ranchi, Dec 2 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday launched a major operation in Jharkhand, conducting raids at 15 locations linked to Chartered Accountant Naresh Kejriwal and his family in connection with alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA).
Santiago, Dec 2 (UNI) India began their Women’s FIH Hockey Junior World Cup 2025 campaign in commanding fashion, defeating Namibia 13–0 in their Pool C opener at the Centro Deportivo de Hockey Césped Estadio Nacional in Santiago, Chile. According to Olympics.com, Kanika Siwach (12'', 30'', 45'') and Hina Bano (35'', 35'', 45'') led the scoring with clinical hat-tricks, while Sakshi Rana (10'', 23'') netted twice. Binima Dhan (14''), Sonam (14''), Sakshi Shukla (27''), Ishika (36''), and Manisha (60'') added a goal each in India’s dominant performance.
Thiruvananthapuram, Dec 2 (UNI) Kerala’s ‘Mitra 181’ helpline has emerged as a frontline defence for women and children in crisis, handling more than 5.6 lakh calls and providing crucial support round-the-clock across the state.
Mumbai, Dec 1 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and former Maharashtra Chief Minister today stated that if the names mentioned in client list of American financier and paedophile sex trafficker Jaffrey Epstein becomes public, it could cause a political earthquake in India, due to which a "Marathi man" might become the Prime Minister of the country.
Hyderabad, Dec 19 (UNI) MIC Electronics Limited, a leading Hyderabad based Indian manufacturer of digital passenger information systems, today said it has won a Rs 1.49 crore contract from South Central Railway’s Vijayawada Division to install an advanced Integrated Passenger Information System (IPIS) at Annavaram (ANV) and Yelamanchili (YLM) stations.
Ranchi, Dec 1 (UNI) The Jharkhand Education Project Council (JEPC) announced that Pre-Board 1 examinations for Classes X and XII commenced on Monday across the state’s CM Schools of Excellence, with 13,436 students appearing on the first day.
Srinagar, Dec 1 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested an "absconder" in connection with the 1989 high-profile kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, daughter of former union Home Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, officials said.
Dublin, Dec 1 (UNI) Ireland have unveiled their 15-member squad for the ICC Men''s Under-19 World Cup to be played from January 15 to February 6 next year in Zimbabwe and Namibia. The group will be led by the pace duo of Olly Riley, who will captain the side and Reuben Wilson, the vice-captain, who will participate in his third U-19 World Cup. According to International Cricket Council (ICC), Ireland had qualfied to the 16-team tournament after finishing eighth in the previous edition in 2024.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Monday conducted searches at twelve premises in Maharashtra, including in Mumbai and Nandurbar district. The raids are linked to an investigation into Jamia Ismalia Ishatul Uloom (JIIU), Yemeni citizen Khaled Ibrahim Saleh Al-Khadami, and others.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) In the month of November, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) posted a marginal dip of 1 per cent in volume, with 20.47 billion transactions valued at around Rs 26.32 trillion.
Dhaka, Dec 1 (UNI) The Bangladesh''s Awami League on Monday accused the Muhammad Yunus–led interim government of attempting to erode the spirit of the country''s 1971 Liberation War, as the nation enters December — its symbolic victory month marking the defeat of Pakistan and the birth of an independent Bangladesh.
Pune, Dec 1 ( UNI) Another feather in the cap of Pune, one of the fastest-growing cities in the country, was recently added when Pune Airport made it to the ''''top 20'''' by securing the 19th position in the country in terms of handling international passenger traffic. Situated at Lohegaon, Pune Airport is primarily a defence airport that shares the runway with the Indian Air Force and, therefore, has limitations in terms of expanding its operations. Despite the operational constraints and operating only two international flights to Dubai and Bangkok, Pune managed to secure the 19th position.
Mumbai, Dec 1 (UNI) Godrej Properties has emerged as the highest bidder in an e-auction conducted by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA) for a five-acre land parcel in Neopolis, Kokapet, the company officially stated on Monday.
Hyderabad, Dec 1 (UNI): Consultant Physician Dr. Srikrishna Raghavendra today stated that there are around 24 lakh HIV-positive individuals in India and out of which 1.4 lakh are in Telangana. The number is equally distributed between men and women, he said. Dr Raghavendra was addressing an AIDS Awareness Walk organised by Kamineni Hospitals to mark the World AIDS Day.
Aizawl, Dec 1 (UNI) Mizoram recorded 3,117 new HIV infections between April 2024 and October 2025, according to fresh data presented on World AIDS Day here on Monday, underscoring the continuing severity of the epidemic in a state that already bears the country’s highest prevalence rate. The figures were released during the state-level observance at Vanapa Hall, where MSACS Project Director Dr. Jane R. Ralte reported that the state has now documented 33,641 HIV cases since 1990. Of the newly infected during the 19-month period, 2,039 were men, 1,078 women and 167 pregnant women.
Hyderabad, Dec 1 (UNI) A 27-year-old resident of Kanchanbagh was duped of Rs 14,34,000 in an online trading fraud after being lured into a fake investment platform operating under the name “FYERS-DMA,” falsely projected as an authorised service of Fyers Securities.
Srinagar, Dec 1 (UNI) The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested a Srinagar resident in connection with the 1989 kidnapping of Rubaiya Sayeed, daughter of former union Home Minister Mufti Mohammad Sayeed, officials said.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) In view of increased security concerns along India''s borders and within the country, the ministries of Defence and Home Affairs have sought a supplementary budget of Rs 16,317 crore and Rs.2198 crore respectively, accounting for as much as 14 per cent of the total fund sought from Parliament Monday.
Pune, Dec 1 (UNI) In the presence of Swami Swaroopananda, the Global Head of Chinmaya Mission, 178 state-level finalists from 16 states across India gathered at Chinmaya Vibhooti near Pune for two days for the National Finals of the Chinmaya Gita Chanting Competition.
Mumbai, Dec 1 (UNI) Shiv Sena (Thackeray faction) MP Sanjay Raut today accused the Fadnavis government of destroying the electoral culture in the state. He alleged that excessive amounts of money are being used in the ongoing local body elections, claiming that Rs 10,000 -15,000 are being offered per vote in what he termed as "Lakshmi Darshan".
New Delhi, Dec 1(UNI) The 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions (NSCC) got underway here at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting range, with a record 16,000 plus shooters qualifying to participate across categories in rifle, pistol and shotgun events.
Shimla, Dec 1 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh is reeling under drought-like conditions after recording one of its driest Novembers in history.
Istanbul, Dec. 1 (UNI) Türkiye’s Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced Monday that 12 fugitives wanted on Interpol red notices were brought back to Türkiye from Georgia, Germany, Austria, and France.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) The government on Monday sought approval from Parliament to spend a net additional amount of Rs 41,455.39 crore as the first batch of supplementary demands in the current financial year ending March 31.
Chennai, Dec 1 (UNI) The Cyclonic Storm Ditwah over the Bay, which has weakened into a Deep Depression will weaken further into a Depression in the next 12 hrs, even as heavy rainslash Chennai City and suburbs since last night..
Seoul, Dec 1 (UNI) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung''s approval rating rose 2.1 percentage points from a week earlier to 71.1 percent last week, a weekly poll showed on Monday.
Srinagar, Dec 1 (UNI) Police in Jammu and Kashmir''s Pulwama district seized a huge consignment of 1 kg 130 grams of brown sugar–like substance during a routine checking operation and arrested two alleged drug peddlers.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) The inaugural day of Parliament''s Winter Session started with immediate turmoil in the Lok Sabha on Monday, as the House was adjourned till 12 noon following a massive uproar by opposition members.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) Kriti Sanon and Dhanush, currently occupied with promotions for their latest film Tere Ishk Mein, visited Pune’s Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple on Sunday.
London, Dec 1 (UNI) Premier League leader Arsenal was held to a 1-1 draw by 10-man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
New Delhi, Dec 1 (UNI) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday urged all members of Parliament to “strengthen the healthy traditions of democracy” and contribute actively to a productive sitting. .
Ipoh (Malaysia), Dec 1 (UNI) Belgium defeated India 1-0 in a tightly contested encounter to win the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup 2025 in Malaysia.