The nationwide AQI map showed multiple toxic hotspots across north India, while parts of central, eastern and southern India reported mixed air quality, ranging from moderate to poor. The data highlights sharp regional differences in pollution levels
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar attended a ceremony marking Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s death anniversary and congratulated BJP’s newly appointed National Working President Nitin Nabin
Seasoned diplomat and 1995-batch IFS officer Nagesh Singh has been appointed as India’s next high commissioner to Australia. Currently serving as India’s Ambassador to Thailand, Singh will succeed Gopal Baglay in Canberra, bringing extensive experience across key diplomatic postings
Meanwhile, ICC Chairman Jay Shah presented Indian cricket team jerseys to Messi, Suarez and De Paul at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, marking a symbolic meeting of two of the country’s most popular sports. Messi also received a special autographed cricket bat from Shah
Until further notice, students in these grades must attend online classes. The government has emphasised that all schools should strictly follow this order and inform parents immediately, an official notification said
The victim was allegedly attacked by his own friend, who slit his throat with a knife and fled the scene immediately after the assault. According to police officers, the accused allegedly also stabbed the victim in the neck and abdomen while both were seated on the same bench during a tuition class
The Supreme Court said it will pass effective and enforceable orders to tackle worsening air pollution in Delhi-NCR. A three-judge bench will hear the matter on Wednesday amid concerns over poor implementation of preventive measures and severe AQI levels
Two trucks carrying chemicals and plastic granules were gutted in a fire near Indore on the Agra-Mumbai national highway, disrupting traffic but causing no injuries. The fire broke out near Manpur town, some 50 kilometres from the district headquarters, Deputy Superintendent of Police Umakant Choudhary
Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra will be taken into custody by the Goa Police immediately upon their arrival in Delhi from Thailand where they were detained, officials said
The government faced sharp opposition during the Parliament Winter Session over a bill seeking to repeal MGNREGA and replace it with a new rural employment law under Viksit Bharat 2047. Opposition leaders questioned the removal of Mahatma Gandhi’s name from the scheme
Several cities in Rajasthan woke up to thick fog on Monday, reducing visibility, while air quality across the state remained largely moderate, with some areas reporting poor to severe AQI levels. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Dholpur recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184 in the morning, placing it in the 'moderate'
Newly appointed BJP national working president and Bihar PWD minister Nitin Nabin termed his elevation a blessing of the party, praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, credited BJP for empowering grassroots workers, and pledged to carry forward his father’s legacy
Several cities in Rajasthan woke up to thick fog on Monday, reducing visibility, while air quality across the state remained largely moderate, with some areas reporting poor to severe AQI levels. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Dholpur recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 184 in the morning, placing it in the 'moderate'
15 December,2025 03:57 PM IST | Dholpur (Rajasthan) | ANINewly appointed BJP national working president and Bihar PWD minister Nitin Nabin termed his elevation a blessing of the party, praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership, credited BJP for empowering grassroots workers, and pledged to carry forward his father’s legacy
15 December,2025 03:10 PM IST | Patna | mid-day online correspondentTwo young men from Punjab were allegedly shot dead in Canada’s Edmonton, with families suspecting the attack may be a case of mistaken identity. The victims were identified as 27-year-old Gurdeep Singh from Barre village and 19-year-old Ranvir Singh from Uddat Saidewala village
15 December,2025 02:34 PM IST | Bathinda | PTIDelhi court has granted the CBI additional time to file verification reports in the alleged land-for-job corruption case involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family, deferring the hearing on framing of charges to December 19
15 December,2025 02:22 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentThe Delhi High Court, on December 10, questioned the central government for not taking timely action to check the crisis caused by IndiGo flight cancellations and asked why the situation was allowed to precipitate, with lakhs of passengers stranded and other airlines charging hefty fares
15 December,2025 01:39 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
Ichalkaranji Municipal Corporation in Kolhapur District witnessed the inauguration and bhoomipujan of several key development projects, marking a significant step towards accelerating the city’s growth and infrastructure development (PICS/ CMOMaharashtra ON X)
A Delhi court has allowed the CBI additional time to file verification reports in the alleged land-for-job scam involving RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family. The court is examining whether charges are to be framed under Sections 120B, 420, 467, 468, and 471 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), along with provisions of Prevention of Corruption
15 December,2025 12:51 PM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Karnataka Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar said party matters would be discussed internally as he met senior Congress leaders amid leadership speculation. When further asked whether this was important at this juncture, Shivakumar replied, “Don’t worry"
15 December,2025 12:36 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | IANS
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju asked Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge to apologise in Parliament for Congress workers’ alleged threats against Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The parliamentary affairs minister said the workers and leaders of the Congress and the BJP are political rivals, not enemies
15 December,2025 12:05 PM IST | New Delhi [India] | PTI
A 21-year-old man was killed after being trampled by a herd of elephants in Jharkhand’s Latehar district while he stepped out of his house at night. The incident occurred at Bhaisadon village under Balumath Police Station limits on Sunday night when Aryan Lohra went outside his home to relieve himself, he said
15 December,2025 11:53 AM IST | Latehar (Jharkhand) | PTI
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A devastating explosion rocked the Nowgam Police Station in Jammu and Kashmir, killing 9 people and injuring dozens. Here’s how 2,900 kg of seized explosives accidentally detonated, the chain of events that led to the tragedy, and the aftermath that left the region in shock.
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