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Two arrested after seizure of 150 kgs of ammonium nitrate in Tonk

"Based on a tip-off, 150 kilograms of ammonium nitrate and other explosive materials were seized on the Tonk National Highway. Following this, the IB team questioned the accused on Wednesday night, and the NIA team conducted questioning on Thursday morning," SP Meena said.

2026-01-02T01:18:41.056000+00:00 IST

Haryana sees major IPS reshuffle after Ajay Singhal takes charge

As per official orders issued by the Home Department, 1991-batch IPS officer Alok Mittal has been appointed Director General, Prisons, Haryana. 1993-batch IPS officer Arshinder Singh Chawla has been posted as Director General, State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana.

2026-01-02T00:53:54.828796+00:00 IST

Development of 1000-year-old Bhoramdev Temple being...: Shekhawat

"The dream that the Chhattisgarh government had for the development of the corridor of the 1000-year-old Bhoramdev Temple, which is the centre of faith for the people of Chhattisgarh, is being realised," Shekhawat told reporters.

2026-01-02T00:32:13.861815+00:00 IST

Residents "no longer trust" water supply as crisis deepens

Speaking to ANI, Lashkari said, "We had been complaining about dirty water for many days, but no one was listening. My daughter Kanak Lashkari is 15 years old and is admitted to the hospital. My mother is 93 years old. She fell ill on the 24th. She has been treated and is now fine."

2026-01-02T00:16:33.139676+00:00 IST

"Not making efforts": Sajad Lone questions Omar Abdullah

"Our J-K Chief Minister is not making efforts as he should. I am surprised that he is not taking any steps in this regard. Being the Chief Minister of the state, he can call the Chief Minister of another state to raise this issue, but he is not doing that," Lone told ANI.

2026-01-01T23:43:23.342027+00:00 IST

8 claims and objections from political parties during 'SIR': CEO

In its daily bulletin, the CEO's office detailed that the period for claims and objections from political parties was from December 17 to December 31, 2025.

2026-01-01T22:38:43.788548+00:00 IST

2026 to be year of results, good governance: Uttarakhand CMO

The 2026 roadmap, guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, is centred on good governance, inclusive development, economic self-reliance, strengthening agriculture and horticulture, and maintaining environmental balance.

2026-01-01T22:15:49.553683+00:00 IST

"He kept vomiting": Brother of deceased labourer narrates ordeal

Speaking to ANI, Likhar recalled the final moments before his sibling, Arvind Likhar, lost his life, allegedly after consuming the polluted water, saying that the latter lost his life on the way to the hospital.

2026-01-01T22:01:18.928974+00:00 IST

Congress filed affidavit that "Lord Ram was imaginary": Shekhawat

"Anyone is free to compare anyone with anyone in this democratic India. The country's people see and understand these issues. The Congress party almost has no identity now. These are the people who filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court that Lord Ram was an imaginary personality," Shekhawat told reporters.

2026-01-01T21:08:01.876322+00:00 IST

Passengers of Kannur unit BTC celebrate New Year in bus

The event was led by District Transport Officer V Manoj Kumar, Depot Engineer Aneesh, Budget Tourism District Coordinator Tanseer K R, Unit coordinator Rajeesh K Jayaprakash Master, Janish, and Sadanandan Master.

2026-01-01T19:24:04.112704+00:00 IST

Tripura CM urges students to combine knowledge, technology

He stated that one should pursue real education and choose a path of morality for a bright future.

2026-01-01T19:07:29.873457+00:00 IST

DPA Kandla goes fully live with EBS, achieves key milestones

The implementation of EBS at DPA Kandla is expected to significantly reduce the cost of doing business, improve supply chain visibility, and enhance ease of doing business for port users and stakeholders.

2026-01-01T17:55:33.892110+00:00 IST

"How will you repay this country's debt?", Devkinandan Thakur sla

Spiritual leader Devkinandan Thakur slammed Shah Rukh Khan for including a Bangladesh player in his co-owned KKR team for the IPL. He sent sharp remarks against the Bollywood actor and the management of the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

2026-01-01T17:41:21.752195+00:00 IST

Delhi Mayor appeals to citizens to avail benefits of 'SUNIYO'

"We appeal to all property owners/occupiers to make full use of this golden opportunity under the SUNIYO scheme and settle their outstanding property tax dues without incurring any further penalties or interest," the Mayor said.

2026-01-01T17:39:18.695796+00:00 IST

Harish Rawat raises alarm on water quality in rest of MP

Congress leader Harish Rawat on Thursday raised concern about the water quality across cities in Madhya Pradesh after the death of at least four people, while 149 fell ill due to the water contamination in Indore's Bhagirathpura area, which is known to be the cleanest city in the country.

2026-01-01T17:38:26.830165+00:00 IST

"We should ban those players": Pyare Khan to Shah Rukh Khan

Maharashtra State Minority Commission Chairman Pyare Khan has proposed a ban on Bangladesh cricketers after Devkinandan Thakur's remarks about Shah Rukh Khan's co-owned team, KKR, including a Bangladesh player.

2026-01-01T17:34:42.935445+00:00 IST

"Micro-checking is underway across the entire colony...": Kailash

Madhya Pradesh Urban Development and Housing Minister Kailash Vijayvargiya on Thursday stressed that micro-checking in the entire colony is in progress and will be completed in 8-10 days, following the death of several people after allegedly consuming contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura area.

2026-01-01T17:29:37.978677+00:00 IST

J-K: Sunderbani undergoes organic agricultural transformation

Ajay Gupta, President of the Fruit and Vegetable Association, Sunderbani, said, "For the past 30-35 years, high-quality vegetables have been harvested. The farmers use high-quality seeds. Recently, the number of people engaged in this process has also increased. We received proper support from the government, which helps this growth further."

2026-01-01T17:12:02.612974+00:00 IST

J-K: Fire breaks out in Kishtwar, 4-5 houses gutted

Firefighting efforts are underway to control the blaze. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far.

2026-01-01T17:09:30.117605+00:00 IST

Fire breaks out in firecracker shop in Pune's Pimpri Chinchwad

A fire broke out in a firecracker shop in Pimpri Chinchwad in Pune district on Thursday.

2026-01-01T17:02:48.506266+00:00 IST

Blast near Nalagarh police station in Himachal

A loud explosion was reported near Nalagarh police station in Himachal Pradesh's Solan district on Thursday. Officials confirmed that no injuries or loss of life were reported in the incident.

2026-01-01T16:56:28.601538+00:00 IST