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ED freezes Rs 192 crores assets possessed by ZO Games

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has frozen worth around Rs 192 crores in the form of bank balances, Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs), and mutual funds possessed by ZO Games Pvt Ltd, a fully owned Indian subsidiary of Winzo Pvt Ltd, during a search operation in connection with a money laundering probe.

2026-01-01T14:43:31.213023+00:00 IST

CM Sukhu explains plan to tackle 'chitta' circulation

Speaking to ANI, CM Sukhu said that the first step was to raise awareness, followed by strict action and providing professional treatment in case an addict is found, only to bring them back into the mainstream.

2026-01-01T14:35:31.080822+00:00 IST

Directorate of Education lodges complaint with Delhi Police

The Directorate of Education, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, has taken serious cognisance of the circulation of false, misleading and malicious information on social and digital media platforms alleging that teachers of Government schools in Delhi were directed to count stray dogs.

2026-01-01T14:10:41.113785+00:00 IST

CM Sukhu offers prayers at Tara Devi Temple on New Year

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on Thursday visited the Tara Devi Temple in Shimla on the first day of the New Year, where he offered prayers and sought blessings from the Goddess Tara Mata for his New Year resolutions and commitments.

2026-01-01T14:04:41.119715+00:00 IST

J-K Police summon cricketer over Palestine flag on helmet

Jammu and Kashmir Police on Thursday said that a cricket player and the organiser of a private tournament have been called for questioning in connection with the use of a Palestine flag during a match held in Jammu.

2026-01-01T13:39:22.619369+00:00 IST

Defence Minister to unveil portraits of Vajpayee and Malaviya

In this regard, a high-level meeting was convened by Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta with senior officers from various departments, including Delhi Police, an official release stated.

2026-01-01T13:38:31.969053+00:00 IST

CM Dhami outlines Uttarakhand’s 2026 vision

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday extended New Year greetings at the Chief Minister's residence by ministers, MLAs, public representatives, senior officers and personnel from the administration and police department, as well as people from various regions of the state, the release said.

2026-01-01T13:31:12.229621+00:00 IST

Anand Dubey on Indore water contamination case

Shiv Sena (UBT) spokesperson Anand Dubey on Thursday called the Indore water contamination a "very unfortunate" incident after at least four people died after allegedly consuming contaminated water in Indore's Bhagirathpura area.

2026-01-01T13:13:36.293576+00:00 IST

ED continues raid in Inderjit Singh money-laundering case

The search operation is being carried out against the accused under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.

2026-01-01T13:08:31.983651+00:00 IST

Indian Army strengthens military–civil bond during New Year

The Indian Army, through Spear Corps, marked the New Year by engaging with the local populace at Bene Village, West Siang, reaffirming its enduring commitment to strengthening the Military-Civil bond in forward and border areas, the Indian Army said in a press release.

2026-01-01T13:04:55.935276+00:00 IST

MP HC seeks report from govt over Indore contaminated water issue

The Indore Bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court has sought a report from the State Government about the number of people infected and dead due to the contaminated water incident in Indore's Bhagirathpura area.

2026-01-01T12:51:50.251947+00:00 IST

Gujarat: CM lays foundation for several development projects

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on the occasion of the New Year, laid the foundation of development works worth Rs 497 crore, including road infrastructure, railways, and overbridges, in the Viramgam Assembly constituency.

2026-01-01T12:43:13.973283+00:00 IST

Two terror associates held in JK

In a major operational success, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Ganderbal district arrested two terror associates and recovered arms, ammunition and cash amounting to Rs 8.40 lakh during a late-evening operation.

2026-01-01T12:41:21.867714+00:00 IST

Thousands of devotees begin New Year with prayers at Thiruparanku

The ancient hill temple, one of the six primary abodes of Lord Murugan, was bustling with spiritual energy from the pre-dawn hours.

2026-01-01T12:31:41.743783+00:00 IST

Telangana: KTR demands stricter laws against racism in country

Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao, on Thursday, condemned Tripura student Anjel Chakma's brutal killing in Dehradun, and urged for "tough laws against racism and tougher implementation."

2026-01-01T12:25:37.657617+00:00 IST

Tourists rejoice as Dalhousie receives first snowfall of the year

On the very first day of the new year, Dalhousie, the famous tourist town of Chamba district, came alive after its first snowfall.

2026-01-01T12:24:41.078871+00:00 IST

Gujarat: CM Bhupendra Patel visits Khambhalay Mataji Temple

MLA Hardik Patel, along with temple trustees, local leaders, and devotees, was also present during the Chief Minister's visit.

2026-01-01T12:24:16.138310+00:00 IST

Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor takes over as Vice Chief of Air Staff

The Air Marshal graduated from the National Defence Academy in December 1985 and was commissioned in the Indian Air Force in the fighter stream of the Flying Branch on December 6, 1986. He is an experienced fighter pilot, a Qualified Flying Instructor and a Fighter Combat Leader.

2026-01-01T11:48:59.286311+00:00 IST

High-level meeting held over contaminated water issue in Indore

Following the directions of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, a high-level meeting was held over Indore's contaminated water issue here on Thursday to review the situation and coordinate relief measures after at least four people died.

2026-01-01T11:42:58.773170+00:00 IST

First snowfall of the year in Manali's Rohtang cheers tourists

Tourists thronged Manali's Rohtang and nearby Sissu as the region witnessed its first snowfall of the year. It has turned out to be the ideal beginning of the holiday celebrations in Manali, making it the prime tourist destination in the winter season.

2026-01-01T11:41:54.351353+00:00 IST