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Illegal immigrants have created "mini-Bangladesh" in Karnataka: BJP leader CN Ashwath Narayan

He said this after the Karnataka BJP delegation visited the Kogilu Fakir Colony, where houses were recently demolished during an anti-encroachment drive.

2025-12-31T15:07:18.154612+00:00 IST

Delhi records 79 ‘Good’ AQI days in 2025, says CAQM

Continued, concerted and persistent efforts of all the stakeholders around the year in 2025 have further helped to improve the general air quality in Delhi as is evident from a record 79 days during 2025 with the AQI of 100 or below, i.e. in 'Good' and 'Satisfactory' categories, which is lower than only the Covid year 2020. The year 2025 recorded the second-lowest number of "Severe to Severe+" AQI days, i.e. 8 such days, since 2018.

2025-12-31T15:05:45.245422+00:00 IST

Air Marshal Nagesh Kapoor to take over as new IAF Vice Chief

He was awarded the Sarvottam Yudha Sewa Medal for his role in Operation Sindoor earlier this year. He commanded the SWAC at the time when the Indian Air Force launched multiple attacks on Pakistani air bases in the operations between May 6-10, causing heavy damage to them.

2025-12-31T15:05:25.480620+00:00 IST

Gaurav Gogoi demands justice for Angel Chakma's family

Assam Congress President and MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday extended support to the students protesting peacefully in the capital city after the death of 24-year-old Angel Chakma, who was brutally attacked by a group of miscreants with knives and other blunt objects in Dehradun.

2025-12-31T15:03:59.197412+00:00 IST

Raghav Chadha offers to support to gig workers

Chadha said the protest highlights how gig workers are overworked, underpaid, and denied dignity, social security, and basic labour protections. Appealing to companies such as Zepto, Blinkit, Zomato, and Swiggy, he said gig workers are the backbone of their multi-million-dollar enterprises and must be treated fairly and with respect.

2025-12-31T14:31:11.022937+00:00 IST

Large quantity of arms dumped by Naxals recovered in Sukma

The recovery of the Naxal dump from the forest and hilly areas of Gondpalli village was the result of a joint operation by the 159th battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and the Sukma District Police. The operation was carried out on the morning of December 30.

2025-12-31T14:30:21.664684+00:00 IST

"VB-G RAM G is in interest of labourers...": Giriraj Singh

Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Wednesday stressed that the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act, 2025 (VB-G RAM G) bill is towards the interest of the labourers, stating that previously it used to provide employment for 100 days, which has increased to 125 days now.

2025-12-31T14:23:02.929122+00:00 IST

ECI directs WB government to release enhanced honorarium of BLOs

ECI said that the TMC delegation has been told that polling stations will be set up in n high-rise buildings, gated communities, and slums to facilitate voting during the assembly elections.

2025-12-31T14:09:33.836042+00:00 IST

Karnataka: LoP R Ashoka alleges Congress creating "Bangla Hub"

BJP MLA and Karnataka Assembly LoP R Ashoka on Wednesday alleged that the Congress government has been creating a Bangla Hub in Karnataka, while visiting the Kogli Fakir Colony, where houses were recently demolished during an anti-encroachment drive.

2025-12-31T14:09:08.005912+00:00 IST

Shimla Bar Association aids relief fund

A delegation of the Shimla Bar Association, led by President Bunesh Pal and Secretary Puneet Dhanta, met the Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, here on Wednesday. On the occasion, the Shimla Bar Association contributed a cheque of Rs.1,11,111 to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund, the release said.

2025-12-31T14:04:44.051849+00:00 IST

Couple killed in witch-hunting case

In a shocking incident, a couple was allegedly killed by a group of villagers over suspicions of witchcraft in Assam's Karbi Anglong district, police said on Wednesday.

2025-12-31T13:56:05.140459+00:00 IST

Meghwal affirms NDA's victory in Tamil Nadu elections

Many questions are being raised against the government and the Election Commission of India (ECI), with ruling parties in states alleging that the central government is misusing the polling body.

2025-12-31T13:42:47.860239+00:00 IST

Election campaign for Pune Municipal Corporation in full swing

Shiv Sena has officially kicked off its election campaigning for the Pune Municipal Corporation, with the party filing nomination forms for 110 candidates in the city. Scrutiny of the nomination papers is currently underway, and by the end of today (Wednesday), the final number of Shiv Sena candidates in the fray will be clear. The window for withdrawal of nominations remains open till January 3.

2025-12-31T13:37:05.174233+00:00 IST

President Murmu extends New Year greetings

President Droupadi Murmu sends greetings to all fellow citizens on the eve of New Year 2026, the release said on Wednesday.

2025-12-31T13:28:26.600079+00:00 IST

SWAGAT 2.0 implemented to ensure grievance resolution

To bridge the gap between citizens and the government by making maximum use of the potential of technology, the then Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi launched the SWAGAT (State Wide Attention on Grievances by Application of Technology) programme on April 24, 2003.

2025-12-31T13:19:36.644548+00:00 IST

YSRCP warns Andhra govt for shifting blame on secretariat staff

The YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) has warned the coalition government not to shift blame to village secretariat staff without giving them basic amenities.

2025-12-31T13:14:44.092801+00:00 IST

"Good number of judicial appointments made in 2025": Meghwal

Meghwal, who is also Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs, said that bills related to reforms from various ministries were introduced in Parliament, and efforts were made to pass them through floor management.

2025-12-31T13:12:21.175374+00:00 IST

Abhishek Banerjee questions ECI over SIR

Abhishek Banerjee led a ten-member Trinamool Congress that met the Chief Election Commissioner of India in the national capital.

2025-12-31T13:09:25.839988+00:00 IST

RPI(A) submit list of demands to Maharashtra CM

Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Wednesday stated that the Republican Party of India (Athawale) (RPI(A)) delegation presented a list of demands to the Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, seeking at least 5-6 of the total 17 seats mentioned in the list.

2025-12-31T13:07:11.205602+00:00 IST

Uttarakhand: CM Dhami extends New Year greetings

In his message, the Chief Minister said that achievements have marked Uttarakhand's development journey to date. The state's development journey presents an inspiring saga of struggle, dedication and progress. According to him, the concept of the overall and balanced development of Uttarakhand has been central to the state movement. "To give shape to this sentiment, a remarkable initiative has been taken to write a new saga of development with transparency, public participation and a new work culture.", he said.

2025-12-31T13:06:11.899710+00:00 IST

Rajasthan Deputy CM Bairwa ensures security on eve of New Year

Speaking to ANI, Rajasthan Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa said checkpoints have been established, vehicles will be inspected, and action will be taken against those found driving under the influence of alcohol.

2025-12-31T13:02:15.221871+00:00 IST