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President Droupadi Murmu to grace SOAR programme

President Droupadi Murmu will grace a special programme under SOAR - Skilling for AI Readiness, an initiative of the Skill India Mission, on Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre (RBCC), New Delhi.

2025-12-30T23:15:43.225430+00:00 IST

CM Soren distributes appointment letters to 1,900 JSSC CGL candid

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren on Tuesday handed over appointment letters to more than 1,900 candidates who qualified the Combined Graduate Level (CGL) examination conducted by the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC), saying that the government is giving this present on the occasion of the New Year.

2025-12-30T22:58:56.587178+00:00 IST

Delhi Police intensifies security for New Year celebrations

Delhi Police has intensified security arrangements across the national capital, deploying nearly 3,000 personnel to ensure public safety and maintain law and order for the New Year celebrations.

2025-12-30T22:29:26.826351+00:00 IST

Jal Seva Aankalan launched

In a significant step towards strengthening service delivery and community ownership under the Jal Jeevan Mission, the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS), Ministry of Jal Shakti, today e-launched Jal Seva Aankalan, a Gram Panchayat-led digital drinking water service functionality assessment tool on the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) portal.

2025-12-30T21:44:59.729192+00:00 IST

NCC Republic Day Camp 2026 commences with Sarv Dharm Pooja

The National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp (RDC) 2026 commenced on December 30, 2025, at the Cariappa Parade Ground, Delhi Cantt, with the "Sarv Dharm Pooja".

2025-12-30T21:10:04.957065+00:00 IST

Man linked to JMB offshoot ‘Imam Mahmude Kafila’ arrested

In a coordinated intelligence-led operation, Tripura Police, Assam Police, and central intelligence agencies arrested a 33-year-old man linked to a banned extremist network in Tripura, officials said on Tuesday.

2025-12-30T21:09:01.882008+00:00 IST

Chhattisgarh turns Rs 7.83 lakh cr investments pledges into jobs

Chhattisgarh has transformed investment commitments into tangible progress at breakneck speed, with 219 projects worth Rs 7.83 lakh crore across 18 sectors now advancing rapidly since November 2024. Spanning 26 of the state's 33 districts, these initiatives are poised to generate over 1.5 lakh jobs-marking one of the strongest investment phases in recent years and underscoring a shift from pledge-heavy summits to execution-focused governance.

2025-12-30T19:33:55.716497+00:00 IST

WB: Siliguri Hotel owners extend boycott of B'deshi nationals

Following the recent anti-India campaigns, the owners decided not to allow Bangladeshi nationals. Posters reflecting the ban have been put up in hotels across the city.

2025-12-30T19:33:18.360108+00:00 IST

Air India Express receives first custom designed Boeing aeroplane

Air India Express welcomed its 51st B737-8, which is its first line-fit aircraft, at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport. Configured and designed to Air India Express specifications by Boeing, the aircraft features a cabin designed to enhance comfort, space and convenience.

2025-12-30T19:03:52.124737+00:00 IST

Chandigarh: Traffic Police issues advisory for New Year's Eve

According to an official advisory, several busy market roads and public areas will be declared 'Restricted Vehicle Zones' on December 31, 2025, from 9.30 pm to 2 am. The restricted stretches include the inner market roads of Sectors 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11; the road in front of Leisure Valley, Sector 10; inner roads of Sectors 17 and 22; the stretch from Aroma Light Point to Small Chowk near the Sector 22 dispensary; and areas around Elante Mall in Industrial Area Phase I.

2025-12-30T17:44:27.466004+00:00 IST

Assam BJP organises Yuva Booth Bahini Sanmilan in Barpeta ahead o

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, State BJP president Dilip Saikia, cabinet ministers Ranjeet Kumar Dass, and Chandra Mohan Patowary took part in the Yuva Booth Bahini Sanmilan, where nearly 5000 Yuva Booth Bahini workers participated.

2025-12-30T17:36:07.065628+00:00 IST

HP Cabinet clears major push for health, education, livelihoods;

HP CM Sukhu chaired the Cabinet Meeting and approved key decisions across key sectors, including healthcare, employment, and more. Industry Minister Harshvardhan Chauhan stated, These steps will have a long-term positive impact on Himachal Pradesh's economy and social fabric".

2025-12-30T17:34:04.544565+00:00 IST

Class IV student suicide: CBSE withdraws senior secondary affilia

Two months after the suicide of a Class IV student at school premises, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) withdrew the senior secondary affiliation of the school, citing "complete failure" of the counselling mechanism and redressal system to address student safety issues.

2025-12-30T17:23:13.743926+00:00 IST

VP says, Kashi-Tamil Sangamam symbolises cultural unity

RN Ravi, Governor of Tamil Nadu; Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Education; Dr. L. Murugan, Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting; R Dharmar, Member of Parliament; Nainar Nagendran, MLA, Tamil Nadu were among the eminent dignitaries present.

2025-12-30T17:10:40.526402+00:00 IST

Chhattisgarh: CRPF distributes radios in villages

Radio has emerged as a powerful weapon in the battle against Naxalism in Chhattisgarh. As part of this campaign, the 228th Battalion of the CRPF distributed radios in the village of Jidpalli and nearby towns. With radio distribution, villagers are receiving information on employment, exams, and recruitment into the army or police.

2025-12-30T17:09:37.334266+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu guv hails PM Modi's contribution for Tamil language

The Tamil Nadu governor was speaking at the conclusion ceremony of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam event.

2025-12-30T17:08:55.665735+00:00 IST

Indian Railways launches mega infrastructural projects

"Together, these landmark projects show Indian Railways' role in national development. They reflect large-scale investment and advanced engineering capabilities. Through these efforts, Indian Railways is improving connectivity, supporting economic growth, and strengthening national unity across regions," the release highlighted

2025-12-30T17:04:04.810408+00:00 IST

Ladakh: Chief Secretary Designate Ashish Kundra calls on LG Kavin

The Ladakh Lt Governor and the Chief Secretary designate exchanged views on key administrative priorities and discussed governance and development matters in the Union Territory of Ladakh.

2025-12-30T17:01:00.541733+00:00 IST

Sikkim: One dead, four injured in car accident in Saffo

A tourist vehicle bearing a Jharkhand registration number met with a serious accident at Sikkim's Saffo on Tuesday, resulting in one fatality and leaving four others critically injured, the police said.

2025-12-30T16:50:06.555741+00:00 IST

Anjel Chakma case: Candle march held across Delhi, Agartala

A large number of people participated in the march, urging the authorities to take strict action against those responsible for the incident. Protesters demanded the harshest punishment for the accused.

2025-12-30T16:35:42.774631+00:00 IST