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Ooty: Temperature drops to -1°C in Talakunda, tourist ban imposed

Due to heavy ice falling in Ooty, the temperature has dropped to -1 degree Celsius in the Talakunda area. The Forest Department has issued a ban on tourists visiting the plains near the Kamaraj Sagar Dam, citing safety reasons.

2025-12-24T07:19:51.950961+00:00 IST

Former engineer surrenders after killing his estranged wife

A 40-year-old former software engineer allegedly shot and killed his wife, a bank manager, near Magadi Road on Tuesday evening after receiving a divorce notice. The accused, who had been trailing his estranged wife for months, surrendered at the local police station immediately after the crime.

2025-12-24T07:14:38.743889+00:00 IST

"I develop infections in Delhi": Nitin Gadkari

Expressing concern over Delhi's severe pollution, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari acknowledged that the transport sector contributes nearly 40 per cent to emissions.

2025-12-24T07:06:37.511664+00:00 IST

Delhi: Court grants 3 days custody of accused in a case involving

Delhi's Tis Hazari Court has granted 3 days' Police custody of Ritik Bajaj, who is an accused in a major drug haul case. He was repatriated from Dubai on Tuesday.

2025-12-24T07:04:31.523686+00:00 IST

Christmas Eve buzz lights up Jaisalmer

Riding high on the strong demand, hospitality establishments across the Golden City have gone all out with grand decorations, special menus, and entertainment programmes to mark the celebrations.

2025-12-24T06:57:27.013032+00:00 IST

“Gives us confidence for Gaganyaan mission”: VSSC Director

Director of the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), A Rajarajan, on Wednesday said that the successful launch of the BlueBird Block-2 satellite boosts confidence for India's Gaganyaan mission.

2025-12-24T06:55:08.958629+00:00 IST

Delhi HC Brings Sunjay Kapur Estate Proceedings to Close

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday brought hearings to a close in the contentious civil suit over the personal estate of late industrialist Sunjay Kapur, reserving orders on the interim injunction plea filed by his children from an earlier marriage with actor Karisma Kapoor, after recording that all parties had completed their written submissions as directed earlier.

2025-12-24T06:36:36.972332+00:00 IST

"Same rocket earmarked for Gaganyaan programme": ISRO Chairman

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the United States' AST SpaceMobile this morning

2025-12-24T06:33:05.607227+00:00 IST

MK Stalin hails Periyar’s legacy

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday paid tribute to social reformer Periyar E V Ramasamy, describing him as a towering figure who instilled self-respect, rational thought and equality among the people.

2025-12-24T06:06:03.483250+00:00 IST

Heavy woollens out as the temperature plummets in Srinagar

The biting cold wave continues to tighten its grip on Srinagar, forcing locals to reach for their heaviest woollens to brave the falling temperatures. As temperatures remain low, the city has become a chilly landscape, with residents taking every precaution to shield themselves from the freezing winds. AVALANCHE with LOW DANGER LEVEL is likely to occur above 2800 METERS over DODA, GANDERBAL, KISHTWAR, POONCH AND RAMBAN during the NEXT 24 HOURS. Avoid avalanche-prone areas and follow official advisories. Dial 112 for EMERGENCY. JKUTDMA

2025-12-24T06:02:52.566392+00:00 IST

"Proud Moment": Leaders hail ISRO's BlueBird Block-2 mission succ

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasised that this reflects the Government of India's unwavering commitment to strengthening the space sector.

2025-12-24T05:47:34.298548+00:00 IST

Jitendra Singh lauds ISRO's LVM3-M6 launch

"Kudos Team #ISRO for the successful launch of LVM3-M6 carrying BlueBird Block-2," Singh said. "With the visionary patronage of PM Sh @narendramodi, @isro continues to achieve one success after another, reiterating India's growing prowess in Space technology," he added.

2025-12-24T05:43:57.216540+00:00 IST

Sabarimala Temple shines during the grand Karpoorazhi festival

A grand and colourful spiritual parade lit up the Sabarimala temple on Tuesday evening, as devotees gathered to witness the traditional Karpoorazhi festival. The event, held during the pilgrimage season, showcased the shrine's rich cultural heritage through music and lighting. Sabarimala witnessed a vibrant Karpoorazhi procession organised by the Travancore Devaswom Board, offering a unique spiritual experience to pilgrims. The procession, accompanied by fire torches, thakil, nadaswaram, karpoorazhi, muthukuda, chenda melam, kavadi teams, shinkari melam and tableau displays, began from the Kodimaram after deeparadhana on Tuesday evening. Passing through the Sopanam and Malikappuram, the procession reached the Nadappanthal with the active participation of Devaswom Board employees.

2025-12-24T05:25:48.934444+00:00 IST

“Improves our confidence for Gaganyaan mission”: ISRO Chairman

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the United States' AST SpaceMobile on Wednesday morning.

2025-12-24T05:22:54.496229+00:00 IST

Arunachal Pradesh Governor chairs high-level security review meet

This was a follow-up to the Security Review Meeting, held at Namsai on July 26, 2025. The Governor emphasised that the safety and security of the people must always remain the State Government's foremost priority, and that every effort should be made to eliminate fear and instil confidence among citizens.

2025-12-24T05:19:02.410989+00:00 IST

Akhlaq lynching:Supriya Shrinate hails decision to continue trial

Congress leader Supriya Shrinate said that the 2015 lynching of Akhlaq by a mob was compounded by the Uttar Pradesh government's attempt to withdraw the case.

2025-12-24T05:18:18.664748+00:00 IST

Kharge hails ISRO's BlueBird Block-2 mission success

He said India's present-day success rests on the "visionary foundations laid by our pioneers", who built the country's space programme as an instrument of nation-building and social development.

2025-12-24T05:12:44.669946+00:00 IST

Delhi HC pulls up ED over NBWs during probe, sets aside warrants

The Delhi High Court has held that the Enforcement Directorate (ED) cannot seek non-bailable warrants (NBWs) during investigation unless the strict conditions laid down in law are fully met, setting aside the warrants issued against UK-based businessman Sachin Dev Duggal.

2025-12-24T05:02:36.312480+00:00 IST

"Proud milestone in India’s space journey": PM Modi on BlueBird

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the BlueBird Block-2 communication satellite of the United States' AST SpaceMobile on this morning.

2025-12-24T04:52:27.100792+00:00 IST

UP: Dozens of monkey deaths reported in Sambhal, DM forms team

Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Shailendra Singh, along with veterinary doctor Ajay Kumar and a team from the forest department, visited the village to investigate the deaths. They also held a meeting with the villagers, urging them to report any monkey carcasses immediately.

2025-12-24T04:44:56.483799+00:00 IST

CBI files new corruption case against former Enforcement Director

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in Chandigarh has filed a new corruption case against a former Enforcement Directorate (ED) official. Vishal Deep, an Assistant Director, and his brother, Vikas Deep, are accused of accumulating wealth that far exceeds their legal earnings. The case follows a formal complaint filed on December 22, 2025, by Arun Ahlawat, an Inspector with the CBI/ACB Chandigarh. The investigation highlights a significant gap between the officials legal income and their actual wealth, linking the brothers to assets found to be illegal during earlier investigations into bribery and cash traps.

2025-12-24T04:42:33.473511+00:00 IST