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Facts misrepresented in Delhi Airport’s incident: Pilot's lawyer

The lawyer of Captain Virender Sejwal, who was involved in an altercation with a passenger at the Delhi airport, said on Sunday that the incident between the two passengers was resolved in the presence of CISF officials at the airport and both parties had "voluntarily signed a statement" confirming that they did not wish to pursue any legal action.

2025-12-22T01:15:59.596624+00:00 IST

Surrendered naxalites being trained in hospitality

Bastar IG P Sundarraj said that Maoist cadres who had previously taken the path of violence for one reason or another are now transforming and joining the mainstream of society.

2025-12-22T01:15:33.272204+00:00 IST

Odisha CM Majhi presents various projects worth Rs 545 crore

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended the fourth day of the National Level Tribal Festival Parva-2025 and launched 86 development projects worth Rs 545 crore for the Koraput district on the occasion, according to an official release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO).

2025-12-21T23:38:13.795289+00:00 IST

J-K: First-ever FCI foodgrain freight train reaches Anantnag

In a major milestone for rail-based logistics in the Kashmir Valley, the first-ever foodgrain freight train of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) reached the Anantnag Goods Terminal on Sunday, formally integrating the region with the national freight rail network.

2025-12-21T23:01:02.543232+00:00 IST

Telangana to set benchmark in electoral roll purification: CEC

Referring to Bihar, Kumar said the massive SIR exercise had been carried out flawlessly, enabling around 75 million voters to participate in the recent Assembly elections. He said the process recorded zero complaints, zero re-polling and zero recounting, and congratulated Bihar's BLOs for setting a high national standard.

2025-12-21T22:53:38.201033+00:00 IST

Himachal govt expands Mukhya Mantri Laghu Dukandar Kalyan Yojana

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday said that the state government has expanded the Mukhya Mantri Laghu Dukandar Kalyan Yojana to urban areas of Himachal Pradesh with the objective of providing financial relief and economic support to small shopkeepers.

2025-12-21T19:04:19.166306+00:00 IST

RSS “gradually taking control” over Indian Statistical Institute

In a post on X, Congress said, "Leader of the Opposition Shri Rahul Gandhi met with students from the Indian Statistical Institute in 'Jansansad' and discussed various issues."

2025-12-21T17:59:54.277581+00:00 IST

PM Modi lays foundation of Ammonia-Urea project, moment of joy:CM

Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Sarma termed the day as a moment of joy for the people of Assam and expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for his sincere support towards the development and progress of the State.

2025-12-21T17:58:58.502903+00:00 IST

Aravallis will be safeguarded for present and future: Govt

"Contrary to alarmist claims, there is no imminent threat to the Aravallis' ecology. Ongoing afforestation, eco-sensitive zone notifications, and strict monitoring of mining and urban activities ensure that the Aravallis continue to serve as a natural heritage and ecological shield for the nation. India's resolve is clear: the Aravallis will be safeguarded for present and future generations while balancing conservation with responsible development," the statement said.

2025-12-21T17:46:42.962912+00:00 IST

KCR accuses Centre, Telangana govt of “joint betrayal"

Addressing a press conference at Telangana Bhavan, KCR asserted that Telangana is not a backward region by nature but has been "deliberately pushed backward" through decades of injustice.

2025-12-21T17:44:23.615670+00:00 IST

"Thanks to voters of Maharashtra": Maha DyCM Ajit Pawar

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Sunday hailed the Mahayuti alliance's sweeping performance in the Maharashtra local body elections, thanking the voters of Maharashtra for placing their trust in the alliance.

2025-12-21T17:44:04.545606+00:00 IST

Congress protests against VB G RAM G Act across country

The Congress party on Sunday launched multiple protests against the overhaul of the national rural employment scheme, Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB--G RAM G) Act, 2025, across the country.

2025-12-21T17:43:26.392791+00:00 IST

Hameed Karra on Omar Abdullah's recent statement

Jammu and Kashmir Congress chief Tariq Hameed Karra, accompanied by party workers, led a protest against the Viksit Bharat G RAM-G Bill in Srinagar on Sunday.

2025-12-21T17:29:13.017666+00:00 IST

Assam: Pabitra Margherita inaugurates Sansad Khel Mahotsav

According to the press release, the inauguration in Majuli reflects a significant step toward realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji's vision of fostering sports, promoting fitness, and encouraging broader youth participation across the country.

2025-12-21T17:28:10.458864+00:00 IST

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urges Centre to act on Bangladesh

The Indian government will have to take cognisance of this. .. They (Hindus) are a minority there, and the situation is quite difficult. ... for maximum protection, the Hindus there will have to stay united. And Hindus all over the world must help them. We must help them as much as we can, within our limits. We have to do everything we can, and we are doing it. The only country for Hindus is India," the RSS Chief said.

2025-12-21T17:21:00.767244+00:00 IST

Fire breaks out at hotel's kitchen in Colaba, 2 injured

A fire broke out in the kitchen of a hotel in south Mumbai's Colaba area on Sunday evening, injuring two and prompting a swift response from emergency services. According to information shared by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the incident was reported at around 4:36 PM today.

2025-12-21T17:19:10.418191+00:00 IST

Earthquake of magnitude 2.9 strikes Manipur's Churachandpur

An earthquake of magnitude 2.9 struck Manipur's Churachandpur on Sunday, as per the National Center for Seismology.

2025-12-21T17:12:02.346038+00:00 IST

Himachal CM launches Pulse Polio Campaign

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today launched the state-level Intensified Pulse Polio Campaign at Kamla Nehru Hospital, Shimla, on the occasion of National Immunisation Day.

2025-12-21T17:10:21.658634+00:00 IST

VP participates in birth centenary celebrations of Atal Bihari Va

The Vice-President of India C P Radhakrishnan on Sunday participated in the birth centenary celebrations of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The event was organised by the Atal Foundation, the vice president's secretariat said in a press release.

2025-12-21T16:57:27.888181+00:00 IST

Tourist footfall rises in Manali, other parts of HP

Manali is witnessing a surge in tourist footfall ahead of Christmas and New Year. Along with that, to escape the pollution, they are flocking to popular tourist destinations in Himachal Pradesh.

2025-12-21T16:56:30.670097+00:00 IST

Meditation central to inner peace and nation-building: VP

Addressing the World Meditation Day celebrations at Kanha Shanti Vanam in Telangana, the Vice-President described meditation as a universal practice that transcends cultural, religious and geographical boundaries. He said meditation offers mental clarity, emotional stability and inner transformation, making it increasingly relevant in today's fast-paced and stressful world.

2025-12-21T16:48:14.304101+00:00 IST