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Congress's Adhir Ranjan accuses Modi, Mamata of misleading people

"Before every election, Mamta Banerjee and Prime Minister Modi play a game. They both play a game against each other to mislead the common people, sometimes using NRC, sometimes SIR, and sometimes referring to the current situation," Chowdhury said on Saturday.

2025-12-21T03:37:34.492006+00:00 IST

Lalu Prasad Yadav undergoes successful eye surgery

Senior political leader and former Bihar Chief Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav successfully underwent cataract and retinal surgery at Centre for Sight in New Delhi. The procedure was conducted smoothly, and his condition is stated to be stable. He is comfortable and recovering well following the surgery.

2025-12-21T03:28:37.113861+00:00 IST

Dense fog blankets Birbhum as winter chill grips West Bengal

A layer of dense fog enveloped West Bengal's Birbhum district on Sunday morning, reducing visibility and disrupting normal movement in several areas.

2025-12-21T03:21:07.406181+00:00 IST

West Bengal Governor kicked off World Athletics Gold Label Race

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose was present at the World Athletics Gold Label Race to signal the beginning of the race. This is a prestigious event for road racers with stringent regulations and prizes. Double Olympic Champion Joshua Cheptegei finished the race in first place.

2025-12-21T03:20:20.261486+00:00 IST

Pakistan's truth is being exposed: Anil Vij

Praising the film, the Haryana cabinet minister said that Dhurandhar is one of those films that attempts to reveal a hidden truth and claimed that it showcases the reality of Pakistan.

2025-12-21T03:10:19.587286+00:00 IST

Assam: PM Modi to interact with 25 meritorious students

The interaction will be held on a cruise on the Brahmaputra River, marking a unique setting for the Prime Minister's engagement with students ahead of examinations.

2025-12-21T03:09:32.765556+00:00 IST

UP: Thick fog blankets Agra, Ayodhya as winter chill intensifies

Similar conditions were witnessed in Ayodhya, where a dense layer of fog covered the city during the early morning hours. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the minimum temperature in Ayodhya was recorded at 8 degrees Celsius, while the maximum temperature is likely to hover around 16 degrees Celsius.

2025-12-21T03:03:49.425346+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin extends Christmas greetings

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin extended Christmas greetings to people across the state, saying that the festival instils hope and leads society towards peace and happiness, while asserting that the spirit of brotherhood and rational thinking has always been the defining identity of Tamil Nadu.

2025-12-21T02:38:00.714216+00:00 IST

'Severe' air grips Delhi as AQI rises to 438

The national capital woke up to a thick blanket of toxic smog on Sunday morning, sharply reducing visibility and causing discomfort to residents across the city. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 390 around 7 am, placing it in the 'very poor' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). However, several areas witnessed air quality deteriorating further to 'severe' levels.

2025-12-21T02:28:54.856788+00:00 IST

Punjab Police raids 494 drug hotspots in statewide operations

In a pursuit to eradicate the drug menace from the state, Punjab Police on Saturday conducted a statewide Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at identified drug Hotspots (the points of sale of drugs and psychotropic substances) across the state as part of the Yudh Nashian Virudh, marking the 294th day of the intensified anti-drug campaign.

2025-12-21T01:19:20.482610+00:00 IST

Army deserter caught with 907 gm heroin, hand grenade

Punjab Police have arrested Rajbir Singh, an alleged Army deserter, and his associate Chirag in a breakthrough against the narco-terror nexus.

2025-12-21T01:04:41.407440+00:00 IST

Sanitation workers' dignity: Women transported in a garbage truck

In a shocking incident, female contract sanitation workers from Soranjeri Panchayat in Tiruvallur district were transported to a government-organised medical camp in a garbage-collecting tractor vehicle.

2025-12-21T00:31:38.154080+00:00 IST

"Gateway to Southeast Asia: Civil Aviation Minister

This development positions Guwahati as a key gateway to Southeast Asia, enhancing connectivity and economic opportunities. The terminal's design and capacity reflect India's focus on sustainable growth and regional development.

2025-12-21T00:05:54.266347+00:00 IST

Nora Fatehi's car hit by drunk driver, actress safe

According to Mumbai Police, a drunk driver rammed his car into her vehicle, but she sustained no injuries. She was taken to a nearby hospital for first aid, and her condition is stable. Despite the incident, she chose to perform at the festival.

2025-12-20T23:28:00.965886+00:00 IST

IndiGo issues travel advisory, fog likely to disrupt flights

IndiGo issued a travel advisory on Saturday, warning passengers of possible flight disruptions due to early-morning fog expected across Delhi and several parts of northern India on Sunday.

2025-12-20T22:19:57.635414+00:00 IST

CBI arrests army officer, middleman in defence bribery case

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday arrested Lt Col Deepak Kumar Sharma, a Deputy Planning Officer in the Department of Defence Productions, Ministry of Defence, and Vinod Kumar, a private individual, in an alleged bribery and criminal conspiracy case involving defence-related clearances and favours.

2025-12-20T21:16:04.393436+00:00 IST

Additional CP Traffic Dinesh Gupta on implementation of GRAP-IV

Delhi's traffic police have implemented large-scale arrangements at the city's borders to enforce GRAP-IV rules, collecting 2,686 fines so far.

2025-12-20T21:00:38.879285+00:00 IST

CM Reddy announces new act to "stamp out" religious hatred

The existing laws would also be amended to ensure stringent punishment for the offenders who abuse other religions, the Chief Minister declared, according to an official press release.

2025-12-20T20:59:41.330021+00:00 IST

Haji Mastan’s daughter seeks help from PM Modi, Amit Shah

She claimed that her maternal uncle's son, whom she was forcefully married to in 1996, raped her, abused her, and stole her identity to claim her property. She has also alleged that the person was also married 8 eight times before her.

2025-12-20T20:18:09.058173+00:00 IST

"Boost local economy, encourage tourism": PM Modi on Guwahati's Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi Internat

His X post stated, "It's a special day for Guwahati as the Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport gets a new terminal building. This new terminal will boost the local economy and encourage tourism. The emphasis on technological innovations, as well as the connection with nature and sustainability, is also deeply appreciable."

2025-12-20T19:18:44.142667+00:00 IST

Delhi Court discharges 2 men accused of anti-India conspiracy

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Saturday discharged two men accused in a case of alleged conspiracy to revive the activity of the banned terrorist organisation, Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI) and Indian Mujahideen (IM) in India.

2025-12-20T18:54:10.476826+00:00 IST