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Congress Manickam Tagore responds to Rijiju's remarks

Congress leader Manickam Tagore on Saturday took a dig at Union Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju over his remarks on the Lok Sabha not taking up discussion on air pollution in Delhi-NCR and alleged that the government was not sincere and had no intention to take up the debate even though it was listed in the official agenda.

2025-12-20T18:37:31.453268+00:00 IST

Tamil Nadu CM inaugurates Saral Thakkar Convention Centre

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Saturday inaugurated the Saral Thakkar Convention Centre by the Church of South India (CSI) Tirunelveli Diocese in Tirunelveli.

2025-12-20T18:19:36.686118+00:00 IST

Gyanesh Kumar offers prayers at Bhagyalakshmi Temple

Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday offered prayers at the Bhagyalakshmi Temple in Hyderabad.

2025-12-20T18:08:57.410750+00:00 IST

612 non-compliant Industries face closure action: Manjinder Sirsa

Under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, the Government of Delhi has intensified its on-ground enforcement drive to curb air pollution under GRAP Stage IV, targeting all major pollution sources through coordinated multi-departmental action, a press release stated

2025-12-20T17:40:08.095435+00:00 IST

Haryana’s land registration system is now completely online: CM

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has said that the land registration process in all tehsils across the state has been made completely online, significantly reducing the scope for corruption. Buyers can now apply for registration online from their homes.

2025-12-20T17:39:48.218690+00:00 IST

Eligible landless beneficiaries to receive plots: Haryana CM

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has said that the state government will soon allot 100-square-yard residential plots to landless and needy families.

2025-12-20T17:30:59.378577+00:00 IST

Court while framing charges against accused Rajesh Khimji

This case is linked with the alleged attack on CM Rekha Gupta during a Jan Sunvai at her camp office at Civil Lines in August 2025.

2025-12-20T17:26:41.436127+00:00 IST

MCD cracks down on construction sites for violating restrictions

Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) has intensified its efforts in tackling air pollution across Delhi with strict enforcement of directions of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) and as per the orders of the National Green Tribunal (NGT).

2025-12-20T17:26:07.793215+00:00 IST

'North East Region emerging as gateway to India's development'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the New Terminal Building of Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati on Saturday and said that Assam and the entire Northeast are emerging as a new gateway to India's development.

2025-12-20T17:10:26.901410+00:00 IST

POCSO Court convicts five in Bulandshahr gang rape case

The CBI had registered the case pursuant to an order dated August 12, 2016, of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, which transferred the investigation of FIR No. 838 of 2016 from a Police Station of Bulandshahr district to the central agency.

2025-12-20T16:58:07.278480+00:00 IST

CM Mohan Yadav launches Bhopal Metro Rail Service

The first phase of the Bhopal Metro, part of the Orange Line 'Priority Corridor', spans 7 Kilometres and includes eight elevated stations. The corridor is designed to offer fast, convenient and reliable connectivity along key city routes, significantly easing daily commutes for residents and reducing traffic congestion.

2025-12-20T16:56:15.204923+00:00 IST

"Belongs to the people of Assam": Gautam Adani

In a post on X, Adani stated that the terminal belongs to the people of Assam. He highlighted that the structure incorporates 140 tonnes of locally sourced bamboo and is designed around the concept of a "Sky Forest," reflecting the region's craftsmanship, ecology, and quiet strength.

2025-12-20T16:46:59.727806+00:00 IST

PM Modi inaugurates new terminal of LGBI airport

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday expressed gratitude after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Assam this afternoon on a two-day visit, inaugurated the newly constructed terminal of the Lokapriya Gopinath Bardoloi International Airport in Guwahati in the presence of Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya.

2025-12-20T16:39:24.769876+00:00 IST

MHA official reviews security, infra along India-Myanmar border

The visit was dedicated to reviewing the current security architecture and infrastructure projects along the strategically vital Indo-Myanmar border.

2025-12-20T16:38:13.150215+00:00 IST

Prima facie conspiracy, intention to kill Delhi CM, says court

Tis Hazari court on Saturday framed charges against Delhi CM Attack case accused Rajesh Bhai Khimji Bhai and Syed Tahsin Raza for the offences of criminal conspiracy along with attempt to murder, obstructing a public servant, and assaulting a public servant

2025-12-20T16:23:34.081264+00:00 IST

Nirmala Sitharaman, Harsh Malhotra chairs Chintan Shivir

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, along with Union Minister of State for Corporate Affairs Harsh Malhotra, chaired the Chintan Shivir of the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, at Hampi in Vijayanagara district, Karnataka, on Saturday.

2025-12-20T16:22:51.543407+00:00 IST

Tourists flock to Kullu, Manali to experience winter charm

With winter in Himachal Pradesh in full bloom, tourists are flocking in large numbers to the state's famous destinations, including Kullu and Manali.

2025-12-20T16:19:26.243484+00:00 IST

TMC's Chandrima Bhattacharya accuses BJP of "political vendetta"

She accused the BJP-led Union government of political vendetta, claiming it has withheld nearly Rs 2 lakh crore in funds meant for the state.

2025-12-20T16:08:17.721394+00:00 IST

Parineeti, Raghav host Harmanpreet Kaur at teir residence

Actor Parineeti Chopra and her husband, politician Raghav Chadha, recently hosted Indian women's cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur at their residence.

2025-12-20T16:06:33.598485+00:00 IST

Ahmedabad gets first ‘Make in India’ metro train

The metro coaches have been manufactured at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited's advanced facility, equipped with modern technology to produce metro and passenger coaches that meet global standards. CM lauded the company's diverse workforce, drawn from multiple states, and said the project exemplifies the spirit of "Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat".

2025-12-20T15:56:32.335281+00:00 IST

Ahead of Christmas, Christ Church Shimla holds candlelight prayer

Ahead of the Christmas festival, candlelight prayers were organised at the historic Christ Church, located at Ridge Maidan in Shimla, on Saturday evening. The iconic church, considered a major landmark of the hill town, witnessed participation from local residents as well as tourists.

2025-12-20T15:33:28.094937+00:00 IST