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Families of terror victims ‘found new courage’ after Article 370 abrogation, J&K LG says

Families of terror victims ‘found new courage’ after Article 370 abrogation, J&K LG says

December 15, 2025 08:20 IST

Relatives of terror victims were given appointment letters for government jobs as part of commitment to delivering ‘justice, jobs and dignity’: L-G said

Rajasthan BJP, Congress investigate their legislators after bribery allegations against MLAs; CM orders probe

In Rajasthan, BJP and Congress investigate their legislators accused of taking bribe to release MLALAD funds

December 15, 2025 08:15 IST

News report claims 3 MLAs allegedly took commission to release local area development funds

Madhya Pradesh Tribal Affairs Minister Vijay Shah.

Madhya Pradesh minister’s latest: Ladli Behna beneficiaries who don’t attend CM event will be investigated

December 15, 2025 08:06 IST

Under fire, BJP’s Vijay Shah says comments twisted: ‘We discussed that only eligible women should receive benefits and ineligible beneficiaries should be weeded out’

Kerala Governor Rajendran Vishwanath Arlekar

Institutions should know, respect limits: Kerala Governor, days after Supreme Court asked panel to recommend VCs

December 15, 2025 08:01 IST

The Governor and the Kerala govt have been in a deadlock over the appointment of VCs in 2 state universities

‘A sword's placed on our necks’: In Haldwani, an endless wait for court ruling after encroachment allegations

‘A sword placed on our necks’: In Haldwani, over 50,000 people await Supreme Court ruling on encroachment allegations

December 15, 2025 08:00 IST

As the Supreme Court hears a challenge to a 2022 eviction order, 50,000 residents of Banbhoolpura wait to learn the fate of 4,365 structures marked for demolition.

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Centre to introduce Bill to replace MNREGA with new job guarantee scheme

December 15, 2025 08:48 IST

The Centre will introduce in Lok Sabha the The Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and  Ajeevika Mission (Gramin): VB—G RAM G BILL, 2025, which if passed, will replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MNREGA).

Air pollution expert S N Tripathi is Explained.Live guest today

Air pollution expert S N Tripathi is Explained.Live guest today

December 15, 2025 05:00 IST

An increase in the network of measuring devices revealed that Delhi was not the only place with polluted air. Most other cities, particularly in the Gangetic plains, had equally bad air quality.

Citing ‘weather conditions’, SC asks lawyers to appear online

Citing ‘weather conditions’, Supreme Court asks lawyers to appear online

December 15, 2025 07:45 IST

“In view of the prevailing weather conditions, the Hon’ble Chief Justice of India has advised, if convenient, the Members of the Bar/Parties-in-Person to avail hybrid mode of appearance through video conferencing facility in their matters listed before the Hon’ble Courts,” the circular stated.

Congress leader Shamanur Shivashankarappa dead

Karnataka’s oldest MLA and veteran Congress leader dies at 94

December 15, 2025 04:36 IST

Condolences messages poured in on social media cutting across party lines soon after the news of his death was out.

PM’s 3-nation tour of Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman begins today

PM’s 3-nation tour of Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman begins today

December 15, 2025 08:30 IST

PM Modi will reach Amman on December 15 and meet King Abdullah II for a one-on-one conversation, to be followed by delegation-level talks.

President Trump and Prime Minister Modi spoke on the phone on December 12 and both described it as a warm engagement. So it would seem to have been quite a productive discussion.

From H-1B visa to key areas requiring attention: Dhruva Jaishankar on challenges in India-US ties

December 14, 2025 21:33 IST

In a detailed conversation with The Indian Express' Flora Swain, Dhruva Jaishankar unpacked the complexities of India–US relations, examined the challenges posed by Trump-era policies, and identified key areas requiring attention from both nations to strengthen the partnership

Prominent Malayalam actor Manju Warrier, who was mentioned by Dileep in his first comments after acquittal as the person whose statement led to the start of a “conspiracy” against him, also issued a statement on social media.

Kerala actor assault case | Days after Dileep’s acquittal, survivor speaks out: ‘My fundamental rights were not protected’

December 15, 2025 07:48 IST

She also sought to make it clear that the main accused in the case, Pulsar Suni, who was sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment on Friday along with the five other convicts, was not her personal driver.

ISRO lines up 7 launches, including uncrewed Gaganyaan mission by March 2026

ISRO lines up 7 launches, including uncrewed Gaganyaan mission by March 2026

December 14, 2025 19:07 IST

One more uncrewed mission is planned later next year before ISRO sends Indian astronauts into low earth orbit in 2027.

Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches are designed to provide improved safety, enhanced riding comfort and better operational performance for passengers. (Image: PIB)

Indian Railways LHB coach production rises 18% in FY26; over 4,200 coaches built so far

December 14, 2025 19:32 IST

Indian Railways LHB Coaches: Designed for improved safety, enhanced riding comfort and better operational performance, LHB (Linke Hofmann Busch) coaches offer a superior travel experience for passengers.

The BJP Parliamentary Committee has appointed Bihar minister Nitin Nabin as the party's National working president

‘Hardworking karyakarta’: PM Modi, Amit Shah laud Nitin Nabin after his elevation as BJP National Working President

December 14, 2025 19:24 IST

Rajnath Singh spoke to Nitin Nabin over the phone and congratulated him on on his appointment.

The action comes amid wider scrutiny of food quality in the Valley, following concerns over unsafe meat and other products.

After ‘rotten’ meat scandal, authorities now ban biscuit, packaged water brand in Kashmir

December 15, 2025 03:55 IST

While the packaged water was found to contain E. Coli and Coliform bacteria, the biscuit had sulphite levels above permissible limits, J-K authorities said.

Rahul Gandhi says it will take time, but the BJP-RSS combine will eventually be defeated by truth.

‘Vote chor’ rally in Delhi: ‘All 3 Election Commissioners will have to answer people in future,’ says Priyanka Gandhi Vadra

December 14, 2025 17:26 IST

Rahul Gandhi says it will take time, but the BJP-RSS combine will eventually be defeated by truth.

India’s broad gauge rail network is nearly fully electrified

Net zero carbon emissions target: Indian Railways electrifies 99.2% of broad gauge network

December 14, 2025 17:22 IST

Indian Railways electrification target: Indian Railways has moved closer to achieving full electrification of its entire broad gauge (BG) network.

The new Vande Bharat train is expected to significantly cut travel time and strengthen rail connectivity between the two cities.

Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat train to start on Dec 15; check travel time, stops, timings, ticket price

December 15, 2025 07:05 IST

Narasapur–Chennai Vande Bharat Train Number Ticket Price, Timings, Route: The train will begin commercial operations from December 15 on the Narasapur–Chennai route, while services from Chennai to Narasapur will commence from December 17.

As per eyewitness accounts cited by the police, Vishal had attended a nearby wedding.

Minor boys stab man to death in East Delhi over relationship with girl, apprehended

December 14, 2025 15:27 IST

The man was identified as Vishal, who worked as an autorickshaw driver in East Delhi’s Shakarpur area.

These Bharat Gaurav trains originate from a particular station and run in a route having multiple tourist destinations and terminate at the same originating station. 

Bharat Gaurav trains occupancy: How are trains performing? Railway Minister responds

December 14, 2025 14:50 IST

Bharat Gaurav tourist train latest update: As per the 'Bharat Gaurav Trains' policy in November' 2021, the service providers have full flexibility to decide themes and itineraries for operation of Bharat Gaurav tourist circuit trains.

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From a camp in Goalpara to Kochi Biennale: Dhiraj Rabha’s journey through art

December 14, 2025 14:37 IST

At the ongoing Kochi-Muziris Biennale, artist Dhiraj Rabha draws on his childhood in an ex-ULFA detention camp

Responding to these questions, the Union Minister said that railways carry out regular surveys and take action for their removal.

Nationwide encroachment on Indian Railways land crosses 1,068 hectares

December 14, 2025 14:09 IST

Vaishnaw was responding to a question raised by Rajya Sabha MP Dr Laxmikant Bajpayee regarding railway land parcels currently under encroachment across the country.

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In a first, Air Force Chief Amar Preet Singh flies, leads Kiran formation at combined graduation parade of newly commissioned officers

December 14, 2025 12:51 IST

A total of 244 Flight Cadets, including 215 male and 29 female cadets, graduated from the Air Force Academy in Dundigal, Hyderabad.

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Rs 1,000-crore cyber fraud by transnational syndicate: CBI charges 17, including 4 Chinese nationals

December 15, 2025 04:36 IST

The cyber fraud network allegedly defrauded thousands of Indians through fake loan applications, investment schemes, and bogus job offers.

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