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Ex-Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal

Ex-Punjab Police IG Amar Singh Chahal ‘out of danger’, recovering: hospital

December 24, 2025 21:39 IST

In a statement released by the hospital, it was stated that a team of doctors at the hospital successfully saved the life of Chahal, who was brought to the emergency department with a self-inflicted gunshot injury to the chest.

Gujarat police, narcotics crackdown, contraband seizure,

Narcotics crackdown: Gujarat cops seize contraband worth over Rs 7 crore in less than a week ahead of New Year

December 24, 2025 21:26 IST

The police have also launched a detailed probe into the financial trail of peddlers.

In the approximately 10-second video, the doctor is heard telling the patient, “You are merely four years elder to me”. The video also shows Narula moving away from the patient’s bed.

Assault at Shimla hospital: IGMC admn yet to submit probe report as another video surfaces

December 24, 2025 21:21 IST

Latest video shows argument between patient and doctor

In a complaint addressed to PCCF Srinivasa Reddy (IFS), Pune-based animal welfare activist Dr Avadhut Arun Patki sought immediate registration of offences against the trust, which runs the Pune Transit Treatment Centre (TTC).

Report sought on complaints against RESQ Trust in Pune over ‘violations’ of Wildlife Act

December 24, 2025 21:17 IST

In a complaint addressed to PCCF Srinivasa Reddy (IFS), Pune-based animal welfare activist Dr Avadhut Arun Patki sought immediate registration of offences against the trust, which runs the Pune Transit Treatment Centre (TTC).

Jangli Maharaj Road, Pune, engineering marvel, Recondo,

Looking ahead 2026: Fifty monsoons, zero potholes: Pune’s iconic road turns 50 on January 1

December 24, 2025 21:17 IST

Construction of the road began in 1974, and on January 1, 1976, the 2.3-kilometre stretch was handed over to the Pune Municipal Corporation with an unprecedented written guarantee—there would be no repairs needed for a decade.

Delivering the keynote address at the university's 68th annual convocation, Bose, who is also the chancellor of JU, said the institute has been known for the excellence of its students and faculty. (File Photo)

68th annual convocation: SFI protests ICC elections’ delay, infrastructure issues at JU Convocation; Governor assures action

December 24, 2025 21:13 IST

Delivering the keynote address at the university's 68th annual convocation, Bose, who is also the chancellor of JU, said the institute has been known for the excellence of its students and faculty.

Local residents reportedly spotted a stray dog carrying the body of the newborn in its jaws.

Stray dog found ‘mauling’ newborn, case registered

December 24, 2025 20:52 IST

Sources said that when residents recovered the body after the stray dog fled, it was found covered with soil from all sides, indicating that it had been buried earlier.

State Reserve Police Force, SRPF, jawan, Gajubha Jilubha Rathod, self-inflicted gunshot, Commissioner of Police

Man murdered over interfaith relationship; police search for woman’s brother

December 24, 2025 20:46 IST

Police identified the deceased as Javed Khwajamiyan Pathan (34), a native of Bhokar in Nanded district, who worked at an automobile servicing centre

Maharashtra government, restaurants, restobars, pubs, Christmas Eve,

Maharashtra allows restaurants, bars to operate until 5 am on Christmas Eve, Christmas, New Year’s Eve

December 24, 2025 20:42 IST

The decision follows a representation made earlier in the day by the Hotel and Restaurant Association (Western India) (HRAWI) to Maharashtra Government and Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, seeking an extension on the three festive nights.

Haryana Civil Medical Services Association, HCMS, government health services shutdown,

Vimal Negi death case: HC grants bail to former MD of power corporation

December 24, 2025 20:38 IST

Earlier, Supreme Court had allowed bail to another officer in this case

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Wednesday inaugurated the Shimla Winter Carnival at the historic Ridge

Sukhu inaugurates Shimla Winter Carnival, says efforts on to promote HP’s cultural heritage

December 24, 2025 20:35 IST

The CM also flagged off a colourful cultural parade featuring folk troupes from all districts of Himachal Pradesh, showcasing the state’s rich cultural diversity

Maharashtra government, restaurants, restobars, pubs, Christmas Eve,

It’s Christmas inside and outside as homes turn into a warm splash of red, green and gold

December 24, 2025 20:34 IST

While elegant Christmas trees remain the most significant attraction of the living room, a signature mark of Christmas is the depiction of the birth story of Jesus through the traditional crib.

Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar during a press conference at the KPCC office, in Bengaluru, Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak)(PTI12_22_2025_000255A)

‘I’m still inexperienced, will seek training’: D K Shivakumar responds to Rajanna’s letter to Rahul Gandhi

December 24, 2025 20:33 IST

Rajanna had criticised Shivakumar and other Congress leaders for failing to address oversights, such as the appointment of booth-level agents, in the 2024 Lok Sabha polls.

Rathore said that Himachal Pradesh has an apple-based economy worth around Rs 5,000 crore, which will be adversely affected by the new decision

Reducing import duty on apples under FTA with NZ anti-national: Congress

December 24, 2025 20:20 IST

PM Modi had made tall promises to protect the interests of apple growers during his visits to Himachal Pradesh, but those assurances have so far proved to be false, said Kuldeep Singh Rathore

Uttar Pradesh, Om Prakash Rajbhar, Unnao rape survivor, Kuldeep Sengar,

‘Ghar to unka Unnao hai’: UP minister Om Prakash Rajbhar mocks Unnao rape victim

December 24, 2025 19:36 IST

The woman and her family had protested at India Gate on Tuesday, hours after the Delhi High Court suspended the sentence of ex-BJP MLA Kuldeep Sengar

Fresh Eggnog, Glühwein (Hot Mulled Wine) at Doolally (left) and kuswar sweets (right).

Pune’s Christmas Brunch Tables Are Ready. Are You?

December 24, 2025 19:07 IST

Festive indulgence is paired with live music, cocktails and menus designed for sharing, as diners across the city raise a toast to the last week of the year in spaces that prioritise warmth over spectacle.

For the first time, all branches of the power department have united under one banner

Punjab’s power sector sees rare united front as employees, engineers and pensioners join hands

December 24, 2025 19:00 IST

The key issues include opposition to the sale of power utility properties, delays in power plant projects, and a lack of communication from the Punjab government regarding the draft Electricity Amendment Bill 2025.

Several trains will be rescheduled or diverted during the block period.

Special power blocks at Panvel from tomorrow; mail, express trains to be hit

December 24, 2025 17:23 IST

The block will be on till December 31 to carry out a series of works linked to the Panvel–Kalamboli Coaching Complex and station redevelopment.

Nigerian woman smuggling cocaine concealed in bread caught in Bengaluru

Nigerian woman conceals Rs 1.20-crore worth cocaine in bread loaves, held in Bengaluru

December 24, 2025 17:12 IST

According to the police, though the Nigerian woman had claimed to pursue studies at a university, she stayed in areas such as Ghatkopar, Ambawadi, and Nallasopara in Mumbai, without enrolling in any college.

Panchkula Police have issued a comprehensive traffic and parking plan to manage the heavy crowds expected for Kailash Kher’s live performance this Christmas Eve. (Credit: x/@Kailashkher)

Kailash Kher live at Shalimar Ground today: Panchkula police issue traffic advisory on entry, parking, routes

December 24, 2025 17:05 IST

Kailash Kher's live performance is scheduled to begin at 6 pm at Shalimar Ground, Sector 5, Panchkula.

Decongesting South Delhi: Two key flyovers, stormwater drain get govt nod

Decongesting South Delhi: Two key flyovers, stormwater drain get govt nod

December 24, 2025 16:51 IST

The projects, to be executed by the PWD, involve a combined expenditure of over Rs 759 crore

SDM Samrala recommended FIRs against 49 government employees, including 30 teachers, for missing the mandatory poll duty rehearsal. (File)

CBI court sentences former Debt Recovery Tribunal inspector, lawyer to 2 years’ rigorous imprisonment in bribery case

December 24, 2025 16:09 IST

The two were booked on January 15, 2009, following allegations that Sharma, then a recovery inspector, and Kotak, a DRT lawyer, had demanded illegal gratification of Rs 3.5 lakh from the complainant

Devendra Fadnavis, Uddhav Thackeray, Raj Thackeray, Shiv Sena,

‘As if Russia and Ukraine have united’: CM Devendra Fadnavis slams reunion of Raj, Uddhav Thackeray as ‘opportunistic politics’

December 24, 2025 15:52 IST

On the Thackeray cousins’ alliance announcement, Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said they will not succeed in the BMC polls as they “neither have any ideology nor agenda”.

Kolkata: Members of West Bengal Hindu Jagran stand on top of a police van as police personnel detain other agitators during a protest against the killing of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, near the Bangladesh Deputy High Commission, in Kolkata, Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. (PTI Photo/Manvender Vashist Lav)

Protests over Bangladesh killing enter second day in Kolkata; BJP workers stopped by police near Howrah Bridge

December 24, 2025 15:49 IST

Allegations of the mob lynching of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh, Bangladesh triggered demonstrations across several parts of India, including West Bengal

Amandeep Kaur

From 2 cows to 35 cattle, a young woman leads a dairy revolution in Punjab’s Barnala

December 24, 2025 15:08 IST

Amandeep Kaur, who is scripting a success story with her dairy farm in Barnala, is urging youngsters to embrace entrepreneurship.

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