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No mining in Aravalli hills in Gujarat, will never grant nod in future too: Minister

December 25, 2025 00:06 IST

It serves as a natural barrier preventing the advance of the desert and is extremely important for groundwater recharge, Arjun Modhwadia says

eachers have welcomed the move, citing BLO duty keeps some of the teachers away from school throughout the year.

‘Exempt teachers from BLO duty and election work’: Bhuse writes to CM

December 24, 2025 22:51 IST

Teachers have welcomed the move, citing BLO duty keeps some of the teachers away from school throughout the year.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, Uddhav Thackeray, Raj Thackeray, Maha Vikas Aghadi,

As Uddhav Sena & MNS tie up, MVA leaders say alliance won’t fall apart

December 24, 2025 22:27 IST

The Maharashtra Congress has been repeatedly emphasising that it won't have an alliance with Uddhav Sena if it joined hands with MNS.

According to police, the accused allegedly used a 78-year-old senior citizen to unknowingly collect extortion money from the victim.

Three held for impersonating police officers, extorting Rs 1 crore from bizman

December 24, 2025 22:25 IST

Another officer, also speaking on condition of anonymity, said it was unlikely that the arrested men acted alone

Visuals of IGMC patient assaulted

Himachal govt terminates doctor who ‘assaulted’ patient at IGMC

December 25, 2025 05:20 IST

Probe blames both parties including patient and doctors responsible for the incident.

While a section of party leaders from the city said they are in favour of a tie-up with Ajit Pawar’s NCP, others said those looking to contest in the PMC elections should be “given justice”.

NCP (SP), Ajit’s NCP likely to tie up for PMC polls: Prashant Jagtap quits party

December 24, 2025 22:09 IST

Jagtap said he along with supporters had prepared a strategy for the civic polls but certain things cropped up “putting me in confusion”.

The court asked the DGP to explain why the two identified shooters have not been arrested so far. (File Photo)

‘Criminals operating with impunity’: HC summons Punjab DGP to court over ex-Kabaddi player murder

December 24, 2025 22:02 IST

The court pointed out that there have been several instances of targeted killings, some of which, have been captured by CCTV cameras.

St. John's High School, Chandigarh, Class of 1975, reunion, Johnians,

When it was back to school for the 1975 batch of St Johnians

December 24, 2025 22:00 IST

Founded in 1959 on a sprawling 33-acre campus in Sector 26, St. John’s High School bears the lasting imprint of the Christian Brothers Society.

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). (File Photo)

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

December 25, 2025 11:42 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, Governor CV Ananda 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 22:41 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 25, 2025 07:49 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 23:59 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.

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