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‘Negligible progress’: NHAI notice to firm on ending contract for Delhi-Mumbai Expressway work

December 27, 2025 05:50 IST

‘Intent-to-terminate’ notice to Pune contractor for 35-km stretch in Gujarat

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In Bengal SIR, local officials flag fear of ‘system-driven’ large-scale voter deletions; EROs being bypassed

December 27, 2025 12:32 IST

The West Bengal officers’ association says names may be deleted from voters’ list without the knowledge of the Electoral Registration Officer.

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Delhi on Khaleda Zia’s son Rahman’s return: Polls must be free, inclusive

December 27, 2025 07:30 IST

Tarique Rahman returns to Bangladesh: India says BNP acting chairman Tarique Rahman's return to Bangladesh should be seen in the context of elections scheduled in February, while voicing grave concern over violence against minorities.

Sengar order perverse: CBI challenges HC finding, moves SC in 2017 Unnao rape case

December 27, 2025 15:29 IST

The CBI filed the SLP days after the survivor met Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi and Congress leader Sonia Gandhi, seeking their assistance in her fight against Sengar.

Aga Ruhullah Mehdi Ruhullah had earlier given the J&K government until December 20, the end of the Winter Session of Parliament, to resolve students’ issues

A year on, Ruhullah warns of fresh protest over J&K reservation issue

December 26, 2025 21:55 IST

In November, the National Conference MP had issued an ultimatum to his party to resolve concerns regarding the rationalisation of reservation in J&K

Russian President Vladimir Putin had raised concerns over Pakistan’s nuclear proliferation during his talks with his US counterpart, George W Bush

Newly released transcripts | ‘Pak just a junta with n-weapons’: Putin told Bush in 2001

December 27, 2025 06:54 IST

During the first Putin-Bush meeting in Slovenia on June 16, 2001, Putin, according to the documents, voiced his worries and unease over the control of Islamabad’s atomic assets.

Ten days after they fled to Thailand within hours of the blaze at their nightclub, the Luthra brothers were brought to Goa on December 17

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers’ police custody extended

December 27, 2025 06:21 IST

Advocate Parag Rao, who represented the Luthra brothers, told mediapersons, “The police produced a fresh request for extension of remand for police custody. We have not seriously opposed it as my client wants to cooperate with the investigation".

Agencies around the world will study NIA’s probe into Pahalgam attack in coming days: Shah

December 27, 2025 05:57 IST

Shah also warned that as India's economy surges, now the world’s fourth largest, challenges will grow proportionally, demanding heightened vigilance.

Mirwaiz alleges ‘coercion by authorities’ over Hurriyat tag on X, says he was stopped from leading prayers

December 26, 2025 19:22 IST

Speaking to The Indian Express, he said it was “deeply distressing that we are being subjected to coercion in various forms”.

Former Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik. (Express Archive/Ganesh Shirsekar)

BJD will remain voice of people of Odisha for next 100 years: Naveen Patnaik

December 27, 2025 06:55 IST

Ex-CM's remarks on BJD’s foundation about party's future come at a time when Patnaik’s advancing age and health problems have sparked a debate on a potential successor.

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‘Groundless, irresponsible’: China denounces Pentagon report flagging Beijing interest in Arunachal Pradesh

December 26, 2025 18:59 IST

Report distorts Beijing's defence policy; current border situation with India generally stable, says Chinese foreign ministry

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Indian govt’s ‘fully committed’ reaction to Lalit Modi-Vijay Mallya ‘fugitives’ viral clip

December 26, 2025 18:32 IST

The reaction comes days after a new video of former IPL chairman Lalit Modi and fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya appeared on social media.

India flags concern to the US over cancellation of H1B visa interviews

December 27, 2025 07:46 IST

The government has received several representations from Indian nationals who are facing problems with the rescheduling of their visa appointments, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said at the weekly media briefing.

The national transporter said that current infrastructure will also be augmented to meet the requirements of the coming years.

Indian Railways vision 2030: Originating train capacity to double in 48 major cities – Full list

December 26, 2025 18:15 IST

Indian Railways latest news today: In a release, the Ministry of Railways said that while the plan is to double the capacity by 2030, it is expected to be increased progressively over the next five years so that the benefits of capacity addition can be reaped immediately.

To tackle the issue, we have identified 20 divisions with the highest conflicts and are sending a minimum of 50 solar-powered lights to mitigate these incidents, says Minister of Forest, Subodh Uniyal.

Express Interview | Uttarakhand forest minister on why this year has seen more bear attacks than ever before

December 28, 2025 04:20 IST

Amid a sharp escalation in human-wildlife conflict this year, The Indian Express spoke to Subodh Uniyal on the ways to mitigate the crisis and the way forward

Students light candles during a protest in Kolkata in solidarity with Bangladesh's cultural organisation 'Chhayanaut' after its Dhaka premises were vandalised and set on fire. (PTI Photo)

Dipu Das lynching: India condemns Hindu man’s killing in Bangladesh, says ‘matter of concern’

December 27, 2025 06:53 IST

Dipu das lynching: MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that independent sources have documented over 2,900 incidents of violence against minorities in Bangladesh during the tenure of the interim government.

Defence bribery probe: CBI compiles list of tenders, projects tied to lieutenant colonel after Rs 2.26 crore recovery

December 26, 2025 15:50 IST

The CBI is interrogating Lieutenant Colonel Deepak Kumar Sharma and plans to register a fresh case of disproportionate assets against him and his wife.

Scandal rocks Kerala Congress: Councillor claims mayor post sold for ‘bags of money’

December 26, 2025 15:52 IST

Party responds sharply: ‘No senior leader should intervene in the election of the mayor’.

Trains running late due to fog over North India (Image generated using AI)

Train running late today: Fog delays over 65 trains across North India – Full list

December 26, 2025 16:07 IST

Train running late today: Passengers are advised to check the train running status on the National Train Enquiry System (NTES) before leaving home for their journey.

The New Delhi railway station falls under the administrative control of Northern Railway (NR) zone.

After train fare hike, Railways rationalise parking charges at New Delhi station

December 26, 2025 14:13 IST

New Delhi railway station parking charges per day: According to the railways, the new tariff structure introduces distinct provisions for private and commercial vehicles, ensuring equitable usage of the station's limited forecourt space.

Here is everything you need to know about current ticket prices, puja bookings, guest house stays and how to reach the shrine.

No VIP darshan at Kashi Vishwanath Temple on New Year: Check ticket prices, facilities after suspension is lifted

December 26, 2025 14:07 IST

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple has temporarily halted all VIP and sparsh darshan facilities due to heavy rush.

4 cops injured, internet suspended in Rajasthan’s Chomu after violence erupts during anti-encroachment drive

December 26, 2025 12:56 IST

Internet services have been suspended in Chomu for 24 hours as a precautionary measure.

Manmohan Singh first death anniversary: Leaders cut across party lines to pay tribute to former PM

December 26, 2025 12:13 IST

After completing two terms in office, Singh retired from public life. He was succeeded by Narendra Modi in 2014 after the Congress-led UPA lost the general elections.

The data comes amid controversy over a new Supreme Court–approved definition of the Aravalli Hills that has sparked fears of fresh mining pressure.

Over 7,000 illegal mining FIRs in Rajasthan in 7 years; 4,000-plus in Aravalli districts alone

December 26, 2025 14:56 IST

Contrasting figures between Congress and BJP rule, latter says it is Rajasthan govt’s ‘clear intention that not a single stone will be damaged in Aravalli’.

Gold Price Today in India: Check the gold rate in India today, December 26: Carat wise and city wise price list below. (File Image)

Gold Today Rate, December 26: Check 18, 22 and 24 carat gold prices Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and other cities

December 26, 2025 10:45 IST

Today's 18, 22 and 24 Carat Gold Prices in Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Delhi: The price of gold in India today, December 26, is Rs 13,926 per gram for 24 karat gold, Rs 12,766 per gram for 22 karat gold and Rs 10,445 per gram for 18 karat gold.