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Watch: Mohali kabaddi player Rana Balachauria gunned down at crowded tournament; gang claims murder as Sidhu Moose Wala revenge

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Watch: Mohali kabaddi player Rana Balachauria gunned down at crowded tournament; gang claims murder as Sidhu Moose Wala revenge

Rana Balachauria murder: Struck multiple times in the head and face, Balachauria collapsed on the ground. Disturbing footage from the event captures the moment gunshots ring out, sending players and spectators scrambling in panic.

Are Delhi schools open today? Online classes for upto class 5 amid GRAP 4 pollution alert

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Are Delhi schools open today? Online classes for upto class 5 amid GRAP 4 pollution alert

In a notification issued on 15 December, the Directorate of Education (DoE) stated that physical classes for students from nursery to Class 5 in government, government-aided, and private recognised schools will remain suspended until further notice.

Delhi-Agra Expressway crash: 13 killed, 25 injured in massive pile-up; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

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Delhi-Agra Expressway crash: 13 killed, 25 injured in massive pile-up; PM Modi announces ex-gratia

Mathura SSP said the accident took place at the Yamuna Expressway Milestone 127. The reason was low visibility due to fog.

Delhi flight operations improve as fog eases, but disruptions continue

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Delhi flight operations improve as fog eases, but disruptions continue

On Tuesday morning, Delhi Airport issued an update on social media, saying that flight operations were gradually returning to normal but some disruptions could still continue.

Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers to land in Delhi today, likely to be flown to Goa next

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Goa nightclub fire: Luthra brothers to land in Delhi today, likely to be flown to Goa next

After a lookout circular was issued against them, the Ministry of External Affairs suspended their passports, leaving them without valid travel documents.

Caught on cam: 2 speeding cars strike biker, child back-to-back in UP hit-and-run

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Caught on cam: 2 speeding cars strike biker, child back-to-back in UP hit-and-run

Police are examining the CCTV footage to identify the vehicles and drivers involved.

Watch: 4 killed, several injured as season's first dense fog triggers 20-vehicle crash on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

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Watch: 4 killed, several injured as season's first dense fog triggers 20-vehicle crash on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway

Emergency services were rushed to the spot soon after the incident. Police teams, ambulances, and rescue workers worked together to help the injured and clear the road.

Pune: 5-year-old girl kidnapped, sexually assaulted and killed; 30-year-old accused arrested

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Pune: 5-year-old girl kidnapped, sexually assaulted and killed; 30-year-old accused arrested

The suspect was arrested early Sunday. During questioning, he confessed to strangling the girl and revealed where her body had been kept.

All Noida, Greater Noida schools shift to online and hybrid classes amid hazardous air

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All Noida, Greater Noida schools shift to online and hybrid classes amid hazardous air

The directive, issued by the District Education Officer on December 14, applies to all institutions regardless of their affiliation. School principals have been instructed to ensure strict compliance.

Goa nightclub fire: CBI in Thailand to bring back Luthra brothers as Indian embassy issues emergency travel documents

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Goa nightclub fire: CBI in Thailand to bring back Luthra brothers as Indian embassy issues emergency travel documents

The Luthra brothers, proprietors of the now-charred Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora, were detained by Thai authorities last week after it was discovered they were staying in the country illegally.

Stark contrast: Lionel Messi in Delhi today as AQI remains 400+; Miami's AQI is ...

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Stark contrast: Lionel Messi in Delhi today as AQI remains 400+; Miami's AQI is ...

The GOAT India Tour 2025 has taken Messi across four Indian cities - Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and New Delhi - from December 13 to 15, drawing massive crowds and widespread attention from fans across the country.

Who is R Sreelekha? From Kerala's first woman DGP to BJP's frontrunner for Thiruvananthapuram mayor

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Who is R Sreelekha? From Kerala's first woman DGP to BJP's frontrunner for Thiruvananthapuram mayor

One pivotal question dominates Kerala’s political discourse: will R Sreelekha, the state’s pioneering woman IPS officer, become the capital’s first BJP mayor?



Bengaluru weather: City gripped by chilly nights and misty mornings; IMD forecasts prolonged cold spell

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Bengaluru weather: City gripped by chilly nights and misty mornings; IMD forecasts prolonged cold spell

While afternoons remain mild with a maximum of around 27.5 degrees, the contrast between day and night is becoming stark.



Pune left shivering as minimum mercury stays below 10 deg C for 6 days, longest streak since 2015

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Pune left shivering as minimum mercury stays below 10 deg C for 6 days, longest streak since 2015

Forecasts suggest Pune could experience these biting conditions until at least December 19. If this holds, the city may surpass modern records for the highest count of such cold days in a single winter.

Badlapur Congress leader's death, believed natural for 3 years, exposed as snakebite murder

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Badlapur Congress leader's death, believed natural for 3 years, exposed as snakebite murder

The truth came to light during the interrogation of history-sheeter Rishikesh Chalke, who was recently arrested in connection with a separate attempted murder case during the election period in Badlapur.

Delhi power subsidy bill set to cross Rs 4,000 crore as beneficiaries surge: Report

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Delhi power subsidy bill set to cross Rs 4,000 crore as beneficiaries surge: Report

In the current financial year, the Delhi government earmarked Rs 3,849 crore for the subsidy-around Rs 250 crore more than the amount spent in 2024-25.

Delhi on high alert after Australia attack, security tightened at Jewish establishments

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Delhi on high alert after Australia attack, security tightened at Jewish establishments

In South Delhi’s Vasant Vihar, the Chabad House restaurant, popular among local Jewish families, Israeli expats, and business travelers, has also seen increased security presence.

Kolkata’s Messi fiasco not first for Shatadru Dutta; Pelé, Maradona events too faced backlash over mismanagement

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Kolkata’s Messi fiasco not first for Shatadru Dutta; Pelé, Maradona events too faced backlash over mismanagement

Dutta first came into the spotlight in 2012 when he organised a match between Brazil Masters and Indian Masters at Salt Lake Stadium. Just before the match began, a senior goalkeeper from Colombia allegedly refused to play after not receiving full payment.

Lionel Messi’s Delhi visit: Major traffic disruption expected today; check roads to avoid

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Lionel Messi’s Delhi visit: Major traffic disruption expected today; check roads to avoid

The Delhi Traffic Police has advised commuters to avoid several key arteries in the heart of the capital between noon and 5 pm. Authorities have warned that any vehicles parked illegally on Bahadurshah Zafar Marg, JLN Marg or Ring Road will be towed and the owners prosecuted.



Delhi-NCR's air turns hazardous, Noida AQI soars past 550, emergency measures activated

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Delhi-NCR's air turns hazardous, Noida AQI soars past 550, emergency measures activated

Delhi's average Air Quality Index (AQI) hovered around 481, deep within the severe zone. The situation was markedly worse in neighbouring Noida, which recorded an alarming AQI of 557, a level deemed extremely hazardous. 



Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR; IGI Airport issues travel advisory, 150 flights delayed

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Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR; IGI Airport issues travel advisory, 150 flights delayed

Delhi fog update (December 15): Early morning commuters faced difficulties on roads as visibility dropped sharply. In view of the weather conditions, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a yellow alert for fog in Delhi and advised people to remain cautious.

How safe is Delhi? Police flag security lapses across 175 sites post Red Fort blast

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How safe is Delhi? Police flag security lapses across 175 sites post Red Fort blast

During the inspections, police found several common shortcomings. At many parking areas, security staff were not wearing uniforms, did not carry identity cards and failed to use under-vehicle inspection mirrors.

J&K weather: Pulwama hits -5.5 degrees Celsius as Srinagar temperature dips to -3.6 degrees Celsius

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J&K weather: Pulwama hits -5.5 degrees Celsius as Srinagar temperature dips to -3.6 degrees Celsius

Srinagar, the summer capital, saw temperatures drop further to -3.6 degrees Celsius, a notable 2.4 degrees below the normal for this time of year.

Delhi's new signal-free corridor: How a drain expressway will cut your travel time to IGI Airport, Gurgaon

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Delhi's new signal-free corridor: How a drain expressway will cut your travel time to IGI Airport, Gurgaon

The centrepiece of the project is a major new transport corridor along the Najafgarh drain, aimed at revolutionising mobility in the city’s western and southwestern sectors.

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