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Delhi airport latest update: 118 flights cancelled, 16 diverted due to fog

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Delhi airport latest update: 118 flights cancelled, 16 diverted due to fog

On Tuesday, 60 arriving and 58 departing flights were cancelled, with a further 16 aircraft diverted to other airports.

New Year temple rush: Khatu Shyam cancels VIP darshan; Banke Bihari urges devotees to avoid Vrindavan till Jan 5

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New Year temple rush: Khatu Shyam cancels VIP darshan; Banke Bihari urges devotees to avoid Vrindavan till Jan 5

The appeals come in view of the heavy rush expected during the New Year period.

How Mumbai is gearing up for 2026: Overnight Metro, BEST buses and special locals for New Year’s Eve

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How Mumbai is gearing up for 2026: Overnight Metro, BEST buses and special locals for New Year’s Eve

Additionally, heritage tour buses in South Mumbai will operate into the early hours, beginning at 5.30 pm.



After stabbing Anjel Chakma in Dehradun, attackers bought liquor and celebrated a birthday

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After stabbing Anjel Chakma in Dehradun, attackers bought liquor and celebrated a birthday

Anjel was allegedly called names like “Chinese” and “momo” before the stabbing, leading to protests and demands for strict action.

Two Telangana women, roommates in US, die in California car crash; families seek donations for funeral

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Two Telangana women, roommates in US, die in California car crash; families seek donations for funeral

They were living together in Dayton, Ohio, and had travelled to California for a holiday trip during Christmas. Relatives described Bhavana and Meghana as bright, cheerful and ambitious young women who shared a close bond.

Delhi fog: IMD issues red alert as low visibility looms, airlines issue travel advisories

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Delhi fog: IMD issues red alert as low visibility looms, airlines issue travel advisories

Apart from fog, Delhi continued to struggle with severe air pollution. The city recorded a 24-hour Air Quality Index (AQI) of 401, placing it in the ‘severe’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

'Mumbai is not safe': Auto driver abuses, threatens women for ‘talking loudly’ | Video

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'Mumbai is not safe': Auto driver abuses, threatens women for ‘talking loudly’ | Video

In the video shared on Instagram, the autorickshaw driver is seen shouting aggressively at the two women. One of the women can be heard questioning him, saying, “Hum baat kar rahe the, aapko kya problem ho rahi thi? (We were talking, what problem did you have?)."

Retired railway employee dies, daughter found starving after 5 years of captivity, torture in UP’s Mahoba

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Retired railway employee dies, daughter found starving after 5 years of captivity, torture in UP’s Mahoba

The victim, 70-year-old retired senior railway clerk Omprakash Singh Rathore, had been living with his 27-year-old daughter Rashmi—who is mentally challenged— in a separate house following the death of his wife in 2016.

Fled Bengaluru under threat, found dead in Nagpur: Groom's final journey after his bride's suicide


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Fled Bengaluru under threat, found dead in Nagpur: Groom's final journey after his bride's suicide


The tragedy marks a grim epilogue to the suicide of Suraj’s wife, Ganavi, just two days prior in Bengaluru. The couple, who had an arranged marriage on October 29, returned early from a troubled honeymoon in Sri Lanka, where disputes over Ganavi’s pre-marital friendship had reportedly arisen.



Video: Tamil Nadu teens attack migrant worker with machete, record act

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Video: Tamil Nadu teens attack migrant worker with machete, record act

According to the police, one of the accused later uploaded the video as an Instagram reel, in which he was seen displaying a machete while a Tamil song played in the background.

WATCH: Taj Mahal fades from view as dense fog engulfs Agra

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WATCH: Taj Mahal fades from view as dense fog engulfs Agra

The morning temperature was 16.0 °C in Agra. The city's air quality was poor this morning, reporting 'moderate' conditions in pockets.

Maharashtra woman killed over dowry dispute after 11 years of marriage; husband, sister-in-law arrested

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Maharashtra woman killed over dowry dispute after 11 years of marriage; husband, sister-in-law arrested

Citing preliminary investigation, Maharashtra Police said Kalpana married Mahesh Soni in 2015. “She was allegedly subjected to physical and mental harassment by her in-laws, which often led to arguments,” said senior inspector Prakash Kawale of Bolinj police station.

Kashmir's apple boom sows a health crisis; chemical exposure linked to spike in brain tumours

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Kashmir's apple boom sows a health crisis; chemical exposure linked to spike in brain tumours

Analysing data from 432 brain tumour patients between 2005 and 2008, the research found a “quite strong and possible” link between pesticide exposure and primary malignant brain cancer.



Air hostess dies while partying with friends at Gurugram apartment; probe underway

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Air hostess dies while partying with friends at Gurugram apartment; probe underway

The deceased has been identified as Simran Dadwal, a resident of Mohali in Punjab, who was working with an Indian airline for the past two years.

Where has Shimla's snow gone? Why 'Queen of the Hills' winter charm is melting away

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Where has Shimla's snow gone? Why 'Queen of the Hills' winter charm is melting away

Even when moisture arrives, rising temperatures are changing the game. For snow to fall and settle in a mid-altitude town like Shimla, a specific temperature window is required.

Vigilante mob storms UP cafe, assaults birthday party over 'love jihad' claim | Watch

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Vigilante mob storms UP cafe, assaults birthday party over 'love jihad' claim | Watch

In a video circulating on social media, the girl is heard stating that the mob raised slogans, misbehaved with her, attempted to snatch her phone and severely assaulted the two Muslim friends while making false accusations of 'love jihad'.

‘Raita’ scare in UP’s Budaun: Rabid buffalo dies, 200+ people given anti-rabies shots

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‘Raita’ scare in UP’s Budaun: Rabid buffalo dies, 200+ people given anti-rabies shots

There is usually no risk of rabies transmission after milk is properly boiled, but vaccination was carried out to rule out any possible danger.

Rajasthan 'quietly allowed' resorts, farmhouses on Aravalli hill terrain, report reveals

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Rajasthan 'quietly allowed' resorts, farmhouses on Aravalli hill terrain, report reveals

Approved in April 2025, the state’s Model Regulations for Conservation of Hills in Urban Areas, 2024, reclassify hill slopes, permitting "low-density" projects on terrain previously considered more protected.

Gurugram flat that didn't exist sold for Rs 12 cr: Delhi Police bust Rs 200 crore property scam

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Gurugram flat that didn't exist sold for Rs 12 cr: Delhi Police bust Rs 200 crore property scam

The complainant was shown fake auction papers of a high-end apartment at DLF Camellias, one of the most premium residential projects in the NCR.

Cold wave shuts all UP schools until Jan 1, CM Adityanath issues safety directive

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Cold wave shuts all UP schools until Jan 1, CM Adityanath issues safety directive

In a comprehensive review of winter preparedness, Chief Minister Adityanath directed senior officials to maintain active ground-level monitoring.

Orange alert today: Dense fog grips Delhi as AQI turns ‘severe’

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Orange alert today: Dense fog grips Delhi as AQI turns ‘severe’

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for very dense fog on Monday, with maximum and minimum temperatures likely to hover around 22 and 7 degrees Celsius.

Delhi airport hit by dense fog: Nearly 130 flights cancelled, 200+ delayed

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Delhi airport hit by dense fog: Nearly 130 flights cancelled, 200+ delayed

The Indira Gandhi International Airport said flights are currently operating under CAT III conditions. The airline warned that the impact on flight operations could extend until the noon hours, and delays may continue.

Muslim youths thrashed by Bajrang Dal at b'day party in Bareilly, booked by cops for 'breach of peace'

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Muslim youths thrashed by Bajrang Dal at b'day party in Bareilly, booked by cops for 'breach of peace'

The incident occurred on Saturday night when a first-year BSc Nursing student hosted her birthday party at the restaurant in the Prem Nagar area in UP's Bareilly that was attended by nine friends -- five women and four men. Of the four, two -- Shan and Waqif -- were Muslim.

Delhi’s hot air balloon rides struggle to lift off as visitors stay away - What's the reason behind it?

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Delhi’s hot air balloon rides struggle to lift off as visitors stay away - What's the reason behind it?

The service is selling barely 20 tickets on average per operational weekend. The lukewarm response has prompted organisers to reduce the fare from ₹3,000 to ₹2,300 per person in an attempt to draw more visitors.

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