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Colder nights return to Kashmir as mercury dips below freezing point

Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, recorded a low of minus 1.8 degrees Celsius, nearly four degrees down from the Monday night's 1.9 degrees Celsius.

China ready to help India with 'step-by-step guide' to beat air pollution - 'Stay tuned for shared journey'

Although the challenge remains complex, China’s consistent policies over the past decade have led to clear improvements in air quality.

23-year-old woman found dead at Delhi home; suicide suspected

The deceased, identified as Anjali Singh, was found motionless in her house in Delhi's Prem Nagar area on Monday by her sister and her neighbour.

Will eagerly-awaited Delhi-Dehradun Expressway finally open in January 2026?

Delhi-Dehradun Expressway opening date: The project, estimated to cost Rs 11,868.6 crore, was initially scheduled for completion by December 2024.

Watch: Female cop turns Rajasthan highway into dance floor, grooves to loud music

In the video, a Rajasthan Police constable is seen dancing along with a group of people on what appears to be a highway. A minibus is parked on the roadside, and loud Bollywood music is played through a large speaker, while several people dance near the vehicle.

Bengaluru airport's new cab rules: 'Exhausting' 800-metre luggage trek leaves flyers fuming

Bengaluru International Airport Ltd (BIAL) rolled out the revised traffic management system at Terminal 1 (T1) and Terminal 2 (T2) to address illegal parking, touting and congestion.

Mumbai Metro update: Line 9 & 2B to open by December 31 - know routes and more

Mumbai Metro update: Metro Line 9, an extension of Line 7, spans 13.58 km and connects Dahisar East with the rapidly growing Mira-Bhayandar region. The first operational segment will run from Dahisar East to Kashigaon.

Why Delhi chokes every winter? Supreme Court flags affluent lifestyle as a major cause

Expressing concern, the CJI-led bench said that the Supreme Court has passed numerous orders over the years, but the ground situation has shown little improvement.

Delhi blast probe: NIA finds Pakistan funding, role of unknown terror group under scanner

The latest arrest was made on December 9, when the agency detained Bilal Naseer Malla, a doctor from Baramulla in Kashmir, taking the total number of accused to eight.



Mumbai weather update: Minimum dips to 16.9 deg C, AQI moderate at 111

IMD has issued a dry weather alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar until Friday.

Passengers brace for delays as taxi drivers protest at Bengaluru airport today

The agitation is expected to disrupt taxi services and traffic on key Bengaluru airport-bound routes, particularly near the Sadahalli toll gate.

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.

Delhi's air quality remains 'very poor' at 378; residents struggle with low visibility and breathlessness

Delhi AQI: The air quality showed a marginal improvement compared to Monday, when the AQI had touched 427 at around 4 pm, falling in the 'severe' category.

Gujarat govt takes over Ahmedabad school management after student's murder; violations found

The decision to take over the Seventh Day Adventist School, located in Ahmedabad's Khokhra area, was taken after authorities found that the institution had repeatedly breached statutory provisions under various education laws

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.

UP cop tells girl not to venture out without guardian, video sparks moral policing row

The act triggered a moral policing row after a purported video of the incident surfaced on social media, even as local police took note of the episode.

Punjab declares Amritsar, Anandpur Sahib and Talwandi Sabo as 'holy cities'

The decision aligns with earlier announcements made by Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who last month said that Sri Anandpur Sahib would be developed as a heritage street city.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 ...

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.

Delhi Police on high alert ahead of Lionel Messi's visit

Public movement is expected to pick up around 11 am. Commuters have been advised to avoid Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg, ITO, Delhi Gate, Netaji Subhash Marg and Brijmohan Chowk from 10 am till the event concludes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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. 



Sabarimala gold theft case: Ramesh Chennithala says 30.5 kg gold replaced with copper

Terming the episode a 'grave betrayal of faith', Chennithala said he had shared crucial information with the Special Investigation Team (SIT), gathered from a businessman based abroad.

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

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.

Delhi's air quality turns 'severe' as AQI reading soars to 497

Bawana recorded the highest AQI of 497 at 7 am, placing it in the 'severe' category

Smog blankets Delhi as several areas record ‘severe’ AQI; airport issues advisory

Experts blamed the sharp decline in air quality on unfavourable weather conditions such as low wind speeds, high moisture levels and falling temperatures

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

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.

Phone tapping case: Former Telangana intel chief surrenders before police as per SC directive

Rao, former chief of the Telangana Special Intelligence Bureau (SIB) surrendered before the investigating officer at the Jubilee Hills police station here at 11 AM, as directed by the apex court.

Who is Supriya Sahu, the Tamil Nadu IAS officer now a UN Champion of the Earth?

According to a profile shared by the UN and detailed by Live Mint, Sahu’s connection to the environment was forged in childhood through extensive travels across India. This early bond evolved over a 30-year civil service career into a profound commitment to biodiversity.

Multiple Amritsar schools receive bomb threats, students evacuated

Panic-stricken parents rushed to schools to pick up their children while the district administration ordered the closure of all schools across Amritsar.

From AI to CAT-III runways: How Delhi Airport plans to keep flights moving this winter

At the centre of these improvements is the Airport Predictive Operations Centre (APOC). This system brings together real-time information, weather forecasts and airside operations data into one command hub.

Bengaluru weather: Clear skies and gentle breeze mask moderate air quality; sunny days ahead

Bengaluru weather: The forecast for the coming days promises consistent conditions, with sunny skies dominating through the weekend and into early next week. Daily high temperatures are expected to hover comfortably in the mid-20s Celsius.

Bengaluru's ORR nightmare to end? Cabinet approves Rs 307 cr Silk Board to KR Puram mega makeover

Plans detailed by Bengaluru Smart Infrastructure Limited (B-SMILE) officials include reconfiguring the stretch into a 10-lane thoroughfare. This will comprise three main carriageway lanes and two service road lanes on each side.