Tourist resorts including Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonamarg received fresh overnight snowfall that continued till Thursday morning, drawing large numbers of revellers.
The impact of the blast that took place in a lane near the Nalagarh police station was so strong that the windows of nearby buildings were broken.
The security forces also saw major success against narco-terror as they busted a number of drug trafficking networks and seized huge quantities of narcotics, including heroin smuggled from across the border, the officials said.
A large number of tourists have made a beeline for Himachal Pradesh to usher in the New Year at the picturesque hill resorts.
The accident occurred near the Mundia toll plaza, close to the Mega Food Park U-turn, on the Bareilly-Nainital highway.The deceased were identified as Mohammad Saif (21) and Mahtab (19), both residents of the Godam locality in Bareilly.
Currently, Chandigarh holds the distinction of being the country's first slum free city with a population of 10 lakh.
Indore Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargava has confirmed the death of seven persons so far, while local residents claimed that nine individuals, including a six-month-old child and six women, have succumbed within a week after falling ill from drinking contaminated water in Bhagirathpura area.
Security has been tightened across Jaipur, with additional police deployment, 45 extra checkpoints and a three-layer patrolling system in all police station areas.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said foggy and cold conditions prevailed in the city during morning hours, followed by cold day conditions through the day, which are expected to persist into the night.
The accused, Rambharose, alias Rajendra Sisodia, allegedly raped a 16-year-old girl in Rajasthan’s Dholpur district on December 15. To avoid arrest, Sisodia kept changing his appearance. Although police tracked him to Agra, Lucknow and Gwalior, he continued to stay a step ahead of them.
Talking to reporters, Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said the new district will comprise four talukas - Dharbandora, Quepem, Sanguem and Canacona - that are currently part of South Goa.
The victims have been identified as Gardi Birowa, aged 43, and his wife Mira Birowa, aged 33. According to reports, a group of villagers entered the couple’s house and attacked them with sharp weapons. After the assault, the attackers set the house on fire.
The initiative, part of a comprehensive security plan detailed by officials, will see Bengaluru police operating the drop-off service. Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara clarified that the provision is specifically for those who are heavily intoxicated, unable to walk or in a state of lost consciousness.
The warning was delivered directly by Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar via social media. He stated that any refusal of a ride or any demand for payment above the booked fare on New Year’s Eve and into the early hours would be met with zero tolerance.
The incident took place on the intervening night of Monday and Tuesday. The woman, who is married, was waiting for transport home when a van stopped and two young men offered to drop her.
Despite the fresh snow, Kashmir valley continues to experience an unusually warm winter, with temperatures remaining three to seven degrees above the seasonal average, the MeT officials said.
To control the expected rush, traffic diversions will be enforced in Noida's Sector 18 from 2 pm on December 31 and will remain in place until New Year celebrations conclude.
The health scare began after residents complained of an unusual smell and taste in municipal water supplied on December 25. Following these complaints, several people fell ill.
Priyanka Chaturvedi further questioned the role of oversight bodies, asking whether government agencies should have ensured the operator prioritised passenger convenience.
The IMD said foggy conditions are likely to persist over the next couple of days, along with chances of light rain, which may further affect visibility during early morning and late-night hours.
Driven by greed to seize Rathore’s property, the help systematically isolated the father and daughter.
Although, the exact reason for the altercation is unclear but the video is being shared with claims that the altercation followed a minor collision on the road.
New Year Temple Rush: Temple authorities in Varanasi, Ujjain, Indore, Mathura–Vrindavan, Chittoor, Ayodhya, and other locations have released detailed guidelines.
Joint Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Jain said extensive deployments have been planned across Delhi.
Strict rules for parties and events: Ahead New Year eve, police have directed hotels, pubs, clubs and event organisers to strictly follow safety rules.
As per the direction of the Supreme Court, Amrapali Stalled Projects Investments Reconstruction Establishment (ASPIRE) was formed to complete the stuck projects of Amrapali through NBCC
Her early education, as recounted by Jalpaiguri-based historian Umesh Sharma, began at Jogmaya Primary School in Nayabasti, where she studied until Class III.
A station diary entry from 2024 recorded that the contraband had been eaten by rats. This is not the first time rodents have been cited in Jharkhand for the disappearance of seized intoxicants.
Anjel Chakma murder: The police claim that two of the accused are from Manipur and Nepal, which weakens the racial angle.
IIT-Delhi campus placement 2025-26: A significant highlight is the surge in pre-placement offers (PPOs), which have risen by 33% compared to the previous year, exceeding 300.
Flight operations at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport remained under strain due to the fog.
Delhi recorded a 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 388, down from 401 on Monday, according to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data.
The Delhi Police had recorded the girl's statement when she was undergoing treatment at the GTB Hospital has now registered an FIR in the matter, police sources said.
Punjab Police said Harpinder had been sitting on a sofa with a relative when the weapon suddenly went off as he stood up, with the bullet striking him in the stomach. The incident was recorded on the home’s CCTV cameras.
Gurugram police said strict action will be initiated against those found driving under the influence of alcohol.
The controversy began after X user Abhinav shared an image of the job description on the platform. His post quickly triggered a heated debate about hiring practices and ethics in Indian workplaces.
Goa nightclub tragedy: Battling emotional trauma and anger over the alleged apathy of the nightclub management, the kin of some of the 25 victims have demanded that the investigation and trial be fast-tracked.
A bench of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora was hearing a petition regarding the DMRC operating batching plants and a casting yard in the floodplain, despite clear instructions on December 11 to shift from the area.
Three youths were hacked to death on December 24 and their bodies thrown into a pond in Gahmar village of Ghazipur district over an old rivalry between the two groups.
According to reports, two groups of Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorists, with two to three operatives each, are believed to be present in the area, which has witnessed encounters in the past.
The valley is currently going through 'Chilla-e-Kalan', a 40-day period of extreme cold. During this phase, night temperatures typically drop between three and eight degrees below the freezing point. However, current readings show a departure from normal patterns.
The elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah made all the right noises in the first six months in office for the restoration of statehood, but the deadly strike by terrorists on tourists on Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam on April 22 put a halt to any immediate talk of Jammu and Kashmir's returning as a state.
The facility will be set up through a tripartite partnership involving the state and Central governments, and the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA) under the PPP model, a release stated.
According to the Police, the driver and owner of the car, Mankul Mahajan, has been taken into custody. A case has been registered in the matter.
The incident, which has ignited tensions in Bareilly, saw a private party violently disrupted by allegations of “love jihad”.
According to Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation, the special extended night service will begin after 10:30 pm on December 31, 2025, and continue until 5:55 am on January 1, 2026. Regular metro services will resume on January 1, from 5:55 am onwards.
The Bhandup crash marks the second devastating accident involving a BEST bus in consecutive Decembers, following the Kurla incident last year that killed nine. This pattern has heightened public anxiety over urban transport safety.
The organisers cited respect for the cultural traditions of the Braj region and the sentiments of the saint community as the reason for calling off the event.
Pollution will be discussed in the Assembly. Its causes, solutions and the present situation will be examined in detail, Mishra said while addressing a press conference.
In a post on X, Chief Minister Dhami said that all injured passengers had been admitted to nearby hospitals and those with serious injuries were shifted to advanced medical facilities.