The injured officer has been identified as Sanal Kumar, a Civil Police Officer with the Railway Police, who was on duty on the Malabar Express travelling from Thiruvananthapuram to Mangaluru on Wednesday night.
The incident occurred at around 8.30 pm at a house located in the Gol Chauraha area on Wednesday night when the couple was in a joyous mood and waiting to bid a goodbye to 2025, officials said.
The incident took place in the woman's house in Jamblipada in Kalina in Mumbai's Santacruz East in the early hours of the day, official added.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a cold wave is declared when the minimum temperature drops 4.5-6.5 degrees Celsius below the normal average temperature.
According to police, Manjunath, a resident of Udeva village, was allegedly attacked by Kiran, Venu, Appu, and Manu at Atthiganalu village in Tarikere Taluk on Wednesday evening.
The driver of the pilot vehicle was injured in the accident. An investigation revealed that the police officer was drunk. A case has been registered against the ASI at the New Colony police station, and his car has been seized, they added.
A video of the assault that has since gone viral shows him being dragged by his hair, tied to an electric pole, and repeatedly slapped and beaten.
For many residents in Delhi, these shelters have brought a sense of relief and stability. Mausam Kumari (45), a mother of a 12-year-old child, has been living in a shelter near AIIMS for over a month.
A large number of visitors reaching the holy site extended their journeys to Kashi (Varanasi), Ayodhya, and Mathura, among other religious places in the state.
Najibabad Circle Officer Nitesh Pratap Singh and Station House Officer Rahul Singh, who were patrolling nearby, reached the scene with their team, apprehended the man, and safely rescued the girl. She suffered a minor cut during the scuffle.
From early morning onwards, families with children, groups of youngsters and tourists were seen arriving at the Central Vista to spend time near the iconic monument.
A resident of Koleri, Reshma, 32, is said to have consumed poison at her home on Monday. Her husband, 38-year-old Jinesh P. Sukumaran from Koliyadi near Sultan Bathery, was found dead by hanging in July at Mevaseret Zion near Jerusalem, where he worked as a caregiver.
According to police, the Class 10 student was befriended on Instagram by the accused, who posed as a young girl. Over time, they built an emotional connection with the boy, creating the impression of a romantic relationship and gaining his complete trust.
Andhra Pradesh Police are investigating the exact cause of death of the children, an official said, adding that further details would emerge after inquiry.
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.
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