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Letters to The Editor December 30, 2025
L. Murugan urges Union govt. to rename Tuticorin airport
Ponguleti Wants Collectors to Evict Land Grabbers
Ponguleti suggested that revenue land be transferred to the defence ministry where necessary, and alternative land be taken from them in return, and also that revenue land be handed over to the Waqf Board.
State spends more than 1,500 cr. on high-end procedures under CMCHIS
Shiromani Akali Dal: Back in the game in Punjab
The SADs revival and its possible alliance with the BJP could change equations
Model conduct: on India, AI use
India must improve access to AI resources, and upskill its workforce
AP Extends Liquor Sale Hours For New Year Celebrations
As per the orders, liquor retail shops will be allowed to sell liquor up to 12 midnight, while bars will be permitted to serve liquor up to 1 am
Vishnu Temples Get Ready for Vaikunta Ekadashi
Rare shrine worships Lord Venkateswara and Shiva Lingam in the same sanctum
The quiet foundations for Indias next growth phase
In a quiet and cumulative way, Reform Express 2025 is sowing the seeds of the next phase of Indias double-digit growth
As BMC Polls Loom, Thackerays Accuse BJP Of Bid To Break Mumbai
Some people are dreaming of breaking Mumbai away from Maharashtra. This dream must be crushed: Raj Thackeray
Worker Safety is Key for Telangana, Says Dana Kishore
The National Safety Council (NSC) and department of factories have asked factories in the state to organise a week-long safety awareness campaign in the first week of March.
Special CS reviews High Court complex works at Rajendranagar site
AP: NGO Seeks Government Action Against Killing of Stray Dogs
Referring to recent Supreme Court directions, Gopal said stray dogs could be relocated only to designated shelters after proper sterilisation and immunisation.
Invalidate all forms of unilateral talaq
Only the Koranic process, which may be made gender-neutral, must be retained
A stampede that crushed victory celebrations, a shocking cash van robbery and some chilling murders
Judge: Clients Coming Fully Prepared
Lawyers formed the first and most crucial step in delivering justice to the people, Justice Narasimha said, addressing a discussion with lawyers at the Telangana High Court premises: Reports
CM Urges Devotees To Serve As Srivari Sevaks in All Temples
CM seeks local volunteers, reviews key departments at Secretariat RTGS facility
Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan Concludes At NSU Tirupati
The national-level four-day meeting concluded on Monday after elaborate discussions on science, innovation and the nations knowledge traditions: Reports
Stalin Calls Upon Women to Ensure DMKs Victory
Only by overcoming impediments and betrayals the DMK government was ruling the State so successfully, Stalin said.
Index of Industrial Production Grows At 6.7% In November
The factory output, measured in terms of the index of industrial production (IIP), had expanded by 5 per cent in November 2024
BJP Calls For New Dept For Telanganas Gulf Expatriates
BJP floor leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy said the workers were facing numerous difficulties
Delhi HC order suspending Kuldeep Singh Sengar's jail term stayed by the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has halted the release of expelled BJP leader Kuldeep Singh Sengar. This follows a Delhi High Court order granting him bail in the Unnao rape case. The apex court expressed concern over the High Court's interpretation of 'public servant' under the POCSO Act. The CBI argued the High Court erred in its decision.
ECTA 3rd Anniv: Trade Between India, Australia Increases
With the deal, Indian exports to Australia will get a major boost with 100 per cent of Australian tariff lines set to move to zero duty under the IndiaAustralia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA) from January 1, 2026
Two Men Held For Duping Woman Of Rs 1.95 Crore In Digital Arrest Fraud
The accused operated multiple mule bank accounts to receive the loot, which was later routed through hawala channels to Dubai-based cyber fraudsters: Deputy commissioner of police V. Aravind Babu
Amid the ongoing Dhurandar wave, all the December releases, including the Hollywood biggie including Avatar: Fire and Ash, have struggled at the box office. The Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday-starrer Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is facing the similar fate.
Year-Ender - AP: Crime Rate Dips by 6.17 Per Cent in 2025
On women safety, the AP police performed well by controlling crime. Only 16,347 cases were booked in 2025 against 16,994 cases last year, showing a decline in cases by 3.8 per cent.
Nostradamus warns a global superstar will die in 2026, plus 3 other chilling predictions
Nostradamus, the 16th-century astrologer, foresaw four alarming events for 2026. These include a major war lasting seven months, a mysterious swarm of bees appearing at night, a prominent celebrity struck by lightning during the day, and a grim prediction of bloodshed in Switzerland's Ticino region. His cryptic prophecies continue to spark debate and intrigue about future happenings.
Apex Court keeps its earlier Aravalli order in abeyance
The Supreme Court has put a hold on its earlier orders regarding the Aravalli hills definition. A new expert committee will now study the environmental impact of previous recommendations. This move aims to resolve ambiguities and provide clear guidance on hill definitions. The court will re-examine the matter on January 21, 2026.
4 Dead, 9 Injured After Mumbai's BEST Bus Crashes Into Pedestrians
Four people were killed after they were hit by a BEST bus while it was reversing in Mumbai tonight. Nine others were injured. The incident happened in Mumbai's Bhandup.
Hyderabad: New police commissionerates Future City, Malkajgiri created
Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Monday, December 29, said that it has reorganised the citys three police commissionerates Hyderabad, Cyberabad, Rachakonda into four new ones. The old Rachakonda police circle has now been reorganised into Future City and Malkajgiri commissionerates. The reorganisation was done in tune with the GHMC area being expansion by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Bhoodan: HC Reopens Plea Against Navin Mittal
Justice K. Sujana of the High Court set aside the orders of the Additional Metropolitan Magistrate, Maheshwaram, which had dismissed the request for directions to the Maheshwaram police to register the crime against the officials for criminal conspiracy and transferring government land.
Ilaiah Slams KCR's Brief Assembly Presence
The BRS created a huge hype about KCR attending the Assembly, but he left without even staying for two minutes: Government Whip Beerla Ilaiah
Mumbai Civic Body Polls: BJP To Contest 137 Seats, Shiv Sena 90
Ruling allies BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena will contest 137 and 90 seats, respectively, in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls.
Hindon airport is No.1 in country by recording a 3000 per cent increase in patronage over last year
NEW DELHI: The latest Air traffic data released by the Airports Authority of India (AAI) is a shot in the arm for Hindon airports ambitions to enter the big league. Located just 30 km from Delhi in Uttar Pradeshs Ghaziabad, the Indian Air Force owned airfield has clocked 1, 22,381 flyers in November 2025 versus just 3,950 flyers in November 2024. This marks a 2,998% growth over its past, marking the highest improvement among all airports in the country. Multiple reasons have contributed to this amazing turnaround, particularly for an airport which is permitted operations only from sunrise to sunset daily due to military restrictions. Airport Director Chilaka Mahesh told this newspaper, Initially we only had Star Air operating here which was connecting our airport to Nanded, Adampur and Keshod under the UDAAN Scheme. Air India Express and IndiGo have commenced operations here since March and July respectively this year. They connect key cities and traffic has been on the rise since then and we now have 25 departures and 25 arrivals on an average daily. The Airport Director said, Public in the Delhi-NCR and Western UP clearly prefer travelling via Hindon as they do not have to commute in the traffic upto Indira Gandhi International Airport to reach other cities. An Air India Express spokesperson said, Our operations from Hindon commenced on 1st March 2025. We connect to 9 direct destinations from Hindon Bengaluru, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Goa, Jaipur, Kolkata, Mumbai, Patna and Varanasi. We have 47 departing flights weekly. In a statement, IndiGo said it had 40 weekly departures from Hindon and all operations were carried out using A320 aircraft. IndiGo has daily flights between Hindon and Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata apart from six weekly flights from Hindon to Chennai and Patna. Among the key developments this year was the incorporation of the SITA network for its ticketing centre. Rapido and Buzzway cab operators are functioning while Ola and Uber cabs have recently been allocated parking bays here. Increasing the parking slots for aircraft here would help improve the patronage further, Mahesh added. We had another round of talks with Defence authorities last week. We require 34, 500 square meters of their land to increase our parking slots to six from the present two. AAI began operations at this airport, built at a cost of Rs 46.6 crore, from October 11, 2019, largely to facilitate UDAAN operations.
Mukesh Ambani's Reliance BREAKS silence on report on USD 30 billion compensation: 'Claim made by...'
The company clarified that the actual claim made by the government in relation to the KG-D6 block is $247 million, which has been consistently disclosed in its annual audited financial statements.
Drunk Cab Driver Rams Dozen Vehicles In Gurugram, Arrested
Police here detained a cab driver, who allegedly caused widespread panic near Sector 4 market area after he struck more than a dozen vehicles, police said.
2 Arrested In Gujarat For Duping Woman Of Rs 1.9 Crore In Digital Arrest
Police on Monday arrested two persons from Gujarat in connection with a 'digital arrest' cyber fraud case in which a woman here was duped of Rs 1.95 crore.
When Congress Leader Gaurav Gogoi Was Asked To Show Passport In Agra
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Monday condemned the brutal killing of Angel Chakma, a student from Tripura, in Dehradun, highlighting the discrimination faced by people from India's Northeast region.
Candlelight march in Tripura against brutal assault, death of Angel Chakma
Youth groups in Agartala held a candlelight march protesting the death of Tripura student Angel Chakma in Dehradun. Uttarakhand CM Dhami assured justice, stating five accused are arrested, with one believed to have fled to Nepal. Rahul Gandhi condemned the incident as a horrific hate crime normalized by the BJP.
Don't Click That New Year Link on WhatsApp!
Fraudsters were exploiting festive themes by sending links disguised as bank credit card year-end offers, New Year gifts, travel discounts, event tickets, and other deals: TGCSB director Shikha Goel
U.S. Stock market today: The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 282 points, or 0.58%, to 48,428. The S&P 500 slid 0.47% to 6,897. The Nasdaq Composite led losses, falling 0.65% to 23,439. Silver prices plummeted 8% after a parabolic run to $80 per ounce. Gold futures also tumbled more than 4%, falling toward the $4,300 level.
Deputy Chief Minister urges officials to remain cautious during Assembly session
J&K: Peace and stability, collateral damage of Pahalgham attack, Indo-Pak clash and Red Fort blast
Jammu and Kashmir faced a grim 2025 with terror attacks and an India-Pakistan clash shattering peace hopes. Foreign militants pose a significant threat, while local recruitment is controlled. Economic woes, particularly in tourism and horticulture, persist. Political disillusionment is rife, with promises of statehood unfulfilled and a power struggle evident.
ATMs reduce in India in FY25; fueled by shift to digital payments: RBI
The number of ATMs in India has decreased as digital payments gain traction, reducing the need for cash withdrawals. While private and public sector banks reduced their ATM networks, white label operators expanded. Bank branches, however, saw growth, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas, with basic savings accounts also increasing.
India, Bahrain exchange draft terms to begin trade pact talks
India and Bahrain are moving forward with trade talks. Draft terms for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement have been exchanged. A joint working group is being established. India is also in discussions with the GCC for a free trade pact, with terms for Qatar substantially finalized. These agreements aim to boost Indian exports and diversify trade routes.
Yadagirigutta, Dharmapuri And Other Temples In The State Decked Up For Vaikunta Ekadasi
Temple and police officials inspected the different zones to ensure seamless access for the devotees the sacred Uttara Dwaram: Reports
CM Hands Over Rs 1 Crore Relief Cheque to Family of Excise Head Constable
Compensation sanctioned under SBI insurance scheme for constable killed on duty
Raghuvanshi proves his mettle on return
Ukraine tried to assassinate Putin during Trump-Zelenskyy meet in Florida? Lavrov drops bombshell
KSRTCs city ride a draw in the New Year season
The rides, between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m. at hourly intervals,startfrom East Fort, and coversprominent areas like Palayam, Museum,Kanakakkunnu,Vellayambalam,Kowdiar,Pattoor,Chakkai, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, BrahMos Aerospace,Shanghumughom, and LuLu Mall
Watch: DRDOs New Pinaka Rocket Hits 120-km Target In First-Ever Flight Test
The long-range guided rocket has been developed by the Armament Research and Development Establishment, working closely with the High Energy Materials Research Laboratory.
India has narrowed the AI gap with Silicon Valley, says Elevations Krishna Mehra
Abandoned drone recovered in Poonch
Jammu Tawi: Police on Monday seized an unidentified drone found abandoned in a field in a forward village in Poonch district, officials said. Special Operations Group (SOG) of J&K Police received an input about a drone abandoned in a field at village Gohled in Mendhar sector this afternoon, they said. A police party [] The post Abandoned drone recovered in Poonch appeared first on Northlines .
While the MNS has issued the partys candidature form to Yashwant Killedar from Ward No. 192, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Prakash Patankar is likely to join the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena
Tripura student killing shows 'disturbing rise' in hate in country, says Gehlot
JAIPUR: Senior Rajasthan Congress leaders Ashok Gehlot and Sachin Pilot on Monday said the killing of Tripura student Anjel Chakma in Dehradun reflected a disturbing rise in hate in the country, and called for strict punishment for the culprits. The student, Anjel Chakma (24), from Unakoti district of Tripura, was attacked by a group of six people when he objected to racial slurs hurled at him and his younger brother by them on December 9. Chakma succumbed to his injuries at the hospital on December 26. Uttarakhand Police said preliminary medical reports show that Chakma suffered fatal spinal and head injuries in the assault. In a post on X, Gehlot said the incident reflected a disturbing rise in hate and intolerance in the country. The incident is heart-wrenching and a deep wound to the nation's social fabric. Increasing anger and hatred in the name of religion, region and identity is weakening the spirit of unity in diversity, the former chief minister said. Such incidents force us to question the direction in which the country is heading. We speak of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family), but such behaviour towards our brothers and sisters from the northeast is unacceptable, he said. - , Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) December 29, 2025 Gehlot extended his condolences to Chakma's family and urged the Uttarakhand government to ensure strict punishment for the guilty so that it serves as a strong deterrent. We stand firmly with every citizen from the northeast, he said. Sachin Pilot said it was deeply troubling to see how innocent lives are being taken away by hate mongers. What Anjel Chakma and his brother faced is inexcusable and unpardonable. His father, a BSF Head Constable, serves this country in the line of duty. Yet he and his family have to endure such horrid and shameful racial discrimination, he said. It is deeply troubling to see how innocent lives are being taken away by hate-mongers. What Anjel Chakma and his brother faced is inexcusable and unpardonable. His father, a BSF Head Constable, serve this country in the line of duty. Yet, he and his family have to endure such https://t.co/c8yeZNoKkX Sachin Pilot (@SachinPilot) December 29, 2025 The former deputy chief minister said the Chakma family's grievances must be addressed and the perpetrators of this crime should face the strictest punishment. Every citizen should be treated with dignity and protected from hate, yet intolerance and violence continue to threaten the fabric of our society, Pilot said. Dehradun police has arrested five of the six accused involved in the attack on Chakma. One of them, Yagyaraj Awasthi, a resident of Kanchanpur district of Nepal, is absconding. 'Horrific hate crime': Rahul Gandhi on Tripura student murder; slams BJP for 'normalising' hate
A.P. Cabinet clears district reorganisation, mandal realignment
Reorganisation affects 17 districts with 25 adjustments; Polavaram and Markapuram added, taking total districts to 28 after public consultation and gazette notification
No Change In Palamuru Project Scope, BRS Spreading Lies: Uttam
The BRS was not facing up to the truth that it was the BRS government that explicitly instructed PRLIS project officials to go slow: Uttam Kumar Reddy
Smriti reminds me of Gower, says Ratnayake
Naidu Urges Employees To Work With Renewed Vigour in New Year
CM assures staff welfare, seeks renewed vigour and collective effort in New Year
Andhra Cricket Association forms talent spotting team for U-14 selection
GVMC reorganised into 10 Zones, new Zonal Offices to function from January 1
MHA approves AIIMS Jammu proposal for a Forensic Institute
Samba, Dec 29 : The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has approved a proposal of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu, for a state-of-the-art Forensic Institute in the Union Territory. The proposal had been sent to establish an institute to consolidate evidence collection, increase conviction rates and help in better investigation and [] The post MHA approves AIIMS Jammu proposal for a Forensic Institute appeared first on Northlines .
Watch: US offers Ukraine 15-year security guarantees in proposed peace plan: Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the United States has offered security guarantees to Ukraine for 15 years as part of a proposed peace plan, though he would prefer commitments lasting up to 50 years to deter future Russian aggression.
IIT Kanpur Class of 2000 pledges Rs 100 crore to alma mater
Smriti an exemplary artiste who can compose masterpieces
Justice Bharti to be vacation Judge at Srinagar
Jammu Tawi, Dec 29: The Chief Justice of the Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has appointed Justice Rahul Bharti as the Vacation Judge for the Srinagar Wing of the High Court from January 19 to January 24, 2026. The appointment has been made in partial modification of High Court Order No. 1891 of [] The post Justice Bharti to be vacation Judge at Srinagar appeared first on Northlines .
MIM MLA Flags Civic Issues in GHMC
With Ramzan approaching, he urged the government to resolve civic issues
Enhanced surveillance, safety measures ordered for Navyug Tunnel
Srinagar, Dec 29: A senior police officer on Monday issued directions for enhanced inter-agency coordination, round-the-clock surveillance, strict access control and a robust emergency response mechanism during a security review of the Navyug Tunnel, a key link on the strategic Srinagar-Jammu National Highway. The joint security review meeting was chaired by Senior Superintendent of Police [] The post Enhanced surveillance, safety measures ordered for Navyug Tunnel appeared first on Northlines .
Not satisfied with Indias response to Myanmar polls, say anti-junta rebels
India has been calling for inclusive election in Myanmar but rebel groups urge New Delhi to exert more pressure on the junta to make the election truly inclusive
Unnao rape case: Congress welcomes Supreme Court stay on Sengar's sentence suspension
Congress leader Alka Lamba described the stay as a victory for the rape survivor and her supporters, asserting that the legal battle would continue
240 roosterfight knives seized in Krishna district
Police to crack the whip on those who create nuisance during New Year Celebrations
Congress leaders oppose changes to MGNREGA
Defence Acquisition Committee gives its nod for defence purchases worth 79,000 crore
Approval accorded for the Armys proposal for radars and guided rocket ammunition; Navys request for tugs and high frequency radio, and Air Forces proposal for missiles, simulators
DRDO Tests 120-KM Range Pinaka Guided Rocket
The rocket was tested for its maximum range of 120 km and successfully demonstrated all planned in-flight manoeuvres: Defence ministry
401(k), Social Security or pension first? The 2026 withdrawal order that can make or break you
Choosing the right order to take money from 401(k), pension, and Social Security can save taxes and make retirement easier. Your plan should match your goals, like enjoying life early or leaving money for family. Work with a financial advisor, sequence withdrawals smartly, and use Roth conversions to protect your savings for a long and stress-free retirement.
Annamayya District To Be Reshaped As Madanapalle Emerges New HQ
Rayachoti loses HQ status as Assembly segments are reassigned in a major reorganisation
Hyderabad region gets fourth Police Commissionerate, officials transferred
Future City Commissionerate established and Rachakonda Commissionerate is reorganised and renamed; Yadadri now a separate district police unit, officers transferred
Airlines have advised passengers to check their flight status regularly and plan their journeys accordingly, allowing extra time for travel.
Chandrababu Naidu calls for volunteer system in all temples, improved public services
MeT predicts snowfall across J&K till Jan 1
Upper reaches to witness heavy snowfall, Zojila; flights may get affected Jammu Tawi, Dec 29:Light to moderate snowfall is likely at many places across Jammu and Kashmir from Tuesday, with higher reaches of the Union Territory expected to receive fresh snow till January 1, the Meteorological Department said on Monday. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) [] The post MeT predicts snowfall across J&K till Jan 1 appeared first on Northlines .
Telangana Plans You Quote We Pay Scheme To Address Faculty Shortage In Medical Colleges
Once a formal proposal is submitted to the commissioner of health and family welfare, the scheme will be rolled out: Reports
Russia Claims Ukraine Targeted Putins Residence, Kyiv Denies Allegation
It was not immediately clear if Putin was in the Dolgiye Borody, or Long Beards, residence which has been used in the past by Josef Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, Boris Yeltsin and Putin.
Year Ender-2025: J&K Tourism continues to thrive with over 1.58 Cr visitors
Kashmir sees 10.68 lakh tourists; Jammu 1.47 Cr Jammu Tawi, Dec 29: 2025 has been a mixed year for Jammu and Kashmirs tourism sector, with overall footfall remaining high with strong domestic and foreign numbers, despite security-related disruptions and seasonal fluctuations. As per the details, tourist arrivals to the Jammu and Kashmir crossed [] The post Year Ender-2025: J&K Tourism continues to thrive with over 1.58 Cr visitors appeared first on Northlines .
Air India Announces PayDay Sale Special Fares For New Year
Travellers can book value fares starting from Rs. 1,950 on domestic routes and Rs. 5,590 on international routes
5 Injured After Being Hit By BEST Bus In Mumbai's Bhandup West
India reminds Pakistan of her abysmal record on plight of minorities
New Delhi, Dec 29:Reacting sharply to Pakistans remarks on minorities, India on Monday rejected the claims, saying its (Pakistans) horrific and systemic victimisation of minorities of various faiths is a well-established fact. According to a statement, in response to media queries regarding remarks by Pakistan Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Indias External Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said; [] The post India reminds Pakistan of her abysmal record on plight of minorities appeared first on Northlines .
