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Terror victim families rehabilitated: LG Sinha hails changes brought by Article 370 abrogation
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said the abrogation of Article 370 brought dynamic changes in Jammu and Kashmir, as militants, separatists and their patrons, are no longer being given government jobs but, identified and given the harshest punishment for their deeds. The LG handed over appointment letters to 22 beneficiaries in age relaxation cases and 19 wards of J&K Police martyrs under Compassionate Appointment Rules SRO-43 and Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS). Earlier, on July 28, Sinha had handed over the appointment letters to 94 Next of Kins (NoKs) of militancy victims from Jammu region. Speaking on the occasion, the Lieutenant Governor paid homage to the civilian killed by militants and shared the grief of the militancy victim families. Terror victim families were left to struggle in silence for decades. Justice was denied to these families. The deep scars were never healed. Such families are now being recognized, respected and rehabilitated, he said. The Lieutenant Governor reiterated that it is his commitment to restore the dignity and economic security to those families, who paid the highest price. Our mission is to bring about the change in the lives of those families who were deliberately deprived of justice so that they can contribute in society's all-round progress and nation building, he said. With the government job appointment letters to 41 terror victim families, 22 age relaxation cases and 19 wards of J&K Police martyrs, we have fulfilled our commitment, he said. Among those given job letters were NoKs of Dharam Singh, who along with four others was killed by militants in Kotranka, Rajouri. The family of Akhtar Hussain, a resident of Reasi, who was shot dead by military on July 13, 2005, was also given job letter. The militancy victim families carried the weight of unspeakable grief. Now, this new beginning will allow them to rebuild their lives with dignity, the Lieutenant Governor said. He said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah we are dismantling the entire terror ecosystem. The LG said Article 370 abrogation has brought dynamic changes in Jammu and Kashmir. On August 5, 2019 centre scrapped Articles 370 and 35A and downgraded and bifurcated erstwhile J&K state into two Union Territories. We have not bought peace, but established peace. The days of misgovernance are over. Now terrorists, separatists and their patrons are not given government jobs but they are being identified and given the harshest punishment for their deeds, he said. The Lieutenant Governor said that there are certain elements from the dying terror ecosystem who are attempting to spread misinformation or negative narratives against the country. He warned that stringent action will be taken against such elements according to the country's established legal framework. Those who are fanning separatism and threatening national unity will face the action as per the law, he said.
Locals oppose establishment of steel plant in Gurla mandal of Vizianagaram
Andhra Government allocated 1,085 acres land to Super Smelters Limited for the establishment of a green field steel plant with an estimated cost of 8,570 crore
Phone-tapping case: SC directs former Telangana SIB chief to surrender by 11 am on Friday
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday directed former Telangana Special Intelligence Bureau (SIB) chief T Prabhakar Rao , who is an accused in the phone-tapping case, to surrender before police by 11 am Friday. A bench comprising justices B V Nagarathna and R Mahadevan said the order was passed for the purpose of further investigation into the offences against Rao. We direct the petitioner to surrender before the Jubilee Hills police station and the investigating officer by 11.00 am tomorrow. The custodial interrogation to be done in accordance with law. List on Friday. Liberty is reserved to the petitioner herein to have food from his home as well as medication regularly, the bench said. During the hearing, senior advocate Sidharth Luthra, appearing for the state, submitted the iCloud accounts which were opened do not have any data and the email addresses do not open. On Wednesday, the state government had alleged that Rao was still withholding his iCloud accounts despite court order. The apex court on May 29 granted interim protection from coercive action to Rao and directed him to give an undertaking that he would return to India within three days after the receipt of his passport. Rao has moved the top court challenging an order of the Telangana High Court which dismissed his plea seeking anticipatory bail. On May 22, a Hyderabad court issued a proclamation order against Rao in the phone tapping case. According to the order, Rao may be declared a proclaimed offender if he does not appear before the court by June 20. If a person is declared a proclaimed offender, the court can order attachment of properties of the accused. A suspended DSP of SIB was among four police officials who were arrested by Hyderabad Police since March 2024, for allegedly erasing the intelligence information from various electronic gadgets as well as for alleged phone-tapping during the previous BRS regime. They were subsequently granted bail. The accused are part of the alleged conspiracy in which they misused the resources of SIB for political purposes by putting citizens from different walks of life under surveillance, police had said. Those named as accused in the case along with others had allegedly developed profiles of several persons unauthorisedly and were accused of monitoring them clandestinely and illegally in SIB and using them in a partisan manner to favour a political party at the behest of some persons and also conspiracy in destroying the records to cause disappearance of evidence of their crimes, police earlier said.
Coast Guard seizes Pakistani boat in Indian waters, apprehends 11 crew members
AHMEDABAD: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has seized a Pakistani fishing boat and apprehended 11 crew members operating illegally in the Indian waters, officials said on Thursday. The detainees have been handed over to Jakhau Marine Police in Gujarat for further investigation, they said. The Indian Coast Guard, in a swift action on Wednesday, apprehended a Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew inside India's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), Gujarat Defence PRO Wing Commander Abhishek Kumar Tiwari said in a post on X. In a swift operation on 10 Dec 25, @IndiaCoastGuard apprehended a #Pakistani fishing boat with 11 crew inside the #Indian #EEZ . This interdiction underscores #BhartiyaTatrakshak 's sustained maritime operations and India's commitment to securing its maritime frontiers while pic.twitter.com/BYZSLcBvLS PRO Defence Gujarat (@DefencePRO_Guj) December 11, 2025 This interdiction underscores the Coast Guard's sustained maritime operations and India's commitment to securing its frontiers while maintaining robust enforcement of international laws within the Maritime Zones of India (MZI), he said. Continuous vigilance across India's maritime domain remains a cornerstone of our national maritime security strategy, he added. The ICG also confirmed the interception. The Indian Coast Guard intercepted and apprehended a Pakistani fishing vessel along with 11 crew operating illegally inside Indian waters. This decisive action reflects the unwavering vigilance of the ICG and India's firm resolve to protect its maritime frontiers and uphold international maritime law within the MZI. Relentless surveillance and proactive operation remain the bedrock of our maritime security strategy, it said on X.
No Ticket Price Hike for Akhanda 2 Premiere Shows: HC
With the order on hold, theatres will not be able to implement the enhanced pricing until further directions from the High Court.
Ashish Misra to stay in Lakhimpur Kheri from December 25 to 31: SC relaxes bail conditions
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Thursday--relaxing a bit the bail conditions--allowed former Union Minister's son Ashish Mishra , the main accused, to visit his native place in Lakhimpur from December 25-31, on the terms and conditions imposed on him by the Court in May. Liberty is granted to the petitioner (Ashish Mishra) to visit and stay in Lakhimpur Kheri from 25th December to 31st December, subject to the same terms and conditions which were there earlier. The two-judge bench of the apex court, headed by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justice Joymalya Bagchi passed the order after hearing a plea filed by Mishra, seeking certain relaxation. The top court also noted that, as per the updated status report filed by the State of UP, in the main trial, 36 witnesses have been examined and 85 are yet to be examined. 10 witnesses have been exempted. The Court was also apprised by the UP Additional Advocate General that 789 trials are pending before the same judge who is hearing the case. Hearing this from the AAG, the Court listed the matter for further hearing to March 2026. During the hearing, the Court was also informed that there was a need for additional courts for hearing trial proceedings, as present judicial officers were facing extreme workload. It is notable that in May, the Court relaxed Mishra's bail conditions and allowed him to visit Lakhimpur Kheri every Saturday evening to spend time with family, subject to the condition that he should return to Lucknow Sunday evening. The Court had also in its earlier order added that while in Lakhimpur Kheri, Mishra should not participate in any public meeting or political activities and that the visit shall be private only for the family members. According to the prosecution, eight persons, including four farmers, were allegedly killed on October 3, 2021, after violence broke out in the Lakhimpur Kheri district in the state of Uttar Pradesh during a protest against the Centres farm laws that have now been repealed. The farmer's organisation, in the case, have alleged that a vehicle belonging to accused Mishra had run over a group of demonstrators. Earlier on July 22, 2023, in a major relief to prime accused, Mishra, son of former Union Minister Mishra, in the case that claimed eight lives, the Supreme Court in its order had granted him bail with slew of directions. The Supreme Court had on March this year in its decision refused to recall its earlier order granting bail to Mishraover allegations that witnesses were being threatened in the case. The accused, Mishra was first arrested in the case on October 9, 2021. He walked out of jail on February 15, 2022, after the Allahabad High Court had granted him bail. On December 6, an Uttar Pradesh court had framed charges against 14 persons including Mishra. Mishra has been charged for a number of offences including murder, attempt to murder, rioting and criminal conspiracy. The trial had begun on December 16, 2023.
Over 1900 incidents of GPS spoofing of aircraft reported in two years: Centre tells Lok Sabha
As many as 1,951 incidents of GPS spoofing and interference with aircraft have been reported across various airports in the country during the two years since November 2023, the government said on Thursday. In a written reply to the Lok Sabha, Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol said, Total GPS interference issues reported (November, 2023 to November, 2025) are 1,951 nos after publication of DGCA circular. The minister said the GPS interference reporting started after the publication of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) advisory circular on November 24, 2023 regarding GNSS interference in airspace. There have been instances of GPS spoofing and interference incidents at Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Amritsar, Hyderabad, Bangalore and Chennai airports. Global Positioning System (GPS)/ Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) spoofing and jamming refers to attempts to manipulate a user's navigation system by giving false signals. According to Mohol, International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) identifies GNSS spoofing as a form of International Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) and Wireless Monitoring Organisation (WMO) is investigating the matter. On November 10, DGCA Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for real-time reporting of GPS spoofing/ GNSS interference events around the Delhi airport. ICAO GNSS Manual contains the mitigation plan detailing preventive and reactive measures, including frameworks for continuous threat monitoring, risk assessment, and the deployment of mitigation barriers. (With inputs from PTI) GPS spoofing of flights reported at major airports including Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai: Centre tells RS
Telugu Desam Party bags Kalyandurg Municipality
The Telugu Desam Party councillor from 15th ward T. Goutami got elected as the new chairperson of the municipality, defeating YSR Congress Partys councillor M. Lakshmanna
Time Magazine to Reveal 2025 Person of the Year
The magazine's selection dates from 1927, when its editors have picked the person they say most shaped headlines over the previous 12 months.
J&K Police Conduct Searches At Locations Linked To Banned Tehreek-E-Hurriyat In Sopore
Srinagar, Dec 11: Police on Thursday carried out searches at multiple locations linked to the members of the banned organisation Tehreek-e-Hurriyat in the Sopore area of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said. A police officer said the coordinated searches were part of the ongoing investigation of a case under Sections 10 and 13 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and took place at the houses and premises of Zaffar Islam alias Yadullah Peer, Lateef Ahmad Kaloo and Mohammad Ashraf Malik. The [] The post J&K Police Conduct Searches At Locations Linked To Banned Tehreek-E-Hurriyat In Sopore appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
ICIMOD transfers Himalayan University Consortium to Kathmandu University
KATHMANDU, Dec 11: The ICIMOD has signed a deal to formally transfer the Himalayan University Consortium (HUC) to Kathmandu University, launching its next phase as an independent and regionally rooted consortium. The ICIMOD (International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Wednesday at a ceremony in its headquarters in Kathmandu. ICIMOD is a regional intergovernmental organisation that represents all eight Himalayan nations. This MoU reflects our shared commitment to strengthening regional leadership and research for sustainable [] The post ICIMOD transfers Himalayan University Consortium to Kathmandu University appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry
NEW YORK, Dec 11: Behind the Wizard of Oz in the two-part Wicked movies were people actually pulling the strings. They set the table for the hit double-punch movies long before the cameras ever rolled out: The casting directors, helped pick who made it to Oz. Our job is to know the actors that are out there or know how to find the actors that we dont know, says Bernard Telsey, one of the heavy hitters in the world [] The post Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Trade deal with India would further enhance bilateral relationship: US Representative Huizenga
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, Dec 11: A new trade deal between India and the US under President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi would further enhance the bilateral relationship, a top US official has said, underlining that Washingtons partnership with New Delhi is critical. These remarks were made by House Foreign Affairs South and Central Asia Subcommittee Chairman Bill Huizenga on Wednesday at a subcommittee hearing titled The US India Strategic Partnership: Securing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific. The US-India relationship [] The post Trade deal with India would further enhance bilateral relationship: US Representative Huizenga appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NIA raids house in Hazaribagh over suspected terror links
RANCHI: Amid the investigation into the explosion near Red Fort in Delhi, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Thursday raided the residence of a suspected terrorist, Shahnawaz Alam. The raids were conducted by a joint team of NIA and Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), in Ansar Nagar, under the Pelawal police station area in Hazaribagh. According to sources, this action was taken based on information provided by a doctor who was previously arrested by the NIA. This operation is being conducted as part of an investigation into the network linked to suspected terrorist Shahnawaz Alam , who was arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell in October 2023. The team is reportedly questioning people inside the house. Besides NIA and ATS, additional police forces have been deployed in the area. Officials refrained from sharing any information, looking at the sensitive nature of the operation. Meanwhile, the NIA team has recovered a printing machine from the house. The NIA believes that some kind of documents, posters or objectionable material were being printed there. Shahnawaz Alam, originally hailing from Hazaribagh, was arrested by the Delhi Police Special Cell in October 2023. Investigators suspect that his network may have tentacles in Jharkhand, making Thursdays raid strategically significant. Investigators are also revisiting the background of Shahnawaz, who had earlier been jailed in 2019 for robbery and theft. After securing bail in December 2020, he allegedly came into contact with ISIS handlers, eventually becoming a crucial figure in the Pune module case. Officials suspect that individuals associated with Shahnawaz may still be active in Jharkhand. Reportedly, Shahnawaz Alam alias Safiuzzama had received terrorist training in the forests of Pune. Based on fresh intelligence received in this case, the NIA team has raided his residences in Hazaribagh.
Sonatype Launches India Innovation Center in Hyderabad to Drive Global R&D and AI Innovation
Powered by Zinnov, the new center strengthens Sonatypes commitment to open source innovation, software supply chain security, and customer success.
Rupee slumps 54 paise to all-time low of 90.48 against US dollar in intra-day trade
Mumbai, Dec 11 (PTI) The rupee plunged 54 paise to an all-time low of 90.48 against the US dollar in intra-day trade on Thursday after reports surfaced that the India-US trade deal is likely by March 2026. Forex traders said the rupee fell to a new all-time low of 90.48 after Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran reportedly said the India-US trade deal is likely to be inked by March. Moreover, prevailing risk-averse market sentiment, compounded by strong US dollar demand from importers, dented investor sentiment. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 89.95 against the US dollar,
Novotel Hyderabad Airport Appoints Dharaniswar Das as Director of People and Culture
Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Dharaniswar Das said, I am delighted to join Novotel Hyderabad Airport and contribute to a workplace that prioritises growth, collaboration, and people-first values. My focus will be on creating meaningful development opportunities, nurturing an inclusive culture, and ensuring that every team member feels supported and empowered in their journey
BLS International secures renewal of attestation, apostille services contract with MEA
MUMBAI, Dec 11: BLS International Services on Thursday said it has secured the renewal of its contract for attestation and apostille services with the External Affairs Ministry. The renewed contract covers its existing service operations across Delhi, Hyderabad, Guwahati, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh, Panaji, Kochi, Lucknow, Thiruvananthapuram, Jaipur, Patna and Puducherry, BLS International said in a statement. Under this agreement, BLS International will provide MEA attestation and apostille services for educational, non-educational, and commercial documents across [] The post BLS International secures renewal of attestation, apostille services contract with MEA appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
You Have Kitchen Tools: Mamata Banerjee Asks Women To Fight Back Over SIR
In fiery remarks targeting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in poll-bound West Bengal, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee asked women of the state to be prepared with kitchen tools if their names are deleted
Alembic Pharmaceuticals gets USFDA nod for generic eye infection treatment suspension
NEW DELHI, Dec 11: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd on Thursday said it has received final approval from the US health regulator for its generic version of Loteprednol Etabonate and Tobramycin ophthalmic suspension used for treatment of eye infection. The approval granted by the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for the Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) Loteprednol Etabonate and Tobramycin Ophthalmic Suspension of strength 0.5 per cent/0.3 per cent (5 mL and 10 mL), Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd said in a [] The post Alembic Pharmaceuticals gets USFDA nod for generic eye infection treatment suspension appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To 41 NoKs Of Victims Of Terrorism Of Jammu Division
Jammu, Dec 11 : Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday handed over appointment letters to 41 Next of Kins (NoKs) of victims of terrorism of Jammu Division. Appointment letters were also handed over to 22 beneficiaries in Age relaxation cases and 19 wards of J&K Police martyrs under Compassionate Appointment Rules SRO-43 and Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme (RAS). Earlier, on July 28,2025, the Lieutenant Governor had handed over the appointment letters to 94 Next of Kins (NoKs) of terror victims from [] The post LG Sinha Hands Over Appointment Letters To 41 NoKs Of Victims Of Terrorism Of Jammu Division appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Mamata calls Shah dangerous, warns of dharna if any eligible voter is deleted from list during SIR
Krishnanagar (WB), Dec 11 (PTI) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday called Union Home Minister Amit Shah dangerous, and warned that she would sit on a dharna if even a single eligible voters name was struck off from the list during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Launching a blistering attack on Shah, the chief minister said at a rally in Krishnanagar in Nadia district, The countrys home minister is dangerous. You can see it in his eyes its terrifying. In one eye, you see Duryodhan, and in the other, Dushasan. Alleging that the
KOLKATA: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday condemned the assault on two food vendors at a recent Gita recital in Kolkata, asserting that such acts of intimidation would not be tolerated in the state. Addressing a public meeting in Krishnanagar in Nadia district, the chief minister said, All of them (accused) have been arrested. This is West Bengal, not Uttar Pradesh. They beat up patty sellers. We arrested everyone last night. She accused the BJP of trying to import a culture of communal division into the state. Training her guns on the saffron party, Banerjee said, I do not believe in communal divisions. I want to walk with all religions. What is the need to hold a public meeting just to read the Gita? Those who pray to God or seek blessings from Allah do so in their hearts. Taking a dig at hose invoking religious texts for political mobilisation, she added, I want to ask those who keep chanting 'Gita, Gita', what did Sri Krishna say about dharma? Dharma means to uphold, not to divide. They want to destroy West Bengal. They want to capture the state and stop people from speaking in Bengali. We all read and recite the Gita. What is the need to hold a meeting for that? Kolkata Police arrested three men on Wednesday night for allegedly assaulting two food vendors at the 'Paanch Lokkho Konthe Gita Paath' (Gita recitation in five lakh voices) at Brigade Parade Ground here on December 7. The arrests were made on the basis of two complaints lodged at Maidan police station, a senior officer said. The complainants, hailing from Topsia in Kolkata and Arambagh in Hooghly district, had gone to the venue to sell chicken patties when they were allegedly attacked. The accused reportedly threw away their stock and forced them to perform sit-ups while holding their ears. A video of the incident went viral on social media. Police said the arrests were made after verification of footage and other evidence.
Inside Pustaka, Hyderabads new neighbourhood library and activity centre
An initiative by two young mothers, Pustaka hopes to draw book enthusiasts of all age groups, with titles that go beyond popular picks
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Arrives At DGCA Amid Operational Disruption Issues
If the booking was made through a travel partner platform, the necessary actions for your refund have also been initiated. As we may not have your complete details in our system, we request you to write to us at customer.experience@goindigo.in so we can continue to assist you promptly, the statement read
Kerala local body polls: Palakkad hits 60% polling by 2.30 p.m.
Among the seven municipalities in the district, Pattambi registered the highest polling percentage by mid-day, at 54.29%. Palakkad municipality registered the lowest polling percentage, at 40.68%
IndiGo offers travel vouchers worth Rs 10,000 to passengers severely impacted during December 3-5
IndiGo on Thursday announced a special compensation package for passengers caught in the widespread operational disruptions between December 3 and 5. The airline said it will issue Rs 10,000 travel vouchers to customers who were severely impacted by prolonged delays or cancellations during the period. In a statement, IndiGo said it regrettably acknowledges that part of its customers travelling on December 3, 4 and 5 were stranded for many hours at certain airports, and a number of them were severely impacted by congestion. We will offer travel vouchers worth Rs 10,000 to such severely impacted customers. These travel vouchers can be used for any future IndiGo journey for the next 12 months, it said. IndiGo has also come under regulatory scrutiny, with authorities directing the carrier to cut 10 per cent of its winter schedule to help stabilise operations. Before the disruptions began on December 2, the airline was operating roughly 2,300 flights daily. 'Why allow crisis to escalate?: Delhi HC slams Centre over IndiGo chaos
IndiGo offers travel vouchers worth 10,000 to passengers severely impacted during Dec. 3-5
The compensation would be in addition to the amount that needs to be provided to passengers for flight cancellations under DGCA norms
Distract, Steal, Sell: Gang Behind Mega Phone Theft At AP Dhillon Concert
Among the recovered devices were the latest iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone 16 series, Samsung S24 Ultra, Galaxy Fold 6, and a range of premium models from OnePlus, Vivo, Oppo, Redmi and Motorola.
Isha Ambani impressed fans with her elegant and creative style, wearing a custom Manish Malhotra outfit and a mini Chanel perfume-bottle bag. Her minimal makeup, soft waves, and subtle jewelry completed the look, reinforcing her status as a trendsetter in high fashion.
Phone Tapping Case: SC Orders Ex-Intel Chief to Surrender on Dec 12
Telangana Govt seeks custodial interrogation, alleges non-cooperation in phone-tapping probe
The visit of the Foreign Minister to India has a bigger agenda of deepening cooperation in trade, defence, clean energy, higher education, and emerging technologies.
A daily wage worker in Punjab's Faridkot, who had been buying lottery tickets for nearly two years, finally won the prize of Rs 1.5 crore. But Nasib Kaur, her husband Ram Singh and the family went into hiding after they hit the jackpot. The police team in Faridkot immediately reached out to the family to provide reassurance and protection.
ISIS-linked module under probe; ED raids at 40 places across multiple states
NEW DELHI : In a major crackdown on a suspected ISIS-linked terror module, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) carried out raids at around 40 places across Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh and other regions, targeting accused individuals, their close associates, family members and entities suspected of facilitating illicit financial transactions. The raids were carried out under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED teams were provided security by the Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) of Maharashtra for the raid undertaken in the state while central security forces assisted them in other areas, the officials said. The federal agency filed a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) taking cognisance of a NIA chargesheet that alleged that certain individuals were part of a highly radicalised ISIS-linked module and engaged in recruitment, training, procurement of weapons and explosives and raising funds to sustain their operations. The ED, according to officials, also took into account intelligence inputs from the Mumbai ATS about an illegal Khair (Kaith) wood smuggling racket that used the proceeds of crime (illicit funds defined under the PMLA) for extremist activities. The accused were allegedly involved in recruitment, indoctrination, training, procurement of weapons and explosives and raising funds to for operations.
Fake Castrol Oil Seized In Delhi, Cops Bust Counterfeit Engine Oil Unit
The Delhi Police have busted a large counterfeit engine oil manufacturing unit operating in Alipur, seizing a massive cache of infringed Castrol-branded products ready for distribution in the market.
Comic Con to Debut in Kochi on February 28March 1, 2026
Presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena and powered by Crunchyroll, the maiden edition will be hosted on February 28 and March 1, 2026, at AICC Angamaly, Ernakulam.
Case Against Spiritual Leader Aniruddhacharya For Crass Remarks Against Women
A case has been registered against Spiritual Leader Aniruddhacharya over his alleged derogatory comments towards 25-year-old women.
Not Coffee Or Smoking, These 10 Surprising Daily Habits Are Staining Your Teeth
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Minister Nara Lokesh meets business delegations in Canada
Minister Nara Lokesh called upon investors to explore opportunities as Andhra Pradesh was surging forward with its speed of doing business policy
Indian Army Central Command Invites Applications For Stenographer Grade I
Eligible candidates must be officers from central or state government, PSUs, research institutes, or autonomous bodies with proper recommendations and certificates to apply.
IndiGo Offers Rs 10,000 Vouchers To Flyers 'Severely Impacted' In Dec 3-5 Flight Chaos
The airline said the vouchers can be redeemed for any IndiGo flight over the next 12 months.
22 Feared Dead After Vehicle Carrying Labourers Rolls Down Gorge In Arunachal's Anjaw
At least 22 people are feared dead in Arunachal Pradeshs Anjaw district after a vehicle carrying daily wage laborers from Assams Tinsukia district plunged into a gorge.
Supreme Court accords ceremonial welcome to Sri Lankan Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena
Justice Surasena, who assumed office as the 49th Chief Justice of Sri Lanka on July 27, shared the Bench with the CJI and Justice Joymalya Bagchi during a special sitting
Alia Bhatt honoured by Golden Globes at Red Sea Film Festival
Los Angeles: Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt and Tunisian actress Hend Sabry were honoured by Golden Globes at a glitzy gala dinner during the fifth edition of Saudi Arabias Red Sea Film Festival. Alia has earned critical acclaim and box-office success for standout performances in films such as Highway, Raazi, Udta Punjab, Dear Zindagi and Gangubai 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 .
Spotify To Let Users Power Algorithm, Generate Customized Playlists
The new feature, which will begin testing in New Zealand on Dec. 11, will initially only be available in English
Two Kashmiri Men Arrested in Arunachal Pradesh for Alleged Espionage for Pakistan
A senior police officer, handling the case said, Nazir collected a lot of information, including photographs and videos of vital military installations, and shared them with the handlers. He was in constant touch with Sabir throughout this period.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has condemned an assault on two food vendors during a Gita recital in Kolkata. She stated that such acts of intimidation will not be tolerated in the state. Banerjee asserted that all accused have been arrested. She accused the BJP of attempting to import communal division into West Bengal.
Trump administration separates thousands of migrant families in U.S.
The federal government was holding an average of more than 66,000 people in November, the highest on record
Goa nightclub fire: Court remands co-owner Ajay Gupta in 7-day police custody
Brothers and co-owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, who had left for Phuket in Thailand shortly after the fire incident, have been detained there, according to officials
Why Millennials & Gen Z Prefer Flexible ULIPs: The Rise of HDFC Life Sampoorn Nivesh Plus
What Is DHRUVA? All About India Post's UPI-Like Digital Address System
If implemented as proposed, DHRUVA could become one of India's most ambitious digital infrastructure projects like Aadhaar and UPI.
Fake Microsoft Support Racket In Bengaluru Defrauds Over 150 US-UK Citizens Via Bitcoin ATMs
Acting on a tip-off, Bengaluru Police Cyber Command and the Whitefield Cyber Crime unit raided the Musk Communications office in Sigma Soft Tech Park in Bengaluru
Bitcoin Dips Below $90,000 as AI Worries Dent Risk Appetite
Risk sentiment turned sour after U.S. cloud firm Oracle's profit and revenue outlook missed forecasts and executives flagged higher spending - a sign AI infrastructure outlays are not turning profits as quickly as investors had hoped
Police say Shravan was attacked with a bat and scissors. Once he collapsed, the womans relatives took him to a hospital but fled after. Both students were studying in Hyderabad
Mamata calls Shah 'dangerous', warns of dharna if any eligible voter is deleted from list during SIR
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has labelled Union Home Minister Amit Shah as dangerous. She warned of a protest if any eligible voter's name is removed from the electoral rolls during the ongoing revision process.
Environment Ministry allows preparation of ToR for seven water aerodromes in Andhra Pradesh
An expert appraisal committee of the Ministry agrees to the preparation of the ToR, but subject to certain conditions; a total of ten locations have been identified, and steps have been taken to conduct the mandatory public hearing at the earliest
Delhi Police Joins Dhurandhar Trend, Drops Powerful Anti-Drug Message
Delhi Police joins the viral Dhurandhar trend with a creative video using Akshaye Khannas scenes to spread an impactful anti-drug message. The witty campaign is winning praise online.
Australian Content Creators Feel Sting of Losing Young Fans To Social Media Ban
Australia has ordered 10 of the biggest platforms including TikTok, Meta's Instagram and Alphabet's YouTube to bar around one million users under 16 or face hefty fines
Nobel winner Maria Corina Machado says will return to end Venezuela 'tyranny'
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado said in a surprise appearance Thursday that she would do her est to return to Venezuela to end the yranny in the country. I will not say when that is or how it's going to be, she commented, but added that she wanted o end with this tyranny very soon and have a free Venezuela.
Congress didnt give due respect to Vande Mataram, says J.P. Nadda
Nadda asserted that the government does not want to tarnish the image of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and that its only intention was to set the historical records straight
Pranab Mukherjee had towering contribution: Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma honored former President Pranab Mukherjee on his birth anniversary. Sarma acknowledged Mukherjee's immense contributions to India's progress and democracy. Mukherjee served as the 13th President and held key ministerial portfolios. His political career spanned over five decades, leaving a lasting impact on the nation's discourse.
Adani Enterprises 24,930 Crore Rights Issue Fully Subscribed
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The airline, facing scrutiny for canceling hundreds of flights over several days, stated that it has already processed the necessary refunds for the cancelled flights.
Rent Vs Lease In Bengaluru: The Real Cost Of Each And Who Should Choose What
Rent gives you freedom. It is meant for people who move with the breeze. You can shift from Whitefield to Jayanagar to HSR without needing brain to manage your cash flow.
Budgam Police Books Homestay Owner For Concealing Stay Of Foreign National
Budgam, Dec 11: During routine inspections of hotels, guest houses, and homestays carried out by the Police Party of Police Post Humhama, Police Station Budgam, a serious violation was detected at Homestay/Guest House Rose Cottage, Friends Enclave, Humhama. It was found that the management had accommodated a foreign national without mandatory reporting. The management had deliberately failed to submit Form C, which is compulsory for the registration of foreign nationals. Upon verifying the establishments details on the Form-C portal under [] The post Budgam Police Books Homestay Owner For Concealing Stay Of Foreign National appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Madras Jazz Festival returns to Chennai with an IndiaGermany musical showcase at the Goethe-Institut
Harlem and ZOOM come together for a night of jazz and global collaborations
Hassan Lone Shifted As SE Kargil, To Hold Addl Charge
Leh, Dec 11: The Administration of Ladakh has ordered the transfer of Mohammad Hassan Lone, who was serving as officiating Superintending Engineer and Chief Project Engineer (CPE) in the PDC. He has been posted as officiating Superintending Engineer of the PHE/I&FC Circle in Kargil and will continue to hold the additional charge of CPE, PDC until further orders. Meanwhile, Mohammad Abbas will continue to look after the duties of Chief Engineer, PHE/I&FC, Ladakh, as per an earlier order issued in [] The post Hassan Lone Shifted As SE Kargil, To Hold Addl Charge appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
R&B Dept Sets Up Project Monitoring Unit For Faster Infrastructure Work
JAMMU, Dec 11: The Public Works (R&B) Department of the Jammu and Kashmir Government has established a Project Monitoring Unit (PMU) to ensure better quality and faster execution of infrastructure projects across various departments and major Government of India schemes. As per the office memorandum, two teams will function under the PMUone to monitor departmental and other routine works, and the second to oversee projects funded under central schemes and National Highway projects. The PMU will function under the overall [] The post R&B Dept Sets Up Project Monitoring Unit For Faster Infrastructure Work appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Congress didn't give due respect to Vande Mataram: Nadda in RS
NEW DELHI: Union minister and BJP President J P Nadda on Thursday tore into the Opposition Congress, accusing the party of being opportunistic and not according due respect to the national song Vande Mataram. Concluding the debate on Vande Mataram in the Rajya Sabha, Nadda asserted that the government does not want to tarnish the image of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and that its only intention was to set the historical records straight. Vande Mataram did not receive the due respect that it deserved. Those in power at that time (government) were responsible for that situation, he said. Nadda, who is also the Leader of the House, said Congress has always been opportunistic and cites the Nehruvian age to take credit when the situation suits the party. However, Congress does not take responsibility when the situation is adverse and seeks to put the blame on others, he alleged. Nadda also mentioned that the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971, does not have any provision for a penalty if one disrespects or does not sing the national song Vande Mataram. PM, his brigade bruised, exposed for their lies: Congress on Vande Mataram debate
New York/Washington, Dec 11 (PTI) US President Donald Trumps policies towards India are doing real and lasting damage to the strategic trust and mutual understanding, a top US lawmaker has said, underlining that Washington must move with incredible urgency to mitigate the damage done to bilateral ties. Unless he changes course, Trump will be the American President that lost India, or more accurately, that chased India away while revitalising the Russian Empire, while breaking up the Transatlantic Alliance and menacing Latin America. That is not a legacy any President should be excited about having, Democratic Congresswoman from California Sydney Kamlager-Dove
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Puducherry Government Announces Rs 750 Pongal Gift Set But Do You Know What It Contains?
A festive bundle worth Rs 750 is set to reach ration shops this Pongal, carrying the governments seasonal goodwill to lakhs of families across Puducherry
Hrithik Roshan Lauds Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar but Disagrees With Its Politics
Roshan shared a detailed note on Wednesday, calling Dhurandhar an example of immersive storytelling.
Family members worry about safety of fishermen jailed in Bangladesh
The fishermen from Konda Rajupalem village of Vizianagaram district, went fishing on boats from Visakhapatnam on October 13 and were caught by the Bangladesh Coast Guard
President in Manipur: Droupadi Murmu begins two-day visit, her first - full itinerary
President Droupadi Murmu commenced a two-day visit to Manipur, her first since taking office and since the ethnic conflict began. Her itinerary includes attending a polo event, offering prayers at a temple, and participating in Nupi Lan celebrations. Security has been heightened due to a militant-called shutdown.
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Karnataka: Police take action against inciteful social media posts
Mangaluru: Police have registered a case on their own after discovering a series of alarming and provocative posts on Instagram, allegedly aimed at inciting communal hatred, glorifying violence and threatening revenge attacks in the city. According to the FIR, filed by Police Sub-inspector Anita Nikkam of the Kankanady Town Police Station, the officer who was 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 .
Equity, Gold, Silver Outlook Bright In 2026, Crude Oil To See Further Fall : Kotak Securities
Sectors favourable from investment point of view in 2026 are BFSI, Technology, Healthcare, and Hospitality
UP govt identifies key suspects in codeine syrup racket; over 120 FIRs registered
Lucknow: Uttar Pradesh Police and the Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) have identified more than 10 key suspects allegedly involved in the organised nexus behind the illegal trade of codeine-based cough syrups, as the states biggest crackdown on the menace gathers pace, officials said Thursday. The identification of the suspects emerged during an extensive 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 .
UPSC has released the notification for NDA & NA I 2026, inviting applications from candidates seeking entry into the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force. The application window is open from December 10 to December 30, 2025.
Mamata announces Rs 8,487-crore project to build 20,000 km of roads
Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee will on Thursday inaugurate one of the states largest road projects, launching work for the construction of over 20,000 km of new roads across the state under the Pathashree and Rastashree schemes, months ahead of the assembly polls, an official said. The rollout of the project will be 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 .
NIA files charge sheet against 11 Maoists for looting explosives in Odishas Sundergarh
Bhubaneswar: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a charge sheet against 11 accused persons in a case relating to the loot of around 4,000 kg of explosives by armed cadres of the CPI (Maoist) during transportation to a stone quarry in Odishas Sundergarh district, an official said. According to a statement released by the 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 .
Rare migratory bird spotted in Jharkhands Sahibganj Sanctuary
Sahibganj: A rare migratory bird, Pallass Gull, also called the Great Black-headed Gull, has been sighted in Udhwa Bird Sanctuary in Jharkhands Sahibganj district after nearly a decade, officials said on Thursday. The bird was noticed on Wednesday evening, the official said. A juvenile Pallass Gull (biological name Ichthyaetus ichthyaetus) was noticed by bird watchers 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 .
J&K Govt Orders Urban Local Bodies To Secure Schools, Hospitals, Stadiums From Stray Dogs
Jammu, Dec 11: The Jammu and Kashmir housing and urban development department on Thursday directed all urban local bodies to map schools, hospitals, stadiums and transport hubs within two weeks and secure them from the entry of stray dogs. Mandatory three-monthly inspections and humane ABC-based removal of stray dogs from these places have also been ordered, along with a 30-day compliance report. Commissioner-Secretary of the department, Mandeep Kaur, issued a circular directing all ULBs across the Union Territory to immediately [] The post J&K Govt Orders Urban Local Bodies To Secure Schools, Hospitals, Stadiums From Stray Dogs appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Hyderabad International Short Film Festival receives 704 entries
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad International Short Film Festival (HISFF), taking place between December 19 and 21 has received a total of 704 entries, an impressive achievement for the first ever edition of the festival. Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan, managing director of Telangana Film Development Corporation CH Priyanka, and managing director of Telangana Tourism Development Corporation 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 .
NDTV Accesses Blue Corner Notice Against Luthra Brothers: What It Says
According to Interpol, a blue notice is issued to collect additional information about a person's identity, location or activities in relation to a criminal investigation.
Telangana-born Uday Nagaraju appointed to UKs House of Lords
