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2024 Bihar floods left families with Rs 126 crore in losses: Report

New Delhi: A discussion of an assessment survey of the 2024 floods in north Bihar in the national capital on Monday highlighted the scale of household losses suffered, with data showing that damages worth over Rs 126 crore were borne by the affected families. The discussion at a workshop was based on a household-level assessment 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 11:10 pm

HM Booked After Kompally Student Assaulted By Seniors

A group of Class 10 students allegedly assaulted the boy, causing injuries to his back. The boy continued with his routine despite pain and only revealed the incident to his parents at night: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 11:09 pm

NIMS Opens Fetal Medicine Facility Worth 1 Crore

The facility was inaugurated by NIMS director Prof. Nagari Bheerappa, alongside Dr. Shagun Agarwal, head of the Department of Medical Genetics and in-charge of the Fetal Medicine Facility.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 11:08 pm

Indias first anti-terror policy to be released soon

Home Ministry finalising policy; contours likely to be shared at NIA conference this week; online radicalisation, foreign-funded conversion rackets, open borders, Aadhaar spoofing are likely priority areas

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 11:06 pm

Hyderabad Police Plan Rs.10,000 Drunk Driving Fine

Drunk driving is a punishable offence under Section 185 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, carrying a fine of Rs.10,000 or imprisonment up to six months.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 11:05 pm

Christmas is a feast of solidarity with the poor, says Bishop

Let us all be rich in love, dignity and hope, says Derek Fernandes

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 11:04 pm

Uttam Kumar Reddy says PRLiS only 35% Done

Irrigation minister says BRS exaggerated progress and hiked costs in DPR

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 11:02 pm

Jana Sena, TD Ties Strained In P Gannavaram

Jana Senas second rung leaders in the constituency say TD leaders were making snide comments against JS there: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 11:00 pm

PPP With CMC To Strengthen Primary Health Care In Chittoor

A memorandum of agreement was signed at the Collectorate by district collector Sumit Kumar and CMC director Dr Vikram Mathews. The partnership aims to improve access to primary and outpatient medical services within the Chittoor urban limits.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:59 pm

ACB raids Mahabubnagar deputy transport commissioner, Rs 12.72 crore assets found

Hyderabad: The Telangana ACB, on Tuesday, registered a Disproportionate Assets (DA) case against the Deputy Transport Commissioner, Mahabubnagar district, and found assets worth over Rs 12.72 crore allegedly linked to him and his family members. The ACB conducted searches at the residence of M Kishan in Secunderabad and 11 other locations belonging to his family 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 10:57 pm

RBI announces fresh measures to inject 2.90 lakh crore liquidity

According to analysts these fresh measures besides infusing rupee liquidity into the banking system would take away excess dollar liquidity which is believed to have inflated dollar rupee forward premium

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:55 pm

AP Signs PPAs For Four Waste-To-Energy Plants

The agreements were signed in the presence of municipal administration and urban development minister Ponguru Narayana: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:47 pm

App that helps travellers locate nearby toilets launched in Kerala

TheTake a Breakproject launched through local bodies to address shortage of public toilets, particularly for womentravellers

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:46 pm

HDK urges Vaishnaw to sanction Vande Bharat between Bengaluru and Madgaon via Mangaluru

The semi high-speed trains service between the state capital and the coast will significantly enhance trade and commerce in the coast, the Union Minister said

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:46 pm

Blackbucks Shot Dead By Poachers In Chikkamagaluru

Among the 3 blackbucks shot dead include two doe and were about 1.5 years to 2 years. However, the poachers abandoned their kill and fled from the spot

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:46 pm

Rajendra Singh Panel Says Manair Check Dams Bombed

Rajendra Singh says drilled holes show sabotage; peoples inquiry commission planned

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:46 pm

NTA To Implement Live Photo And Facial Biometric Checks For NEET, JEE From 2026

The decision follows a successful proof of concept conducted during NEET-UG 2025, where Aadhaar-based facial authentication was tested at select examination centres in Delhi.

NDTV 23 Dec 2025 10:42 pm

Govt Spent Over Rs. 1 Lakh Crore On Farmers Welfare: Gangadhar

The extensive spending and welfare initiatives were the reason farmers across Telangana were celebrating the day with enthusiasm: Telangana state agriculture and farmers commission member Gadugu Gangadhar

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:41 pm

To Spur Pursuit Of Quantum Science Nobel, Chandrababu Naidu's Rs 100-Crore Reward

Marking a major step in the state's plan to become a global technology hub, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday launched the world's largest quantum skilling programme.

NDTV 23 Dec 2025 10:40 pm

Hate Against Minorities Behind Kerala Lynching

A group of people, some with criminal antecedents, formed a kangaroo court and put him on trial, asking if he was a Bangladeshi.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:38 pm

Trump says he's inviting Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan to next year's G20 summit in Miami

President Donald Trump will invite Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to the 2026 G20 summit. The meeting is scheduled for his golf club in Doral, Florida. This move signals a deepening relationship with Central Asian nations. These countries are important for minerals and uranium.

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 10:37 pm

Court refuses to dismiss ED plea for declaring Mehul Choksi 'Fugitive Economic Offender'

A similar plea filed by Choksi, citing his arrest in Belgium and extradition proceedings initiated by Indian authorities, had been rejected by the special court for Prevention of Money Laundering Act in November.

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 10:37 pm

Simple math reveals the best age to take Social Security, and its not what most think

Simple math shows the best age to take Social Security may be later than most people think. While many Americans claim benefits at 62, experts say waiting can lead to bigger lifetime payments. The right choice depends on how long you live and how your monthly checks grow with age.

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 10:36 pm

Murshidabad Lynching Convicts Get Life Term, Victims Family Seek Death Penalty

The case pertains to the killing of Hargobind Das and his son Chandan Das, who were attacked at their residence on April 12 amid violent protests in the district.

News18 23 Dec 2025 10:36 pm

Will demolish your house, mosques: Parking dispute turns communal in MP

Bhopal: The Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh witnessed violent communal clashes between Karni Sena members and Muslims over a trivial parking issue on Sunday, December 21, leading to police action and mild tear gas to disperse the crowd. On Tuesday, December 23, a Karni Sena worker issued an open threat, guaranteeing bulldozer action against mosques 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 10:33 pm

Isro To Launch Heaviest LEO Satellite On LVM3 Today

The Mission Readiness Review Committee (MRR) and the Launch Authorisation Board (LAB) granted clearance for the mission on Monday.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:33 pm

FTA Win-Win for India, New Zealand

It is a win-win deal for both India and New Zealand.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:31 pm

Louvre Installs Metal Bars On Balcony Used In $100 Million Crown Jewel Heist

The Louvre Museum on Tuesday installed metal bars over the windows of the Apollo Gallery, where thieves broke into the Paris landmark to make off with crown jewels in a recent daylight robbery.

NDTV 23 Dec 2025 10:30 pm

NDTV Investigation: Pak Pushing Anti-India Narrative Amid Bangladesh Chaos

A day after the death of anti-India Bangladeshi leader Sharif Osman Hadi, Pakistan launched a coordinated propaganda campaign on social media to implicate India in his killing, an investigation by NDTV reveals.

NDTV 23 Dec 2025 10:29 pm

DMK has strength, ideology, and resolve to oppose authoritarian forces, says Stalin

At a Christmas event organised by theDMKinPerambur, the Chief Minister says the minority communities in the country are living in a sense of fear. He also lists the initiatives taken by his government for their welfare

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:28 pm

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio launches new recharge plan, with 2GB data, unlimited calls for Rs...., check details

Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Jio has launched a new affordable mobile recharge plan for its customers. The new plan offers variety of benefits and is compatible with 5G services.

DNA India 23 Dec 2025 10:27 pm

Survey Work Begins For DPR Of Pranahita-Chevella Barrage

Survey and investigations are going on for preparing the detailed project report for the Pranahita Chevella barrage: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:25 pm

Cyberabad records a 36 pc increase in drugs cases in 2025

Hyderabad: Under the Cyberabad commissionerate, the number of cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS) saw a notable rise of 36.6 percent in 2025, over the previous year, according to the annual crime report. The number of total accused arrested also went up from 954 in 2024 to 1,228 in 2025, 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 10:25 pm

Trump Flew On Epstein's Private Jet 8 Times, New Documents Reveal

US President Donald Trump was a passenger on disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein's private jet, at least eight times, newly disclosed records published on the US Department of Justice website on Tuesday indicate.

NDTV 23 Dec 2025 10:25 pm

Five-Year Jail Term for Bank Officials in Rs 1.76-crore Loan Fraud

Loans sanctioned using fake documents caused losses of over Rs 2.3 crore to SBI

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:25 pm

Chaos at Bangladesh high commission as protesters clash with police; 40 detained

Several barricades lay in disarray as police struggled to contain the surge. At least 40 protesters were detained during the agitation, police said.

The Economic Times 23 Dec 2025 10:25 pm

Amid Bangladesh Turbulence, Risks of Disorder in East

This situation invites the scrutiny of Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence, which may exploit the political vacuums created by unrest in Bangladesh.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:23 pm

Russian strike could collapse Chernobyl shelter: plant director

Kyiv has accused Russia of repeatedly targeting the facility, the site of a 1986 meltdown that is still the worlds worst ever nuclear disaster, since Moscow invaded in February 2022

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:23 pm

Nepal woman recovering after heart transplant at Ernakulam GH

By performing its first-ever heart transplant, Ernakulam GH became the first district hospital in the government sector in the country to carry out the surgery, says the authorities

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:23 pm

42.74L voters in Madhya Pradesh face deletion from electoral rolls

Bhopal: More than 42.74 lakh voters in Madhya Pradesh are at risk of getting their names deleted from the voter list after the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in the state, an Election Commission official said on Tuesday. Talking to reporters after releasing the draft of voter list following 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 10:21 pm

Liquidity push: RBI announces Rs 2 lakh crore bond buys and $10 billion swap; steps up support for banking system

The Reserve Bank of India is injecting Rs 2 lakh crore into the banking system through government security purchases and a $10 billion dollar-rupee swap. These measures, scheduled between late December 2025 and January 2026, aim to stabilize market conditions and ensure adequate liquidity. The central bank will continue monitoring the situation closely.

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 10:21 pm

Work to widen road atop Jawadhu Hills in Tiruvannamalai begins

Blinkers and LED streetlights will be avoided in the stretch to allow free movement of wild animals in the hills during night

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:20 pm

Councillor, two others, booked for assaulting autorickshaw drivers in Vellore

Initial inquiry revealed that separate autorickshaw stands affiliated to the DMK and the VCK have been operating near the new bus terminus, off Chennai - Bengaluru Highway Road (NH48) near Katpadi bridge for the past few years

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:19 pm

42.7 lakh voters deleted from Madhya Pradesh draft roll after SIR

Of the 42.74 lakh, 8.46 lakh are dead, 31.51 lakh were absent or had migrated, and 2.77 lakh people were registered as voters in more than one place, the Election Commission said

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:19 pm

Tenant couple among four held for burglary in Vellore

Investigations revealed that the couple frequently visited the victims house

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:18 pm

Women who do not dress modestly are: Actor Sivaji summoned by womens panel

Hyderabad: While promoting his upcoming film, Dhandoraa,Telugu actor Sivaji, at a press conference, referred to women who do not dress modestly as daridrapu m***a (wretched woman). Sivaji, popular for his negative role from the film Court: State vs A Nobody, said, I want to advise heroines not to wear whatever they feel like when going 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 .

The Siasat Daily 23 Dec 2025 10:18 pm

Indian Railways strengthens AI-based system to protect wildlife on railway tracks

In a groundbreaking move, Indian Railways has rolled out an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered Intrusion Detection System (IDS) to safeguard wildlife, especially elephants, lions and tigers, on railway tracks. The cutting-edge technology uses Distributed Acoustic System (DAS) to detect animal presence, alerting loco pilots and control rooms 0.5 kms in advance - a potential lifesaver.

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 10:17 pm

Film chamber to stop distributing movies in theatres under KSFDC from January

The apex body of film organisations in the Malayalam film industry had earlier deferred its strike, announced from June 1, 2025, following an assurance from Minister for Culture Saji Cherian that the government would consider its demands

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:15 pm

Bhatti Says Congress Welfare Wins, Voters Punish BRS

Bhatti alleged that BRS president and former chief minister K. Chandrashekar Rao was resorting to derogatory language out of frustration over the growing acceptance of the Congress government: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:14 pm

Crime news

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:11 pm

Ambush checks conducted at non-interlocked level crossings in Tiruvarur - Karaikudi section by railway team

This is the second such checks in the Division this month to strengthen safety compliance

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:11 pm

Low temperature and frost lead to loss for tea sector in Munnar

A large quantity of tea leaves have wilted owing to the frost. Once it melts, tender leaf buds dry up under the sun. Plucking then cannot be resumed for another three months, leading to substantial loss

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:10 pm

Rupee rises 5 paise to settle at 89.63 against US dollar

Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) The rupee rose 5 paise to settle at 89.63 against the US dollar on Tuesday on the back of a weaker greenback. However, a rise in global crude oil prices, coupled with foreign capital outflows, prevented sharper gains in the local unit, according to forex traders. At the interbank foreign exchange, the rupee opened at 89.67 and traded in the range of 89.58-89.85 before settling at 89.63 against the greenback, up 5 paise from its previous close. The rupee on Monday pared initial gains to settle slightly down by 1 paisa at 89.68 against the US

The Sen Times 23 Dec 2025 10:10 pm

Tiger found dead on NH-565

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:09 pm

Where are the sympathizers of Palestine when Hindus are being persecuted in Bangladesh?

Ajay Kumar, Lucknow There is no shortage in India of leaders and political parties who do not hesitate to stand with Muslims in any corner of the world. When Israel takes action against Hamas terrorists in Gaza, leaders of many parties and Muslim organizations here start beating their chests and even turn violent in [] The post Where are the sympathizers of Palestine when Hindus are being persecuted in Bangladesh? appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Dec 2025 10:09 pm

Imran Masood Changes His Tone, Demands Priyanka as Prime Minister

By Sanjay Saxena, Lucknow Congress MP Imran Masood has suddenly thrown his partys leadership into a fresh storm of debate. Until yesterday, he spoke of making Rahul Gandhi the Prime Minister, but now his tone has changed. In an interview to a news agency, Imran openly advocated making Priyanka Vadra the Prime Minister. He said, [] The post Imran Masood Changes His Tone, Demands Priyanka as Prime Minister appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Dec 2025 10:07 pm

Worlds Shameless Silence on the Massacre of Hindus in Bangladesh

Sanjay Saxena, Lucknow Senior Journalist skslko28@gmail.com 9454105568, 8299050585 After the forced removal of Sheikh Hasinas government in Bangladesh, the brutality being inflicted on the Hindu community there has drawn global attention. In matters of atrocities against Hindus, Bangladesh now appears to be moving along the same path as Pakistan. Since Hasinas government fell, nearly two [] The post Worlds Shameless Silence on the Massacre of Hindus in Bangladesh appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Dec 2025 10:05 pm

Nitin Nabin calls Rahul Gandhi a part-time politician

After Bihar, the BJP will win West Bengal and Kerala as well, the newly elected party president said, adding that the BJP is a party in which any worker who works with honesty and determination could reach the top

The Hindu 23 Dec 2025 10:05 pm

Naidu Unveils South India Rocketry Challenge 2026 Poster

The state government would organise the prestigious rocketry competition under the aegis of the Science City of Andhra Pradesh in Amaravati : Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 10:05 pm

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Complete list of fixtures, venues, timings, live streaming details and more

Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26: Below is the complete list of fixtures of this edition, along with timings, venue, and live streaming details.

DNA India 23 Dec 2025 10:03 pm

VBG RAM G: A Rural Reform Grounded in Outcomes, Not Optics

By Girdhari Lal Raina, Ex-MLC The passage of the Viksit BharatGuarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VBG RAM G) Act, 2025 marks a significant moment in the evolution of Indias rural development policy. Introduced in Parliament on December 16, passed by both Houses, and receiving Presidential assent on December 21, the Act replaces [] The post VBG RAM G: A Rural Reform Grounded in Outcomes, Not Optics appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Dec 2025 10:02 pm

Sensex slips 42 pts after two-day rally; IT, pharma shares fall on profit-taking

Mumbai, Dec 23 (PTI) Benchmark stock index BSE Sensex slipped by 42 points in a volatile trade on Tuesday following profit-taking in IT and pharma shares and mixed global cues. Snapping the two-day gaining streak, the 30-share BSE Sensex dipped 42.64 points or 0.05 per cent to settle at 85,524.84. The index moved in a range during the day, hitting a high of 85,704.93 and a low of 85,342.99. The 50-share NSE Nifty closed marginally up by 4.75 points or 0.02 per cent to 26,177.15. Metals, FMCG and energy shares witnessed buying interest, while IT and pharma saw selective pressure.

The Sen Times 23 Dec 2025 10:02 pm

Environmental Laws under threat!

The unchecked operation of banquet halls in Jammu and Kashmir without valid permission has emerged as a serious environmental and regulatory concern. Running any industry or banquet hall without valid consent is not merely an administrative lapse but a clear violation of environmental laws. These establishments generate significant air emissions, wastewater, solid waste, and noise [] The post Environmental Laws under threat! appeared first on Northlines .

The Northlines 23 Dec 2025 10:01 pm

GHMC to Have 300 Wards, Gazette Soon

The government plans to hold a special debate on the GHMC expansion and ward delimitation during the forthcoming winter session of the Legislative Assembly

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 9:59 pm

SIR: Madhya Pradesh records over 42 lakh deletions from draft electoral rolls

BHOPAL: As many as 42.74 lakh electors out of the total 5.74 crore were removed from the draft electoral rolls published on Tuesday after the contentious Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Madhya Pradesh. Out of the 42,74,160 names that were removed from the electoral rolls, 19.19 lakh were men, while 23.64 lakh were women. The total number of voters who filled up the SIR enumeration forms stands at over 5.31 crore. As many as 8,65, 832 voters remained unmapped, as the details of their parents or grandparents were not found in the 2003 voter roll. These voters will be given a week's time to appear personally with any of the 13 documents mentioned by the Election Commission and get their names added in the final list, which will be published on February 21, 2026. According to the state's Chief Electoral Officer S K Jha, out of the excluded voters, 31.51 lakh were absent (shifted out of the state or were absent during the enumeration exercise), 8.46 lakh were deceased, and 2.77 lakh were duplicate (whose name was found to be existing in multiple constituencies). Large number of deletions were recorded at Indore, Jabalpur and Bhopal. Indore topped the list with the highest number of absent and unmapped voters, while it was second in the list of shifted, deceased and duplicate voters. Indore houses nine assembly segments, all of which were won by the ruling BJP in the 2023 state elections. The highest number of dead voters was recorded at Jabalpur while Bhopal topped the list of shifted voters. Burhanpur housed maximum number of duplicate voters in the state. The newly created Pandhurna, Alirajpur, Umaria and Sidhi recorded lesser number of deletions. To handle grievances and speed up corrections, 725 additional Electoral Registration Officers have been appointed. According to the EC, the draft electoral rolls can be accessed through the poll body's website or the Booth Level Officers. Claims and objections can be filed until January 22, and any eligible voter whose name has been removed can apply for inclusion using Form 6. The second phase of the SIR will run from January 22 to February 14, after which the final electoral roll for the states and UT will be published on February 21.

The New Indian Express 23 Dec 2025 9:59 pm

East Godavari Konaseema Suspend Bobbarlanka Shrimp Seed Lease

The meeting reviewed the dispute between fishermen of Dowleswaram in East Godavari district and Bobbarlanka in Konaseema district over shrimp seed collection, which has been continuing for the past two decades: Reports

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 9:59 pm

Vajpayee Bronze Statue To Be Unveiled in Amaravati on December 25

BJP AP chief P.V.N. Madhav reviews centenary celebrations, and Atal Smriti Van works

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 9:59 pm

Heroes, Villains, Side Artistes and Extras in Indias Politics of 2025

Stalwarts like Union home minister Amit Shah failed to douse the grave Opposition doubts in Parliament over the ECs functioning and the SIR issue.

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 9:58 pm

'Economic golden age': Donald Trump hails Q3 GDP beat as proof of tariffs push; inflation and jobs data add caution

America's economy showed robust growth in the third quarter, exceeding expectations. President Donald Trump highlighted this as a success of his policies, including tariffs and tax cuts.

The Times of India 23 Dec 2025 9:56 pm

Punjab police file forgery case based on former IPS officer's suicide note alleging Rs 8 crore cyber fraud

CHANDIGARH: Punjab Police have filed a case of forgery among other offences against cyber fraudsters who allegedly duped former Inspector General of Police Amar Singh Chahal of Rs 8.10 crore. Chahal shot himself in Patiala on Monday and continues to remain in a critical condition. Highly placed sources said that Patiala Police has registered a case under sections pertaining to forgery and the IT Act on the basis of the suicide note in which Chahal had made serious revelations regarding the fraud. Senior Superintendent of Police of Patiala Varun Sharma confirmed that a FIR has been registered. He said that investigations have started to ascertain the role of everyone involved. We will ensure that all those linked to the fraud are identified and arrested. A probe has been initiated, he said. Chahal is currently under observation after a surgery. His condition is critical and the next 48 to 72 hours are crucial, said an officer on condition of anonymity. The former IGP was yesterday taken to a private hospital in Patiala. As per the hand written suicide note has been recovered from the scene which indicates that he was a victim of some financial fraud allegedly caused by an online fraud. He detailed the circumstances that led to his extreme step. He had alleged that he was defrauded by what he described as a highly sophisticated gang of scammers. He had recently joined a WhatsApp group operating under the name of an 'IPS group,' where members promised exceptionally high returns on investments. He expressed deep distress over his inability to repay those who had extended financial support to him in good faith. In a twelve page note he wrote, With sorrow, pain and despair I have to bring it to your kind notice I have been cheated by the cyber thugs posing as 'wealth equity advisers to the tune of Rs 8.10 crore. At the outset I regret that I did not use due caution while parting with my money. Actually I saw this group every active of whatsapp and telegram. They were claiming to representing group which is authorised by Government of India and SEBI to educate and help retail investors earn good money from capital markets. Chahal wrote in the note that from October 28, 2025, a person posing as a senior executive of a private bank began to give tips on capital markets every day, whereby they explained stock market and other factor effecting Indian markets. The details of the beneficiaries where money was transferred are given in my dairy giving date wise transfer of funds. Also of details of amounts I borrowed from different people. The details of the bank accounts are also given where money was transferred. This can give a clear picture about the money trail, it stated. Chahal, retired as Inspector General of Police and is one of the accused in the 2015 Behbal Kalan and Kotkapura firing cases in Faridkot.

The New Indian Express 23 Dec 2025 9:53 pm

Knight Frank Says 2025 Housing Affordability Up in 7 Cities

The supportive interest rate environment is likely to continue into 2026, underpinned by the Indian economys sustained and stable growth momentum

Deccan Chronicle 23 Dec 2025 9:53 pm

Bihar govt promotes 31 IPS officers

Patna, Dec 23 (PTI) The Bihar government on Tuesday promoted 31 IPS officers, which will be effective from January 1, 2026, a notification issued by the Home Department said. Kundan Krishnan, a 1994-batch IPS officer, has been promoted to the rank of Director General of Police from the post of Additional Director General, it said. Eight officers of the 2008 batch, including DIGs Kim, Nitasha Guriya, Satyaveer Singh, Upendra Kumar Sharma, Bikas Burman and Manoj Kumar, were elevated to the rank of Inspector General. The notification said that 22 IPS officers of the 2012 batch have been promoted to the

The Sen Times 23 Dec 2025 9:51 pm