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BEUMER Group Inaugurates State-Of-The-Art Manufacturing Facility At Haryana's Reliance MET City

The newly inaugurated facility reinforces MET Citys position as a premier hub for advanced manufacturing and global enterprises

12 Dec 2025 4:54 pm
Senior Advocate Named In Justice Swaminathan Impeachment Notice Calls Allegations A 'Charade'

M Sricharan Ranganathan, named in the impeachment motion against Justice G R Swaminathan, rejected allegations of favouritism and said the move undermines judicial independence.

12 Dec 2025 4:44 pm
Govt Releases Census 2027 Details: Apps For Data Collection, Rs 11,718 Crore, Two Phases

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the Census will be held in 2027, with the reference date set at 00:00 hours on March 1, 2027.

12 Dec 2025 4:22 pm
'Something Wrong': Supreme Court Questions Madras HC's Handling Of Karur Stampede Case

The Supreme Court questioned how the Chennai Bench of the High Court directed the formation of an SIT comprising only State Police officers, despite Karur being in Madurai.

12 Dec 2025 3:57 pm
Goa Nightclub Fire: Thai Officials Spotted Luthra Brothers When They Stepped Out For A Meal

While the Luthras are being brought back, Goa Police have also turned their attention to landowner Surinder Khosla.

12 Dec 2025 3:50 pm
High On Rides: Delhi-Meerut RRTS Namo Bharat Crosses 2 Crore Trips Even Before Completion

The completion of the route will offer full city-centre to city-centre DelhiMeerut connectivity, further strengthening daily regional mobility.

12 Dec 2025 3:48 pm
Crackdown On Trafficking Of Codeine-Based Cough Syrup: ED Raids To Expose Rs 100-Crore Racket

The ED conducted early morning raids on Friday at 25 locations across Lucknow, Ranchi, Ahmedabad and several other cities.

12 Dec 2025 3:26 pm
UK Man Deceives Rajasthan Woman After Promising To Marry Her, Tricks Her Into Sending Rs 2.5 Lakh

An Indian woman was duped of Rs 2.5 lakh by a UK groom promising marriage before she approached police; a cyber cell investigation is underway

12 Dec 2025 3:12 pm
Karnataka Forms Expert Team To Expedite Mekedatu Project Implementation

The order confirms that the Mekedatu Project office will be permanently set up in Ramanagara to effectively manage the project's execution.

12 Dec 2025 3:04 pm
News18 Afternoon Digest: DGCA Sacks 4 Flight Operations Inspectors & Other Top Stories

We are also covering: 'Fire Safety Infrastructure Absent': Details Of Technical Report On Goa's Birch By Romeo Lane, and other top stories.

12 Dec 2025 3:03 pm
Chilli Powder Thrown In Eyes, Palms Burned: 7-Yr-Old Boy Tortured By Own Father

It is alleged that chilli powder was thrown into the boys eyes, causing intense pain and swelling. Doctors treating the child have reported visible burn marks on his palms.

12 Dec 2025 3:01 pm
Karnatakas Shortest Railway Line Resumes Service: Routes, Timings And Details

For local communities, restart of train services is being seen as more than just the revival of a small route. It restores a vital transport link that remained dormant for years.

12 Dec 2025 2:43 pm
Fake Doctor Worked For 3 Years At UP Medical College Using Brother-In-Laws Degree

A man worked as a cardiologist at Lalitpur Medical College in Uttar Pradesh for three years using his brother-in-laws degree before being exposed and resigning

12 Dec 2025 2:33 pm
Delhi-Dehradun Highway: 18,000 Vehicles Shift To Baghpat In Major Traffic Shift

Over 18,000 vehicles shifted to the new Delhi-Dehradun highway during the Baghpat trial run, easing pressure on Delhis choking routes

12 Dec 2025 2:29 pm
Anna Hazare To Launch Indefinite Hunger Strike From Jan 30 Over Non-Implementation Of Lokayukta Act

Anna Hazare will start an indefinite hunger strike on January 30 in Ralegan Siddhi, protesting Maharashtras delay in implementing the Lokayukta Act despite repeated assurances.

12 Dec 2025 2:17 pm
SIT Submits 3500-Page Chargesheet In Zubeen Garg Death Case At Guwahati Court

In Zubeen Garg's death case, the SIT has arrested seven people, including main event organiser Shyamkanu Mahanta, Zubeen's manager Siddharth Sharma, and others.

12 Dec 2025 2:06 pm
Bengaluru Weekend Power Cuts: Area Wise Details And Timings

According to officials, the shutdowns are required for replacement of old cables and transformers, line shifting for infrastructure projects, tree trimming near high-tension lines.

12 Dec 2025 1:58 pm
'What Is The Problem?': Madras HC Questions Tamil Nadu Govt Over Objection To Lighting Deepam

The Madras High Court pressed the Tamil Nadu government to clarify why it objected to lighting the Karthigai Deepam at the stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill.

12 Dec 2025 1:56 pm
SC Stays Kerala HC's Declaration That Munambam Property Isn't Waqf Land

Supreme Court stayed Kerala High Court order on Munambam property, maintaining status quo on the land and its Waqf status until January 27.

12 Dec 2025 1:56 pm
Indigo Moves Delhi HC For Refund Of Over Rs 900 Crore Customs Duty On Re-Import Of Aircraft Parts

IndiGo seeks Delhi High Court refund of 900 crore customs duty on re-imported aircraft parts, calling it unconstitutional double taxation, as GST was already paid on repairs.

12 Dec 2025 1:51 pm
Shashi Tharoor Skips Rahul Gandhi's Meet With Congress MPs For Third Time In Three Weeks

The Thiruvananthapuram MP, who has been under the scanner after a series of remarks seen as unusually warm toward PM Modi, said that he was in Kolkata for personal commitments

12 Dec 2025 1:42 pm
Is Your Kitchen Appliance Causing Lung Cancer, Diabetes? What New Science Means For Indian Homes

A Stanford study says gas and propane stoves emit NO and benzene, which are linked to chronic respiratory illnesses, asthma, heart disease, diabetes, and even certain cancers

12 Dec 2025 1:38 pm
Bengaluru Metro Tickets On Uber: How To Book And Use The QR Code

The process removes the need to stand in line at ticket counters or vending machines, a frequent pain point for daily office-goers, students and elderly passengers.

12 Dec 2025 1:25 pm
Bengal's 'Babri Masjid' Set To Host Inaugural Friday Namaz, Thousands Likely To Attend

The preparations for the Friday prayer are in full swing at the site of the proposed mosque. Hundreds of Muslims have already gathered at the site since morning.

12 Dec 2025 1:22 pm
8 In 10 Airline Passengers Experienced Dark Patterns In 1 year, Mostly On Indigo: Survey

Forced action, confirm shaming and bait & switch reported on Indigo, while drip pricing common on Air India, Spicejet and Akasa, finds Local Circles survey

12 Dec 2025 1:19 pm
Ozempic Comes To India At Rs 2,200 Weekly Dose, Novo Nordisk Cautions Against Unsupervised Use

Ozempic has been approved for type-2 diabetes, while Novo Nordisks other global blockbuster Wegovy is targeted at obesity.

12 Dec 2025 1:11 pm
'Govt Ready To Discuss, Find Solution': Rijiju As Rahul Gandhi Seeks Air Pollution Debate In Lok Sabha

Kiren Rijiju said the government is prepared to hold a Lok Sabha discussion on air pollution, responding positively to Opposition demands.

12 Dec 2025 12:50 pm
'Age Not On Kharges Side': Odisha Congress Leader Writes To Sonia Gandhi In Fresh Leadership Row

The strongly worded letter called for an open-heart surgery to revive the Congress party in Odisha and at the national level.

12 Dec 2025 12:40 pm
J&Ks Poonch Authority In Bizarre Order Asks Teachers To Track, Report Stray Dog Population

Poonch district orders schoolteachers to monitor stray dogs, sparking criticism over privacy and role boundaries. Similar opposition arose in Chhattisgarh after a related move.

12 Dec 2025 12:36 pm
Goa Club Fire: Passport Cancellation Creates Documentation Hurdle In Deportation Of Luthra Brothers

The cancellation of their passports rendered them illegal residents in Thailand, leading to their detention by local immigration authorities.

12 Dec 2025 12:35 pm
Cold Wave Alert: Kashmir Freezes As Temperature Plunges To Sub-Zero; Yellow Alerts Across India

The Kashmir Valley is battling harsh winter conditions, with temperatures slipping further below freezing.

12 Dec 2025 12:02 pm
Rs 5,000 Fine For Motorists Dumping Garbage On Bengaluru Roads

In addition to Rs 5,000 penalty, offenders may also be asked to bear the cost of transporting the waste back to their residence, covering the expense incurred by civic agencies.

12 Dec 2025 11:53 am
Kolkata Set For Historic Welcome As Lionel Messi Arrives To Unveil 70-Foot Statue

Lionel Messi will arrive in Kolkata on December 13 with Luis Surez for a packed visit, including unveiling a 70-foot statue, meeting Mamata Banerjee, and a friendly match.

12 Dec 2025 11:47 am
Multiple Locations Raided Across UP, Gujarat, Jharkhand In Rs 1,000 Crore Cough Syrup Racket

The prime accused, Shubham Jaiswal, is currently absconding and believed to be in Dubai. His father, Bhola Prasad, has been arrested.

12 Dec 2025 11:32 am
Kerala Lottery Result Today Live: Karunya Plus KN-601, December 12, 2025 Winners

Kerala Lottery Result Today Live Updates, 12-12-2025: Heres Guessing Numbers for Karunya Plus KN-601 for Friday, December 12. Check the full list of winning numbers from 2 pm.

12 Dec 2025 11:13 am
New NICE Road Connector Cuts Travel Time By 20 Mins For West Bengaluru Commuters

At present, motorists travelling from Mysore Road towards NICE Road have to pass through Nayandahalli Ring Road and Hosakerehalli, a stretch infamous for traffic bottlenecks.

12 Dec 2025 11:11 am
IAS Officer Santosh Verma Removed From All Posts, Proposal Sent To Centre Over Controversy

Madhya Pradesh has recommended IAS Santosh Vermas dismissal to the Centre over forged promotions and indiscipline. He has also faced criticism for inflammatory remarks

12 Dec 2025 11:08 am
DGCA Suspends 4 Flight Operations Inspectors Overseeing Airline Safety

DGCA has suspended four Flight Operations Inspectors overseeing IndiGo after preliminary findings indicated lapses that contributed to the airlines operational disruptions.

12 Dec 2025 10:58 am
Goa Nightclub Fire LIVE Updates: Luthra Brothers Taken To Bangkok, To Be Brought Back To India At The Earliest

Goa Nightclub Fire News LIVE Updates: Luthra Brothers taken to Bangkok to complete deportation.

12 Dec 2025 10:57 am
'Fire Safety Infrastructure Absent': Details Of Technical Report On Goa's Birch By Romeo Lane

The report added that unauthorised hazardous external activities contributed to the severity of the incident and the tragic loss of lives.

12 Dec 2025 10:55 am
Driverless Metro In Bengaluru: How It Works And What Happens In An Emergency

For a city that has grown used to peeping into the glass cabin and spotting a loco pilot focused on the track ahead, the silence felt strange. This wasnt shock. It was hesitation.

12 Dec 2025 10:43 am
South Korean Firms Looking At India As Trumps China Tariffs Bite: Deputy Ambassador | Exclusive

Condemning the Delhi terror attack, South Korean Deputy Ambassador Sang-Woo Lim highlighted that shared security priorities with India are strengthening bilateral cooperation.

12 Dec 2025 10:42 am
'Instinct To Mislead': BJP Attacks Mamata Over Her 'Not Filled SIR Enumeration Form' Claim

Amit Malviya accused Mamata Banerjee of misleading the public by claiming she had not filled her enumeration form, despite reports that it had already been submitted.

12 Dec 2025 10:37 am
Luthra Brothers Taken To Bangkok As India, Thailand Move To Finish Deportation Process

Thai authorities told CNN-News18 that they detained the brothers in Phuket and have now taken them to the Bangkok immigration office.

12 Dec 2025 10:33 am
What Is The Pagdi System And Who Gains More From Maharashtras New Law Tenant Or Landlord?

Maharashtras new law aims to reshape the century-old Pagdi system, stirring fresh debate in Mumbai. As rules shift, a question remains: landlords or tenants - who truly benefits?

12 Dec 2025 10:20 am
'Nothing Political': DK Shivakumar Meets Over 40 Karnataka MLAs In Late-Night Gathering

DK Shivakumar attended a late-night dinner with over 40 MLAs at Congress leader Praveen Doddananavars farmhouse, describing it as a purely social gathering.

12 Dec 2025 9:56 am
Brace For Chilly Winds In Bengaluru As IMD Issues Statewide Cold Wind Warning

According to the IMD, cold wave conditions are likely to continue in several districts, while Bengaluru is also expected to experience chilly weather over the next few days.

12 Dec 2025 9:55 am
Former Union Home Minister Shivraj Patil Passes Away At 90, PM Modi Extends Condolences

Shivraj Patil, former Union Home Minister and senior Congress leader, passed away in Latur after a brief illness.

12 Dec 2025 9:49 am