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December 29, 2024
8 Hospitalised After Chlorine Gas Leak
Eight workers were hospitalized after a chlorine gas leak at Garoth Municipal Council's water filter plant on Saturday morning.
1 min
10-Year-Old Boy Stuck in 140ft Borewell in Guna Dist
A 10-year-old boy fell into a 140-feet borewell in Guna district on Saturday evening, and a rescue operation was underway, an official said.
1 min
Probe anew, says court, rejects EOW's closure report
E-TENDERING CASE
1 min
2 Fined for Keeping Nonstandard Plastic and Pasting Posters
To maintain the cleanliness and beauty of the city, the Indore Municipal Corporation is continuing the action of spot fines on the use of substandard polythene and pasting posters at public places.
1 min
Metro MD inspects 11th rolling stock
Chaitanya emphasised on increasing greenery in the depot
1 min
1.25 Inches Rains Recorded in Depalpur
WEATHER UPDATE | City Sees Foggy Morning for 5th Consecutive Day, Temperature Likely to Drop
1 min
RTO Slaps Rs 52K Fine on 20 Vehicles
Over 100 Vehicles Fined for Violation in a Week
1 min
Advanced Muscular Dystrophy Treatment Centre to be Set Up at Chacha Nehru Hospital
An advanced centre for treating muscular dystrophy will soon be established at Chacha Nehru Children's Hospital.
1 min
Smart Distribution of Power to Start in Indore, Ujjain
West Discom will launch the smart distribution scheme in Indore and Ujjain. In this regard, topics like preparing gas-insulated substations (GIS), laying lines underground, implementing plans for future work of electricity in view of convenience in traffic and others were discussed on Saturday in the board meeting.
1 min
Officers posted in dist have to work extra time
Ensuring that the district will be made top in the State in resolving revenue cases
1 min
Stabbing Incident
Murder accused sent to police remand for 1 day
1 min
Youth Arrested for Stabbing Three Over Sister's Affair
A youth and his accomplice stabbed three persons following an altercation near Astha Talkies on Patnipura Road around 10:30 pm on Friday.
1 min
Vijay Nagar police meet bar, hotel operators
Keeping in mind the citizen's safety while celebrating New Year, the city police issued guidelines and tips and appealed to them to follow it.
1 min
Cross-cultural bonds sealed with Vedic rituals
Indore witnessed a remarkable cultural event where three couples from Italy, the USA and Peru embraced the rich heritage of Indian traditions to celebrate their union.
1 min
Defence Minister on 2-day visit to Mhow
He will visit MCTE, Army College and Infantry School
1 min
Fly kites away from power lines: Discom
The power company has appealed that people should fly kites away from power lines, transformers and poles on Makar Sankranti.
1 min
Building Material Bizman Dies by Suicide After Losing Money in Online Gambling
A 40-year-old building material businessman committed suicide by hanging himself at his place under Annapurna police station limits on Friday midnight.
1 min
Golu demands renaming of Muslim-dominated colonies
Indore-3 MLA Golu Shukla sparked a political stir in the city on Sunday by demanding the renaming of colonies on the lines of Uttar Pradesh.
1 min
BSF officers learn ways to ensure digital safety
With an aim to make people aware of the increasing cybercrimes, various awareness programmes are being organised by the police under the guidance of police commissioner Santosh Kumar Singh.
1 min
24-Year-Old Youth Killed for Objecting to Niece's Friendship with Accused
The body of a 24-year-old was found on the road with severe injuries and blood oozing from his wounds on Tuesday night in Simrol area.
1 min
POLICE CLUELESS EVEN AFTER 24 HOURS
MEMORANDUM | Catch culprits in 24 hours, give Rs 1 crore aid to family
2 mins
Bhargava's remand extended for a day, others sent to Central Jail
MAHAKAL EXTORTION RACKET | Temple employees have expensive cars
1 min
UEC Alumni Association's Anniv Today
On the 6th anniversary of the Alumni Association of Ujjain Engineering College (UEC), former students will gather at the college to celebrate Alumni Day christened as 'Gecutight Day'.
1 min
State to Toe 'Prayagraj Model' for Crowd Mgmt in Simhastha-2028
Crowd management or mobility plan for Simhastha Mahaparv to be held in Ujjain during April-May 2028 will be prepared on the lines of 'Prayagraj Mahakumbh', which is scheduled to be held between January 13 and February 26, 2025.
1 min
Employment fair held at Govt College
Bherulal Patidar Government Postgraduate College, Mhow organised a large-scale employment fair.
1 min
Body of middle-aged man found
The body of a middle-aged man was found near a small pond adjacent to Kalka Mata Temple in Sector 1 of Pithampur Industrial Area.
1 min
2 Youths, Their Mother Saved From Drowning in Kshipra
Two youths of a family from Sagar went into deep waters while bathing in Kshipra river and began to drown.
1 min
Admin Gears Up for 'Raahgiri Anand Utsav' on Kothi Road
Raahgiri Anand Utsav will be organised on Kothi Road on Sunday, January 5.
1 min
Day temp dips following unseasonal rainfall
The night and day temperature dipped considerably following 31 mm rainfall which was recorded between 5 pm on Friday to 8 am on Saturday.
1 min
Three Peddling MD Drugs, Ganja Nabbed
Three youths were caught separately while peddling MD drugs and ganja during a search carried out by the police here on Saturday.
1 min
Tributes paid to Thakre, Patwa
BJP workers paid heartfelt tributes to Kushabhau Thakre and Sunderlal Patwa on their death anniversary.
1 min
MP Young Scientists Cong to be held
A three-day scientific conference and science festival will be organised in Ujjain during Vikram Utsav from March 21 to 23, 2025 under the joint aegis of Madhya Pradesh Council for Science and Technology (MAPCOST), Bhopal, Vikram University and Maharaja Vikramaditya Research Institute.
1 min
Army Officers' Entrepreneurship Development Training Concludes
During the training, defence officers were provided information regarding entrepreneurship development to set up a business after retirement
1 min
ED to probe corruption angle in transport department
DID MONEY CHANGE HANDS | SPE fails to bring to light the role of any official in scam
1 min
Twin brothers' trick busted: One stole, other created alibi
An extraordinary case of theft involving identical twins has emerged in the state, leaving the police puzzled.
1 min
Vivaad se Vishwaas Scheme to reduce I-T disputes
CA Vijay Bansal has stated that increasing tax disputes are causing trouble for both the taxpayer and the Income Tax department.
1 min
Indore Cancer Foundation Celebrates 37th Foundation Day
Indore Cancer Foundation celebrated its 37th Foundation Day at the Indian Institute of Head and Neck Oncology on Friday, welcoming patients from across the state.
1 min
GST's POPCORN PARADOX
The introduction of GST was hailed as a much-needed reform aimed at simplifying the taxation system and creating a unified tax structure across India.
1 min
The Reticent PM Bids Adieu
The demise of our former PM, Dr Manmohan Singh, will leave a huge void in India's politics, economics and the ethics of parliamentary behaviour.
1 min
Pioneer of Parallel Cinema Passes Away
The sad demise of legendary filmmaker and stalwart of Indian cinema, Shyam Benegal, at the age of 90 marks an irreparable loss for both the film industry and society.
1 min
Taxing Tale Of Twin Cities
Drawing from the Chandigarh-Panchkula example, a nationwide study could be conducted to explore the relationship between state tax rates and the benefits returned to citizens
2 mins
A Legacy of Vision & Service
Dr. Manmohan Singh, the 13th Prime Minister of India, passed away, leaving behind an indelible mark on the country's growth and development.
2 mins
Time for B'desh to pay for misdeeds
THE CRISIS has led orders previously placed to B'desh Cos now to take the course to Indian textile hubs
2 mins
Kejriwal trying to rig election using bogus voters: Delhi BJP
Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Saturday accused AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal of trying to rig elections and cited cases of property owners whose addresses have allegedly been used to create fake voter IDs and bogus votes.
1 min
Imams condemn Bangla atrocities
All India Imam Association's general secretary Faizan Munner on Saturday met Swami Parmatmananda and condemned the attacks on the minorities residing in the neighbouring Bangladesh.
1 min
Congress leader Dikshit complains to Delhi L-G
ALLEGATION| Dikshit says Punjab Police have launched a surveillance against him on behalf of AAP, L-G orders probe
2 mins
Tejashwi rules out CM Nitish's 'return'
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Saturday alleged that Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar was not able to function properly as he was now a \"captive\" to a handful of close aides.
1 min
K'taka police arrest bank manager-led gang
For siphoning Rs 12.51 crore via corporate data theft
2 mins
Woman found hanging from door latch, hubby accuses cop
A woman was found hanging under mysterious circumstances inside her home near Awas Vikas Colony in the Amethi police station area, police said on Saturday.
1 min
Maha Kumbh: Fake booking websites swindling devotees
Cyber fraudsters have turned the upcoming Maha Kumbh Mela into a lucrative target, luring devotees with fake promises of VIP bathing experiences and luxury accommodations.
1 min
SC sets Dec 31 deadline to shift Dallewal to hosp
Uncaled for | Top court pulls up Punjab Govt, says farmers resisting Dallewal's hospitalisation not well-wishers
2 mins
Road closed, all flights to Kashmir cancelled due to heavy snowfall
Srinagar: As Kashmir valley remained snowbound on Friday with intermittent snow and rain lashing J&K during the day, all flights to and from Srinagar International Airport were cancelled while train service was restored to the valley in the afternoon.
1 min
Shutdown in Katra over ropeway enters 4th day
The shutdown against a proposed ropeway project in the Trikuta hills of Reasi district entered its fourth day on Saturday, with protesters continuing a hunger strike for the release of several people detained by police in Katra.
1 min
3-Year-Old Remains in Borewell for 6th Day
Hapless mother of 3-year-old Chetna, who fell in a borewell on Monday afternoon in Kotputli, Rajasthan, is pleading with the administration to bring her daughter out to safety.
1 min
HC Issues Rules for Video Conferencing
The Bombay High Court has issued rules and regulations to be followed for hearings conducted through video conferencing in the state.
1 min
Casteist turn in sarpanch murder
POLITICAL QUOTIENT | Thousands participate in all-party march; CM directs the CID to start confiscating properties of wanted accused
1 min
Our opposition to crosspathy remains
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Maharashtra issued a statement on Friday allowing homeopathy doctors to prescribe allopathic medicines.
1 min
163 B'deshis Deported So Far
The Special Branch-1 of the Mumbai Police has released data on the apprehension and deportation of Bangladeshi nationals residing illegally in the city in the year 2024.
1 min
Demand for students' union poll at all TISS campuses
A semester has passed without students' body; union abruptly suspended in April; TISS continues to charge ₹500 as union fee
2 mins
Beed, Mahadev app link nailed
BJP MLA raises alarm over ₹900 crore Mahadev betting app scam in Beed, cites international links
2 mins
Actress moves MSWC against BJP MLA Dhas
Actress Prajakta Mali has filed a complaint with the Maharashtra State Women's Commission (MSWC) against BJP MLA Suresh Dhas for dragging her name in his attempt to target NCP minister Dhananjay Munde in the Sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh murder case.
1 min
Bid on builder: Rajan acquitted for want of proof
Incarcerated gangster Chhota Rajan (Rajendra Sadashiv Nikhalje) has been acquitted for want of evidence by a special court for Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) in the case of firing at builder Dharmraj alias Bachchu Singh in September 2008.
1 min
Taljai Tekdi deteriorates
ALARMING | Poor facilities and drunkards raise safety concerns
2 mins
No Proposal for Four New Vande Bharat Trains
Several media reports recently claimed that the railway administration had decided to launch four additional Vande Bharat Express trains from Pune.
1 min
PMPML to introduce 1,600 new buses in 2025
The Pune Mahanagar Parivahan Mahamandal Ltd (PMPML) is planning to add 1,600 new buses to its fleet in the upcoming year.
1 min
Veteran journalist passes away at 77
Veteran journalist Kiran Thakur passed away on Saturday morning at the age of 77.
1 min
Goa-manufactured illegal liquor seized
In a significant operation by the flying squad of the State Excise Department's Pune Division, illegal Goa-manufactured liquor and other items worth a total of Rs31.23 lakh were seized on Friday.
1 min
1 Dead, 3 Injured in Scrap Centre Blast
One person died, and three were injured in an explosion at a scrap centre in Pune on Friday, an official said.
1 min
Traffic diversions on Jan 1
Due to the Bhima Koregaon anniversary, a massive turnout is anticipated on Jan 1. Ahead of the event, traffic diversions have been implemented on the Pune-Ahmednagar highway.
1 min
Metro extension tender process in final stages
Maha-Metro MD Shravan Hardikar has confirmed that the tendering process for the Pune Metro Line 1 extension from Swargate to Katraj is in its final stages, with a contractor expected to be appointed soon.
1 min
School principal drowns off Kashid
The principal of a Pune-based school drowned off Kashid beach in Maharashtra's Raigad district, a police official said on Saturday.
1 min
MNGL Hikes CNG Price
Gas distribution company Maharashtra Natural Gas Ltd (MNGL) has hiked the retail price of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in Pune city by ₹1.10, starting from 12 am on Saturday.
1 min
Janardhan Reddy's 17th death anniv observed
Minister for IT and Industries Duddilla Sridhar Babu said that former MLA and Congress leader late P Janardhan Reddy was a lifelong champion for the poor people and workers and he would forever remain in the hearts of the people.
1 min
100-Bed Hospital Coming Up in Saluru
State Minister for Women, Child Welfare, and Tribal Welfare, Gummadi Sandhya Rani, announced that the construction of a 100-bed hospital in Saluru has resumed.
1 min
HYDRAA to become more active in New Year, plans ready: Ranganath
Boundaries of 1025 new lakes are being established. FM radio will be started in Hyderabad to disseminate information about HYDRAA. Illegal structures are being identified through satellite images
2 mins
Locals Raise Alarm Over Contaminated Drinking Water
Residents of Chinta Bavi and Doodh Bavi areas under the Mettuguda division in the Secunderabad constituency raised concerns about contaminated drinking water on Saturday.
1 min
Job Opportunities for 25 Lakh Unemployed Youth
District Collector Dr. G. Lakshmisha said that unemployed youth will be able to settle in life only when they take advantage of the job opportunities that come their way.
2 mins
Youth kills father to get ₹30L claim
In a shocking incident at Dongri Gherosi Colony near Koppa in Periyapatna taluk, a 27-year-old youth allegedly murdered his father to claim an insurance amount of ₹30 lakh.
1 min
Priyank Favours Independent Probe of Contractor's 'Suicide'
Bribe Claim
2 mins
Cancel New Year festivities: Cubbon Park walkers
Walkers at Cubbon Park have urged the state government to cancel New Year's Eve celebrations within the park, citing violations of park rules and potential disturbances to wildlife.
1 min
Kumbh Mela: Special train to ply between Mysuru and Lucknow
South Western Railway (SWR) announced that it will operate a one-way special train between Mysuru and Lucknow early on Sunday to cater to the extra rush of passengers traveling to attend the Kumbh Mela.
1 min
Ravi Met Munirathna, Says Congress While Targeting BJP Lawmakers
BJP MLC CT Ravi called on party MLA from Rajarajeshwari Nagar Munirathna at the latter's Bengaluru residence to express solidarity.
1 min
K'taka's 2024 Punctuated With Bomb Blast, Murders, Suicides
MIXED BAG
2 mins
Transgender person appointed as guest lecturer in Karnataka
With her appointment to Vijayanagara Sri Krishnadevaraya University, 27-year-old K N Renuka Pujar has likely become the first transgender person to be appointed as a guest lecturer at a university in Karnataka.
1 min
Elaborate security measures for New Year celebrations in Bengaluru
Separate meetings have been held with representatives from Ola and Uber, and pickup locations have been arranged.
2 mins
Bidar suicide: 2 'lax' cops suspended
Two head constables posted at the Gandhi Gunj police station here were suspended for dereliction of duty in connection with the suicide of a 26-year-old contractor who died by lying in front of a train in Bidar, police said on Saturday.
1 min
Russia Foils Kyiv's Plot to Kill Officer-Blogger
A bomb, equivalent to 1 1/2 kg of TNT and packed with ball bearings, was concealed in a portable music speaker
1 min
Kursk 'ulcer' hurts Ukraine
Five months after a surprise offensive into Russia, Ukrainian troops face mounting losses in the Kursk region.
1 min
Türkiye Offers to Revive Syria's Energy Sector
Türkiye has an interest in providing electricity to Syria and strengthening the country's energy infrastructure, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar was quoted as saying on Friday.
1 min
19 killed in clashes on Pak-Afghan border
GENESIS OF TENSIONS | Border disputed as Afghanistan has never agreed to the Durand Line dividing the countries
2 mins
Our problem is not with Israel: Damascus governor
Says Syria wants peace & cannot be an opponent to anyone
2 mins
Slovak Power Supply to Kyiv May Stop
This move comes after Ukrainian President Zelenskyy opposed continued gas transit through Ukraine to Slovakia
1 min
Not sure I could survive: WHO chief on Yemen ordeal
The head of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has said he was not sure he was going to survive an air strike carried out by Israel on Thursday on the Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen.
1 min
Imran rejects offer of house arrest in lieu of holding talks
Incarcerated former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan alleged that he was offered the option of house arrest in exchange for agreeing to negotiations.
1 min
Musk censoring those who disagree on X?
Tech billionaire Elon Musk faces backlash from conservatives over alleged censorship on X, formerly Twitter.
1 min
Crafting emotions
Mixologist Atila Iskif talks about his love for the craft of mixing, working at high profile events, and more
2 mins
FOOD OF THE YEAR
Izakayas became a popular hangout in 2024. Here's looking at the trend
2 mins
STOP DYING TO LIVE
In Sanskrit, there are two specific words for knowing. One is gyan, another is vigyan or vishesh gyan. All that you can perceive and know through the five sense organs is gyan - knowledge. The word \"vigyan\" is loosely used today, but what it means is vishesh gyan or an extraordinary way of knowing. If you perceive that which is beyond your senses, if you are able to assimilate that knowing, that is vishesh gyan.
3 mins
A Delicious Christmas Indeed!
There's something magical about Christmas - it's inexplicable and infectious - as if stardust and joy have been sprinkled in the very air we breathe and Santa is indeed flying in a gilded sleigh through our skies on his way to us.
2 mins
Rising above the clutter
Over the past few years, one feature of the Indian recorded indie music scene has been the clutter of releases. Every week, one hears of numerous newcomers putting out singles or EPs, all promising to be unique.
2 mins
Game is on
2024 saw the adult game change, especially in Mumbai, with myriad game/activity rooms opening in the city
3 mins
INDIAN MARKETS OUTLOOK
Key trends that ruled 2024 and what investors can expect in 2025
3 mins
Scams 2024
Different sectors were hit by scams and frauds, here's uncovering a few
5 mins
How to help kids stick to resolutions
The New Year brings a fresh start and an opportunity for everyone, including children, to set goals and make resolutions.
2 mins
BARK TO BASICS
Understand why your dog won't listen' and simple ways to fix it
4 mins
Bonding over nutrition
As a devoted pet mom, my journey with my canine companion has been a deeply enriching and rewarding experience.
3 mins
Sarab Khanijou: Unfolding an Extraordinary Journey
Coming from a rich legacy of tweed manufacturing in the hills of Uttarakhand, Sarab Khanijou has carved out a distinctive niche in Indian menswear.
2 mins
Trash-Infested Habitats
Plastic has infiltrated every possible ecosystem, manifesting as towering piles of garbage and as microplastics in the deep sea.
1 min
Best succulents for Bonsai
Discover easy-to-maintain succulents perfect for your creative bonsai journey
3 mins
Whispers of urban landscape
Anjana Mehra's artworks from her new show are an exploration of space, identity, and the changing landscape of Mumbai
3 mins
Honda SP160 2025 launched at Rs 1.22 Lakh
Honda unicorn unveiled
1 min
Ola's limited edition scooter boasts real 24k gold accents
Ola Electric, India's leading electric vehicle brand, has unveiled the exclusive 'Sona' edition of its flagship S1 Pro electric scooter.
1 min
G 580 to boast futuristic luxury
Mercedes-Benz India, the nation's leading luxury carmaker, is gearing up to dazzle the audience at the Bharat Mobility Show 2025.
1 min
Maruti Suzuki teases eVitara
The new car will make grand debut at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
1 min
Fastest MG roadster yet
MG Cyberster is engineered for precision by former Italian Formula 1 expert Marco Fainello
1 min
For quick energy boost when tired
Feeling tired after physical work is a common thing for some. But some people feel tired and low physically and mentally, without any reason, that is not normal.
1 min
Squid Game buddy
From Korean Ramen to Vietnamese Pho, spicy noodles to try while watching the thrilling K-drama
1 min
Bollywood's Lost Year
When Hindi cinema failed to deliver at the box office and Telugu pan-Indian films ruled
1 min
Hansal Mehta defends his stance
Filmmaker reacts after Anupam Kher calls him 'hypocrite' for criticising The Accidental Prime Minister
2 mins
Sachin Praises Reddy's Heroics in Melbourne
A Knock to Remember
1 min
Young guy from India got every shot in the book: Boland lauds Reddy
Nitish Reddy's maiden Test century has not only boosted India's hopes in the fourth Test but also earned high praise from Australian pacer Scott Boland.
1 min
Gavaskar delivers scathing critique of Pant; lauds Reddy
A Tale of Two Innings at the MCG
1 min
MCG Turns Into Reddy's Canvas
A Star Is Born | Gutsy Reddy's Maiden Ton Keeps India Afloat
1 min
A Thrilling Turnaround in Mount Maunganui
New Zealand fights back to beat Sri Lanka by 8 runs
1 min
Shreyanka Nominated for ICC Women's Emerging Cricketer of the Year
Young spinner Shreyanka Patil has been nominated for the ICC Women's Emerging Cricketer of the Year award, following an excellent year in international cricket.
1 min
Pakistan struggle at 122 for 8
Spectacular Implosion| Visitors collapse leaves team reeling at tea on Day III
1 min
Carlsen dethroned by Dress Code
Magnus Carlsen's dress code disqualification shakes up chess world
1 min
Haridwar Clinches Victory Over Defending Champions Trichy
BHEL Inter-Unit Volleyball Competition
1 min
Advait's hard-fought victory highlights opening day
Sartaj League Badminton Competition begins
1 min
Atal Khel Mahotsav Award Ceremony Held to Felicitate Successful Athletes, Teams
Commemorating the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the Atal Khel Mahotsav was organised in Indore by Maa Kankeshwari Cricket Club and Kushabhau Sports Club.
1 min
Gawli's power blitz decimates Tripura
VIJAY HAZARE TROPHY | Fearless batting display propels MP to the top of Group E
1 min
Aryan, Anjaneya, Shivansh, Aryan shine in next round
Vijay Namdev Memorial Bhopal District Badminton Competition
1 min
Ragi benefits for diabetes
Ragi has been proven to be beneficial for various reasons. Here is how it acts as a superfood for people with diabetes.
1 min
Tune In
Game-changing podcasts every creator needs to hear
2 mins
Spread the love
Cheese spread and mayonnaise are both popular choices for spreading on bread or adding flavour to dishes, but cheese spread has several advantages that make it the better option.
1 min
Past & Future
With 2024 saying goodbye and 2025 entering soon, Sapna Sarfare speaks to people from different fields who share their takes on both professional and personal points of view
1 min
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