Carpooling app to Rs 2,700 crore allocation: Delhi environment minister’s presser on curbing toxic air – key points

Delhi environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday announced that his government is launching its own carpooling app as the pollution level rises in National capital. He also announced a Rs 2700-crore allocation over 10 years to the MCD.

Alexa architect Rohit Prasad is set to leave the company, closing a chapter in its decade long voice assistant journey.
 

Surprise inspections are being carried out at storehouses to fix accountability of officials, while reports on daily stocks are also being prepared to detect any wrongdoing or illegal hoarding.

During the hearing, senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for the petitioner, alleged large-scale deletion of voters’ names during the SIR exercise in Kerala.

The Grand Mufti said the removal of the hijab was an act of "humiliation" and a "betrayal of constitutional values". He said that such an incident is an insult to "22 crore Indian Muslims".

Maharashtra minister Manikrao Kokate resigned after a court issued arrest warrants in a 1995 housing quota case. Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar accepted the resignation in principle, forwarding it to CM Devendra Fadnavis.The Governor has now allocated Kokate's former ministries to Pawar. This follows a similar incident with another NCP politician.

Karnataka Assembly has passed the Hate Speech and Hate Crimes Bill, 2025. The legislation aims to prevent and punish hate speech and crimes. It defines hate speech broadly, covering various grounds like religion, caste, gender, and sexual orientation. The bill also outlines punishments and provides compensation for victims.

Nearly a million Indians have renounced their citizenship in five years, with over two lakh annually since 2022. This trend, raises questions about quality of life, governance, and taxation. While the government cites personal reasons and views the diaspora as an asset, the lack of dual citizenship is a key factor driving this significant outflow.

In many ways, sometimes voters may perceive regional parties as protectors of their interests, especially in a democratic system. This dynamic explains why regional identity resurfaces strongly during election seasons.

India's Dhaka visa application centre has reopened after a temporary closure due to an anti-India protest. However, centres in Khulna and Rajshahi remain shut due to security concerns. India has expressed strong concern to Bangladesh over the deteriorating security environment around its mission.

Shillong Teer Result Thursday 18.12.2025: On December 18 the first and second round Shillong Teer numbers will be announced on 4 PM. The Khasi Hills Archery Sports Association runs Shillong Teer, a one-of-a-kind lottery game centered on archery, scroll down for the result update.

All India Congress Committee (AICC) ICC in-charge Meenakshi Natrjan, Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president Mahesh Kumar Goud and other leaders sat in front of Gandhi Bhavan after police stopped them from marching to the BJP office located on the other side of the road.

The Supreme Court expressed concern over alleged "inhuman" treatment of stray dogs by the MCD, questioning the petitioner's "sense of humanity" and promising to show a video.The court is hearing a suo motu case on stray dog bites and rabies, with ongoing debates about relocation, sterilization, and shelter management.

The Supreme Court expressed concern over alleged "inhuman" treatment of stray dogs by the MCD, questioning the petitioner's "sense of humanity" and promising to show a video.The court is hearing a suo motu case on stray dog bites and rabies, with ongoing debates about relocation, sterilization, and shelter management.

Former Odisha MLA Mohammed Moquim's letter to Sonia Gandhi highlights a growing disconnect between Congress leadership and its workers, echoing concerns raised during recent state elections. The party faces persistent issues like infighting, disillusioned cadres, and senior leaders departing, raising questions about its ability to reform and regain relevance.

Kashmir is facing a severe winter crisis as bone-chilling cold, dense fog and freezing temperatures coincide with hazardous air pollution across the Valley. With Chillai-Kalan approaching, sub-zero nights, frozen water bodies and poor air quality have intensified health concerns for residents.

In a chilling crime, a Ghaziabad schoolteacher was allegedly murdered by her tenants over unpaid rent, her body found stuffed in a suitcase before their escape was foiled.
 

Karnataka Assembly passed a hate speech bill despite BJP protests. The legislation defines hate speech broadly, aiming to curb expressions causing disharmony or enmity. It includes provisions for jail terms and victim compensation. Exemptions exist for public interest and good faith acts. The government asserts it's crucial for maintaining peace and order.

Karnataka Assembly passed a hate speech bill despite BJP protests. The legislation defines hate speech broadly, aiming to curb expressions causing disharmony or enmity. It includes provisions for jail terms and victim compensation. Exemptions exist for public interest and good faith acts. The government asserts it's crucial for maintaining peace and order.

The legislation seeks to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with a revamped framework, guaranteeing 125 days of wage employment per year for rural households. The Opposition demanded greater scrutiny of the Bill, including its referral to a Joint Parliamentary Committee or the Standing Committee, but these calls were rejected.

Pakistan on Thursday expressed concern about the variation in the flow of the Chenab River, stating that a letter had been sent to India seeking clarification on the matter. Pakistan Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi noted the “abrupt variation” in the flow of the Chenab River.

In a shocking crime case, a man confessed murdering his parents, as police recovered body parts, the murder weapons, and launched a river search for the remaining body parts. 
 

In a major anti-Maoist operation, security forces neutralised three Maoists in Sukma, Chhattisgarh, while an intense encounter and search operation continue in the area.

Lok Sabha passed the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, replacing MGNREGA with a 125-day wage employment guarantee for rural households. Opposition protested, calling it an attack on Gandhi's legacy and accusing the government of undermining rural development. Supporters claim it will boost villages and deter corruption.

PM Modi Interacts With Students In Muscat; Says, 'Indian Diaspora Example Of Co-Existence, Cooperation'

Dense fog triggered CAT III procedures at Delhi IGI Airport. Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet warn of major delays. Check Air India's FogCare for free rescheduling and 100% refunds.

In a shocking incident, tourists in Himachal’s Dalhousie narrowly escaped injury after their vehicle rolled backwards down a hill road, halting against a tree.
 

Dense fog triggered CAT III procedures at Delhi IGI Airport. Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet warn of major delays. Check Air India's FogCare for free rescheduling and 100% refunds.

According to a police complaint filed by Siba’s father, Raghunath Munda, KISS authorities had informed him on 9 December that his son had fallen ill and been admitted to the hospital.

West Bengal's electoral roll reveals over 1.6 crore "logical discrepancies," including electors claiming multiple siblings from the same parent and significant father's name mismatches.Notices will be issued to these individuals seeking explanations and proof of eligibility for enrollment.