Varanasi flyover collapse: SP workers protest, demand high-level probe

The SP workers called out the BJP state government and demanded that a high-level probe be constituted to investigate what caused a part of the flyover to come down.

The attack was reportedly orchestrated as a joint ISI-LeT conspiracy, with instructions from the ISI to use only Pakistani terrorists to execute the operation, keeping local involvement minimal to maintain secrecy.

Referring to allegations of interference by a BJP MLA in a Hydroelectric Power Project, Abdullah emphasised that power projects are of national importance and called for law enforcement agencies to act against anyone obstructing them.

Delhi AQI Alert: The Delhi government announced that classes for grades 6 and above will continue as per the previously issued instructions. All schools have been instructed to comply with this order and inform the respective parents immediately. 

Delhi schools are shifting students up to Class V to online learning due to severe air pollution, with the AQI reaching 498. Physical classes for younger children are suspended until further notice. Older students (Class VI and above) will continue with existing arrangements. Authorities advise precautions as pollution is expected to remain high.

Thane Regional Mental Hospital is undergoing redevelopment. This plan involves cutting down over half of its trees. This action will impact the environment and the therapeutic benefits nature provides to patients. Experts suggest decentralizing the hospital to preserve green spaces. The loss of these trees affects local biodiversity and urban well-being.

Security forces have established contact with terrorists in the Majalta area of Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir. The encounter began after a cordon-and-search operation, with intermittent firing reported. Reinforcements have been deployed, and escape routes are blocked.

The announcement was made through an official letter from BJP National General Secretary and headquarters in-charge Arun Singh, stating that BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda has appointed Saraogi with immediate effect.

Kashmir, known as the paradise on earth, is witnessing massive air quality changes for the first time. IMD attributes the AQI deterioration to a prolonged dry spell with no rain or snow. While doctors advised the elderly and children’s and patients to stay indoors as the illness ratio has risen abruptly. 

The Chittorgarh District Collectorate was placed on high alert after a bomb threat email, prompting a security search that found no suspicious material.

Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav chaired a high-level meeting to undertake a detailed review of the action plans of Ghaziabad and Noida aimed at tackling air pollution in the two cities.

The NIA has filed a chargesheet naming seven accused, including LeT and TRF, in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The chargesheet identifies Pakistani handler Sajid Jatt and three slain Pakistani terrorists, along with two locals who harbored them. The attack resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians.

The NIA has filed a chargesheet naming seven accused, including LeT and TRF, in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The chargesheet identifies Pakistani handler Sajid Jatt and three slain Pakistani terrorists, along with two locals who harbored them. The attack resulted in the deaths of 26 civilians.

The 91 awards were won across Zee Media’s expansive portfolio, spanning Zee News, WION, Zee Business, Zee Bharat, Salaam TV, regional and digital platforms, recognising excellence in journalism, editorial depth, innovation, storytelling, and audience impact. 

PM Modi arrived in Jordan’s Amman as he kicked off his three-nation tour, which will also include visits to Ethiopia and the Sultanate of Oman.

The United States’ recently announced Pax Silica initiative signals a move to turn control over technology supply chains into strategic power, shaping who sets the rules in the age of artificial intelligence. India is not part of the first group. That matters, not because of symbolism, but because it reveals where leverage in the next technology order will lie.

Retired IAS officer Raj Kumar Goyal has taken charge as the Chief Information Commissioner after being sworn in by President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes.

The Indian Army displayed a Turkish-made Yiha kamikaze drone, shot down on May 10 during a conflict with Pakistan. Launched from Lahore with a 10-kg explosive payload, the drone was intended for Jalandhar but was intercepted by Army Air Defence. Pakistan deployed numerous such drones during the clashes.

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar removed the hijab of a woman AYUSH doctor during an appointment letter distribution event in Patna. The incident, captured on video, has sparked political criticism, with the Rashtriya Janata Dal accusing the CM of a "Sanghi" mindset. The doctor appeared visibly upset after the headscarf was removed.

Suresh Goyal is set to become the new director general of the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) on January 5, 2026, succeeding Poonam Gupta. With over three decades of experience in both private and public sectors, Goyal most recently served as MD and CEO of the National Highway Infra Trust.

Opposition leaders have strongly criticized the Centre's move to repeal and replace the MGNREGA, questioning the removal of Mahatma Gandhi's name. Critics allege a conspiracy to dismantle a rights-based law, calling the renaming hypocritical and an insult to the Father of the Nation. The proposed bill aims to revamp rural employment with a new framework.

Maharashtra's long-pending civic body elections are finally scheduled for January 15, with results on January 16. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) polls are seen as a key political mood test, pitting the ruling Mahayuti alliance against a fractured opposition. Control of the BMC, Asia's wealthiest civic corporation, holds immense political and economic significance.

The Centre is set to replace MGNREGA with the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, offering 125 days of work with a focus on rural, climate, and digital issues. Meanwhile, PM Modi commenced a three-nation tour in Jordan, with subsequent visits to Ethiopia and Oman to strengthen bilateral ties and economic partnerships.

Mumbai Civic Body Polls: The Maharashtra State Election Commission on Monday announced the polling and result dates for the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections.

Lionel Messi arrived in Delhi on Monday ahead of his visit to the Arun Jaitley Stadium, where he will felicitate Minerva Academy’s trophy-winning teams. Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory with diversions, parking restrictions, and an appeal to use public transport due to heavy movement in the area.

India's decision to manufacture the French HAMMER precision-guided weapon marks a strategic shift towards mastering modern air warfare technologies. This move from importing finished munitions to domestic production signifies a focus on accuracy, stand-off reach, and controlled escalation in future conflicts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-nation tour in Jordan, marking 75 years of diplomatic ties. He will then visit Ethiopia, a key African Union hub, to bolster bilateral relations and address Parliament. The tour concludes in Oman, aiming to deepen their strategic partnership and economic ties, with engagements including diaspora meetings.

Maharashtra will hold elections for 29 municipal corporations, including the BMC, on January 15, with results on January 16. This announcement follows a significant delay due to legal issues and reservation concerns. The polls, covering major cities like Mumbai, Pune, and Nagpur, are seen as a crucial political test for parties ahead of future state-level contests.

A new survey reveals 82% of Delhi-NCR residents know someone suffering serious health issues attributed to long-term air pollution exposure. This comes as Delhi's AQI reached 498, in the 'severe' category, exacerbating a public health crisis and raising concerns about affording medical treatment.