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New Year begins on a wet note for Mumbaikars, unexpected rain drenches parts of city

New Year begins on a wet note for Mumbaikars, unexpected rain drenches parts of city

Showers began shortly before 6 a.m., with some areas experiencing moderate rain while others reported light drizzling. The intensity of the rain gradually eased after around 6.15 a.m. Residents in Colaba, Byculla and Lower Parel described monsoon-like conditions, with visibility dropping significantly along key stretches such as the Coastal Road and the Eastern Freeway due to the rainfall. By dawn, the showers had slowed down and settled into a steady drizzle. Jan 1, 2026
Too drunk to walk? Karnataka to drop heavily intoxicated revellers home, sets up rest centres for New Year crowds [Watch]

Too drunk to walk? Karnataka to drop heavily intoxicated revellers home, sets up rest centres for New Year crowds [Watch]

Parameshwara added that strict instructions have been issued to bars and pubs, and the government is closely monitoring arrangements to prevent any mishaps in crowded areas. "In some districts, such activity does not take place. But in places like Bengaluru, Mysuru, Hubballi, Belagavi and Mangaluru, people come out onto the streets to celebrate. In Bengaluru especially, a large number of people come from outside the state. Kannadigas are fewer in number; many come from elsewhere, drink and enjoy. When large crowds gather, there can be pushing and jostling. That is why we are paying extra attention," he said. Jan 1, 2026
ISKP emerges as Pakistan's new deniable proxy against India

ISKP emerges as Pakistan's new deniable proxy against India

An Intelligence Bureau official said that plans are already afoot to expand the footprint of the ISKP into India, with the main focus being Jammu and Kashmir. This is a dangerous game that Pakistan is playing, as the final goal is to infiltrate India. While the ISKP has immense capabilities for carrying out large-scale strikes, the benefit Pakistan would gain is the deniability factor. The ISKP is not a Pakistan-based group. It is headquartered in Afghanistan, and hence if an attack is carried out in India, the trail would not lead back to Islamabad, officials say. Dec 31, 2025
'Divine festival of faith, traditions': PM Modi on 2nd anniversary of Ram Mandir's 'Pran Pratishtha'

'Divine festival of faith, traditions': PM Modi on 2nd anniversary of Ram Mandir's 'Pran Pratishtha'

In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Today, the second anniversary of the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Lalla is being celebrated on the sacred land of Ayodhya Ji. This anniversary is a divine festival of our faith and traditions. On this holy and pure occasion, from the side of all Ram devotees of the country and abroad, my crores of salutations and obeisance at the feet of Lord Shri Ram! My infinite best wishes to all the countrymen." Dec 31, 2025
Ready for another year of even stronger ties with India: US Embassy

Ready for another year of even stronger ties with India: US Embassy

The video also shows glimpses of meeting between External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting besides the two nations signing a 10-year Update of the Framework for the US-India Major Defence Partnership. Dec 31, 2025
CBI court sentences three to 3-year imprisonment in bank loan fraud case

CBI court sentences three to 3-year imprisonment in bank loan fraud case

CBI investigation revealed that Jayesh Prajapati, along with Alpesh Thakkar, Balmukund Dubey and Dharmesh Dhairya, prepared and used forged documents as genuine to secure the loan. The accused also opened fictitious bank accounts to siphon off the loan amount, thereby cheating Vijaya Bank. Dec 31, 2025
293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Yunus took over: Rights group

293 killed in mob attacks in Bangladesh since Yunus took over: Rights group

"People have been beaten and killed without any evidence, investigation or legal process, by creating suspicion and rumours. In the name of the Tawheed Janata, mobs have been illegally formed to vandalise art and cultural centres, attack the Baul community -- and even burn bodies from graves. There have been incidents of harassment of people of opposing views, including freedom fighters," Bangladeshi Bengali daily Prothom Alo quoted the rights body as saying. Dec 31, 2025
Govt rationalises certain international letter post services from Jan 1

Govt rationalises certain international letter post services from Jan 1

These are registered Small Packet service, in line with UPU decisions restricting registration to document-only; Outward Small Packet service, including letter post items containing goods sent by Sea, SAL or Air; and Surface Letter Mail Service and Surface Air Lifted (SAL) Letter Mail Service for outward letter post items. Dec 31, 2025
Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, over 140 flights cancelled as visibility drops

Dense fog engulfs Delhi-NCR, over 140 flights cancelled as visibility drops

The dense fog also affected air traffic operations at the Indira Gandhi International Airport. Taking to social media platform X, Delhi Airport authorities issued a passenger advisory, stating: "Due to prevailing dense fog conditions, flight operations are currently being conducted under CAT III protocols, which may result in delays or cancellations. Our ground teams are on-site and actively assisting passengers to ensure a smooth travel experience. For the latest flight updates, please reach out to your respective airlines. We sincerely regret for any inconvenience caused." Dec 31, 2025
Delhi chokes as AQI slips into 'severe' zone

Delhi chokes as AQI slips into 'severe' zone

Several monitoring stations across central and south Delhi recorded 'very poor' air quality levels. AQI readings stood at 370 at Mandi House and India Gate, 340 at Mathura Road and Sarojini Nagar, while Rashtrapati Bhawan and ITO both recorded an AQI of 357. Dec 31, 2025
PM Modi's 2025 in frames: From Op Sindoor to Ram Mandir Dhwajarohan [Photos]

PM Modi's 2025 in frames: From Op Sindoor to Ram Mandir Dhwajarohan [Photos]

The Prime Minister's calendar was marked by heartfelt interactions with citizens, visits to sacred temples, strategic outreach to border regions, inauguration and inspection of major infrastructure projects and participation in programmes aimed at empowering people at the grassroots. Many of these moments were captured in photographs, shared on narendramodi.in, that resonated widely and defined the visual memory of the year. Dec 31, 2025
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