Crime cases in Odisha’s capital city, Bhubaneswar, witnessed an upward trend in 2024, while neighbouring Cuttack experienced a decline compared to the previous year, according to police commissioner Suresh Dev Datta Singh. Addressing the media, Singh revealed that a total of 21,613 cases were reported across the twin cities in 2024, marking an increase from…
Chennai: Tamil Nadu is set to introduce two direct Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC) bus services connecting Chennai with Vaikom and Velankanni. The decision, inspired by a suggestion from Dravidar Kazhagam leader K Veeramani, aims to enhance travel options for those keen on exploring the historical and religious significance of Vaikom. Transport Minister S…
MATHURA: Burglars looted cash and jewellery worth Rs 30 lakh from the residence of Sushil Dewan, the owner of Mangalam Saree showroom in Mathura. The theft took place on Tuesday evening while the family was away attending a community event in Govardhan, police said. Circle Officer Sweta Singh stated that six special teams, including a…
Around 45 passengers were injured in a major accident on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Dausa district on Thursday, January 2. A private bus carrying devotees from Ujjain to Delhi rammed into two trucks that had already collided due to dense fog, police reported. According to Nangal-Rajawatan DSP Charul Gupta, the bus’s front section was…
The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has officially released the OPSC OCS Notification 2025 on 31st December 2024, detailing an exciting recruitment drive for 200 Group A and Group B posts. Aspirants looking to secure a prestigious state service position should seize this opportunity to apply online via the official website, www.opsc.gov.in. Key Dates to…
Mysuru: A leopard was spotted inside the Infosys campus in Mysuru early Tuesday morning, prompting the forest department to launch an extensive combing operation. The sighting occurred around 3:30 am in the underground car parking area, as reported by security staff. CCTV footage later confirmed the presence of the big cat, raising concerns among employees…
Delhi woke up to a chilly New Year morning with shallow fog blanketing the city and the minimum temperature dipping to 7.4 degrees Celsius, according to the weather department. The minimum temperature, slightly warmer than the seasonal average, was nearly two degrees lower than the previous day’s reading. The relative humidity stood at 87 percent,…
PANAJI: Goa’s iconic beaches turned into celebration hubs as lakhs of tourists and locals gathered to welcome the New Year. The festivities began on Tuesday evening, with crowds flocking to witness the last sunset of 2024. At midnight, the skies lit up with dazzling fireworks, and beach shacks hosted musical programmes, creating a lively atmosphere….
LUCKNOW: The Lucknow police arrested a 24-year-old man for the alleged murder of five members of his family at a hotel in the city on January 1. The incident occurred at Hotel Sharanjit in the Naka area, according to Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Raveena Tyagi. The accused, identified as Arshad, was apprehended at the…
The Mumbai-Goa highway is witnessing heavy traffic congestion as New Year travellers make their way to popular destinations like Goa and Alibaug in Maharashtra’s Raigad district. The situation has been exacerbated by ongoing road construction along key stretches, causing significant delays for commuters. According to police officials, traffic snarls were particularly severe on Monday at…
