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NCB busts clandestine drug lab in Raigad, inter-state syndicate

NCB and Raigad police busted a clandestine Ketamine drug lab, seizing 34 kg of powdered and 12 litres of liquid Ketamine. The operation uncovered an inter-state drug syndicate with links to a previous Rajasthan facility, resulting in suspect detention.

Private bus driver stripped and beaten in Bengaluru for sexually harassing minor girl

A private bus driver was stripped and beaten in Bengaluru after sexually harassing a 15-year-old girl by demanding a kiss and misbehaving with her. He was arrested under POCSO Act following public assault and intervention by police.

Three dead, two injured in Sikkim landslide

Three family members died and two, including a child, were injured in a Sikkim landslide. Rescue teams faced challenges but managed to save survivors. The state government expressed condolences and committed to supporting affected families.

Over 200 Karnataka tourists forced into bars after hotel evictions amid Nepal Gen Z protests

Over 200 Karnataka tourists are stranded in Kathmandu, forced out of hotels and airport amid Nepal protests. Seeking shelter in bars, they await evacuation while government officials coordinate their return through New Delhi flights.

Manipur: Naga body suspends ‘trade embargo’ following govt assurance

Naga body United Naga Council suspends trade embargo after Manipur government's appeal, promising dialogue on border fencing and prior consultation with stakeholders before proceeding with international border works.

Noida curbs powers of engineers, ACEOs to regulate funds

Noida Authority limits engineers' and ACEOs' powers for fund management, mandating CEO approval and e-tenders for works between ₹1 lakh to ₹2 crore, aiming to reduce discretionary spending and ensure proper fund utilization.

Ghaziabad: 2.7 km link road in Raj Nagar Extension in shambles

A 2.7-km link road in Raj Nagar Extension remains underdeveloped, with only five metres of the proposed 24-metre road existing. Seven high-rises, schools, and colleges suffer from poor infrastructure, dusty pathways, and safety concerns despite ongoing development plans.

GIMS to launch anaesthesia fellowship from January 2026

GIMS will launch a one-year anaesthesia fellowship in January 2026, accredited by AORA India. The program will admit one postgraduate doctor, offering structured training in regional blocks and perioperative pain management, aiming to enhance medical education standards.

Bengaluru auto driver spends 1.5 hours helping woman find lost AirPods: 'Not all heroes wear capes'

A Bengaluru auto driver spent 1.5 hours helping a passenger find her lost AirPods, overcoming language barriers and tracking down another passenger who had taken them, ultimately reuniting her with the device.

Two held for smuggling Acacia catechu wood in Noida

Two men were arrested in Noida for smuggling 55 quintals of Acacia catechu wood from Bihar, hidden under bananas and banana leaves. They lacked proper permits and were caught while transporting the wood to Delhi-NCR, with wood valued at ₹50 lakh.

Greater Noida: Sewage plant mooted in IT City to reduce groundwater dependence

Greater Noida plans a 12 MLD sewage treatment plant in IT City, costing ₹42 crore, to meet National Green Tribunal standards. The plant will use advanced technology to improve water quality, reduce groundwater dependence, and enable water recycling for industrial use.

Ghaziabad: UP bridge corp readies DPR for 2 extensions of Hindon elevated road

UP Bridge Corporation prepares DPR for two 400-meter extensions of Hindon elevated road, connecting Raj Nagar Extension to UP-Gate. Estimated cost: ₹90 crore. Extensions aim to improve traffic flow for Indirapuram and Vasundhara commuters.

Orissa high court slams govt for allowing 5-decade dispute to drag on

Orissa high court criticizes state government for delaying a five-decade forest lease dispute, calling it a human rights violation. Court orders state to compensate decree holders with logs or market value, plus exemplary costs, emphasizing the importance of implementing judicial orders.

Punjab: Cheema refutes BJP’s claims on disaster fund use

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Cheema refutes BJP's allegations, revealing the state received ₹1,582 crore in disaster funds, spent ₹649 crore, and is using remaining funds for relief operations, calling BJP's claims misleading and politically motivated.

As floodwaters recede, affected districts begin girdwari

Floodwaters receding in multiple districts, with local administrations assessing damage. 107-145 villages affected per district, with infrastructure destruction, crop losses, and human/animal fatalities. Compensation processes and damage surveys are underway across impacted regions.

Punjab Congress leader Pargat Singh seeks Centre’s intervention in ‘recruitment’ of Indians into Russian military

Punjab Congress leader Pargat Singh urges Centre to address "forcible recruitment" of Indians into Russian military, claiming 126 youths from north India are trapped, with 15 missing. He demands diplomatic intervention, legal action against agents, and support for affected families.