January 1, 2026

Opposition Charges Bias in Thane Election Nomination Rejections

Opposition parties slam returning officer for allegedly favoring Shiv Sena in Thane Municipal elections. Several nominations rejected, sparking protests and hunger strike plans.

January 1, 2026

Six Firearms, Large Explosives Cache Seized in Manipur’s Kakching District

Police recovered six firearms, explosives, and a quadcopter drone in Kakching district, Manipur. Security forces continue operations in sensitive areas to ensure safety.

January 1, 2026

Top 10 Most-Read News of 2025: Air India Crash Tops the List

In 2025, The Hindu's most-read articles cover major events like the Air India crash killing 242, the Pahalgam terror attack, Delhi election results, and celebrity Saif Ali Khan’s knife attack.

January 1, 2026

DRI Busts Gold Smuggling at Mumbai Airport, Seizes ₹3.89 Crore Worth Gold

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 3.05 kg of 24-carat gold worth ₹3.89 crore at Mumbai airport from a passenger arriving from Bahrain. The gold was hidden in capsules inside a water tumbler. A probe is ongoing.

January 1, 2026

Teenager Charged for Starting Bushfire in Perth with Firecracker on New Year's Eve

A 19-year-old from Kalamunda is charged for sparking a dangerous bushfire near Perth after throwing a firecracker into dry grass. Over 160 firefighters battled the blaze that threatened homes and cut power to 2,000+ properties.