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Aizawl bans drones over ‘red zone’ areas, warns of penalty
In Aizawl district, designated ‘red zones’ enforce a strict no-fly policy for drones, particularly around sensitive government and defense locations. Anyone caught operating a drone here could face fines as steep as Rs 1 lakh. Meanwhile, ‘yellow zones’ necessitate prior approval from aviation authorities, while ‘green zones’ facilitate drone operations up to specific altitudes without…
Shah Rukh Khan pens emotional tribute to Dharmendra: ‘You were nothing short of a father figure to me’
Veteran actor Dharmendra passed away on Monday, November 24. Shah Rukh Khan, who considered Dharmendra a father figure, paid a heartfelt tribute, calling his loss irreplaceable. Khan was among the prominent film stars who attended the funeral and had previously visited Dharmendra in the hospital.
2 held with 65 kg ganja in Ganjam
Police in Bhanjanagar apprehended two individuals from Kandhamal district on Monday for ganja smuggling. During an early morning patrol, authorities intercepted a car carrying 65 kg of the contraband, along with two mobile phones. The arrested men were identified as Gagan Kumar Mukhi and Dibya Ranjan Digal, who were transporting the drugs from Kandhamal to…
Special cleaning drive near JSCA Stadium ahead of Ind-SA ODI
Ranchi’s district administration is ensuring the JSCA International Stadium is pristine for the India-South Africa cricket match on November 30. Sanitation teams are conducting extensive cleanliness drives around the stadium and key spectator routes, while electrical workers have diligently repaired streetlights to welcome fans. The city is making a concerted effort to present a welcoming…
Odisha youngsters eager ‘to succeed in World Cup’
Odisha’s Anmol Ekka and Rosan Kujur are part of India’s Junior World Cup hockey squad. They aim to leverage past successes and experiences for the upcoming tournament. Rosan Kujur’s journey from ball boy to player is a dream come true. The team is preparing for their opener against Chile in Chennai.
Heroin seized, peddler held in Shillong
In a significant bust on Sunday evening, Shillong’s Anti-Narcotics Task Force apprehended a suspected drug dealer in Umpling. Following a reliable tip-off, officers stopped a vehicle and discovered 22.83 grams of heroin cleverly hidden in soap cases. The detained individual, identified as Pynshngain Kharkongor, was allegedly gearing up for a drug delivery. Legal action under…
Government to introduce revenue support, buyback clause in new highway contract to push private investment
Government to introduce revenue support, buyback clause in new highway contract to push private investment
Situation improved: US terminates temporary protected status for Myanmar, asks Burmese nationals to go home
The Trump administration is ending Temporary Protected Status for Myanmar nationals, effective January 26, 2026. Citing improvements in governance and stability, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated the situation is now safe for Burmese citizens to return home. This decision impacts nearly 4,000 individuals currently residing in the US under TPS.