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In a bid to enhance efficiency and transparency in toll collection, the Maharashtra government has announced that all toll plazas across the state will mandate FASTag usage starting April 1. The decision, approved by the state cabinet led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, aims to streamline toll payments, reduce vehicle congestion, and save time and fuel for commuters.

The Supreme Court today granted interim bail to self-styled godman Asaram, convicted in two separate rape cases, on medical grounds. However, the 83-year-old will remain in jail as he needs to secure interim bail in another ongoing case.

Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh: In a tragic accident early Monday morning, two women devotees lost their lives, and five others sustained injuries when an ambulance struck them on their way to Tirumala, officials reported.

Delhi is facing a cold wave on Monday morning, with temperatures dipping and chilly winds sweeping through the national capital. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi recorded a temperature of 11.4 degrees Celsius at 5:30 am, signaling a significant drop in temperature. Dense fog in parts of Uttar Pradesh and Punjab also delayed several trains at New Delhi Railway Station, further disrupting the city's morning commute.

The main accused in the murder of Chhattisgarh journalist Mukesh Chandrakar was arrested in Hyderabad on Sunday night, marking a significant development in the case that has shocked the region. Suresh Chandrakar, a distant relative of the victim and a contractor, is believed to have masterminded the brutal murder. His arrest follows a thorough investigation, including the review of over 200 CCTV footages and tracking nearly 300 mobile numbers.

Bengaluru is set to experience a significant dip in temperatures over the next two days, with the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting a drop to as low as 10.2°C in certain parts of the city on Saturday. The chilly conditions are expected to bring severe cold, accompanied by dense fog in the early mornings, causing disruptions for commuters.

In a tragic turn of events, at least four people lost their lives, and two others, including the driver, remain missing after their vehicle plunged into a river in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district. The incident occurred in the Paddar area when the vehicle skidded off the road, rolled down a hill, and fell into the river. A rescue operation is currently underway, and authorities are working to locate the missing individuals.

Karnataka's Transport Minister, Ramalinga Reddy, on Friday justified the 15% increase in government bus fares, explaining that the revision was necessary due to rising operational costs. This hike has sparked protests from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with several leaders criticizing the decision. However, Reddy defended the move, claiming that it was an inevitable measure to ensure the sustainability of the state's bus services.

A Delhi man, identified as Tushar, was arrested for blackmailing over 500 women across various platforms, including Bumble, WhatsApp, and Snapchat. The accused used intimate photos and videos he obtained under the pretense of building friendships to extort money from his victims, threatening to leak their explicit content if they failed to comply with his demands.

In a flare-up of tensions in Manipur, Kuki protesters clashed with central security forces in the Kangpokpi district on Friday evening, resulting in several injuries on both sides. The protesters, predominantly from the Kuki tribes, had been engaged in an ongoing economic blockade in the region, demanding the withdrawal of central forces from the hills of Kangpokpi, located 45 km from the state capital, Imphal.

Chhattisgarh: Police in Bastar Division have arrested three individuals, including two relatives, in connection with the murder of journalist Mukesh Chandrakar. His body was discovered in a freshly sealed septic tank at a shed owned by a contractor on Friday. Chandrakar, who had been missing since New Year's Day, was last seen leaving his home in Bijapur's Pujari Para. His brother, Yukesh Chandrakar, had filed a missing persons report the following day.

A leopard sighting on the Infosys campus in Mysuru, Karnataka, led to a work-from-home order for employees and a suspension of training programs for around 4,000 trainees on December 31. According to a report from Money Control, the wild animal was spotted early in the morning on CCTV footage around 2 AM, triggering an immediate response from the company's security and the forest department.

Fresh violence erupted in the Kadangband area of Imphal West district, Manipur, as militants launched a coordinated attack in the early hours of Wednesday. The incident, which took place around 1 am, saw militants firing rounds from sophisticated firearms and throwing bombs at the low-lying area. The militants, believed to be from the hill positions in Kangpokpi district, targeted the vulnerable village as part of ongoing tensions in the region.

Mumbai’s iconic Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) station rang in the New Year with a resounding symphony of train horns, marking the arrival of 2025 in a unique and beloved tradition. As the clock struck midnight on December 31, multiple trains at the station honked in perfect harmony, filling the air with a collective cheer that has become a yearly spectacle for the city’s commuters and railway enthusiasts.