Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit on Wednesday demanded the resignation of Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh, accusing him of failing to resolve the ongoing conflict in the state.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh on Wednesday took a dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), saying that their words should not be taken seriously. He said that people would laugh at the BJP for questioning AAP national convener Kejriwal who gave free electricity, water, education, and treatment to the people of Delhi.
 

Japan’s House of Representatives Speaker Fukushiro Nukaga, visited the Indian Embassy in Tokyo and signed the condolence book opened in memory of former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who passed away in Delhi on December 26.
 

Ahead of the upcoming 2025 Delhi assembly elections, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Virendraa Sachdeva on Wednesday wrote a letter to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal, asking him to give up his ‘bad habits of lying and cheating.’

Uttar Pradesh’s Minister of Panchayati Raj Om Prakash Rajbhar and SBSP National Chief General Secretary Arvind Rajbhar met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the PM residence in New Delhi on the eve of New Year 2025.

Home Minister of Karnataka, G. Parameshwara expressed his gratitude to the public and the police department, highlighting the smooth conduct of New Year celebrations for the first time.
 

North India feels the winter chill as temperatures dip on New Year’s Day, with temperatures continuing to plummet across several states. Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 7 degrees Celsius on Wednesday, with a thin layer of fog covering parts of the national capital. On Tuesday, the city recorded a temperature of 10.2 degrees Celsius at 8:30 am.

Delhi police have identified more than 25 ‘illegal’ immigrants from Bangladesh and have started the process to deport them to their home country, an official said, adding that the police have also managed to crackdown on a racket in connection with issuing fake Aadhar cards.
 

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) chief Lalu Yadav on Wednesday extended greetings on the occasion of the New Year and wished for a prosperous year ahead. ‘Happy New Year to everyone. May everyone be happy, prosperous, may everyone be blessed, work by eliminating discrimination,’ Yadav told reporters
 

Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat has come down hard on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President JP Nadda over his silence on the ‘Mini-Pakistan’ remarks made by Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane.
 

Om Prakash Rajbhar, the National President of the Suheldev Bhartiya Samaj Party (SBSP), shared updates on the party’s preparations for the upcoming elections in Delhi and Bihar. Rajbhar confirmed that the organization’s work is progressing swiftly in both Bihar and Delhi, where assembly elections are due this year.

Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker extended her New Year greetings on Wednesday as the world entered 2025. India welcomed 2025 with celebrations across the country, and people in various cities marked the occasion with joy and enthusiasm. New Year celebrations began in many cities with parties, cultural events, live music performances, and themed decorations. Taking to her official X handle, Manu said, ‘Here’s to the highs and lows, goods and bads of 2024- cheers! Let’s welcome 2025 with new resolutions that make our lives better.’
 

Communist Party of India (CPI) MP P Sandosh Kumar on Tuesday wrote a letter to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to register his protest against the ‘controversial’ remarks by Minister Nitish Rane on the state of Kerala, and demanded immediate action against him.
 

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday extended New Year greetings to citizens and urged them to renew their commitment to working together to create a brighter, more inclusive, and sustainable future for India and the world.
 

Maharashtra BJP President and state Revenue Minister, Chandrashekhar Bawankule, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Tuesday, where he sought the Prime Minister’s blessings and extended an invitation for him to visit Koradi for the darshan of Aai Jagdamba.
 

“Happy 2025! 
May this year bring everyone new opportunities, success and endless joy. May everybody be blessed with wonderful health and prosperity.” – PM Modi posted on X.

The Lakshadweep Yuva Morcha, the BJP’s youth wing, has alleged that the recent directive issued by the Deputy Collector of Agatti, instructing Praveg Limited to halt construction activities in the disputed area of Thinnakara Island, has brought to light the “true nature of the ongoing political games played by opposition parties.”
 

Shimla’s iconic Ridge, known for its panoramic views and festive charm, became a hub of activity on New Year’s Eve as hundreds of locals and tourists gathered to welcome 2025.
 

Popular tourist destinations in Uttarakhand, including Kedarkantha, Harshil, and Dayara, saw a significant increase in footfall on New Year’s Eve, with over 5,000 tourists staying at key spots in Uttarkashi District.
 

Mallikarjun Kharge extended his New Year greetings along with a message urging individuals to reaffirm their commitment to inclusive progress, unity in diversity, social justice, equality, and the protection of the Constitution.

Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, wished everyone a Happy New Year, hoping it brings new enthusiasm, joy, and happiness as the nation welcomed 2025. ‘Happy New Year to all of you. I hope this year brings new enthusiasm, joy, and happiness to your life. Wishing everyone a very Happy New Year!’ Rahul Gandhi said in a post on X.