Court acquits Delhi riots accused, criticises police probe
A Delhi court acquits two men in a 2020 riots case, highlighting serious police lapses in evidence collection and witness testimony. Read the full details of the judicial rebuke.
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Madurai Railway Division Completes Major Yard Upgrades
Southern Railway's Madurai division completes major yard remodelling at Tuticorin & Milavittan, installing a modern Electronic Interlocking system for safer, smoother train operations. Read the full report.
Goa Nightclub Fire Probe Exposes Major Safety Lapses
A magisterial inquiry reveals shocking safety failures behind the deadly Goa nightclub fire. Read the full report on the lapses and accountability.
Varanasi Railway's Accident Relief Trains Get 5S Certification
Varanasi railway division's accident relief trains and medical van achieve 5S work management certification, a first for North Eastern Railway. Read about the systematic Japanese techniques used.
Bettiah ATM Robbery Leads to Police Suspensions
Three sub-inspectors suspended and eight personnel face salary hold after lapses during Rs 24 lakh ATM heist in West Champaran. Internal probe reveals negligence in night patrol.
Court acquits 5 in Delhi riots case, flags probe lapses
A Delhi court acquitted five men in a 2020 Northeast Delhi riots arson case, highlighting unreliable police testimonies and a 'mechanical' investigation. Over 80% of decided cases have ended in acquittals.
SFIO Probes IndusInd Bank Over Rs 1,960 Cr Derivatives Loss
Serious Fraud Investigation Office opens formal probe into IndusInd Bank's accounting lapses tied to internal derivative trades, which eroded net worth by 2.3%. Read the full details.
Gujarat HC Overturns Death Penalty in Incest, Murder Case
Gujarat High Court acquits a man sentenced to death for impregnating and killing his minor daughter, citing major lapses in DNA evidence handling and procedural flaws.
India's First Elevated Railway Terminal Proposed in Yelahanka
Bengaluru's Yelahanka to get India's first fully elevated railway terminal at a cost of Rs 6,000 crore. The project aims to decongest the city and boost connectivity. Read for details.
Chandigarh Court Acquits Man Due to Procedural Flaws
A Chandigarh court acquitted a Mohali man in a proclaimed offender case, citing failure to follow mandatory legal procedure under Section 195 CrPC. Read the full legal analysis.
Trichy Railway Conducts Midnight Safety Checks at 25 Crossings
Trichy railway division conducted surprise midnight inspections at 25 non-interlocked level crossings to enforce safety compliance. Read about the findings and the DRM's warning.
Surat Fire Destroys Godadara Warehouses, Safety Questioned
A massive fire gutted furniture and garment warehouses in Surat's Godadara, raising serious questions about fire safety norms and municipal oversight. Read the full report on the incident and its implications.
Fog, Safety Lapses Turn Amritsar BRTS Deadly Again
A 22-year-old man was killed after his scooter collided with a BRTS pillar in Amritsar amid dense fog and alleged safety failures. Read about the recurring dangers on this corridor.
Railway Safety Check in Varanasi During Foggy Weather
North Eastern Railway's Varanasi DRM Ashish Jain inspected safety & passenger amenities at Sadat and Jakhaniyan stations. Read about the key findings and instructions issued.
Student, Unidentified Man Killed Crossing Tracks in Tiruvallur
A 17-year-old pharmacy student and an unidentified man died after being hit by trains near Kadambathur station. Locals blame lack of safe crossing despite decade-long demands.
Thane: 5-Year Jail for Molestation, Rape Charges Dropped
A Thane POCSO court sentenced a 26-year-old to 5 years for molesting a 14-year-old but acquitted him of rape due to lapses in the investigation. Read the full details of the case.
Baghat Bank depositors protest over loan sanctioning lapses
Depositors and shareholders of Baghat Cooperative Bank staged a protest demanding action against officials for alleged lapses in loan sanctioning, causing financial distress. Read the full story.
Almatti-Kushtagi Railway DPR by May 2026
The detailed project report for the new Almatti-Kushtagi railway line will be completed in the next five months, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced. The survey work is already finished.
Ludhiana Jail Violence Exposes Security Lapses: Bajwa
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa condemns AAP govt after violent clash in Ludhiana Central Jail. Demands overhaul of prison security. Read the full report.
Goa's Nightclub Boom: 200+ Clubs & Regulatory Failures
The tragic fire at Birch by Romeo Lane, killing 25, exposes Goa's unchecked nightclub expansion from 20 to over 200, many illegal, revealing systemic safety failures. Read the investigation.
Railway Coach Restaurants Expand to Nagpur, Wardha, Pandhurna, Betul
Central Railway converts retired coaches into 24x7 multi-cuisine restaurants at four new stations. 10-year contracts offered to attract major food brands. E-auction on Dec 22.
Himachal delays land transfer, funds for key rail project
Himachal Pradesh's failure to transfer land and pay its share is delaying the Rs 6,753 crore Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri railway line. Get the full details on the project's status and strategic implications.
CAG Report Uncovers Major Financial Lapses in Himachal
The Comptroller and Auditor General's report reveals significant financial irregularities and weak controls in Himachal Pradesh's governance, highlighting rule breaches in key departments.
Grinding Stone Placed on Kochi Railway Track, Probe On
A grinding stone was found on railway tracks in Kochi's Pachalam, raising sabotage fears. The Mysuru-Kochuveli Express loco pilot spotted it at 4:50 AM. A puppy was found dead nearby. Read details.
DGCA Panel Probes IndiGo Operational Lapses
DGCA forms a high-level panel to investigate IndiGo's operational issues. The regulator had repeatedly advised all airlines on manpower planning. Read the full report.
Pune POCSO court acquits man in child rape case
A special POCSO court in Pune acquitted a 34-year-old man accused of raping his 3-year-old niece. The judge cited inconsistent witness testimony and serious lapses in forensic evidence collection. Read the full details.
Cooper Hospital Gets New Acting Dean After Incidents
Mumbai's Cooper Hospital appoints Dr Dev Shetty as its second acting dean in months following security lapses and rat bites. Read about the leadership crisis and ongoing inquiry.
Railway Staff Protection Scheme Pays Rs 1 Crore in Lucknow
Northern Railway's Lucknow division disburses its first Rs 1 crore insurance payout under the RSP scheme to the family of track maintainer Anwar Ali. Read the full story.
Belagavi ATM Theft Foiled, Alarm System Found Disabled
An attempted ATM theft in Belagavi's Hosa Vantamuri raises serious security questions. Police reveal the alarm was off and norms ignored. Read the full investigation details.
2 Dead in Delhi Night Shelter Fire, Probe On
Two lives lost in a devastating fire at a night shelter in Delhi's Vasant Vihar. Authorities launch investigation as questions arise over safety measures. Read the full report.
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