Pongal Cash, Ration Distribution Faces Network, Biometric Delays
Technical issues at PDS shops in Chennai cause long waits for Pongal gifts. Network problems and biometric failures delay distribution of ₹3000 cash and ration items to card holders.
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MHT CET 2026 Registration Started: Apply by Feb 12
Registration for MHT CET 2026 has commenced. Aspiring students for engineering, pharmacy & other UG courses in Maharashtra must apply online by February 12, 2026. Check eligibility, fee, and exam dates.
Ludhiana inspects sweet shops for Lohri food safety
Health officials in Ludhiana conducted surprise checks at bakeries and sweet shops to ensure food safety standards for Lohri celebrations. Inspectors warned against using newspaper wrappers and banned colours.
Trichy Police Crackdown: Ganja & Tobacco Cases Surge in 2025
Trichy police registered 1,703 cases and arrested 1,840 people for ganja and illegal tobacco in 2025, a massive increase from 2024. SP warns of action under Goondas Act.
Maharashtra makes QR code verification mandatory for doctors
Maharashtra govt instructs MMC to introduce QR codes for doctor verification to curb bogus practitioners. SC orders MMC elections within three months. Read more.
Madras HC Limits Marina Beach Shops to 300
Madras High Court orders Chennai Corporation to cap shops at Marina beach at 300, create hawker-free zones, and restrict sales to only three categories of items. Read the full story.
Jaipur: 27 liquor shops sealed, owners protest
Jaipur's excise department sealed 27 liquor shops for alleged violations. Owners claim arbitrary action, saying they met sales targets. Read the full details of the dispute.
Pongal Gift Packages Distributed to 11.22 Lakh in Coimbatore
Coimbatore district officials launch Pongal gift distribution for 11.22 lakh ration cardholders, including ₹3000 cash per package. The initiative, worth ₹336.68 crore, aims to support festive expenses. Read more.
Massive Pongal Gift Distribution Begins Across Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin launches statewide Pongal gift distribution. Over 24 lakh ration card holders in delta districts & 9.46 lakh in Madurai to receive ₹3000 cash, rice, sugar & sugarcane.
Prayagraj ETF removes 150 illegal shops in 5-hour drive
Prayagraj Municipal Corporation's ETF conducted a major anti-encroachment drive at Gadi Sarai & Ghantaghar, clearing 150 shops. Officials warn of continued action & possible use of robots.
Kolkata's Cold Wave: Room Heaters Vanish, Prices Jump
Kolkata shivers as temperatures hit a 12-year low, causing a massive shortage of room heaters. Shop shelves empty, prices surge. Residents turn to blankets as demand outstrips supply.
Bombay HC Rules Housing Societies Not Liable for Gratuity
Bombay High Court clarifies that cooperative housing societies are not 'establishments' under the Payment of Gratuity Act, providing relief in a case involving a building manager's claim. Read the full legal analysis.
Disgruntled MNS Leader Santosh Dhuri Joins BJP
In a major political shift, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Santosh Dhuri joins the BJP, citing ideological alignment. This move strengthens BJP's position ahead of crucial state elections.
Chennai's Uthandi road encroached by shops, survey done
A survey in Chennai's Uthandi found 90% of shops illegally extended onto VGP layout road, causing congestion and accidents. Authorities promise action based on the report.
Nagpur: Two arrested for illegal arms, threatening videos
Wadi police in Nagpur arrested two men for illegal firearm possession and circulating threatening videos. The accused have been charged under the Arms Act and Maharashtra Police Act. Read the full details.
UP Uses GPS to Track Foodgrain Transport, Curb Theft
Uttar Pradesh mandates GPS tracking for all vehicles transporting foodgrains from FCI depots to fair price shops. Over 5,000 vehicles are now under digital surveillance to prevent diversion and black marketing.
Madras HC Bans Most Shops on Chennai's Marina Beach
Madras High Court directs Chennai Corporation to restrict Marina Beach shops to food, toys, and fancy items only. The court calls 1,980 shops 'obnoxiously high'. Read the full order and its impact.
Maharashtra vehicle registrations jump 13.5% in 2025
Maharashtra saw over 32.7 lakh new vehicle registrations in 2025, a 13.5% annual increase. Mumbai alone added 3 lakh vehicles, intensifying traffic and pollution woes. Explore the full data breakdown.
SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
TN Pongal 2026 Gift Tokens: Ration Shops Get Jan 2 Deadline
Tamil Nadu govt mandates ration shops to prepare Pongal 2026 gift tokens for 2 crore beneficiaries by Jan 2. Door-to-door distribution & staggered collection to avoid crowds. Details inside.
Sadanand Date Appointed Maharashtra DGP
Former NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date is the new Maharashtra DGP. Get the details on his appointment, career, and the challenges ahead.
World's Oldest Department Stores You Didn't Know About
Discover the fascinating history of the world's oldest department stores, from London's Fortnum & Mason to Kolkata's Spencer's. Explore their legacies and how they shaped modern retail.
Maharashtra Civic Polls: Alliance Disarray in 29 Corporations
Political alliances in Maharashtra are in disarray as parties finalize strategies for the crucial civic polls across 29 municipal corporations. Key players like BJP, Shiv Sena, and NCP face internal and external challenges.
TN Pongal 2026 Gift Tokens: Ration Shops Get Jan 2 Deadline
Tamil Nadu mandates fair price shops to ready Pongal 2026 gift tokens for 2 crore beneficiaries by January 2. Door-to-door distribution to begin soon. Get the full schedule and details here.
Maharashtra formalises 5am deadline for bars on festive nights
Maharashtra's home department issues a GR making 5am closing time for orchestra bars permanent for Christmas & New Year. Owners now bear full responsibility for law and order.
Modi's 12th Year in Office Sees Unprecedented Reforms
As PM Modi completes 12 years, 2025 defies political norms with landmark reforms in economy, energy, security & governance. A look at the year's transformative decisions.
Punjab Vidhan Sabha Passes 3 Revenue Amendment Bills
The Punjab Legislative Assembly has passed three significant revenue amendment bills aimed at enhancing tax collection and plugging leakages. The move is expected to strengthen the state's fiscal health. Read more for details.
RTI Act: 70-80% Officials Not Following Law, Says Commissioner
Amravati Information Commissioner Ravindra Thakare exposes systemic RTI failures, with 70-80% officials not complying. He urges retired officials to help citizens fight for transparency. Read more.
Probate of Will No Longer Mandatory Across India
The Repealing and Amending Act, 2025, ends compulsory probate for wills nationwide, easing inheritance. Learn what changes for Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata families and where hurdles may persist.
Ahmedabad court rejects Muslim couple's adoption application
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.
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