Accused in Badlapur POCSO case quits BJP councillor post
Tushar Apte, an accused in the 2024 Badlapur school sexual abuse case, resigned as a BJP co-opted councillor following backlash. He stepped down to protect the party and school's reputation.
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BJP appoints POCSO case co-accused as Badlapur councillor
BJP appoints Tushar Apte, co-accused in Badlapur school abuse case, as co-opted councillor, reigniting controversy. Details on the appointment and the pending POCSO case inside.
BJP appoints Badlapur case accused Tushar Apte as councillor
BJP appoints Tushar Apte, co-accused in the Badlapur sexual abuse case, as a co-opted councillor in Thane district. Council chairperson confirms the appointment. Read the full story.
MCD Councillor's Park Video Triggers Moral Policing Debate
A video of BJP councillor Munesh Dedha confronting couples & alleged drug users in a Delhi park ignites a row. She cites complaints of anti-social activities. Details inside.
Sahibee Anand named OFBJP UK regional convenor
Former Mohali councillor Sahibee Anand appointed OFBJP UK regional convenor for North East England. Focus on diaspora engagement and India-UK ties. Read more.
Congress to sue 12 Ambernath councillors for BJP defection
Congress announces legal action to disqualify 12 Ambernath councillors who joined BJP, accusing the party of 'double standards'. Read the full story for details.
Invalid Votes, Delayed Polls Hit Thiruvananthapuram Council
BJP and LDF councillors' votes declared invalid in Thiruvananthapuram standing committee polls. Elections for 5 committees postponed due to nomination shortfall. Key committee chair to be decided by draw of lots.
BJP's Sreelekha on Mayor Post Denial: From Disappointment to Acceptance
BJP councillor R Sreelekha expressed initial dissatisfaction after being denied the mayor's post in Thiruvananthapuram despite assurances. She later clarified acceptance of the party's decision. Read the full story.
Chandigarh begins Rs 21 lakh drainage work in Sectors 45, 46
Chandigarh MC starts a Rs 21 lakh drainage project in Sectors 45 & 46 to combat waterlogging. Completion expected in a month. Read about local concerns and project details.
15,931 Candidates in Fray for Maharashtra Civic Polls
After scrutiny, 15,931 candidates will contest for 2,869 seats across 29 municipal corporations in Maharashtra on January 15. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and Nashik.
Pune robbery accused linked to Shiv Sena murder case
Khalid Qureshi, arrested for robbing a senior citizen in Pune, confesses to taking 'supari' to kill Shiv Sena's Mangesh Kalokhe. Police name NCP candidate Urmila Devkar as prime accused. Read the full investigation details.
Jaleel's strong warning amid hijab controversy, targets BJP, allies
AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel issues a stern warning over hijab row, criticizes 'so-called secular parties' for not supporting Muslims. Read his full rally speech ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
Mohali MLA lays foundation for 4 libraries, sparks row
Mohali MLA Kulwant Singh laid foundation stones for four libraries costing Rs 1.49 crore, aiming to boost reading culture. The event sparked controversy as a local councillor claimed he wasn't invited.
Thiruvananthapuram MLA office controversy escalates
Sasthamangalam councillor R Sreelekha criticises MLA V K Prasanth over office space, starts services from a tiny 75 sq ft room surrounded by garbage. Read the full story.
NCP candidate held for murder of Shiv Sena leader's husband
Nine arrested for murder of ex-councillor Mangesh Kalokhe in Raigad. NCP's Urmila Devkar is prime accused. Family alleges police inaction despite threats. Read the full investigation details.
Congress Councillor Named in Kerala Suicide Note, Police Probe
A 48-year-old man's suicide note in Neyyattinkara names a Congress councillor, alleging family destruction. Police launch a detailed probe as family demands transparency.
Tambaram Appoints Disability Activist B Kavitha as Councillor
Tambaram Corporation appoints activist B Kavitha as its differently-abled councillor, marking a significant step in Tamil Nadu's inclusive governance policy. Read her inspiring vision.
BJP Councillor's Office Demand Triggers Controversy in Thiruvananthapuram
A BJP councillor's request for an MLA to vacate his corporation office has ignited a political firestorm in Thiruvananthapuram, with accusations of vendetta and norm violations. Read the full details.
9th Arrest in Khopoli Murder, Hunt for 2 More Suspects
Police arrest a ninth accused in the murder of Shiv Sena councillor's husband in Khopoli. Political links emerge as Shiv Sena threatens protest. Get the latest details.
MP Police probe rape case against BJP councillor's husband
Madhya Pradesh police investigate a woman's complaint alleging rape and blackmail by a BJP councillor's husband in Satna. A viral video shows the accused dismissing her threats. No arrest made yet.
BJP Councillor Accused of Forcing CPI(M) MLA to Vacate Office
A political row erupts in Thiruvananthapuram as CPI(M) MLA Kadakampally Surendran alleges a BJP councillor threatened him to vacate his corporation office. Read the full details of the 'bulldozer raj' accusation.
Kerala MLA Says BJP Councillor Asked Him to Vacate Office
CPI(M) MLA V K Prasanth alleges BJP councillor R Sreelekha asked him to vacate his office in Thiruvananthapuram Corporation building. Read the full political row details.
8 Arrested in Raigad Murder of Ex-Councillor
Raigad police arrest eight, including political rival Urmila Devkar, for murder of ex-councillor Mangesh Kalokhe. Case to be tried in fast-track court. Read the full details.
Congress Tells Kerala CM to Keep Off Karnataka Affairs
Congress leaders in Karnataka have strongly advised Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan to refrain from commenting on the state's internal matters following his criticism of a reported eviction drive in Bengaluru. Read the full story on the escalating political ro
Mohali Wardbandi Row: AAP Faces Opposition Fury
The new ward delimitation in Mohali triggers a major clash. Congress, BJP, and SAD accuse AAP of manipulating boundaries to weaken rivals ahead of municipal polls. Details inside.
BJP councillor apologizes for threatening African national over Hindi
Delhi BJP councillor Renu Chaudhary issued a public apology after a video of her threatening an African football coach for not knowing Hindi went viral. The party summoned her for an explanation.
BJP Councillor Apologises for Remarks to African Football Coach
BJP councillor Renu Chaudhary apologised after a video of her demanding an African coach learn Hindi went viral. Delhi BJP summoned her, prompting the apology. Read the full story.
BJP Councillor Apologizes for Remarks Against African Coach
A BJP councillor in Madhya Pradesh apologizes after being summoned by the party for using offensive language against a Nigerian coach. The incident sparks controversy and a police complaint.
Delhi BJP Councillor Confronts Foreigner Over Hindi
A viral video shows BJP councillor Renu Chaudhary berating a foreign national in a Delhi park for not speaking Hindi. The footballer, coaching underprivileged kids, says he is scared. The incident ignites a fierce language debate across India.
Ex-Councillor Storms Kollam Police Station, Threatens Cop
Former Kollam councillor M Saji and supporters allegedly stormed Eravipuram police station, threatening a sub-inspector with death. A case has been registered. Read the full details.
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