Supreme Court Justice Nagarathna advises children to shun wealth from corrupt parents. The court delivered a split verdict on a key anti-graft law provision requiring prior sanction for probing government servants.
The Supreme Court has delivered a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which mandates sanction to probe government servants. The case will now go to CJI Surya Kant for forming a larger bench.
The Supreme Court has issued a split verdict on Section 17A of the Prevention of Corruption Act, which requires prior sanction to investigate government servants, leaving the legal issue unresolved.
Koraput vigilance division registered 41 criminal cases against 82 public servants and private persons in 2025, with significant cash and property seizures.
A late-night burglary attempt in Lucknow's LDA Colony was foiled as police guided residents to set a trap, leading to the capture of three armed suspects. Read how the coordinated effort unfolded.
Dr Michael McKee, a vascular surgeon, arrested for the shocking murder of dentist Spencer Tepe and his ex-wife Monique. The manhunt ends as police link him to the crime scene. Read the full story.
A junior hockey coach in Rewari has been arrested for allegedly raping a Class 12 student, leading to pregnancy and miscarriage. Police have registered an FIR under the POCSO Act.
Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil arrested by Crime Branch in a sexual assault case. The expelled legislator faces serious charges. Get the latest details.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces 32 public servants arrested in 29 trap operations in 2025, reaffirming a zero-tolerance stance on corruption. Read the details.
Telangana ACB arrests a panchayat secretary & a civil supplies officer for demanding bribes for routine services. Rs 56,000 seized. Report corruption on helpline 1064.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant warns new govt appointees seeking transfers closer to home will be posted further. He stresses public service & merit-based transparency. Read more.
Karnataka police arrest 12, including father & grandmother, for forcing a minor into prostitution in Chikkamagaluru. Case filed under POCSO, BNS, and Immoral Traffic Act. Read the shocking details.
A PIL in Calcutta HC demands Kolkata's toxic air be declared a public health emergency after AQI hit 558, surpassing Delhi. Hearing on Jan 19.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed Mission Karmayogi, a PM Modi initiative to train over 5.7 crore civil servants nationwide. He mandated AI and cyber security in all training.
Public drinking water taps across Ranchi are in a state of neglect, surrounded by garbage and filth, raising severe health concerns for hundreds of daily users. Read the full investigation.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath holds a review meeting on Mission Karmayogi to enhance public servant capabilities. Read the latest updates on the state's capacity building plans.
A family in East Delhi's Laxmi Nagar was brutally assaulted, stripped, and the wife molested over a gym ownership dispute. The main accused, a caretaker, has been arrested. Read the shocking details.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), a key US media funding body for nearly 60 years, has voted to dissolve after Congress withdrew its federal funding. This marks a major shift for public media, impacting hundreds of local stations. Learn about
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation earmarks 10 key locations for mobile toilets and water tankers to improve public sanitation and water access for residents and visitors.
The Pune Public Policy Festival is back at Gokhale Institute on Jan 9-10, 2026, exploring 'Decoding Technology and Society'. Discover insights on tech's role in India's global future. Read more!
Srinath Sridharan critiques India's 'POHA' culture, where civic failures causing death are tolerated if they don't affect personal comfort. Read his stark analysis.
Gurgaon and Mewat Crime Branch teams arrested wanted criminal Yadram after a fierce exchange of fire on Sohna road. The accused, carrying a ₹1 lakh reward, was injured and hospitalized. Read the full details of the police operation.
Pratapgarh police arrested two drug peddlers with 18.43g of methamphetamine and a SUV. In separate ops, a rape accused and a gangster with crude bombs were also nabbed. Read the full details.
Karnataka police arrest 26 individuals, including workers from Congress and BJP, following a violent clash in Ballari. Key evidence from videos and witnesses led to the arrests. Read the full story for details.
India's parliamentary committee plans heightened oversight of two dozen state-run firms in strategic sectors like nuclear energy and rare earths, aiming to boost compliance and performance. Learn about the impact on India's economic growth.
A Kolkata-born techie's video confronting a group singing Bollywood songs on a Vietnam cruise lounge goes viral, igniting a global debate on public etiquette and cultural sensitivity while traveling.
Uttarakhand High Court sets aside suspension of a junior assistant, citing legal flaws in the order. The ruling clarifies mandatory requirements for suspending government servants.
A staggering 2.8 million passengers opted for public transport in Berlin on New Year's Eve, setting a new record and showcasing a shift towards sustainable celebrations. Discover the details behind this massive movement.
Patna's Vigilance Investigation Bureau had a record-breaking 2025 with 95 arrests, 27 FIRs, and 16 convictions. DG J S Gangwar reveals details of high-profile scams and seizures worth crores. Read more.
Karnataka Lokayukta police arrest a Special Public Prosecutor on bribery charges. The SPP was handling a caste abuse case from Telangana. Read the full details.