IAS Officer Appointed PIO After Subordinates Skip RTI Hearings
Tamil Nadu Information Commission appoints Nagercoil Municipal Commissioner as PIO after repeated failures by officials to attend hearings, sending a strong message on RTI compliance.
Category : Politics
Varanasi's Manikarnika Ghat Gets Major Clean-Up Drive
Varanasi Municipal Corporation launches intensive campaign at Manikarnika Ghat, enforcing new rules for wood shops and planning parking to ease congestion. Read about the 'Clean Kashi' initiative.
Padra Murder: Girl, Boyfriend Kill Father, Echoes 2014 Case
A 17-year-old girl in Padra allegedly helped her boyfriend kill her father, mirroring a chilling 2014 Vadodara case. Read the shocking details and police findings here.
Four held in Surat for murder over old rivalry
Udhna police arrested four, including a minor, for killing a 50-year-old man who intervened in a scuffle targeting his son. The attack stemmed from a grudge over a 1.5-year-old quarrel. Read the full details.
Police bust mule account racket in Ganjam, arrest 4
Ganjam police dismantle a cybercrime-linked mule account network, arresting four brokers who opened accounts for cash. Over Rs 9 lakh found in two accounts. Read the full investigation details.
Bihar Minister Unveils Industrial Security Force Plan at Bengaluru Conclave
Bihar Industries Minister Dilip Kumar Jaiswal announced policy reforms & a new Industrial Security Force (BISF) to boost investor confidence. Details from the Bihar @ 2047 Vision Conclave.
Kishanganj: 4 held for murder staged as road accident
Kishanganj police swiftly arrested four individuals for murdering a man and disguising it as a road accident. The crime stemmed from family resentment over an alleged illicit relationship. Read the full details.
Surat: 3 SUVs Seized After ABVP Students' Dangerous Stunts
Althan police in Surat seized three SUVs and booked drivers after a viral video showed dangerous stunts post-ABVP appointments. Read about the legal action and public safety concerns.
25 CCTVs for Paralakhemundi by Jan to Curb Crime
Paralakhemundi in Gajapati district is installing 25 CCTV cameras at 12 key locations by month-end to enhance surveillance and crime detection. Read how this Rs 30 lakh project will work.
Karnataka's Forest Dept to Seek Land Compensation for Lost Forest
Karnataka's forest department plans to seek compensatory land for every hectare of deemed forest lost. A joint survey to verify 3.3 lakh hectares is underway, with a March 2026 deadline. The move aims to protect green cover and wildlife habitats.
Former Maoist Gade Innaiah arrested by NIA in Hyderabad
The NIA arrested former Maoist Gade Innaiah for a speech supporting the banned CPI (Maoist). He was taken from Jangaon. Read the full details of the case and charges under UAPA.
Mekedatu Padayatra Cases: 10 Still Pending After 3 Years
Three years after the Mekedatu padayatra, 10 Covid protocol violation cases against CM Siddaramaiah and DCM DK Shivakumar remain unresolved. Learn about the legal scrutiny and calls for withdrawal.
Bengaluru Guard Held for Theft from IDF Officer at Chabad House
A security guard in Bengaluru's Shivajinagar accused of stealing cash from an Israeli Defence Forces officer's bag at the Chabad House. Police recover money, case filed under BNS. Read the full details.
Karnataka Budget to shrink by 6% due to revenue crisis
Karnataka's 2025-26 budget may be slashed by 6% to Rs 3.85 lakh crore due to a massive revenue shortfall blamed on GST rationalisation. Development funds are at risk. Read the full analysis.
Goa Man Brutally Assaulted by Cousins in Canacona
Madhu Zore, 23, was brutally attacked by his cousins in Gaondongrim over a family feud. Police register attempt to murder case. Read the shocking details.
Goa Police Seek Extended Custody in Arpora Fire Case
Anjuna police to seek more custody for owners of Birch by Romeo Lane after deadly fire killed 25. Interpol notice issued for UK property owner. Read the latest developments.
New Panaji-Betim Ferry Launch Pushed to 2026
The launch of two new large ferries on the Panaji-Betim route is delayed until mid-January 2026 due to pending ramp reconstruction. Read how this impacts Mandovi traffic.
Buidco Resumes Patna Junction Box Drain Construction
After a 3-month delay, Buidco restarts Patna's crucial underground drainage project near the railway station. The Rs 15 crore initiative aims to end waterlogging before the 2026 monsoon. Read more.
Chennai physio arrested for raping intern after luring her
A 27-year-old physiotherapist in Chennai has been arrested for allegedly drugging and raping a 20-year-old intern. The incident occurred in an apartment near Kolathur. Read the full details.
Shivakumar Denies Lobbying, Calls Meeting a Courtesy Call
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar refutes claims of influencing Congress leaders after meeting CM Siddaramaiah's close aide. He blames BJP and media for creating confusion. Read the full story.
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.
Goa ZP Results: Rural Verdict Today After Record Turnout
Goa's rural political pulse will be revealed as counting for Zilla Panchayat polls begins. Results could shape strategy for 2027 assembly elections. Read the full analysis.
Bangladesh Rejects India's View on Diplomatic Incident
Bangladesh refutes India's dismissal of an attack on its High Commission in London, linking it to broader minority persecution claims. Tensions rise over diplomatic narratives.
Rs 25 Lakh Jewellery Robbery in Ramgarh's Bhurkunda
Armed miscreants robbed jewellery worth Rs 25 lakh from a shop in Ramgarh's Bhurkunda. Police probe is on after the culprits cut CCTV wires. Read for details.
Amit Shah's Dec 24 Panchkula Visit: Full Schedule
Union Minister Amit Shah visits Panchkula on December 24 for Veer Bal Diwas, cooperative conference, and more. Officials ensure smooth arrangements. Details inside.
MP Plans Energy Police Stations to Curb Power Theft
Madhya Pradesh announces dedicated energy police stations to tackle power theft and recover Rs 11,000 crore arrears. Minister Tomar reveals massive subsidies and a surplus power state. Read more.
Insurer to pay Rs 1.87 lakh extra for electric shock death
Chandigarh consumer commission directs insurance firm to pay additional Rs 1.87 lakh with interest to parents whose son died from a streetlight shock. The order cites deficiency in service.
Two men die by suicide in Chandigarh within 24 hours
Two 25-year-old men, Amit Kumar and Neeraj, died by suicide in separate incidents in Chandigarh. Police have initiated inquest proceedings. Read for details.
Terrorists Storm House in Udhampur, Demand Food
Terrorists targeted a villager's house in Jammu & Kashmir's Udhampur district, forcing him to provide food before fleeing. Security forces have launched a massive combing operation in the forest belt.
Fire at Chandigarh's Sindhi Sweets, Sector 17
A late-night fire gutted Sindhi Sweets in Chandigarh's Sector 17, causing extensive damage. No injuries reported. Fire department investigates possible short circuit. Read for details.
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