CM Naidu Presents Andhra's Wishlist to Union Ministers
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu meets Union ministers, seeking funds for Polavaram link, metro rail, ports, and a ₹41,000 crore horticulture package. Details inside.
Category : Politics
UP Sees Sharp Drop in Crimes Against Women Post Mission Shakti
Uttar Pradesh reports a significant decline in crimes against women after Mission Shakti centres launch. Rape cases down 34%, kidnapping drops 17%. Read the full report.
₹29.57 Crore Road for Nanganallur to Ease Traffic
Greater Chennai Corporation allocates ₹29.57 crore for a direct link road from Nanganallur to Pazhavanthangal subway, aiming to end decades of congestion and accidents. Read details.
Punjab's Major Shortfall in AMRUT Water Treatment Goals
Parliamentary panel exposes huge gaps in Punjab's water & sewage treatment under AMRUT. State achieved only 113 MLD against 518.9 MLD target. Read the full report.
Andhra Pradesh's MGNREGA Model Shaped National Scheme
Discover how united Andhra Pradesh's detailed manual became the operational backbone for MGNREGA across India, a story of state innovation shaping national policy. Read the full history.
Delhi BS-6 Ban: Chaos, Confusion Continue at Borders
Delhi's ban on non-BS 6 vehicles from other states caused major disruptions for NCR commuters on Friday. Police fined hundreds, turning back many at borders. Read about the commuter ordeal and official stance.
Nagpur Civic Polls: Rs7 for Chai, Rs224 for Dinner in New Rules
Nagpur Municipal Corporation sets strict rates for campaign expenses, from tea to meals, as spending limit jumps 275% to Rs15 lakh per candidate for January 15 elections. Read how officials aim to ensure transparency.
Key Civic Issues in Thane Ahead of Elections
As Thane prepares for civic elections, residents highlight critical challenges in water supply, health infrastructure, traffic, and waste management. Discover the key voter priorities.
Delhi's Bharat Vandana Park to open partially next month
Delhi's ambitious 200-acre Bharat Vandana Park in Dwarka will partially open in January. DDA has begun e-auction for VR gaming, restaurants & shops. Key details inside.
Madras HC Calls for Audit of Govt Law Officers' Fees
Madras High Court criticizes capricious payments to favoured law officers, demands audit. Judge cites Madurai Kamaraj University paying ₹4 lakh per appearance while pleading poverty for staff dues.
SC Relief for BS-IV & BS-VI Vehicles in Delhi-NCR
Supreme Court modifies order, offering relief to BS-IV and BS-VI vehicle owners in Delhi-NCR. Renewal may now depend on fitness tests, not just age. Read for details.
Kerala HC Allows ED Probe into KIIFB Masala Bonds
Kerala High Court division bench stays single judge order, permitting ED to continue proceedings against KIIFB over alleged FEMA violations in Masala Bond funds usage. Details inside.
Kolkata Fire: Kankurgachhi Residents Traumatized After Blast
Massive fire at Kankurgachhi oxygen cylinder godown triggers explosions, causing widespread damage and forcing residents to flee. Read about the safety failures and community impact.
Bengal SIR Hearings from Dec 26, 3,300 Micro-Observers Deployed
Election Commission to begin Summary Revision of Electoral Rolls hearings in West Bengal post-Christmas. A first-of-its-kind deployment of 3,300 micro-observers aims for error-free voters' list. Details inside.
Yogi Adityanath alleges SP links to codeine syrup racket
UP CM Yogi Adityanath accuses Samajwadi Party of mafia links in codeine cough syrup case. Winter session from Dec 19-24 to discuss Vande Mataram anniversary. Read the full details.
Two Arrested, Juvenile Held for Murder of Deaf-Mute Man
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police solve murder of hearing & speech-impaired man found in sack under Godavari bridge. Two adults arrested, one juvenile detained. Read the full investigation details.
KTR Dares CM Revanth for Bypoll Over Defected MLAs
BRS leader KT Rama Rao challenges Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to make 10 defected MLAs resign and seek a fresh mandate. He criticizes the Congress's tactics and cites BRS's panchayat poll victory in Sircilla.
High Vote Rejection Rate in Punjab's Zila Parishad Polls Raises Concern
Patiala and Sangrur districts saw nearly 4% of votes rejected in recent local body elections due to improper ballot marking. Experts call for urgent voter education and electoral reforms. Read more.
NMC standardises campaign costs for civic polls
Nashik Municipal Corporation finalises rate chart for election campaign items like tea, snacks, and T-shirts to ensure spending transparency. Learn about the new rules.
Ex-trainer assaults 5-year-old in Bengaluru, arrested under BNS
A 35-year-old man in Bengaluru's Thyagarajanagar kicked a 5-year-old boy, leading to an FIR under BNS. Police say the accused, mentally unstable, confessed to targeting children. Read the full report.
Theft Accused Flees Hisar Court, Police Launch Manhunt
A theft accused escaped police custody in Hisar district court by jumping a 12-foot wall. Police search on as CCTV in parking was non-functional. Read the full story.
4 Arrested in Mumbai for Rs 67 Lakh Fake Visa Job Scam
Mumbai police arrest four for a fake visa scam that duped 190 job seekers of Rs 67 lakh. Victims from multiple states were promised jobs abroad. Read the full story and learn how to avoid such fraud.
Bengaluru Civic Polls: New Ward Reservation Rules Finalised
Karnataka govt issues guidelines for ward reservations in Bengaluru's 5 new city corporations, using 2011 Census data. 50% cap on total reservations, with 1/3rd for backward classes and women's quota across categories. Read details.
Punjab to hold special session on MGNREGA changes, Agniveer
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann announces a special Vidhan Sabha session in January 2025 to challenge the Centre's revised MGNREGA rules and the Agniveer scheme, citing financial burden and injustice to the poor.
Mann Gives 505 Bus Permits, Ends Transport Monopoly in Punjab
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann awards 505 mini bus permits to youth, dismantling family-run monopolies. New buses, app-based booking, and toll plaza closures announced to boost public transport.
Bajwa: MGNREGA Replacement an Attack on Right to Work
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa criticises the Centre's move to replace MGNREGA with a new scheme, calling it an ideological assault on rural employment. Read more.
Kolkata doctor couple's home burgled, CCTV disabled
A doctor couple in Kolkata's Salt Lake returned from a trip to find their home burgled. Thieves disabled 9 CCTV cameras and stole household items. Police are investigating.
Uttarakhand's Rs 1,640 Crore Bridge Upgrade Plan
Uttarakhand PWD to upgrade 235 bridges for defense & tourism. Rs 1,640 crore project starts July 2026, boosting load capacity for Char Dham & border logistics. Read more.
Bombay HC Questions Ex-Kolhapur SP in Multi-Crore Scam
Bombay High Court summons former Kolhapur SP Shailesh Balkawade over alleged lapses in Rs 280 crore investment fraud probe. Key accused's bail hearing sees victim intervention.
Noida makes fire NOCs mandatory for Christmas, New Year parties
Noida administration mandates fire safety NOCs and prior permission for all festive events at hotels, pubs, and banquet halls. Inspections intensify after the Goa tragedy. Learn the new rules.
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