Himachal Hydropower Firms Resist Land Revenue Levy
Independent power producers and Central PSUs in Himachal Pradesh oppose the state's new land revenue levy on hydropower projects, warning of legal action and higher consumer tariffs.
Category : Politics
Himachal Pradesh Transfers 14 IPS Officers in Major Reshuffle
The Himachal Pradesh government has executed a significant administrative reshuffle, transferring 14 IPS officers. Key changes include new postings for SPs in Shimla, Solan, Una, and Mandi, along with DIG appointments in cybercrime and prisons.
Haryana's Groundwater Emergency: Urgent Policy Reforms
Haryana faces a severe groundwater crisis with 64% of blocks overexploited. Paddy cultivation and free electricity drive unsustainable extraction, threatening agriculture and drinking water. Policy must shift from supply-side solutions to demand managemen
Undertrial Escapes Police Custody in Ludhiana Hospital
An undertrial criminal escaped from police custody at Civil Hospital in Ludhiana while being treated for hemorrhoids. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to trace his route.
Kerala Considers 5-Day Week for Govt Employees with Longer Hours
Kerala government discusses shifting to a five-day work week for state employees by extending daily hours. Health sector unions express reservations while most organizations support the proposal in principle.
Farmers Oppose ORR Land Acquisition, Seek Market Rate Compensation
Farmers in Vijayawada strongly oppose the expanded Outer Ring Road land acquisition, citing arbitrary width increases from 140 to 250 meters. They demand compensation based on open market rates, not registrar values, and consultation before any acquisitio
BJP Leader Accused in Kochi Half-Price Vehicle Scam
Thrikkakara Police have registered an FIR against BJP leader A N Radhakrishnan and three party associates for allegedly defrauding a woman in a half-price two-wheeler scam under the guise of a women's empowerment scheme.
Beed Police Stop Child Marriage, Book 68 Under Prohibition Act
Beed police prevented the marriage of a 16-year-old girl at Kapildhar Devasthan temple, registering a case against 68 people under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006. The minor was placed under Child Welfare Committee protection.
Bus Crash Near Bengaluru Destroys Passengers' Cash, Valuables in Fire
A private bus from Bengaluru to Kalaburagi crashed and caught fire near Nelamangala, leaving 30 passengers traumatized. While no one was physically injured, many lost cash savings and valuables worth lakhs of rupees in the blaze.
UDF's Puthu Yuga Yatra Begins, Promises New Era for Kerala
The UDF's statewide Puthu Yuga Yatra commenced from Kasaragod, with leaders criticizing the LDF government's financial failures and outlining comprehensive development plans for Kerala's future.
Maharashtra Reopens Ladki Bahin e-KYC Portal for Corrections
The Maharashtra government has reactivated the online e-KYC portal for Ladki Bahin beneficiaries to correct errors by March 31, allowing them to continue receiving Rs 1,500 monthly. This follows anganwadi workers' boycott of physical verification.
Calcutta HC Justice Alleges Mischief in Case Listing
Justice Krishna Rao of Calcutta High Court has ordered an investigation into alleged manipulation of case listings after a pension matter mysteriously jumped in serial number overnight.
Mumbai Road Deaths Fall 39% in 10 Years, 2025 Sees Rise
Mumbai's road crash deaths decreased from 611 in 2015 to 374 in 2025, a 39% drop. However, 2025 saw a 6% increase in grievous injuries and a slight rise in fatalities compared to 2024, highlighting ongoing pedestrian safety challenges.
Chennithala Blames Kerala CM for Sabarimala Gold Case Delays
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala alleges Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is responsible for delays in filing chargesheets in the Sabarimala gold scam, enabling accused to secure bail.
Punjab Slow on e-DAR System as Road Deaths Remain High
Punjab's slow adoption of the e-DAR system for accident reporting is under scrutiny as road fatalities persist, with 4,759 deaths in 2024. Officials cite poor data entry and implementation delays.
SC Allows Minor's Pregnancy Termination, Cites Reproductive Rights
The Supreme Court permitted termination of a 30-week pregnancy for a minor, prioritizing her mental health and reproductive autonomy over state concerns about fetal viability and potential adoption.
Maharashtra Rural Elections: 7,400+ Candidates Contest
Maharashtra's rural elections see 2,624 candidates for 731 ZP seats and 4,814 for 1,462 panchayat samiti seats. SEC addresses duplicate voter entries and implements colored ballots for clarity.
Trump's Obsession with Obama Fuels Political Feud and AI Attacks
Donald Trump continues to target Barack Obama with AI-generated videos and political attacks, highlighting a decade-long feud rooted in envy, policy disputes, and personal grievances.
Judge Clears Release of Evidence in Border Patrol Shooting
A federal judge has allowed the public release of evidence, including texts and footage, from a Border Patrol shooting case in Chicago, revealing the agent's mindset and DHS response.
Bengaluru's Urban Planning Conundrum: Challenges Persist
Bengaluru faces recurring urban planning challenges, with delays in key projects like the Revised Master Plan 2031 and infrastructure bottlenecks hindering sustainable growth.
Police Bust Gang, Recover ₹30 Lakh Loot in 48 Hours
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police have arrested six members of an inter-district gang for a highway robbery of a goldsmith. The entire stolen property worth ₹30 lakh was recovered within 48 hours.
AIMIM-Shiv Sena Alliance Speculations Rise in Malegaon
Speculations about an alliance between AIMIM and Shiv Sena have intensified in Nashik's Malegaon ahead of the mayoral election. AIMIM has declared it will abstain from voting, potentially benefiting the ISLAM party. The election for mayor and deputy mayor
Twins Reunited with Mother After Gujarat HC Intervention
In a significant legal intervention, the Gujarat High Court reunited 2.5-year-old twins with their mother after police stopped the father from taking them to Australia. The parents settled custody, with the mother retaining primary care.
Nashik Gets New Mayor, Deputy Mayor Elected Unopposed
Himgauri Aher of BJP and Vilas Shinde of Shiv Sena were elected unopposed as mayor and deputy mayor of Nashik Municipal Corporation, ending the four-year administrator phase.
Shiv Sena (UBT) Poised for Nashik Municipal Opposition Leader Role
Shiv Sena (UBT) is positioned to secure the Leader of the Opposition post in Nashik Municipal Corporation after political realignments following the mayoral elections. The party's strength increased to 18 corporators with Congress support, solidifying its
Kerala CM: UDF-BJP Unite on Sabarimala to Undermine Development
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan alleges UDF and BJP are colluding on Sabarimala to distract from Kerala's development needs and central neglect, citing budget discrimination and stalled projects.
BJP's Nabin Attacks Kerala Rivals, Vows to End Left Rule
BJP national president Nitin Nabin, in his first Kerala visit, accused UDF and LDF of corruption, appeasement, and hindering development. He pledged BJP's rise to power in the state.
CPM Kannur to Share Martyr Fund Details with Party, Not Media
CPM Kannur district secretary K K Ragesh announced that details of slain worker C V Dhanraj's martyr fund will be presented to the public and party workers, not the media, rejecting allegations of misappropriation.
Mega Watershed Project in Nanded to Boost Farmer Income
A major watershed development project spanning 26 talukas across five districts in Maharashtra aims to double farmers' income by providing irrigation to 4.39 lakh hectares of land over five years.
Ulsoor Lake Gets Rs 100 Crore Facelift, Modeled on Sankey Tank
Bengaluru's Ulsoor Lake is set for a major Rs 100 crore rejuvenation project, modeled after Sankey Tank, with completion expected within a year through collaboration between the city corporation and minor irrigation department.
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