Madras HC Orders Strict Tobacco Ban in Prisons After PIL
Madras High Court directs prison authorities to enforce a strict ban on tobacco products in prisons, following a PIL by a heart patient inmate complaining of passive smoking.
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Madras HC Stops Pathway in Madurai Irrigation Tank
Madras High Court issues interim injunction against pathway construction in Rajagambeeram kanmoi, citing environmental and water flow concerns in Madurai district.
Accused Son Attends Parents' Last Rites in Bengaluru
Rohan Chandra Bhat, accused of murdering his parents, was escorted by police to their cremation in Bengaluru. His sister Rashmi performed rituals while he showed no emotion.
Four Arrested for Robbing Elderly Woman in Thiruvananthapuram
Fort Police arrested four individuals for assaulting a 65-year-old woman and stealing her gold ornaments after posing as plastic waste collection workers. The premeditated robbery occurred on February 13 near Mukkolakkal Devi Temple.
DMK Defends Rs 5,000 Women's Payout Amid BJP Legal Challenge
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin asserts the Rs 5,000 advance payout to women is not election-driven, as BJP files Supreme Court case to block the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme.
TNCC Leaders Detained in Chennai Over MGNREGA Name Change Protest
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee functionaries, led by state president K Selvaperunthagai, were detained by police in Chennai while attempting to gherao Lok Bhavan. They protested the BJP government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Empl
Railways' Comprehensive Plan for Rudraksh Mahotsav Pilgrims
Ratlam rail division implements extensive safety and convenience measures for devotees attending Kubereshwar Dham's Rudraksh Mahotsav in Sehore, including temporary train halts, special services, and enhanced amenities.
Life Sentence for Two in Virudhunagar Murder Case
Principal district court in Srivilliputhur convicts and sentences two men to life imprisonment for murdering a man in Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar district, in 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 each on the accused.
Mini Airport & Agri-Conclave for Burhanpur Announced by CM
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced a mini airport in Burhanpur, an agriculture-based industry conclave, and approved 80 projects worth Rs 696 crore to boost regional connectivity and empower farmers.
High Court Seeks State Reply on Trichy River Sewage Pollution Plea
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL seeking to halt sewage discharge into the Kudamurutti river in Trichy, citing severe pollution from urban waste.
AIADMK's Palaniswami Campaigns in Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami will campaign across eight assembly constituencies in Tiruvallur and Chengalpattu districts from February 21 to 26 as part of his state-wide 'Makkalai Kappom, Thamizhagathai Meetpom' programme.
MLA Announces Land, Relief for Wild Boar Attack Victim's Family
P S Supal, MLA, has announced land under the 'Landless Punalur' project, Rs 10 lakh immediate relief, and employment assistance for the family of Raghunathan Pillai, killed in a wild boar attack in Karavoor.
TN Govt's 6,500 Cr 'Surgical Strike' for Women Beneficiaries
In a swift move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin credited 5,000 each to 1.31 crore women's accounts, totaling 6,500 crore, early Friday morning, stunning the opposition.
Retired Cop Killed in Trichy Stray Cow Accident
A 67-year-old retired police officer in Trichy died after his motorcycle hit a stray cow on Pudukkottai Road. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns with stray animals on city roads.
Vizhinjam-Navaikkulam ORR Project DPR Approved, EC Pending
The Union government has granted in-principle approval to the detailed project report for the Vizhinjam-Navaikkulam Outer Ring Road. Environmental clearance for the northern stretch remains pending, with tenders expected by April if approved.
TN Leaders Slam BJP Chief Over Remarks on Actor Vijay
Senior politicians across party lines in Tamil Nadu have strongly criticized BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran for his controversial remarks linking TVK president Vijay with an actor, calling for more civilised political discourse.
Goa Villagers Continue Protest Despite WRD's Hearing Pledge
The Water Resources Department commits to a public presentation on the Mirabag bandhara project by Feb 28, but protesters refuse to relent, demanding the project's complete cancellation over alleged irregularities.
Patna Barber Killed in Hit-and-Run on NH-30A
A 65-year-old barber, Jayanandan Thakur, died after being hit by an unknown vehicle on NH-30A near Sonaru village in Patna. Police are investigating the accident and searching for the vehicle.
Kerala Govt Sanctions Rs 6.18 Crore for HMT Junction Renovation
Kerala's Industries Minister P Rajeeve announced a Rs 6.18 crore KIIFB allocation for renovating HMT Junction in Kalamassery to ease traffic bottlenecks. Additional projects include an autism centre and IIM Kozhikode off-campus centre.
Police Demolish Criminal's House in Muzaffarpur Extortion Case
Muzaffarpur police demolished the house of absconding criminal Sonu Chaudhary in Atrar village following a court order for property attachment in an extortion case.
India's Signal Corps: Silent Tech Warriors of the Army
As the Corps of Signals marks its legacy, the 2 Signal Training Centre in Goa molds recruits into agile information warriors for cyber defense and disaster response.
Nature Park Work Starts at Vyttila Hub After Funding Delay
Cochin Smart City Mission Ltd has commenced work on a Rs 5.43 crore Nature Park behind Vyttila Mobility Hub, transforming 5.5 acres into a green recreational space after a two-year delay due to funding issues.
Ahmedabad Hotel Employee Booked for Abetment to Suicide
Ahmedabad police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against a hotel employee after a 30-year-old woman allegedly took her life in her rented room in Thaltej. The victim's brother filed a complaint alleging harassment by the accused.
Ahmedabad Principal Arrested for Molesting Mother Over School Certificates
A 28-year-old mother from Naroda was allegedly molested by a school principal when she went to collect leaving certificates for her children. The accused was arrested by Vatva GIDC police on Friday under BNS sections for sexual harassment and public serva
Ahmedabad Man Dies in Tragic Road Accident on Vatva GIDC Road
A 24-year-old man from Gandhinagar died on the spot after his speeding sedan lost control and hit a tree on Vatva GIDC Road in Ahmedabad. Police report no case registered as the father refused to file a complaint.
Man Arrested for Murder of Bajrang Dal Leader in Pudukottai
Police in Pudukottai district have arrested Vishwa, 23, for the fatal stabbing of former Bajrang Dal district president M Mohanraj. The attack occurred at his residence, with financial issues suspected as the motive.
Konkan Railway's Ticketless Travel Crackdown Nets Rs 2.5 Crore in Jan
Konkan Railway Corporation Limited conducted over 1,000 special ticket-checking drives in January, detecting 44,736 cases of unauthorised travel and collecting over Rs 2.5 crore in fares and penalties.
Goa Court Acquits Ex-Deputy CM Narvekar in Forgery Case
A Mapusa court has acquitted former Goa deputy chief minister Dayanand Narvekar and his wife Sushma of forgery and cheating charges in a 16-year-old case involving their son's birth certificate, citing lack of evidence.
NYC Mayor Officiates Surprise Weddings at Manhattan Marriage Bureau
Mayor Zohran Mamdani quietly visited the Manhattan Marriage Bureau, officiating weddings for six unsuspecting couples in a Valentine's Day surprise. The spontaneous gesture created memorable moments for newlyweds.
Police Bust SSC Exam Cheating Racket Using Remote Software
Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh STFs arrested two men for allegedly using remote-access software to solve SSC MTS exam questions for candidates who paid up to Rs 10 lakh. The sophisticated operation involved hidden laptops and underground wiring.
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