Fadnavis Cancels Campaign for Zilla Parishad Polls
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has withdrawn from campaigning for the upcoming zilla parishad elections, citing the tragic demise of deputy CM Ajit Pawar. The polls are scheduled for February 7.
Category : Politics
Naidu Dismisses YSRCP Apology Demand Over Tirupati Laddu Row
Andhra Pradesh CM Nara Chandrababu Naidu has firmly rejected YSRCP's demand for an apology in the Tirupati laddu ghee adulteration controversy, defending his actions based on official reports.
Vizag MP Counters Jagan's Gitam Land Allegations
Vizag MP M Sribharat strongly refutes former CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's social media claims about Gitam University land regularization, calling them misinformation and providing detailed valuation figures.
Ex-Bareilly Magistrate Meets Swami Avimukteshwaranand in Varanasi
Former Bareilly City Magistrate Alankar Agnihotri met with Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in Varanasi, sparking discussions on spiritual and public service connections.
Chennai: Mother-Son Found Dead in Apparent Suicide Pact
A 70-year-old woman and her 41-year-old son were found dead at their Chennai home. Police suspect suicide after financial struggles in the film industry.
Vijayawada Official Praises Union Budget 2027 as 'Viksit Bharat'
Lanka Dinakar, chairman of the 20-Point Programme implementation, praised the Union Budget 2027 as a 'Viksit Bharat - Modi 3.0 budget' that lays a strong foundation for self-reliant, inclusive, and sustainable national development.
Tasmac Bottle Buy-Back Scheme to Resume in Chennai
Tamil Nadu's Tasmac will implement its empty liquor bottle buy-back scheme in Chennai this week after protests. The phased rollout aims to avoid previous confusion.
YSRCP Attacks Centre, AP Govt Over Budget Neglect
YSR Congress Party leader YV Subba Reddy criticizes Union Budget for neglecting Andhra Pradesh, inadequate Polavaram funding, and lack of exclusive rail corridors despite NDA partnership.
Budget 2026 Coconut Scheme: Impact & Daily Use Tips
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Coconut Promotion Scheme aims to boost India's coconut production, benefiting 10 million farmers. Discover its economic impact, health benefits, and easy ways to incorporate coconut into daily meals.
Hazaribag: Police Bust Illegal Liquor Factory, Seize 4,000 Fake Bottles
Hazaribag police raided an illegal liquor factory in Bishnugarh forest, seizing 4,000 counterfeit IMFL bottles, equipment worth Rs 56 lakh, and arresting two persons. The operation exposed a sophisticated forgery operation using fake government monograms.
BJP Praises Budget, Mamata Calls It 'Humpty Dumpty'
West Bengal BJP welcomes Union Budget 2026, while CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes it as a 'Humpty Dumpty' budget, claiming no funds for the state. She made the remarks in Kolkata before heading to Delhi.
Accused Escapes Police Lock-Up, Re-arrested in Mumbai
An accused in a two-wheeler theft case escaped from Navghar police station lock-up in Bhayander East but was re-arrested within hours from Mumbai on Sunday morning.
Ranchi: 5 Police Personnel Suspended for Drug, Betting Links
Five Ranchi police personnel, including an ASI and four constables, suspended after videos surfaced showing alleged involvement in illegal drug sales and betting activities. SSP orders inquiry.
Karnataka Governor Withholds Hate Speech Bill, Sends to President
Karnataka Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot has withheld assent to the Hate Speech and Hate Crime Bill, 2025, citing vague definitions, overlap with existing laws, and risk of misuse, reserving it for the President's consideration.
Vigilance Raid at Kerala Bevco Outlet Uncovers Corruption
VACB officials raided a Bevco outlet in Ernakulam, seizing unaccounted cash and liquor bottles. Staff allegedly accepted bribes from agents to boost sales through preferential shelf placement.
Budget 2026: FM Proposes AVGC Labs in Schools, Colleges
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced support for IICT Mumbai to establish AVGC content creator labs in schools and colleges, addressing the sector's projected need for 2 million professionals by 2030.
Kerala Drug Peddler Gets 26 Years RI for Narcotics Smuggling
An NDPS court in Thiruvananthapuram sentenced drug peddler George Kutty to 26 years rigorous imprisonment and Rs 2 lakh fine for smuggling narcotics worth Rs 20 crore using secret car compartments.
CPM Worker Held for Hospital Ruckus Post-Drunk Driving Crash
A CPM worker in Kottarakkara was arrested for causing a disturbance at a taluk hospital during a medical exam after a drunk driving accident, with police reporting multiple prior cases against him.
Halwara Airport Inaugurated: New Terminal Opens in Punjab
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the new civil enclave at Halwara Airport, ending decades of wait for superior air connectivity in Punjab's industrial heartland.
Thiruvananthapuram Dog Shelter Protests Over Safety, Permissions
Protests erupted in Thiruvananthapuram against a private stray dog shelter in Nagapuram near Poovar, with locals alleging illegal operation and safety risks. Mayor calls it politically motivated.
Budget 2026: Northeast Boost, Opposition Roadmap Criticism
Industry players and governments in Northeast India welcome Union Budget 2026 prospects while Opposition parties in Assam criticize lack of clear roadmap ahead of elections.
Ludhiana DRI Seizes 12kg Opium in US/Canada Parcels
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence in Ludhiana intercepted seven parcels containing 12 kilograms of opium destined for the United States and Canada, leading to multiple arrests in a major drug bust.
Budget Focuses on Urban Development, EU Deal Benefits Punjab: Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlights the budget's emphasis on urban development and the benefits of the EU trade deal for Punjab, aiming to boost economic growth and infrastructure.
Budget 2026 Boosts Nuclear Energy with Private Sector Entry
Union Budget 2026 provides a significant push to India's nuclear energy sector, following the Shanti Act that opens doors for private players to participate in nuclear power generation and technology development.
Goldy Brar's Father Hospitalized in Bathinda
The father of fugitive terrorist Goldy Brar has been shifted to a hospital in Bathinda for medical treatment, according to recent reports from local authorities.
Ludhiana: Woman's Miscarriage After Assault, Husband Booked
A woman in Ludhiana suffered a miscarriage after being allegedly assaulted by her husband. Police have registered a case under BNS sections for causing miscarriage and voluntarily causing hurt.
Ludhiana Residents Threaten Protest Over Sewage Flooding
Frustrated residents of Dhoka Mohalla in Ludhiana threaten to picket the municipal commissioner's office after sewage water flooded streets twice in a week without rainfall, blaming bridge construction for the crisis.
Manipur Govt Formation: 20 BJP MLAs Head to Delhi
Efforts to form a new government in Manipur are accelerating, with 20 BJP MLAs traveling to Delhi to meet the party's central leadership for crucial discussions.
Budget 2026: 2 New Telescopes, Upgrade in Ladakh
Union Budget 2026 allocates funds for National Large Solar Telescope and National Large Optical-infrared Telescope in Ladakh, plus Himalayan Chandra Telescope upgrade. Ladakh's dark skies make it ideal for astronomy.
India Cuts Chabahar Port Funds to Zero, Slashes Bangladesh Aid
India's Union Budget 2026-27 allocates no funds for Iran's Chabahar port project and halves development assistance to Bangladesh amid strained bilateral ties.
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