Ballia Man Arrested for Rape, Blackmail in Varanasi
A 40-year-old relative has been arrested in Ballia for allegedly raping a woman in Varanasi by threatening to implicate her family in a false case and uploading an obscene video online.
Category : Politics
India-Japan Strategic Dialogue: AI, Minerals Focus
India and Japan agreed to enhance cooperation in artificial intelligence and critical minerals during their 18th strategic dialogue in New Delhi, while also discussing regional issues and economic security.
Varanasi Flower Market Revamp: 62 Vendors Seek Legal Contracts
Varanasi's Kisan Phool Mandi undergoes transformation as 62 vendors apply for legal contracts after municipal action against illegal occupants. Corporation aims for direct vendor agreements to eliminate middlemen.
Missing Ballia Youth Found Dead in Well, Family Alleges Murder
The body of 22-year-old Surendra Chauhan was discovered in a well near a temple in Bansdih town, Ballia district. His family claims murder and criticizes police inaction after he went missing four days earlier.
Kanpur Drive to Enroll Disabled Voters in Electoral List
Kanpur administration initiates a special campaign to identify and register disabled voters. The drive uses UIDID data and sets key dates for enrollment.
Sonbhadra Police Arrests 3 in Fuel Black Market Raids
Sonbhadra Police arrested three individuals for diesel and petrol black marketing in Varanasi. Raids in Chopan and Anpara areas seized hundreds of litres of illegal fuel and equipment.
Bengaluru Civic Polls Deadline Brings Hope for Urban Reforms
Resident welfare groups in Bengaluru welcome Supreme Court's June 30 deadline for civic polls, hoping it will accelerate infrastructure fixes and improve local governance.
Kanpur: Jewellery Theft Accused Escapes Police Station
A man arrested for stealing from Balaji Jewellers made a daring escape from Gujaini police station in Kanpur. He pushed a home guard and fled while being taken to the bathroom.
Kerala Corpse Handlers: Unsung Heroes of Last Rites
In Kerala, corpse handlers perform the vital task of preparing bodies for final rites, facing social stigma and health risks with quiet dignity.
Karnataka's New Law Targets 'Honour' Crimes, Upholds Liberty
Karnataka proposes a new law to combat 'honour' crimes with targeted enforcement, aiming to assert personal liberty and prevent such violence effectively.
SC Split Verdict Extends Impasse on Corruption Probes
A split Supreme Court verdict leaves the issue of prior sanction for probing officials unresolved, diluting anti-corruption laws and prolonging legal uncertainty.
Birla: Transparency, Inclusivity Key to Democratic Strength
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized that democratic institutions thrive when they are transparent, inclusive, and accountable to citizens, speaking at a Commonwealth conference in New Delhi.
HC Stops SFI's Unauthorized Memorial Inauguration at College
Kerala High Court stays inauguration of SFI-built martyr memorial at Govt Law College, Thiruvananthapuram, citing lack of permissions. Court issues strict directives to officials.
BNP Pushes Citizen-Led Area Sabhas in Bengaluru Polls
Bengaluru NavaNirmana Party announces Mission 50 campaign for GBA polls, focusing on decentralized governance and professional candidates to tackle civic issues.
AAP: Bittu Exposed Badals' Role in Punjab Drug Crisis
AAP's Baltej Pannu claims BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu's remarks reveal the Badals' responsibility for drugs and gangsterism in Punjab, questioning BJP's alliance stance.
BJP Wins Big in Mira-Bhayander, Shiv Sena Loses Ground
The BJP has won 78 out of 95 seats in the Mira-Bhayander Municipal Corporation elections, marking a significant gain. Shiv Sena managed only three seats, while Congress secured 13.
Pednekar Wins Mumbai Ward 199 for Shiv Sena (UBT)
Former mayor Kishori Pednekar secures victory in Mumbai's Ward 199 for Shiv Sena (UBT), winning by 1,689 votes in a closely fought election against a local Shiv Sena candidate.
Sankranti Cockfights Become Gambling Spectacles in AP
Traditional Sankranti cockfights in Andhra Pradesh transformed into large-scale gambling events with rampant betting and animal cruelty, openly defying high court orders.
India in Talks with US on Chabahar Port Sanctions Waiver
India remains in contact with the US to implement a sanctions waiver for the Chabahar port, valid until April 2026, despite recent US tariffs on Iran trade.
Punjab Speaker Slams Centre's Medical College Accreditation Move
Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan criticizes the Central government's decision to cancel MBBS accreditation of a Jammu and Kashmir medical college, calling it unjust and politically motivated.
Punjab School Campaign Against Food Adulteration Starts
Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan announces a statewide awareness drive in schools to combat adulteration in milk, ghee, and dairy products, beginning in Kotkapura.
Autopsy Confirms Murder of 3-Year-Old Boy in Azamgarh
The autopsy of a 3-year-old boy in Azamgarh's Chevarpur Puran village confirmed he was murdered by an antemortem throat injury. Police arrested the accused neighbor after exhumation and investigation.
Congress vs Administration Over Varanasi Ghat Development
Congress leaders in Varanasi accuse district administration of destroying culture at Manikarnika Ghat during development work. Officials say all artworks and idols are preserved and will be reinstalled.
Kanpur DM Orders Stray Dog Control in Public Areas
Kanpur District Magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh directs officials to eliminate stray dogs from schools, hospitals, and transport hubs, appointing nodal officers for monitoring.
Yogi Orders Action on Land Lease Irregularities in Gorakhpur
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directs officials to investigate land lease complaints and ensure welfare benefits during Janata Darshan at Gorakhnath Temple.
Two Women Die in Bhadohi Road Accidents
Two women lost their lives in separate road accidents in Bhadohi district on Thursday. One died in a truck-motorcycle collision, another in a head-on car crash.
Varanasi Plans Vending Zones to Ease Ramnagar Traffic
Varanasi Municipal Corporation is establishing organized street vending zones in Ramnagar to reduce traffic congestion. Plans include parking facilities and public toilets.
India-Japan Launch AI Dialogue, Critical Minerals Group
India and Japan have launched an AI Dialogue and a joint working group on critical minerals during strategic talks in New Delhi, aiming to de-risk the global economy and strengthen their partnership.
BJP's Shinde Wins BMC Ward 106 by 164 Votes in Mulund
Prabhakar Shinde of BJP secured a narrow victory over MNS's Satyawan Dalvi in Mumbai's BMC elections, winning Ward 106 in Mulund East with 11,897 votes.
US Resumes Deportation Flights to Venezuela with 231 Migrants
A flight carrying 231 Venezuelan migrants deported from Phoenix landed in Caracas, marking the resumption of US deportation flights after a pause since December.
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