BJP Tops Maharashtra Municipal Polls, Wins 8 Councils
Bharatiya Janata Party secures top position in Maharashtra's municipal council elections, winning 8 of 14 councils. Results signal political shift ahead of state polls.
Category : Politics
CPM's Parody Song Gag Order Backfires in Kerala
A CPM attempt to silence a viral election parody song has spectacularly backfired, boosting the Congress campaign. Sung by Danish, the track became a poll anthem. Read more.
BJP Leader Condemns Bangladesh Lynching, Warns Bengal
BJP Minority Morcha chief Jamal Siddiqui condemns the lynching of a Hindu youth in Bangladesh, warns of growing radicalisation and draws parallels with West Bengal's political climate. Read the full story.
2026 State Elections: BJP, Opposition Gear Up for Major Battles
After 2025 wins in Delhi & Bihar, BJP eyes 2026 state polls. Key contests in West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam & Puducherry. Analysis of stakes, alliances & SIR factor.
Gurugram Work-From-Home Advisory After GRAP Stage-IV
Gurugram administration mandates work-from-home for private offices starting Dec 22 due to severe air quality. CAQM invoked GRAP Stage-IV across NCR. Details inside.
Begusarai Launches 317-CCTV Network for Cleanliness, Safety
Begusarai Municipal Corporation launches a 24x7 CCTV surveillance system with 317 cameras at 98 points to curb littering, improve traffic, and aid police. Read how this initiative aims to transform the city.
Closed Pune bridge collapses as truck drives over it, driver hurt
A dilapidated bridge in Pune's Rajgad taluka collapsed under a truck's weight, injuring the driver and disrupting travel for 25 villages. Officials had declared it unsafe months ago. Read more.
Mehbooba: Alliance with BJP was for Jammu & Kashmir
Mehbooba Mufti clarifies the PDP-BJP alliance was misunderstood, stating it was for J&K's sake. She also voices concerns over rising intolerance. Read the full story.
Deaf-mute woman exposes 16-year sexual abuse in Mumbai
A deaf and mute woman in Mumbai courageously reports serial sexual assault and blackmail after 16 years, prompted by another victim's suicide attempt. Read her harrowing story.
16-Year-Old Girl Missing in Patna, Police Probe Elopement Angle
A 16-year-old girl from Patna has been missing for four days. Police suspect she eloped, but her family alleges kidnapping after a distressed call. Search operations ongoing.
Meat and Alcohol Sale Banned in Three Punjab Holy Cities
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announces a complete ban on the sale of meat and alcohol in Sri Anandpur Sahib, Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, and Sri Chamkaur Sahib. The decision, effective immediately, aims to uphold the sanctity of these historic sites.
Elephant Movements Force Cancellation of Multiple Passenger Trains
Railway authorities cancel over half a dozen passenger trains for three days due to elephant herd movements near Guwahati. Key routes affected. Stay informed about alternative travel arrangements.
Swiss Minister Backs Social Media Ban for Children Under 16
Swiss Interior Minister advocates for a potential social media ban for children under 16 to protect mental health. Learn about the global debate on digital safety for kids.
ED attaches ex-minister's Rs 8 crore assets in Valmiki scam
ED attaches former Karnataka minister B Nagendra's properties worth Rs 8.07 crore in Maharshi Valmiki ST Corporation scam case. Read the full details of the money laundering probe.
Kharge on Karnataka Congress leadership tussle
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge addresses the internal leadership issue in Karnataka, stating confusion lies at the local level, not with the high command. Read his full statement.
BJP Wins 4 of 5 Local Body President Posts in Latur
BJP clinches president posts in four out of five local bodies in Maharashtra's Latur district, with ally NCP winning the fifth. A significant boost for the ruling Mahayuti alliance.
Tripura Students Plan Jan 8 Agitation for Kokborok Script
TSF and TISF announce a statewide movement on January 8 demanding Roman script for Kokborok language, accusing Tripura govt of inaction. Details inside.
Army deserter arrested for espionage, drug trafficking
Rajbir Singh, an Army deserter, was arrested near the Nepal border. He was involved in espionage for Pakistan and drug trafficking. A grenade and heroin were seized. Read the full story.
India suspends visa services in Bangladesh's Chittagong
India suspends visa services in Chittagong, Bangladesh, citing security concerns after Dhaka protests. Also: MGNREGA row, Messi tour payout, T20 World Cup squad debate, and San Francisco blackout.
Maharashtra Local Polls: Opposition Blames Money Power
Mahayuti alliance sweeps Maharashtra local body elections. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve alleges 'money and muscle power' behind the win. Get the full story on the political clash.
Kharge: Karnataka Congress Leadership Confusion is Local
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge clarifies that leadership issues in Karnataka are local, urging state leaders to resolve disputes internally. Read the full story.
Congress Slams Bihar Governor's Remark on Nitish Kumar Naqab Row
Congress leader Pawan Khera criticises Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan for calling Nitish Kumar's act a 'father-daughter matter'. Read about the hijab row controversy and its implications.
BJP's Nitin Nabin May Quit MLA Post for Rajya Sabha
BJP's new working president Nitin Nabin is likely to resign as an MLA to enter the Rajya Sabha from Bihar. Get the latest political developments here.
Shiv Sena, BJP Split Wins in Maharashtra Local Body Polls
Shiv Sena clinches president posts in Palghar and Dahanu councils, while BJP wins in Jawhar and Wada. Get the full results and analysis of the Maharashtra local body elections.
Mahayuti Alliance Sweeps Osmanabad-Dharashiv District
Mahayuti alliance dominates Osmanabad-Dharashiv district elections, with BJP securing 3 seats and allies Sena and NCP clinching one each. Full results and analysis inside.
India Reacts to Hindu Man's Lynching in Bangladesh
India issues strong statement on the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh, urges Bangladesh to bring perpetrators to justice and counters media propaganda.
PM Modi Pays Tribute to Assam Agitation Martyrs
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the martyrs of the Assam Agitation at the Swahid Smarak Kshetra in Guwahati, honoring their sacrifice for the state's identity and integrity.
Gujarat: Woman cop shoots rape accused fleeing crime scene
A female police officer in Gujarat's Kheda district shot and injured a rape accused who attempted to flee during a crime scene reconstruction. The incident occurred in Matar taluka.
Terrorists' Udhampur Food Stop Triggers Major Security Ops
Security forces launch massive search in Udhampur after terrorists visit village for food. Joint operation spans from IB to LoC amid intel on reactivated terror launch pads in Pakistan. Details inside.
Motihari Police List 100 Wanted, Mayor's Husband Tops
East Champaran police release a list of 100 absconding accused in serious crimes. Rewards up to Rs 1 lakh announced. SP warns of property attachment if they don't surrender.
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