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Category : Politics
Madurai Dargah Festival Starts Amid Hindu Outfit Protests
The annual Dargah festival in Madurai commenced amid protests by BJP and right-wing activists over access rights. Police detained protesters raising slogans. Read the full details.
Sambhal: Wife, lover kill husband, dismember body with grinder
Sambhal police arrest a woman and her lover for allegedly murdering her husband, dismembering the body with a wood grinder, and dumping parts in a drain and Ganga. DNA tests underway.
Nadda's Congress-Naxal Link Claim Sparks Political Row
BJP chief JP Nadda alleges Congress insiders were involved in the deadly 2013 Jhiram Ghati Maoist attack. Ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel hits back, demanding NIA interrogation. Details inside.
Bharat Taxi Launch: Govt's Zero-Commission Ride-Hailing App
Union Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led app to free drivers from private firms. Launch details, key features, and benefits explained.
Nadda's Congress-Naxal Link Claim Sparks Political Row
BJP chief JP Nadda alleges Congress insiders were involved in the deadly 2013 Jhiram Ghati Naxal attack. Ex-CM Bhupesh Baghel hits back, demanding NIA interrogation. Full details inside.
Govt's Bharat Taxi App: Zero Commission for Drivers, Transparent Fares
Union Minister Amit Shah announces Bharat Taxi, a cooperative-led app to free drivers from private firms. Launching soon, it promises full earnings for drivers and transparent pricing for passengers.
BMC Issues New Guidelines for Road Widening, Rehab in Mumbai
Mumbai's BMC revises rules for road widening & rehabilitation under DCPR 2034 to ensure transparency, stop selective demolitions, and improve traffic flow. Key changes explained.
BJP Rebuts Sonia Gandhi's Claims on VB-G RAM G Act
BJP accuses Sonia Gandhi of 'selective memory and falsehoods' over her criticism of the newly passed VB-G RAM G Act. Get the full details on the parliamentary showdown.
Raje Slams Congress Over 'Ram' Opposition
Vasundhara Raje criticizes Congress for opposing renaming of employment scheme to G Ram G. She says Ram is life for BJP. Read the full political row.
SC Sets Aside Ex-Parte Anticipatory Bail Cancellation
Supreme Court reinstates anticipatory bail, criticising Bombay High Court's ex-parte order. Case sent back for fresh hearing with both parties present. Key legal principle upheld.
BJP sweeps Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025
The BJP has secured a decisive victory in the Goa Zilla Panchayat elections 2025, winning 31 seats. Congress trails with 10. Get the full results and analysis here.
Mizoram's Operation Jericho extended to March 2026
Mizoram extends its successful border anti-drug operation, 'Operation Jericho,' until March 2026. Key ministers and YMA leaders vow to intensify the crackdown on trafficking from Myanmar.
Tripura Ex-Militants Block Highway Over Rehabilitation
Surrendered militants in Tripura block Assam-Agartala National Highway, demanding revival of a Rs 23 crore rehabilitation scheme stalled since 2018. Traffic disrupted at Baramura.
Tipra Motha Goes Solo for Tripura ADC Elections
Tipra Motha, a BJP ally in Tripura, will contest the crucial Tribal Council polls independently after ruling out seat-sharing. Founder Pradyot Kishore Debbarman challenges BJP's claim of winning all 28 seats.
Vijay pledges to safeguard secularism, religious harmony in TN
Actor-politician Thalapathy Vijay commits to Tamil Nadu's secular principles and religious harmony during Christmas event, as parties intensify outreach to Christian voters. Read more.
Karnataka HC Backs State's Grid Supply Order for Generators
Karnataka High Court reinstates state's order requiring embedded generators to supply power to the grid at Rs 4.86/unit. The ruling clarifies state jurisdiction over cogeneration plants. Read the full details.
Chandigarh Headlines: Major Updates You Need to Know
Get the latest updates from Chandigarh on civic issues, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments. Stay informed with the biggest stories of the day.
Three arrested for leaking naval info to Pakistan
Karnataka police arrest three men from UP and Gujarat for sharing sensitive Indian Navy ship details with Pakistani handlers. Case filed under Official Secrets Act.
New Job Guarantee Scheme: 125 Days Work, But Concerns Remain
President Murmu assents to VB-G RAM G Bill, replacing MGNREGA. While work days rise to 125, funding burden on states & a 60-day pause in peak farm season spark debate. Analysis inside.
Mumbai's E Ward Faces Civic Crisis Amid Political Diversity
Mumbai's E Ward, home to 3.16 lakh voters, battles severe civic issues like encroachments, water shortage, and parking crunch. Discover the challenges in this politically diverse urban area.
HC Weighs Tender for Consultant to Avoid Delays in Plan
Punjab & Haryana High Court seeks time-bound tender process for consultant appointment in Chandigarh development plan. Bench warns against procedural lapses to meet Jan 21, 2026 deadline. Read details.
MK Stalin releases Anti-Hindi Agitation documents book
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin unveils a comprehensive book chronicling the state's anti-Hindi imposition struggles from 1927 to 1967. Explore this historic archive now.
Codeine Syrup Seized in UP, 6 Arrested in Etah & Mirzapur
Uttar Pradesh police crack down on drug trafficking, seizing codeine cough syrup and arresting six individuals in separate raids across Etah and Mirzapur districts.
Bangladesh Elements Seek to Harm India, Says Expert
Foreign affairs expert Sreeradha Datta warns that certain forces in Bangladesh aim to sever ties and actively harm India's interests. Read the full analysis.
Nadda Claims Congress Insiders Behind 2013 Jhiram Ghati Attack
BJP chief JP Nadda accuses Congress insiders of involvement in the deadly 2013 Jhiram Ghati Naxal attack in Chhattisgarh. Read the explosive political allegations.
BJP donations up 53%, Congress falls in 2024-25
The BJP's political donations jumped 53% in 2024-25, while Congress and other parties saw a decline. The period covered the crucial 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Read the full analysis.
Bangladesh may scale back Delhi embassy staff amid tensions
Bangladesh considers reducing diplomatic staff in New Delhi as ties sour. Meanwhile, suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir launches Janata Unnayan Party. Top global and national stories covered.
Goa court extends police remand of nightclub owners in fire case
A Goa court extends police custody for the owners of 'Birch by Romeo' nightclub where 25 died in a fire. Police allege forged licenses and safety norm violations. Read the latest updates.
Ex-CBI Chief Alleges Forced Circumcision in Andhra
Former CBI head alleges non-Muslim boys in Andhra Pradesh underwent circumcision to push a communal agenda. He demands a review of medical records from the past decade.
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