The National Green Tribunal has taken suo motu cognisance of serious allegations regarding encroachment and pollution of the Sonadubbi River in Ranchi district, Jharkhand, directing the case to the Eastern Zone Bench for hearing.
Following the tragic death of an HSC student who fell from a packed train, BJP corporator Dipesh Mhatre pushes for new bus services between Dombivli and Thane to ease rail congestion.
The hearing of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's discharge petition in the Badgai land scam case has been adjourned to February 21 after his advocate requested time due to senior counsel's Supreme Court engagements.
Congress assigns Bhupen Borah to expedite opposition alliance and seat-sharing negotiations in Assam, aiming to unify anti-BJP votes ahead of assembly polls.
A 15-year-old boy, Laxman Yadav, died instantly when the sand-laden tractor he was driving overturned near Saraiyahat. Police are investigating the incident on the Saraiyahat-Gadijhopa road.
A 19-year-old college student in Mangaluru allegedly stabbed a minor classmate with a penknife after a quarrel escalated into violence at a private college. The injured student is hospitalized but out of danger, and police have taken the accused into cust
The Karnataka High Court has ruled that individuals or institutions holding stolen property cannot legally delay or refuse its production when demanded by police, dismissing IIFL Finance's petition in a gold theft case.
Megha Kumari, Ankita Tigga, and Shaheen Bhardwaj, all in their early 20s, are contesting the Hazaribag Municipal Corporation election, highlighting youth engagement in local politics with a focus on civic issues.
Business operations at Ranchi's Atal Smriti Vendor Market halted as 478 shopkeepers protested against RMC's reshuffling order. Vendors oppose reallocation, citing disruption to seven-year businesses and lack of transparent lottery process for vacant shops
Goa's Captain of Ports grants interim permission to Delta Corp to relocate Deltin Royale casino vessel near Patto bridge. The move precedes induction of a larger 1,000-capacity vessel, sparking protests from activists.
Jai Kishore Singh, president of Jamshedpur Local Trailer Owners Association, was brutally assaulted by 20 unidentified armed individuals during a demonstration. Police investigation underway.
ACS Vandana Dadel and DGP Tadasha Mishra direct state police to enforce decisions from DGsP/IGsP Conference 2025, focusing on new criminal laws, community policing, and extremist-area welfare programs.
Former deputy CM Sudesh Mahto questions the state government's decision to hold urban local body elections without party symbols and using ballot papers instead of EVMs.
JD(U) MP Sanjay Kumar Jha urges Centre to grant international status to Darbhanga airport, citing its success under UDAN scheme and regional economic benefits.
The Indian Air Force conducted a historic trial landing of a transport aircraft on the Moran highway strip in Assam, showcasing enhanced operational readiness and infrastructure development in the Northeast region.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma welcomes Supreme Court order allowing evictions in reserve forest areas with committee oversight, calling it a landmark judgment for anti-encroachment operations.
A tragic accident on the Dumka-Bhagalpur main road under Jama police station resulted in two fatalities and one critical injury. The victims, identified as Karan Manjhi and Sonu Kumar, died on the spot, while Tamtam Kumar was hospitalized with severe inju
Krushna Kandi, the main suspect in a transgender murder case, was injured in a police shootout in Puri district. He attempted to flee and fired at officers, leading to his capture and hospitalization.
In a major crackdown, Amritsar police have dismantled an arms smuggling module, arresting two individuals and recovering five pistols. The operation highlights ongoing efforts to curb illegal weapon trafficking in the region.
In a major crackdown, Punjab Police arrested over 3,200 individuals in a 72-hour 'Operation Prahar' targeting drug trafficking, illegal weapons, and organized crime across the state.
In a significant joint operation, Khalra police and the Border Security Force confiscated 1 kilogram of heroin near the India-Pakistan border in Amritsar, thwarting a major drug smuggling attempt.
Bangladesh's Home Adviser has announced that strict legal measures will be enforced against any irregularities during upcoming elections, emphasizing transparency and fairness.
Surinder Singh has officially taken charge as the Additional Deputy Commissioner for Rural Development in Tarn Taran district, marking a significant administrative appointment in Punjab's local governance.
Street vendors in Tarn Taran, Punjab, staged a protest against the municipal corporation's anti-encroachment campaign, claiming it threatens their livelihoods and lacks proper rehabilitation plans.
In a significant drug bust, Amritsar police arrested one individual and confiscated 102 grams of heroin, highlighting ongoing efforts to combat narcotics trafficking in the region.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces the Kumar Bhaskar Verma bridge in Guwahati will be inaugurated by PM Modi on Feb 14, open for pedestrians initially, with vehicular traffic starting in March.
Eight Muslim-majority districts in Assam saw voter gains in final electoral rolls, while the state's overall electorate contracted by over two lakh. Traditional Assamese heartlands recorded significant declines.
In a surprising development, Mysuru district's initiative to award Gram Panchayats for being child marriage-free has received no applications, highlighting implementation challenges.
Shivamogga MP BY Raghavendra announced a 20-km NH-169A upgrade through Agumbe Ghat with a tunnel bypass study, approved by PM Modi and Nitin Gadkari. Environmentalists warn it threatens king cobra habitat and local ecology.
A nationwide strike threatens to disrupt midday meal services in Karnataka, with authorities planning to involve School Development and Management Committees to mitigate the impact.