NSUI Jaipur Protest: Epstein Files & Trade Deal Opposition
NSUI led by Vinod Jakhar staged a protest at Shaheed Smarak, demanding transparency on Epstein files and opposing the India-US trade deal, citing threats to MSMEs and democracy.
Category : Politics
BJP Deputy CM Predicts Landslide Win in 2027 UP Polls
BJP Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak asserts the party will secure an absolute majority in the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, criticizing opposition tactics as ineffective.
BJP Chief Calls Congress Municipal Wins 'Inflated', Cites AIMIM Alliance
Telangana BJP chief N Ramchander Rao dismissed Congress's municipal election victories as inflated, alleging AIMIM support and misuse of power while highlighting BJP's vote share growth.
Prayagraj Targets 1 Lakh Solar Panels by 2027
Prayagraj district is being developed as a solar city with a target of installing 100,000 solar panels by 2027. Already, 12,154 panels are installed, generating 36,562 kW of energy, as part of Uttar Pradesh's green energy push.
Prayagraj Contractor Killed Over Grave Dispute at Wedding
A 45-year-old contractor in Prayagraj was brutally killed after confronting wedding guests for parking vehicles and urinating near his father's grave. Police have detained seven suspects, including a constable, as the investigation continues.
Maurya: Budgets Inspire Youth, UP Attracts Global Investors
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya states Union and state budgets energize youth to become job creators. He notes improved law and order and infrastructure are drawing global investment to Uttar Pradesh.
Kanpur DM Sets 45-Day Aadhaar Deadline, Targets Child Enrollment
District Magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh directs officials to clear Aadhaar applications for adults within 45 days, prioritizes child enrollment for school admissions, and reviews pending cases.
Nikshith Podila Wins Ward Election, Father Loses in Nalgonda
In a bittersweet electoral outcome, 22-year-old Nikshith Podila won as ward member in Hyderabad, while his father Venkanna lost in Miryalaguda municipality. Both contested as independents after Congress denied tickets.
Rajasthan: 71 Fake Farmers in Rs 9 Crore PMFBY Insurance Scam
A major insurance fraud involving 71 individuals posing as farmers with forged land records to claim nearly Rs 9 crore under PMFBY was uncovered in Bikaner. Agriculture Minister Kirodi Lal Meena revealed a potential Rs 1,150 crore scam across Rajasthan.
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Fostering New Mafias in UP
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav criticizes BJP government for creating 'new mafias' and failing infrastructure in Kanpur, promising development if SP returns to power.
Geneva Talks: Iran Nuclear Deal and Ukraine Conflict Discussions
U.S. delegation with envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to meet Iranian officials in Geneva on Tuesday, mediated by Oman, alongside separate Ukraine-Russia talks.
SC Warns Himachal HC, Extends Local Body Poll Deadline
Supreme Court criticizes Himachal Pradesh High Court for interfering with state government decisions while upholding timely local body elections. Deadline extended to May 31 due to logistical challenges.
HC Stays CAT Order on Chandigarh Power Employee Transfers
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has stayed a Central Administrative Tribunal interim order that maintained status quo for employees transferred from EWEDC to CPDL, following UT Chandigarh's challenge.
Jaipur Heritage Controversy Over Second IPD Tower Plan
The Rajasthan state budget's proposal for a second IPD Tower at J K Lon Hospital faces opposition from experts and locals, who warn it threatens the UNESCO World Heritage site's aesthetic and historical integrity along JLN Marg.
TN Mandates Online Applications for Marriage Assistance
Tamil Nadu government mandates online applications for marriage assistance schemes to ensure transparency and timely processing, eliminating manual submissions and middlemen.
Transgender Woman Wins Municipal Seat in Telangana
Nagilla Sudhakar, alias Kaveri, becomes the first transgender woman elected in Telangana municipal polls, winning as an independent candidate in Chityala.
Ex-Officio Members Key to Telangana Municipal Control
As Telangana's urban local body results are declared, focus shifts to ex-officio members whose votes could decide mayors and chairpersons in closely-fought municipalities. The indirect elections scheduled for February 16 will see intense political maneuve
Revanth Meets Priyanka, Congress Wins Big in Telangana Municipal Polls
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy met Priyanka Gandhi in Delhi, discussing Congress's victory in municipal elections. The party won 83 municipalities and 5 corporations, with plans for alliances and infrastructure focus.
Chandigarh Court Rejects Bail in Surjeet Bouncer Murder Case
Chandigarh district court rejects bail application of Neeraj Gupta alias Chaska, main accused in 2020 Surjeet Bouncer murder case, citing seriousness of charges and witness safety concerns.
Allahabad HC Slams UP Police Over Non-Execution of Warrants
The Allahabad High Court has strongly criticized Uttar Pradesh police officials for repeated failures to execute non-bailable warrants issued by the court, threatening accountability and departmental action.
Jaipur Enforces E-Rickshaw Zone Policy for City Transport
Jaipur administration enforces e-rickshaw zone segregation, restricting vehicles to seven designated areas to ensure equal distribution and reduce congestion in the city.
Minors Held for Stabbing Teen in Chandigarh's Maloya
Three minors have been taken into custody by Maloya police for allegedly stabbing another minor in Chandigarh. The victim, Arman, was attacked on February 12 and is in critical condition at PGI.
BJP Nears First Mayoral Wins in Telangana Urban Politics
The BJP is on the brink of securing its first municipal corporation mayor posts in Telangana, leading in Karimnagar and competing closely in Nizamabad, marking a significant shift in the state's urban political landscape.
AAP Burns Effigy of Bajwa Over Remarks Against Minister's Father
The Aam Aadmi Party in Jalandhar staged a protest and burned an effigy of Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa for his alleged derogatory remarks against the father of Punjab Minister Harbhajan Singh Eto. The incident highlights rising political tensions in
BNP Welcomes Modi's Congratulations After Bangladesh Election Win
Bangladesh Nationalist Party's media cell expresses gratitude for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's congratulatory message following their landslide victory in the recent general elections.
Pothole Deaths Jump 53% in 5 Years; UP Leads with Half of Fatalities
Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari reveals a 53% increase in pothole-related deaths over five years, with Uttar Pradesh accounting for more than half of the 9,400 fatalities nationwide.
Allahabad HC Seeks Policy for Rape Survivors' Pregnancy Termination
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to file an affidavit on implementing SOPs for medical termination of pregnancies up to 24 weeks, noting delays in rape survivors accessing care.
BMC's 2026-27 Budget Focuses on Roads, Water, and Lighting in Kolkata
The Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation presents a surplus budget of Rs 67.8 lakh for 2026-27, with major allocations for road development, water supply augmentation, street lighting, and sewerage system modernization in Salt Lake and Rajarhat areas.
Prayagraj GST Collections Jump 8.83% During Magh Mela
Prayagraj records impressive 8.83% GST growth during Magh Mela, surpassing national average. Collections rise from Rs 262.72 crore to Rs 285.91 crore year-on-year.
TN Govt's Retroactive Scheme to Legalize Illegal Quarrying
Tamil Nadu government introduces a one-time regularization scheme for excess and illegal quarrying, effective from 2015, with penalties up to five times seigniorage fee. Activists demand withdrawal and criminal action.
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