Army Jawan Shot Dead in Hathras, Police Launch Manhunt
A 27-year-old Army jawan was shot dead in a targeted attack by bike-borne assailants in Hathras district. Police have formed multiple teams and are examining CCTV footage to trace the attackers.
Category : Politics
Court Summons Police in 2020 Delhi Riots Death Case
A special court has summoned two Delhi Police personnel in the 2020 riots death case of Faizan, following a CBI chargesheet. The court found sufficient evidence for culpable homicide charges.
MCD Emergency Meeting After PM Adviser Flags Quality Issues
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi will hold a critical review meeting with all zone deputy commissioners and engineers on February 6 to address quality concerns raised by the PM's adviser and other authorities regarding development works.
Kerala Firecracker Blast Injures Man; Illegal Unit Exposed
A 22-year-old man sustained 40% burns in an explosion at an unlicensed firecracker manufacturing unit in Nanniyode, Kerala. Police investigation reveals the unit operated illegally after the licensee's death.
Smartwatch Found in Almora Jail Cell Sparks Investigation
Almora District Jail authorities seized prohibited electronic devices including a smartwatch from an inmate's cell, prompting a high-level investigation into security breaches and possible internal collusion.
Goon Arrested for Steel Pipe Attack in Kollam Beach Dispute
Police in Kollam arrested a history-sheeter with 25 criminal cases for assaulting a man with a steel pipe after a verbal dispute at Pallithottam beach. The accused, previously detained under preventive laws, was remanded to jail.
SIT Formed to Investigate Kotdwar Shop Name Dispute Cases
Pauri Garhwal police have established a five-member SIT to investigate three FIRs linked to the Kotdwar shop name dispute, including protests outside a gym. The team will identify accused and ensure impartial legal action.
Tamil Nadu History-Sheeter Arrested in Kerala Assault Case
Kadinamkulam police arrested Ratheesh, a 48-year-old from Tamil Nadu with 57 criminal cases, for assaulting a man who questioned inappropriate remarks. The accused was remanded to judicial custody.
MP's EV Charging Crisis: 1 Station per 200 Vehicles
Madhya Pradesh faces a severe electric vehicle charging infrastructure gap with just 1,146 stations for over 2 lakh EVs. The state ranks ninth nationally while also recording high EV accident rates.
Odisha SI Aspirants Protest Over Delayed Recruitment Exam
Candidates for Odisha police sub-inspector posts staged a demonstration in Bhubaneswar, demanding a fresh exam date after two cancellations due to alleged paper leaks. The recruitment process remains stalled amid CBI investigation and administrative chang
No Closure for Ernakulam Loco Shed, Upgrade to Electric Planned
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has clarified there is no proposal to close the Ernakulam loco shed, addressing concerns raised by Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan. The facility will be upgraded to handle modern electric locomotives.
Agra Woman Sentenced to Life for Acid Attack Murder
A court in Agra has sentenced Sonam Pandey to life imprisonment for killing her lover Devendra Kumar by throwing acid on him in 2021. The verdict relied on the victim's dying declaration.
Ex-Student Slashes Teacher's Face After Harassment in Mainpuri
A 17-year-old former student attacked his 25-year-old teacher with a sharp object in Mainpuri, causing severe facial injuries. The assault followed months of harassment, with police registering a case under BNS sections as the accused remains absconding.
Woman Killed by Partner in Muzaffarnagar Days Before Wedding
A 27-year-old woman from Muzaffarnagar was allegedly stabbed to death by her partner, who then died by suicide, just days before her arranged marriage. Police are investigating the tragic incident linked to a failed relationship.
BJP Names Govind Kendre Group Leader in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
The BJP has appointed Govind Kendre as its group leader for the Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Municipal Corporation, while mayor and deputy mayor posts remain undecided. In Latur, Congress appoints mayor and deputy mayor after a major poll victory.
Kochi Bank Manager Gets Bail in SC/ST Act Case
A 30-year-old bank manager in Kochi was granted anticipatory bail after the court found insufficient prima facie evidence in a case filed under the SC/ST Act by a temporary staff member alleging caste-based abuse.
Dhanbad Mayor Race: 30 Candidates Clear Scrutiny
The nomination scrutiny for Dhanbad Municipal Corporation mayor saw 30 candidates accepted and 3 rejected. The electoral process advances with key dates set for symbol allocation and polling.
Nine Women Contest Gumla Nagar Parishad Chairperson Post
Nine women candidates are contesting for the Gumla Nagar Parishad chairperson position, reserved for tribal women. Major parties like Congress, BJP, and JMM have backed candidates in this significant local election.
CM Hemant Soren Lookalike Munna Lohar Runs in Ranchi Civic Polls
Munna Lohar, a 52-year-old theatre artist and doppelgänger of Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, has filed nomination for Ranchi Municipal Council elections from Ward 52, banking on his striking resemblance to secure victory and address local civic issues.
Ranchi Ward 7: Infrastructure Crisis and Drug Menace
Residents of Ranchi's Ward 7, home to scheduled tribes and castes, endure drainage failures, water shortages, potholed roads, and drug-related crime due to non-functional streetlights and poor maintenance.
China Warns US Over Rare Earths Trade Bloc Amid Tensions
Beijing issues a stern warning to Washington against forming a preferential trade bloc for rare earth minerals, citing threats to global economic order as tensions escalate.
Trump Reverses Diego Garcia Stance, Calls Deal UK's 'Best'
Former US President Donald Trump has shifted his position on the UK-Mauritius Diego Garcia agreement, now calling it the 'best' deal possible while reserving military rights to secure the base if needed.
Eight Arrested in Giridih Tribal Girls Gang Rape Case
Giridih police have arrested eight individuals, including four minors, for the alleged gang rape of two tribal minor girls. The incident occurred on January 25, and a special investigation team is probing the case.
Bihar Buidco Orders 5-Day Office, 2-Day Field Work for Projects
Bihar Urban Infrastructure Development Corporation directs officers to spend five days on office tasks and two days on field inspections to accelerate urban infrastructure projects ahead of the monsoon season.
Mizoram Approves Plastic Waste to Fuel Cell Energy Project
Mizoram's Empowered Committee on Investment, chaired by CM Lalduhoma, has granted in-principle approval to a Mumbai-based firm to establish a fuel cell and sustainable energy plant using plastic waste in the state.
Hemant Soren Criticizes Union Budget as Harmful to Poor and Farmers
Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren sharply criticized the Union budget, warning it could lead to starvation and harm farmers, the poor, and small businesses. He also accused the Centre of neglecting Jharkhand's development while exploiting its mineral
Koderma: Two Men Get 20-25 Years in Prison for Minor's Rape
A Koderma court has sentenced Neeraj Kumar and Akram Khan to rigorous imprisonment for 20 and 25 years respectively for raping and harassing a minor girl in 2024. The court imposed heavy fines and additional sentences under POCSO and IT Acts.
Woman Arrested for Murdering Husband with Lover in Muzaffarpur
A 29-year-old woman was arrested in Muzaffarpur for allegedly killing her husband with her lover's help after he discovered their social media affair. The victim's body was found with a slit throat on a roadside.
Mizoram Studies Nagaland's Railway Impact for Future Projects
A Mizoram planning department delegation visited Dimapur to learn from Nagaland's century-old railway experience, focusing on social, cultural, and economic impacts to guide upcoming projects like the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transit Transport Project.
RPF Rescues Four Minors in Bokaro Child Trafficking Bust
Railway Protection Force in Bokaro thwarted a child trafficking attempt under Operation AAHAT, rescuing four minors and arresting one suspect. The children were being taken to Tamil Nadu for alleged employment.
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