Women-Only Auto Service Launching in Bengaluru Feb 14

A new women-only auto-rickshaw service is set to launch in Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, following a successful pilot with 17 trips in January. Initial hours will be 6 am to midnight, with potential 24-hour operation based on demand.

India's Energy Diversification Strategy Amid US Oil Claims

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlights India's focus on diversifying energy sources in response to US President Trump's remarks on Russian oil imports, while noting progress in India-US trade and critical mineral cooperation.

Tirupur Man Kills Cousin in Lodge Over Property Dispute

A 36-year-old man was arrested in Tirupur for murdering his 40-year-old cousin at a lodge. The crime stemmed from a long-standing dispute over ancestral property, with the suspect luring the victim under false pretenses.

Ahmedabad Slaughterhouse Relocation Plan Scrapped

The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has withdrawn a Rs 32 crore proposal to relocate a slaughterhouse from the Walled City to the outskirts, following objections from BJP legislators and civic leaders.

Trichy Police Transfer 10 Inspectors for Election Impartiality

Trichy City Police Commissioner N Kamini has ordered the immediate transfer of at least ten police inspectors to ensure neutrality and fairness ahead of the upcoming assembly elections. The transfers follow guidelines for election-related postings.

Bombay HC Committee Studies Lucknow's Waste Management

A Bombay High Court-appointed monitoring committee arrived in Lucknow to study solid waste management systems. The team, including IAS officers and experts, reviewed LMC's sanitation operations and will inspect processing plants.

Congress: PM Modi's No-Reply Violates Lok Sabha Rules

The Congress party has formally written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's failure to reply to the Motion of Thanks debate constitutes a serious procedural violation of parliamentary rules.

Man Dies in Elephant Attack at Bandipur Tiger Reserve

A 55-year-old man was tragically killed by a wild elephant in the Bandipur Tiger Reserve limits in Karnataka's Mysuru district. The incident occurred near a village, highlighting human-wildlife conflict risks.

Avadi's 49 Crore Road Revamp After Sewage Damage

Avadi Corporation receives its largest-ever 49 crore fund to re-lay over 400 roads damaged by underground sewage and water works, with strict quality controls and resident oversight.

Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Voter List Manipulation

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP functionaries are misusing Form-7 to delete voter names, urges Supreme Court to intervene and calls for judicial probe into electoral roll manipulation.

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