Trump Imposes Tariffs on Cuba Oil Suppliers via Executive Order
US President Donald Trump signs executive order declaring national emergency to impose tariffs on goods from countries supplying oil to Cuba, escalating economic pressure.
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Experts Analyze Last Seconds of Ajit Pawar's Learjet Crash
Senior pilots analyzing CCTV footage reveal low visibility triggered events leading to the Learjet crash that killed Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar and four others. The aircraft showed an abrupt 90-degree roll before disappearing from view.
KCR Served Notice in Hyderabad Phone Tapping Case
Former Telangana CM K Chandrasekhar Rao has been summoned by the SIT investigating the phone tapping case. He has been asked to appear for questioning on January 30.
Smart Meter Pakhwada: Power Ministry's Mandatory Drive
Union Power Ministry directs all discoms to observe Smart Meter Pakhwada from Feb 9-23 with mandatory house-to-house demonstrations to address growing complaints about smart prepaid meters across India.
Gurgaon MCG Establishes Ward Committees for Citizen Participation
Gurgaon's Municipal Corporation forms ward committees across all city wards to enhance local development, citizen dialogue, and systematic problem-solving in civic infrastructure.
UP Rehab Plan for Bahraich Village After Boat Tragedy
The Uttar Pradesh government has approved a comprehensive rehabilitation package for 136 families in Bharthapur village, Bahraich, following a fatal boat accident that claimed nine lives in October 2023.
Rs 1,000 Crore Sewerage for Gorakhpur & Varanasi
A massive budget of nearly Rs 1,000 crore has been approved to provide proper sewerage networks to thousands of households in Gorakhpur and Varanasi under the AMRUT scheme's second phase.
Auto Driver Stabbed to Death in Chandigarh After Argument
An auto-rickshaw driver named Arun Kumar Tiwari was stabbed to death in Chandigarh's Daria area after an argument with three youths. Police are searching for the attackers.
High Court Lifts Bike Taxi Ban in Karnataka
The Karnataka High Court has officially lifted the ban on bike taxis, leading to faster bookings and reduced fares for commuters in Bengaluru. This decision overturns previous restrictions and clarifies legal status for ride-hailing services.
UP Police Seize Rs 4 Crore Assets, Detain Drug Offender
In a major crackdown, UP Police arrested Lokendra, a repeat drug offender, seized assets worth Rs 4 crore, and secured his detention under the PITNDPS Act to prevent further trafficking.
BJP Slams Congress for Disrupting President's Parliament Speech
Union minister Pankaj Chaudhary condemns Congress and INDIA bloc for disrupting President Murmu's Parliament address, calling it an attack on democracy and demanding public apology.
HC Extends Stay on Psychologist Recruitment Until March 11
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has extended the interim stay on outsourcing recruitment of psychologists until March 11, amid concerns over vacant posts during drug and mental health crises.
Bengaluru Contractors Threaten Strike Over Pending Bills
Civil contractors in Bengaluru announce work stoppage from March 5 if Karnataka government fails to settle Rs 37,370 crore pending bills and address corruption allegations.
Tribute to Journalist Sahdev Mali in Lucknow
A tehri bhoj was organized by the UP Press Club and UP Working Journalist Union in Lucknow to honor the memory of journalist Sahdev Mali, attended by political leaders and media figures.
TikTok Creator Jennifer O'Brien Gets 17-Year Prison Sentence
Jennifer O'Brien, known online as Jennifer Nieve, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison by Manchester Crown Court for multiple violent and sexual offenses against a woman, causing lasting psychological harm.
US Warns Iran on Nuclear Weapons, Cites Military Readiness
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth issues stern warning to Iran against pursuing nuclear capabilities, emphasizing President Trump's readiness to deploy military force amid Middle East tensions.
Three Killed as Speeding SUV Rams into Trailer on Airport Road
A tragic accident on PR-7 Airport Road in Zirakpur claimed three lives and left two critically injured when a speeding Toyota Fortuner crashed into a parked trailer. The collision was so severe it sounded like an explosion.
Andhra Talks with Meta, Google on Social Media Ban for Kids
Andhra Pradesh government invites Meta, X, Google, and ShareChat for discussions on a potential law to ban social media for children under 16, aiming to enhance online safety and address digital addiction concerns.
BJP's Sunil Kumar Accuses Congress of Corruption, Law Failure
BJP leader Sunil Kumar criticizes Congress for baseless corruption claims against previous BJP government and highlights law-and-order issues in Karnataka.
Aviation Safety, Duopoly Flagged in Rajya Sabha
CPI(M) MP John Brittas highlighted falling safety standards and duopoly in civil aviation following recent crashes, while other MPs raised issues on food security and surrogate advertising.
VB-G RAM G Act: Decisive Shift in Rural Employment Policy
The Economic Survey 2025-26 highlights the VB-G RAM G Act as a comprehensive legislative reset for rural employment, addressing structural weaknesses of MGNREGS while aligning with Viksit Bharat 2047 goals.
Chennai Triple Murder: Search for Body Continues, 3 Arrested
Chennai police continue search for Minukumari's body at Perungudi dumpyard. Three suspects arrested, taken to crime scene for recreation. Victims returned to Chennai for job search.
Salem Man Murders Daughter, Surrenders to Police
In a shocking incident in Salem district, a 58-year-old butcher murdered his daughter by slitting her throat with a hatchet. The accused, M Selvaraj, surrendered at Vazhapadi police station early Thursday morning.
Dharmapuri Accident: 2 Dead as Truck Hits Parked Tourist Van
Two people died and three others were seriously injured when a truck rammed a parked tourist van on Krishnagiri-Salem national highway near Dharmapuri early Thursday morning.
DGP Rajeev Kumar's Farewell Speech Highlights Courage
Outgoing West Bengal DGP Rajeev Kumar emphasized that courage means standing firm by conscience during his farewell ceremony, while uncertainty looms over his successor appointment amid legal challenges.
Leopard Killed in Gir Village After Attacking Father-Son
A leopard attacked a farmer and his son in Gir Somnath's Gangda village. The duo fought back in self-defense, killing the animal. Both injured, now face Wildlife Protection Act charges.
Lucknow: Buffaloes Found in Bedroom During LMC Raid
LMC officials discovered buffaloes and heifers occupying a bedroom in Royal City Colony during a raid on illegal dairies, seizing 18 animals for violating municipal norms.
UP Cabinet Approves Rehabilitation for 99 Displaced Families
The Uttar Pradesh state cabinet has approved a plan to rehabilitate 99 Hindu families displaced from East Pakistan, now Bangladesh, who were living illegally in Meerut division. They will be resettled in Kanpur Dehat district with land leases.
Ayodhya Police Records Show Moeed Khan's Criminal Past
Ayodhya police records expose Moeed Khan's decade-long criminal history, including murder, rioting, and gang-related offences, despite his recent acquittal in a rape case.
Ghaziabad Woman's Suicide Leads to Employer's Arrest
A 28-year-old woman died by suicide at a Ghaziabad real estate office, with police registering an FIR against her employer for alleged abetment following a complaint by her aunt.
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