Armed Gang Snatches Rs 3.9 Lakh from Agent in Patna
Three armed men on a bike intercepted a collection agent in Patna's Kadamkuan area, threatening him with a pistol and fleeing with Rs 3.90 lakh cash he was carrying to deposit in a bank.
Category : Politics
High Court Seeks Govt Response on PIL for New Building Land
The Karnataka High Court has issued notice to the state government regarding a PIL demanding allocation of 30+ acres in central Bengaluru for constructing a new High Court building.
Bengaluru Fake Gun Maker Arrested After Bar Threat
Police in Bengaluru arrested a tinkering shop owner for making a fake double-barrel gun used to threaten a bar cashier who refused free liquor to a rowdy. Two accomplices remain at large.
Class X Students Critically Injured in Berhampur School Attack
Two Class X students sustained critical injuries after a group of armed outsiders attacked them during recess at a government-aided school in Berhampur. The attackers entered the campus by assaulting the school peon.
Kolkata Gay Dating App Fraud: Youth Extorted, Confined
A 21-year-old from Murshidabad was allegedly extorted of Rs 21,000, gold rings, and a silver chain after being confined for hours in Kolkata. Police arrested one suspect and are investigating this seventh such case in the city.
40 Tribal Houses Gutted in Andhra Pradesh Fire
A devastating fire has destroyed 40 thatched houses belonging to tribal families in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitharama Raju district, leaving residents homeless and in distress.
24-Fold Marriage Registration Rise in Uttarakhand Post-UCC
Official data reveals a dramatic 24-fold increase in marriage registrations in Uttarakhand following the Uniform Civil Code implementation, crossing 3 lakh marks in early 2025.
PM Modi Lauds Creative Gen Z, Slams UPA's 'Web of Compliances'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India's Gen Z for creativity and energy, contrasting his government's reforms with the UPA era's restrictive rules that stifled entrepreneurship.
BJP Tamil Nadu Chief Dismisses Power-Sharing Talks
BJP state president Nainar Nagenthran downplays power-sharing demands, stating the NDA's sole agenda in Tamil Nadu is to remove the DMK government from power.
UP Man Held with 18 kg Charas Worth Rs 9 Cr at Nepal Border
Uttar Pradesh police arrested a man from Ghazipur with 18 kilograms of charas worth Rs 9 crore at the India-Nepal border in Nautanwa during routine checking.
Madurai Water Project Fails: Irregular Supply, Poor Quality
Residents across Madurai complain of irregular, unpredictable water flow and non-potable supply from the Mullaperiyar project. Issues persist despite the Rs 1,687.5 crore investment.
Sarpanch Arrested for Plot to Attack Singer Over Song
Police arrest sarpanch and two associates for planning armed attack on singer Gulab Sidhu over controversial lyrics. Weapons recovered, extortion motive revealed.
PM Modi's Office Shifts from South Block to Sewa Teerth
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to relocate his office from the historic South Block to the newly constructed Sewa Teerth complex within a week, marking a significant shift in India's administrative landscape.
Allahabad HC: Wife's Education No Bar to Maintenance
The Allahabad High Court ruled that a wife's high qualifications cannot be used to deny her maintenance. The court emphasized financial dependency and marital obligations.
Surat Revenue Official Dies by Suicide at Home
Hinisha Patel, a 36-year-old deputy mamlatdar in Surat, died by suicide at her Jahangirabad residence. Her husband, also a deputy mamlatdar, was waiting in the parking lot. Police investigation underway.
CBI Moves Court to Declare Nirav Modi's Aides Proclaimed Offenders
The CBI has requested a special court to declare two associates of fugitive businessman Nirav Modi as proclaimed offenders in the Punjab National Bank fraud case.
Agra Election Officials Trained for Draft Roll Process
Agra district conducted training for election officials on handling claims and objections for draft electoral rolls. Officials learned procedures for notices and verification to ensure accurate voter lists.
Bareilly Suicide: FIR Against 10 for Blackmail, Abetment
Police in Bareilly register FIR against 10 individuals, including a woman, for alleged blackmail and abetment to suicide of a 28-year-old man who consumed poison after threats.
UP: Newlyweds Murdered by Bride's Family in Etah Village
A 19-year-old woman and her 23-year-old husband were brutally killed by her family members in Etah district after they eloped and married against parental wishes. Police have arrested three family members.
Kolkata Voters Get Faulty Hearing Notices After Error Corrections
Voters in Kolkata complain about receiving hearing notices for discrepancies already fixed in electoral rolls. Officials blame EC's system using outdated 2002 data, causing frustration and resignations.
Police Stop Interfaith Wedding Reception in Shahjahanpur
Police intervened to stop an interfaith wedding reception in Shahjahanpur after right-wing activists protested, alleging the event was booked as a birthday party to conceal its true nature.
Kolkata Hits Decade-Low 154 Fatal Accidents in 2025
Kolkata records only 154 fatal accidents in 2025, the lowest in ten years. Police credit targeted strategies on high-risk roads and pedestrian safety measures for the sharp 19.4% reduction from 2024.
Canadian MP Burns Khamenei Photo in Viral Iran Protest Trend
Canadian MP Roman Baber joins viral protest trend by lighting cigar from burning photo of Iran's Supreme Leader. The movement started with a woman in Canada dubbed 'Morticia Addams'.
Nepal President Summons National Assembly Session Post Protests
Nepal's President Ram Chandra Paudel has summoned a session of the National Assembly for next week. This marks the first assembly meeting since recent Gen-Z-led protests in the country.
Nepali Congress Convention Extended Till Tuesday
The Nepali Congress has extended its special convention until Tuesday as the party grapples with selecting new leadership, highlighting internal debates and political dynamics in Nepal.
Odisha, IIT Kharagpur Sign MoU for Traffic Solutions
Odisha government signs MoU with IIT Kharagpur to address traffic congestion and road safety in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. CM Majhi launches multiple initiatives including a vehicle alert system.
Punjab Buses Diverted for AAP's Maghi Event, Commuters Hit
The AAP government in Punjab has requisitioned over 1,400 state-run buses for a Maghi conference in Muktsar, causing major disruptions to regular public transport services on January 14.
Hisar Bank Heist: Thieves Steal Rs 28 Lakh in Midnight Raid
Unidentified thieves broke into a Sarva Haryana Gramin Bank branch in Hisar's Nangthala village, stealing nearly Rs 28 lakh after cutting through the back wall. Police suspect five to six persons involved.
Ambala Mayor Exits with Legal Notice, Accuses Bureaucrats
Outgoing Ambala City Mayor Shailja Sachdeva served a legal notice to the municipal commissioner, alleging disrespect and stalled projects during her historic term.
Sambhal Police Attach Rs 12 Crore in Insurance Fraud Case
Sambhal police have attached properties worth Rs 12 crore belonging to three main accused in a massive insurance fraud gang. The gang operated across 12 states, defrauding victims of Rs 100 crore through elaborate schemes.
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