Fadnavis Promises MIDC in Bhor, Targets NCP
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis vows to establish an MIDC in Bhor for youth jobs, citing a Rs 467 crore aid to a sugar factory. BJP challenges NCP in local polls. Read more.
Category : Politics
EC Scrutinizes 2,208 Bengal Booths Over SIR Forms
The Election Commission flags 2,208 polling stations in West Bengal for having zero 'uncollectable' voter forms. District officers must submit reports by Tuesday 10 AM.
SC Panel Reaches TN for Karur Stampede Probe Inspection
Supreme Court-appointed committee led by Justice Ajay Rastogi begins 3-day on-ground inspection of CBI's Karur stampede investigation. Panel to visit site, meet families of 41 victims.
AIADMK Leader Dies in Pudukottai Car-Bike Crash
Senior AIADMK functionary V C Ramaiah succumbed to injuries after a car hit his two-wheeler near Thiruvarankulam. The 68-year-old former district treasurer was rushed to hospital but died shortly after admission.
ED notices to Kerala CM, ex-minister in masala bond case
Enforcement Directorate issues FEMA show-cause notices to Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, ex-finance minister Thomas Isaac & KIIFB CEO over alleged violations in Rs 2,150 crore masala bond usage. Details inside.
Kolkata Raises Birth/Death Certificate Quota to 240 Daily
Kolkata Municipal Corporation increases daily chatbot applications for birth & death certificates from 150 to 240 and adds 8 counters to handle SIR-related rush. Mayor Hakim orders faster processing.
Abhishek Banerjee Slams PM Modi's 'Drama' Jibe at Opposition
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee hits back at PM Modi's 'drama' comment, accusing the BJP-led government of avoiding accountability. Read the full political clash details.
Cyclone Ditwah Death Toll 366, PM Modi Assures Sri Lanka
Cyclone Ditwah devastates Sri Lanka, death toll rises to 366. PM Modi speaks with President Wickremesinghe, assures India's full support. Details on rescue and relief efforts.
Rs 2.55 Crore Defamation Suit Between Ex-J&K IAS Officers
A Rs 2.55 crore defamation case between two former Jammu & Kashmir cadre IAS officers highlights the damage of unverified claims. The case is before Justice Purushindra Kumar Kaurav. Read the full details.
Woman weds corpse, alleges police abetted lover's murder
A 21-year-old in Maharashtra's Nanded married her lover's corpse after his murder, alleging police instigated her brothers. An inquiry has been ordered. Read the shocking details.
Palakkad Civic Polls: A Three-Way Fight Amidst Confusion
Palakkad municipality elections see a complex three-way fight between UDF, LDF, and BJP. With infighting and civic issues like poor roads and waste management taking center stage, voters face a tough choice. Read more.
Dehradun: CSCs Under Scrutiny After Arrests of Illegal Bangladeshi Nationals
Dehradun police investigate Common Service Centres' role in providing forged Indian documents to illegal Bangladeshi nationals. Authorities vow strict action.
Zelenskyy on Ukraine's Talks Focus, Hopes for Trump Meeting
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, alongside Macron, emphasises sovereignty and security guarantees in negotiations. He also expresses hope for talks with US President Trump after his envoy's Russia visit. Read the full story.
DGCA's 801 Vacancies: Short-Term Hiring as Stopgap
India's aviation regulator DGCA has 801 vacant posts out of 1630. To bridge the gap, it's hiring short-term contractual staff, but experts warn this is a band-aid solution for a serious safety oversight problem.
Teen Girl Killed in Honour Killing, Father Flees to Syria
Ryan Al Najjar, 18, was tied and drowned in a Dutch swamp in an alleged honour killing. Her father fled to Syria, sparking global outrage over honour-based violence. Read the shocking details.
Goyal's 1-Year Report: Mumbai North Achievements Unveiled
Union Minister Piyush Goyal releases his one-year performance report for Mumbai North, highlighting tourism projects in SGNP, road connectivity, and a major sanitary pad initiative. Read the key details here.
Bombay HC Overturns Life Sentence in BrahMos Espionage Case
Bombay High Court acquits ex-BrahMos scientist Nishant Agarwal of major espionage charges, paving way for his release. He was convicted only for possessing classified data. Read the full details.
PM Modi Concerned for Ex-Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's Health
PM Narendra Modi conveyed deep concern over former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's health, assuring India's full support. Read about the diplomatic gesture.
UK MP Tulip Siddiq Sentenced to 2 Years by Bangladesh Court
British Labour MP Tulip Siddiq, niece of PM Sheikh Hasina, sentenced to 2 years in prison by a Dhaka court in a corruption case. Details on the case and political fallout.
Minister: Hindi growth shouldn't hurt other Indian languages
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasizes that promoting Hindi should not undermine India's diverse linguistic heritage. He notes a visible shift in government language use over the past decade.
RMC Organises Exposure Visit to Solid Waste Management Plant
Over 50 students visited Raipur's integrated solid waste management plant in Sakri. The educational tour, organised by RMC, provided insights into scientific waste processing and urban sanitation systems.
Raipur Bird Transfer Triggers Villager Protests, Police Complaint
Villagers in Raipur protest the relocation of birds from Nandanvan Pakshi Vihar to Jungle Safari, citing livelihood threats. Forest department denies bird deaths, cites CZA directive.
KSRTC files affidavit in HC on Sabarimala tourism project
KSRTC tells Kerala High Court that the Sabarimala special commissioner's report opposing its budget tourism plan was based on a misconception. Read the full details of the affidavit.
Chhattisgarh Makes Aadhaar Biometric Attendance Mandatory
Chhattisgarh govt introduces Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance for all under-secretary+ level officers at Mahanadi Bhavan from Dec 1. Aim: boost transparency & curb late arrivals.
ED files 6,312 cases, secures 120 convictions in 12 years
Enforcement Directorate's conviction rate under scrutiny as household financial assets surge to Rs 352.6 lakh crore, reveals RBI data. Get the full analysis.
Mumbai Police Arrest Gang Using Stolen Autos for Thefts
Vanrai Police crack down on a burglary gang that used stolen autorickshaws for nighttime crimes in Mumbai. Three arrested, solving five cases. Read the full story.
HC Holds Official Accountable for Edavanakkad Seawall
Kerala High Court mandates the Water Resources Additional Chief Secretary to prevent damage from erosion in Edavanakkad. The order follows a PIL seeking a 2.4km seawall. Read the full story.
Mumbai court acquits father in child poisoning case
A Mumbai court acquits Mohd Ansari in the 2021 poisoning death of his son after the mother and daughter turned hostile and key medical evidence was missing. Read the full details of the case.
Germany to Monitor Putin's India Visit, Says Ambassador
German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann states Germany will closely observe Putin's upcoming India visit, highlighting its significance amid Ukraine war. Read the full analysis.
India to Procure More Heron MK-II Drones Post-Operation SINDURA
Following the success of Operation SINDURA, India accelerates its Heron MK-II drone procurement. This move strengthens border surveillance and national security. Read the full strategic analysis.
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