Van Overturns Near Srivilliputhur, Claims One Life
A van carrying factory workers to a Sivakasi firecracker unit overturned in Virudhunagar district. One worker died on the spot, five were injured. Police have registered a case against the driver.
Category : Politics
Bengaluru Police Seize Fake Cigarettes Worth Rs 2.5 Lakh
Malleswaram police arrested two men for selling counterfeit ITC brand cigarettes. 80 bundles worth ~Rs 2.5 lakh seized. Supplier probe underway. Read the full details.
Bengaluru HC rejects bail pleas in Bikla Shiva murder case
Karnataka High Court dismisses petitions of five accused, including BJP MLA, in the murder of realtor Shivaprakash (Bikla Shiva). The court upheld the extension for filing the charge-sheet under KCOCA. Read the full details.
HC quashes case against KJ George in smart meter tender
Karnataka High Court dismisses corruption case against Energy Minister KJ George in smart meter tender. Justice MI Arun cites lack of criminal intent. Read the full details.
Delhi Plans Financial Aid, Safety Audit for Shelter After Fire
Delhi minister Ashish Sood visited Vasant Vihar shelter, announced aid for victims' families & ordered forensic audits of all city shelters. Read about the new safety measures.
BJP MLA's Nephew Booked in Ahmedabad Suicide Case
Ahmedabad police file FIR against six, including BJP MLA's nephew, for abetment to suicide & SC/ST Act offences after shopkeeper's death. All accused absconding.
Fake Ayurvedic healer cheats Bengaluru engineer of Rs 48 lakh
Bengaluru police arrest a self-proclaimed Ayurvedic healer for cheating a software engineer of Rs 48 lakh with fake sexual health treatments. Read the full story of the scam and its consequences.
Gujarat police portal cleans up bizarre profession list
Gujarat home department orders immediate cleanup of police citizen portal after TOI report highlights outdated categories like beggar and juggler. All such entries removed by Tuesday.
Gujarat widens Sant Surdas scheme eligibility to 60% disability
Gujarat govt extends Sant Surdas scheme benefits to persons with 60% disability, down from 80%. The change takes effect from the 2025-26 financial year. Discover the full range of state support for divyangjans.
Putin-US Talks on Ukraine; Madani Clarifies Jihad Comment
Russian President Putin hosts top US negotiators for crucial Ukraine peace talks. Meanwhile, Jamiat chief Madani clarifies his 'jihad' remarks, calling the term 'pious'. Read for global updates.
Congress MLA Pargat Singh counters Amarinder on SAD-BJP alliance
Congress MLA Pargat Singh rebuts Capt Amarinder Singh's push for SAD-BJP tie-up, calling their ideologies contradictory. He claims BJP centralises power, ignoring Punjab's issues. Read the full political analysis.
Bengaluru Ward Renaming Row: GBA Revises 13 Names
Greater Bengaluru Authority faces backlash over ward renaming. After public outcry, 13 ward names revised in a late-night corrigendum. Details on the controversy and changes inside.
Patna woman killed by husband's friends over money dispute
A 25-year-old woman, Priyanka Kumari, was allegedly killed by her husband's friends in Patna's Rajiv Nagar. The incident followed a monetary dispute. Police investigation is ongoing.
Dhule Gurdwara Head Priest Attacked with Sword
Dheerajsingh Khalsa, head of Gurunanak Sahebji gurdwara in Dhule, was severely injured in a sword attack by a recently appointed worker. Two others were also hurt. Police have registered an attempt to murder case. Read the full story.
Gujarat Govt's 2025 Drive Boosts PwD Recruitment Significantly
Following a judicial directive, Gujarat launched a major drive in 2025 to fill reserved posts for Persons with Disabilities, leading to a recruitment surge. NGOs report positive private sector trends too.
Court releases alleged Yasin Malik aide in Rubaiya Sayeed case
A TADA court in Jammu rejects CBI's custody plea for Shafat Ahmed Shangloo, an accused in the 1989 abduction of Dr. Rubaiya Sayeed. Read the latest developments in the 35-year-old case.
J&K Deputy CM Sues Social Media Over Fake Audio
Jammu & Kashmir Deputy CM Surinder Kumar Choudhary files case in Delhi High Court against YouTube channels for circulating a fake audio clip with his image. Court directs Google & Meta to disclose channel details. Next hearing on Jan 13.
Chennai Suburbs Flooded After 105cm Rain, Civic Neglect Exposed
Heavy rainfall of 105cm inundates Avadi and Tiruvallur suburbs, flooding 5000 homes. Ministers inspect areas as residents blame chronic civic neglect. Read the full report.
65-Year-Old Trader Robbed of Rs 5 Lakh in Nashik Auto
A 65-year-old pomegranate trader was robbed of Rs 5 lakh by a gang in a Nashik auto rickshaw. Panchavati police investigate the violent daylight crime. Read details.
Prem Kumar Elected Bihar Assembly Speaker Unanimously
BJP veteran Prem Kumar unanimously elected Speaker of Bihar Assembly. CM Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav escorted him. Read his vision for Bihar's development.
Prem Kumar's Journey: Gaya MLA to Bihar Speaker
Gaya MLA Prem Kumar's rise to Bihar Speaker's chair is a story of humility & perseverance. Explore the journey of 'Muqaddar ka Sikandar' from 1977 to 2025.
Orissa HC Serves Notice to KIIT in Land Allotment Case
The Orissa High Court has issued a notice to KIIT University regarding a petition challenging its land allotment. The case involves allegations of procedural lapses. Read the full details here.
EVM Malfunctions Disrupt Voting Across Maharashtra
Electronic Voting Machine failures delayed polling in Solapur, Beed, Hingoli & other districts. Officials replaced faulty units as candidates raised concerns. Details inside.
J&K HC Permits Waheed Parra to Travel Within India
Jammu and Kashmir High Court modifies bail conditions for PDP leader Waheed Parra, allowing him to travel across India after a five-year legal fight. Read his emotional reaction.
BJP's Prem Kumar Unanimously Elected Bihar Speaker
BJP veteran Prem Kumar unanimously elected Bihar Assembly Speaker. CM Nitish Kumar and Tejashwi Yadav escort him to the chair. Read his vision for the House.
India-Maldives EKUVERIN Joint Military Drill Starts
The 14th India-Maldives EKUVERIN joint military exercise commenced in Thiruvananthapuram on Dec 2. Aimed at boosting counter-terrorism skills, it runs until Dec 15. Read more.
Sion Flyover reconstruction deadline set for May 31, 2025
BMC Additional Commissioner Abhijit Bangar directs officials to complete Sion flyover reconstruction by May 31 next year. Key underpasses and girder work scheduled for early 2024. Read the latest updates on Mumbai's infrastructure.
Tejashwi Yadav's Statesmanlike Debut in Bihar Assembly
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav displayed political maturity in the 18th Bihar Assembly, extending warm wishes across party lines and signalling a constructive opposition role. Read about the key moments.
Woman abducted, raped in Ahmedabad's Danilimda area
A 35-year-old woman was abducted and raped in Ahmedabad's Danilimda. Police have filed an FIR under BNS sections for rape and kidnapping. Investigation is ongoing.
Ahmedabad: Liquor Worth ₹1.2 Cr, Animal Hair Seized from Truck
Ahmedabad police confiscated over 53,000 bottles of prohibited liquor and 196 bags of animal hair from an abandoned truck. Read the full details of the major seizure under the Gujarat Prohibition Act.
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