HC: Probe 'Big Guns' in Sabarimala Gold Theft Case
Kerala High Court dismisses bail for two accused, directs SIT to widen probe into wider conspiracy and involvement of senior officials in Sabarimala gold theft. Read the full details.
Category : Politics
TN Railway Projects Stalled Over Land Acquisition Delays
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites Tamil Nadu govt's delay in land acquisition as key hurdle for railway expansion. Only 78 of 905 hectares acquired for key projects. Details inside.
22 Children Rescued from Trafficking at Dungarpur Railway Station
RPF & Child Line rescue 22 minors from child trafficking at Dungarpur station. Three agents detained. Read about 'Operation Aahat' and the ongoing investigation.
ED arrests ex-Al Furqan Trust head in Bikaner PMLA case
ED arrests Mohammed Sadeeque in Bikaner for money laundering, suspecting diversion of donations & radical links. Custody granted until Dec 6. Read the full investigation details.
Maoists Allege Fake Encounters, Demand Judicial Probe
CPI (Maoist) Dandakaranya committee accuses police informers of leading to arrest and killing of top leader Madvi Hidma. Demands judicial inquiry into two encounter deaths in Andhra Pradesh.
HC Criticises Authorities After Deported Man Goes Missing
Kerala High Court questions protocols after Suraj Lama, deported from Kuwait, goes missing from Kochi hospital. Court demands answers from state and central governments.
Sunali Khatun Needs Urgent Blood Transfusion in Bangladesh
Doctors in Bangladesh recommend immediate blood transfusion for pregnant Sunali Khatun due to low haemoglobin. Her family fears for her health as efforts to bring her home to Birbhum continue.
Debate Reignites for Separate Pune East Municipal Corporation
The first elections in demerged Phursungi-Uruli Devachi fuel calls for a dedicated civic body for Pune's east. Experts & politicians cite PMC's overstretched limits & poor amenities. Read more.
Nagpur HC: Loudspeakers not essential for religious practice
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court, citing Supreme Court, rules loudspeaker use is not essential for religion. Petition by Gondia mosque dismissed. Details on noise pollution laws inside.
India Road Deaths: 1.77 Lakh Fatalities in 2024
India witnessed 1.77 lakh road crash deaths in 2024, averaging 485 daily. National Highways see 31% of fatalities. Govt plans AI mapping, stricter licenses to curb crisis.
Ludhiana MC women staff get washroom after decades-long wait
Women employees at Ludhiana's MC Zone A office suffered for decades with a single dilapidated washroom. Their recent protest finally led to action. Read about this glaring workplace disparity.
Calcutta HC Cancels 1,600 Bengal Teacher Posts Notification
Calcutta High Court sets aside Bengal's 2022 notification for 1,600 supernumerary teacher posts, calling the process invalid. The ruling mandates fresh recruitment. Read the full details.
Bengaluru Police seize 1,143 kg red sanders, chase smuggler to Tamil Nadu
Hulimavu police pursued a red sandalwood smuggler from Bengaluru to Tirupathur, seizing over 1,100 kg of logs and uncovering a major interstate smuggling operation. Read the full details of the high-speed chase and investigation.
TMC suspends MLA Humayun Kabir for mosque remark
Trinamool Congress suspends MLA Humayun Kabir for planning a mosque foundation on Dec 6. He vows to form his own party. Read the full story on the political fallout in West Bengal.
Ahmedabad Riverfront Road closed Dec 7 for BAPS event
A key stretch of Ahmedabad's Western Riverfront Road will be shut on December 7 for a BAPS event marking 75 years of Pramukh Swami's leadership. Check alternate routes.
Bajwa Slams BJP's 'Provocative' Gang Canal Centenary Event
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa condemns BJP's Gang Canal centenary celebration as 'insensitive', calling it a reminder of colonial-era injustice against Punjab's water rights. Read more.
Rs 6,000 Cr Pune-Kolhapur Highway DPR Ready
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces a Rs 6,000 crore DPR to upgrade the Pune-Kolhapur highway. Tunnels near Khambatki Ghat to be inaugurated soon. Read about the project's impact and delays.
SC Stops Bareilly Demolition, Grants 7-Day Relief
Supreme Court pauses demolition of Aiwan-e-Farhat marriage hall in Bareilly, granting owners 7-day relief. Case now moves to Allahabad HC. Details on the legal battle and allegations inside.
Akhilesh Yadav: Codeine Syrup Racket Had Political Patronage
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges a multi-crore codeine cough syrup syndicate, spanning multiple states and countries, operated under political and bureaucratic protection in UP. Read the explosive details.
Rs 330 Crore PUC Fines Collected in 5 Years
Indian vehicle owners paid Rs 330 crore in fines for missing Pollution Under Control certificates from 2021-2025. Rajasthan tops the list. Discover the new e-detection system.
Nagpur: Cousin Couple Tragedy, Woman Held for Murder
A shocking murder in Nagpur's New Nandanvan sees an Ayurveda intern accused of stabbing her cousin and lover, a police aspirant. Police probe taboo relationship and possible love triangle. Read the full investigation details.
Govt cancels Punjab event, recalls minister over water issue
The Centre cancels a Gang Canal centenary event in Punjab and recalls Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal after state BJP warns of backlash over emotive water-sharing issue. Details inside.
Putin Defends India-Russia Energy Ties, Slams US Double Standards
Russian President Vladimir Putin, during his India visit, defended energy cooperation with New Delhi, highlighting US purchases of Russian nuclear fuel. He accused 'certain actors' of trying to curb India's global role.
Observer Reviews Preparations for Ludhiana Zila Parishad Elections
Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Election Officer Sakshi Sawhney reviews Zila Parishad poll readiness in Ludhiana. Voting on February 26, counting March 1. Get the latest updates.
Two arrested with 505 gm heroin in Ludhiana
Ludhiana police arrested two individuals and recovered 505 grams of heroin. The operation was led by ADCP-2. Read the full story of the drug bust here.
Medical Officer Held in Ludhiana Jail Scam
Ludhiana police arrest a jail medical officer and an ex-convict for a multi-lakh scam inside Central Jail. The duo allegedly siphoned money meant for inmate supplies. Read the full investigation details.
New Sites Explored for Shifting Noorpur Bet Carcass Plant
Ludhiana's civic body is actively searching for new locations to relocate the Noorpur Bet carcass utilization plant. Find out the latest developments and resident concerns.
World Bank Reviews Ludhiana's Water Supply Project
World Bank officials review Ludhiana's ₹650 crore water supply project. Key discussions on timelines, funding, and ensuring 24x7 clean water for the city. Read more.
14 Phones Seized in Amritsar Central Jail Raid
In a major security crackdown, authorities seized 14 mobile phones from Amritsar Central Jail. The raid highlights ongoing contraband issues in Punjab prisons. Read the full report.
Mundhwa Land Probe Panel Gets 1-Month Extension
Maharashtra govt extends Mundhwa land probe deadline by a month. Panel investigating alleged irregularities linked to Ajit Pawar's son seeks more time. Opposition to raise issue in Assembly.
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