Ludhiana Fire Safety Crackdown: Dec 31 Deadline for NOCs
After a major fire at a cattle feed unit, Ludhiana Municipal Corporation warns all establishments to get fire safety clearance by Dec 31. Officials reveal legal loopholes hinder enforcement.
Category : Politics
Pune Passport Office Open House Session on December 10
Pune's Regional Passport Office holds an open house on Dec 10 to resolve applicant grievances. Register via email with file details. Get direct access to officers.
Massachusetts Court Hears Lawsuit Against Meta
Massachusetts' highest court hears arguments in a lawsuit alleging Meta designed addictive features on Facebook and Instagram for young users. Read the latest on this landmark case.
Shivakumar-Jarkiholi meet fuels buzz in Karnataka politics
A casual meeting between DK Shivakumar and Satish Jarkiholi at a wedding has ignited political speculation in Karnataka. Both leaders downplay talks amid internal party dynamics. Read more.
Farmer shot in Auraiya water dispute, search on
A farmer was shot and seriously injured in Auraiya's Baisoli village during a violent argument over irrigation water. Police are investigating the incident and searching for the accused. Read the full details.
SC Upholds Seniority of Goa Police 2002 Batch Inspectors
Supreme Court dismisses IRBn petition, finalizing seniority for Goa Police 2002 batch inspectors. They retain all service benefits. Read the full verdict details here.
New Height Barrier in Pune Underpass Causes Traffic Chaos
A new height barrier at Pune's Sasanenagar underpass, installed after the old one was damaged, has created major traffic jams due to poor signage. Read how this impacts commuters and the official response.
7 Unnatural Deaths in Goa, 2 British Nationals Among Deceased
Goa police report seven unnatural deaths this week. Details on the fatalities in Anjuna, Candolim, Panaji, and Margao, including two British nationals. Read the full report.
Chennai Man Arrested for Assaulting 13-Year-Old Girl Lured on Instagram
A 27-year-old sound engineer in Chennai's Virugambakkam was arrested for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl he befriended on Instagram. The arrest followed a neighbour's alert. Read the full details.
J&K Police SIA raids target terror network in Kashmir
J&K Police's SIA conducted raids in Srinagar and Ganderbal, probing a white-collar terror module linked to weapons recovery and the Delhi blast case. Key arrests made.
Chennai: Fugitive in 2019 Minor Gang Rape Case Arrested
A man absconding for five years in a 2019 Mogappair minor gang rape case was arrested in Chromepet. The accused had been evading trial since 2020.
Govt Assurance Ends Jaipur Advocates' Protest on Society Leases
The advocate community in Jaipur has called off its protest after the government assured that property registration via society leases can resume. This move provides relief to 80% of the city's residents.
SC: 95 Puducherry Med Students Must Do Rural Service for Degrees
Supreme Court mandates 3-month pro bono rural service for 95 PG medical students admitted irregularly in 2017-18. 18 meritorious students get ₹15 lakh+ compensation each. Full details inside.
Madras HC Orders TN Govt to Stop Use of Children for Begging
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu government to formulate steps against child begging, probing if kids are trafficked or drugged. Read the full story.
J&K HC Lists AAP MLA Malik's Habeas Corpus Plea for Dec 18
Jammu and Kashmir High Court defers AAP MLA Mehraj Malik's habeas corpus petition to Dec 18. Malik detained under PSA seeks Rs 5 crore compensation. Read the latest updates.
Audit Sought for ₹5.9 Crore Jubilee Hills Bypoll Expenditure
Forum for Good Governance questions high cost of Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills by-election, urges CEO for audit. Officials defend spending citing modern measures like drone surveillance.
Illegal Firecracker Unit Blast Injures Man in Ghaziabad
A 25-year-old man was injured in Ghaziabad's Masuri after a blast at his illegal home-based firecracker unit. Police have registered an FIR against three individuals. Read the full details.
Chandigarh Chief Secretary Seeks Boost for Rooftop Solar Scheme
Chandigarh's Chief Secretary directs officials to remove hurdles for PM Surya Ghar Yojana after poor public response. Only 900 enrolments recorded so far. Read more.
Hyderabad: Man Dies as Bike Collides with CRPF Vehicle, Catches Fire
A 30-year-old labourer from Bihar died after his motorcycle collided with a CRPF DCM vehicle in Hyderabad's Cherlapally, causing a major fire. The incident raises serious road safety questions. Read the full report.
Hyderabad: ₹5.5 Crore Fraud Case in Kompally Restaurant Venture
A Hyderabad businesswoman alleges her son's friend cheated her of ₹5.5 crore in a restaurant partnership. Cyberabad police have filed a criminal breach of trust case. Read the full story.
HMWSSB Commissioner Apologises to Telangana HC in Contempt Case
Hyderabad Metro Water Commissioner AV Ranganath tendered an unconditional apology to the Telangana High Court for missing a hearing in the Bathukammakunta lake contempt case. The court accepted his apology but raised concerns over drastic changes to the l
Life term for duo in Hyderabad teen murder case
A district court in Hyderabad has sentenced two men to life imprisonment for the murder of a 14-year-old boy in Kumaram Bheem Asifabad. The conviction followed a case of harassment and a brutal killing. Read the full details of the court's verdict.
PU Student Dies After Accident, Accused Arrested & Released on Bail
Amrita Negi, a Panjab University student, died from injuries sustained in a road accident in Chandigarh. Police arrested the accused under negligence charges. Read the full details.
MERC Public Hearings on Power Tariffs Start Jan 2
Maharashtra's power regulator MERC will hold public hearings in six cities, including Nagpur, in Jan 2026 on MSEDCL's tariff review petition. Submit your objections by Dec 27.
Nagpur's Lohapul Underpass Opens One Side, Eases Traffic
One side of Nagpur's crucial Lohapul underpass near Cotton Market reopened Friday, relieving daily commuters after a complete shutdown for railway expansion work. Read about the impact and official statements.
Judge orders unsealing of Jeffrey Epstein grand jury records
A Florida judge has ordered the release of 2006 grand jury transcripts from the Jeffrey Epstein case, a major step for transparency in the infamous sex trafficking investigation.
India, Russia Vow to Step Up Cooperation in Combating Terrorism
PM Modi and President Putin reaffirm commitment to counter terrorism in all forms, including cross-border movement and financing. Read the latest details on this strategic partnership.
Youth arrested for assaulting schoolgirl in Thiruvananthapuram
Kazhakkoottam police arrest a 20-year-old for sexually assaulting a minor after offering a bike ride. Incident sparks calls for increased safety near schools. Learn more about the case and safety measures.
Kochi: 467 Cases Filed, 17 Held in Ernakulam Police Operation
Ernakulam Rural Police's 'Operation De-Weed' intensifies, registering 467 cases and arresting 17. Inspections target lodges, migrant camps. Two get 3-year jail in separate drug case. Read for details.
HC Notice on Plea for Women Quota in Andhra Lawyers' Body
Andhra Pradesh High Court issues notice on petition demanding 33% reservation for women in state advocates' association elections. Hearing posted for next Wednesday.
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