Gadkari Announces New Safety Rules for Sleeper Buses
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announces strict new safety regulations for sleeper coach buses following a rise in fire accidents. The rules mandate fire detection systems and structural changes.
Category : Politics
Police Probe Atishi Over Guru Tegh Bahadur Remarks
Delhi Police have launched an inquiry against Minister Atishi following complaints from Sikh bodies in Delhi and Haryana over her remarks on Guru Tegh Bahadur. Get the full story.
Pratik Jain's Quiet Rise from BJP 2014 to Mamata's Circle
Explore the political journey of I-PAC co-founder Pratik Jain, from architecting BJP's 2014 win to becoming a key strategist for Mamata Banerjee. Discover how patience defines his method. Read the full analysis.
Raj Kundra summoned in Rs 150 crore Bitcoin fraud case
Businessman Raj Kundra, husband of actor Shilpa Shetty, has been summoned by a special PMLA court in Mumbai over alleged links to the GainBitcoin scam. He must appear on January 19, 2026. Read the full details.
Jakhar: AAP, Cong oppose VB-G RAM G to protect corrupt earnings
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar accuses AAP and Congress of opposing the pro-poor Viksit Bharat – G RAM G Act to safeguard their corrupt earnings. He details the new law's benefits and slams the state government on multiple fronts.
3 Ranchi Students Held for Fatal Hit-and-Run After Bar Altercation
Three students from a Ranchi coaching institute arrested for a fatal hit-and-run after a clash outside a disco bar. Police reveal the sequence of events leading to the Garhwa youth's death. Read the full details.
Venezuela's Delcy Rodriguez Accuses Trump Over Oil Motives
Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez strongly criticises former US President Donald Trump, alleging his policies were driven by oil interests. Get the full story on the escalating diplomatic tensions.
Bomb threat emails cause evacuation of Punjab court complexes
Bomb threat emails led to the evacuation of district court complexes in Mohali and Rupnagar on Thursday. Police and bomb squads conducted thorough searches, declaring the threats a hoax. Read for details.
BJP's Jakhar: AAP, Cong oppose VB-G RAM G to protect corrupt earnings
Punjab BJP chief Sunil Jakhar accuses AAP and Congress of opposing the pro-poor Viksit Bharat – G RAM G Act to protect their corrupt earnings. He details the scheme's benefits and attacks the state government on law & order.
Chhattisgarh HC upholds life term for 9-year-old's rape
Chhattisgarh High Court dismisses convict's appeal, upholds life sentence for 2018 rape of a minor. Bench asserts child survivor's testimony is sufficient, seeking corroboration 'adds insult to injury'.
RDX Bomb Threat Emails Evacuate 3 Chhattisgarh Courts
Anonymous emails threatening suicide attacks with RDX-based IEDs forced the evacuation of three district courts in Chhattisgarh. Police conducted extensive searches but found no explosives. Read the full details.
Vijayan defends Balan's Jamaat-e-Islami remark, recalls Marad riots
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan supports CPM leader A K Balan's controversial statement linking UDF, Jamaat-e-Islami, and Marad riots. He alleges communal pressures on UDF. Read the full political debate.
HC Orders 7.5% Interest on 34-Year Delayed Pension
Punjab & Haryana High Court directs 7.5% interest on delayed pension to family of DIG who died in 1990. Landmark ruling on delayed gratuity and family pension benefits.
Supreme Court Criticizes Bureaucratic Lethargy
Supreme Court warns bureaucratic delays discourage entrepreneurship. Bench led by Justice Gavai highlights case of a businessman waiting 17 years for a mining lease. Read more.
Businessman Held Captive, Robbed of Rs 2 Crore in Thane
A Karnataka businessman was kidnapped and held for days in Thane hotels, robbed of Rs 2 crore at gunpoint. Police have arrested the accused. Read the shocking details.
CCI Defends Global Turnover Fines, Opposes Apple's Challenge
CCI argues global turnover-based penalties deter MNC antitrust breaches. Apple fears a potential $38 billion fine in its ongoing legal battle. Delhi High Court hearing set for 27 January.
Vijayan defends Balan's Jamaat-e-Islami remark, recalls Marad riots
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan supports CPM leader A K Balan's controversial statement on Jamaat-e-Islami & UDF. He warns of communal dangers, referencing 2002-03 Marad riots. Full analysis inside.
Delhi Assembly to debate pollution, Minister blames AAP
Delhi's pollution issue will be discussed in the Assembly on Friday. Minister Sirsa claims AAP is responsible. Delhi's AQI improved to 276. NGT orders DPCC to submit Yamuna water quality data.
Bangladesh Suspends Visa Services in India, Cites Security
Bangladesh's interim government suspends visa services at key missions in India citing security concerns. Also seeks US visa bond exemption. Details on the diplomatic moves here.
HC sets Feb 2026 for AV presentations on Hyderabad Metro near Charminar
Telangana High Court allows petitioner and Hyderabad Airport Metro Ltd to present audiovisual details on Feb 4, 2026, regarding metro's impact on old city heritage sites. Read the full story.
HC refuses to stall probe against Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
Karnataka High Court refuses interim protection to Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in a land encroachment case. Justice M Nagaprasanna directs state to submit all case records. Next hearing on January 12.
Farmers Demand Rs 1 Crore Compensation for Worker's Death
Farmers in Karnataka's Bailhongal halt funeral procession, demanding Rs 1 crore compensation for Manjunath Madiwalappa Kajgar, killed in a sugarcane spill. Read the full story.
Ex-Pune Mayors' Wealth Changes Ahead of PMC Polls
Ahead of Pune's civic polls, affidavits reveal significant wealth changes for three former mayors and an ex-deputy mayor seeking re-election. Key figures show dramatic increases for some. Read the full analysis.
5 BJP MLAs write to Gujarat CM against Vadodara officers
Five BJP MLAs from Vadodara district have written to CM Bhupendra Patel, alleging high-handed officers are hiding ground realities and neglecting development works. They seek urgent action.
Kerala Malayalam Bill Exempts Tamil, Kannada Speakers
Kerala's new Malayalam bill provides key exemptions for Tamil and Kannada linguistic minorities in official communications. Learn about the bill's details and its impact.
RPF constable stable, bail plea hearing soon
Thane jail's medical report states dismissed RPF constable Chetansinh Chaudhary is hemodynamically stable. Court to hear bail plea citing mental health grounds in 2023 train murder case. Read details.
Karnataka to challenge VBG & RAM-G Act in Supreme Court
Karnataka government refuses to accept the VBG & RAM-G Act, announces legal challenge in Supreme Court. Details on the state's stance and the political conflict.
43 Power Projects Worth Rs 3.02 Lakh Crore Commissioned
Prime Minister Modi's PRAGATI initiative has led to the commissioning of 43 major power sector projects worth Rs 3.02 lakh crore, boosting India's energy infrastructure. Read more about the progress and impact.
Uddhav Thackeray: I campaigned for Modi, now he's finishing my party
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray launches a sharp attack on PM Modi, accusing him of trying to destroy his party despite past support. Read the full political showdown.
Ludhiana News: Major Civic & Traffic Updates Today
Stay ahead with the latest from Ludhiana! Key civic updates, traffic alerts, weather, and political developments you need to know for January 8, 2026.
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