Ex-CJI Gavai Backs 30% Women Quota in Bar Council Elections
Former CJI Bhushan Gavai endorses Bar Council's 30% reservation for women, citing rising female participation in judiciary. He also lauded Nagpur Bar's historic legacy.
Category : Politics
Airport Bus Bay Cuts Stall BMTC Expansion, Hit Ridership
Kempegowda Airport's decision to halve bus bays forces BMTC to shelve Vayu Vajra expansion, causing daily losses of Rs 3-4 lakh and pushing passengers to costlier taxis. Read more.
Patna fines 500 for spitting, littering as 'Nagar Shatru'
Patna Municipal Corporation identifies 500 offenders, fines them for public spitting and littering. CCTV surveillance and public shaming used to improve city cleanliness. Read more.
MCD okays 3-year school safety certificates
Delhi's MCD ends annual renewal for school health & building safety certificates, aligning with Delhi govt's 3-year validity. Also approves outsourcing gardeners for park maintenance.
Coimbatore Holds Mock Polls, Tests EVMs & VVPATs
Coimbatore begins a two-day mock polling exercise to test EVMs and VVPATs ahead of elections. The process is being monitored by district officials and political party representatives. Read more.
Parameshwara rejects Kumaraswamy's 'interference' allegation
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara has dismissed H D Kumaraswamy's accusation of interference by DCM Shivakumar in the home department's affairs. Read the full story on the political row.
Bihar teen's severed arm ordeal leads to 3-state probe, arrest
A four-month probe across three states led to the arrest of a man for forcing a Bihar teen into bonded labour. The boy walked 150 km with a severed arm. Read the full investigation details.
CID Probe into Hubballi Case After CM's Nod
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announces CID investigation into Hubballi disrobing incident. The probe will verify facts and identify lapses. Read the latest updates.
Karnataka BJP Demands Judicial Probe in Police Case
Karnataka BJP demands judicial probe and suspension of a police inspector over alleged misconduct. The party accuses the Congress government of inaction. Read the full story.
BJP Alleges Mamata 'Snatched Papers' During I-PAC Raid
BJP delegation meets Bengal Governor, alleges CM Mamata Banerjee removed documents during ED raid at I-PAC office. Party seeks report on 'file chori' incident. Read the full story.
MHA Seeks Report on ED-Kolkata Police Clash During Raids
Union Home Ministry seeks report from ED & CRPF over Kolkata face-off with police during searches at I-PAC office. ED alleges CM Mamata Banerjee forcibly seized devices. Details inside.
TMC files petition in Calcutta HC against ED over I-PAC raids
TMC has moved Calcutta HC alleging ED's raids on I-PAC offices violated privacy & disrupted election strategy. The party seeks return of seized documents. Read the full details.
Siddaramaiah announces govt medical college for Vijayapura
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah unveiled a statue of Kittur Rani Channamma and launched projects worth Rs 870 crore, including a new government medical college for Vijayapura. Read more.
Paralytic man gets life term for 2000 murder after HC overturn
Ishwarji Thakor, a 50-year-old paralytic, must return to jail for life after the Gujarat High Court convicted him of murder for his wife's 2000 killing, overturning a lesser 2002 verdict. Read the full story.
Minister Cites Pushpak Viman, Critiques Colonial Education
Maharashtra minister Mangal Prabhat Lodha highlights India's ancient aviation knowledge from Ramayana, honors unsung freedom fighters, and announces a new Science Day. Read more.
Gujarat HC Stays Demolition of Sachin Royal Palace
Gujarat High Court halts Surat Municipal Corporation's demolition of Sachin royal palace. Court seeks SMC's response by Feb 23. Read the full story on the legal battle.
Goldy Brar's aide questioned in Ludhiana extortion shooting
Shubham Grover, key aide of Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar, remanded in custody for questioning in the Ludhiana garment trader shooting. Police probe international extortion syndicate links.
Haryana Steps Up Action Against Organised Crime in Aravali
Haryana State Enforcement Bureau intensifies crackdowns on illegal mining, liquor trade & organised crime in Aravali region. Key districts include Gurgaon, Faridabad, Nuh. Read details.
Gurgaon DCP Reviews Traffic for Road Safety Month
Gurgaon DCP inspected Artemis junctions to tackle congestion & accidents. Focus on coordination, tech, and public awareness for safer roads. Read the full plan.
BJP: Publish Koshy Commission Report on Christians
BJP's Shaun George demands Kerala govt publicise Justice J B Koshy commission report. He questions delay, contrasts with swift action on Muslim minority report. Read the full story.
Kerala DGP Stresses Parental Role in Drug, Cybercrime Fight
Kerala Police Chief highlights the dual threat of drug abuse and cybercrime targeting youth. He calls for a community-driven approach beyond enforcement, citing 30,000 drug cases last year. Read more.
NCP's Gulabrao Gavande Recovers After Heart Attack
Former Maharashtra minister Gulabrao Gavande suffered a heart attack in Akola, was rushed to Nagpur for advanced angioplasty. Senior cardiologist confirms he is out of danger. Read for details on his health and political reactions.
DHBVN Issues SOP for Consumer Grievances After HERC Rap
DHBVN launches a strict SOP for grievance redressal after HERC criticized its casual approach. New rules mandate online tracking, set deadlines, and warn of fines for officers.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Hurt by AAP's Mockery in Assembly
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta expresses pain over AAP leaders mocking her verbal slips, alleging gender bias. She defends her 24x7 work ethic while her minister criticizes past pollution policies.
4 Ayyappa Devotees Killed in Tumakuru MUV-Lorry Crash
Four Ayyappa devotees died and eight were injured after their MUV collided with a lorry in Tumakuru, Karnataka. The victims were returning from Sabarimala. Read for details.
MCD House adjourned amid chaos over demolition, video row
Delhi's MCD House meeting adjourned within 35 minutes amid protests over Turkman Gate demolition and a doctored video controversy. Mayor faces flak for remarks. Read full details.
4 AAP MLAs expelled in Delhi Assembly over Guru Tegh Bahadur row
Delhi Assembly witnesses third day of chaos as 4 AAP MLAs are expelled over a controversial video clip. BJP demands Atishi's disqualification, Speaker orders forensic probe. Full details inside.
ED enters Sabarimala gold theft probe, registers PMLA case
Enforcement Directorate joins Kerala's Sabarimala gold scam investigation under PMLA. SIT has arrested 13, including ex-TDB chief. Read the latest developments.
Hyderabad fines 31 buses Rs 76,000 in safety drive
Hyderabad transport teams booked 31 contract carriage buses in a single-day safety drive, collecting Rs 76,000 in fines. Key violations included missing safety gear and unauthorised goods. Read the full report.
Punjab DIG Bhullar approaches HC for bail in CBI corruption case
Suspended Punjab DIG H S Bhullar moves Punjab & Haryana HC for bail, challenging his arrest's legality. The CBI arrested him in a 2025 bribery case. Read the full details.
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