Akali Dal wins in Behbal Khurd, Sarawan in rural polls
Shiromani Akali Dal records symbolic victories in Behbal Khurd and Sarawan villages, the epicenter of the 2015 sacrilege protests. Discover the political implications and reactions.
Category : Politics
Pune Fraudster Caught After 12 Years Using NATGRID
CBI arrests Ashutosh Pandit, accused of Rs 17-crore bank fraud, after a 12-year manhunt. His new identity in Goa was unmasked by NATGRID's data intelligence. Read the full story.
AAP Leads in Ludhiana Zila Parishad, Faces Rural Hurdles
AAP emerged as the single largest party in Ludhiana's zila parishad polls but faced stiff competition from Congress & SAD in panchayat samitis. Key wins and setbacks analyzed.
Akhilesh Targets BJP on Drug Racket, Farm Neglect in UP Assembly
SP chief Akhilesh Yadav questions UP Assembly's Vande Mataram debate, vows to raise codeine syrup racket, farmer neglect, unemployment & price rise. He alleges bulldozer bias & electoral roll tampering.
BJP's Poor Show in Ludhiana Rural Polls Raises 2027 Alarm
BJP's first independent foray into Ludhiana's rural local body elections yields just 3 panchayat samiti seats, raising strategic questions for the 2027 Punjab assembly polls. Leaders admit to weak rural base.
Delhi BS-6 Rule Enforced, 460 Vehicles Turned Away
Delhi's GRAP Stage IV rule barring non-Delhi, non-BS 6 vehicles caused major traffic chaos at 13 borders. 2,768 vehicles were checked, 460 sent back. Commuters fume over poor communication.
Ayali Urges Panthic Unity for SAD Revival After Poll Results
Dakha MLA Manpreet Singh Ayali urges Sukhbir Badal to unite all Akali factions, including Amritpal Singh's SAD(WPD), for a 2027 comeback. He clarifies his stance on SAD(Revived). Read more.
GVMC's Hybrid Sewerage Project Shows Split Results
Visakhapatnam's ambitious ₹940-crore hybrid sewerage project presents a tale of two halves. While the Pendurthi package nears completion and earns revenue, the Gajuwaka-Malkapuram work is stalled at 48%. Read about GVMC's revival plans.
Almatti-Kushtagi rail survey complete, DPR by May 2026
The crucial field survey for the Almatti-Kushtagi railway line is finished. The DPR is due by May 2026, promising better connectivity for central & north Karnataka. Read more.
Nagpur NMC Polls: Mahayuti Alliance's Unity Under Strain
The ruling Mahayuti alliance in Maharashtra projects confidence for Nagpur civic polls, but BJP's dominance and seat-sharing demands threaten unity. Key talks begin Dec 20. Read more.
Jalandhar MC demolishes woman drug peddler's illegal structure
Jalandhar Municipal Corporation razes illegal structure of a woman drug peddler in Basti Bawa Khel. Police case filed, action follows complaints. Read more.
Shanti Bill 2025: Rewiring India's Nuclear Future
The proposed Shanti Bill 2025 aims to amend India's nuclear liability law, boosting foreign investment and domestic manufacturing for a clean energy future. Read the full analysis.
NH-66 Gets Safety Lighting to Reduce Night-Time Accidents
NHAI installs streetlights on NH-66's Kallambalam-Kazhakkoottam stretch to improve safety. Residents welcome the move but call for consistent upkeep. Full project completion targeted for mid-2026. Read more.
Marina Beach parking chaos, GCC plans AI system
Marina Beach visitors face severe parking chaos with 500 cars crammed into a 150-slot area. GCC to float tenders for an AI-powered smart parking system with cameras and digital payments next week. Read more.
Pudur Sarpanch's Key Role in Strategic Navy VLF Station
The new sarpanch of Pudur in Vikarabad holds a unique mandate, balancing local environmental concerns with a critical ₹3,200 crore Indian Navy VLF communication project. Discover the national implications.
Opposition Warns of Agitation as Rajya Sabha Passes Rural Bill
Rajya Sabha passes VB-G RAM G Bill 2025 after midnight amid protests. Opposition warns of street agitations, citing farm law repeal. MNREGA changes spark federalism debate.
CWC meet on Dec 27 to plan protests against VB-G RAM G Bill
Congress announces CWC meeting on December 27 to strategize nationwide protests against the Viksit Bharat Bill, alleging BJP aims to dismantle its rural employment legacy. Details inside.
Putin Holds Major Year-End News Conference on Dec 19
Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the nation in a major year-end press conference and call-in event on Friday, December 19, 2025. The event is expected to cover critical topics like the ongoing conflict and foreign policy. Follow for live upda
VB-G RAM G Bill Passed After Midnight Rajya Sabha Vote
The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill was passed by Parliament after midnight, triggering an overnight opposition protest. Read the full details.
J&K Police warn of 29 with terror links at Ratle project
J&K Police letter flags 29 workers at Ratle hydro project for militant or criminal links. BJP MLA Shagun Parihar says it vindicates her, while COO blames her for delays. Read the full story.
India, Netherlands hold defence talks, sign LoI in Delhi
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Netherlands' FM David Van Weel in Delhi. They discussed co-production, Indo-Pacific security & exchanged a Letter of Intent on defence cooperation.
House Panel to MEA: Set Up Unit to Counter Anti-India Narratives
A parliamentary committee recommends a dedicated MEA unit to counter misinformation in Bangladesh. The report addresses protests, China's influence, and India's humanitarian stance on Sheikh Hasina.
Police flagged 29 workers at Ratle project as security risk
J&K Police warned Megha Engineering about 29 workers with militant or criminal backgrounds at the Ratle hydro project. BJP MLA Shagun Parihar says this vindicates her allegations, while the COO blames her for delays. Read the full story.
Delhi BS-VI Rules: How to Check Your Car & Avoid Fines
Delhi enforces strict BS-VI norms, banning older vehicles. Learn how to check your car's compliance, avoid Rs 20,000 fine, and understand Bharat Stage emission standards.
Bihar cloth seller lynched, family struggles for answers
Mohammad Athar Hussain, a cloth seller for 20 years, was brutally lynched in Bihar's Nawada after being mistaken for a thief. His family demands justice and support. Read the full story.
Congress makes strong gains in Ludhiana rural polls
Congress celebrates a strong second-place finish in Ludhiana's zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections, outperforming AAP in several rural blocks. Full analysis of the results and what they mean for Punjab politics.
HP High Court Questions State on Poor CSR Implementation
Himachal Pradesh High Court criticizes state & central govts for failing to enforce CSR rules after 2025 monsoon disaster. Only Rs 47.52 crore collected from 80 eligible firms. Read the full story.
TN Govt: No Data on Thiruparankundram Hill Stone Pillar
Tamil Nadu government tells Madras High Court there is no empirical data to prove the stone pillar atop Thiruparankundram hill in Madurai is a Deepam post. Bench reserves order.
Nagpur HC: Father's Caste Rejection Doesn't Bind Children
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court grants Scheduled Tribe validity to Buldhana siblings, ruling parent's rejected claim doesn't foreclose children's independent case. Landmark judgment reinforces precedent.
Nagpur NMC polls test BJP's 20-year dominance
Nagpur's January 15 civic elections are a crucial test of BJP's two-decade rise, set against a four-year gap without an elected body. Will voter discontent over civic issues reshape the political map? Read the analysis.
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