Pune IT Pros Demand Better Roads, Safety Before Civic Polls
Ahead of Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad civic elections, IT professionals demand world-class infrastructure, traffic solutions, and pollution control. Read their key concerns.
Category : Politics
Gujarat to replace 16 revenue laws with single umbrella act
Gujarat government plans a comprehensive Land Administrative Act to replace 16 old revenue laws, aiming to simplify governance and reduce litigation. Committee headed by retired IAS officer C L Meena is reviewing the framework.
Varanasi: Maidagin-Godowlia Road Closed for Vehicles
Varanasi police ban vehicles on Maidagin-Godowlia road due to massive pilgrim influx during Magh Mela. New traffic plan ensures safe darshan. Read details.
BJP's Pankaj Chaudhary Gets Rousing Welcome in Varanasi
BJP workers braved cold, foggy weather to give a grand welcome to newly elected UP state president Pankaj Chaudhary in Varanasi. The event featured chants, conch shells, and floral tributes along his route.
Mau Police Seizes 18.49 Kg Charas, Arrests Two Smugglers
Mau Police arrests two drug smugglers, seizes 18.490 kg of charas worth Rs 9 crore from Nepal. The contraband was destined for western UP. Read the full details of the major drug bust.
BKU Faction Alleges Govt, SAD Bid to Weaken Farmers' Union
BKU (Ekta-Sidhupur) leaders accuse the government and Shiromani Akali Dal of conspiring to create a rift within the union. They claim the move aims to weaken their stance on key farmer issues and the missing 'saroops' case. Read the full details.
NDMC Budget: No Property Tax Hike, Rs 143 Cr Surplus
NDMC presents a surplus budget for 2026-27, focusing on green cover, digital payments, and anti-pollution measures. No hike in property tax announced. Read more for key highlights.
China Pressures Japan with Export Controls, Challenging US Alliance
Beijing imposes export controls on Japan, targeting rare earths and chip materials, directly challenging Trump's claims and testing US-Japan ties over Taiwan. Analysis inside.
BJP MLAs Storm Well, Demand Action Against Atishi
Delhi Assembly adjourned twice after BJP MLAs protested, demanding LoP Atishi's membership cancellation. Atishi accuses BJP of sharing fake video. Winter Session likely to be rocked again.
HC directs judge to pronounce verdict in delayed MCOCA case
Delhi High Court directs sessions judge to pronounce verdict in gangster Parvesh Mann's MCOCA case after 5-month delay, setting aside order for fresh arguments. Read the full story.
Violence in Old Delhi after MCD anti-encroachment drive
Tension grips Old Delhi after MCD's overnight demolition near Faiz-e-Ilahi Mosque leads to stone-pelting, tear gas. A 7-year-old boy missing in chaos found hiding in shop. Read full details.
Masked Youth, 15-30 Age Group, Attacked Police During Delhi Demolition
A constable injured in stone-pelting near Delhi's Faiz-e-Elahi mosque describes attackers as masked youth. Police probe outsider involvement. Read the full eyewitness account.
WhatsApp Probe in Turkman Gate Violence, 5 Arrested
Delhi Police investigates WhatsApp messages after violence near Turkman Gate. Five arrested, families claim innocence. Read the full details of the probe and arrests here.
100 Global Election Officials to Attend India's Democracy Summit
India will host 100 delegates from 42 countries for the IICDEM 2026 conference in New Delhi. The summit aims to foster global cooperation on inclusive and resilient democratic systems. Read more.
HC to MCD: Survey Jama Masjid for encroachments in 2 months
Delhi High Court orders MCD to verify illegal construction claims around Jama Masjid, including parks and commercial activities. Survey to be completed within two months.
EC Allows Relatives at Bengal Voter Hearings, Relief for Migrants
Election Commission eases rules for West Bengal voter hearings, allowing relatives to represent migrants & NRIs. Online portal with video hearings coming soon. Details inside.
Dharamshala College Ragging Case: Father's Statement Recorded
In the Dharamshala college ragging case, the victim's father has recorded his statement before a magistrate. Police have sent the phone for forensic analysis and are forming a medical board.
Delhi HC Demands E-Rickshaw Regulation After Child's Death
Delhi High Court demands government action on unregulated e-rickshaws after a fatal accident. PIL cites 108 accidents and 26 deaths in 2025. Read the full story.
Himachal Jobs Doubled Under Modi Govt: BJP Chief
BJP's Dr Rajeev Bindal claims employment in Himachal Pradesh surged under PM Modi. Details on the new Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Employment Act, a tech-driven rural jobs scheme with 125-day guarantee.
Delhi HC Slams Excise Dept, MCD Over Liquor Shop Delay
Delhi High Court demands personal affidavit from Excise Commissioner over year-long delay in relocating a liquor vend from Swaroop Nagar. Court questions authorities' inaction affecting residents' safety. Read the full story.
HC fines HP govt Rs 50k for delay in Shimla mayor PIL reply
Himachal Pradesh High Court imposes Rs 50,000 fine on state govt for procedural delay in PIL challenging Shimla mayor's tenure extension. Next hearing on Feb 24. Read the full details.
Jalandhar Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest 5
Jalandhar police crack down on narcotics, arresting five individuals and seizing a large quantity of heroin and other drugs. Read about the major bust here.
Man arrested for steel rod theft in Hoshiarpur
Hoshiarpur police arrest a man for stealing steel rods from a construction site. Stolen property recovered. Details on the police operation inside.
Two Main Shooters of Gangster Prabh Dasuwal Arrested
Amritsar Police arrest two key shooters linked to foreign-based gangster Prabh Dasuwal. Details on the operation, seized weapons, and ongoing investigations revealed.
Live grenade found near Batala school, gangster link suspected
A live grenade was discovered near a school in Batala, Punjab, sparking a major security alert. Police suspect links to gangster culture and extortion rackets. Read the full investigation details.
Amritsar Gets Vacuum Litter Picking Machine for Road Cleaning
Amritsar Municipal Corporation introduces a new vacuum-based litter picking machine to tackle roadside waste. The initiative aims to enhance sanitation and reduce manual labor.
5 Kg Heroin Seized in Amritsar, One Narcotics Suspect Held
Amritsar police confiscated 5 kg of heroin in two separate operations near the border. One suspect arrested. Details on the major drug bust and ongoing investigations.
Amritsar Police Returns 300 Lost Phones to Owners
In a commendable initiative, Amritsar Rural Police returned over 300 lost mobile phones to their rightful owners, showcasing their dedication to public service and community trust.
Punjab CM: Fight Drugs with 'Lehar', Not 'Kehar'
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann advocates a public movement ('Lehar') against drugs, not police crackdowns ('Kehar'). He urges youth to reject narcotics for a brighter future.
LPG Blast Near Pune Injures 10 Kitchen Staff
A major LPG cylinder explosion at a Daund eatery kitchen injured 10 workers, with 5 severely burned shifted to Pune. Police investigation ongoing.
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