Ex-Minister's Letter Blames Shivakumar for Congress Poll Loss
Former Karnataka minister KN Rajanna's letter to Rahul Gandhi blames KPCC chief DK Shivakumar for Congress' poor Lok Sabha performance, reigniting internal feud. Read the full details.
Category : Politics
Goa Police Deploys Rs 4.9 Crore Jammer Vehicle for VIP Security
Goa Police integrates a high-tech vehicle-mounted jammer to secure VVIP movements. CM Sawant also launches body-worn cameras for traffic police, making Goa first for such challan system.
Ex-TDP MP Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar Appointed Supreme Court ASG
Former TDP Rajya Sabha member Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar appointed as Additional Solicitor General in Supreme Court. A key legal aide to CM Naidu, his term is for three years. Read more.
Gruha Lakshmi Scheme Payouts Delayed: Rs 5,500 Cr Stuck
A finance department oversight delays Rs 5,500 crore in Gruha Lakshmi payments for 1.2 crore women in Karnataka. Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar assures resolution as govt scrambles to fix procedural hurdles. Read more.
Petition Seeks Removal of Arpora-Nagoa Sarpanch Over Licences
A formal petition demands the immediate removal of Sarpanch Roshan Redkar for alleged power abuse and illegal licensing linked to the tragic Birch by Romeo Lane fire. The directorate has issued a notice returnable by Dec 26.
Colva Court Acquits 5 in Murder Case, Criticizes Probe
An additional sessions court in Colva acquitted five men accused of murder, citing major lapses in the police investigation. Read the full details of the judicial critique.
Clerk Dies at Koderma Station Trying to Board Moving Train
A 49-year-old clerk from Markachho block died after falling while trying to board the moving Kolkata-Jammu Tawi Express at Koderma station. He was rushed to hospital but declared dead. Read the full report.
Goa University Student Council Polls: GFP-NSUI Panel Wins
A joint panel of Goa Forward Party and Congress' NSUI wins Goa University Students' Council elections. Leader Sai Dessai calls it a preview for 2027 state polls. Read the full analysis.
Bihar VIB nabs revenue clerk, SI in separate bribery traps
Vigilance sleuths in Bihar arrested a revenue employee for a ₹1 lakh bribe in Patna and a sub-inspector for ₹40,000 in Siwan. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operations.
Patna Acid Attack: Jealousy Motive, Two Women Arrested
Patna police uncover a pre-planned acid attack conspiracy in Barh. Two women arrested for orchestrating the assault on a beautician over suspected extramarital affair. Read the shocking details.
Garhwa: FIR Threat for 280 Loan Defaulters Under State Scheme
Garhwa district issues final notice to 280 loan defaulters under Mukhyamantri Rozgar Srijan Yojana. FIRs will be filed if dues are not cleared by December 31. Details inside.
Congress: AAP's 'B-team' Role Led to BJP's ZP Win in Goa
Goa Congress chief Manikrao Thakare blames AAP for splitting anti-BJP votes, leading to BJP-MGP's 32-seat win. Congress doubled its tally to 10 seats. Read the full analysis.
MGP's Sudin Dhavalikar Confident of Goa 2027 Win
Senior MGP leader Sudin Dhavalikar asserts the BJP-MGP alliance is unbeatable in Goa, targeting 22+ seats in 2027. He highlights funding challenges and plans for Catholic outreach. Read more.
3 Die in Gaya Electrocution, Negligence Cited
Three young men died after electrocution by an 11KV wire in Gaya's Khaira village. The electricity department claims negligence. Read the full report.
Patna Triple Murder Over Property Dispute Exposed
Police reveal shocking details of a Patna triple murder linked to a property dispute. A builder orchestrated a Rs 20 lakh contract killing, leading to mob violence and arrests. Read the full story.
Nitin Nabin slams 'part-time' Rahul Gandhi, Tejashwi in Patna
BJP's new national working president Nitin Nabin, in his first Patna visit, targeted Rahul Gandhi and Tejashwi Yadav as 'short-term' politicians. He urged BJP cadres to work 24x7 for the party's expansion.
Birch Partner Arrested for Forging Health NOC in Goa
Mapusa police arrest Ajay Gupta of Birch by Romeo Lane for allegedly forging a health officer's NOC to obtain an excise licence. Latest updates on the tragic fire case bail hearings included.
Gujarat CM inducts 11,607 Lok Rakshak jawans, stresses human rights
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel distributed appointment letters to 11,607 Lok Rakshak jawans, emphasizing constitutional values, human rights, and impartiality as core police duties. Read his full address.
ASI in Uniform Held for Molesting Specially Abled Woman
A Mumbai ASI was arrested for allegedly molesting an 18-year-old specially abled woman in a Tardeo garden. The uniformed officer was caught by locals and remanded to custody.
Gujarat reshuffles 26 IAS officers, CMO gets new team
The Gujarat government announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, transferring 26 senior IAS officers. Key changes include new appointments in the Chief Minister's Office and leadership shifts across crucial departments like Energy, Finance, and Education.
Traffic curbs in Chandigarh for Amit Shah visit on Dec 24
Chandigarh Traffic Police issues advisory for Dec 24 due to Amit Shah's visit. Restrictions from 2:30-4 PM & 7-8:30 PM on key roads. Follow @trafficchd for updates.
Dahod Firing: 2 Injured, Brothers on the Run
Two injured in Dahod firing as brothers open fire during a clash. Police launch manhunt for accused. Read the latest updates on the incident.
Ahmedabad NRI House Burgled, Rs 3.32 Lakh Stolen
An NRI couple's Ahmedabad home was burgled while they were in Benin. Thieves stole cash & valuables worth Rs 3.32 lakh. Sola Police investigating. Read details.
Jharkhand Govt, BoI Sign MoU for Employee Insurance Scheme
Jharkhand govt partners with Bank of India to provide comprehensive insurance, including Rs 2 crore air accident cover, to regular & contractual employees and pensioners. A step towards financial security.
Patna DM Orders Verification of 104,725 Pending Ration Cards
Patna's district magistrate has ordered immediate verification of over 100,000 pending ration cards and expedited processing of 13,638 applications to ensure eligible beneficiaries receive grains without delay.
BJP Protests Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, Calls It Unconstitutional
BJP staged a silent protest in Bengaluru against the new Hate Speech Bill, calling it a threat to free speech. The party submitted a memorandum to the Governor. Read more.
New BLO App Feature Eases Voter Mapping Errors
The Election Commission introduces 'Electors with No Mapping' in the BLO App, allowing officers to rectify technical glitches. This aims to reduce physical hearings for unmapped voters in Kolkata ahead of the electoral process.
Kolkata Police FIR Against Protesting BLOs
Kolkata Police registers suo motu case against BLOs for protest at Bengal election commission. DC Indira Mukherjee confirms charges. BLOs cite harassment, work pressure. Read full details.
Labourer's Death Triggers Unrest at Bokaro Construction Site
A labourer's mysterious death at Jagarnath Mahto Medical College construction site in Bokaro led to worker protests and vandalism. Police intervened to control the situation. Read the full details.
Jharkhand Cabinet Approves PESA Rules 2025 for Tribal Areas
The Hemant Soren cabinet approved the Jharkhand PESA Rules 2025, granting gram sabhas in scheduled areas powers over mining, land, and resources. A landmark step for tribal self-governance.
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