Shalan Shinde, a BJP candidate accused in a murder case, secured victory in Solapur's Ward 2 while incarcerated. The election also saw family members of prominent politicians winning across Kolhapur region.
Jaipur Development Authority engineers are identifying key intersections under flyovers and bridges to convert them into signal-free zones, inspired by Delhi's successful model.
Senior SBI manager Sudhanshu Kumar was robbed of gold worth Rs 4 lakh in Aerocity, Zirakpur. Attackers fired at his car as he escaped. Police are investigating.
Haryana Human Rights Commission rules safe roads are a fundamental right under Article 21, directing multiple agencies to submit compliance reports and implement comprehensive safety measures across the state.
The Indian Secular Largest Assembly of Maharashtra (ISLAM) party, led by ex-NCP MLA Asif Shaikh, wins 35 seats in Malegaon's municipal corporation, ending Congress dominance but missing a clear majority.
Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla inaugurated a newly reconstructed public toilet in Sector 26, featuring solar power, disability access, and modern amenities to improve sanitation.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav transferred Rs 1,836 crore to Ladli Behna beneficiaries and announced Rs 50,000 crore target by 2026. He also launched development works worth Rs 206 crore.
Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma directed officials to drain stagnant wastewater in Khadkua village during a Samadhan Shivir. He reviewed 15 grievances and emphasized timely resolution.
A 32-year-old man with learning difficulties was allegedly beaten to death by his father and elder brother in Kollam. The family did not seek medical help after the assault.
Deputy Commissioner Nishant Kumar Yadav chaired a review meeting for the NAKSHA pilot project in Chandigarh. Officials reported steady progress in field surveys despite weather challenges, with completion targeted for January 2026.
A minor boy from the Banjara community was brutally assaulted, stripped naked, and paraded for over a kilometer in Ujjain's Panwasa area by relatives of a girl he had eloped with months earlier.
Mumbai civic polls show BJP's triple engine sarkar appeal wins, but Thackeray combine retains Marathi strongholds. Congress slips, MIM gains as political landscape shifts.
Mahayuti alliance secures control in 24 municipal corporations across Maharashtra, with BJP emerging as the single largest party in 21 cities including Mumbai and Pune.
The family of a 35-year-old man killed by alleged cow vigilantes in Odisha demands arrest of all accused. The victim was the only earning member supporting seven family members.
After winning Mumbai's civic polls, the BJP faces urgent challenges like clogged drains and broken roads. The party must govern inclusively to truly serve citizens.
A box of pedas left outside a government office in Junnardeo, Madhya Pradesh, has led to three deaths. Police are investigating the source of the poison as families reel from the tragedy.
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Electoral Officer has designated three special campaign days in January and February 2026 to help voters update electoral rolls. Booth level officers will assist with forms and verification at all polling stations.
BJD chief Naveen Patnaik suspends Arvind Mohapatra and Sanatan Mahakud, sparking speculation about a new regional party in Odisha. Party strength hits record low.
Poland's Deputy Prime Minister argues that the rules-based international system, though imperfect, provides stability and growth, contrasting Poland's progress with global uncertainties.
The High-Powered Committee on Ladakh will hold its next meeting on February 4 in New Delhi, resuming talks suspended since last year following protests and police firing incidents.
The Trump administration announces withdrawal from 66 international institutions, including UN bodies, signaling a dramatic shift from rules-based multilateralism to transactional diplomacy.
The BJP's triumph in Mumbai's civic elections strengthens Devendra Fadnavis's position and sends a message to regional parties facing polls soon. The victory highlights changing political dynamics.
Former US President Donald Trump reiterates his role in preventing a major India-Pakistan war, claiming to have saved at least 10 million lives during his tenure.
Poland's Deputy Prime Minister Radoslaw Sikorski lands in India for high-level discussions, focusing on bilateral ties, trade, and global cooperation.
The Supreme Court ordered immediate removal of an Indore SHO from duty for allegedly using stock witnesses in multiple cases, calling the practice an anathema to rule of law.
Sister Ranit speaks out eight years after filing rape complaint against Bishop Franco Mulakkal. She details her journey from victim to survivor and her ongoing fight for justice.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar has approved major plans and attracted investments. Now, the city must focus on disciplined execution of its 2047 development plan to avoid congestion and environmental stress.
The Economic Offences Wing uncovers a large-scale insurance fraud scheme in Gwalior-Chambal division where forged death certificates were used to siphon crores from PMJJBY, with multiple arrests and ongoing investigations.
The Anti-Narcotics Task Force arrested Ramesh Kumar, a key figure in mephedrone trafficking across five states, from Kolkata after tracking him for eight years.
A Mohali sessions court has sentenced two Ropar Improvement Trust officials to four years' rigorous imprisonment and fined them ₹20,000 each in a vigilance bureau corruption case.