Indira Gandhi's 1966 Election: The Battle That Made Her PM
On January 19, 1966, Indira Gandhi won a dramatic contest in Parliament's Central Hall, becoming India's first woman Prime Minister after a tense four-hour vote against Morarji Desai.
Category : Politics
Double Life Term for Rape, Murder of 5-Year-Old in Ghaziabad
A special Pocso court in Ghaziabad sentenced a Muradnagar man to two life terms for the rape and murder of his five-year-old niece. The court imposed a fine and compensation.
AAP's Sanjay Singh Slams BJP Over Ghat Demolition
AAP leader Sanjay Singh criticizes BJP government for demolishing historic Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, alleging attack on Hindu faith and dictatorship.
Junagadh Man Kidnapped, Assaulted for Black Magic: Police
A labourer in Junagadh accuses his neighbour of kidnapping him at knifepoint, rendering him unconscious, and subjecting him to a brutal assault as part of a black magic ritual. Police have arrested the accused.
VMC Probes Negligence in Manikarnika Ghat Demolition
Varanasi Municipal Corporation investigates alleged negligence during Manikarnika Ghat demolition. CM Yogi denies idol damage, accuses Congress of spreading misinformation.
Sitapur Murder Solved: Wife Strangles Husband with Muffler
Sitapur police cracked a murder case where a 32-year-old man was strangled with his own muffler. His wife allegedly committed the crime with her lover and his friend. All three accused are now in jail.
Four Missing in Bhadra Canal While Washing Clothes
A family of four from Bhadravathi disappeared while washing clothes in the Bhadra canal. Police are searching for Neelabai, her son, daughter, and son-in-law.
Barnala Fog Crash Kills Bihar Migrant Worker
A private bus rear-ended a motorbike in dense fog near Barnala, killing a 31-year-old migrant worker from Bihar and injuring the pillion rider. The bus has been impounded as police investigate.
Ashoka Demands Resignation Over Rs 2,500 Crore Excise Scam
BJP leader R Ashoka alleges a massive Rs 2,500 crore scam in Karnataka's Excise Department and demands the resignation of Excise Minister Thimmapur, holding Chief Minister Siddaramaiah responsible.
DK Shivakumar Awaits Rahul Gandhi Meeting in Delhi
Karnataka Congress leader DK Shivakumar camps in Delhi, seeking an appointment with Rahul Gandhi after attending a funeral in Bidar. The political move highlights internal dynamics.
Vadodara Parents File Rs 16.61 Crore Case Over Harni Lake Tragedy
Parents of 11 children who drowned in Harni lake during a school picnic have filed a consumer case seeking Rs 16.61 crore compensation, alleging negligence and illegal organization by New Sunrise School.
Raut Warns of 'Reverse Poaching' in Mumbai BMC Mayor Fight
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut hints at possible defections from Shinde camp, citing Marathi pride and criticizes BJP's role in Mumbai's mayoral election.
Fog Causes Two Road Accidents in Bathinda and Moga, Many Injured
Heavy fog in Malwa region led to two separate road accidents in Bathinda and Moga districts on Sunday morning, injuring more than a dozen people including bus drivers and passengers.
Land Beat Program Finds 90,000 Encroachments on Govt Land in Karnataka
Karnataka's revenue department has verified over 13.9 lakh government land parcels using the Land Beat digital surveillance program, identifying encroachments on approximately 90,000 plots across the state.
Teachers Block Highway for Rs 2 Crore Compensation
Teachers in Punjab blocked a national highway demanding Rs 2 crore compensation for a deceased teacher couple. The protest halted traffic for over an hour near Moga.
TMC's Abhishek Banerjee Defends Lakshmir Bhandar in Bengal
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee asserts Lakshmir Bhandar cannot be stopped in Bengal, alleging BJP misuses voter verification and withholds central funds as political punishment.
Azamgarh Police Arrests Brother-Killer After Encounter
Mubarakpur police in Azamgarh arrested Salim, accused of killing his brother in a property dispute, following an encounter where he fired at officers and was injured.
Noida: Man Dies, Friend Critical After Bike Hits Pole
A 32-year-old man died and his 30-year-old friend was critically injured when their motorcycle hit a pole in Badalpur, Noida. Police suspect an accident after drinking, but the family alleges foul play.
Varanasi Police Probe AI-Altered Temple Images in Ghat Row
Varanasi police investigate FIRs alleging AI-tampered images of Kumbha Mahadev temple were shared on X to spread false narratives about Manikarnika Ghat renovation project.
Gangrape Accused Shot, Arrested After Police Encounter
Two gangrape accused were shot in the leg and arrested after a police encounter near Savas turning in Ghazipur early Sunday. Police recovered firearms from them.
Escaped Thief Caught After Varanasi Gunfight, Rs 25K Reward
A joint police team arrested a thief with a Rs 25,000 reward after an early morning encounter in Varanasi. The accused, who escaped jail in January, suffered leg injuries.
Karnataka Cabinet Reshuffle Sparks Muslim Leadership Debate
The Karnataka cabinet reshuffle buzz intensifies as Muslim leadership tussle takes center stage, highlighting political dynamics ahead of state elections.
Karnataka SI Suspended for Inaction in Suicide Case
A sub-inspector in Karnataka's Kadra has been suspended for failing to act in a woman's suicide case, highlighting police negligence.
Modi Attacks TMC's 'Maha Jungle Raj' in Singur Rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, calling for an end to 'maha jungle raj' to restore law and order and attract investment.
Hubballi Engineer Wins Railway Award for Goa-Karnataka Line
Kesireddy Vamshi Krishna Reddy receives Ati Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar for leading track relaying project in Western Ghats, improving train speeds and safety.
Hooda Slams Haryana Govt Over Broken Promises
Former CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda criticizes the Nayab Singh Saini government for failing to deliver development, worsening Haryana's debt, and neglecting key public issues like unemployment and crime.
PMK Founder Ramadoss Holds Urgent Meeting on Alliances
PMK founder S Ramadoss convened an urgent meeting with supporters in Villupuram as political parties push for alliance decisions ahead of key events.
AIADMK Plans Statewide Meetings on Tamil Language Day
AIADMK organizes public meetings across Tamil Nadu on January 25, Tamil language martyrs' day, amid renewed political debate on anti-Hindi agitation.
Karnataka Ranks 2nd in Fasal Bima Yojana Implementation
Karnataka has achieved the second-highest position in India for implementing the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, showcasing strong agricultural support.
SRS Group Promoters Declared Fugitive Economic Offenders
A Gurugram court declares two SRS Group promoters fugitive economic offenders under the FEO Act, 2018, following a Rs 2,200 crore fraud case involving Canara Bank and multiple FIRs.
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