Pune Passport Office Issues Record 4.73 Lakh Passports in 2025
Pune's passport office issued nearly 4.73 lakh passports in 2025, its highest ever, with demand doubling since 2021 due to education, jobs, and travel abroad.
Category : Politics
Four Police In-Charges Transferred to Lines in Sonbhadra
Sonbhadra SP Abhishek Verma takes immediate action, transferring four police station in-charges to lines for serious negligence in duty, warning against laxity.
Nagpur Voters Stock Liquor from Outskirts Ahead of Polls
Nagpur residents bypass the three-day liquor ban by rushing to shops just outside city limits. Police plan raids and checkpoints to prevent influx.
Interpol Red Notice Sought in UP Cough Syrup Racket Probe
The investigation into Uttar Pradesh's massive codeine-based cough syrup racket has gone international. Authorities have moved a Red Corner Notice proposal against alleged mastermind Shubham Jaiswal, believed to be in Dubai.
HSVP Demolishes Congress Leader's House in Gurgaon Amid Protests
Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran demolished Congress functionary Rajesh Yadav's house and other structures in Gurgaon for a road project, sparking protests and detentions.
UP to Submit Monkey Menace Plan to Allahabad HC
The Uttar Pradesh government informed the Allahabad High Court that its environment department will prepare a comprehensive work plan to tackle the monkey menace within one month.
Maharashtra Minister Defends Home Visits, Attacks Opposition
Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule clarifies his home visit to a party worker, rejects opposition allegations, and criticizes Congress over schemes and EVM doubts.
Nagpur NMC Polls: BJP's Silent Mobilization Strategy
BJP shifts to low-profile mobilization in Nagpur NMC polls, using Sangh affiliates for door-to-door outreach in tight contests, focusing on North Nagpur and booth-level vigilance.
Iran Airspace Closure Hits Flights, India Issues Travel Warning
Iran closed its airspace to most flights, impacting international routes. Indian airlines IndiGo and Air India report cancellations and delays. India strongly advises citizens against travel to Iran.
LeT Commander Abu Musa Kashmiri Issues Genocidal Threats
Lashkar-e-Taiba top commander Abu Musa Kashmiri captured on video calling for violence against Hindus in India. He declared independence would come by 'slitting throats' not begging.
Noida DLSA Camp Promotes Hindi Court Judgments via AI
The GB Nagar District Legal Services Authority organized an awareness camp to educate legal professionals about the SUVAS AI translation tool for Hindi court judgments.
UP Zero Poverty Program Creates Jobs for Thousands in Lucknow
The Uttar Pradesh government's Zero Poverty Program has helped over 4,500 people secure jobs through skill training. Officials aim to make families self-reliant by connecting them with employment opportunities.
Barapullah Phase III Flyover Delayed, Cost Up Rs 374 Crore
The Barapullah Phase III flyover connecting Sarai Kale Khan to Mayur Vihar will now take 15 more months to complete, with costs rising by Rs 374.40 crore due to delays and arbitration issues.
Pune PMC Election 2026: NCP Alliance vs BJP in Civic Polls
Pune Municipal Corporation elections see joint NCP factions challenging BJP Mahayuti. Voting underway with strict measures for employee participation.
Akhlaq Case: Judge Gives Last Chance for Transfer Plea
District Judge Atul Shrivastava gives accused one last opportunity to submit documents for case transfer plea, warns of rejection if delayed further. Hearing set for January 22.
West Bengal CEO Sets Police Transfer Rules for 2026 Polls
The Chief Electoral Officer of West Bengal has mandated transfers for police officers serving over three years in a district and banned postings in home districts ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Delhi HC Orders PTAs in All Schools, Seeks Action Report
Delhi High Court directs Directorate of Education to ensure Parent-Teacher Associations in all schools and record steps taken. PIL reveals 170 private schools lack PTAs.
11,500+ Voter Names Deleted in Bengal's SIR Exercise
West Bengal's electoral revision sees over 11,500 names removed, mostly from Nadia district. State CEO proposes relief for married women and SC/ST parents lacking documents.
PWD Seeks Rs 600 Crore More for 4 Delhi Hospital Projects
Delhi's Public Works Department requests additional Rs 627 crore to complete four delayed hospital projects, citing cost escalation and promising completion by mid-2026.
Indore Gets Rs 800 Crore Narmada Water Supply Project
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav laid the foundation for an Rs 800.19 crore water supply project from the Narmada river to meet Indore's growing clean water needs under AMRUT 2.0.
HC Disposes TMC Plea After ED Says No I-PAC Data Seized
Enforcement Directorate told Calcutta High Court it seized nothing from I-PAC office searches. Court disposed of TMC's data protection plea, adjourned ED's petition for CBI probe against Mamata Banerjee.
White Tiger Division Honors Veterans, Resolves Issues
The White Tiger Division in Jhansi marked the 10th Armed Forces Veterans Day with a special program. They addressed veterans' concerns about pay and pensions while celebrating their service.
Pune Sisters Killed in Truck-Scooter Crash at Kalewadi
Rutuja Shinde (24) and Neha (20) died after a truck hit their scooter near Dhanagar Baba temple in Kalewadi. Police arrested the driver from Madhya Pradesh.
Nagpur Poll Eve Sees Clashes, Bribery Claims
Nagpur witnessed political strife before voting with confrontations, voter bribery allegations, and model code violations reported from multiple areas, keeping police on high alert.
Pune Candidates Active Before Voting Day, Focus on Vigilance
Candidates in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad spent Wednesday meeting voters, coordinating volunteers, and monitoring for illegal activities ahead of Thursday's local elections.
Pune Woman Dies in Scooter-Truck Accident at Thermax Chowk
A 31-year-old woman died on the spot after a trailer truck hit her scooter at Thermax Chowk in Nigdi. Her relative escaped with minor injuries. Police registered a case against the truck driver.
Ajit Pawar's Rs110 Crore Purandar Scheme Claim Sparks Firestorm
Deputy CM Ajit Pawar alleges Rs110 crore inflation in Purandar irrigation scheme during BJP-Shiv Sena rule for party funds, drawing sharp reactions across political spectrum.
Nagpur HC Slams Forest Dept Over Vanbala Train Shutdown
The Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench criticized the forest department for prolonged closure of Vanbala miniature train, emphasizing outdoor recreation's importance for children's development.
Police Identify Pillion Rider in Shalimar Bagh Murder
Delhi Police obtain clear image of pillion rider involved in Rachna Yadav's murder after scanning 100+ CCTV cameras. No arrests made yet, investigation ongoing.
Fruit Seller Kills Woman for Rejecting Proposal in Greater Noida
A 28-year-old woman was strangled by a fruit seller in Greater Noida after refusing his marriage proposal. She was the family's sole breadwinner, caring for her brothers after their parents' deaths.
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