In Mumbai's BMC elections, Uddhav Thackeray's Shiv Sena (UBT) and MNS alliance secured 36 out of 52 seats in direct contests with Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena, though margins were narrow in many traditional strongholds.
Violence erupted in Beldanga, Murshidabad, as protesters blocked NH-12 and railway tracks over the assault of a migrant worker in Bihar. Police used tear gas and lathi charge, detaining 22 people.
Congress MLA Phool Singh Baraiya faces backlash for linking rape to women's beauty and caste. CM Mohan Yadav demands Rahul Gandhi suspend him, while Congress distances itself from the remarks.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rally in Singur targets TMC's industrial record, reviving the 2008 Nano project controversy as BJP makes development its key election plank in West Bengal.
New UP BJP chief Pankaj Chaudhary receives unprecedented welcomes with massive convoys and flower showers during his statewide tour, as party insiders cite his limited organizational exposure and upcoming elections.
The Election Commission has sent a third reminder to district officers in West Bengal to execute its directive for lodging FIRs against five officials accused of manipulating electoral rolls.
A tourist van carrying devotees overturned on Sogathur highway in Dharmapuri, injuring seven including a 15-year-old boy. All victims are from Bagur village.
Ravi Rana's Yuva Swabhiman Party wins 15 seats in Amravati Municipal Corporation elections, pledges support to BJP for government formation despite BJP's reduced tally.
Prayagraj mela police deploy pole-to-pole security model for Mauni Amavasya, expecting 3-4 crore devotees. Over 15,000 cops, drones, and water ambulances ensure safety.
Senior MCG officials visited Delhi's Okhla Tehkhand waste-to-energy plant to study technology and operations. Haryana government plans similar facility in Manesar as part of waste management strategy.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi firmly rejects any alliance with BJP or NDA, issues show-cause notices to five party corporators in Maharashtra for backing BJP candidate.
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that candidates without a BEd degree cannot be appointed as assistant teachers through UPPSC's 2024 exam, upholding NCTE standards.
The Asaduddin Owaisi-led AIMIM upended its 'vote cutter' perception, becoming the principal challenger to BJP in several municipal corporations across Maharashtra.
Chandrapur Municipal Corporation elections result in a fractured mandate with Congress as single largest party but no clear majority. Both BJP and Congress claim they can form government through alliances.
Thousands of Greenlanders gathered in Nuuk to protest US President Donald Trump's push to acquire Greenland, waving flags and chanting 'Greenland is not for sale'.
Delhi Police arrests three individuals from Vadodara and Prayagraj for allegedly routing Rs 6 crore in a massive digital arrest scam that duped an elderly couple of Rs 14.85 crore.
Odisha Police conducted raids at 46 locations, arresting nine smugglers and seizing cash, gold, vehicles, and identifying properties worth Rs 50 crore in a major crackdown.
Families of 16 Indian sailors detained by Iran's Revolutionary Guard over a month ago have approached Delhi High Court seeking urgent government intervention for consular access and their release.
Twelve Muslim candidates secured seats in Nagpur's 151-member Municipal Corporation. Congress, AIMIM, and IUML saw victories, with two winners from other communities.
Recent civic elections in Nagpur, Amravati, and Akola exposed a coordinated community voting strategy that propelled minority parties to significant gains, catching major political parties off guard.
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy pledges to finish all pending irrigation projects in Mahbubnagar district and develop it into a model region during a public meeting.
A 14-year-old girl from Virar died after jumping into a well in Khargone district following a dispute over marriage with her Instagram friend. Police investigation continues.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant commended the Uttar Pradesh government and high court for new integrated court complexes in Chandauli and other districts, stating they will set a national example for judicial infrastructure.
A 24-year-old woman police constable died on the spot after a dumper hit her two-wheeler in Barwaha, Khargone. Her brother, an assistant jailer, escaped unhurt as the driver fled.
Three people died in 'eruthattam' events, two in 'Manju Virattu' events during Pongal festival in Salem and Krishnagiri districts. Police register cases.
BJP criticizes Congress after MLA Phool Singh Baraiya, who made controversial remarks on women, was seen with Rahul Gandhi in Indore, calling it an admission of party's mindset.
District Congress Committee staged a sit-in protest in Khargone against alleged corruption in the installation of Tantya Bhil's statue, demanding a public apology and high-level inquiry.
Families of 16 Indian sailors detained by Iran's IRGC after their oil tanker was intercepted have petitioned Delhi High Court. They seek urgent government action for consular access and safe return.
Two men died and another was critically injured in a violent road rage incident outside a hotel in Tiruvallur. Police have arrested four suspects, including political party functionaries.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee appeals to CJI Surya Kant to protect democracy and prevent investigative agencies from defaming citizens during a court inauguration.