Bijnor Man Gets Life Term for Killing Lover's Son
A Bijnor court has sentenced a 35-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering his lover's 10-year-old son in 2023. The boy discovered their relationship and was strangled to death.
Category : Politics
Congress Slams BJP Over MGNREGA Changes, 14 Crore Families Hit
District Minister Shivanand Patil accused the central government of altering MGNREGA, harming 14 crore poor families. He spoke at a Congress protest in Haveri demanding scheme restoration.
ED Exposes Sand Mining Scam Using Poor Vendors as Fronts
Enforcement Directorate uncovers illegal sand mining syndicate in Odisha's Ganjam district. Mafia used betel leaf shopkeepers and vegetable vendors as fronts to obtain licenses for massive unauthorized operations.
Man Jailed for Posing as Cop to Extort Money in Guwahati
A tout in Guwahati has been arrested and sent to jail for demanding money from people by falsely claiming to be a police officer. The incident highlights ongoing efforts to curb such fraudulent activities in the city.
NWKRTC Faces Backlash for Tobacco Ads on Buses
The North Western Karnataka Road Transport Corporation draws public ire for displaying tobacco-linked advertisements on city buses, contradicting its own fines for tobacco use under COTPA.
Goa's Sattari Libraries Upgraded with Digital Infrastructure
North Goa's Sattari taluka sees renovation and construction of seven village libraries under a PPP project, creating modern learning spaces for children and adolescents with digital facilities.
MCD Tax Collection Jumps 45% with Amnesty Scheme
Delhi's Municipal Corporation reports a 45% increase in property tax revenue, reaching Rs 2,700 crore. The SUNIYO amnesty scheme attracted 1.7 lakh taxpayers, boosting collections significantly.
US-Europe Tensions: History of Diplomatic Crises
Explore key moments when the US and Europe clashed, from the 1956 Suez Crisis to recent trade threats, revealing deep trans-Atlantic rifts.
Chinese Envoy Meets Bangladesh NSA in Dhaka
Chinese Ambassador Yao Wen met Bangladesh's National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka to discuss bilateral ties and regional security issues.
Nepal Congress Faction Moves Top Court Against Rival
The Deuba-led faction of Nepal Congress has filed a petition in the Supreme Court challenging the Election Commission's recognition of the rival Thapa group.
Army Major Dies in Car Plunge into Gorge Near Dehradun
Major Shubham Saini, 27, lost his life when his car fell into a 70ft-deep gorge in Chakrata. The incident occurred on Saturday morning while he was returning to his cantonment.
Bihar Bans E-Rickshaws on Highways Over Safety Concerns
The Bihar government has prohibited e-rickshaws from operating on national and state highways, citing safety hazards. The ban impacts thousands of drivers and commuters, sparking criticism from operators.
CBI Arrests Convicted Corruption Accused in Guwahati
The Central Bureau of Investigation has arrested Tamanna Chakma, convicted in a 14-year-old corruption case, from Guwahati after she remained absconding for over ten years.
Meghalaya Aims for Fish Farming Self-Sufficiency
Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma announces state initiatives to boost fish production through large-scale farming, aiming to meet local demand and enable exports.
Shillong Forest Raids: Timber, Trucks Seized in Crackdown
Forest officials in Meghalaya's West Garo Hills district conducted coordinated raids against illegal mining and timber smuggling, seizing equipment and vehicles.
Gaurav Gogoi Slams BJP, Promises Congress Revival in Assam
Congress state president Gaurav Gogoi accuses BJP of creating social divisions and vows to rebuild Assam with pro-poor policies if elected to power.
CBI Arrests Convicted Corruption Fugitive in Guwahati
The CBI has arrested Tamanna Chakma, convicted in a 14-year-old corruption case, from Guwahati after she remained absconding for over a decade following the trial.
Mizoram: 85% Myanmar Refugees Biometrically Enrolled
Mizoram officials report 85% biometric enrollment for Myanmar refugees, while Bangladesh refugee enrollment remains low at 13%. District progress varies significantly.
Delhi Approves Rs 1,487 Crore for Road Sweepers, Litter Pickers
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi receives government approval for phased funding to purchase 70 compact mechanical road sweepers and 1,000 battery-operated litter picker machines ahead of next winter.
Cavelossim Rejects Coastal Plan, Opposes Betul Port
Cavelossim gram sabha unanimously rejected the 2019 draft Coastal Zone Management Plan, strongly objecting to a proposed port in Betul village that threatens livelihoods and environment.
Assam's Historic WEF Debut: CM Sarma to Pitch Investment
Assam will participate in the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos for the first time. CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will present the state's investment potential to global leaders.
BJD Suspends MLA Arvind Mohapatra for Anti-Party Activities
BJD clarifies suspension of Patkura MLA Arvind Mohapatra, accusing him of conspiring against party's Kendrapada MP candidate and running a parallel unit.
Modi Launches Kaziranga Corridor & Trains in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaziranga Elevated Corridor project and flagged off two Amrit Bharat Express trains during his Assam visit, emphasizing wildlife protection and regional connectivity.
BJP Leader Held in Silchar Cough Syrup Racket Bust
Police in Silchar seized 1,200 bottles of banned cough syrup and arrested a BJP functionary, uncovering a trafficking network allegedly targeting Bangladesh.
Manipur Gang-Rape Victim Dies, Tribal Groups Demand Justice
A 20-year-old Kuki-Zo woman who survived a brutal gang-rape during Manipur's 2023 ethnic clashes has died. Tribal organizations held a vigil, alleging she was denied justice while alive.
Wife, Lover Arrested for Husband's Murder in UP
A woman and her lover were arrested for allegedly abducting her husband from Delhi, killing him, and dumping his body in Bulandshahr. Police revealed the murder plot after the victim's body was found in an empty plot.
Congress Accuses BJP of Voter Deletion Fraud in Goa
Congress alleges BJP booth agents filed hundreds of fraudulent voter deletion forms in Goa, violating Election Commission rules and potentially disenfranchising citizens ahead of elections.
Karnataka Special Session on MGNREGA Name Change
Karnataka legislative council chief whip Saleem Ahmad announces a week-long special session starting Jan 22 to discuss MGNREGA scheme changes, urging opposition cooperation.
PM Modi Attacks Congress on Infiltration in Assam
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accuses Congress of protecting infiltrators for votes, warns of threats to Assam's identity and security during Kalibor rally.
Three Killed in Haridwar-Laksar Highway Crash
A head-on collision between a car and an electric tri-wheeler on the Haridwar-Laksar highway claimed three lives and injured four others on Sunday morning. Police cite overspeeding as the primary cause.
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