Deepti Waikar Loses Ward 73 Election to Lorna Rawat
Deepti Potnis-Waikar, daughter of Shiv Sena MP Ravindra Waikar, contested and lost the Ward 73 election in Jogeshwari East to Shiv Sena (UBT)'s Lorna Rawat by 3,131 votes.
Category : Politics
Fog Leads to Bus Crash on Expressway, 7 Hurt in Etawah
Seven people sustained injuries after two sleeper buses collided on the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Etawah's Chaubiya area late Thursday night. Dense fog severely reduced visibility, causing the accident.
Kurukshetra Police Arrest Man, Seize 2.11 Kg Opium
Kurukshetra police arrested Sukhdev Singh from Punjab and recovered 2.11 kg of opium. The canter driver was intercepted based on a tip-off about his interstate smuggling activities.
Trump's Greenland Plan Splits NATO, Kremlin Gains Edge
Donald Trump's push to control Greenland divides NATO allies, with Russia poised to benefit from the Arctic crisis without military action, as Moscow calls the situation extraordinary.
India Clears 114 Rafale Jets Deal, Mega Boost for Air Force
The Defence Procurement Board approves acquisition of 114 Rafale fighter jets from France, marking first step toward India's largest-ever defence deal valued at Rs 3.25 lakh crore.
PCMC Polls: Behl's 7th Win, New Faces Emerge
The PCMC elections saw surprising defeats for established leaders and victories for first-timers. NCP's Yogesh Behl secured a record seventh consecutive win, while several big names faced unexpected losses.
Trump Thanks Iran for Halting Executions Amid Tensions
Donald Trump expressed gratitude to Iran for canceling scheduled executions of political prisoners. The White House warned of grave consequences if killings continued, while US allies urged against military action.
Putin Supports Iran, Slams Foreign Interference in Protests
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed strong support for Iran's government during a phone call, dismissing protests as foreign-backed and praising leadership.
SC Questions Telangana's Motive in Phone-Tapping Case
Supreme Court asks Telangana govt if it wants to keep ex-SIB chief T Prabhakar Rao in jail until he breaks down, extends his interim bail in phone-tapping case.
Trump Accepts Nobel Prize, Institute Says It Can't Be Transferred
Former US President Donald Trump accepted a Nobel Peace Prize from Venezuelan politician María Corina Machado, but the Nobel Institute clarified the award cannot be transferred to another person.
Ballia Man Arrested for Rape, Blackmail in Varanasi
A 40-year-old relative has been arrested in Ballia for allegedly raping a woman in Varanasi by threatening to implicate her family in a false case and uploading an obscene video online.
India-Japan Strategic Dialogue: AI, Minerals Focus
India and Japan agreed to enhance cooperation in artificial intelligence and critical minerals during their 18th strategic dialogue in New Delhi, while also discussing regional issues and economic security.
Varanasi Flower Market Revamp: 62 Vendors Seek Legal Contracts
Varanasi's Kisan Phool Mandi undergoes transformation as 62 vendors apply for legal contracts after municipal action against illegal occupants. Corporation aims for direct vendor agreements to eliminate middlemen.
Missing Ballia Youth Found Dead in Well, Family Alleges Murder
The body of 22-year-old Surendra Chauhan was discovered in a well near a temple in Bansdih town, Ballia district. His family claims murder and criticizes police inaction after he went missing four days earlier.
Kanpur Drive to Enroll Disabled Voters in Electoral List
Kanpur administration initiates a special campaign to identify and register disabled voters. The drive uses UIDID data and sets key dates for enrollment.
Sonbhadra Police Arrests 3 in Fuel Black Market Raids
Sonbhadra Police arrested three individuals for diesel and petrol black marketing in Varanasi. Raids in Chopan and Anpara areas seized hundreds of litres of illegal fuel and equipment.
Bengaluru Civic Polls Deadline Brings Hope for Urban Reforms
Resident welfare groups in Bengaluru welcome Supreme Court's June 30 deadline for civic polls, hoping it will accelerate infrastructure fixes and improve local governance.
Kanpur: Jewellery Theft Accused Escapes Police Station
A man arrested for stealing from Balaji Jewellers made a daring escape from Gujaini police station in Kanpur. He pushed a home guard and fled while being taken to the bathroom.
Kerala Corpse Handlers: Unsung Heroes of Last Rites
In Kerala, corpse handlers perform the vital task of preparing bodies for final rites, facing social stigma and health risks with quiet dignity.
Karnataka's New Law Targets 'Honour' Crimes, Upholds Liberty
Karnataka proposes a new law to combat 'honour' crimes with targeted enforcement, aiming to assert personal liberty and prevent such violence effectively.
SC Split Verdict Extends Impasse on Corruption Probes
A split Supreme Court verdict leaves the issue of prior sanction for probing officials unresolved, diluting anti-corruption laws and prolonging legal uncertainty.
Birla: Transparency, Inclusivity Key to Democratic Strength
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized that democratic institutions thrive when they are transparent, inclusive, and accountable to citizens, speaking at a Commonwealth conference in New Delhi.
HC Stops SFI's Unauthorized Memorial Inauguration at College
Kerala High Court stays inauguration of SFI-built martyr memorial at Govt Law College, Thiruvananthapuram, citing lack of permissions. Court issues strict directives to officials.
BNP Pushes Citizen-Led Area Sabhas in Bengaluru Polls
Bengaluru NavaNirmana Party announces Mission 50 campaign for GBA polls, focusing on decentralized governance and professional candidates to tackle civic issues.
AAP: Bittu Exposed Badals' Role in Punjab Drug Crisis
AAP's Baltej Pannu claims BJP leader Ravneet Singh Bittu's remarks reveal the Badals' responsibility for drugs and gangsterism in Punjab, questioning BJP's alliance stance.
BJP Wins Big in Mira-Bhayander, Shiv Sena Loses Ground
The BJP has won 78 out of 95 seats in the Mira-Bhayander Municipal Corporation elections, marking a significant gain. Shiv Sena managed only three seats, while Congress secured 13.
Pednekar Wins Mumbai Ward 199 for Shiv Sena (UBT)
Former mayor Kishori Pednekar secures victory in Mumbai's Ward 199 for Shiv Sena (UBT), winning by 1,689 votes in a closely fought election against a local Shiv Sena candidate.
Sankranti Cockfights Become Gambling Spectacles in AP
Traditional Sankranti cockfights in Andhra Pradesh transformed into large-scale gambling events with rampant betting and animal cruelty, openly defying high court orders.
India in Talks with US on Chabahar Port Sanctions Waiver
India remains in contact with the US to implement a sanctions waiver for the Chabahar port, valid until April 2026, despite recent US tariffs on Iran trade.
Punjab Speaker Slams Centre's Medical College Accreditation Move
Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan criticizes the Central government's decision to cancel MBBS accreditation of a Jammu and Kashmir medical college, calling it unjust and politically motivated.
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