Malda Woman Dies by Suicide Over Voter ID Fears
A 36-year-old woman from Malda's Rajbanshi community died by suicide after consuming poison, fearing exclusion from voter rolls under the SIR process due to lack of parental documents.
Category : Politics
Gurgaon Murder Solved: Bike Taxi Driver Arrested for Killing Friend
Gurgaon police cracked a three-week-old murder case, arresting a bike taxi driver who strangled and slit his friend's throat over a Rs 15,000 dispute and a failed Rs 1 lakh loan promise.
Ghaziabad Cleaner Found Dead Under Lift, Family Alleges Murder
A 24-year-old cleaner's body was discovered trapped under a goods lift at a Ghaziabad banquet hall. Police suspect an accident, but family members allege foul play and murder.
Trump Buys Netflix, Warner Bros Bonds Worth Millions
US President Donald Trump acquired corporate bonds from Netflix and Warner Bros Discovery valued up to $1 million each shortly after their merger deal, according to a White House financial disclosure.
US Envoy in Kolkata Stresses Eastern India's Trade Importance
US Consul General Kathy Giles-Diaz emphasized eastern and northeastern India's growing significance in global trade during a Kolkata event, discussing US-India cooperation and infrastructure development.
Congress Gains in Maharashtra Civic Polls, Slams BJP
Congress claims mayoral posts in four cities, 350 corporators statewide, and power-sharing roles in 10 civic bodies while alleging BJP used money and bogus voting to manipulate results, especially in Mumbai.
Singur Migrant Labourer Killed in UP, Family Alleges Attack
Saidullah Sheikh, a 38-year-old migrant worker from Singur, was allegedly attacked and killed in Uttar Pradesh on January 13. His family demands a thorough investigation into the incident.
Thackerays Retain Marathi Bastion in Mumbai Elections
Uddhav and Raj Thackeray's alliance secured most seats in South and Central Mumbai's Marathi-dominated areas, limiting Mahayuti gains to just a few wins in key battles.
BJP's Urban Sweep in Maharashtra Civic Polls
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance secures major wins in Maharashtra's urban civic body elections, consolidating power across Nashik, Solapur, and Pune regions.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill: Will Enforcement Gap Derail It?
Karnataka's proposed hate speech legislation confronts India's enforcement gap. Existing criminal laws target individual perpetrators, but systemic challenges persist.
ISLAM Breaks Congress Hold in Malegaon, Falls Short of Majority
The newly formed ISLAM party won 35 seats in Malegaon's municipal corporation, ending Congress dominance but missing a clear majority. AIMIM surged to second place with 21 seats.
Rs 1.5 Crore Jewellery Stolen from Lucknow Bank Locker
A woman in Lucknow discovered jewellery worth Rs 1.5 crore missing from her bank locker. Police have registered an FIR against unknown bank employees and are investigating possible internal theft.
Noida to Replace 2,500 Electricity Poles, Add Feeders for Summer
Noida's power department will replace over 2,500 dilapidated electricity poles and construct new feeders at Thaira substation to improve supply ahead of summer peak demand.
Trump Hints at Leaving NATO Over Greenland Security Concerns
US President Donald Trump suggests the United States might withdraw from NATO if the alliance fails to support American strategic goals regarding Greenland, citing national security risks.
Lucknow MLA Proposes Model Capital Monitoring Framework
Sarojininagar MLA Rajeshwar Singh writes to CM Yogi Adityanath, urging high-level coordination to make Lucknow a model capital city with improved infrastructure and governance.
ED Finds Crores in Cash in Odisha Almirah During Raids
Enforcement Directorate raids in Ganjam, Odisha, recover Rs 2.5 crore cash from an almirah linked to illegal sand and black stone mining operations involving criminal elements.
Mohali Police Demolishes Drug Smuggler's Illegal Property
Police in Mohali demolished an illegally constructed property linked to drug smuggler Sanjay Shah in Barhmajra's Gorakhnath Colony as part of the 'Yudh Nasheyan Virudh' campaign.
Yogi Govt Suspends Noida Excise Officer for Overcharging
The Yogi Adityanath government suspended Gautam Budh Nagar's district excise officer Subodh Kumar after repeated complaints of overcharging at liquor shops. Officials confirmed negligence in handling the issue.
Mahayuti Wins Kolhapur Civic Polls, Congress Loses Bastion
The Mahayuti alliance captured Kolhapur Municipal Corporation with 45 seats, breaking Congress's stronghold. Congress emerged as single largest party with 34 seats but missed majority mark of 41.
Khargone Man Kills Wife, Infant Son Dies in Violence
A domestic dispute over suspected infidelity in Khargone turned fatal as a man killed his wife and their six-month-old son suffocated. Police arrested the husband who confessed to the brutal assault.
Noida College Officials Suspended Over Harassment Claims
A private engineering college in Greater Noida suspended its principal and a professor after a BPharma student accused them of sexual harassment and assaulting a classmate who intervened.
BJP Wins 195 Seats in North Maharashtra Civic Polls
BJP emerged as the single largest party in North Maharashtra civic elections, securing 195 seats across five corporations. Shiv Sena followed with 81 seats, while opposition parties struggled.
Singur Land Debate Reignites as PM Modi Rally Nears
Two decades after anti-land acquisition protests, Singur sees renewed debate over land use and consent as PM Modi plans a rally, with farmers split and political tensions rising.
PM Modi to Launch Vande Bharat Sleeper Train in Malda
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train in Malda, connecting Howrah and Kamakhya, along with Amrit Bharat Express trains, and address a public rally.
Jailed Shiv Sena Leader Lalit Kolhe Wins Jalgaon Election
Shiv Sena's Lalit Kolhe, in judicial custody for a fake call centre case, gets elected from Jalgaon Ward 11(D). His son and mother also win their wards with huge margins.
Trump Offers to Mediate Egypt-Ethiopia Nile Dispute
US President Donald Trump has offered to mediate the Nile River water dispute between Egypt and Ethiopia, calling for fair negotiations and warning against military conflict.
65 Candidates Elected Unopposed in Maharashtra Civic Polls
State Election Commission declares 65 candidates elected unopposed in Maharashtra civic polls after verifying no discrepancies. BJP wins 43 seats, Shiv Sena 18, NCP 2, and Independents 2.
Shopkeeper Acquitted in 16-Year Fake Bajaj Cooker Case
A Ghaziabad court acquitted a shopkeeper accused of selling counterfeit Bajaj pressure cookers after the prosecution failed to produce any witnesses or evidence in 16 years.
Shared Power Networks Debate: Competition vs Household Tariff Fears
A key meeting in Lucknow discussed amendments to the Electricity Act, focusing on shared distribution networks. While officials see competition benefits, consumer groups warn of rising household tariffs.
BJP Wins Big in Pune & Pimpri Chinchwad Civic Polls
BJP clinches clear majorities in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal corporations, defeating the NCP alliance. The results mark a significant shift in local political dynamics.
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