A Canadian portal cites a confidential RCMP report to allege Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate worked for Indian govt, echoing past unproven Trudeau charges. The article emerges amid trade missions.
As Maharashtra gears up for civic polls, we revisit the 2017 Thane Municipal Corporation elections. This analysis explores the key outcomes and political dynamics that shaped the contest.
A look back at the 2016 Maharashtra municipal corporation elections, focusing on outcomes in 29 seats across Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan-Dombivli, and Nashik.
In the BMC elections, divisive identity politics and short-term promises took center stage, sidelining critical issues like potholed roads, waste management, and public transport that Mumbai urgently needs to address.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's first official visit to India yielded 27 outcomes, focusing on trade, technology, defense, and green energy cooperation amid global turbulence.
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw discontinues bandhgala for IR employees, calling it colonial. Critics argue this misses the point of what makes something truly Indian.
Sergio Gor's appointment as US Ambassador to India brings hope for resetting strained ties. Trade tariffs and energy policies with Russia have created friction. Gor's direct access to Trump could facilitate crucial deals.
Haryana government employees in Faridabad protested forced sterilisation orders in 1986, burning effigies and planning stronger agitation. Meanwhile, South Yemen faced coup violence, General Cariappa became field marshal, and CPI-M disciplined members.
Explore significant events that occurred on January 15, including the Democratic Party's donkey symbol, the devastating Bihar-Nepal earthquake, and Narendra Hirwani's cricket record.
The Lokpal dismissed allegations of disproportionate assets against BJP MP Nishikant Dubey, calling them frivolous. It criticized complainant Amitabh Thakur for whataboutery and upheld Dubey's defense.
The 2017 Ulhasnagar Municipal Corporation election saw intense political competition, with key parties vying for control. This article revisits the outcomes and their impact on Maharashtra's civic landscape.
Peoples Conference president Sajad Lone becomes the first Kashmiri leader to openly advocate for administrative separation, citing developmental issues and political tensions.
Mumbai holds crucial BMC elections with 1,700 candidates contesting 227 seats. Polling starts at 7:30 AM, ends at 5:30 PM. Results on January 16 will decide control of India's richest municipality.
Abdul Naeem's dream school in Betul district was partially demolished after rumors falsely labeled it an unauthorized madrasa. He had invested Rs 20 lakh and followed procedures.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court dismissed a mining company's petition, upholding the NGT's suspension of environmental clearance and emphasizing the duty to safeguard forests.
Mumbai's civic election faces a cash-for-votes scandal with allegations against major parties, FIRs filed, and Rs 10 lakh seized. Voters express disillusionment as political leaders trade accusations.
West Bengal government allocates Rs 344.2 crore for Mahakal Mahatirtha temple in Siliguri, the highest temple allocation in state. CM Mamata Banerjee to lay foundation stone on January 16.
Civic elections in Chandrapur, Amravati, and Akola are underway, with intense campaigning and rebel candidates challenging party strategies. Voters will decide amid multi-cornered contests and internal party divisions.
A 46-year-old man in Nagpur was arrested for allegedly stabbing his eight-year-old daughter to death while she slept. The attack followed a prolonged custody battle with his estranged wife, police said.
A notorious cattle smuggler was injured in a police encounter in Ghazipur district. Police recovered weapons, ammunition, a vehicle, and 15 cattle heads during the operation.
The Telangana government has finalized reservations for municipal chairpersons, corporation mayors, and ward members, paving the way for upcoming local body elections in the state.
Maharashtra votes today for 29 municipal corporations including BMC. Polling runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm with results on January 16. Key battles in Mumbai, Pune, and other cities.
The 2017 Mira Bhayandar Municipal Corporation elections saw a significant political shift. This article revisits the key outcomes and their impact on local governance.
Mumbai votes today in the BMC elections 2026, with over 28,000 police personnel deployed. Polling runs from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm across 227 wards, including 114 seats reserved for women.
The 2017 elections for the Akola Municipal Corporation saw intense political competition, shaping local governance in Maharashtra. This article revisits the key events and outcomes from that period.
A look back at the 2017 Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation elections, highlighting key outcomes, political shifts, and their implications for Maharashtra's local governance.
Nagpur police have made comprehensive security arrangements for Thursday's polling, deploying 5,500 personnel across 3,000+ booths. Key measures include 140 sector teams, 15 striking forces, and rapid response vehicles.
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.
Sonbhadra SP Abhishek Verma takes immediate action, transferring four police station in-charges to lines for serious negligence in duty, warning against laxity.
Nagpur residents bypass the three-day liquor ban by rushing to shops just outside city limits. Police plan raids and checkpoints to prevent influx.