Trichy Shaman Booked for Rs 16 Lakh Witchcraft Scam
Trichy police register case against self-styled shaman priest and two associates for cheating woman of Rs 16 lakh by promising to break witchcraft curses and sell land.
Category : Politics
PM Modi Vows to End Mafia Rule in Bengal at Singur Rally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a BJP rally in Singur, promising to free West Bengal from criminal elements and tackle what he called TMC's 'maha jungle raj'.
Iran President: Attack on Khamenei Means War
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declares any aggression against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of war against Iran.
Liquor Scam Accused Made Joint Excise Commissioner
Gajendra Singh, facing ACB probe in liquor scam, appointed as joint excise commissioner after 56 days in jail. Posting raises eyebrows in Jharkhand administration.
Jharkhand BJP Leadership Shift Sparks Speculation
Following Aditya Sahu's appointment as Jharkhand BJP president, party circles are abuzz with speculation about the political futures of four former chief ministers, including Raghubar Das.
Hazaribag Police Arrest 9 Drug Peddlers, Seize Brown Sugar
Barkagaon police arrested nine drug peddlers and seized 67 sachets of brown sugar weighing 13.6 grams in a special operation near Karbala on Sunday. Two suspects fled.
Kirk Murder Suspect Ate Steak Dinner After Shooting: Report
A Utah restaurateur alleges Tyler Robinson, accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk, dined on steak hours after the murder, raising questions about his movements before arrest.
Kejriwal Pledges to End Hooliganism in Gujarat
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal calls for a pledge against hooliganism in Gujarat, alleging increased agency activity before elections. AAP MLA Gopal Italia accuses BJP of obstructing their event.
Gumla Bandh Over Raja Saheb Arrest in Tribal Priest Murder Case
Hundreds of residents in Gumla enforced a bandh in Palkot demanding the release of Raja Saheb Devvrat Nath Shahdeo, arrested for the murder of tribal priest Soma Munda. Protesters claim wrongful implication.
BJP Questions Law & Order as CM Soren in Davos
Opposition BJP raises law and order concerns in Jharkhand while Chief Minister Hemant Soren leads a delegation at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
India's First Micro-Missile System Bhargavastra Unveiled
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a new ammunition facility in Nagpur, highlighting Bhargavastra as India's pioneering micro-missile system to boost defence self-reliance.
Jharkhand Officials Study Kerala's Local Governance Model
A delegation of 27 officials and elected representatives from Jharkhand visits Kerala to learn about decentralized governance, panchayat finance, and participatory planning systems.
Abhishek Banerjee Counters PM Modi in Nadia Rally
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee responds to PM Modi's Singur rally, accusing the Centre of withholding funds and vowing Bengal's resistance. He promises change after 2026 elections.
Trump Invites India to Gaza Peace Board
Former US President Donald Trump has extended an invitation to India to participate in a Gaza peace initiative, according to sources. This move highlights India's growing global diplomatic role.
Three Injured in Kishtwar Gunfight with Jaish Terrorists
Security forces engaged militants in Kishtwar's Sonnar area during Operation Trashi-I. Three personnel sustained injuries in the exchange. Additional troops have been mobilized to reinforce the cordon.
Dhanbad Gears Up for 2026 Municipal Corporation Polls
District officials in Dhanbad are ramping up preparations for the 2026 municipal corporation elections, focusing on transparency and timely execution through systematic planning.
Dumka: Two Held in Judicial Officer's Wife Shooting Case
Police in Dumka detained two suspects linked to the shooting of a judicial officer's wife in Gandhi Gram. The victim was attacked after testifying in a matrimonial dispute case.
Jharkhand BJP Demands Party-Based Civic Polls, EVM Use
Jharkhand BJP demands state government conduct urban local body elections on party lines using EVMs. New president Aditya Sahu leads the call after a key meeting.
Delhi EOW Files Rs 250 Cr Fraud Case Against Builders
Delhi Police's Economic Offences Wing registers fraud case involving over Rs 250 crore against real estate promoters for cheating hundreds of homebuyers in Gurgaon township project.
Fadnavis to Focus on Governance Post Maharashtra Polls
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis plans to shift focus to governance challenges after local body elections end, aiming to restore his tough administrator image and improve transparency in the Mahayuti government.
BJP's BMC Win: Marathi Voters Key, Hindutva Strategy Works
Over 60% of BJP's newly elected BMC corporators are Marathis, showing community support. Party credits Hindutva and outreach to diverse groups for Mumbai victory.
UAE President Sheikh Al Nahyan to Visit India on Monday
UAE President Sheikh Al Nahyan will visit India on Monday for high-level talks focusing on trade, investment, defence, and energy cooperation with Indian leaders.
Police Avert Stampede at Kolkata Kali Temple
Police in north Kolkata successfully managed a large crowd at a Kali temple on Mauni Amavasya, preventing a potential stampede as devotees gathered since morning.
Chandrachud: Bail a Right, But Courts Must Check National Security
Former Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud says bail before conviction should be a right based on presumption of innocence, but courts must examine national security cases thoroughly.
Trump's Greenland Tariff Threat Sparks European Fury
President Trump's threat of tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland military exercises has triggered strong pushback from allies, testing NATO unity and trade relations.
Ministers Review Sivaganga Memorial Projects for Freedom Fighters
Ministers K R Periyakaruppan and M P Saminathan inspected two memorial projects in Sivaganga district, including a Gandhi-Jeevanandam auditorium and a Mudiyarasan statue, to honor Tamil heritage.
Modi Launches Bengal Projects, Flags Off Amrit Bharat Trains
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Central projects worth Rs 830 crore and flagged off three Amrit Bharat trains from Singur. He attacked the TMC government over law and order, urging voters to bring BJP to power in Bengal.
Trump Wants India on Gaza Peace Board
Former US President Donald Trump has formally invited India to join a proposed international board aimed at mediating peace in Gaza, highlighting India's growing diplomatic role.
Seven Soldiers Injured in Kishtwar Encounter
Seven soldiers sustained injuries during an encounter with a Jaish-e-Mohammad terrorist in Kishtwar's Chhatru area. This marks the first such incident in the region in 2026.
IG Says Theni Pilgrim-Lorry Clash Was Traffic Mishap, Not Conflict
South Zone IG Vijayendra S Bidari clarifies a recent altercation between Karnataka pilgrims and a Tamil Nadu lorry driver in Theni was a routine traffic accident, not an inter-state conflict as falsely portrayed on social media.
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