Govt seeks urgent report on Civil Service Boards from states
The Centre has asked all states for an urgent status report on forming Civil Services Boards, mandated by SC in 2013 to ensure stable postings. An RTI by an IFS officer triggered the move.
Category : Politics
Pawan Kalyan warns YSRCP over threatening police statements
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan condemns YSRCP leaders' threatening statements against police, calling them a threat to democracy. He vows to strengthen Jana Sena from grassroots.
SIT Formed for Missing Guru Granth Sahib Saroops, SGPC Protests
Punjab govt's SIT to probe 328 missing Guru Granth Sahib saroops faces strong opposition from SGPC, which calls it interference in religious affairs. Details inside.
Patna Police Arrests Notorious Criminal Rohit Kumar in Firing Case
Patna Police arrested top 10 criminal Rohit Kumar for a Dec 20 firing in Maner. Another accused was held earlier with a pistol and ammunition. Read the full details of the police operation.
Odisha suspends officials for illegal sand mining role
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
Minor's Wrong-Side Driving on Kolhapur Bridge Kills 1
A 17-year-old driving his uncle's SUV on the wrong side of Uchgaon bridge in Kolhapur hit a bike, killing the rider. The boy's uncle has been arrested under multiple sections of BNS 2023 and MV Act.
Congress to Protest MNREGA Changes, Aravalli Mining
Congress leaders Sachin Pilot and DK Shivakumar slam Centre's MNREGA funding cut from 90:10 to 60:40, calling it 'death of the scheme'. Party announces Delhi meet on Dec 27 and Jaipur march on Dec 26 over Aravalli deforestation.
Life Term for Two in 2017 Bhojpur Double Murder
Ara court sentences Ritesh Kumar and Vijay Pandey to life imprisonment for the 2017 murders of Gita Devi and her son Ashutosh. A fine of Rs 5,000 was also imposed. Read the full details.
SC Orders Probe into Uttarakhand Forest Land Grab
Supreme Court expresses shock over alleged grabbing of 2,866 acres of Uttarakhand forest land, orders state govt probe and halts all construction. Details inside.
Hazaribag man dies by suicide over brother's murder case
A 27-year-old man in Hazaribag died by suicide, allegedly distressed over the delayed justice for his brother's 2003 murder. Family alleges a watered-down chargesheet. Police promise probe.
Property feud leads to staged hit-and-run murder in Odisha
A man and his two sons in Odisha's Jajpur district arrested for allegedly murdering his 75-year-old mother in a staged accident over a property dispute. Police reveal chilling details.
Boiling Oil Attack on Woman in Giridih After She Resists Molestation
In a shocking incident in Giridih, two men allegedly poured boiling oil on a woman after she resisted their molestation bid. One arrested, another on the run. Read the full story.
Odisha's Urban Expansion: New NACs & Municipalities Notified
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Jeweller in Daltonganj gets Rs 1 crore extortion call
A Daltonganj jeweller received a WhatsApp voicemail demanding Rs 1 crore from gangster Prince Khan. Police have registered a case under organised crime and BNS sections. Read the full details.
Odisha to Develop Defence Ecosystem, Secures Massive Investment
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi unveils plans for a defence manufacturing hub focusing on MSMEs & startups. Hyderabad roadshow yields Rs 66,781 crore commitments, creating 56,340 jobs. Read more.
China Rebukes US Over Seized Venezuelan Oil Tanker
China accuses the US of violating international law by seizing a tanker carrying Venezuelan crude. The incident sparks a major diplomatic clash over maritime sovereignty and trade.
Ex-Punjab IG Shoots Self After Losing Rs 8.1 Cr in Scam
Former Punjab IG Amar Singh Chahal fights for life after a self-inflicted gunshot. A 12-page note reveals he was cheated of Rs 8.1 crore in a sophisticated online investment fraud. Read the shocking details.
Fatal Car-Truck Crash in West Singhbhum Due to Fog
Two dead, one injured after a car collides with a speeding truck on Chaibasa-Seraikela road in dense fog. Truck driver flees scene. Read the full report.
Chatra bans soaps, shampoos at Balbal hot spring
Chatra district administration prohibits soaps and detergents at Balbal hot spring to prevent environmental damage. The sacred site, known for its therapeutic sulphur waters, sees a surge during the annual cattle fair.
Dumka raid for banned cough syrup yields nothing
A surprise raid in Dumka to seize banned cough syrup bottles failed as the stock was missing. Police suspect a tip-off. Read about the investigation and the absconding tenant.
Karnataka May Shift Monsoon Session to Belagavi
Karnataka government is considering hosting the monsoon legislative session in Belagavi to address agrarian issues and boost the local economy, a move that could cost Rs 90 crore. Read more.
SAD's Sukhbir Badal: Congress, AAP lack legitimacy to rule Punjab
SAD president Sukhbir Singh Badal accuses previous Congress and current AAP govts of ruining Punjab's finances and criticizes the Viksit Bharat scheme. He also comments on the Nagar Kirtan issue in New Zealand. Read the full report.
Amritsar: Student Shot in Leg During School Group Clash
A student was shot in Amritsar after a clash between Class XI and XII students escalated. Police are investigating the incident, which was captured on CCTV. Read the full details.
No-Fly Zone in Jamshedpur for President Murmu's Visit
Jamshedpur imposes a drone and aerial activity ban on Dec 28-29 for President Droupadi Murmu's visit, which includes a seminar on Ol Chiki script and an NIT convocation. Get all the details here.
BJP Alleges Health Minister Violated Service Rules
Jharkhand BJP accuses Health Minister Irfan Ansari of offering jobs for money, citing BNS misuse of office. Minister calls it internal matter. Details on the Rs 7,427 crore budget controversy inside.
NZ Census: 'No Religion' Majority, Christian Numbers Decline
New Zealand's 2023 census reveals over 50% have 'No Religion' as Christian denominations decline. This follows a protest by a Pentecostal pastor against a Sikh Nagar Kirtan, drawing criticism from MPs. Sikh & Hindu populations grow.
Uttarakhand HC stays transfer, cites violation of 2017 Act
Uttarakhand High Court halts the transfer of a forest officer, ruling it violated the state's transfer act. The officer had not completed his minimum tenure. Read the full details.
HC Stays Dismissal of Tax Officer in Rs 93 Lakh Fraud Case
Uttarakhand High Court stays dismissal of Assistant Commissioner Meenakshi Tyagi, accused in fraudulent tax refund case. Next hearing on March 30, 2026. Read the full story.
26-Year-Old Killed in Hussainabad Road Accident Due to Fog
A young man died in a head-on collision with a school bus in Hussainabad, Daltonganj. Police cite dense fog as the cause. Read the full report on the tragic incident and its aftermath.
Jamshedpur Voters: Verify 2003 SIR Data by Dec 25
East Singhbhum DC urges voters in three constituencies to verify names against 2003 SIR data. Submit details to BLOs by Dec 25 via website or toll-free numbers. Ensure your vote counts!
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