UP's Working Women Hostels to be Ready by 2026
Uttar Pradesh is constructing eight hostels for working women, with most set for completion in 2026. The state has also proposed seven more facilities. Learn about the funding and locations here.
Category : Politics
Lucknow: Power cut for 3,500 smart meter defaulters
Lucknow Central zone to disconnect power from Monday for prepaid meter users with negative balance. Consumers owe Rs 2.5 crore. Pay by Sunday to avoid cut.
Basirhat Municipal Board Dissolved by State Govt
West Bengal's urban development department dissolves Basirhat's municipal board after inquiry finds mismanagement. SDO Jasleen Kaur appointed administrator. Read the full story.
CJI: Supreme Court Judgments Now in 16 Indian Languages
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant announced Supreme Court judgments are being translated into 16 languages to enhance access to justice. He emphasized preserving Hindi heritage at an Etawah event.
SC: Passport renewal allowed if court gives NOC
Supreme Court rules that govt cannot deny passport renewal to an accused if the trial court gives a no-objection certificate. Liberty is the state's first obligation, says bench.
Burdwan TMC protests arrival of 55 bikes from Bihar
Trinamool Congress activists staged a protest at Burdwan railway station after 55 motorcycles arrived from Bihar, addressed to a BJP leader. TMC alleges poll intimidation, while BJP says bikes are for party work. Read the full story.
Man Dies by Suicide Over Voter ID Error in Bengal
Bhaskar Mukherjee, 52, died by suicide in Ausgram, distressed over an uncorrected father's name error in his voter ID. Police probe unnatural death. Read the full story.
Yogi Reviews Security for PM Modi's Lucknow Visit on Dec 25
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath reviewed preparations for PM Modi's visit to inaugurate Rashtra Prerna Sthal on Dec 25. He emphasized security and arrangements for 2 lakh attendees. Read more.
Kanpur: 3 arrested for abducting, robbing passenger in e-auto
Kanpur police, with SWAT, arrested three men for kidnapping and assaulting a passenger in an e-auto near COD bridge, stealing his devices. Case solved within 24 hours. Read the full story.
Kanpur: Farmer Beheaded in Jalaun Village, Case Filed
A 55-year-old farmer was found beheaded in Chhauna village, Jalaun. Police have registered a case based on his wife's complaint. Read the shocking details of the crime.
Toddler dies in open sewage tank near Etawah expressway
A 3-year-old boy drowned in an uncovered toilet tank near the Bundelkhand Expressway toll plaza in Etawah. Officials confirm the tank was left open since construction.
SC Quashes Patna HC Bail for 5 Accused in Armed Assault
Supreme Court cancels bail for five habitual offenders, ruling criminal antecedents are vital in bail decisions. Read the full analysis of the landmark judgment.
Man Threatens Self-Immolation at Lucknow Grievance Meet
A youth in Lucknow threatened self-immolation during a public hearing over a property dispute. Officials intervened, and a spot inspection was ordered. Read the full story.
5,200+ Signboards for Magh Mela 2026 Traffic in Prayagraj
Prayagraj authorities plan 5,200+ signboards & colour-coded routes for Magh Mela 2026 traffic. New system aims to streamline pilgrim movement. Details inside.
Prayagraj Seers Urge UP Govt to Declare City a Holy Pilgrimage Site
Prayagraj scholars demand official 'teerth kshetra' status for the city, seeking a 5-km sacred zone around Sangam. They also call for a ban on meat & alcohol and express concern over Hindu safety in Bangladesh. Read more.
Modi: Congress conspired to make Assam part of East Pakistan
PM Modi launches political attack on Congress at Guwahati rally, linking historical conspiracy to current border anxieties. Read the full story on the fierce electoral battle in Assam.
West Bengal Govt Dissolves Basirhat Municipal Board
West Bengal's urban development department dissolved Basirhat's municipal board due to mismanagement and unresolved public grievances. SDO Jasleen Kaur appointed as administrator. Read the full story.
Chef gets Rs 49.54 lakh compensation for leg loss in truck accident
Panchkula MACT awards Rs 49.54 lakh compensation to chef Heera Singh after a truck accident led to leg amputation. The tribunal held driver, owner & insurer liable.
Punjab Vigilance nabs PUNGRAIN inspector for bribery
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrests PUNGRAIN inspector for accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe in Bathinda. The official was caught red-handed demanding money to clear a payment file. Read the full details of the anti-corruption operation.
Independent Candidate Attacked in Baran, Rajasthan
Independent candidate Naresh Meena attacked in Baran. Vehicle smashed, tension flares. Police detain 8, deploy additional force. Details on the political clash here.
Punjab Police nabs 153 peddlers in major anti-drug op
In a major crackdown, Punjab Police arrested 153 drug peddlers and seized heroin, opium, and cash. The operation marks day 294 of the state's 'Yudh Nashian Virudh' campaign. Read more.
RPSC Teacher Exam Scam: Two Dinesh Kumar Arrested by SOG
Rajasthan Police SOG arrests two candidates for using dummy writers in RPSC Senior Teacher exam. The accused, both named Dinesh Kumar, evaded arrest for nearly two years. Read the full investigation details.
High Voter Turnout in Goa Bypolls, Latambarcem Tops at 88.3%
Bicholim taluka's bypolls saw high voter enthusiasm, with Latambarcem recording 88.3% turnout. CM Pramod Sawant voted in Pale. Read the full details and results here.
Jaishankar: World Order Mirrors India's Coalition Politics
EAM S Jaishankar likens today's multipolar world to India's coalition era, stressing nimble diplomacy. He also highlights the rise of Indians in the global workforce. Read more.
Rajasthan HC Acquits 3 RPF Men in Bribery Case
Rajasthan High Court overturns conviction of 3 RPF personnel, ruling trap operations alone insufficient for bribery conviction. Key legal principles clarified. Read the full analysis.
3 Seriously Injured in Ratlam Car-Truck Crash Amid Heavy Fog
Three men were seriously injured after their car rammed into a truck on Radhanagari Jawra road in Ratlam's Tal area due to poor visibility from dense fog. Read the full details of the early morning accident and rescue.
Indore Police Night Drive: 454 Booked, 155 Warrants Served
Indore police conducted massive night operations, checking 776 suspects and taking legal action against 454. Drive targeted goons, drunk driving, and executed 155 pending warrants. Read details.
Anjuna ZP Seat: High-Stakes Battle for Goa's Lobos
Anjuna Zilla Panchayat constituency votes Saturday in a crucial test for MLA Delilah Lobo and BJP. Key issues: noise pollution, infrastructure, and a multi-cornered fight. Read the full analysis.
South Goa's Multi-Cornered Battles in ZP Polls
South Goa's Zilla Panchayat polls see fierce multi-cornered fights in Raia, Davorlim, Guirdolim & more. Minority vote & defections shape unpredictable contests. Read the full analysis.
Ujjain Villagers Clash Over Water, Block Road for 2 Hours
A long-standing water dispute between two villages in Ujjain escalated, leading to a major road blockade. Police have registered a case against 15 individuals. Read the full story for details on the conflict and official response.
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