In a significant development, 51 Maoist cadres, including senior leaders and armed operatives, surrendered in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region. The surrender signals a weakening insurgent network in its strongholds of Bijapur and Sukma.
The DMK and its alliance partners in Tamil Nadu have announced a large-scale protest against the Union Budget on February 12, with Congress state chief K Selvaperunthagai confirming participation.
The 16-year-old stepbrother of Anna Kepner has been arrested and charged in connection with her death aboard a Carnival Cruise ship. The Florida teen was found dead in November, with her death ruled a homicide by mechanical asphyxia.
Sanjay Gaud, 40, was arrested by Samta Nagar police for sexually assaulting a female dog in Kandivli East. A social worker witnessed the incident and rescued the injured animal, which received treatment at Parel hospital.
Kurar police in Mumbai arrested four Bangladeshi nationals from Malad for illegally residing in India. The individuals, including a poultry shop owner and laborers, were caught after a tip-off and will be deported back to Bangladesh.
Former Ireland President Mary Robinson, at a documentary screening in Ahmedabad, criticized the male-dominated system and misogyny for hindering women's leadership roles globally.
BJP leader Nitin Nabin has officially launched the party's election campaign in Kerala, setting an ambitious target of 30 seats. The campaign will focus on the Sabarimala temple gold heist and a development agenda under the 'Vikasit Keralam' tagline.
Key updates from Bhubaneswar include a Maoist surrender, concerning conditions in government schools, and bomb threat alerts. Stay informed on civic, traffic, and political developments.
The Supreme Court has ruled that bail can be cancelled or annulled if granted without proper consideration of the offence's gravity. The court directed the prime accused in a Prayagraj murder case to surrender within two weeks.
A Mumbai sessions court has directed police to register an FIR against Allahabad Bank for allegedly refusing to return original property title deeds after loan repayment, citing potential criminal breach of trust.
A Mumbai special court dismissed two applications by fugitive Mehul Choksi seeking to direct the ED to recover trade receivables and revalue seized assets, citing legal overreach and trial delay tactics.
NASA released stunning footage from the International Space Station showing auroras flaring across Earth's atmosphere, revealing a thin orange airglow layer beneath. The display coincides with increased solar activity.
Delhi High Court rules widowed daughter-in-law can claim maintenance from deceased father-in-law's coparcenary property, clarifying Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act provisions.
Railway users in Coimbatore district have renewed demands to extend the Coimbatore-Bengaluru Uday Double Decker Express to Pollachi, citing underutilized infrastructure and growing travel needs for work, education, and healthcare.
In a startling revelation, Chandigarh has over 200,000 vehicles operating without valid insurance, as disclosed in Parliament. This poses significant risks to road safety and legal compliance.
Panchkula Municipal Corporation Commissioner inspected the waste processing facility to ensure compliance ahead of the Swachh Survekshan 2024, focusing on operational efficiency and cleanliness standards.
A power company in Chandigarh has introduced a new digital payment module, enabling consumers to pay bills online with enhanced security and convenience.
A new loan scheme has been introduced in Panchkula to provide financial support to widows, aiming to enhance their economic independence and social welfare.
The Chandigarh Cow Welfare Committee conducted a review of facilities at the Maloya Gaushala, focusing on health, shelter, and management improvements for cattle welfare.
A police officer died and 13 people were injured after a swing fell and a gate collapsed at the Surajkund Mela in Faridabad, Haryana, raising safety concerns.
A new height gauge has been installed on the Rehod-Barwala road in Chandigarh to prevent accidents caused by overheight vehicles, enhancing road safety and infrastructure.
Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan alleges former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy sent 1 lakh adulterated Tirupati laddus to the Ram temple inauguration in Ayodhya, sparking a political and religious controversy.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has mandated an eight-point safety protocol for all excavation sites following a biker's death in Janakpuri. Departments must submit site lists within three days.
President Trump announced federal authorities are nearing identification of a suspect in the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC anchor Savannah Guthrie, with strong clues emerging.
Ukrainian President Zelensky reveals the Trump administration is pushing for a Russia-Ukraine peace deal by early summer, with June as a key deadline amid ongoing negotiations.
The Central Government has not officially confirmed putting Bengaluru's Namma Metro fare increase on hold. Deputy Chief Minister will discuss with BMRCL on Monday amid warnings that blocking the hike could create financial complications.
The Karnataka government has eliminated the mandatory land conversion requirement within the Greater Bengaluru Area, providing relief to thousands of property owners by enabling 'B' khata to 'A' khata transitions under master plan provisions.
President Trump signed an executive order removing punitive tariffs on Indian imports, ending a trade standoff. The deal includes India halting Russian oil imports and boosting US purchases.
Senior Maoist leader Prabhakar, carrying a Rs 25 lakh bounty, was among seven insurgents killed in a Gadchiroli police operation after a planned surrender in 2025 failed. The veteran had evaded capture for decades.
The Enforcement Directorate has filed a chargesheet alleging former principal Sandip Ghosh of R G Kar Medical College siphoned Rs 6.9 crore through contractor collusion, with funds untraceably diverted via bearer cheques and cash withdrawals.