Hari Shankar Verma Takes Over as Railway Board Member
Hari Shankar Verma, a 1987 batch IRTS officer, assumes the role of Member (Operations & Business Development) on the Railway Board and ex-officio secretary to the central government.
Category : Politics
RTI Rejects Son-in-law's Request for Father-in-law's Financial Info
The State Information Commission denied a man's RTI request for his father-in-law's financial details, citing privacy concerns. The man sought the information for a dowry-related divorce case in Lucknow.
Bombay HC May Attach Assets in Panaji Fire Case
The Bombay High Court has warned it may attach and auction assets of officials and others responsible for the Birch by Romeo Lane fire in Panaji, which killed 25 labourers, to compensate victims' families.
Bihar Budget 2026-27: Winners and Losers in Rs 3.48L Cr Plan
Bihar's Rs 3.48 lakh crore budget for 2026-27 focuses on free electricity, women's employment, and rural development, with education receiving the largest share. Key allocations and cuts analyzed.
Ex-Husband, Wife Arrested for Mumbai Woman's Murder in Gorakhpur
Uttar Pradesh police arrest former husband Vijay Kumar Sahni and his wife Sandhya for murdering Priya Shetty in Gorakhpur, uncovering a conspiracy stemming from financial struggles and marital discord.
SC Rejects ED Plea Against Ex-VVCMC Commissioner's Bail
The Supreme Court dismissed ED's petition challenging bail for former Vasai-Virar municipal commissioner Anil Pawar in a money laundering case linked to illegal construction.
Vision 2031 International Conference in Thiruvananthapuram
Thiruvananthapuram hosts Vision 2031 international conference from Feb 15-17, featuring Nobel laureate Amartya Sen, with technical sessions across nine venues.
Indore Fraudster Arrested, 38 Cars Seized in Rental Scam
Indore police arrested serial fraudster Sanjay Karira for cheating vehicle owners by renting cars and illegally mortgaging them. 38 vehicles worth over ₹5 crore recovered in elaborate scam.
Indore Excise Seizes Rs 80K Illicit Liquor, Arrests Man
Indore excise officials seized 27 litres of illegal country-made liquor and a scooter worth Rs 80,000 during a patrol, arresting Rahul Singh from Kulkarni Ka Bhatta under the MP Excise Act.
SNDP Yogam Leader Warns of Hindu Decline Over Caste Fights
SNDP Yogam general secretary Vellappally Natesan warns that caste-based divisions could lead to further decline of Hindu community in Kerala, advocating for unity among majority communities.
Khargone: Juvenile Mastermind of Burglaries Arrested
Khargone police arrested three individuals, including a juvenile mastermind, for burglaries in Barwaha town, recovering stolen valuables worth Rs 90 lakh. The juvenile conducted reconnaissance before the crimes.
Kashmir Railway Projects Halted to Save Apple Orchards
The Centre has halted key railway projects in South Kashmir following local opposition, protecting 7 lakh apple trees and the livelihoods of horticulture workers. Political parties welcome the decision.
Court Criticises Delay in CM Flight Attack Case Chargesheet
Thiruvananthapuram court rebukes prosecution for failing to file chargesheet three years after alleged attempt to murder Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan aboard Indigo flight, calling delay explanation unsatisfactory.
Allahabad HC Adjourns Sambhal Violence Case Hearing
The Allahabad High Court adjourned the hearing on a petition challenging a CJM order for FIR registration against police personnel in the 2024 Sambhal violence case. The next hearing is scheduled for February 9.
AI Mimics Late Ajit Pawar's Voice in Pune Elections
The Ajit Pawar-led NCP is using AI-generated audio and video clips of the late leader's voice in Pune's zilla parishad elections, sparking ethical debates about emotional manipulation in politics.
Security Forces in Firefight with Terrorists in Udhampur
Indian Army, J&K Police, and CRPF launch intelligence-based joint operation in Basantgarh area of Udhampur district after establishing contact with terrorists on Tuesday afternoon. Firefight continues as security forces maintain tight cordon.
Surat Court Jails 6 Hostile Witnesses in Murder Case
Surat District Court sentences six witnesses to one-month imprisonment for turning hostile in a 2021 murder trial, leading to acquittal of accused. Court emphasizes need to protect justice system integrity.
India-Russia Oil Imports & US Trade Deal: Expert Analysis
Top foreign policy expert Lisa Curtis discusses whether India might halt Russian oil imports as part of a potential India-US trade agreement, amid global energy shifts.
Canada Arrests 3 Punjab Youths, US Gets Firearms Guilty Plea
In separate incidents, Canada arrested three Punjab-origin youths in Surrey for extortion-related shooting, while the US secured a guilty plea from another for illegal firearms dealing in California.
Coimbatore Nurse Arrested for Gold Chain Theft
A 28-year-old home nurse from Nilgiris district was arrested in Coimbatore for stealing a valuable gold chain from her employer's residence. Police recovered the stolen jewelry and remanded her in judicial custody.
Revanth Reddy Predicts Congress Victory in Telangana Civic Polls
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy expresses confidence in Congress winning up to 95% seats in upcoming municipal elections, citing positive survey trends and voter satisfaction with welfare schemes.
Mumbai-Pune Expressway Standstill After Tanker Accident
A major traffic jam lasting over seven hours crippled the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Tuesday evening after a propylene gas tanker overturned, stranding thousands of commuters overnight.
EU Rejects US Censorship Claims; Nazara, Bajaj Finance Profits Fall
The EU dismisses US accusations of censorship while Nazara Technologies and Bajaj Finance report quarterly profit declines. Kolkata Book Fair concludes with record sales, and Bihar's health minister addresses sex ratio concerns.
Indian-origin UK Restaurateur on Trial for Drink Spiking
Vikas Nath, a 63-year-old Indian-origin restaurant owner in London, is on trial for spiking a woman's drink with a date-rape drug at the exclusive Annabel's club. The incident was caught on CCTV, and staff intervened to prevent harm.
Jaipur Hit-and-Run: Labourer Killed, Police Investigate
A tragic hit-and-run incident in Jaipur's Vidyadhar Nagar area has claimed the life of a labourer after a speeding car mowed down several workers. Police have launched an investigation into the brutal accident.
Delhi HC Denies Bail in Rs 35 Lakh Fake Visa Case, Cites Harm to India's Standing
Delhi High Court rejects anticipatory bail plea in illegal migration case involving forged Schengen visa, highlighting how such rackets damage India's international reputation and involve serious cross-border implications.
Uttarakhand Police Boost Security in Kotdwar Amid 'Mohammad Deepak' Row
Uttarakhand police intensify security in Kotdwar after Deepak Kumar defended a Muslim shopkeeper, sparking BJP-Congress conflict. Enhanced patrols and political accusations mark the ongoing tension.
Ex-PM Abhisit Returns to Thai Politics, Revives Democrat Party
Former Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has made a political comeback, energizing the Democrat Party and transforming the electoral landscape from a three-way race to a more competitive contest.
VMC Budget 2026-27: New HQ Plan, No Tax Hikes
Vadodara Municipal Corporation presents Rs 7,609 crore budget for 2026-27 with long-awaited new headquarters plan, no tax increases, and major sports, wellness projects.
Police Seize Stolen Firearms in Godhra Raid
Panchmahal police SOG seized two stolen double-barrel shotguns and six air guns from a house and shop in Godhra. The firearms were stolen from a farmer's residence in February 2025.
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