Thiruvananthapuram: Hit-and-Run, PwD Quota, Elephant Attack
Key updates from Thiruvananthapuram today include a hit-and-run case, PwD quota developments, an elephant attack, civic alerts, and political news. Stay informed with the latest.
Category : Politics
Karnataka Approves Rs 42 Crore Vehicle Subsidy for Vendors
The Karnataka Cabinet has cleared a Rs 42 crore subsidy scheme to provide auto-rickshaws, cars, and e-vending vehicles to street vendors in the Greater Bengaluru Area ahead of local elections.
Hyderabad Triple Suicide: Mother and Children Jump Before Train
A Hyderabad techie, Vijaya Reddy, 38, died by suicide with her children, Chetana, 18, and Vishal, 17, on January 31. Police investigate how she convinced them, finding no clear motive in family, finances, or health.
Ruparani Nikam Elected Kolhapur Mayor After 5 Years
BJP's Ruparani Nikam and Jan Surajya Shakti's Akshay Jarag elected as Kolhapur Mayor and Deputy Mayor with 46 votes each, ending a five-year leadership vacuum in the municipal corporation.
Mumbai Train Fight Over Seats Injures Bystander, Arrest Made
A 26-year-old laborer was arrested by GRP after a fight over train seats escalated, resulting in a stone pelting that injured an innocent commuter in Mumbai.
UP Action Under CM Yogi's Zero Tolerance Policy
The Uttar Pradesh government has initiated strict measures against individuals disrupting social harmony and law and order, as part of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's zero tolerance policy.
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Unveils Karl Marx Statue in Chennai
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin unveiled a statue of Karl Marx in Chennai, honoring the philosopher's legacy and emphasizing socialist values in the state's governance.
Bawankule Denies Clean Chit for Parth Pawar in Land Deal Probe
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule refutes reports of a clean chit for Parth Pawar in the Mundhwa land deal case, as the investigative committee's tenure is extended by eight days.
Bengaluru Road Rage: Biker Threatens, Damages Car
A shocking road rage incident in Bengaluru went viral after a biker threatened a car driver and damaged the vehicle. The video sparked outrage and calls for stricter traffic enforcement.
Trump Emergency Order: Americans Told to Leave Iran Now
The U.S. Virtual Embassy in Iran issues a stark warning for Americans to evacuate immediately amid rising tensions, flight disruptions, and fears of imminent military confrontation.
Dhaka Protests: Govt Employees Demand Pay Scale, Police Deploy Tear Gas
Massive protests erupted in Dhaka as government employees demanded immediate implementation of the ninth national pay scale. Police used water cannons and tear gas to disperse crowds near the Chief Adviser's residence.
Amit Shah Reviews J&K Border Security on Day Two of Visit
Union Home Minister Amit Shah conducted a comprehensive review of border security measures in Jammu and Kashmir, focusing on infiltration prevention and curbing cross-border smuggling activities.
Delhi Police Debunks Viral Missing Persons Panic
Delhi Police refutes viral social media claims of a surge in missing persons, presenting data showing stable numbers and improved recovery rates. Officials warn against paid promotions spreading fear.
UP Electoral Roll Revision Extended Again, Final List in April
The Election Commission has granted a fourth extension to Uttar Pradesh's Special Intensive Revision, pushing the final electoral roll publication to April 10 amid significant voter deletions.
Xi's Calls to Putin and Trump Mark Rare Diplomatic Move
Chinese President Xi Jinping's back-to-back phone conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US President Donald Trump highlight a strategic diplomatic outreach, analysts say.
Raut Ridicules Birla's Congress MP Claims, Warns of Danger
Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut dismissed Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's claim about Congress MPs planning disruptive acts, stating India faces danger under the current government.
BJP Gets Mayor, Shiv Sena Deputy in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
In a strategic political arrangement, the BJP will field the candidate for mayor in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, while the Shiv Sena nominates the deputy mayor, as confirmed by Sena minister Sanjay Shirsat.
Delhi Jal Board CEO Issues Safety Directives After Biker Death
Following a tragic accident where a biker died at a Delhi Jal Board construction site, the CEO has issued fresh safety instructions to prevent such incidents at Constitution Club and other sites.
AAP, Congress Slam Delhi Govt Over Biker Death, No Lessons
The AAP and Congress have condemned the Delhi government for a biker's death, alleging negligence and failure to improve road safety measures despite past incidents.
Delhi HC: Section 377 Not for Consensual Marital Sex
The Delhi High Court ruled that Section 377 IPC cannot be used against consensual oral or anal sex between spouses, citing Supreme Court precedent and marital consent protections under Exception 2 to Section 375.
Trump Threatens Military Action Over Diego Garcia Base Access
Former US President Donald Trump has threatened potential military intervention to secure the Diego Garcia base if future arrangements threaten US access, following the UK-Mauritius sovereignty treaty over the Chagos Archipelago.
Omar Abdullah Questions Mosque Profiling in Jammu and Kashmir
National Conference leader Omar Abdullah has strongly opposed the proposed profiling of mosques and madrassas in Jammu and Kashmir, calling it 'completely inappropriate' during a legislative assembly session.
CM Rekha Gupta's Vision for 'Developed Delhi' with Infrastructure Push
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta outlines comprehensive plans for infrastructure, healthcare, and waste management, emphasizing transparency and public participation in building a 'Developed Delhi' aligned with Viksit Bharat.
Sion Bridge in Mumbai to Open by July 2026
The new Sion railway overbridge in Mumbai, replacing a British-era structure, will enhance connectivity between EEH and Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg with four lanes and a footpath.
Karnataka HC Stays Probe in Drone Trespass Case
The Karnataka High Court has halted investigation in a criminal case against an aerospace firm after a research drone landed in a residential area due to a battery malfunction.
ED Summons Sabarimala Gold Theft Accused After Bail
The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Unnikrishnan Potti, the main accused in the Sabarimala temple gold theft case, just a day after he and three others were granted statutory bail by a Special Investigation Team.
Kunal Kamra Challenges IT Rule Amendments and Sahyog Portal
Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra and senior advocate Haresh Jagtiani have filed petitions challenging the constitutionality of IT Rule 3(1)(d) and the Sahyog portal, alleging they enable unilateral content takedown without safeguards.
Delhi HC Awards Rs 8 Lakh Compensation in Train Fall Case
The Delhi High Court overturned a tribunal's decision, awarding Rs 8 lakh compensation to a passenger who lost a leg after falling from a train, rejecting claims of intoxication due to lack of evidence.
Modi: Nehru, Indira Saw India's Population as Problem
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated that Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi perceived India's population as a major issue, citing Nehru's reported remarks on 35 crore people as a challenge.
Russia Hits Back at Trump Over India's Oil Import Choices
Russia asserts India's right to independently decide its oil import sources, responding to former US President Donald Trump's comments on India's energy procurement strategy.
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