ASI in Uniform Held for Molesting Specially Abled Woman
A Mumbai ASI was arrested for allegedly molesting an 18-year-old specially abled woman in a Tardeo garden. The uniformed officer was caught by locals and remanded to custody.
Category : Politics
Gujarat reshuffles 26 IAS officers, CMO gets new team
The Gujarat government announced a major bureaucratic reshuffle, transferring 26 senior IAS officers. Key changes include new appointments in the Chief Minister's Office and leadership shifts across crucial departments like Energy, Finance, and Education.
Traffic curbs in Chandigarh for Amit Shah visit on Dec 24
Chandigarh Traffic Police issues advisory for Dec 24 due to Amit Shah's visit. Restrictions from 2:30-4 PM & 7-8:30 PM on key roads. Follow @trafficchd for updates.
Dahod Firing: 2 Injured, Brothers on the Run
Two injured in Dahod firing as brothers open fire during a clash. Police launch manhunt for accused. Read the latest updates on the incident.
Ahmedabad NRI House Burgled, Rs 3.32 Lakh Stolen
An NRI couple's Ahmedabad home was burgled while they were in Benin. Thieves stole cash & valuables worth Rs 3.32 lakh. Sola Police investigating. Read details.
Jharkhand Govt, BoI Sign MoU for Employee Insurance Scheme
Jharkhand govt partners with Bank of India to provide comprehensive insurance, including Rs 2 crore air accident cover, to regular & contractual employees and pensioners. A step towards financial security.
Patna DM Orders Verification of 104,725 Pending Ration Cards
Patna's district magistrate has ordered immediate verification of over 100,000 pending ration cards and expedited processing of 13,638 applications to ensure eligible beneficiaries receive grains without delay.
BJP Protests Karnataka Hate Speech Bill, Calls It Unconstitutional
BJP staged a silent protest in Bengaluru against the new Hate Speech Bill, calling it a threat to free speech. The party submitted a memorandum to the Governor. Read more.
New BLO App Feature Eases Voter Mapping Errors
The Election Commission introduces 'Electors with No Mapping' in the BLO App, allowing officers to rectify technical glitches. This aims to reduce physical hearings for unmapped voters in Kolkata ahead of the electoral process.
Kolkata Police FIR Against Protesting BLOs
Kolkata Police registers suo motu case against BLOs for protest at Bengal election commission. DC Indira Mukherjee confirms charges. BLOs cite harassment, work pressure. Read full details.
Labourer's Death Triggers Unrest at Bokaro Construction Site
A labourer's mysterious death at Jagarnath Mahto Medical College construction site in Bokaro led to worker protests and vandalism. Police intervened to control the situation. Read the full details.
Jharkhand Cabinet Approves PESA Rules 2025 for Tribal Areas
The Hemant Soren cabinet approved the Jharkhand PESA Rules 2025, granting gram sabhas in scheduled areas powers over mining, land, and resources. A landmark step for tribal self-governance.
Goa RG Chief Apologises for 'Slap' Remark on Congress
Revolutionary Goans president Manoj Parab issues a public apology for his comments against Congress's Amit Patkar. The incident highlights opposition vote-split in ZP polls and hints at future alliances for 2027. Read more.
Ranchi SIT Raids in Illegal Cough Syrup Sales Case
A Special Investigation Team in Ranchi raided multiple locations linked to Shaili Traders, seizing documents in an illegal cough syrup sales probe. Details on the seizures and the wider investigation inside.
Congress Slams MoEF Over Aravalli Definition Change
Congress accuses the Environment Ministry of altering Aravalli's definition to remove protection from smaller hills, potentially enabling mining. Environmentalists warn of ecological damage.
Woman Acquitted of Murder Due to Mental Illness
A Karnataka court acquitted Yeliamma of her husband's murder after finding she suffered from a delusional disorder at the time of the crime. Read the full details of this landmark verdict.
BJP Flags Secret Madrasas in Assam's Char Areas
BJP in Assam raises alarm over secret Qawmi madrasas in riverine areas, alleging curriculum parallels with Jamaat-e-Islami & Haqqani Network. Spokesperson cites historical violence.
Tripura CM pushes for Kaladan project priority
Tripura CM Manik Saha calls on Centre to prioritize the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Transport Project, highlighting NE's potential as a gateway to ASEAN. Read his full strategy.
Lokayukta submits Muda scam case diary to court
Lokayukta police submit Muda scam case diary to special court. Hearing on activist's petition against clean chit to CM Siddaramaiah, wife adjourned to Jan 5. Read the latest developments.
HC fines engineer Rs 50k for illegal duplicate tender
Karnataka High Court imposes Rs 50,000 personal cost on a Haveri executive engineer for illegally re-tendering a concluded project. Read the full details of the court's order.
Assam Congress showcause to 2 district chiefs over protest snub
Assam Congress issues showcause notices to Bajali and Darrang district presidents for failing to organise protests against MGNREGA renaming and Jal Jeevan Mission. Internal rift surfaces ahead of 2026 polls.
Delhi HC Grants Bail to Kuldeep Sengar in Unnao Case
Delhi High Court suspends life sentence of ex-BJP leader Kuldeep Sengar, grants conditional bail in 2017 Unnao rape case. Victim's sister expresses terror, says 'Put us in jail to keep us safe'. Read the full story.
Kankaria Carnival's Rs 5000 Cr Insurance Policy in Controversy
Ahmedabad's Kankaria Carnival faces a major insurance controversy. The Rs 5,000 crore policy may not cover visitors due to a critical clause. AMC officials are now scrambling for a fix. Read the full story.
DMK, SPA to Protest MGNREGA Renaming in Trichy
DMK, Congress & SPA allies plan district-wide protests in Trichy against MGNREGA renaming to VB-G RAM G, citing fund cuts. They aim to make it a key poll issue. Details inside.
MLA disconnects power at engineers' homes over rostering
Frustrated by 3-hour morning power cuts, Congress MLA Virendra Jati disconnected supply at electricity officials' residences in Roorkee. Read about the dramatic protest and the FIR filed.
Belagavi border dispute flares up over MP's privilege motion
Fresh tension in Belagavi as Maharashtra MP's breach of privilege motion against Karnataka official reignites the decades-old interstate border dispute. Protests and counter-statements escalate the linguistic conflict. Read the full details.
Mistaken Identity Attack in Shivamogga Mobile Shop, 3 Held
A mobile shop owner in Shivamogga was stabbed after being mistaken for his brother in an attack rooted in old enmity. Police have arrested three individuals. Read the full details.
Mass BJP Joining in Assam's Lakhimpur Ahead of 2026 Elections
In a major political shift, over 5,000 individuals, including ex-Congress members and local groups, joined the BJP in Lakhimpur, Assam. The move signals growing support for CM Himanta Biswa Sarma's leadership ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Odisha STA Clarifies 'No PUC, No Fuel' Rule, Urges No Panic
Odisha's State Transport Authority clarifies the 'no PUC, no fuel' mandate, stating it targets only rule violators. A 15-day awareness drive is planned. Get details on e-challan links and genuine PUC centers.
2 Dead in Assam Forest Land Protest Clashes
Two killed, over 50 police injured in West Karbi Anglong violence over alleged encroachment. Internet suspended, tripartite talks scheduled. Latest updates.
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