Goa Issues Directives for Smooth Festival Celebrations
Collectors in North and South Goa have ordered comprehensive planning for Shigmo, Carnival, and Shivaji Jayanti festivals in February and March, focusing on crowd management and public safety.
Category : Politics
Goa Court Acquits Man in Ganja Case Over Evidence Mismatch
A North Goa court acquitted Suresh Chowrasiya of Jharkhand in a 2018 ganja seizure case, citing a critical discrepancy between police evidence and forensic analysis that created reasonable doubt.
Mizoram Budget 2026-27 Presentation Date Set for February 26
Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma will present the state's annual budget for 2026-27 on February 26. The legislative assembly session has been extended to March 16, with the opposition expected to raise the Lengpui land scam issue.
Assam Voter List Contracts, Achieves Near-Perfect Gender Balance
Assam's final electoral rolls reveal a 0.97% decline from draft lists due to rigorous purification, while achieving unprecedented gender parity with women at 49.9% of the electorate.
Tejashwi Criticizes Nitish Kumar on Bihar Crime and Remarks
RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav targets Bihar CM Nitish Kumar over deteriorating law and order, citing gang rape cases and objecting to remarks about former CM Rabri Devi in the legislature.
Bihar Toll Plazas Violate NHAI Concession Norms: RTI Reveals
Toll plazas on NH-219 in Sasaram and Mohania are allegedly charging local vehicles 100% toll instead of the mandated 50% concession, resulting in illegal collections of crores monthly, as per RTI findings.
Nitin Nabin Reviews Patna Drain Projects for Monsoon Preparedness
BJP President Nitin Nabin inspected Mandiri and Bakarganj drain projects in Patna, emphasizing timely completion before monsoon to prevent waterlogging and improve urban connectivity.
Manipur Internet Suspended in Ukhrul Amid Ethnic Clashes
Manipur government suspends internet services in Ukhrul district for five days following violent clashes between Tangkhul Naga and Kuki communities. The move aims to prevent rumor spread and curb escalating tensions.
Amit Shah Tripura Visit for TTAADC Polls, Alliance Talks
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will visit Tripura on February 20 to discuss the upcoming TTAADC elections and potential alliances with BJP and TIPRA Motha leaders.
East Jaintia Hills Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Mining
East Jaintia Hills district administration intensifies enforcement against illegal mining, seizing 38 MT of coal and destroying makeshift camps. Compensation paid to victims of February mine blast.
Dhubri Voter List: 65 Doubtful Voters Deleted
Dhubri's electoral roll revision sees 65 'D' voters removed for identity fraud. Officials confirm legal action while adding 6,329 new voters, denying irregularities in the process.
Patna Protest: Women Activists Demand Justice for NEET Student
AISA and AIPWA activists staged a protest march in Patna, demanding justice for a deceased NEET student and highlighting rising violence against women in Bihar. Police deployed barricades and water cannons as tensions escalated.
Dibrugarh Final Voter List: 10.42 Lakh Electors, Women Lead
The final electoral roll for Dibrugarh Electoral District, Assam, has been published with 10,41,935 voters. Women voters outnumber men across all six assembly constituencies, showing a notable gender demographic trend.
Guwahati Voter Roll Drops 2.47%, Key Constituencies See Decline
Kamrup (Metro) publishes final electoral roll with 1,049,644 voters, a net decrease of 25,932 from the draft. Major deletions occurred in constituencies like Jalukbari and Dispur due to deaths and relocations.
Cachar Voter Roll Drops by 33,536 After Special Revision
The final electoral roll for Cachar district shows a net decrease of 33,536 voters following rigorous verification. The district's electorate now stands at 13,81,903 with near-equal gender representation.
Dehradun Traffic Crisis: Rispana to ISBT Stretch in Gridlock
The six-kilometer stretch from Rispana Square to Dehradun ISBT faces severe daily traffic congestion due to rising vehicles, tourism, and poor traffic management during peak hours.
Madhubani Man Shot Dead During Robbery, Locals Block NH-27
A 32-year-old man was shot dead in Madhubani, Bihar, after resisting a bike robbery attempt. The assailants fired a bullet into his mouth, killing him instantly. Locals protested by blocking NH-27 for over four hours.
Life Term for Farmer in Pocso Case, Two Acquitted in Firozabad
A Pocso court in Firozabad district has sentenced a 30-year-old farmer to life imprisonment for raping a 14-year-old girl in 2022. Two associates were acquitted due to lack of evidence.
Delhi's AI Traffic Plan to Reduce Pollution in 3 Phases
Delhi proposes a three-phase intelligent traffic management system using AI, smart signals, and automated enforcement to reduce congestion and air pollution over two years.
Uttarakhand HC: Child Custody Must Be Decided by Courts, Not Commissions
The Uttarakhand High Court overturned an order by the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights granting custody of a 5-year-old boy to his mother, ruling that only courts can decide such matters under the Guardians and Wards Act.
Meerut Police SIs Suspended for Extorting Rs 20 Lakh from Trader
Two sub-inspectors from Meerut's Lohia Nagar police station have been suspended for allegedly extorting Rs 20 lakh from a thread trader by threatening false hawala charges. An FIR has been filed, and the officers are currently absconding.
SIC Orders Forest Dept to Disclose RTI Info on IFS Officer Case
The Uttarakhand State Information Commission has ordered the forest department's PIO to provide RTI petitioner Harinder Dhingra with documents related to an investigation into IFS officer Vinay Kumar Bhargav within 15 days, pending probe completion.
Couple Arrested for Poisoning Cousin Over Affair in Ranchi
Police in Ranchi have arrested a man and his wife for allegedly poisoning his cousin brother to death over an extramarital affair. The incident occurred in Lodma village, with the accused using insecticide-laced tea.
Uttarakhand CM Launches Self-Employment Scheme for Single Women
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the 'Chief Minister Single Women Self-Employment Scheme' in Uttarakhand, providing financial assistance up to Rs 2 lakh to empower widows, divorced women, and other beneficiaries.
Uttarakhand HC Orders Release of Seized Mining Vehicles
Uttarakhand High Court directs Bageshwar authorities to release 48 heavy vehicles seized for mining, ruling the seizures lacked legal basis under mining laws and violated procedural safeguards.
Uttarakhand Sets Feb 28 Deadline for Departmental Disaster Plans
Uttarakhand's disaster management authority directs all line departments to finalize comprehensive disaster management plans by February 28, emphasizing integration with UN Sendai Framework objectives.
Silchar MP Urges Railway Minister for Barak Valley Infrastructure Boost
Silchar MP Parimal Suklabaidya has urged Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to fast-track comprehensive railway upgrades for Barak Valley, highlighting its strategic importance as southern Assam's rail gateway to Mizoram, Tripura, and Manipur.
Court Slams Probe, Grants Bail in Girlfriend Murder Case
Sasaram court grants bail to a youth accused of murdering his girlfriend, sharply criticizing the investigation and suggesting it may be an honour killing with possible involvement of the victim's father.
IAS Officer Abhishek Prakash Cleared in Solar Bribery Case by HC
The Allahabad High Court has quashed a bribery case against IAS officer Abhishek Prakash, linked to a solar project, paving the way for his reinstatement after a legal battle.
Amritsar Police Arrest Five, Seize Ice and Glock Pistols
In a major crackdown, Amritsar police arrested five individuals and seized a significant quantity of the drug Ice along with Glock pistols, highlighting ongoing efforts against narcotics and illegal arms in the region.
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