OHRC Orders Rs 10 Lakh Compensation for Police Recruitment Death
Odisha Human Rights Commission recommends Rs 10 lakh compensation to family of Harekrishna Sahu, who died during a police recruitment run in 2017, citing state liability.
Category : Politics
Patna Honors Galwan Valley Martyrs at 16 Bihar Battalion Day
The Bihar Regimental Centre in Danapur paid rich tributes to the 20 soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the 2020 Galwan Valley clash during the 16 Bihar Battalion Raising Day ceremony.
Iran's Nuclear Stance After Trump-Netanyahu Meeting
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivers a defiant speech on the Islamic Revolution anniversary, asserting nuclear deterrence and rejecting expanded talks with the US following the crucial Trump-Netanyahu meeting.
Saharsa Mayor, Aide, Wife Face FIR for Fund Misuse
Patna's UDHD orders FIR against Saharsa mayor Bain Priya, her secretary Rajiv Kumar, and his wife for alleged Rs 50 lakh monthly fund diversion in street-lighting contracts, following a committee report.
Bihar Official Appointed to National Dairy Development Board
The Central government has nominated Shirsat Kapil Ashok, Bihar's dairy secretary, to the NDDB Board of Directors. This move aims to enhance coordination between national and state-level dairy agencies, boost farmer incomes, and drive sector reforms.
Rs 112.2 Crore Approved for Odisha Under Gram Swaraj Abhiyan
The Centre has sanctioned Rs 112.2 crore for Odisha under the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan from 2022-23 to strengthen local governance through training programmes for elected representatives and stakeholders.
Bihar PMAY-G Delay: 9.16 Lakh Houses Stalled Over Nodal Account
Bihar government admits construction of 9.16 lakh PMAY-G houses delayed as it failed to open a single nodal account on time, seeking Rs 3,000 crore from Centre for distribution.
Wedding Trip Turns Tragic: 3 Die in Motihari Road Accident
A joyous wedding celebration turned into tragedy when three members of a wedding party, including the bridegroom's father and uncle, died in a horrific road accident near Ghorasahan in East Champaran. The speeding SUV collided with a roadside tree, killin
Rare Earth Survey in Nawada to Conclude in Six Months: Minister
Union Minister Jitendra Singh informed Lok Sabha that the rare earth exploration in Nawada, Bihar, will finish within six months. The survey targets lithium and other elements crucial for EVs and defence.
Samastipur Police Arrests Suspect in Teacher's Murder
Samastipur police have arrested Ankit Kumar, a key suspect in the murder of teacher Ganesh Sahni. The crime, involving a land deal dispute, occurred on February 8 in the Tajpur police station area.
Bihar Plans Celebrity-Led Anti-Drug Drive as Child Abuse Rises
Bihar's cabinet minister Ashok Choudhary announced the government is considering involving celebrities who have overcome drug addiction to raise awareness. This comes amid legislative concerns about rising substance abuse among children aged 8-14.
TN Mandates Telecom Infrastructure in Large Buildings for Better Signals
Tamil Nadu government amends building rules to require dedicated telecom infrastructure in large buildings, promising stronger mobile signals, fewer call drops, and faster internet speeds for residents.
Punjab Police Busts Pakistan-Backed Terror Module in Amritsar
Punjab Police's SSOC has foiled a major terror plot by busting a Pakistan-backed module, seizing a remote-controlled IED, pistol, and ammunition in Amritsar. One suspect arrested.
Student Kidnapped, Forced into Marriage in Bihar
A 22-year-old student in Samastipur district was allegedly kidnapped, drugged, and forced into marriage. Police rescued him after a viral video surfaced, with investigations ongoing.
Bondi-Democrats Clash in Fiery Epstein Hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi engaged in a fiery exchange with Democratic lawmakers during a House Judiciary Committee hearing on the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, accusing them of partisan attacks.
Vance Defends Trump Over AI Obama Ape Video Controversy
US Vice President JD Vance dismissed the controversy over Donald Trump's AI-generated video depicting the Obamas as apes, calling it 'not a real controversy' and defending Trump's actions during a press conference in Azerbaijan.
Patna Lawyer's Charred Body Found, Police Investigate Death
The partially charred body of a 65-year-old woman lawyer was discovered at her Patna home. Police found kerosene and matchsticks, investigating whether it was suicide or foul play.
Odisha Rights Panel Orders Pre-FIR Inquiry for Political Complaints
The Odisha Human Rights Commission has directed police to conduct preliminary inquiries before filing FIRs in complaints with political motives, following a case involving a BJD spokesperson.
Constable Bride Vanishes, Chooses Criminal Over Groom
A Meerut constable's wedding was called off after the bride vanished, later found with a history-sheeter facing murder charges, sparking a legal and social drama.
Chennai Metro Contractors Cause Major Power Outage
Residents in Villivakkam, ICF, and surrounding areas faced a six-hour power outage after Chennai Metro Rail Ltd contractors punctured a high-tension underground cable during Phase 2 work.
Jharkhand Assembly to Go Fully Paperless by Monsoon Session
Jharkhand Vidhan Sabha is transitioning to paperless functioning under the NeVA project, with training underway for legislators. Full implementation is targeted for the monsoon session.
Mumbai Airport Customs Returns 35 Sikh Religious Items
Mumbai airport customs authorities have handed over 35 Sikh religious items, including kirpans, to a welfare trust for dignified return or disposal, following security confiscations from passengers.
Lawyer Killed in Rampur Panchayat Office Shooting, Accused Held
A 45-year-old lawyer was fatally shot inside the Rampur district panchayat office following a dispute with a clerk. Police have detained the accused, who was hospitalized with a gunshot injury.
Husband Sells Wife for Rs 1,000, Two Men Gang-Rape Her
A 28-year-old woman in Budaun was allegedly sold by her husband for Rs 1,000 and then gang-raped by two men in a forest area. Police have arrested all three accused.
Jamshedpur and Ranchi Mandate Pet Dog Registration
Jamshedpur Notified Area Committee requires dog owners to register pets for record-keeping and revenue, with penalties under Jharkhand Municipal Act 2011. Ranchi continues its registration drive through an authorized agency.
Mathura Family Tragedy: Postmortem Reveals Strangulation Details
Postmortem report confirms Mathura family deaths: woman and children strangled, man electrocuted. Police investigate depression, occult angles; suicide notes and video found.
HC Orders Rs 50 Lakh Covid Compensation for Sweeper's Family
The Bombay High Court has directed the Maharashtra government to pay Rs 50 lakh compensation to the family of a municipal sweeper who died from Covid-19 in 2021, criticizing delays in processing the claim.
Jharkhand Expands Micro-Lift Irrigation to 50 Blocks
Jharkhand government announces expansion of micro-lift irrigation projects from 10 to 50 blocks next year to boost women-led livelihood initiatives through SHGs.
Assam Bridge Collapse Injures Four, Damages Vehicles
A Bailey bridge over Singla river in Assam's Sribhumi district collapsed, injuring four pedestrians and damaging five vehicles. The incident disrupted connectivity during crucial HSLC and HS examinations.
Assam Electoral Roll: Youth and Senior Voter Percentages Detailed
Assam's final electoral roll shows 4.6% of voters aged 18-19 and 0.8% aged 85+, with over 2.49 crore total voters after deletions. CEO Anurag Goel highlights transparent revision processes.
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