Bihar's transport department generated nearly Rs 6 crore from e-auctions of VIP vehicle registration numbers in two months, with Patna spending Rs 2.46 crore. The system categorizes numbers, with top picks like 0001 priced at Rs 1 lakh.
Senior BJP leaders Dulu Mahato and Raj Sinha launched an aggressive campaign for mayoral candidate Sanjiv Kumar in Dhanbad, inaugurating three election offices. The party faces internal challenges from rebel candidates and former members now with JMM.
Residents across 32 wards in Adityapur Municipal Corporation demand action on stalled water and sewage projects, with elections highlighting long-standing infrastructure failures affecting over 250,000 people.
Residents of Ranchi's Ward 34 face severe civic problems including irregular garbage collection, poor drainage, water scarcity, and rising crime as 22 candidates contest in upcoming municipal elections.
In a swift humanitarian operation, the Indian Navy deployed a Sea King helicopter to evacuate a critically ill Japanese sailor from a JMSDF vessel 200 km off Visakhapatnam, reinforcing its role as a trusted global security partner.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated that India's oil purchases are guided by availability, costs, and risks, responding to international calls to halt Russian imports.
BJP national president Nitin Nabin reviewed ongoing development schemes in his Bankipur constituency, directing officials to expedite works and ensure quality. Key projects include water supply, roads, and sanitation.
A daily wage laborer in Dumka, Jharkhand, has been arrested for the brutal murder of a woman and her six-year-old daughter. The accused lured the victims under false pretenses, attempted rape, and killed them to conceal his identity.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal dismisses Rahul Gandhi's criticism of the US trade deal while PM Modi unveils significant infrastructure projects in Assam, including a Brahmaputra river link.
Bokaro administration identifies over 300 social media accounts for spreading child-lifting rumors, leading to mob attacks. Authorities urge public to report suspicious activities via toll-free number 112.
A male passenger was arrested at Kolkata airport after a co-passenger alleged he molested her during a flight from Hanoi. The woman reported repeated inappropriate touching and comments.
Kolkata airport faced two separate bomb threats on Saturday involving IndiGo flights to and from the Northeast. Passengers were evacuated as security protocols were activated following ominous messages found in aircraft lavatories.
Residents of Mel Ayanambakkam in Chennai's Thiruverkadu area face potholed, waterlogged roads due to repeated sewage work and heavy traffic, with temporary fixes failing for six years.
Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh show low drone registrations at 480 and 161 respectively, highlighting a regional gap despite central reforms and state-level policy initiatives aimed at boosting drone technology adoption.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu lauds the state budget for addressing inherited financial challenges, emphasizing growth in agriculture and major infrastructure projects in Rayalaseema and Amaravati.
A 12-year-old boy from Hapur's Kotwali Nagar allegedly dragged a minor girl returning from tuition, captured on CCTV. Police filed FIR under BNS Section 74.
A special Pocso court in West Tripura has sentenced a 52-year-old man to life imprisonment for raping his 11-year-old stepdaughter in April 2024, with a fine of Rs 5,000 imposed.
The Ranchi railway division's Railway Protection Force has been awarded the zonal security shield for 2025 by South Eastern Railway for exceptional crime control, passenger safety, and vigilance efforts.
Ranchi district administration will deploy security forces at 200 locations and implement extensive traffic restrictions during Shivratri celebrations on Sunday to ensure law and order.
A South Tripura court has sentenced Satyajoy Tripura to life imprisonment for strangling his mother-in-law while intoxicated in 2022. The verdict follows a trial with 13 witnesses examined.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova criticized Western leaders at the Munich Security Conference for ignoring Ukrainian actions against civilians, urging focus on cross-border strikes instead of increased military aid to Kyiv.
Ballari Police detained alleged drug kingpin Maheboob Daula under the PIT-NDPS Act, marking a major crackdown on narcotics networks in North Karnataka after nearly 20 years of alleged interstate trafficking.
Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha welcomes Bangladesh's recent election outcome, expressing optimism that the new government will enhance India-Bangladesh relations and foster cross-border cooperation for mutual progress.
Tarique Rahman, the acting chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, is scheduled to be sworn in as the Prime Minister of Bangladesh on Monday. South Asian leaders have been invited to attend the ceremony, marking a significant political transition.
The Punjab Vigilance Bureau has initiated a thorough investigation into the alleged embezzlement and misuse of panchayat funds in Amritsar district, following multiple complaints and irregularities.
Amritsar Municipal Corporation announces a threefold increase in water bills for commercial establishments with faulty meters to curb revenue losses and encourage meter maintenance.
Nearly 200,000 demonstrators gathered in Munich during the Security Conference, calling for international action against Iran's government after deadly crackdowns.
Chief Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo emphasizes hygiene in Bihar courtrooms and announces Vulnerable Witness Deposition Centers for all districts to ensure safe testimony.
The Pusu polls in Patna are set for a fierce electoral battle, with 336 nomination forms sold in four days, indicating high political engagement and a competitive race ahead.
Ex-servicemen and residents in Buxar gathered at Kawaldah Park to honor the 40 CRPF jawans martyred in the 2019 Pulwama attack, observing a black day with tributes and a marathon.