Police Constables Suspended Over Murder Accused Escape in Sivaganga
Sivaganga SP R Shiva Prasad suspends two constables after a murder accused, Muthukumar alias Pulipandi, escapes during a medical exam but later surrenders in court.
Category : Politics
Patna Jewellery Store Robbed of Rs 60 Lakh in Gold and Silver
Thieves broke into a jewellery store in Patna's Pattu Bazar, stealing cash and jewellery worth around Rs 60 lakh by entering through the back wall and taking the CCTV DVR.
Ahmedabad's Shela Area Waterlogging Crisis from Poor Planning
Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority approved over 50 residential and commercial projects in Shela without laying stormwater and drainage networks, causing severe waterlogging issues for residents during monsoons. A Rs 135 crore ADB-funded project is now
DMK Member Gets 2-Year Jail for Obscene Speech Against Governor
A DMK functionary in Chennai has been sentenced to two years in prison for making obscene and derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi and other political leaders during a public event.
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment: 25,000+ Posts Open
The Indian Army has initiated a significant recruitment drive for Agniveer roles, offering over 25,000 positions for 2026-27. Applications are open until April 1, with salaries starting at Rs 30,000 and increasing annually.
Kolkata Teacher Confesses to Murder, Dismemberment of Friend
A primary school teacher and BLO in West Bengal's Baduria has confessed to murdering and dismembering a friend, with police citing an alleged extramarital relationship with the victim's wife as the motive.
Police Bust Illegal SIM Box Operation in Kolkata Apartment
Bidhannagar Police uncovered an illegal SIM box setup in Hatiara's Galaxy Apartment, arresting one suspect who routed international calls as domestic traffic, especially ahead of Bangladesh elections.
Kolkata Police Redraws Jurisdictions Again, Reassigns Areas
Kolkata Police has revised jurisdictional boundaries for the second time in three months, expanding Ekbalpore and Watgunge police stations while reducing Alipore PS area after resident complaints.
ED Attaches Rs 16 Crore Properties in Bengaluru Fraud Case
Enforcement Directorate attaches properties worth Rs 16 crore belonging to CEO and President of Srivaibhava Souharda Pattina Sahakari Niyamitha in alleged Rs 65 crore money laundering case.
KSEB Clears Officials in Pallivasal Project Delay Probe
Kerala State Electricity Board decides against disciplinary action after internal vigilance report finds no malice in Pallivasal extension project delays, citing contract management deficiencies.
Jammu: Rs 40 Crore Heroin Seized from Pakistani Drone Drop
Jammu and Kashmir Police and BSF troopers seized over 6kg of heroin worth Rs 40 crore, suspected to have been dropped by a Pakistani drone near the international border in RS Pura.
Bengaluru Advocate Assaulted Over Public Urination Incident
An advocate in Bengaluru was allegedly assaulted by a uniformed policeman and two others after objecting to public urination on Church Street. The incident, captured in an FIR, highlights ongoing concerns over public indecency and police misconduct in the
PDP's Muntazir: J&K Assembly Powerful Post-Article 370
PDP's Aga Syed Muntazir, who won the Budgam bypoll, asserts the J&K Assembly is a powerful institution despite post-Article 370 changes, emphasizing its legitimacy through voter participation.
Jaishankar Meets G7 Ministers at Munich Security Conference
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held significant discussions with G7 foreign ministers during the Munich Security Conference, focusing on global security and diplomatic cooperation.
Bengal's Swanirbhar Bangla Scheme: Registration Feb 15-26
West Bengal Chief Secretary Nandini Chakravorty chaired a meeting to implement the Swanirbhar Bangla scheme, offering youth stipends, women's aid, and farmer benefits. Registration runs from February 15 to 26.
AMMK's Dhinakaran Predicts DMK's Defeat in Elections
AMMK general secretary T T V Dhinakaran asserts the DMK government will lose the upcoming election, criticizing cash schemes and highlighting issues like unemployment and law and order.
Madras HC Orders Strict Tobacco Ban in Prisons After PIL
Madras High Court directs prison authorities to enforce a strict ban on tobacco products in prisons, following a PIL by a heart patient inmate complaining of passive smoking.
Madras HC Stops Pathway in Madurai Irrigation Tank
Madras High Court issues interim injunction against pathway construction in Rajagambeeram kanmoi, citing environmental and water flow concerns in Madurai district.
Accused Son Attends Parents' Last Rites in Bengaluru
Rohan Chandra Bhat, accused of murdering his parents, was escorted by police to their cremation in Bengaluru. His sister Rashmi performed rituals while he showed no emotion.
Four Arrested for Robbing Elderly Woman in Thiruvananthapuram
Fort Police arrested four individuals for assaulting a 65-year-old woman and stealing her gold ornaments after posing as plastic waste collection workers. The premeditated robbery occurred on February 13 near Mukkolakkal Devi Temple.
DMK Defends Rs 5,000 Women's Payout Amid BJP Legal Challenge
Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin asserts the Rs 5,000 advance payout to women is not election-driven, as BJP files Supreme Court case to block the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme.
TNCC Leaders Detained in Chennai Over MGNREGA Name Change Protest
Tamil Nadu Congress Committee functionaries, led by state president K Selvaperunthagai, were detained by police in Chennai while attempting to gherao Lok Bhavan. They protested the BJP government's decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Empl
Railways' Comprehensive Plan for Rudraksh Mahotsav Pilgrims
Ratlam rail division implements extensive safety and convenience measures for devotees attending Kubereshwar Dham's Rudraksh Mahotsav in Sehore, including temporary train halts, special services, and enhanced amenities.
Life Sentence for Two in Virudhunagar Murder Case
Principal district court in Srivilliputhur convicts and sentences two men to life imprisonment for murdering a man in Rajapalayam, Virudhunagar district, in 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 each on the accused.
Mini Airport & Agri-Conclave for Burhanpur Announced by CM
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announced a mini airport in Burhanpur, an agriculture-based industry conclave, and approved 80 projects worth Rs 696 crore to boost regional connectivity and empower farmers.
High Court Seeks State Reply on Trichy River Sewage Pollution Plea
The Madras High Court has directed the Tamil Nadu government to respond to a PIL seeking to halt sewage discharge into the Kudamurutti river in Trichy, citing severe pollution from urban waste.
AIADMK's Palaniswami Campaigns in Tiruvallur, Chengalpattu
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami will campaign across eight assembly constituencies in Tiruvallur and Chengalpattu districts from February 21 to 26 as part of his state-wide 'Makkalai Kappom, Thamizhagathai Meetpom' programme.
MLA Announces Land, Relief for Wild Boar Attack Victim's Family
P S Supal, MLA, has announced land under the 'Landless Punalur' project, Rs 10 lakh immediate relief, and employment assistance for the family of Raghunathan Pillai, killed in a wild boar attack in Karavoor.
TN Govt's 6,500 Cr 'Surgical Strike' for Women Beneficiaries
In a swift move, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin credited 5,000 each to 1.31 crore women's accounts, totaling 6,500 crore, early Friday morning, stunning the opposition.
Retired Cop Killed in Trichy Stray Cow Accident
A 67-year-old retired police officer in Trichy died after his motorcycle hit a stray cow on Pudukkottai Road. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns with stray animals on city roads.
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