Chennai Evictions Trigger Protests Over Housing Allotment
Greater Chennai Corporation evicted 50 families from Broadway streets, sparking protests as residents demand fair housing allocation near Stanley Hospital.
Category : Politics
TN Forms Panels to End Police Orderly System, Court Monitors
Tamil Nadu government informs Madras High Court of district-level committees to abolish orderly system in police force, following court scrutiny over reports of its persistence.
Congress: PM Modi's No-Reply Violates Lok Sabha Rules
The Congress party has formally written to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's failure to reply to the Motion of Thanks debate constitutes a serious procedural violation of parliamentary rules.
Man Dies in Elephant Attack at Bandipur Tiger Reserve
A 55-year-old man was tragically killed by a wild elephant in the Bandipur Tiger Reserve limits in Karnataka's Mysuru district. The incident occurred near a village, highlighting human-wildlife conflict risks.
Karnataka Politics in Flux as CM Begins Pre-Budget Meetings
Karnataka's political dynamics intensify as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiates pre-budget consultations, with attention turning to AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge following Rahul Gandhi's intervention.
Congress MLA Regrets Remark on BJP Lawmaker's Wife in Assembly
Congress MLA Shivalinge Gowda expresses regret for his comments about a BJP legislator's wife during a heated Karnataka Assembly session over an excise scam protest.
CPWD Buys 405 Air Purifiers for Parliament, SC, Offices
The CPWD purchased 405 air purifiers over four years for Parliament, Supreme Court, and government offices, with procurement rising from zero in 2020-2021 to 156 in 2024-2025.
NH Accidents Fall 11% in 2025, UP and MP Lead Improvement
Road accidents and fatalities on India's National Highways decreased by over 11% in 2025, with Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh showing the most significant reductions, according to government data.
Birla: Requested Modi to Skip Lok Sabha Reply Over Opposition Protest
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla disclosed he asked PM Modi not to reply to President's address due to fears of 'unexpected acts' by protesting opposition MPs near his seat, sparking a political clash with Congress.
Avadi's 49 Crore Road Revamp After Sewage Damage
Avadi Corporation receives its largest-ever 49 crore fund to re-lay over 400 roads damaged by underground sewage and water works, with strict quality controls and resident oversight.
Akhilesh Yadav Accuses BJP of Voter List Manipulation
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges BJP functionaries are misusing Form-7 to delete voter names, urges Supreme Court to intervene and calls for judicial probe into electoral roll manipulation.
Haj Fraud Accused Arrested in Hyderabad After Kuwait Escape
Mohammad Mahabur Mondal, prime accused in a Rs 2 crore Haj pilgrimage fraud case in Kolkata's New Town, arrested in Hyderabad after returning from Kuwait. Nearly 400 pilgrims cheated.
Gujarat Police Bust Lavish Liquor Party, Seize Rs 3 Crore Assets
Sanand police raided a luxury weekend home in Ahmedabad district, arresting 81 people at an anniversary party. Foreign liquor, hookahs, high-end cars, and phones worth nearly Rs 3 crore were seized under Gujarat's prohibition laws.
Akhilesh Yadav Alleges BJP Voter List Fraud, Urges SC Action
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges systematic misuse of Form-7 by BJP to delete voter names, particularly targeting PDA and Muslim communities. He calls for Supreme Court intervention and judicial probe.
Two Injured in Trichy-Karur Highway Accidents, Safety Concerns Raised
Two separate accidents on the Trichy-Karur national highway left a woman and a shopkeeper injured. Police investigations reveal causes, while residents renew calls for speed breakers on the dangerous stretch.
Kolkata Police Boosts Patrols After Vehicle Thefts Near Ghats
Kolkata police have launched round-the-clock surveillance and special bike patrols near Prinsep Ghat and Judges Ghat following a series of vehicle thefts. Investigations revealed stolen bags and evidence in dense bushes, with police suspecting drug users
Traffic Signals Return to Avinashi Road in Coimbatore
Coimbatore police plan to reinstall traffic signals on Avinashi Road after a two-year removal led to increased speeding and accidents, with a Rs1.10 crore fund allocated for the project.
Air India Flight Aborts Landing, Performs Safe Go-Around in Jaipur
An Air India flight from Mumbai to Jaipur aborted its initial landing attempt Thursday, performing a go-around that caused passenger anxiety before a safe second landing minutes later.
Jaipur No-Parking Zones Announced to Reduce Traffic Jams
Jaipur Police has declared no-parking zones from Statue Circle to Ambedkar Circle and Assembly T-point to ensure smooth traffic flow, with strict enforcement and public cooperation urged.
CPWD Installs 405 Air Purifiers in Government Offices
The Central Public Works Department has acquired 405 air purifiers in the past four years for various government facilities, including ministers' chambers and courtrooms, as revealed in a Lok Sabha reply.
Rahul Gandhi Jabs Modi Over 'Scared of Truth' Comment
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi criticized PM Narendra Modi's Rajya Sabha speech, alleging avoidance of questions on national security and China relations, while Congress MP Jairam Ramesh called it an 'election rally speech' filled with distortions.
IAF Official on Constant Pressure at India-China Border
A senior Indian Air Force official discusses ongoing border tensions with China, emphasizing constant pressure and complex territorial disputes in eastern regions.
Karnataka Minister Seeks PM Modi's Nod for Bullet Train Study
Karnataka Minister M B Patil has formally requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to initiate a feasibility study for a high-speed bullet train project connecting Bengaluru and Mumbai, citing major economic and connectivity benefits for both states.
Netravathi-Hemavathi River Linking Not Feasible: C R Patil
The long-proposed Netravathi-Hemavathi river linking project in Karnataka has been declared unfeasible by C R Patil, with no studies conducted since the 1994 pre-feasibility report.
Hope for Missing Mother of Savannah Guthrie Amid Ransom Notes
Investigators have no proof that Nancy Guthrie, 84, is alive but believe she was taken against her will. A chilling ransom note with specific details has emerged as the search enters its fifth day.
50 Projects Get Post-Facto Green Nod Since 2021
Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh disclosed in Rajya Sabha that 50 projects across 13 states and one UT received post-facto environmental clearances since 2021, with Rs 327.43 crore recommended for remediation.
UP CM: Chinese Manjha Deaths to Be Treated as Murder
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials to treat any death caused by banned Chinese kite strings (manjha) as murder. This follows at least eight fatalities in the state over the past year.
Kanpur Police File Chargesheet in Rs 1,500 Cr Ponzi Case
Kanpur police have filed a 360-page chargesheet against Ravindranath Soni, accused of duping over 700 people of Rs 1,500 crore through international ponzi schemes. The chargesheet includes witness statements and electronic evidence.
SWAT Commando Kajal's Tragic End After Dowry Harassment
Kajal Chaudhary, a Delhi Police SWAT commando and former national basketball player, was allegedly murdered by her husband while four months pregnant. Her journey from Haryana village to special forces ended in dowry death tragedy.
Telangana HC Takes Suo Motu Cognizance of Man's Death
The Telangana High Court has taken suo motu cognizance of a letter alleging a man was denied treatment, mistakenly placed in a mortuary while alive, and later died. The court converted the letter into a PIL.
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