UP Transfers 5 IPS Officers, Names New STF DIG
The Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has transferred five senior IPS officers, including appointing Sushil Chandrabhan as the new DIG of the Special Task Force (STF).
Category : Politics
J&K Opposition Criticizes Omar Abdullah's Budget as Anti-People
Jammu & Kashmir's Opposition leaders harshly criticize Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's budget, calling it a stark disappointment and anti-people, with no initiatives for youth or job creation.
Rajnath Singh: National Security Includes Cultural Foundations
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that true national security involves safeguarding cultural identity and values, not just borders, during a ceremony in Haridwar.
Epstein Used H-1B Visas for Models, Maxwell Entry to US
Newly released immigration records reveal Jeffrey Epstein abused the H-1B visa program to bring Eastern European models and Ghislaine Maxwell to the United States, with Epstein personally sponsoring Maxwell's entry.
Kerala HC Allows Price Hike for Ambalappuzha Palpayasam
The Kerala High Court has permitted the Travancore Devaswom Board to increase the price of Ambalappuzha Palpayasam from Rs 160 to Rs 240 per litre, citing rising raw material costs. The court also proposed guidelines for future prasadam price revisions.
Kerala HC Orders Crackdown on Illegal Flex Boards in Public Places
The Kerala High Court has directed local self-government officials to launch immediate drives to clear illegal flex boards, banners, flags, and festoons from public spaces within two weeks. Non-compliant officers must appear before the court online.
Amreli Farm Labourer Murdered Over Tea Fight, Step-Son Accused
A farm labourer was brutally murdered in Amreli district after a fight over making tea. The accused, his step-son, allegedly used a cement stove part as the weapon, also injuring two women.
Morbi Suicide Case: Husband, Mother-in-Law Booked for Abetment
A 27-year-old woman in Morbi district allegedly died by suicide at her in-laws' home. Her mother has filed a police complaint accusing the husband and mother-in-law of abetment and cruelty.
US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Test; Beijing Denies
The US alleges China conducted a clandestine nuclear trial in 2020, calling for a new arms pact. China dismisses claims as 'false narratives' amid rising tensions over nuclear management.
Pawan Kalyan Cancels Telangana Campaign Trip, Sparks Speculation
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan cancels Telangana campaign for local body polls, citing health issues amid political tensions over past remarks.
Two Dead in Varanasi Bike-Car Crash on Babhanpura Bridge
Two individuals, including a minor, died after their motorcycle collided with a four-wheeler carrying Andhra Pradesh devotees on Varanasi's Babhanpura Ganga bridge. The accident occurred late Thursday under Chaubeypur police jurisdiction.
Kerala HC Criticizes Police in Deported Worker Death Case
The Kerala High Court has strongly criticized police handling after the body of Suraj Lama, a Bengaluru man deported from Kuwait, was found in a Kochi marsh. The court ordered authorities to release the body to his family.
Army to Deploy Special Radars for Border Threat Detection
The Indian Army is set to acquire advanced specialized radars to detect low-flying aerial threats along its borders, enhancing national security and surveillance capabilities.
Major Fire at NDMC Godown in Delhi's Safdarjung Area
A significant fire broke out at an NDMC godown in Delhi's Safdarjung area, prompting a large-scale response from fire services. No casualties reported, but the cause is under investigation.
Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi Attend Hooda's Lunch Meet in Delhi
Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra attended a lunch meeting hosted by former Haryana CM Bhupinder Singh Hooda in Delhi, with MPs from various parties gathering for discussions.
Kataria's Public Grievance Camp in Dadumajra on Feb 7
Chandigarh MP Kirron Kher's representative, Sanjay Tandon, will oversee a 'Samadhan Shivir' in Dadumajra on February 7 to address local issues and provide solutions.
Jaunpur Crash: Teen Dead, 9 Injured in SUV-Tractor Collision
A tragic head-on collision between an SUV and a tractor on NH-731 in Jaunpur's Badlapur area claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy and left nine others seriously injured early Friday morning.
Varanasi's Solar Success: Rs 116.8 Crore Annual Savings
Varanasi ranks second in Uttar Pradesh under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, with solar plants generating 5.35 lakh daily units, saving Rs 116.8 crore yearly and cutting 1.33 lakh tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Varanasi Civic Body Suspends Staff Over Vehicle Scrapping Scandal
Varanasi Municipal Corporation suspends three employees for prematurely declaring vehicles 'dead' before their 10-year tenure. An investigation is underway into the financial loss and missing parts.
Fake RTI Officials Arrested in Karnataka for Extortion Scheme
Karnataka police arrest three men posing as RTI officials for filming government staff with hidden cameras and attempting extortion of Rs 50 lakh. Equipment seized includes smartphones and hidden camera holders.
Meghalaya Coal Mine Blast Death Toll Climbs to 25
Search operations continue in Meghalaya after a devastating coal mine explosion, with the death toll now reaching 25 as rescue teams recover seven more bodies. State and national disaster response forces are actively engaged at the site.
Rajkot: Heatwave, Crime, Bribery, and Civic Alerts
Get the latest from Rajkot with updates on soaring temperatures, rising crime rates, bribery incidents, traffic advisories, and major political developments. Stay informed on all key happenings.
King Charles Heckled Over Prince Andrew's Epstein Ties
King Charles and Queen Camilla faced a public heckler in Essex, who shouted questions about whether the monarch pressured police to investigate his brother Andrew's Jeffrey Epstein connections.
Delhi Police FIR Against IPS Officer for Kidnapping, Extortion
Delhi Police has registered an FIR against serving IPS officer Shanker Choudhary following a vigilance probe into allegations of kidnapping, illegal detention, and extortion. The case involves an unauthorized raid and a missing Nigerian national.
Supreme Court Warns Contempt Over BRS MLAs Disqualification Delay
The Supreme Court has issued a stern warning of contempt proceedings regarding the prolonged delay in the disqualification of BRS MLAs, as the Speaker has held only one meeting so far.
SC Allows Minor to Terminate 30-Week Pregnancy, Cites Reproductive Rights
The Supreme Court of India has authorized the medical termination of a 30-week pregnancy for a 17-year-old minor, emphasizing that courts cannot compel any woman, especially a minor, to continue an unwanted pregnancy.
Haryana Child Killer: Police Theory vs. Ground Reality
Police claim Poonam killed four children due to jealousy over their beauty, but a Times of India investigation reveals troubling mental health signs, unexplained deaths on ekadashi, and visits to tantriks, challenging the official narrative.
India Successfully Test-Fires Agni-3 Ballistic Missile
India's Strategic Forces Command successfully test-fired the Agni-3 intermediate-range ballistic missile from Odisha, validating all operational parameters of this key nuclear deterrent system.
Elon Musk Ordered to Testify in USAID Lawsuit
A US judge has ordered Elon Musk to testify under oath in a lawsuit over the closure of USAID. The ruling follows objections from the Trump administration and highlights Musk's alleged role in the agency's dismantling.
Congress-DMK Alliance Faces Seat-Sharing Rift in Puducherry
The Congress-DMK alliance in Puducherry is under strain as the DMK plans to demand more seats than the 13 it contested in 2021, potentially widening the rift between the two parties ahead of upcoming elections.
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