Surat Police Detain 31 Under PASA for Election Security

Surat Police Commissioner Anupam Singh Gahlaut has detained 31 habitual offenders under PASA to ensure peaceful local elections. Offenders involved in assault, cyberfraud, and sexual harassment have been sent to jails across Gujarat.

Bengaluru Forum Backs Women's Reservation Bill, Hails PM Modi

The Nari Shakti Forum in Bengaluru has voiced strong support for the Women's Reservation Bill, with Padmashri awardee Dr S G Susheelamma highlighting the long-standing denial of political representation for women in Assemblies and Parliament.

Telangana HC Questions HYDRAA's Land Grab Tactics

The Telangana High Court has strongly criticized the Hyderabad Disaster Response Agency for fencing disputed land parcels without court permission, questioning if it operates as a parallel government.

Calcutta HC Slams ECI for Polling Staff Shortage

The Calcutta High Court questioned the Election Commission of India for deploying university assistant professors as presiding officers due to a shortage of 1,000 polling staff, with the matter set for further hearing on April 16.

Tax Exemption for Highway Land Compensation to Farmers

The Union road transport ministry exempts income tax and stamp duties on compensation for land acquired for national highways, providing relief to landowners and farmers. Over Rs 20,000 crore disbursed in 2025-26.

Hyderabad Prison Adds New Barrack for 84 Inmates

Chanchalguda Central Prison in Hyderabad inaugurated a new barrack to house 84 additional prisoners. Director General Soumya Mishra inspected medical facilities and reviewed a health camp's findings for inmates.

Pune Lodge Owner Cheated by Fake Policeman

Rajgad police are searching for a man who impersonated a police officer to cheat a lodge owner of Rs 10,000 in Pune. The accused threatened the manager over alleged register irregularities before fleeing.

Pune Police Seize 5 Pistols, Arrest 3 and Detain Minor

Pimpri Chinchwad police recovered five country-made pistols in separate operations, arresting three adults and detaining a minor with criminal records. Investigations are ongoing into the source and motives behind the illegal firearms.

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