BJP Gains in Odisha as BJD Leaders Switch Sides
State BJP president Manmohan Samal urges unity among workers as several BJD leaders, including Jajpur zilla parishad chairperson, join BJP in Bhubaneswar event.
Category : Politics
Ajsu-P Demands White Paper on Jharkhand Govt's Performance
Ajsu-P supremo Sudesh Mahto criticizes Jharkhand government's pre-budget exercise, demands white paper on six-year achievements and priorities during Milan Samaroh in Ranchi.
Om Birla Urges Transparent, Inclusive Democratic Bodies
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasizes that democratic institutions must be transparent, inclusive, and accountable to the people to strengthen India's democracy.
India Mandates Low-Floor Buses from 2026
All new intra-city public buses manufactured from October 2026 must have low-floor design with 400mm height, improving accessibility for elderly, women, and disabled passengers.
Rajkot Businessman Files Rs 10.98 Crore Fraud Complaint
A Rajkot-based snacks manufacturer has filed a police complaint alleging two persons defrauded him and his relatives of Rs 10.98 crores through a false investment scheme promising high returns.
Blind Woman Raped at Surat Site, Accused Booked
A 21-year-old blind woman was allegedly raped at a Surat construction site. The accused, Alam, faces charges of rape and criminal intimidation after the victim reported the crime.
Surat School Project Paused Amid Political Protests
Construction of Suman High School in Surat halted after BJP and AAP councillors protested shifting the site from Ward 7 to Ward 8. The standing committee ordered status quo.
Jharkhand Bandh Saturday: Tribal Groups Demand Arrest in Murder Case
Tribal organizations in Jharkhand have called for a statewide bandh on Saturday, demanding the arrest of key accused in the murder of traditional leader Soma Munda. Schools in Ranchi have declared holidays.
Fourth Arrest in Bhubaneswar Minor Gang Rape Case
Bhubaneswar police have arrested another suspect in the alleged gang rape of a 17-year-old girl. Four of the five accused are now in custody after the December 2025 attack.
Eight Arrested in Dumka Temple Violence, Heavy Police Deployment
Police arrested eight people after violence erupted over a 100-year-old Kali temple renovation in Dumka's Lalgarh. Seven individuals sustained injuries as authorities maintain heavy security and patrols.
Congress Assam Strategy Meet Targets CM Corruption
Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi held a key strategy session for Assam polls, vowing to defeat the 'most corrupt CM' with senior party figures in attendance.
Surat Worker Survives Shooting, Five Arrested in Mistaken Identity Case
A 24-year-old diamond worker in Surat survived a shooting and assault by six people after being mistaken for someone else. Police arrested five, while the minor shooter remains at large.
BJP Ends Thackeray Dominance in Mumbai's BMC Elections
The BJP-led Mahayuti alliance has shattered the Thackeray family's long-standing control over Mumbai's BMC. Uddhav Thackeray's alliance with cousin Raj failed to secure victory, raising questions about his political future in Maharashtra.
Berhampur Court Gives 20-Year Sentence for Minor Rape Case
A special Pocso court in Berhampur sentenced a 30-year-old man to 20 years rigorous imprisonment for raping a 14-year-old girl in Ganjam district. The court also imposed fines and compensation.
Dehradun Court Boosts Jail Term in Child Abuse Case to 7 Years
A Dehradun court has increased a boarding school warden's sentence from two to seven years for sexually assaulting a 13-year-old Delhi boy in 2011, citing justice interests.
Himachal Minister Backs Vikramaditya Singh, Urges CM Action
Education Minister Rohit Thakur supports PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh's concerns about IAS and IPS officers. He urges CM Sukhu to resolve the issue amid growing tensions in the state cabinet.
Mumbai Voters Shift from Thackeray Dynasty's Dominance
Mumbai voters, once loyal to the Thackeray family, are now rejecting politics of fear and community division, marking a significant shift in the city's political landscape.
Mahayuti to Elect Mumbai Mayor, Says BJP's Satam
BJP leader Ameet Satam announces the Mahayuti alliance will choose Mumbai's mayor, calling the BMC poll results a triumph for Hindutva. Trends indicate a win for the BJP-Shiv Sena coalition.
Burglars Steal Rs 7.19 Lakh in Kutch Village
Two residential houses in Khambhara village, Kutch, were burgled between January 12 and 15, 2026, with cash and jewellery worth Rs 7.19 lakh stolen. A complaint has been filed at Anjar Police Station.
Love Dispute Turns Deadly in Morbi: Elderly Man Killed
A 60-year-old man named Kashu Chadmiya was killed in Morbi after a violent clash over a love affair. Police have registered cases against nine persons for rioting, assault, and murder.
Rajkot Teen Dies by Suicide, Jumps Before Train
A 16-year-old computer engineering student from Rajkot district died by suicide after jumping in front of a moving train near the Moj River railway bridge. Police are investigating.
Son Reunites with Family After 12 Years in Dang District
A tribal family in Dang district's Vanachonda village reunited with their son Ranjit Chaudhary after 12 years, thanks to police efforts under Operation Milap.
Meloni's Anime Art Post with Japanese PM Goes Viral
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni shared a Ghibli-style anime artwork featuring herself with Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi on X, blending diplomacy with pop culture.
US Lawmakers Seek to Cool Greenland Tensions After Trump
American legislators are working to reduce diplomatic tensions over Greenland after former President Donald Trump suggested seizing the Arctic island for national security reasons.
Somanna Seeks National Status for Kittur Rani Channamma Festival
Union Minister V Somanna announces proposal to make Kittur Rani Channamma Vijayotsava a national event, commemorating her 1824 revolt against British rule. Karnataka welcomes the move.
BJP Dominates Maharashtra Civic Polls Across Cities
The BJP emerged as the clear winner or single largest party in most of Maharashtra's 28 municipal corporations, while Congress, NCP factions, AIMIM, and local parties secured select pockets.
SC Seeks Status Report on BRS MLAs Disqualification
The Supreme Court has directed the Telangana Assembly Speaker to submit a status report within two weeks regarding the disqualification of BRS MLAs, with lawyers arguing against further delays.
BJP's Darekar Wins Dahisar East Ward After Recount
BJP's Prakash Darekar secured victory in Mumbai's Dahisar East Ward 3 after a recount, defeating Sena (UBT) candidate Roshni Kore Gaikwad by 3,985 votes amid allegations of irregularities.
Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Greenland Purchase
US President Donald Trump suggests imposing tariffs on countries opposing his Greenland acquisition plan, claiming it's vital for US national security against Russia and China.
Bengaluru Committee to Clear Keonics Contractor Dues Amid Protests
The Karnataka government forms a four-member committee to assess and clear pending payments of Rs 350-400 crore to Keonics contractors, facing strong opposition from vendors who allege scapegoating in a scam from the previous BJP administration.
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