Marathwada Local Elections See 65% Turnout
Elections for zilla parishad and panchayat samiti in four Marathwada districts concluded peacefully with Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar leading at 65% voter turnout by evening.
Category : Politics
Deadly Open Pits in Cities Spark Safety Concerns
Recent fatal accidents in Delhi and Noida highlight the lethal danger of unbarricaded construction pits on city roads. Urban experts warn Bhubaneswar faces similar risks with widespread sewerage and drainage work lacking basic safety measures.
BJP MLA Accuses Congress Leader of Land Grab in Jind
BJP MLA Devender Attri accuses former Union minister Birender Singh of deceitfully converting a community-donated college into private property, alleging conspiracy and lack of development in Uchana Kalan.
Thane Court Acquits Spa Manager in Prostitution Case
A Thane sessions court acquitted a spa manager accused of running a prostitution racket and trafficking women, citing insufficient evidence and failure to prove charges beyond reasonable doubt.
BJP MLA Accuses Himachal Govt of Treating Meetings as Formality
BJP MLA Vipin Parmar alleges the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government treats legislative priority meetings as a mere formality, with critical funds for roads, water, and irrigation projects delayed for years.
Trichy Seminar Calls for Voterology as Separate Academic Field
A seminar at Trichy Govt Law College emphasized establishing Voterology as a distinct discipline to study voters and elections systematically, highlighting its Tamil Nadu origins and role in democratic awareness.
Maoist Leader Nikhil Surrenders, Calls for Return to Mainstream
Senior CPI (Maoist) leader Niranjan Rout alias Nikhil surrendered in Rayagada, Odisha, appealing to his former comrades to leave the armed struggle and join the democratic mainstream. He and his wife, both carrying high bounties, were among 16 Maoists who
Goa Beach Bar Sealed for Pollution Violations
The Bardez mamlatdar has ordered the immediate sealing of 'Kiki by the Sea' in Assagao after the Goa State Pollution Control Board found repeated non-compliance with environmental regulations.
Malegaon Lift Mishap: 18 Politicians Rescued
Eighteen individuals, including political leaders from ISLAM and Samajwadi parties, were rescued after an elevator malfunctioned at the Malegaon Corporation building. The incident occurred post-election, with the lift dropping rapidly and getting stuck be
Court Grants Bail to Nightclub Co-Owner in NOC Forgery Case
A Mapusa court has granted bail to Ajay Gupta, co-owner of Birch by Romeo Lane, in a health NOC forgery case. The court noted the document did not mention excise licensing. Gupta remains in custody over the fatal nightclub fire.
MP Urges Tamil Nadu CM for Maize Price Support to Aid Farmers
Durai Vaiko, MP, has called on Chief Minister M K Stalin to implement market intervention pricing or targeted subsidies for maize farmers facing severe losses due to plummeting market prices, citing examples from other states.
Himachal Faces Rs 10,000 Crore Loss as Central Grant Ends
The Himachal Pradesh government will discuss severe financial challenges in a cabinet meeting after the central government discontinued the revenue deficit grant, potentially causing a Rs 10,000 crore loss over five years.
Himachal Budget Session Starts Feb 16, RDG Issue Included
The Himachal Pradesh legislative assembly's budget session for 2026-27 will commence on February 16. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla declined a separate special session request, advising the revenue deficit grant issue be discussed during the budget session.
Goa Fire Station Enhances Safety for Lairai Jatra with Three Tenders
Bicholim fire station proposes deploying three fire tenders at Lairai temple during Shri Devi Lairai Jatra, increasing from last year's two, with upgraded safety guidelines and technology like body cameras.
Bargarh Police Arrest 4 Youths in Fatal Group Clash
Bargarh Town police have arrested four youths and detained two juveniles for the brutal killing of two persons during a group clash. Weapons seized, accused forwarded to court.
Ex-Justice Demands Halt to Illegal Land Zone Changes
Former Allahabad HC Chief Justice Ferdino Rebello calls for re-examination of pending applications under Section 39-A of the TCP Act, citing illegal conversions of agricultural land.
SC Dismisses Goa Medical College Students' Revaluation Plea
The Supreme Court dismissed a petition by Goa Medical College students seeking revaluation of their MBBS answer books, upholding the high court's decision that cited university ordinances barring revaluation.
Seven Arrested for Car Stunt on Hirakud Dyke in Odisha
Police in Odisha arrested seven individuals for performing dangerous car stunts on the Hirakud reservoir dyke, seizing two vehicles and searching for two more. The incident highlights risks on the scenic but perilous road near Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary
Maoist Leader Nikhil Surrenders, Family Celebrates in Odisha
Niranjan Rout alias Nikhil, a top Maoist leader with a Rs 55 lakh bounty, surrendered with his wife in Rayagada. His elderly parents expressed immense relief, ending years of worry as he renounces violence to join mainstream society.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami Launches Sharda River Corridor Project
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami laid the foundation stone for the Sharda River Corridor in Champawat, a Rs 3,300 crore project aimed at boosting tourism, economy, and employment in the region.
High Court: Unauthorised Absence is Grave Misconduct in Police Force
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that unauthorised absence from duty by police personnel constitutes grave misconduct, striking at discipline and operational efficiency, overturning earlier reinstatement orders.
Ten Birhor Children Rescued in Gaya After Week-Long Search
Ten children from the Birhor tribe in Koderma, Jharkhand, were rescued from Gaya, Bihar, after going missing for a week. The rescue followed a frantic search by police and administration.
Two Accused Arrested After Encounter in Hisar Robbery
Hisar police apprehended two accused following an encounter near Tohana bus stand. The accused, Monu and Kamal, sustained leg injuries and were hospitalized. The robbery involved a Rs 1.5 lakh theft at Gaurav Trading Company.
DMK MLA, Son, Journalists Booked in Tamil Nadu Quarry Clash
Kulithalai police file FIR against Srirangam DMK MLA M Palaniyandi, his son, and two TV journalists following a violent scuffle at an alleged illegal stone quarry in Karur district. Charges include assault and obscene language.
Panvel Guard Humiliated After Alleged Stray Dog Beating
A Panvel Municipal Corporation security guard was forced to publicly apologize and do sit-ups by animal activists after allegedly hitting a stray dog with a baton, leading to police complaints from both sides.
Navi Mumbai ANC Arrests Punjab Drug Supplier, Seizes Rs 3.5 Crore
Navi Mumbai's Anti-narcotics Cell arrested a key drug supplier from Amritsar, seizing heroin and opium worth Rs 3.5 crore. The accused, wanted in multiple NDPS cases, was tracked through technical analysis after evading capture.
Ganja Found in Prisoner's Rectum at Trichy; 4 Police Suspended
A 27-year-old history-sheeter was caught with 12g of ganja hidden in his rectum at Trichy central prison after court proceedings. Four Armed Reserve police personnel have been suspended for negligence during escort duties.
AAP's Dhanda Attacks Haryana CM Over Athlete Diet, Pension Cuts
AAP's Anurag Dhanda criticizes Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini for halting diet allowances for 37,000 athletes and cutting pensions for 75,000 elderly, calling him a 'master of liars'.
Navi Mumbai: Grandfather Booked for Alleged Assault on Infant
Koparkhairane police have registered a case against a 50-year-old man after his daughter-in-law accused him of sexually assaulting her 1-year-old son and harassing her. The accused, currently in Hyderabad, faces charges under the Pocso Act and BNS.
Orissa HC Sends Fly Ash Pollution Case to NGT
Orissa High Court declines writ petition on NH-49 fly ash pollution in Jharsuguda, directs petitioners to approach National Green Tribunal for environmental damage relief.
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