The Bhajan Lal Sharma government announces Rs 130 crore for Aravalli conservation, including boundary walls, water structures, and tree plantations across 4,000 hectares, alongside measures against illegal mining and for sustainable farming.
The Tamil Nadu Federation for Pastoral People's Sangam has petitioned the DMK manifesto committee, demanding a pastoral economic development board and protective legislation for migratory herders.
Finance Minister Diya Kumari announced a new Rajasthan State Water Policy and a Rs 6,800 crore initiative to expand tap water connections in urban and rural areas, aiming for Viksit Rajasthan 2047.
Uttar Pradesh's 2026-27 budget allocates Rs 194 crore for the UPCAMP, a six-year World Bank-aided project to improve air quality using airshed strategies across sectors like transport and industry.
Madras High Court has asked Sivaganga district officials to respond to a PIL alleging a compound wall obstructs a natural watercourse in Kalukerkadai village, risking flooding and health hazards for 200 SC families.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation has proposed a 4% increase in general property tax across all slabs, along with hikes in other levies. The proposal awaits commissioner approval amid political uncertainty.
The Uttar Pradesh government has launched a new scheme allocating Rs 100 crore to waive fees for one of two sisters studying in the same school, aiming to boost girl child education after delays and election-related suspensions.
Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna presents state budget highlighting significant crime reduction since 2016 through police modernization, improved intelligence, and stricter enforcement strategies.
The BJP commemorated Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya's death anniversary as Samarpan Diwas with tributes and seminars across Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing his antyodaya philosophy for inclusive development.
The Uttar Pradesh government has regularized 81 Fast Track Courts and allocated Rs 9,845 crore for judicial infrastructure to expedite cases, especially those involving crimes against women and financial disputes.
The state budget outlines significant funding for urban local bodies, focusing on street lighting, drainage, flood control, parking, sanitation, and digital service delivery to enhance civic infrastructure.
Bangladesh holds its first parliamentary elections since Sheikh Hasina's ouster, with BNP emerging as a frontrunner. In India, Rahul Gandhi criticizes the US trade deal, sparking a political row. Other top stories include a bioterrorism plot and contamina
The Karnataka Lokayukta has raided four government officials in disproportionate assets cases, with searches conducted in Bengaluru, Bengaluru Rural, Davangere, and Dharwad.
Priya Kapur, wife of Sunjay Kapur, has accused her mother-in-law Rani of making false statements in court regarding the RK Family Trust, escalating a high-profile family dispute.
Former Haryana MLA Balraj Kundu has reported receiving a Rs 5 crore extortion threat through WhatsApp, prompting a police investigation into the matter.
Rahul Gandhi criticizes the US-India deal, advocating for workers and farmers while questioning if the Prime Minister will heed public concerns or remains under strong external influence.
Tarique Rahman, chairman of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party, cast his vote in the parliamentary elections from London, highlighting the party's participation amid political tensions.
A police encounter in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, resulted in the death of a businessman and injuries to his two brothers, sparking an investigation into the incident.
Attorney General Pam Bondi's House Judiciary Committee hearing on Jeffrey Epstein files turned combative, with Democrats and a Republican accusing the DOJ of cover-ups and redaction failures. Bondi defended Trump and refused to apologize to survivors.
In its largest operation to date, the Yavatmal Excise Department intercepted a massive illicit liquor consignment worth over ₹1 crore destined for prohibition-enforced Wardha district. The bust involved foreign and country-made alcohol, vehicles, and coun
Gurgaon authorities have established a structured monitoring committee to fix accountability for civic problems like sewer overflows and encroachments, aiming for timely resolution and improved urban services.
A chartered Bell helicopter carrying senior officials of Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited was forced to land at Nagpur airport after a suspected bird hit. A dead pigeon was found on the runway, but the helicopter reportedly sustained no damage.
Divisional Commissioner Vijayalakshmi Bidari directs agencies to complete de-choking of nearly 4,000 trees by Feb 23, ahead of filing an affidavit before the Bombay High Court's Nagpur bench.
Gurugram Municipal Corporation announces on-the-spot fines of Rs 5,000 to Rs 50,000 for illegal waste dumping, following NGT orders to curb pollution and protect public health.
MCG began patchwork repairs on a 4km Gurgaon stretch after CM Nayab Singh Saini's 24-hour directive, revealing jurisdictional confusion between MCG and HSIIDC over responsibility for the crater-ridden road.
An 18-year-old burglar in Nagpur was arrested within 30 minutes after he contacted a police officer posing as a drug dealer to buy mephedrone with stolen money, leading to recovery of loot worth 4.80 lakh.
A new UN Security Council report directly links Jaish-e-Mohammed to the November car bombing near Delhi's Red Fort that killed 15 people. The report also reveals Masood Azhar's establishment of a women's wing to support terrorist activities.
Gurgaon Traffic Police issued 2,099 challans in January for drivers not wearing mandatory uniforms, collecting Rs 14.74 lakh in fines. Authorities conducted awareness campaigns alongside enforcement.
Hubballi Airport in Karnataka has introduced dedicated 'May I Help You?' help desks at both arrival and departure terminals to improve passenger facilitation and support services.
Hubballi Airport in Karnataka has introduced 'May I Help You?' help desks at both arrival and departure terminals to improve passenger assistance and streamline travel experiences.