Bombay HC Refuses to Stay 3-Day Liquor Ban for BMC Polls
The Bombay High Court declined to grant interim relief to liquor retailers, upholding a three-day ban on alcohol sales during the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation elections.
Category : Politics
BMC Polls: Thackeray Fate Hangs on Mumbai's Verdict
The upcoming Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation election will determine the political future of the Thackeray family, who have long championed Mumbai's Marathi identity and civic discourse.
Panchamitra WhatsApp Chatbot: High Grievances in Kalaburagi, Tumakuru
Kalaburagi and Tumakuru districts recorded the highest complaints on the Panchamitra WhatsApp chatbot for rural grievances, with officials citing a 99.50% resolution rate amid some user concerns.
US Aims for Deeper Nuclear Cooperation with India Post-Shanti Act
The United States expresses interest in expanding civil nuclear collaboration with India after the recent enactment of the Shanti Act, signaling stronger bilateral ties.
Telangana HC Quashes Dowry Case Against NRI in US
The Telangana High Court dismissed criminal proceedings against an NRI accused of harassing his wife in the US, citing inadmissible hearsay evidence and absence of mandatory central government sanction.
BMC Candidates Question Phased Vote Counting Plan
Candidates in Mumbai's BMC elections express concerns over phased vote counting, arguing it could delay results and obscure early trends across the city.
Pak Drones Sighted Again in J&K, Army Boosts Surveillance
Multiple Pakistani drones were observed along the LoC in Jammu and Kashmir for the second time in 48 hours. The Indian Army has heightened alertness and deployed counter-UAS measures.
Thane Air Hostess Suicide: Ex-Partner Booked for Abetment
A 21-year-old air hostess allegedly died by suicide in Kalyan. Police registered an FIR against her former partner for abetment after family complaints of threats and financial exploitation.
MP HC: Aadhaar, Voter ID Not Conclusive Age Proof
Madhya Pradesh High Court quashes reinstatement of retired worker, ruling Aadhaar and voter ID cards cannot be treated as conclusive proof of date of birth in service matters.
BMC Polls 2026: 13 Valid ID Proofs for Voters
The Maharashtra State Election Commission announces 13 identity proofs, including photo ID cards, for the 2026 BMC elections. Voters must carry valid documents to cast their ballots.
Trump Warns Greenland PM After US Control Offer Rejected
Donald Trump escalates tensions with Denmark and Greenland, threatening consequences after the island's prime minister rejects US control offer. The dispute raises Arctic sovereignty questions.
Rs 50 Lakh Cash Seized in Ulhasnagar After Campaigning
Police in Ulhasnagar seized Rs 50 lakh cash from an autorickshaw just an hour after campaigning ended for municipal elections. Independent candidate alleges voter inducement.
Mumbai Civic Polls: Final Campaign Push Across Maharashtra
Candidates made last-minute appeals as campaigning ended for BMC elections. Parties focused on development, Hindutva, and local issues across 29 corporations.
Nadia Tops West Bengal Voter Irregularities, South Kolkata Clean
West Bengal's special voter revision reveals Nadia district has the highest number of questionable registrations, while south Kolkata and Bankura show no issues. Election Commission remains silent on state data.
Arki Fire: Charred Remains Found, Search for 6 Missing
Charred human remains recovered in Arki fire tragedy as rescue teams search debris for six missing persons. DNA samples collected for identification.
Calcutta HC Restricts Entry for ED-I-PAC Hearing After Chaos
Calcutta High Court limits courtroom entry to counsels only and mandates live streaming for ED and TMC petitions hearing after overcrowding forced adjournment last week.
Gurgaon Water Crisis: Tanker Demand Soars, Prices Skyrocket
Gurgaon residents face severe water shortage as pipeline repairs disrupt supply. Tanker demand surges, prices double, and residents struggle with limited availability and quality concerns.
Greater Noida Call Centre Worker Strangled by Stalker
A 25-year-old call centre employee in Greater Noida was strangled by a vegetable vendor who stalked her for a year. Police arrested the accused after a gunfight.
Noida Demolishes Encroachments on Village Ponds in Bilaspur
Noida district administration conducted a demolition drive in Bilaspur, clearing illegal encroachments from government land including two village ponds worth Rs 5.5 crore.
Congress, BJP Start 2027 Punjab Poll Push in Rural Rallies
Congress and BJP held parallel rallies in rural Punjab from Jan 7-12, focusing on MGNREGA and VB-G-RAM-G schemes while mobilizing support for the 2027 Assembly elections. Both parties plan second phases soon.
India Passport Rises 5 Spots in 2026 Global Ranking
The Henley Passport Index 2026 reveals Singapore holds the world's most powerful passport with 192 visa-free destinations. India moves up five positions to 80th globally, while Afghanistan ranks last.
Aaditya Thackeray: BJP Calls Environmentalists 'Urban Naxals'
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray criticizes BJP's environmental policies, alleging they label eco-activists as 'urban Naxals' and fail to distinguish development from destruction.
Air France passengers stranded in Turkmenistan get support
Indian passengers on an Air France flight from Bengaluru to Paris remain stranded in Turkmenistan after technical issues. Embassy officials have promised full assistance.
BSSC Extends Bihar Govt Job Application Dates, Adds Vacancies
Bihar Staff Selection Commission extends deadlines for 2nd Inter Level exam applications to Jan 31, 2026, adding 1,317 new posts. Total vacancies now 24,492 with detailed category-wise distribution.
Three Arrested in Ghaziabad Murder Case After Police Encounter
Ghaziabad police arrested three men in a gunfight after they were identified as suspects in the murder of their friend Sufiyan. The arrest followed an investigation using CCTV footage and surveillance.
Fire at MP's Chanakyapuri Home, No Injuries Reported
A fire incident occurred at a Member of Parliament's residence on Mother Teresa Crescent in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, on Tuesday morning. Firefighters responded quickly and controlled the blaze within 30 minutes, with no injuries reported.
Pune Police Visits NCP Campaign Firm Office
Pune police visited the office of a private election campaign management firm working for NCP. The firm's founder said police sought details about their work but found no adverse issues.
Pune Civic Polls: Campaigning Ends After High-Voltage Weeks
Campaigning for Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad municipal elections concluded Tuesday after two intense weeks. The NCP's free Metro and bus ride promise sparked debate, while BJP called it unrealistic. Key leaders held rallies as parties vied for control.
Noida Court Gives 7-Year Jail for Minor's Molestation
A Noida Pocso court sentenced a man to seven years rigorous imprisonment and Rs 50,000 fine for molesting and sexually assaulting a 9-year-old girl in Jewar. The court noted key witnesses turned hostile.
Pune Court Sentences 10 to Life for 2017 Farmhouse Murders
A Pune court has convicted and sentenced 10 accused to rigorous life imprisonment for the murder of an elderly farmer couple and their son in a 2017 dacoity case near Talegaon.
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