Karnataka Congress MLC Dismisses Chief Minister Change Rumors
Karnataka Congress MLC Yathindra Siddaramaiah firmly denies speculation of a chief minister change, stating the party high command has ruled out any leadership shift ahead of civic polls.
Category : Politics
Rajasthan Teens Fight to Stop Forced Child Marriages
Two Class 12 students in Rajasthan's Bundi district have approached authorities to prevent their forced marriages scheduled for February 10. Officials have issued prohibitory orders and placed the girls in protective custody.
Delhi Man Found Dead in Construction Pit; Family Alleges Police Delay
A 25-year-old call centre employee was found dead in an open construction pit in west Delhi's Janakpuri. Family alleges police delayed search efforts despite immediate reporting of his disappearance.
Indian Coast Guard Busts International Oil Smuggling Racket
In a complex air-sea operation, the Indian Coast Guard uncovered a sophisticated international racket smuggling cheap oil from conflict zones via mid-sea transfers in the Arabian Sea.
Japan's PM Sanae Takaichi Wins Over Young Voters
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's social media savvy and decisive policies resonate strongly with younger voters, propelling her toward a projected election victory.
NCP (SP) Corporator Supports Shinde Sena for BMC Mayor Poll
Ajit Raorane, the lone NCP (SP) corporator in BMC, extends support to Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena to secure development funds, boosting the Mahayuti bloc ahead of the February 11 mayoral election.
Kerala Reaffirms NPR Block After Union Budget Allocation
Kerala issues a new order suspending NPR activities, citing a 2019 decision, following the Union Budget's Rs 6,000 crore allocation for NPR and Census 2027.
PM Modi's Malaysia Visit Focuses on Defence, Economic Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Malaysia aims to deepen bilateral defence and economic cooperation, enhancing strategic ties between the two nations.
UP EC Extends Voter Roll Revision, Counters Form 7 Claims
The Election Commission extends Uttar Pradesh's voter roll revision to March 6, with final rolls on April 10. CEO Navdeep Rinwa refutes claims of mass Form 7 misuse for voter deletions.
TDB to Review Sabarimala Tantri's Continuation
Travancore Devaswom Board member P D Santhosh Kumar states the board will examine if Tantri Kandararu Rajeevaru should continue in his role due to allegations, citing potential devotee concerns.
Taiwan Detects Chinese Military Sorties and Naval Vessels
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected six Chinese military aircraft and seven naval vessels near its territory, with five entering its air defense identification zone. This follows similar incidents amid US-China diplomatic talks.
PM Modi Visits Malaysia for Strategic Talks with Anwar Ibrahim
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has departed for a two-day official visit to Malaysia, where he will hold talks with PM Anwar Ibrahim to deepen defence, economic, and innovation ties under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Congress Slams US-India Trade Deal as Tilted Toward Washington
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh alleges the US-India Joint Statement favors American interests, impacting India's energy, agriculture, and trade balance.
Trump China Visit Jeopardized by Taiwan Arms Sale: FT
US President Donald Trump's planned state visit to China in April faces potential disruption due to a likely $20 billion arms sale to Taiwan, according to a Financial Times report citing unnamed sources.
BJD Slams Odisha Govt Over Mahanadi Dispute Inaction
BJD leaders allege the Odisha government failed to resolve the Mahanadi water dispute, allowing Chhattisgarh to construct additional dams, threatening Odisha's water security and agriculture.
Odisha to Transform Vacant Govt Buildings into Affordable Housing
The Odisha government has begun identifying vacant government buildings across the state to convert them into affordable rental housing complexes, aiming to address urban housing shortages and provide low-cost accommodation.
Ex-Multani Bakery Owner Dies by Suicide in Solapur
Sunil Motilal Sadarangani, former owner of Solapur's iconic Multani Bakery, died by suicide on Thursday. Police say he faced financial and psychological issues, with no foul play suspected.
Ghaziabad Toilet Caretaker Murdered Over Rs 300 Fee; Two Held
Two men arrested in Ghaziabad for allegedly strangling a public toilet caretaker who barred their entry over non-payment of Rs 300. Police add multiple BNS and Arms Act sections to the murder case.
PM Modi Visits Malaysia to Boost Defence, Diaspora Relations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi begins a two-day visit to Malaysia, focusing on deepening defence cooperation, economic partnership, and engaging with the large Indian diaspora community.
HC Relaxes Tree-Cutting Ban for Mohali Rotaries, Orders 5,000 New Trees
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has partially relaxed its tree-cutting ban to allow crucial rotary construction in Mohali, aiming to ease traffic congestion. The court mandated compensatory planting of 5,000 trees by developers and tenfold replanting by
Delhi's Chilly 11.8°C Low, AQI Poor at 214
Delhi experienced a cold morning with temperatures dropping to 11.8°C while air quality remained poor at 214 AQI. The IMD forecasts strong winds and a high of 24.8°C, slightly above normal.
UPERC Accepts Discoms' Filings, Demands Clear Tariff Plans
Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission has accepted financial filings from five state discoms for 2026-27 but warned no tariff revision will be considered without clear rate proposals from utilities.
SP Chief Targets BJP Over School Closures, Promises Education Push
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav pledges to reintroduce PDA Pathshala initiative statewide if voted to power in 2027, citing government data showing 18,272 public schools closed and 8,475 private schools opened in five years.
SC Warns Telangana Speaker on Defection Cases, Threatens Contempt
The Supreme Court has issued a final warning to the Telangana assembly speaker, threatening contempt proceedings if he fails to decide disqualification petitions against two BRS MLAs within three weeks.
Hyderabad Voter Roll Mapping at 28%, Lowest in Telangana
Hyderabad shows the weakest performance in Telangana's electoral roll verification, with just 28% mapping coverage, highlighting urban challenges like migration and frequent address changes.
Census 2027 Delhi: Digital Houselisting Starts April 15
Delhi's Census 2027 first phase begins April 15 with digital houselisting. Master trainers undergo training, 260 officers to supervise mobile-based data collection across 13 districts.
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Countries Trading with Iran
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order allowing tariffs on imports from countries that trade with Iran, while describing ongoing talks with Tehran as 'very good'.
Nizam Club Election Delay Sparks Major Power Struggle
Hyderabad's historic Nizam Club faces a severe governance crisis after elections were delayed by over four months, splitting its elite membership and halting routine operations.
UPSC CSE 2026: IAS/IFS Barred, IPS Attempts, PwBD Priority
UPSC's CSE 2026 rules bar IAS/IFS appointees from reappearing, allow IPS candidates one improvement attempt, and prioritize PwBD candidates at exam centers with new locations added.
EC Briefs 1,444 Observers for Assembly Polls in Five Regions
The Election Commission conducted a comprehensive briefing for 1,444 central observers, including 14 IAS officers from West Bengal, to oversee assembly elections in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
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