HP Staring at Financial Emergency, Claims Former CM
Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur alleges the state is on the brink of a financial emergency, citing mismanagement and rising debt under the current government.
Category : Politics
Chagos Sovereignty Deal: What Changed on Feb 4-5
An analysis of the recent Chagos sovereignty deal, detailing the critical changes and diplomatic shifts that occurred on February 4-5, with implications for international relations and territorial disputes.
Rahul Gandhi's Message to Gen Z: Stay Flexible, Persevere
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi shared insights from his interaction with UAE NRI students, addressing Gen Z anxieties about confidence, judgment, and balancing passion with profession.
Siddaramaiah's Chopper Lands at Wrong Helipad in Pilot Mix-Up
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's helicopter mistakenly landed at an incorrect helipad during a visit for a wedding, with officials citing pilot error as the cause of the navigational mishap.
Netanyahu Meets Trump to Discuss Iran Diplomacy Scope
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet President Donald Trump in Washington to address US-Iran diplomacy, focusing on nuclear issues versus broader regional threats.
Haryana Fertiliser Supply: Govt Data vs Farmer Reality
Union government data shows sufficient urea availability in Haryana over five years, but Ambala MP Varun Chaudhary highlights persistent shortages and delays affecting farmers on the ground.
Haryana CM: Animal Husbandry Key to Atmanirbhar Bharat Vision
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized modernizing livestock farming for economic growth at the 41st State-Level Livestock Exhibition in Kurukshetra, awarding champions with significant cash prizes.
PM Modi Sets May Deadline for Highway Quality Overhaul
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed the road transport ministry to prioritize quality improvement and develop SOPs by May, following numerous complaints about poor highway conditions, especially during monsoons.
Kolkata Airport Safety: Illegal Structures, Bird Hazards
The Airfield Environment Management Committee meeting addressed critical safety issues at Kolkata airport, including illegal structures, tall trees, and garbage attracting birds, posing risks during take-off and landing.
Police Use Force on Punjab Teachers' Protest March
A protest by special cadre teachers in Mohali turned violent as police used water cannons and lathi-charge, injuring five including union president. Teachers demand pay scales and benefits.
Calcutta HC: Bias Apprehension Not Ground to Quash Award
The Calcutta High Court ruled that mere apprehension of bias against arbitrators cannot invalidate awards, emphasizing distinct standards for arbitrators versus judges in arbitration disputes.
Kolkata Bus Narrow Escape as Tree Collapses in Lake Town
A private bus on route 223 in Kolkata's Lake Town had a miraculous escape when a large Krishnachura tree collapsed on it Sunday morning. The alert driver's quick action prevented injuries, though three parked cars were damaged.
SGPC Land Fraud: 7 Accused of Selling Gurdwara Land
Sohana police have registered a case against seven individuals for allegedly selling 44 marlas of Gurdwara Amb Sahib land using a forged power of attorney, causing a Rs 1.32 crore loss to the SGPC.
AIADMK's EPS: DMK-Congress Rift Grows, Alliance Gains Strength
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami asserts the DMK-Congress dispute remains unresolved while his alliance expands with new parties, targeting rivals over governance and leadership.
Kolkata Airport Hits Lowest Rank in 2025 After IndiGo Crisis
Kolkata airport's quarterly rating dropped to 72, its worst in 2025, due to IndiGo's nationwide flight disruptions in December. Despite maintaining a 4.9 score, it fell behind other AAI airports.
Man Caught Breaking into House in Trichy, Tools Seized
A 31-year-old man from Tuticorin was apprehended by neighbors while trying to break into an 82-year-old woman's locked house in Trichy. Police arrested him with burglary tools; no property was stolen.
Kakinada Officials Study Madurai's SMILE Anti-Begging Project
A delegation from Kakinada visited Madurai to study the SMILE project, which has rehabilitated over 500 people and reduced begging by 90% at key locations through shelter homes and job placements.
Ludhiana Boy Murder: Autopsy Shows Throat Slit, Police Probe Rivalry
The autopsy of 9-year-old Aman in Ludhiana found his throat slit with a sharp weapon, causing death. No visible signs of sexual assault were detected, with police now investigating interpersonal rivalry as a motive.
Disabled Employees in Tamil Nadu Rally for Policy Changes
TANDAGETA organized a bike rally and meeting in Madurai, demanding 4% reservation in promotions, online grievance redressal, tax exemptions, and improved accessibility in government offices.
AIADMK Functionary Murder in Madurai: 7 Arrested
Police in Madurai have arrested seven individuals, including the wife of an AIADMK functionary and two minors, for his murder. The investigation revealed an extramarital affair as the motive behind the brutal killing.
TGFSL Director: No Evidence Lost in Hyderabad Lab Fire
TGFSL Director Shikha Goel refutes BRS allegations, confirming all material from 2015 cash-for-vote and phone-tapping cases was safe and not present during the Hyderabad forensic lab fire.
Sanitary Worker Honored for Returning Lost Gold, Silver
A Tiruvarur municipal worker, K Durai, was felicitated for his honesty after finding and returning a bag containing 20 sovereigns of gold and 750g of silver to its rightful owner.
MY Bharat Revives Abandoned Youth Hostel in Trichy
Mera Yuva Bharat initiates revival of its abandoned youth hostel in Trichy's Khajamalai. A fresh DPR is prepared, with CPWD inspecting for renovation. MP Durai Vaiko seeks additional funds for comprehensive overhaul to benefit students and sportspersons.
Nagapattinam Man Held for Assault on Disabled Woman
A 30-year-old man was arrested near Vedaranyam in Nagapattinam district for allegedly sexually assaulting a 21-year-old disabled woman while her parents were away at work. The accused, S Suresh, has been remanded to judicial custody as the investigation c
BJP Seeks Probe into Telangana FSL Fire, Cites Phone Tapping Case
BJP Telangana demands an impartial investigation into the fire at the Forensic Science Laboratory, alleging it was a deliberate act to obstruct the phone tapping probe and accusing Congress and BRS of collusion.
Doval's Canada Visit Yields Security Workplan, Eases Tensions
NSA Ajit Doval's first bilateral visit to Canada since 2023 diplomatic strife resulted in a shared security workplan, liaison officers, and cybersecurity cooperation, ahead of PM Carney's India trip.
Cab Driver Assaulted by Drunk Women in Bengaluru After Crash
A cab driver in Bengaluru was brutally assaulted by a group of intoxicated women after a late-night car crash, highlighting rising concerns over public safety and road rage incidents in the city.
Kolkata's New 7-Km Road to Cut Travel Time by Half
The West Bengal government has transferred a 7-km stretch connecting Sector V and Bantala to NDITA for concrete paver upgrades, aiming to slash travel time between Sector V and Ruby via Basanti Highway by nearly 50%.
Kerala Govt Blamed for Delays in 106 Railway Overbridge Projects
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw cites land acquisition, alignment issues, and protests as key reasons for stalled construction of 106 road overbridges in Kerala, impacting Rs 4,932 crore projects.
Varkala Car Crash Kills Woman, Injures Three Family Members
A devastating car accident near Varkala resulted in the death of a 50-year-old woman and serious injuries to three family members after their vehicle crashed into a roadside wall on Saturday.
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