Congress, AAP Back Rohit Pawar on Ajit Pawar Crash Probe
Congress and Aam Aadmi Party endorse MLA Rohit Pawar's demands for a thorough investigation into the plane crash involving Deputy CM Ajit Pawar, citing unanswered questions.
Category : Politics
Guyana Minister Stuns Parliament with Hindi Response
Guyana Minister Vikash Ramkisoon responded to critics in fluent Hindi during a parliamentary session, declaring he would debate any topic without notes. The viral video highlights Indian heritage in Caribbean politics.
Woman Accuses Award-Winning Partner of Rape, Abuse
A woman from Sirsa district has filed an FIR accusing her live-in partner, a recipient of the Prime Minister's National Child Award, of rape, physical abuse, and casteist insults. Police have registered the case and launched an investigation.
MHA Orders Full Vande Mataram at Official Events
The Union Home Ministry has issued a directive requiring all six stanzas of the national song 'Vande Mataram' to be sung at official functions, marking the 150th anniversary of its creation.
Karnataka Liquor Revenue Booms Despite High Taxes
Karnataka's excise revenue hits Rs 33,371 crore, exceeding targets by Rs 3,910 crore. Premium spirit demand rises despite 83% tax, the highest in India, with collections projected to surpass Rs 43,000 crore by March 2026.
Exiled Bangladesh Student Leader Pins Hopes on Election Boycott
Saddam Hussain, exiled president of Bangladesh's Chhatra League, claims his party's boycott call for February 12 elections aims to demonstrate Awami League's enduring influence and potentially open political negotiations.
Pune Trader Gets 10 Years for Raping Elderly Aunt
A Pune sessions court has sentenced a 57-year-old trader to 10 years' rigorous imprisonment for raping his 75-year-old aunt in 2019. The victim died during trial, but evidence including medical reports and immediate disclosure secured conviction.
Pune Water Supply Secure as Dam Levels Surge Past Last Year
Pune Municipal Corporation expects uninterrupted water supply this summer with dam storage at 19.5 TMC, 2.5 TMC higher than last year, providing a 45-day cushion against shortages.
Pune Zilla Parishad Leads Maharashtra's E-Governance Reform
Pune Zilla Parishad achieved the top rank in Maharashtra's 150-day e-governance reform programme, scoring 196.25 out of 200. It excelled in digital parameters like AI, blockchain, and GIS, while also receiving special commendation for its sevakarmi progra
Rajasthan Police Bust Interstate Burglary Gang, Arrest Two
Rajasthan police have dismantled an interstate gang linked to a major burglary in Jaipur's C-Scheme area, arresting two members from Delhi and UP and recovering Rs 25 lakh in cash and jewellery.
Nagpur Flyover Phase II Opens in June, Full Corridor by 2026
The second phase of Nagpur's Indora-Dighori flyover will open by June, with the entire corridor operational by mid-2026. The project features noise barriers, UHPFRC technology, and green initiatives like Miyawaki forests.
Pune Leaders Push for Missing Road Links in Pashan-Baner
Elected representatives in Pune conducted a field visit to expedite completion of missing road links in Pashan-Someshwarwadi-Baner-Balewadi areas, aiming to streamline traffic and improve access to Katraj-Dehuroad Bypass.
Akola Court Acquits Congress Leaders in 1988 Railway Protest Case
A local court in Akola acquitted all Congress leaders and workers involved in the 1988 agitation against railway platform ticket price hikes, ending a 37-year legal battle. The court ruled the protest was a democratic movement in public interest.
Pune Courier Man Foils Gold Bar Swap Scam
A vigilant delivery executive in Pune's Moshi area prevented a sophisticated fraud attempt involving gold bars worth Rs 3 lakh by noticing parcel discrepancies and alerting police immediately.
Pune Police Arrest Two for Gold Chain Snatching on Evening Walk
Two men from Beed were arrested for snatching a Rs 2.5 lakh gold chain from a retired police constable's wife during an evening walk in Kharadi, Pune. The alert ex-constable thwarted their escape.
Life Term for Gurgaon Man in 2018 Murder and Dismemberment Case
A Gurgaon court has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for assisting his employer in murdering an acquaintance, dismembering the body, and disposing of remains in 2018. The case involved financial disputes and brutal evidence.
CRPF Man Killed in Pune Highway Hit-and-Run
A 34-year-old CRPF employee, Mahadev Nazirkar, was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the Pune-Solapur highway near Indapur. The driver fled the scene, and police are investigating.
Indian Army Southern Command Pokhran Exercise Rudra Shakti
Southern Army Commander Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth reviewed Exercise Rudra Shakti, a major all-arms manoeuvre with live firing at Pokhran, validating new operational concepts and combat readiness in the desert sector.
BJP's Dheeraj Suryavanshi Elected Sangli Mayor Unopposed
Dheeraj Suryavanshi of BJP and Gajanan Magdum of NCP were elected unopposed as mayor and deputy mayor of Sangli-Miraj-Kupwad Municipal Corporation after opposition alliance abstained from nominations.
Noida Daily Anti-Encroachment Drives Target Unauthorized Vendors
Noida Authority intensifies crackdown on unauthorized vendors and roadside stalls with daily enforcement drives across multiple sectors to ensure smooth traffic flow and accessible public spaces.
DMK's Micro-Strategy for TN Polls as TVK Looms
The DMK is recalibrating its electoral approach with a micro-strategy to engage diverse communities in Tamil Nadu, as Vijay's TVK threatens to disrupt traditional vote banks.
Chandigarh Police Bust Drug Racket, Arrest Two with 1.28 Kg Charas
Chandigarh Police's Operations Cell arrested two drug peddlers, seizing over 1.28 kg of charas in an interstate trafficking bust. The supplier was nabbed in Himachal Pradesh.
Law Student Critical After Shooting Classmate and Self in Punjab
A law student in Punjab remains critical after allegedly shooting a woman classmate dead and then himself. Police are investigating the weapon's origin and the victim's mother questions another student's role.
Gujarat Couple Kidnapped in Azerbaijan Rescued by MEA
A couple from Gujarat, traveling to the US, was kidnapped in Azerbaijan and rescued with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs' intervention, highlighting diplomatic efforts.
Shimla Raid: 100+ Wildlife Items Seized, 6 Arrested
Authorities in Shimla have seized over 100 wildlife articles, including leopard claws, from local jewellery shops, leading to the arrest of six individuals in a major crackdown on illegal wildlife trade.
Army Questions War Movie Distortions After Soldiers Found Alive
The Indian Army criticizes war movies for distorting facts after two soldiers declared dead in a border incident were found alive, sparking debate on cinematic accuracy.
Bomb Threats at 4 Mohali Schools, Students Sent Home
Four private schools in Mohali, including YPS, received bomb threats via email, leading to immediate evacuations and heightened security measures.
Lucknow Passport Office Grievance Camp on Feb 21
The Regional Passport Office in Lucknow will organize a public grievance redressal camp on February 21 at all four Passport Seva Kendras in the region. Applicants can attend without appointments to resolve issues directly with officials.
Nagpur Teen Raped, Blackmailed by Three Youths
A 15-year-old Class 9 student in Nagpur was allegedly raped and blackmailed by three teenagers, including two minors, in the Nandanvan locality last week. Police have arrested one adult accused.
Bombay HC Dismisses Petitions Against Nagpur Demolition
The Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court dismissed petitions challenging the demolition of illegal constructions in Poonam Towers and Poonam Chambers, upholding NMC's action.
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