Alka Lamba Demands Murder Charges in Water Tragedy
All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba demands murder charges for Bhagirathpura contaminated water crisis, Rs 1 crore compensation per family, and criticizes SIR as vote theft tool.
Category : Politics
HC Orders UP to Scrutinize Teacher Appointments in 6 Months
Allahabad High Court directs Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Department to review assistant teacher appointments within six months and take action against those with forged documents.
Chhattisgarh Communal Clash: 6 Homes Burnt, Cops Hurt
A mob in Dutkaiyya village, Gariaband district, set fire to six minority community houses, injuring seven police personnel during a tense rescue operation that saved 20 people.
Thakur Explains Himachal's 16th Finance Commission Share Rise
BJP MP Anurag Thakur clarifies Himachal Pradesh's share in the divisible pool increased to 0.914% under the 16th Finance Commission, bringing Rs 2,388 crore extra in 2025-26, while addressing revenue deficit grant discontinuation.
Transgender Community Demands Probe into Yoga Teacher's Murder
Members of Odisha's transgender community protest at Bhubaneswar's Airport Square, demanding a crime branch investigation and compensation for the murder of a 25-year-old yoga teacher in Pipili.
Minister Seeks Budget for Gurgaon-Rewari Infrastructure, Aravalli Conservation
Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh has written to Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini, demanding substantial budget allocations for Gurgaon and Rewari's infrastructure, waste management, and Aravalli conservation ahead of the 2026–27 state budget.
Gurgaon: Dual-Source Power for Essential Services Approved
DHBVN issues circular permitting dual-source electricity supply for hospitals, irrigation facilities, and Delhi Metro services to improve power reliability and reduce diesel generator dependency.
Ex-Rajasthan Minister Hem Singh Bhadana Dies at 59
Former Rajasthan cabinet minister Hem Singh Bhadana, who battled cancer for six months, passed away in Alwar. His political journey and final rites attended by top leaders are detailed.
BJP MP Urges Restoration of Kalka-Barmer Express, Other Trains
BJP Rajya Sabha MP Kartikeya Sharma raised the need for early restoration of important rail services like Kalka-Barmer Express in Parliament, highlighting benefits for regional connectivity and passengers.
British Tourists Get 'Leave India' Notice for Palestine Stickers
Rajasthan CID served a 'leave India' notice to two British tourists in Pushkar for posting pro-Palestine stickers, citing visa violations and local sensitivities.
BPL Card Holder Asked Rs 4 Lakh for RTI Info in Jabalpur
A Jabalpur power company demanded over Rs 4 lakh from a BPL card holder for RTI information, violating the RTI Act. The MP Human Rights Commission has ordered an inquiry into this serious breach of transparency laws.
NIA Court Returns Andrabi Case to Convicting Judge
A Delhi NIA court transferred Kashmiri separatist Aasiya Andrabi's case back to the judge who convicted her, citing judicial continuity for sentencing under UAPA and IPC charges.
Greenland PM Rejects US Pressure, Russia Dismisses Claims
Greenland's Prime Minister warns US against attempts to control the Arctic island as Russia counters Western narratives. The geopolitical standoff tests NATO unity amid renewed strategic tensions.
Thakur Criticises Sukhu for Blaming Centre, Highlights Scheme Issues
Opposition leader Jai Ram Thakur criticises Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu for blaming the Centre for state failures, citing incomplete projects and funding issues in central schemes.
MP HC Quashes Corruption Case Against Excise Officer
The Madhya Pradesh High Court has quashed prosecution sanction and proceedings against Alok Kumar Khare, a deputy commissioner of excise, under the Prevention of Corruption Act, citing family income considerations and lengthy check period.
Bhopal: Khajuri Road Deaths Fall 56% in 2025, Misrod Now Most Dangerous
Bhopal traffic police data reveals Khajuri area witnessed 56% reduction in road accident fatalities in 2025 compared to 2024, though accidents and injuries remained similar. Infrastructure improvements and enforcement credited for decline, while Misrod em
Sanjay Kumar Takes Over as Bhopal Police Commissioner
Sanjay Kumar formally assumed charge as Bhopal's new police commissioner on Monday, succeeding Harinarayanchari Mishra following a major IPS reshuffle by the state home department.
Himachal Pradesh Faces Rs 10,000 Crore Annual Loss
Himachal Pradesh deputy chief minister Mukesh Agnihotri warns of Rs 10,000 crore annual financial loss due to 16th Finance Commission recommendations, calling it a 'long-term crisis' for the state's economy.
Four Arrested in Khurda Murder Case, Police Cite Enmity
Khurda police arrest four men for the murder of Basudev Parida in Begunia, attributing the killing to long-standing enmity over stone quarry control. Investigation ongoing.
Jabalpur Court: Life Sentence for Siblings in Murder Case
A sessions court in Jabalpur has sentenced two brothers to life imprisonment for murdering a man in 2022 over old enmity, imposing a Rs 15,000 fine on each.
Skin Color, Gender Set Child Trafficking Prices in Gujarat Racket
Gujarat police investigation into an inter-state child trafficking ring reveals fair-skinned infants fetched Rs 6-7 lakh, while darker-skinned children sold for Rs 2-3 lakh, with gender also determining market value.
US Exits WHO and 66 International Organizations
The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization and 66 other international entities, marking a significant shift in global engagement and raising questions about future diplomatic relations.
NGT Bhopal Demands Narmada River Cleanup Compliance Report
The National Green Tribunal's Bhopal bench has ordered the principal secretary (environment) to submit a detailed compliance report on measures to protect the Narmada River, including floodplain demarcation and pollution control.
Husband Arrested for Wife's Murder in Solan Village
Kasauli police arrested Chatar Singh for allegedly murdering his wife in Shanogi village. The incident occurred following an altercation, with evidence including a knife and scissors seized.
Pune Land Probe Report Due Feb 6, No More Extensions
The committee investigating alleged irregularities in a Mundhwa land purchase deed linked to Parth Pawar is finalizing its report and is expected to submit it to the Maharashtra government by February 6 without seeking another extension.
Himachal CM Launches Homestay Portal, Eases Rules
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched a dedicated homestay registration portal to simplify tourism procedures, offering online management and provisional renewals.
Rajasthan Minister on Budget, ERCP, Water Projects
Rajasthan's irrigation minister Suresh Rawat praises the Union Budget, announces ERCP completion by 2027, and outlines new water projects for the state while countering opposition criticism.
Karnataka Hate Speech Bill Referred to President Amid Row
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara alleges Governor Thaawar Chand Gehlot referred the Hate Speech Bill to President Murmu to shelve it. BJP criticizes the legislation as anti-democratic.
HC Resumes Hearing in Chhatrapati Murder Case After New Facts Emerge
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has resumed hearing in the Ram Chander Chhatrapati murder case after new facts emerged, delaying the verdict on Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim's appeal.
Father Kills Child for Election Eligibility, Arrested
Telangana police arrest Maharashtra man for drowning his 6-year-old daughter to qualify for gram panchayat elections, as those with more than two children are barred from contesting in Maharashtra.
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