Kanpur Advocates Vote in UP Bar Council Polls
In Kanpur Nagar, 8,511 out of 11,908 advocates participated in the two-day Uttar Pradesh Bar Council elections, part of a statewide process involving 2,49,918 registered members.
Category : Politics
Syria's Al-Sharaa Meets Putin, Praises Russia's Role
Syrian Transitional President Ahmed al-Sharaa met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow, discussing Syria's reconstruction, economic ties, and Russia's military bases. Al-Sharaa praised Russia's stabilizing role while signaling a foreign policy shift
Mamata Counters Modi in Singur, Pitches Industry-Farm Balance
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee held a rally in Singur, countering PM Modi's criticism of TMC's anti-industry policies. She inaugurated 1,694 projects worth Rs 33,551 crore, emphasizing a balance between agriculture and industry ahead of state elections.
Iran's Ali Larijani Meets India's Deputy NSA Pavan Kapoor
Senior Iranian official Ali Larijani engaged in discussions with India's Deputy National Security Adviser Pavan Kapoor, focusing on bilateral relations and regional security matters.
Punjab Civic Bodies Get Nod for Rs 10 Lakh Projects
The Punjab government has delegated authority to municipal corporations and councils, allowing them to approve building plans and projects valued up to Rs 10 lakh without higher-level clearance.
BJP Slams Punjab's Health Cover Expenditure Caps
BJP leaders in Punjab have strongly criticized the expenditure caps under the state's health cover scheme, calling them insufficient and demanding immediate revisions to better serve the public.
Akali Dal Alleges Punjab CM Compromised on River Waters
Shiromani Akali Dal has accused Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann of compromising on the state's river waters issue, alleging a failure to protect Punjab's interests in water-sharing disputes.
Ajit Pawar Funeral Live: Last Rites at 11 AM in Baramati
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar's funeral procession begins at 9 AM from Vidya Pratishthan campus, concluding at 11 AM. Postmortems of crash crew completed, bodies handed to families.
CCTV Shows Ajit Pawar's Plane Tilt Before Baramati Crash
Fresh CCTV visuals from Baramati airport show Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar's aircraft tilting sharply before crashing, supporting eyewitness accounts of instability during landing in foggy conditions.
Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar Dies in Jet Crash
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, 66, and four others died when their private Learjet 45 crashed near Baramati airport. The AAIB has launched an investigation into the crash, with poor visibility and technical issues suspected as contributing
Man Survives 15 Stabs, Canal Dumping in Lucknow
A 21-year-old man from Lucknow's Gosainganj survived being stabbed 15 times and dumped in a canal, using his swimming skills to escape. Police arrested all six accused within 24 hours.
Ghaziabad: 150+ Hazardous Open Drains, Pits Found in Safety Audit
Ghaziabad authorities identified over 150 dangerous open drains, broken culverts, and construction pits lacking safety measures across the city. Joint inspections reveal major hazards in residential and industrial areas.
Noida Police Arrests 3 in Motorcycle Theft Gang Bust
Noida police arrested three members of an organized motorcycle theft gang, recovering five stolen bikes and dismantled parts. The accused conducted nighttime reconnaissance and used master keys to steal vehicles.
Pune: Scooterist Killed in Hadapsar Flyover SUV Accident
A fatal accident on Hadapsar flyover in Pune claimed the life of a 40-year-old scooterist and left another severely injured after an SUV hit their two-wheelers late Monday night.
Ajit Pawar's Frightening Flight Experience Recalled
A chilling anecdote from Ajit Pawar about a turbulent helicopter ride to Gadchiroli in July 2024 has resurfaced after his tragic death, highlighting the perils of air travel in adverse weather conditions.
Gurgaon Schools Evacuated After Bomb Threat Emails
Multiple schools in Gurgaon were evacuated on Wednesday following bomb threat emails. Police deployed bomb squads but found no explosives, confirming it was a hoax.
Haryana Rights Panel Slams Police Probe in Sewer Deaths
Haryana Human Rights Commission criticizes police investigation into hotel sewer deaths as biased and suspicious, ordering fresh probe and summoning officials.
NIA Searches Kerala Locations in PFI Jihadi Case
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has carried out searches at multiple locations in Kerala as part of its investigation into the PFI Jihadi case. This development underscores ongoing efforts to address security concerns in the region.
Ajit Pawar's Campaign Trail Ends in Baramati Tragedy
NCP president Ajit Pawar's intense election campaign for zilla parishad polls was tragically interrupted by a fatal accident in Baramati, his hometown, highlighting his relentless political schedule.
Gujarat BJP Corporator's U-Turn on Padma Shri Winner
A BJP corporator in Junagadh who objected to dholak player Mir Haji Kasam's voter enrollment now celebrates his Padma Shri award, highlighting electoral verification processes in Gujarat.
1986: Challenger Explodes, Sikh Threats, Gorbachev Visit
On January 29, 1986, the US space shuttle Challenger exploded, killing all seven astronauts. Sikh extremists threatened an Indian diplomat in London, Mikhail Gorbachev planned an India visit, and Delhi saw unexpected rain.
Ajit Pawar's Legacy in Pune's Infrastructure and Politics
Ajit Pawar's decades-long influence transformed Pune's infrastructure, from metro projects to water solutions, while establishing his political dominance after Congress's decline.
Seers Protest UGC Bill at Magh Mela, Warn of Division
Religious leaders at Prayagraj's Magh Mela demand withdrawal of the new UGC Bill, warning it could create societal divisions and harm Hindu unity and youth.
Bangladesh Dismisses India's Security Concerns
Bangladesh foreign affairs adviser Md Touhid Hossain says India's decision to recall diplomats' families is 'their choice' and not a security concern, amid anti-India protests and attacks on minorities.
Starmer Pledges 'Mature' China Relationship in Beijing
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledges to build a more mature relationship with China during his historic Beijing visit, the first by a UK PM in eight years, emphasizing national interest in engagement.
Tharoor: Civilisational Pride Should Celebrate India's Diversity
Shashi Tharoor argues that India's civilisational identity should be rooted in its historical inclusivity and pluralism, not reduced to Hindu-Muslim binaries that betray its essence.
Urban India: The New Political Power Beyond Cities
India's urban population is transforming from demographic statistic to political ideology, with urban ideals reshaping national consciousness and governance priorities beyond mere election outcomes.
Nagpur Police Arrest Mumbai Man in ATM Fraud Case
Nagpur's anti-gold chain theft squad and cyber cell arrested Sajjad Khan for a ₹1.24 lakh ATM fraud. The scam involved card trapping and PIN theft at a Wardha Road ATM.
Nagpur Man Gets 20 Years for Minor Rape
Additional District and Sessions Judge SH Gwalani in Nagpur convicted Dharmendra Bamloria for raping a minor girl in October 2024. The accused received 20 years rigorous imprisonment and a fine.
Nagpur Civic Rule Returns: BJP Wins Fourth Term
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will restore elected governance on February 6 after nearly four years of bureaucratic control. BJP's landslide victory in January elections paves way for mayoral election.
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