Mamata Meets CEC Over Bengal Poll Irregularities
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee met with the Chief Election Commissioner to raise concerns about alleged irregularities in the state's electoral process, demanding immediate action.
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Democrat Wins Texas Senate Seat in Republican Stronghold
Democrat Taylor Rehmet defeated Republican Leigh Wambsganss in Texas Senate District 9 special election, flipping a deep-red Tarrant County seat. The outcome has sparked Republican concerns ahead of midterms, with leaders citing immigration and Hindu comm
Children Ostracised Over Sitharaman's Remarks: Bharti's Wife to Court
Lipika Mitra, wife of AAP leader Somnath Bharti, told a Delhi court her children faced humiliation and ostracism from classmates due to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's alleged defamatory statements during 2024 elections.
Noida: Viral Harassment Video Leads to Arrests of SUV Driver
A viral video showing a man in a red MG Hector SUV harassing women with obscene gestures in Noida sparked outrage, leading to police action and arrests. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about women's safety on public roads.
BJP-Congress Parliament Clash, Hasina Conviction, CBI CyStrike
Major political confrontation between BJP and Congress in Parliament, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina faces another conviction, CBI launches Operation CyStrike against cybercrime. Key regional updates from Jaipur, Nagpur, Vadodara, Bhopal, Noida, Ludhiana, In
Minor Crashes Mercedes in Mumbai Tunnel, 3 Injured
A minor boy driving a Mercedes crashed into an SUV inside a tunnel on Mumbai's Coastal Road, injuring three people. Police have booked the car owner, his granddaughter, and the minor driver.
Rahul Gandhi Raises Alarm Over Ex-Army Chief's Memoir
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has questioned the government's secrecy surrounding an unpublished memoir by a former Army chief, asking what it contains that is scaring them.
DRDO's Hypersonic Missile Faster Than BrahMos: Game Changer
DRDO Chairman announces new hypersonic anti-ship missile, faster and longer-ranged than BrahMos, with successful trials completed. Enhanced defence budget supports indigenous R&D.
SC Grants Bail to Bikram Majithia in Rs 540 Crore Corruption Case
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Shiromani Akali Dal leader Bikram Singh Majithia in a disproportionate assets case involving over Rs 540 crore, overturning the Punjab and Haryana High Court's denial.
Orissa HC Criticizes Contractual Appointments in Medical College
The Orissa High Court dismissed an appeal regarding an assistant professor appointment at MKCG Medical College, criticizing contractual hiring outside regular recruitment rules and warning about governance impacts.
Rahul Gandhi Cites Ex-Army Chief Naravane on Chinese Tanks
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi references former Army Chief General M.M. Naravane's memoir, discussing Chinese tank movements during the 2020 border standoff and sparking political debate.
Pune RTO's Permit Rule Puts Part-Time Drivers in Crisis
Pune RTO warns autorickshaw permit holders with jobs to surrender permits or face action under Motor Vehicles Act, creating dilemma for part-time drivers.
Orissa HC Awards Rs 4 Lakh to RPF Constable's Widow
Orissa High Court directs Railways to pay Rs 4 lakh compensation to widow of RPF constable who died on duty in 1996, overturning Tribunal's denial based on 'untoward incident' interpretation.
Class 7 Boy Swaps ₹85 Lakh Jewellery for Momos in UP
In a shocking incident in Uttar Pradesh's Deoria, a Class 7 student was tricked by street vendors into exchanging family jewellery worth ₹85 lakh for momos. Police investigation ongoing.
Nagpur: Growth Hub, Katrina's Cub, NIPER Delay & More
Get the latest updates from Nagpur including a ₹5000 crore growth hub boost, Katrina Kaif's cub spotted, NIPER funding delay, civic alerts, traffic updates, weather conditions, and political developments.
J&K LG Sinha Approves Free Power for 2.23 Lakh Families
Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha announces approval for providing 200 units of free electricity to 2.23 lakh AAY families under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, fulfilling a key National Conference electoral promise.
Calcutta HC Mandates Security for Bengal Opposition Convoys
Calcutta High Court directs West Bengal government to ensure safety for opposition leaders' convoys after petition alleging targeted violence and security lapses.
Rahul Gandhi: PM Modi 'Ran Away' During Galwan Clash
Rahul Gandhi claimed PM Modi avoided key decisions in the 2020 India-China clash, citing an ex-Army chief's memoir. Parliament adjourned amid uproar as BJP objected to his speech.
40 km Underground Rail Lines Planned in WB to Connect NE India
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced plans for a 40-km underground rail corridor in West Bengal, enhancing connectivity between Northeast India and the rest of the country.
AAIB Finalizing 2023 Learjet Crash Report After Recent Accident
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau is in final stages of its probe into the September 2023 VSR Learjet 45 crash, prioritizing report completion following another fatal accident involving the same operator.
Karnataka Govt in 'Coma Stage': LoP Ashoka
Leader of Opposition R Ashoka criticizes Karnataka government, citing power struggle between CM Siddaramaiah and DyCM D K Shivakumar as causing administrative paralysis and raising concerns about illegal immigrants.
HC Raps Haryana Over Aravalli Mining Violations
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has strongly criticized the Haryana government for rampant illegal mining in the Aravalli hills, highlighting official callousness and potential connivance in environmental violations.
Nagma Mallick Appointed India's Ambassador to Marshall Islands
Nagma Mohamed Mallick has been appointed as India's new Ambassador to the Republic of the Marshall Islands, marking a significant diplomatic move in the Pacific region.
Rahul Gandhi vs Govt Over Ex-Army Chief's Memoir
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi questions PM Modi's leadership after ex-Army Chief General MM Naravane's memoir reveals tensions. Law Minister Kiren Rijiju objects, sparking a political row over military matters.
Patna HC Slams Illegal Nursing Homes After Maternal Death
Patna High Court criticizes Bihar's illegal nursing homes after a mother dies during childbirth, highlighting systemic failures in regulation and oversight.
Boy Trades Rs 85 Lakh Jewellery for Free Momos in UP Scam
A 13-year-old boy in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh, was tricked into stealing family jewellery worth Rs 85 lakh and exchanging it for free momos by three street vendors in a bizarre scam that has gone viral online.
Mumbai Learjet Crash Probe Final Stages, Links to Baramati Tragedy
The investigation into the September 2023 Learjet crash at Mumbai airport is in its final stages, with revelations connecting it to the fatal January 2025 Baramati crash involving Maharashtra Deputy CM Ajit Pawar.
VN Janaki: Tamil Nadu CM for 23 Days After MGR's Death
The recent appointment of Sunetra Pawar as Maharashtra's Deputy CM echoes the 1988 political drama when VN Janaki became Tamil Nadu's chief minister for 23 days following her husband MGR's demise, highlighting historical patterns of political succession t
Saudi Arabia Ordered to Pay $4.1M to YouTube Satirist
A London court has ruled that Saudi Arabia must pay $4.1 million to comedian Ghanem al-Masarir for hacking his phone with Pegasus spyware and orchestrating an assault against him in the UK capital.
Eight Booked for Obstructing Dalit Wedding in Gujarat
Police in Gujarat's Patan district have registered a case against eight individuals for allegedly obstructing a Dalit man's wedding procession, invoking the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita and SC/ST Act.
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