Literary activists in Odisha are urging the state government to rename Berhampur to Brahmapur, citing colonial-era distortions and inconsistent official spellings, as part of a broader initiative to restore original Odia place names.
BRS working president KT Rama Rao and senior leader T Harish Rao demand clarity on Rythu Bharosa funds for farmers, accusing the Congress government of delaying payments and halting welfare schemes ahead of municipal elections.
A 32-hour operation to neutralize a leaking propylene gas tanker on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway highlighted severe deficiencies in Maharashtra's hazardous materials response system, including lack of trained personnel and equipment.
Three men remain fugitives in the Gurgaon abduction case where five boys were tortured for 15 hours. Two suspects arrested, police intensify search for others involved in the heinous crime.
In Ghaziabad, the father of three deceased sisters denies financial stress caused their deaths, attributing it to their obsession with Korean content. Police investigation reveals heavy mobile addiction and isolation.
Delhi Police data reveals no alarming rise in missing children cases from 2024 to 2026, with figures remaining consistent across age groups, though concerns persist for vulnerable younger children.
The United States and Russia have agreed to reestablish military communication channels after nearly four years of suspension, following recent talks on the Ukraine conflict.
Delhi Police records over 800 missing persons reports in the first 15 days of 2024, highlighting a significant public safety concern in the national capital.
Members of Parliament from Delhi have called for a Special Investigation Team to probe alleged financial and procedural irregularities in key government projects, citing concerns over transparency and accountability.
A cafe owner in Delhi has been booked by police for allegedly employing girls to attract customers to his eatery, raising concerns about unethical business practices in the hospitality sector.
The Jammu and Kashmir High Court is scheduled to hear arguments next week in a case involving an AAP MLA, with legal proceedings advancing in the region.
Former US President Donald Trump has dismissed Russian President Vladimir Putin's suggestion to maintain nuclear arms limits after the New START treaty expires, calling for a new and modernized agreement instead.
A case has been registered against a man in Ludhiana for alleged misconduct with a minor girl in a public place. Police are investigating the incident under relevant sections of the law.
The Pawar family has endorsed Sunetra Pawar, the deputy chief minister, to become the next national president of the NCP. Discussions on party unification are set to resume after the mourning period ends on February 9.
Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao criticizes the combined 12-year rule of BRS and Congress, alleging massive debt, collapsed urban governance, and unfulfilled guarantees ahead of municipal polls.
Former Army Chief General MM Naravane's memoir has provided a significant boost to opposition unity, coming after major electoral losses in Bihar and political uncertainty surrounding Sharad Pawar's NCP faction.
The Khejri Bachao Andolan enters its fourth day with protesters refusing to end their hunger strike despite government appeals. Multiple protesters hospitalized as demands for a statewide ban on tree felling remain unmet.
Metallic Chinese manjha kite strings are causing repeated accidents and service disruptions on the Lucknow Metro, damaging high-voltage equipment and posing serious electrocution risks.
Despite bans, dangerous glass-coated kite strings like reel, saddi, and toon continue to cause fatal accidents in Uttar Pradesh, with victims including riders and pedestrians suffering severe injuries.
A drunk autorickshaw driver caused major disruption on Bhubaneswar's Janpath, stopping traffic for nearly an hour. He turned aggressive, abused pedestrians, and overturned his auto before police detained him.
Chandigarh DC Nishant Kumar Yadav chaired a district road safety committee meeting, directing expedited installation of protective grilles and setting a March 31 deadline for cycle track completion to enhance safety and reduce congestion.
Panchkula EOW uncovers a sophisticated racket involving forged land documents to illegally grab ancestral property. Two key accused arrested, police custody granted, with more arrests expected.
India faces diplomatic challenges as US President Trump claims PM Modi agreed to halt Russian oil imports, forcing New Delhi to balance longstanding Russia ties with US relations amid trade pressures.
The Andhra Pradesh High Court granted bail to a 60-year-old lawyer accused of morphing the Ashoka Chakra, emphasizing that pre-trial detention must be justified by compelling evidence and not be punitive.
Suspended Raipur Rani tehsildar Vikram Singla, arrested by the ACB for allegedly facilitating illegal land registration, has been sent to judicial custody. The case involves 18 acres of land linked to the Pearl Group, with a Supreme Court stay.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation is urgently reviving a 5-km stormwater drain between Kalpana and Rasulgarh Squares to resolve chronic waterlogging issues before monsoon season.
Bhopal Municipal Corporation is enhancing its NABL-accredited lab with advanced microbiological testing to identify hypobacteria and microplastics, though distribution network risks persist.
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation has initiated a plan to convert 36 city roundabouts into revenue-generating assets by outsourcing maintenance and advertising rights to private firms.
Following CM Yogi Adityanath's warning, focus intensifies on Ghaziabad's trail of injuries and fatalities from banned Chinese manjha kite string, despite enforcement drives.
Pune Municipal Corporation plans to invest Rs 13 crore in new garbage vehicles to address waste management issues in old areas and newly merged pockets, as daily waste generation reaches 2,200 metric tonnes.