SC: Financial Scams Are Heinous Crimes, Bail Not a Right
The Supreme Court has ruled that financial scams involving ponzi schemes are heinous crimes, denying bail as a rule for economic offenders who cheat people of hard-earned money.
Category : Politics
Gorakhpur Woman's Body Found in Lake, Police Suspect Suicide
The body of 23-year-old Shraddha Tripathi, missing for over 24 hours, was discovered floating in Ramgarh Tal lake in Gorakhpur. Police retrieved the body and suspect suicide pending postmortem results.
Man Beaten to Death at Hisar Night Shelter in Alcohol Dispute
A 45-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death at a municipal night shelter in Hisar after a quarrel among occupants consuming alcohol. Police are investigating as the main accused remains absconding.
ECI Sets March 16 for Six Rajya Sabha Seats in Tamil Nadu
The Election Commission of India has scheduled elections for six Rajya Sabha seats in Tamil Nadu on March 16, with terms expiring in April 2026. Key parties DMK and AIADMK are strategizing candidate retention and seat-sharing ahead of state assembly polls
Varanasi Development Review: Nodal Officer Demands Quality
A high-level review meeting in Varanasi emphasized infrastructure, health, education, and sanitation. The nodal officer directed officials to ensure timely completion of projects and address delays in key schemes.
Trichy Bus Driver Gets 6 Years for Pilgrim Deaths
A Trichy court sentenced private bus driver Veeramani to six years in prison and a ₹14,500 fine for causing the deaths of three pilgrims in a 2017 accident on the Madurai-Chennai Bypass Road.
BJP Nominates Shrinath Bhimale for PMC Standing Committee Chairman
The Bharatiya Janata Party has nominated corporator Shrinath Bhimale for the crucial PMC standing committee chairman position. With the BJP holding a two-thirds majority, his election is expected next week.
44 Maoist Memorials Demolished in Coordinated Security Operation
In a significant symbolic operation, C-60 commandos and CRPF units destroyed 44 Maoist memorials across Gadchiroli's forested regions, targeting the ideological heartland of left-wing extremism ahead of the March 31 deadline.
Kozhikode: Scooter Rider Injured in Open Drain Accident
A scooter rider was injured after falling into an under-construction roadside drain in Kozhikode. Locals and a ward councillor criticized the lack of safety measures during road-widening work.
Nagpur Sanitation Worker Absenteeism Revealed by Data
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's geo-fencing and face-recognition data from December 2025 to February 2026 shows alarming mid-shift disappearance of sanitary workers across all zones, with attendance dropping from 84-86% to 65-70%.
AIMIM Questions Maharashtra's Muslim Quota Scrapping as 'Ramzan Gift'
Former MP Syed Imtiaz Jaleel criticizes Maharashtra government for ending 5% SEBC quota for Muslims, questioning timing during Ramzan and urging clerics to lead reservation fight.
Kerala CM Slams 'The Kerala Story' Sequel as Hate Propaganda
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan condemns the upcoming sequel to 'The Kerala Story', calling it a malicious attempt to spread hatred and undermine the state's secular traditions.
Pankaj Chaudhary: Budget 2026-27 Charts Viksit Bharat 2047 Path
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary emphasized that the Union Budget 2026-27 outlines a clear roadmap for Viksit Bharat 2047, focusing on youth, jobs, and infrastructure growth in Gorakhpur.
Indore Mob Violence Over Child-Lifting Rumors Targets Innocents
A viral video of a woman beaten in Indore highlights a surge in mob violence fueled by child-lifting rumors, with multiple attacks on innocent people across districts and no evidence of abductions.
Church Welcomes Govt's Acceptance of SC Verdict for Disabled Teachers
Yuhanon Mar Diascoros Metropolitan of Malankara Orthodox Church welcomed the government's stance that the Supreme Court verdict favoring NSS in disabled teachers' appointments applies to all Christian managements, calling it delayed wisdom.
Co-Driver Killed, Police Injured in NH-19 Crash Near Sasaram
A tragic early morning accident on NH-19 near Sasaram claimed the life of a co-driver and injured three others, including two police personnel, after a speeding trailer hit a stationary dumper.
Pune PMC Meeting Tackles Water Supply and Contamination Issues
Pune's PMC general body meeting saw corporators across parties raise urgent concerns over irregular water supply, contamination, and pipeline issues, with mayor ordering ward-level meetings for solutions.
SC: Deal Racist Attacks with Iron Hand, Cites Chakma Death
Supreme Court warns of severe action against racial violence, referencing Anjel Chakma's death in Uttarakhand. Bench declines to set guidelines, urges government intervention.
Dutch Official: F-35 Jets Could Be 'Jailbroken' Like iPhone
Netherlands' defense official Gijs Tuinman suggests F-35 fighter jets could be 'jailbroken' without US approval, amid growing European concerns about operational autonomy and US weapon dependency.
Hyderabad: Pregnant Woman Murdered by Ex-Husband
A three-month pregnant woman was hacked to death in Hyderabad's Vanasthalipuram by her ex-husband, who allegedly attacked her with knives over her remarriage. The accused, a software professional, had a domestic violence case pending.
Man Impersonating NIA Official Arrested in Delhi Fake Job Scam
Delhi Police has arrested a man from Jammu and Kashmir for impersonating an NIA official and duping a youth with a fake job offer. An FIR has been filed in the case.
Modi Meets European Leaders to Boost Tech & Defence Ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral meetings with leaders from Spain, Finland, Estonia, Croatia, and Serbia to enhance cooperation in technology, innovation, security, and defence. European nations expressed strong support for the early implementa
Pinky Ring Clue Found in Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping Investigation
Investigators have identified a potential pinky ring on the kidnapper's hand in doorbell footage. DNA from a recovered glove didn't match FBI records, as the family continues appeals.
Indian Navy Deputy Chief Holds Talks with German Fleet Commander
Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, Deputy Chief of the Indian Naval Staff, held a bilateral interaction with German Fleet Commander Vice Admiral Axel Deertz to strengthen maritime cooperation.
Marco Rubio's Israel Visit Scheduled for February 28
US State Secretary Marco Rubio is likely to visit Israel on February 28, marking a significant diplomatic engagement amid ongoing regional developments.
First Case Under TN's Anti-Coercion Money Lending Law Registered
The inaugural case under Tamil Nadu's 2025 Money Lending Entities Act was filed in Villupuram after a borrower attempted suicide following coercive loan recovery actions by a finance company's agents.
Bilaspur Jeweller Robbed of Rs 3.35 Crore in Hammer Attack
A jeweller in Bilaspur was brutally attacked with a hammer and robbed of gold and cash worth Rs 3.35 crore. Police have launched a citywide search operation after the late-night incident.
BJP Finalizes 35+ Candidates for Kerala Assembly Polls
BJP has prepared a list of probable candidates for at least 35 seats in the upcoming Kerala assembly elections. Key leaders including Rajeev Chandrasekhar, V Muraleedharan, and K Surendran are set to contest from strategic constituencies.
Laadki Bahin Scheme Loses 86 Lakh Beneficiaries Post e-KYC
The Mahayuti government's Mukhya Mantri Majhi Laadki Bahin Yojana in Maharashtra experienced an 86 lakh reduction in beneficiaries receiving the December 2025 payout due to e-KYC verification issues and confusing form questions.
Bombay HC to Rule on Navy's Challenge to High-Rise Near Naval Base
The Bombay High Court will issue an interim order on Friday regarding the Indian Navy's petition against an over 20-storey building near INS Shikra, citing security risks and lack of naval clearance.
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