Ludhiana Bizman Threatened via Foreign Number for Rs 1 Crore
A prominent businessman in Ludhiana has reported receiving a threatening call from an international number demanding Rs 1 crore. Police are investigating the extortion case.
Category : Politics
CJI Surya Kant's Success Tips for Rohtak University Students
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant visited Haryana's Rohtak University, offering students key advice on achieving success through hard work, ethics, and perseverance.
Serial Thief with 42 Thefts Held in Haryana's Ambala
Haryana Police have arrested a thief involved in 42 theft cases in Ambala. The suspect was apprehended following a detailed investigation, marking a significant breakthrough in local crime reduction efforts.
PM Modi Launches 25 Electric Buses for Chandigarh Under E-Bus Sewa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated 25 new electric buses for Chandigarh under the E-Bus Sewa scheme, marking a significant step towards sustainable urban mobility and reducing carbon emissions in the city.
Modi Launches Rs 5,500 Cr Assam Projects: Bridge, IIM, Data Centre
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated multiple infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,500 crore in Assam, featuring a six-lane Brahmaputra bridge, a new IIM campus, and a national data centre to boost connectivity and digital growth.
Assam E-Rickshaw Driver Offers Free Rides to Exam Students
Pranjal Sonowal, an e-rickshaw driver from Tinsukia, provides free transportation to students appearing for HSLC exams, inspired by personal struggles and singer Zubeen Garg's kindness.
ASTC Gets 100 Electric Buses Under PM e-Bus Sewa
Assam State Transport Corporation receives 100 electric buses under PM e-Bus Sewa, increasing fleet to 471 vehicles. Guwahati leads with 100 buses, followed by Nagpur, Bhavnagar, and Chandigarh.
PM RAHAT: Emergency Response for Accident Victims
The Indian government has launched the PM RAHAT scheme, providing cashless treatment up to Rs 1.5 lakh for road accident victims for seven days post-accident.
Railways Launches Tech-Driven Cleanliness Reform for Trains
Indian Railways introduces a new tech-driven cleanliness reform for long-distance trains, with trained staff conducting hourly cleaning throughout journeys to enhance passenger comfort and hygiene standards.
Starmer Urges Europe to Build Independent Defense Bloc
British PM Keir Starmer calls for a more European NATO, urging allies to break dependence on US security umbrella at Munich Security Conference.
Cabinet Resolution Hails PMO Shift to Seva Teerth
The Union Cabinet passed a resolution celebrating the relocation of the Prime Minister's Office to Seva Teerth, marking a significant administrative milestone in India's governance history.
Court Allows Elgar Parishad Accused to Visit Ailing Mother in Kerala
A special court permits Professor Hany Babu, accused in the Elgar Parishad case, to travel to Kerala to visit his 80-year-old mother and receive gallstone treatment, despite NIA opposition.
Mysuru Teen Murdered Over Chicken Sharing, Accused Flees
A 15-year-old tribal boy was murdered in Mysuru after a quarrel over sharing stolen cooked chicken with his friend. The accused minor has fled, and police are searching for him.
SC Petition Challenges RTI Amendment via Data Protection Law
Advocate Prashant Bhushan files plea in Supreme Court challenging RTI Act amendment through data protection law, arguing it violates fundamental right to information under Article 19(1)(a).
Mysuru Petrol Station Robbed by Four Youths with Knives
In a late-night robbery in Mysuru, four armed youths attacked petrol station staff and stole Rs 10,000. Police are investigating the incident captured on CCTV.
UP Rolls Out One-Time Tax for Commercial Vehicles
Uttar Pradesh government introduces a one-time tax system for commercial vehicles across all districts, with a transport fair scheduled for February 20-21 to facilitate implementation and awareness.
DMK Speaker Jailed 3 Years for Defaming Tamil Nadu Governor
DMK speaker Sivaji Krishnamurthy sentenced to 3-year imprisonment for derogatory remarks against Tamil Nadu Governor. He was suspended in 2023 but later re-inducted, continuing to speak at party events.
Karnataka CM Highlights State's GDP Leadership and Welfare Records
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah claims Karnataka has become a leading state in GDP and GST collection, with Rs 1.2 lakh crore distributed through guarantee schemes, despite alleged financial injustice from the Centre.
Court Summons Bina Modi, Lalit Bhasin in Assault Case (14.02.2026)
A Delhi court has issued summons to industrialist Bina Modi and senior advocate Lalit Bhasin in an assault case filed by her son Samir Modi, citing prima facie evidence of their involvement in the alleged physical attack.
Modi on Pulwama Attack: Govt Punished Terrorists, World Took Note
On the 7th anniversary of the Pulwama terror attack, PM Narendra Modi emphasized the government's firm response, including the Balakot airstrike. Home Minister Amit Shah praised Modi's leadership in combating terrorism at a Puducherry rally.
IndiGo Flight Bomb Threat Written in Lipstick, Second Scare in Day
A bomb threat written with lipstick was discovered in the toilet of an IndiGo flight from Dibrugarh to Kolkata, marking the second such scare for the airline within hours. All passengers were safely evacuated as security protocols were activated.
West Bengal Voter Roll Hearings End, Final List Feb 28
The special summary revision hearings for the electoral roll in West Bengal have concluded across all districts. The final electoral rolls are scheduled to be published on February 28, 2026, as per the Election Commission's directive.
States Miss Voter List Deadline; Lakshadweep, Puducherry First
Several Indian states have failed to meet the final deadline for publishing voter lists, with Lakshadweep and Puducherry being the first to comply. Rajasthan's deadline extended to February 21.
HC Backs Panchayat President's Suspension Authority
Kerala High Court rules that panchayat presidents can suspend employees, except secretaries or gazetted officers, during disciplinary proceedings. It also clarifies government's supervisory role under Section 191 of the Panchayat Raj Act.
Ajay Waghmare Wins Akola Bar Association Presidency
Ajay Waghmare secured 682 votes to become president of the Akola Bar Association for 2026-27, defeating Hemsingh Mohta by 49 votes. Other office-bearers were also elected in a peaceful poll with 1,332 voters.
Kerala Govt Seeks Time in HC Contempt Case Over Appointments
The Kerala government has requested an additional week to file its reply in a High Court contempt petition alleging illegal regularization of daily-wage and contract appointments in violation of a court order.
Jaishankar at Munich: Multipolar Order, UN Reform, EU FTA
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking at the Munich Security Conference, championed a multipolar global system, urgent UN Security Council reforms, and India's economic partnerships including the EU FTA.
CDS Chauhan: India Must Prepare for Independent Action
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan warns that global alliances are fluid and India must strengthen strategic autonomy, indigenous capabilities, and readiness for independent action in a rapidly evolving security landscape.
Rs 11,000 Crore Highway Projects Approved in 3 States
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved three major highway projects worth over Rs 11,000 crore in Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Telangana to boost freight movement and regional connectivity.
DMK Speaker Sentenced to 2 Years for Derogatory Remarks
DMK platform speaker J Sivaji Krishnamoorthy has been sentenced to two years imprisonment and fined Rs 20,000 for making obscene remarks against Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and political leaders during a 2023 public meeting.
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